At a Glance
- Tasks: Build and shape the Manchester ABAS function while driving business development and client relationships.
- Company: Top 20 UK accountancy practice with a strong national and international presence.
- Benefits: Investors in People Gold accredited, continuous learning, and genuine investment in workforce.
- Other info: Opportunity to develop a high-performing team and establish Manchester as a key hub.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and make a real impact in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: ACA/ACCA qualified or qualified by experience with up-to-date technical knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 £ per year.
About Our Client
Our client is a Top 20 UK accountancy practice with a strong national presence and international reach through a leading global network. People come first here for colleagues, clients, and the communities the firm supports. It's a collaborative, purpose-led organisation built on continuous learning and genuine investment in its people, holding Investors in People Gold accreditation in recognition of how it develops and values its workforce.
The Opportunity
This is a rare chance to build and shape a Manchester ABAS function from the ground up. You'll be joining a firm that's investing seriously in its Northwest presence, and this role sits right at the heart of that growth story. You'll go beyond the numbers - building trusted client relationships, understanding the businesses behind them, navigating risk, and delivering insights that genuinely support decision-making. As Senior Manager, you'll drive business development, win new clients, build strong regional market relationships, and create a high-performing team to support delivery across the region - establishing Manchester as a key hub within the wider Northwest ABAS business.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Management & Service Delivery
- Grow the new client base and extend services to existing clients
- Ensure delivery of high-quality client service within agreed deadlines and budgets
- Business Development
- Support partners and directors in achieving growth targets by building the Manchester ABAS function
- Confidently network across the Manchester market, generating leads from intermediaries and contacts
- Technical & Quality
- Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge relevant to the role
- Ensure compliance with relevant accounting, tax, audit, and regulatory standards
- Support quality assurance and risk management initiatives
- Team Leadership & People Management
- Grow a portfolio and develop a team in a new location (Manchester)
- Communication
- Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders
- Contribute to the North-West Senior Leadership team
What We're Looking For
- ACA/ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience
- Up-to-date technical knowledge of Auditing and Financial Reporting Standards
- Sound understanding of departmental objectives and KPIs
- Aware of a full-service firm's product and service offering
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