Associate Director


Company:	IPS Group Limited
Salary:	£55,000 to £67,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Holmfirth, HD9 3JP
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	26 Aug 2026
Closing date:	24 Sept 2026

Apply for this job

Summary

A well-established and forward-thinking general practice accountancy firm based in Holmfirth is looking to appoint an Associate Director as part of its continued growth.

This is a truly independent firm, with the owners firmly committed to maintaining its independence and continuing to build the business for the long term. This creates an environment where senior individuals can have genuine influence over the direction and future of the practice.

The role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious ACA/ACCA-qualified accountant looking to take the next step in their career.

The Role

- Manage and develop a portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients.

- Act as a senior point of contact, providing accounts, tax and broader commercial advice.

- Review and oversee accounts and tax work, ensuring high standards of technical delivery.

- Build strong, long-term client relationships and identify opportunities to add value.

- Support and develop junior and qualified members of the team.

- Take an active role in the growth and development of the practice.

- Play a key role in shaping the continued development of an independent, owner-led firm.

The Person

- ACA or ACCA qualified, with strong post-qualification experience.

- Experienced within an accountancy practice and comfortable dealing directly with clients.

- Strong technical knowledge across accounts and taxation.

- Commercially minded with the confidence to advise owner-managed businesses.

- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

- Leadership experience or the ambition to take on greater responsibility.

The Opportunity

- Salary up to £67,000

- Competitive benefits package

- Flexible working arrangements

- Truly independent, owner-led accountancy firm

- Owners committed to maintaining the firm's independence

- Opportunity to have genuine influence over the future direction and growth of the practice

This would suit an experienced Senior Manager, Associate Director or ambitious Client Manager looking for a clear route into Partnership within an independent firm where ownership, autonomy and long-term relationships genuinely matter.

If you are interested in this Associate Director opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance.

IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

Apply for this job

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident

Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.