Accounts Associate Director

About the role

Rutherford Briant is seeking an Accounts Associate Director to lead the delivery of high‑value accounting services for medium‑size and SME clients in Chelmsford. This senior position offers the chance to shape strategic financial advice while developing the next generation of senior team members.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee service delivery for complex or high‑value clients.
• Provide strategic financial, compliance and business‑operations insights.
• Support the growth and performance of senior team members, ensuring clear succession pathways.
• Lead performance reviews, set expectations and deliver focused feedback.
• Review and sign‑off accounting outputs in line with UK GAAP, tax legislation and internal standards.

Required profile

• ACA, ACCA or equivalent full qualification.
• 5‑7 years of experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• Manager or senior‑manager level experience.
• Expert‑level understanding of UK GAAP.
• Proven experience managing multiple teams and reporting lines.

Required skills

What we offer

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Career progression with training and professional qualifications.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives.