At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a diverse client portfolio and mentor junior staff in a dynamic accountancy practice.
- Company: Established accountancy firm in the beautiful South of Cornwall.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Enjoy clear progression opportunities in a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Join a forward-thinking team and make a real impact on business growth.
- Qualifications: ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified with strong leadership and technical skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Location: South of Cornwall
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
The Opportunity
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially minded Senior Manager to join a well-established and growing accountancy practice South of Cornwall. This role is suited to an ambitious professional looking to take on a key leadership position within a collaborative and forward-thinking firm.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing client relationships, overseeing a varied portfolio, supporting the development of junior staff, and contributing to the continued growth of the practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a diverse portfolio of clients including limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships
- Reviewing statutory accounts, management accounts, and tax returns
- Providing business advisory and strategic support to clients
- Leading and mentoring junior and senior members of the team
- Building and maintaining strong long-term client relationships
- Supporting business development activities and identifying growth opportunities
- Ensuring compliance with accounting and tax regulations
- Liaising with HMRC and other professional bodies where required
- Managing workflow, deadlines, and team performance effectively
- Assisting Partners with operational and strategic initiatives
Candidate Requirements
- ACA / ACCA / CTA qualified (or equivalent)
- Significant experience within accountancy practice
- Strong technical knowledge across accounts and taxation
- Proven experience managing client portfolios
- Excellent leadership and people management skills
- Commercially aware with strong problem-solving ability
- Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Experience reviewing work and developing junior staff
Desirable Experience
- Business advisory exposure
- Practice development or business development involvement
- Experience working with cloud-based accounting software including Xero and QuickBooks
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Clear progression opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Flexible working options
- Ongoing professional development
- Opportunity to play a key role within a growing firm
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