Business Services Director

Page Personnel; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible & hybrid working

Professional subscriptions

Leadership development

Equity/partnership potential

Job summary

Page Personnel in Newport, Wales, seeks an experienced Business Services Director for a senior leadership role in a growing independent practice. You will mentor teams, manage a substantial client portfolio and drive service delivery across accounting, taxation and business advisory services.

With flexible, hybrid working and a clear path to future equity or partnership, you will influence strategic direction, develop Managers and Senior Managers, and lead business development initiatives with

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified and eligible to practice.
• Significant post-qualification UK accountancy experience.
• Proven track record of managing a substantial client portfolio.
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards and business services delivery.
• Excellent leadership and people development capabilities.
• Commercial mindset with business development skills.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and develop team members while leading a large business services portfolio.
• Act as primary relationship lead for key clients and business owners.
• Review and approve statutory accounts and financial reporting.
• Provide commercial, accounting and advisory support to clients.
• Lead client meetings and present recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Support growth planning, profitability improvement and strategic decisions.
• Drive service excellence and ensure high-quality technical delivery.
• Manage departmental workflow, resource planning and performance.
• Develop Managers and Senior Managers.
• Identify cross-selling opportunities and additional advisory services.
• Support business development and win new client work.
• Collaborate with Partners on strategic objectives.

Skills

Team leadership

Business development

Relationship building

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

• Lead a significant client portfolio with clear leadership influence.
• Join a growing independent practice with future progression potential.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established independent chartered accountancy practice with a strong reputation for delivering accounting, taxation and business advisory services to SMEs, entrepreneurs and established businesses across South Wales.Known for its relationship-led approach, the firm combines technical excellence with practical commercial advice, helping clients navigate challenges, identify opportunities and achieve their long-term objectives. Continued growth has created an opportunity for an experienced Business Services Director to join the senior leadership team and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the practice.

Job Description

• Mentor and support team members, fostering professional development and growth.Leading a substantial portfolio of business services clients across a variety of sectors.
• Acting as the primary relationship lead for key clients and business owners.
• Reviewing and approving statutory accounts and financial reporting assignments.
• Providing commercial, accounting and business advisory support to clients.
• Leading client meetings and presenting recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Supporting clients with growth planning, profitability improvement and strategic decision-making.
• Driving service excellence and ensuring the highest standards of technical delivery.
• Managing departmental workflow, resource planning and team performance.
• Developing and mentoring Managers and Senior Managers.
• Identifying opportunities for cross-selling and additional advisory services.
• Supporting business development initiatives and winning new client work.
• Working alongside the Partners to support the firm's strategic objectives.

The Successful Applicant

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Significant experience gained within UK accountancy practice.
• Proven track record of managing a substantial client portfolio.
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards and business services delivery.
• Experienced in leading teams and developing future leaders.
• Commercially minded with strong business development capabilities.
• Able to build trusted relationships with business owners and senior decision-makers.
• Confident presenting complex financial matters in a practical and understandable manner.
• Ambitious and motivated to contribute at a senior leadership level.

What's on Offer

• Salary commensurate with experience up to £100,000.00
• Annual performance-related bonus.
• Opportunity to lead a significant and diverse client portfolio.
• Direct involvement in strategic decision-making and firm-wide initiatives.
• A highly autonomous leadership position with genuine influence.
• Close collaboration with Partners and senior leadership.
• Clear progression towards future equity, profit-share or partnership opportunities.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Professional subscriptions and continued leadership development support.
• Opportunity to shape the future growth and success of the practice.
• Long-term career prospects within a respected independent firm.

As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

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