Associate Director

1 week ago

Farnham, United Kingdom Howett Thorpe Full time

We are delighted to be working with a well-established independent firm in Farnham on an exciting Associate Director opportunity. This role is ideal for a highly motivated and driven qualified accountant looking to take a significant step up in their career. With a clear partner-track path, you will become a key member of the leadership team, overseeing managers, challenging partners, and driving the growth and development of the firm.

Job Title               Associate Director

Job Type              Permanent

Location               Farnham

Salary                    60,000 – 80,000 DOE

Reference no:    HT15903f

Associate Director – About The Role

As Associate Director, your primary focus will be accounts preparation, but you will also have exposure to audit engagements. You will support and mentor the management team, helping them develop their technical skills and client management capabilities. At the same time, you will have the autonomy to implement improvements, share your ideas, and contribute directly to the firm’s strategic growth. This is a rare opportunity to combine hands-on technical work with leadership responsibility in a supportive yet ambitious environment.

Key responsibilities:

Oversee managers and provide guidance on accounts and audit work

Support the development and progression of the managers and other members of the team

Challenge and collaborate with partners to implement process improvements and efficiency initiatives

Take ownership of client relationships and maintain high standards of service delivery

Review accounts in accordance with FRS 102, ensuring accuracy and compliance

Identify opportunities to grow the firm’s client portfolio and service offerings

Contribute to strategic planning and operational initiatives as a key member of the leadership team

The successful Associate Director will have:

ACA/ACCA qualified with experience in practice

Strong FRS 102 accounts experience

Previous exposure to audit engagements

Proven leadership or mentoring experience

Highly motivated, commercially aware, and ready for a step up into a senior leadership position

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

A proactive approach with the ability to implement ideas and improvements

Associate Director - Benefits

Partner-track opportunity

Hybrid and flexible working

25 days holiday

Professional development and CPD support

Opportunity to have a real impact on firm growth and culture

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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