Business Services Senior Manager (Agriculture Sector)

Armstrong Watson LLP; Kendal; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice Employer Contribution Pension Scheme

Competitive Annual Leave entitlement

Smart Working Policy

Health Shield Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Introductory Commission Scheme

Employee Referral Scheme

Investment towards Continuous Professional Development

Paid professional membership fees

Job summary

Armstrong Watson LLP in Kendal is seeking a Business Services Senior Manager to lead a portfolio of Agricultural clients. This role includes managing client relationships, overseeing accounting assignments, and fostering team development.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified Accountant with extensive accounting experience, a strong knowledge of UK tax regulations, and exceptional communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• A qualified Accountant under ICAEW, ACCA or ICAS.
• Extensive experience preparing accounts and financial statements.
• Sound knowledge of UK taxes such as Personal Tax, VAT, PAYE.
• Excellent communication skills both face to face and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor progress on active Accounting assignments.
• Maintain excellent relationships with clients.
• Conduct assessments of team members’ competence and motivation.
• Create a client-friendly environment for referrals.

Skills

Communication skills

Client management

Understanding of UK taxes

Team leadership

Accounting experience

Education

Qualified Accountant under ICAEW, ACCA or ICAS

Job description

Business Services Senior Manager (Agriculture Sector)

Department: Business Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Kendal

Description

We are a forward-thinking growing firm where innovation meets tradition. Our Business Services team has a broad range of expertise, allowing us to provide an exceptional bespoke service to our clients with a personal touch.

What we value

We are looking for people who want more than the next job. People who care deeply about:

• Standards and professionalism
• Doing work they are proud to put their name to
• Building long‑term client relationships
• Being part of a firm with real momentum and intent

The Role

We now have a rare and exciting opportunity for a Business Services Senior Manager to join our Kendal office, with clear progression opportunities to take on a portfolio of mainly Agricultural clients while being supported by an experienced Partner in the sector.

The main elements of this role will include:

• Having an excellent working relationship with clients and be the first point of contact for ad hoc client queries
• Managing and monitoring progress on active Accounting assignments within the portfolio
• Conducting regular assessments of each team member’s competence, motivation and required support and resources
• Forming good professional relationships with clients, creating an environment whereby clients feel happy to refer their contacts to Armstrong Watson LLP

Please note that we will be accepting candidates from agency suppliers in connection with this vacancy.

The Candidate

In order to fulfil the responsibilities of the position, we would like candidates to be / have:

• A qualified Accountant under ICAEW, ACCA or ICAS
• Extensive knowledge and working experience of preparing non statutory, sole trader and partnership accounts alongside preparing statutory financial statements in line with UK Generally Accepted Accounting Practice
• A sound knowledge and understanding of all relevant UK taxes such as Personal Tax, Corporation Tax, VAT, PAYE etc
• A Full UK Driving LicenceA good understanding of all other services offered by the firm, in order to identify opportunities to refer to other teams
• An excellent communicator both face to face and in writing, and be able to adapt your style depending on your audience
• Able to effectively manage and support colleagues ensuring they are developed to their best ability

The Benefits

In return for your hard work helping us shape our future growth and development; we will provide a competitive salary and a positive benefits package which includes:

• Salary Sacrifice Employer Contribution Pension Scheme including Life Cover (4x salary) and Income Protection
• Competitive Annual Leave entitlement & Annual Leave Purchase Scheme allowing you to buy up to 5 additional days annual leave each year
• Smart Working Policy, giving you the ability to balance home and remote working
• Health Shield Cash Plan (cash back on a range of Health benefits and discounts on holidays, fashion and entertainment)
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support for wellbeing and health)
• Paid flu jabs and eye tests
• Introductory Commission Scheme (financial reward if you refer a new client)
• Employee Referral Scheme (financial reward if you refer new AW colleagues) enabling you to claim up to £2,500 for each referral
• Investment towards Continuous Professional Development (CPD), which includes access to comprehensive training courses and materials
• Paid professional membership fees

In addition to all the benefits you would expect from an award winning employer, you will be given the utmost encouragement and support to develop your career further.

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