Director

Michael Page (UK); Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established professional services firm in Sussex seeks a Director to oversee financial operations and lead the Accounting & Finance team. This leadership role requires RI status and professional certification (ACA/ACCA). Offering a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and generous benefits, this position provides the opportunity for significant impact in the industry and excellent career progression.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Generous holiday entitlement of 6 weeks plus bank holidays

Dedicated parking space

Potential for equity share

Life assurance

Negotiable benefits package

Qualifications

• Must hold RI status.
• Proven experience in a leadership role within finance.
• Strong understanding of finance law and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations and direct financial planning.
• Ensure transparency over financial performance.
• Prepare detailed reports on financial performance.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Analysis

Regulatory Compliance

Communication

Education

Professional certification (e.g. ACA/ACCA)

Tools

Financial Software

Analytics Programs

Job description

• Director to join independent accountancy practice based in Sussex.
• Candidate must be chartered/certified and hold RI status.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established professional services firm specialising in Accounting & Finance. They provide comprehensive services to a wide range of clients. Based in Sussex, they are known for their commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.

Job Description

• Oversee all financial operations and direct corporate financial planning and structure.
• Ensure full transparency over the financial performance of the company.
• Coordinate and produce all tax documentation as required.
• Prepare timely and detailed reports on financial performance on a quarterly and annual basis.
• Conduct analysis to make forecasts and report to upper executives.
• Ensure adherence to financial laws and guidelines.
• Develop strategies to maximise ROI and meet the company's financial objectives.
• Lead and motivate the Accounting & Finance department to achieve excellent performance levels.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Director should have:

• Must hold RI status.
• Professional certification (e.g. ACA/ACCA)
• Proven experience in a leadership role within a finance department.
• Strong understanding of finance law and regulatory standards.
• Broad experience covering general practice including accounts, tax and audit.
• High proficiency in financial software and analytics programs.

What's on Offer

• An competitive salary.
• Performance-based bonus.
• Generous holiday entitlement of 6 weeks plus bank holidays.
• A dedicated parking space.
• Hybrid working model.
• Potential for equity share.
• Life assurance.
• Benefits package to be negotiated.

We welcome ambitious individuals looking to take their career to new heights in a vibrant and rewarding environment. With a healthy work-life balance and excellent career progression opportunities, this Director role is a chance to make a significant impact in the professional services industry. We encourage you to apply if you meet the requirements and are excited by the prospect of leading our Accounting & Finance team.