Business Services Manager

S1jobs; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days' annual leave

Enhanced leave for special occasions

Paid professional memberships

Job summary

S1jobs in Scotland is seeking a Manager in the Accounts & Business Advisory team to own a diverse client portfolio, delivering compliance and advisory services. You will manage a team, mentor junior staff and contribute to their development.

The role covers client relationship management, technical reviews, workflow oversight and departmental performance reporting, with involvement in business development, tender writing and strategic initiatives to shape service offering.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with 3+ years PQE

Responsibilities

• Own diverse client portfolio delivering compliance and advisory services.
• Manage and mentor a team of professionals and develop junior staff.
• Client relationship management, technical reviews, workflow oversight, and departmental performance reporting.
• Lead business development, tender writing, and implement strategic initiatives.

Skills

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Organisation

Education

Qualified accountant (ACCA/ICAS/ICAEW or equivalent)

3+ years post-qualification experience

Job description

Your New Company

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and ambitious professional services firm that places people and clients at the heart of everything it does. With a strong focus on sustainable growth, innovation, and excellence, the firm is expanding its Accounts & Business Advisory team and is looking for a Manager to help shape the future of its service offering. Whether based in Glasgow or Edinburgh, you'll be part of a collaborative and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters.

Your new role

As a Manager within the Accounts & Business Advisory team, you'll take ownership of a diverse client portfolio, delivering both compliance and advisory services. You'll manage a team of professionals, ensuring high-quality output, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to their development. Your responsibilities will span client relationship management, technical reviews, workflow oversight, and departmental performance reporting. You'll also play a key role in business development, tender writing, and implementing strategic initiatives. This is a varied and rewarding role that offers the chance to make a tangible impact across multiple sectors.

What You'll Need To Succeed

You’ll be a qualified accountant (ACCA, ICAS, ICAEW or equivalent) with at least three years' post-qualification experience. A proven track record of managing client portfolios and leading teams is essential, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills. You'll be highly organised, client-focused, and confident in your ability to deliver results. A collaborative mindset, enthusiasm for mentoring others, and a commitment to continuous improvement will set you apart.

What You’ll Get In Return

You’ll join a firm that genuinely values its people and offers a flexible, hybrid working model to support work-life balance. In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, the package includes:

• 32 days' annual leave
• enhanced leave for special occasions
• paid professional memberships

You will benefit from a culture that prioritises development. With a clear path for progression, mentoring from experienced leaders, and opportunities to contribute to strategic growth, this is a place where you can truly thrive.