Business Services Director (Accounting)

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“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:

  • 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

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

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Company: Sheridan Maine – Accounting, Audit & Tax Recruitment
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

“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:

  • 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

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

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Posted: May 17th, 2026