Business Advisory Services Manager

TN United Kingdom; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Business Advisory Services Manager in Belfast to oversee client portfolios and deliver high-quality advisory services. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on client satisfaction and technical excellence. You will manage relationships, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and mentor junior staff while enjoying benefits like hybrid working and tailored development programs. If you're passionate about client solutions and have a strong accounting background, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Hybrid working practices

Tailored development programs

Mentoring by senior staff

Half-day Fridays

Health & wellbeing resources

Volunteering leave

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Dress-for-the-day policy

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in accounting (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) is essential.
• Experience in managing client portfolios and providing advisory services.

Responsibilities

• Manage client portfolios and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Deliver advisory and project work to high technical standards.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Technical Compliance

Accounting Standards Knowledge

Portfolio Management

Training and Development

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

Xero

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Belfast, United Kingdom

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EU work permit required:

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Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

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Job Description:

Your new company
Hays is delighted to bring this role to market in conjunction with a key client. Our client is one of the largest and leading chartered accountancy, audit, tax, advisory, and insolvency firms on the Island of Ireland, North and South. Our client has a significant presence across Ireland, the UK, and internationally. With £50m+ revenue, 10 regional hubs, and a team of over 700 professionals, the Group has impressive global connections and extensive experience working with high-growth SME businesses and large corporations.

Your new role
Purpose of the role and key responsibilities:
• Support the team in all aspects of managing a client portfolio, ensuring all deadlines and demands are met
• Take ownership of client portfolios, including year-end and management accounts, budgets, and forecasts for selected clients
• Manage and develop client relationships to ensure satisfaction and identify new opportunities
• Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues
• Oversee the delivery of client accounting work from start to finish, on budget, coordinating with other departments to meet deadlines
• Perform technical work, oversee finalization of accounts, produce reports, and address client queries promptly
• Deliver specialist advisory and project work to high technical standards, providing clear recommendations
• Maintain and develop technical knowledge, researching new legislation and advising clients accordingly
• Participate in tenders and proposals for new work
• Demonstrate knowledge of GAAP and accounting standards, especially FRS 102 1A

What you'll need to succeed
Required experience and skills:
• Relevant professional qualification (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)
• Experience in a similar role
• Good knowledge of accounting systems such as Xero
• Experience managing a client portfolio
• Ability to train junior team members
• Technical compliance and advisory experience
• Experience with technology, cloud accounting, and client solutions

What you'll get in return – The Benefits
Our benefits include:
• Hybrid, flexible, and family-friendly working practices
• Tailored development programs
• Mentoring by senior staff
• Half-day Fridays
• Access to health & wellbeing resources, including Headspace
• Volunteering leave
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Dress-for-the-day policy

At FPM, you'll find tremendous opportunities to meet your career goals in a progressive, energetic, and supportive environment with engaging professionals.