Accounting Director​/Partner

Accounting Director / Partner

Location:

Newcastle

A well-established and growing professional services firm is seeking an Accounting Director or Partner (depending on experience) to join its Business Services team. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced accountant who is commercially minded, client-focused, and motivated to help shape the future direction of a high-performing practice.

The role offers significant responsibility, influence, and the opportunity to drive client relationships, team development, and business growth within a collaborative and ambitious environment.

The Role

As an Accounting Director or Partner, you will take ownership of a portfolio of clients while providing leadership across the Business Services function. You will play a key role in delivering an exceptional client experience, developing talent, and contributing to the firm’s continued growth.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and conducting client meetings and acting as the primary relationship manager for a designated client portfolio.
• Managing and approving fees for your client portfolio.
• Setting objectives for direct reports, monitoring performance, and supporting professional development.
• Reviewing team and individual performance against agreed objectives and departmental KPIs, providing feedback where required.