Senior Manager - Accounting and Business Advisory

Hays is working with a leading and fast-growing professional services firm, supporting them in recruiting an experienced Senior Manager to join its Accounts and Business Advisory Services team.

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior leadership role within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, working with a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses and SMEs across the region.

Your new role

As an Accounts and Business Advisory Senior Manager, you will take ownership of a complex portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality financial reporting and advisory services while acting as a trusted business partner.You will play a key role in driving client relationships, leading teams, and contributing to the growth of the practice, bridging the gap between strategic leadership and operational delivery.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing and developing a portfolio of clients, acting as a primary point of contact
• Delivering and reviewing statutory accounts, management reports and corporate tax compliance
• Providing strategic, commercially focused advice to support client growth
• Leading client meetings and building long-term relationships to identify additional opportunities
• Overseeing workflow, deadlines, and team performance to ensure high-quality delivery
• Collaborating with specialists across tax, audit and advisory on more complex matters
• Supporting business development activity, including networking and identifying new work opportunities
• Coaching, mentoring and developing junior team members to build a high-performing team

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will be ACA/ACCA (or equivalent) qualified or qualified by experience, with a strong background in accountancy practice.

You will also demonstrate:

• Extensive experience managing client portfolios within practice
• Strong technical expertise across accounts preparation, corporate tax and advisory
• The ability to interpret financial information and provide strategic, value-add advice
• Proven experience leading and developing teams
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to engage and influence senior stakeholders
• A proactive and commercial mindset, with a focus on identifying growth opportunities
• A strong commitment to quality, continuous improvement and client service

What you'll get in return

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior leadership role within a highly respected firm that genuinely supports career progression.

You can expect:

• A clear pathway for further progression to Director/Partner level
• Exposure to a broad and interesting client base
• A collaborative and supportive working environment
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply now or contact Cara Whyte at Hays for a confidential discussion about your career.

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