Partner Designate

ACCA Careers; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Part-time allowed

Benefits package

Job summary

ACCA Careers near Guildford seeks a Partner Designate to assist the Managing Director in running the practice and expanding the client base. The role focuses on securing new business, managing complex client portfolios, and leading a small team.

Ideal candidates will have 10+ years in accountancy, ACA/ACCA qualifications, and proven leadership in professional services. Flexible/hybrid working arrangements and potential part-time hours are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in an accountancy practice or similar
• Proven track record leading teams and delivering results
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Experience in business development and client relationship management
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements in the field

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the practice.
• Develop and implement strategic growth plans.
• Maintain and win client relationships with high service levels.
• Lead and mentor a team of professionals to realise potential.
• Manage budgets, forecasts and financial reporting for the department.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the client base.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards.
• Collaborate with other departments to support business objectives.
• Oversee complex clients.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Client relationships

Regulatory compliance

Education

ACCA/ACA qualification

Job description

This Partner Designate role near Guildford will support the Managing Director of a well established accountancy firm. This position will focus on winning new business, servicing the more complex clients in their portfolio and running the firm.

Client Details

Our client is an independent accountancy practice based close to Guildford. They are a 1 partner led firm and circa a dozen staff. This newly created role will work closely with the Managing Director and help run the practice, as well as winning new business.

Description

• Oversee and manage the practice.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to drive growth and profitability.
• Maintain and win client relationships, ensuring high levels of service delivery.
• Lead and mentor a team of professionals to achieve their full potential.
• Manage budgets, forecasts and financial reporting for the department.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the client base.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Collaborate with other departments to support overall business objectives.
• Oversee complex clients.

Profile

A Successful Partner Designate Should Have

• Strong expertise within an accountancy practice setting (10+ years experience).
• A proven track record of managing teams and delivering results.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
• Experience in business development and client relationship management.
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements in the field.
• A professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £75,000 to £90,000 dependent on the level of experience.
• Permanent position with a professional services organisation near Guildford.
• Comprehensive benefits package (details available upon request).
• Agile and hybrid working.
• Part-time hours a possibility.