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About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for a strategically minded individual to join our expanding Accountancy and Advisory team. We are open to recruiting this role at Partner or Director level, so are keen to hear from ambitious candidates ready for that challenge and who are looking to make a positive impact within a rapidly expanding firm.
Working closely with the head of this service line and our Senior Management Team (SMT), you will play a significant role in the development of our Business Advisory and Accountancy service line across our offices.
Joining as a senior member of a large team, you will be expected to promote best practice to deliver proactive relationship led advisory services to our corporate clients. You will need to be highly commercial in your approach and will be able to demonstrate a proven track record of developing new business opportunities through the leveraging of your network.
Working closely with our Partners, you will look to contribute to the continued growth of the client base and to the overall client service delivery and experience.
Day to day responsibilities will include:
Building strong relationships with our owner-managed business clients and ensuring that we continue to offer a quality trusted advisor service
Monitoring developments in the accounting marketplace to help retain competitiveness and efficiency of service provision
Playing a pivotal role in Business Development activities and looking to build/retain a good network of local contacts to aid service line growth
Working alongside our existing SMT to develop and grow our team – this will include recruiting team members, coaching our people so that they can reach their potential and succession planning
Working with our head of service line and other Partners to formulate and deliver our firmwide accounting and advisory services strategy
About You
To be considered for the role, you will need to be/have:
ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with experience of working within a business services environment
A strong business developer who is keen to build contacts and network within the local business community
Good current knowledge of developments in the market with particular reference to cloud-based systems and outsourcing opportunities
An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills who can influence at all levels
A strong People Manager who enjoys building and developing a team
Keen to contribute to the overall success of Bishop Fleming
Why Bishop Fleming?
Bishop Fleming is an award-winning and certified Great Place to Work® provider of Audit, Accountancy, Tax and Advisory services in the South West and West Midlands. With a turnover of £48m, the firm saw growth of almost 15% over the last 12 months. Currently ranked fifth in the Accountancy Age Mid-Tier Power Index and is also the largest provider of audit services to multi-academy trusts in the academy sector.
From owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and large businesses; to entrepreneurs and private individuals; Bishop Fleming offers full services across a diverse range of sectors.
Bishop Fleming is also a member of Kreston Global, a global network of independent accounting firms in more than 100 countries.
With * offices, over 47 partners, and over 500 people, we have the capability and capacity to meet our clients’ needs. From owner-managed businesses to large businesses; to schools, not-for-profit and public sector organisations; and private clients we have the full-service expertise to advise our clients.
30 days holiday plus bank holidays plus Christmas off!
Competitive salary
Hybrid working
A contributory Pension scheme
Life assurance
Simply Health cashback plan including access to 24/7 online GP service and counselling services
Yulife employee wellbeing app
Social events with active social committees that plan internal and external events
Numerous opportunities for development
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for a strategically minded individual to join our expanding Accountancy and Advisory team. We are open to recruiting this role at Partner or Director level, so are keen to hear from ambitious candidates ready for that challenge and who are looking to make a positive impact within a rapidly expanding firm.
Working closely with the head of this service line and our Senior Management Team (SMT), you will play a significant role in the development of our Business Advisory and Accountancy service line across our offices.
Joining as a senior member of a large team, you will be expected to promote best practice to deliver proactive relationship led advisory services to our corporate clients. You will need to be highly commercial in your approach and will be able to demonstrate a proven track record of developing new business opportunities through the leveraging of your network.
Working closely with our Partners, you will look to contribute to the continued growth of the client base and to the overall client service delivery and experience.
Day to day responsibilities will include:
Building strong relationships with our owner-managed business clients and ensuring that we continue to offer a quality trusted advisor service
Monitoring developments in the accounting marketplace to help retain competitiveness and efficiency of service provision
Playing a pivotal role in Business Development activities and looking to build/retain a good network of local contacts to aid service line growth
Working alongside our existing SMT to develop and grow our team – this will include recruiting team members, coaching our people so that they can reach their potential and succession planning
Working with our head of service line and other Partners to formulate and deliver our firmwide accounting and advisory services strategy
About You
To be considered for the role, you will need to be/have:
ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with experience of working within a business services environment
A strong business developer who is keen to build contacts and network within the local business community
Good current knowledge of developments in the market with particular reference to cloud-based systems and outsourcing opportunities
An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills who can influence at all levels
A strong People Manager who enjoys building and developing a team
Keen to contribute to the overall success of Bishop Fleming
Why Bishop Fleming?
Bishop Fleming is an award-winning and certified Great Place to Work® provider of Audit, Accountancy, Tax and Advisory services in the South West and West Midlands. With a turnover of £48m, the firm saw growth of almost 15% over the last 12 months. Currently ranked fifth in the Accountancy Age Mid-Tier Power Index and is also the largest provider of audit services to multi-academy trusts in the academy sector.
From owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and large businesses; to entrepreneurs and private individuals; Bishop Fleming offers full services across a diverse range of sectors.
Bishop Fleming is also a member of Kreston Global, a global network of independent accounting firms in more than 100 countries.
With * offices, over 47 partners, and over 500 people, we have the capability and capacity to meet our clients’ needs. From owner-managed businesses to large businesses; to schools, not-for-profit and public sector organisations; and private clients we have the full-service expertise to advise our clients.
30 days holiday plus bank holidays plus Christmas off!
Competitive salary
Hybrid working
A contributory Pension scheme
Life assurance
Simply Health cashback plan including access to 24/7 online GP service and counselling services
Yulife employee wellbeing app
Social events with active social committees that plan internal and external events
Numerous opportunities for development
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Accountancy Partner position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Birmingham offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
