Business Services Manager - Bristol (West)

Michael Page Finance; West of England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progression opportunities

Training support

Enhanced holiday

Job summary

Michael Page is supporting an independent accountancy practice seeking a Business Services Manager in Bristol (West). You will oversee accounting and finance work, manage client services, and lead day-to-day delivery to maintain standards and support growth.

The role emphasizes building client relationships, planning workloads, reviewing work, and developing teams while delivering high-quality service. ACA/ACCA or equivalent experience preferred; salary £55,000–£70,000 with progression and

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience.
• Experience in UK accountancy practice.
• Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and client management.
• Experience reviewing work and managing staff.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commercially aware with proactive approach.
• Able to balance client service, team leadership and operational responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of business services work to meet deadlines and standards.
• Oversee accounting and finance assignments with accuracy and organisation.
• Plan workloads to ensure a steady flow of client work.
• Review completed work before sharing with clients.
• Build relationships with clients and respond to queries promptly.
• Monitor assignment progress and deadlines updates.
• Improve day-to-day processes to deliver work efficiently.
• Collaborate with accounting and finance teams for consistent client service.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Team leadership

Operational management

Education

ACA/ACCA or Q by experience

Job description

As a Business Services Manager in Devizes, you will oversee accounting and finance work within a professional services organisation, helping client services run smoothly and consistently. You will manage day-to-day delivery, maintain clear standards and help the wider team meet client needs.

Client Details

Our client is a highly respected and expanding independent accountancy practice with a strong reputation for delivering accounting, tax, audit and advisory services to a diverse SME client base across the South West. Operating from modern offices in the West Bristol area, the firm has built long-standing relationships with owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurs and growing organisations through its partner-led and people-focused approach.

Due to continued growth, the firm is seeking an experienced Business Services Manager to play a pivotal role in the day-to-day leadership of the office. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional who enjoys managing client relationships, developing teams and driving operational excellence while remaining actively involved in delivering high-quality client service.

Description

• Manage the delivery of business services work to ensure client deadlines and agreed standards are met.
• Oversee accounting and finance assignments, keeping work accurate, organised and ready for review.
• Plan workloads across the team to maintain a steady flow of client work.
• Review completed work and address any issues before it is shared with clients.
• Build clear working relationships with clients and respond to queries in a timely manner.
• Monitor assignment progress and provide regular updates on priorities and deadlines.
• Improve day-to-day processes where this helps the team deliver work more efficiently.
• Work with colleagues across the accounting and finance function to maintain a consistent client service.

Profile

ACA or ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience

Previous experience within UK accountancy practice

Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and client management

Experience reviewing work and managing staff

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Commercially aware with a proactive approach

Able to balance client service, team leadership and operational responsibilities

Ambitious and keen to contribute to the continued growth of the practice

Job Offer

• Permanent Business Services Manager position based in Bristol (West)
• Salary of £55,000 to £70,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Clear progression opportunities.
• Professional development and training support.
• Enhanced holiday entitlement.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.