General Practice Partner

Carpenter Box; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Carpenter Box, part of the Sumer Group, seeks a General Practice Partner to lead audit, tax and accounts preparation for a growing South East client base. You will manage a diverse portfolio, mentor teams, and drive business development to deliver innovative, high-value solutions.

ACCA/ACA qualified with senior leadership experience is required; a track record in client growth and cross-service collaboration is essential for this high-impact role in a forward-thinking regional firm.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified with senior leadership experience.
• Proven ability to grow a client portfolio.
• Strong track record in business development and relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a diverse client portfolio with large, technically complex clients.
• Ensure high-quality service delivery with focus on risk management and digital tools.
• Inspire and mentor teams, fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture.
• Lead business development, build a strong pipeline and promote cross-service collaboration.
• Strengthen client relationships through tailored offerings and proactive engagement.
• Drive strategic initiatives to enhance firm growth and maintain margins.
• Proactively manage your own and the team's WIP, fees, and lock-up targets.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship management

Business development

Strategic thinking

Commercial acumen

Education

ACA or ACCA

Job description

Carpenter Box is proud to be part of the Sumer Group. We are chartered accountants, tax, and business advisers based in the South East. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and professional excellence, where every team member is encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a real difference.

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded General Practice Partner, or an established director seeking their next step, to join our growing business. You will be an accounting professional with prior experience in audit and tax, with a primary specialism in accounts preparation. We combine the strength of a leading regional practice with a progressive, forward-thinking culture, offering a compelling platform for someone with ambition who is looking to make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, develop and grow a diverse client portfolio, including large technically complex clients, delivering innovative solutions and acting as a trusted business advisor.
• Ensure efficient, high-quality service delivery with a focus on risk management and adopting digital tools.
• Inspire and mentor teams, fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture and developing others.
• Lead business development activities, building a strong pipeline and promoting cross-service collaboration.
• Strengthen client relationships through tailored offerings and proactive engagement with professional networks.
• Drive strategic initiatives to enhance firm growth, ensuring work is priced effectively and margins are maintained.
• Accountable for proactively managing your own and the team's WIP, fees, and lock-up targets.

About You

• ACA or ACCA qualified with significant experience in a senior leadership role.
• Proven ability to manage and grow a client portfolio.
• Strong track record in business development and relationship management.
• Experienced in leading and inspiring high-performing teams.
• Strategic thinker with commercial acumen, adept at delivering innovative results.
• Experience of working within a matrix structure or medium-sized organisation would be advantageous.
• Commercial mindset, with a keen focus on delivering value and driving results.
• Excels in problem-solving and decision-making, with the ability to cut through complexity and make things happen.
• Is results-oriented, self-motivated, and driven by strategic thinking.

Belong @ Sumer

At Sumer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, not just as buzzwords, but as the heartbeat of our team. Our recruitment practices reflect this commitment, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds. We prioritise creating an environment where every candidate feels respected and supported throughout the hiring process.

Everyone is unique and we understand that each individual may have distinct needs to showcase their best selves during interviews. Our commitment is to offer personalised support for all.

About Carpenter Box

Welcome to Carpenter Box, one of the largest accountancy and business advisory firms in the South East. With nearly 300 talented people across our offices in Worthing, Crawley, Brighton, Chichester, Portsmouth, Lewes and London, we support a diverse and growing client base. We're always looking for ambitious, enthusiastic individuals who share our values and are passionate about delivering exceptional service while building rewarding careers