Associate Partner

**Associate Partner**
**It's not all about the numbers**

Traditionally accountancy has been all about numbers and commercial considerations; but not here at Haines Watts. We really strive to build lasting, valued relationships and to make a tangible and meaningful impact. It is our clients' success that drives us and we are proactively committed to helping our clients and colleagues achieve their business and life goals in a passionate and authentic way, as these are the key traits that underpin everything we do.

At the heart of our firm is our colleagues, which is why team engagement has become more important than ever before. We have achieved 1-Star recognition from Best Companies for this and we are also one of the Top 10 best accountancy firms to work for in the UK, investing heavily in colleague wellbeing and mindfulness. As the face of the workplace has shifted since the pandemic, we have adapted and challenged what the working environment looks like for our teams, creating an environment fit for the future.

We're committed to improving diversity and inclusion, not just in terms of background but also in terms of diversity of thought and skills. We are curious about how we can help shape the future of accountancy and advisory for the next generation which is why we decided to become a National Sponsor of the Reach Next Generation Summit, aligning our values with action.

**What is the role?**

As a qualified Associate Partner working within our Hornchurch office, you will work closely with the partnership team; managing and overseeing the delivery of statutory audit and accounts preparation services. This is a dynamic, client-facing role, advising and supporting a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, with the below key tasks being carried out.
- Oversee the delivery of accounts assignments across your portfolio
- Lead some of our largest and most complex assignments and review completed files
- Business Development with clients and building up long-lasting client relationships
- Responsibility for monitoring chargeability and profitability across your portfolio
- Contribute to valuations, business modelling, EMI, bank presentations and report writing
- Coach other staff for improved performance and technical development
- Mentor junior staff and contribute to the office's training and development

**What you will need to be;**:

- Be authentic in every situation and like to be connected to your team, clients and local communities
- Like to listen and understand, to show up every day with passion and to stand up for things that matter to you
- Be driven to succeed, take initiative and want results

As well as the above you will be **ACA/ACCA** qualified/overseas equivalent with at least 6 years post qualified experience and have proven experience of, managing a portfolio of OMB/SME clients, developing new business, managing client relationships and dealing with complex client queries. You will also have leadership experience at a management grade.
**The Haines Watts Way**:
Our collective aspirations are simple:

- We strive to build and develop **valued relationships** as a trusted business advisor to our clients and connections.
- We strive to **show passion** for our work in helping clients achieve their goals and using our initiative to help solve problems.
- But above all, we strive to **be authentic** and inclusive as part of our DNA.
**What you get back from us;**:

- Competitive salary
- Study support package if applicable
- Internal mentor and buddy system to support your career journey
- Excellent personal development programmes to support career growth opportunities
- Structured development as well as on the job practical training
- Flexible benefits reward package
- Access to our agile working policy
- Working and learning directly from our Associate Partners and Partners
- Ability to progress all the way to the top