Accounting and Advisory Manager

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

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

Description

Accounting & Advisory Manager / Senior Manager

Wakefield

£50,000 - £60,000 + Benefits

About the Company

W Talent Finance is a specialist recruitment partner dedicated to placing high-calibre accounting professionals across both practice and commerce & industry markets worldwide. With a deep understanding of the finance landscape, we support clients ranging from leading professional services firms to established regional practices and multi-service professional groups, delivering tailored talent solutions that drive business performance.

We are partnering with a well-established, multi-service accountancy and professional services firm with a strong regional presence and an excellent reputation for delivering trusted advice to businesses and individuals.

With a multi-office structure and a sizeable professional workforce, the business operates at scale while maintaining a strong focus on collaboration, consistency, and delivering high-quality outcomes for its clients.

The organisation promotes a people-focused environment built around shared values of professionalism, teamwork, and integrity. It places emphasis on creating a supportive and inclusive culture where individuals are encouraged to develop, take ownership of their work, and progress within a high-performing but approachable team environment.

The Role

As an Accounting & Advisory Manager / Senior Manager, you will play a key leadership role within the practice, managing a diverse portfolio of clients while supporting the continued growth and development of the Wakefield office.

Working closely with the directors, you will provide high-quality accounting, tax and advisory services, support the development of the wider team and contribute to business growth initiatives. This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional who is looking to progress towards a future leadership role, with a potential pathway to Directorship for the right individual.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of owner-managed businesses and clients across a range of 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, acting as a trusted adviser
• Support and mentor junior team members, helping develop their technical and professional skills
• Review work and ensure high standards of quality and complianceIdentify opportunities to support client growth and expand service offerings
• Contribute to business development activities and new client opportunities
• Work closely with directors on the strategic development of the practice

About You

• ACA or ACCA qualified with a strong background in UK accountancy practice
• Ideally 3+ years post-qualified experience in a Manager, Senior Manager or similar role
• Experience managing a portfolio of mixed clients across accounts, tax and advisory services
• Strong technical knowledge with practical experience in accounts preparation and compliance
• Audit experience would be advantageous but is not essential
• Proven ability to manage workloads, deadlines and client relationships effectively
• Experience supporting and developing junior team members
• Strong commercial awareness with an interest in business growth
• Ambitious, proactive and motivated to progress into a senior leadership role
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks and accounting software such as IRIS

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000, depending on experience
• Clear progression pathway towards future Directorship for the right candidate
• Full study support where required
• 37.5-hour working week with an earlier finish on Fridays
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme with salary sacrifice option
• Health Cash Plan
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• One paid volunteering day per year
• Payment of professional memberships
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee referral incentives
• Recognition and reward schemes
• Free parking options
• Eye test support
• Regular social events and team activities
• Employee discounts across a range of professional and personal services