Accounting & Advisory Manager — Path to Directorship

W Talent; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with benefits

Progression to Directorship

Study support

37.5-hour week

25 days holiday

Pension with salary sacrifice

Health Cash Plan

Life assurance (4x salary)

Volunteer day per year

Memberships paid

Cycle to work

Employee referrals

Recognition schemes

Free parking

Eye test support

Social events

Job summary

W Talent Finance is partnering 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, deliver accounting, tax and advisory services, and work with directors on strategic development.

The role offers a clear progression pathway towards Directorship, full study support, a 37.5-hour week, and a comprehensive benefits package including pension, health plans and life

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified with UK accountancy practice experience.
• 3+ years post-qualified experience in a Manager/Senior Manager role.
• Experience managing a portfolio across accounts, tax and advisory services.
• Experience with accounts preparation and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of owner-managed businesses and clients across sectors.
• Deliver high-quality accounting, tax and advisory services.
• Oversee the preparation of accounts, tax compliance and advisory work.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships as trusted adviser.
• Support and mentor junior team members.
• Review work to ensure quality and compliance; identify opportunities to support client growth.
• Contribute to business development and new client opportunities.
• Collaborate with directors on strategic development.

Skills

Portfolio management

Client relationship management

Leadership

Business development

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Tools

Microsoft Office

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

IRIS

Job description

W Talent Finance is partnering 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, deliver accounting, tax and advisory services, and work with directors on strategic development.

The role offers a clear progression pathway towards Directorship, full study support, a 37.5-hour week, and a comprehensive benefits package including pension, health plans and life