Overview

Director – Accounts & Business Advisory at a growing accountancy firm in Bristol. This is a senior appointment offering the opportunity to manage a diverse client base, lead a high-performing team, and contribute to the firm’s strategic growth.

The Role

You will take ownership of a wide-ranging client portfolio, overseeing the delivery of compliance and advisory services. Acting as a trusted advisor, you’ll ensure work is technically accurate, compliant with UK GAAP/IFRS, and delivered to the highest standard. This role also carries responsibility for staff development, workflow management, and business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of SME clients, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of accounts and advisory services.
• Serve as the primary client contact, managing relationships, delivery schedules, and billing.
• Review and oversee technical work, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards.
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior team members to enhance performance and support progression.
• Drive business growth by supporting marketing activity and identifying new opportunities.

Candidate Profile

• Strong technical knowledge with experience using cloud accounting platforms such as Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Commercially minded with the ability to support practice growth.

What’s on Offer

• A senior leadership role within a growing firm.
• Clear career progression and professional development support.
• Flexible, people-focused environment offering scope to shape the future of the practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional looking to step into a senior leadership role within a forward-thinking practice.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Accounting and Professional Services

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Bristol, England, United Kingdom