Senior Manager Newton Abbot | Competitive Salary | Permanent Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing professional services firm in Newton Abbot. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in client delivery, team development, and overall business growth, with a clear pathway to future partnership. The successful candidate will take ownership of a diverse client portfolio while supporting the leadership and development of the wider team. Key Duties Manage and review client files and portfolios to ensure accuracy and timely Partner sign-off. Provide expert advice across income, corporate, and capital taxes. Lead client meetings alongside, or on behalf of, the Partner. Oversee billing, budgeting, and fee reviews to ensure commercial accuracy. Delegate workflow and support day-to-day team operations. Review and develop team performance and support continuous improvement. Support compliance updates and ensure best practice across all work. Handle client and internal queries promptly and professionally. Contribute to business development activity and firm growth. Act as cover for the Partner when required. Requirements ACA or ACCA qualified with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualified experience. Strong practice background including accounts preparation and corporate tax experience. Experience working with sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. Strong knowledge of Sage, QuickBooks, Xero, and CCH or similar software. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage clients at all levels. Proven ability to manage workloads, deadlines, and competing priorities. Strong leadership and team management experience. Proactive and commercially minded approach. What We Offer Opportunity to join a well-established and growing professional services firm. Leadership role with responsibility for client delivery and team development. Clear pathway to future partnership. Supportive environment where professional development is actively encouraged. Opportunity to influence business growth and client outcomes. Interested? If you're an ambitious Senior Manager looking for a role with real influence, autonomy, and long-term progression potential, apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion. Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
