Accounting & Advisory Manager | Directorship + Study Support

W Talent

Wakefield

Hybrid

GBP 50,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Pension scheme
Health Cash Plan
Life assurance
25 days holiday
Cycle to work scheme
Free parking
Eye test support

Job summary

W Talent Finance partners with a well-established accountancy and professional services firm in Wakefield to recruit an Accounting & Advisory Manager / Senior Manager. You will lead a diverse client portfolio, delivering accounting, tax and advisory services while supporting growth from the Wakefield office.

The role offers a clear progression pathway to Directorship for the right candidate, a 37.5-hour week with an earlier finish on Fridays, and a comprehensive benefits package including

Qualifications

  • Qualified with ACA or ACCA and UK accounting practice background.
  • Experience leading a portfolio of owner-managed businesses in accounting, tax and advisory.
  • Proven ability to mentor juniors and manage senior workloads.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a portfolio of owner-managed businesses and clients across accounts, tax and advisory services.
  • Lead delivery of high-quality accounting, tax and advisory work.
  • Oversee preparation of accounts, tax compliance and advisory engagements.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted adviser.
  • Support and mentor junior team members and support business development.

Skills

Client portfolio management
Business development
Team leadership
Finance systems proficiency
Attention to detail

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Tools

Sage
Xero
QuickBooks
IRIS
Microsoft Office

Job description

W Talent Finance partners with a well-established accountancy and professional services firm in Wakefield to recruit an Accounting & Advisory Manager / Senior Manager. You will lead a diverse client portfolio, delivering accounting, tax and advisory services while supporting growth from the Wakefield office.

The role offers a clear progression pathway to Directorship for the right candidate, a 37.5-hour week with an earlier finish on Fridays, and a comprehensive benefits package including

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