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Director - Accounts & Business Advisory

Talent Finance Ltd
Posted 6 days ago, valid for 15 days
Location

Dorchester, Dorset DT2 7NL, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are seeking a Director of Accounts & Business Advisory for a top-ranking accountancy and advisory firm to drive growth and shape client strategy.
  • The role requires substantial experience in practice at Senior Manager or Director level, along with ACA/ACCA (or equivalent) qualification.
  • As Director, you will manage a diverse portfolio of corporate clients and lead a team while focusing on high-quality compliance and advisory services.
  • The position offers a competitive salary, enhanced holiday, private medical cover, and flexibility to work in a hybrid manner, typically 2-3 days in the office.
  • Candidates should possess strong technical skills, proven leadership experience, and a genuine interest in helping clients thrive.

We are partnering with a Top-ranking accountancy and advisory firm who are actively looking to appoint a Director of Accounts & Business Advisory to help drive the next stage of their growth. As Director, you will be offered the chance to shape client strategy, lead a talented team, and play a key role in the firm’s ongoing success.

The Role:

You’ll be joining at Director level, managing a broad portfolio of corporate clients across varied sectors. Your role will focus on delivering high-quality compliance and advisory services, while also taking a commercial view on how to develop both client relationships and the wider practice offering. You'll also work closely with the leadership team to support business development efforts and, for the right person, have a route to Partner.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Leading a portfolio of clients across accounts, advisory, and business support services.
  • Acting as the go-to senior contact for clients, helping them navigate challenges and identify opportunities for growth.
  • Reviewing and finalising complex accounts and advisory reports, ensuring technical accuracy and quality.
  • Managing and mentoring a team of accountants and advisors, driving a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
  • Working closely with Partners on strategy, business development, and service innovation.
  • Helping to shape the future of the firm; contributing to internal projects and wider leadership initiatives.

What We're Looking For:

  • ACA / ACCA (or equivalent) qualified, with substantial experience in practice at Senior Manager or Director level.
  • Strong technical grounding in accounts preparation, business advisory and compliance.
  • Confident communicator who builds trust quickly and adds commercial value in every conversation.
  • Proven leadership experience - you’ll enjoy developing others and influencing outcomes at a senior level.
  • A genuine interest in helping clients thrive, not just stay compliant.

What’s In It for You:

  • A senior leadership role to make your mark with clear scope for ongoing progression.
  • Flexibility to work in a hybrid way, typically 2-3 days in the office.
  • Competitive package including enhanced holiday, private medical cover, additional flexible benefits, and full professional support.
  • A progressive, people-focused culture that values quality and collaboration.

If you’re an experienced senior professional in practice and looking for your next move, where you can have real impact and autonomy then please get in touch with Anja Davison - Talent Finance who would love to have a confidential chat with you.

Talent Finance is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We review all applicants on equal merit and do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.