Accounts & Tax Director / Partner

“Quality performance starts with a positive attitude.” Jeffrey Gitomer.

Sheridan Maine is working in partnership with a well-established and fast-growing advisory and accounting firm based in Northwest London to recruit an experienced Accounts and Tax Director. This is a senior leadership opportunity within a business that prides itself on delivering outstanding client service, fostering long-term partnerships, and taking a progressive, solutions-focused approach to accounting and tax.

The firm has built an excellent reputation for its proactive and personalised service, and as part of its continued growth, is now seeking a dynamic and technically strong individual to join its leadership team.

Key Responsibilities of the Accounts & Tax Director will be as follows:

• Oversee the delivery of accounts and tax compliance services to a varied portfolio of clients, ensuring technical accuracy, adherence to deadlines, and client satisfaction.
• Review and sign off on statutory financial statements, corporation tax returns, and personal tax filings.
• Provide technical guidance and support on complex accounting and tax matters, both internally and to clients.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor and identifying opportunities to add value.
• Contribute to strategic planning and business development, working closely with the partners to support the firm’s continued success.
• Lead, mentor, and support the development of junior and mid-level team members.

The successful Accounts & Tax Director:

• Professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent), with substantial post-qualification experience.
• Strong background in both accounts preparation and tax compliance/advisory within a practice environment.
• Excellent technical knowledge of UK accounting standards and tax legislation.
• Proven experience managing a portfolio of clients and leading a team.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary package, commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to join the leadership team of a respected and expanding firm.
• Clear route for continued progression and influence in strategic decision-making.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment that values innovation and excellence.

If you’re passionate about this position or are keen to hear more, please 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.