Equity Director

FE Metcalfe is a truly independent firm of Chartered Accountants. Based in Ripon with 5 Directors, they provide a full range of accounting and tax services to support their individual and business clients across a wide range of market sectors.

As a result of succession planning, they are looking to appoint an Equity Director.

• Take on an existing portfolio of clients in a client-facing advisory capacity.
• Develop and strengthen relationships with clients, aiming to become their trusted advisor on a wide range of issues including accounting, tax, and business planning.
• Identify and pursue business development opportunities.
• Drive the office's growth and strategic direction, identifying opportunities for expansion and development.
• Oversee the delivery of both compliance and advisory projects, ensuring high standards of service and quality are maintained.
• Part of management team planning to deliver business objectives.
• Play a pivotal role in the future development and direction of this successful independent accountancy firm.
• Supporting and developing a strong current team.

• ACA qualified.
• Proven background as a general practitioner within a small or mid-tier firm.
• Track record of managing varied portfolios and building strong client relationships.
• A strong communicator who can provide support to the wider team.
• Ambitious with a desire for active involvement in strategic planning.

• Highly competitive salary with an annual bonus based on personal performance.
• Opportunity to acquire up to a 17.5% equity stake.
• Flexible working around core hours.
• Centrally located offices.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Positive and supportive company culture with a strong reputation.
• Continuing opportunities for personal and professional development.

This appointment is being handled by Richard Warwick at IPS Finance. For an initial confidential discussion, please email r.warwick@ipsfinance.com or call 07825 625 330.