Head of Accounting Services

Meraki Talent Ltd; Dundee; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Chartered Accountancy firm in Scotland is seeking a strategic Head of Accounting Services. This role involves defining the Business Services strategy, leading a high-performing team, and driving innovation through digital solutions. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in Business Services at a director or partner level and bring a client-first mindset. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking organization.

Qualifications

• Track record as a director or Partner in Business Services or Advisory.
• Experience in managing multi-site teams.
• Background in leading growing organizations.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement Business Services strategy.
• Lead all operational and compliance functions.
• Drive innovation through digital tools.
• Advise the Board on strategic direction.
• Develop a high-performing team culture.

Skills

Leadership in Business Services

Strategic Thinking

Client-First Mindset

Change Management

Team Development

Education

ACA / ACCA / ICAS qualified or equivalent

Job description

Meraki Talent has been exclusively retained to appoint a Head of Accounting Services for a forward‑thinking and rapidly expanding Chartered Accountancy firm in Scotland.

This is a newly created, strategic leadership role, reporting directly to the board and designed for a proven leader ready to shape and grow a critical division of the firm.

Please note: Due to the confidential nature of this appointment, all prospective candidates will be required to sign a Non‑Disclosure Agreement before full client details are shared.

The Firm

Our client is a respected and growing Chartered Accountancy firm with regional hubs across the UK. Their service offering spans the full spectrum of Audit, Business Services, Corporate Finance, Outsourced / Virtual Finance, and Tax. What sets them apart is their commitment to being more than accountants. They position themselves as strategic growth partners, working closely with clients' leadership teams to embed themselves in commercial decision‑making and long‑term planning. Their client base ranges from corporates to owner‑managed and family‑run businesses.

The Opportunity

This is a unique opportunity to take full ownership of an established Business Services function. You will lead a team of professionals ranging from Associate to Senior Manager level across multiple locations. The successful candidate will be the figurehead of this service line, responsible for shaping its future, embedding best practices, adopting emerging technologies, and ensuring exceptional client delivery in an evolving digital landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement the Business Services strategy, aligned with firm‑wide objectives
• Lead and manage the division across all operational, reporting, and compliance functions
• Drive innovation and efficiency through automation, digital tools, and workflow improvements
• Act as a strategic advisor to the Board and contribute to overall firm direction
• Inspire and develop a high‑performing team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration

Candidate Profile

• Proven track record as a director or Partner within Business Services, Advisory, or Outsourced / Virtual Finance in Practice
• ACA / ACCA / ICAS qualified or equivalent (desirable but not essential)
• Strategic thinker with commercial acumen and a client‑first mindset
• Experienced in leading multi‑site teams and managing change in growing organisations
• Candidates from industry backgrounds with relevant leadership experience will also be considered