Downey Osborne is delighted to present an Associate Director role with a leading mid-tier accountancy firm. This is a senior leadership position offering strategic involvement, team leadership, and a defined pathway to Director level within a people-focused practiceCompetitive salaryFlexible working with a four-and-a-half-day weekClear progression to DirectorStrong, collaborative team cultureGenerous holiday allowanceSocial eventsAbout YouFully qualified accountant ACA, ACCA or equivalentStrong post-qualified experience in audit and accountsConfident leading teams and managing client relationshipsExcellent technical and commercial awarenessTech-forward, organised, and people-focusedYour RoleAlwaysLead the Audit & Accounts team and oversee quality deliveryReview audits, accounts, and statutory complianceAct as a key contact for clients and senior stakeholdersOftenDevelop and mentor team membersSupport firm strategy and business developmentDrive commercial outcomes through effective planning and fee managementOccasionallyGet involved in advisory and consultancy projectsContribute to innovation and process improvement initiativesNeverCompromise on quality or professional standardsTake annual leave without approvalRef