Accounting & Advisory Manager - Path to Directorship

W Talent; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Directorship pathway

Study support

37.5‑hour week

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Life assurance

Volunteer day

Professional memberships

Cycle to work

Employee discounts

Free parking

Eye test

Social events

Job summary

W Talent is recruiting for an Accounting & Advisory Manager / Senior Manager in Wakefield. A competitive salary of 50,000 - 60,000 plus benefits reflects the seniority and scope to lead a diversified client portfolio.

The role involves managing accounts, tax and advisory services, mentoring junior staff, and working closely with directors to drive practice growth and potential directorship pathways.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified with UK practice experience.
• 3+ years post-qualification in a Manager/Senior Manager role.
• Experience across accounts, tax and advisory for owner-managed businesses.

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of owner-managed clients across sectors.
• Oversee accounts preparation, tax compliance and advisory work.
• Develop junior team members and support growth initiatives.
• Build strong client relationships as a trusted adviser.
• Collaborate with directors on strategic development.

Skills

Portfolio management

Client relationships

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Tools

Microsoft Office

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

IRIS

Job description

W Talent is recruiting for an Accounting & Advisory Manager / Senior Manager in Wakefield. A competitive salary of 50,000 - 60,000 plus benefits reflects the seniority and scope to lead a diversified client portfolio.

The role involves managing accounts, tax and advisory services, mentoring junior staff, and working closely with directors to drive practice growth and potential directorship pathways.