Accounts Assistant Manager / Manager

SI Recruitment Limited; Kendal; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Company pension

Life assurance

Health benefits

CPD support

Career progression

Job summary

SI Recruitment Limited is seeking a Business Services Assistant Manager/Manager in Kendal. Hybrid & flexible working is available, with a focus on managing client relationships and leading a growing team within an accountancy practice.

You will oversee portfolios, guide juniors, and collaborate with leadership to deliver high-quality accounts and business services, while contributing to development and growth of the department.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA/ACCA/ICAS.
• Experience in an accountancy practice.
• Experience managing portfolios of clients and assignments.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients and ensure high standards across accounts and business services.
• Be primary client contact, building long-term professional relationships.
• Review accounts work and provide guidance to junior team members.
• Plan assignments, allocate work and monitor progress against budgets and deadlines.
• Support and mentor staff to develop technical knowledge and skills.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to manage workflow and client service quality.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal processes and contribute to department growth.
• Assist with business development and expanding client relationships.

Skills

Client relationship management

People development

Leadership

Portfolio management

Education

ACA/ACCA/ICAS

Job description

Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager

Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Location: Kendal (Hybrid & Flexible Working Available)

An established and expanding accountancy practice is looking to recruit a Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager to join its growing team. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced practice professional who enjoys managing client relationships, developing people and overseeing a varied portfolio of businesses.

Whether you're an experienced Assistant Manager ready to progress or an established Manager looking for your next challenge, this role offers genuine career development, exposure to a broad client base and the chance to play a key role within a collaborative and ambitious practice.

The Role

• Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring accounts and business services assignments are delivered to a consistently high standard.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing proactive support and building long-term professional relationships.
• Review accounts preparation work and provide technical guidance to junior team members.
• Plan assignments, allocate work effectively and monitor progress to ensure budgets and deadlines are achieved.
• Support and mentor Business Services staff, helping to develop their technical knowledge and professional skills.
• Work closely with senior leadership to manage workflow and ensure excellent client service.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal processes and contribute to the continued development of the department.
• Assist with business development by identifying opportunities to strengthen existing client relationships and support the growth of the practice.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with current accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

About You

• ACA, ACCA or ICAS qualified.
• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice in a Business Services or Accounts role.
• Experience managing a portfolio of clients and overseeing multiple assignments.
• Strong leadership skills with experience supporting and developing junior team members.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Commercially aware with a strong focus on delivering an exceptional client experience.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Proactive, solutions-focused and committed to maintaining high professional standards.
• A full UK driving licence would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Company pension scheme with life assurance.
• Generous annual leave, with the option to purchase additional holiday.
• Health and wellbeing benefits, including an employee assistance programme.
• Paid professional subscriptions and ongoing CPD support.
• Structured career development with genuine opportunities to progress into senior leadership.
• A supportive, collaborative culture where your ideas and contribution are valued.
• The opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients across a wide range of industries.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Business Services Assistant Manager or Manager looking to join a progressive accountancy practice that offers variety, autonomy and genuine long-term career progression within a supportive and forward-thinking team.