At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage client accounts while mentoring junior team members.
- Company: Join a growing advisory firm in Birmingham or Cheltenham.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, clear progression, and supportive leadership.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal and professional development in a fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team shaping the firm's regional presence.
- Qualifications: Experience in accountancy and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Birmingham or Cheltenham (Midlands & South West) | Hybrid | Growing Advisory Practice
If you’re an ambitious Accounts or Business Services professional looking for a broader role with client exposure, leadership responsibility and genuine progression, this opportunity offers exactly that. You’ll join a growing advisory firm, working with a diverse portfolio of owner‑managed businesses. This is a varied role combining client advisory, team leadership and business development, offering the chance to play a key part in building the firm’s regional presence.
Why this move stands out
- Opportunity to be part of a growing Birmingham (Midlands) or Cheltenham (South West) office
- Broad role covering accounts, advisory and client relationship management
- Exposure to owner‑managed businesses (£500k‑£10m turnover)
- Strong emphasis on people development and leadership
- Opportunity to contribute to business development and client growth
- Close working relationship with Partners and senior leadership
Your key focus areas
- Managing and delivering a range of services including:
- Management and financial accounts
- VAT and corporate tax returns
- Cloud accounting and digital solutions
- Leading, mentoring and developing junior team members
- Building strong, long‑term relationships with clients
- Acting as a trusted advisor to owner‑managed businesses
- Supporting the growth of the team through recruitment and development
- Contributing to business development and expanding the local client base
- Identifying opportunities to introduce additional services to clients
- Monitoring market developments to enhance service delivery and competitiveness
What you’ll bring
- Experience within an Accountancy Practice / Business Services environment
- Strong communication and client relationship management skills
- Proven ability to lead, coach and develop team members
- Commercial mindset with an interest in business development
- Proactive approach with the drive to contribute to practice growth
- Comfortable working in a fast‑growing and evolving environment
What’s in it for you
- Competitive salary + benefits
- Clear progression pathway within a growing firm
- Opportunity to play a key role in building a regional presence
- Exposure to a diverse and growing client portfolio
- Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture
- Strong focus on professional and personal development
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