Practice Director

Our client, a UK-wide Accountancy Practice backed by private equity with a turnover exceeding £20m, is seeking adynamic leaderto succeed a retiring Partner in theirManchester office. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established accountancy practice at a senior level and play a key role in shaping its strategic direction.

This position offers a unique chance to influence the future growth of the business. We are looking for aninspiring leader and a proactive networkerto help drive its continued expansion. With a strong presence throughout the UK, this respected firm is on a solid growth path, making it an ideal opportunity for a motivated professional to contribute to its ongoing success.

The successful candidate will be ACA/ACCA qualified, with leadership experience at a senior level. Strong expertise in accounts, audit, and tax is essential, along with the ability to provide exceptional support to both clients and team members.

• Competitive salary plus bonus and benefits
• Full time, permanent role
• Company pension
• Generous annual leave
• Flexible hybrid working

• Manage the firm's service delivery, ensuring that Managers meet expectations, adhere to deadlines, and operate within budget constraints.
• Guarantee that clients benefit from a well-rounded and thorough service experience.
• Conduct performance reviews and facilitate training and professional development for team members.
• Act as the firms representative at networking and industry events, while spotting potential business growth opportunities.
• Seek opportunities to promote and expand the firm's services to both new and existing clients.
• Demonstrate innovative thinking and creative business strategies to drive the firms continued success.
• Evaluate and update existing systems to enhance efficiency within the practice.

• ACA/ ACCA qualified accountant
• Proven background in practice, with comprehensive expertise in accounts, audit, and tax.
• Significant experience in senior-level team leadership.
• Strong technical knowledge with a keen eye for detail.
• Exceptional skills in communication and client advisory.
• The ability to offer forward-thinking and confident guidance to clients.
• A strategic, innovative, and analytical approach to problem-solving.
• Skilled in building strong relationships and identifying new business opportunities.
• A commercially focused mindset with the ability to network and expand the firms service offering