Office of the CFO - Senior Manager in Manchester

Senior Manager Office of the CFO | Manchester (Hybrid) Ready to move beyond compliance and become a trusted adviser to ambitious businesses?

If you're an experienced ACA or ACCA-qualified finance professional looking for a role where you can influence business decisions, build lasting client relationships and help shape the future of a growing service line, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

We're working with a highly respected professional services firm that is investing heavily in its Office of the CFO offering.

As the team continues to grow, they're looking to appoint a Senior Manager who can lead client relationships, develop people and play a key role in the future success of the Manchester office.

This is far more than a traditional accounts role.

You'll become a trusted adviser to a portfolio of businesses, working alongside Finance Directors, CFOs and business owners to provide strategic financial support, improve performance and help clients achieve their growth ambitions.

As a Senior Manager, you'll take ownership of a diverse portfolio of clients, leading the delivery of high-quality financial reporting while providing commercially focused advice that adds real value.

You'll also play an important role in developing the team, mentoring future leaders and helping drive the continued growth of one of the firm's fastest-growing service lines.

What you'll be doing Managing a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors, acting as their trusted finance adviser.

Building long-term relationships with CFOs, Finance Directors and business owners.

Reviewing management accounts, statutory accounts and financial reporting, providing commercial insight and practical recommendations.

Supporting clients with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial planning.

Overseeing audit liaison and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

Leading, mentoring and developing Managers, Assistant Managers and junior team members.

Supporting businesses as they transition into outsourced finance and Office of the CFO services.

Identifying opportunities to broaden client relationships and introduce additional advisory services.

Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider business to deliver joined-up solutions.

Helping shape the future direction and growth of the Office of the CFO team.

About you You'll be a qualified accountant who enjoys working closely with clients and wants to move into a more commercial, advisory-led role.

You'll ideally have : ACA or ACCA qualification.

A background in practice within Business Services, Accounts or Advisory.

Experience managing a client portfolio and building strong client relationships.

Strong technical accounting knowledge.

Previous experience leading, coaching and developing teams.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards.

A commercial mindset and genuine interest in helping businesses succeed.

Experience within outsourced finance, CFO Services or advising SME and mid-market businesses would be beneficial but isn't essential.

Why join Take on a genuine leadership role with autonomy and responsibility.

Work directly with senior decision-makers and become a trusted adviser to your clients.

Join a growing, ambitious team with significant investment and long-term plans.

Enjoy clear progression towards Director level.

Broaden your experience beyond traditional accounting into strategic finance and business advisory.

Be part of a collaborative, supportive culture where your ideas and contribution are genuinely valued.

Work with a varied client base across multiple sectors, ensuring no two days are the same.

If you're looking for a role that combines technical accounting, commercial advisory and people leadershipand gives you the opportunity to make a real impactwe'd love to hear from you.

Please note: Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK.

Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position.

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