This is an outstanding opportunity to join a multi-award-winning, digitally-led accountancy and advisory practice. Based in Sheffield, the firm specialises in helping ambitious start-ups, scale-ups, and SMEs automate their finances, reduce stress, save time, and achieve sustainable growth.As Client Finance Director (FD), you''ll provide ambitious businesses with the strategic insight of a full-time FD, but with the flexibility and cost-effectiveness of outsourcing.What will you be doing?Supporting a diverse client base by delivering outstanding financial leadership that enables businesses to scale, become audit-ready, manage cash flow, and prepare for fundraising or transactions.Acting as astrategic finance partner to client leadership teams, focusing on growth, profitability, efficiency, and long-term planning.Overseeing automated financial systemsand delivering monthly management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and compliance.Ensuring audit readiness and transaction support, preparing businesses for investment or exit planning.Leading and developinga team of accountants who deliver accounting and business advisory services.Championing digital innovation, leveraging cutting-edge finance platforms to deliver clarity and efficiency.What skills are we looking for?Qualified accountant(ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with proven leadership experience.Current or recent practice experience- this is essential.Strong strategic capabilitywith hands-on expertise in management ac