Senior Accounting Director and Client Growth Leader

Si Recruitment; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established professional services firm in Newcastle is seeking an experienced Accounting Director or Partner to join its Business Services team. The role entails leading client relationships and team development while being commercially minded. Candidates should hold a relevant accounting qualification and possess strong technical knowledge across UK taxes. The firm offers a competitive salary, flexible working, and strong support for long-term career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employer pension scheme

Annual leave up to 26 days

Flexible working arrangements

Health cash plan

Paid professional membership fees

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ICAS, ICAEW, or ACCA).
• Extensive experience preparing non-statutory accounts and statutory financial statements.
• Proven experience leading, managing, and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead client meetings and act as primary relationship manager.
• Approve fees for the client portfolio.
• Set and monitor objectives for direct reports.
• Review team performance against agreed KPIs.
• Develop and maintain a strong professional network.

Skills

Client relationship management

Team leadership and development

Technical knowledge of UK taxes

Business development focus

Effective communication

Education

Qualified accountant (ICAS, ICAEW, ACCA)

Job description

A well-established professional services firm in Newcastle is seeking an experienced Accounting Director or Partner to join its Business Services team. The role entails leading client relationships and team development while being commercially minded. Candidates should hold a relevant accounting qualification and possess strong technical knowledge across UK taxes. The firm offers a competitive salary, flexible working, and strong support for long-term career development.