Business Services Director (Accounting)

“Great leaders don’t set out to be a leader…they set out to make a difference.  It’s never about the role – always about the goal.”    Lisa Haisha.

Sheridan Maine is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and highly regarded Bristol-based accountancy firm to recruit an outstanding Business Services Director (Accounting).

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Finance Director / Senior Accounting Leader with a strong background in outsourced accounting services to join a forward-thinking firm. The role offers the chance to lead high-profile international accounting projects, drive service innovation, and play a key role in the firm’s continued growth.

As Business Services Director (Accounting), you will:

• Lead and deliver outsourced accounting services to a diverse client portfolio.
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders to drive business performance.
• Identify opportunities to enhance service delivery and expand client offerings.
• Oversee and manage international accounting projects across multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage a portfolio of concurrent projects, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, supporting recruitment and career progression.

To be successful in this Director role, you will:

• Be ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
• Have a strong background in practice accounting and business services.
• Bring proven experience in outsourcing / client accounting services.
• Demonstrate expertise in team leadership, coaching, and staff development.
• Have the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Be a proactive communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible hybrid working model
• Ongoing career development and leadership training
• Opportunity to work on international projects within a growing firm

If you are an ambitious Finance Director / Business Services Leader looking to make a real impact within a collaborative and progressive organisation, we would love to hear from you - click on “apply” as soon as possible.
 
You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.
 
Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.