Job location: Central London
Excellent compensation package
ACCA ( the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is the largest and fastest-growing global accountancy body with 296,000 students and 115,000 members in 170 countries. It aims to offer the first choice qualification to people of application, ability and ambition around the world who seek a rewarding career in accountancy, finance and management. ACCA supports its students and members throughout their careers, providing services through a network of 80 offices and centers and more than 50 global accountancy partnerships. ACCA is now looking for a new Chief Executive to drive and delivers its strategy, working with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
The Chief Executive will be expected to:
Demonstrate an ability to promote ACCA at international level, as a global accountancy body, maximizing its network and identifying opportunities for new market growth.
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with other bodies, authorities and regulators around the world to take forward ACCA’s position in the international profession, within the context of its core values.
Provide leadership to the senior management team and take responsibility for the effective implementation of ACCA’s strategy, ensuring delivery of major related projects.
Work with council and play a central role in the development and formulation of ACCA’s global strategy.
Be accountable for the efficiency and effectiveness of ACCA’s operational performance.
Candidates will have an exceptional track record in leadership, management and innovation through roles in finance, business management, business education or the public service and must demonstrate the breadth of skills to operate effectively on the world stage. This is a unique opportunity for a new Chief Executive to drive the Global strategy and direction of ACCA to meet the growing demand of international accountants throughout the world.
For a confidential discussion about this outstanding opportunity, please contact David Chancellor on +44 (0) 20 7509 8148 or Lynda Fagan on +44 (0) 7509 8788 at Robert Walters Executive Search or send your CV to acca@robertwalters.com
