Head of Accountancy - Innovative Firm of Accountants! - Butler Rose : Job Details

Butler Rose has been exclusively engaged by a growing, innovative accountancy practice to recruit a Head of Accountancy. This is a pivotal leadership role in a firm that embraces technology, champions client service excellence, and offers an exciting opportunity to drive growth and innovation. Hybrid / Flexible working with travel to Milton Keynes & Client Sites.

Why Join?

• Lead a high-performing team in a forward-thinking firm.
• Shape the firm's strategy and future growth.
• Work with entrepreneurial clients, offering advisory and compliance services.
• Enjoy a hybrid work environment.

Rewards & Benefits

• £70,000 salary + Profit Share Bonus (non-contractual, eligibility post-probation).
• Employee Ownership Trust - be part of a company where employees have a stake in success.
• Private Medical Insurance (post-probation, extendable to partner/dependants).
• Health Care Cash Plan (optical, dental, complementary therapies & more, extendable to partner).
• Flexible Benefits Portal - includes Cycle2Work, critical illness cover, dental insurance, and more.
• Group Life Assurance (4x salary).
• Pension (Salary Sacrifice, 5%).
• Employee Assistance Programme - support when you need it most.
• Reward & Recognition Programme.
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), increasing with service (up to 36 days).
• Service Awards Programme - additional paid leave & gift cards at key milestones.

The Role

As Head of Accountancy, you will:

• Lead & develop the accountancy team, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
• Manage a client portfolio, overseeing statutory accounts, tax computations, and advisory work.
• Review & improve processes, driving innovation and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and AML requirements.
• Act as a trusted advisor, strengthening client relationships and spotting opportunities for growth.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified ACA/ACCA with substantial post-qualification experience.
• Proven leadership & team management experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of FRS 102(1A) & FRS 105.
• Experience working in accountancy practice at a senior level.
• A commercially minded individual with excellent communication & client management skills.
• Proficiency with Xero, IRIS, HubSpot, and other accountancy software.

Next Steps

If you're a driven, ambitious leader and a technical accountant looking to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today or reach out to Victoria Newing at Butler Rose for a confidential discussion - / send your CV to v . newing @ butlerrose . com

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.