Finance Manager

Sharp Consultancy; Otley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services organization in Leeds is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to provide a range of accounting and finance services. In this client-facing role, you will manage client relationships and oversee team performance while ensuring accurate delivery of services. The ideal candidate should be a fully qualified accountant with strong knowledge in UK GAAP and proven experience in managing client portfolios.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with experience in either practice or industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS.
• Experience managing client portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Provide a full range of finance services to clients.
• Manage client relationships as a trusted adviser.
• Lead internal teams for timely delivery of finance services.

Skills

Qualified accountant

Knowledge of UK GAAP

Client management

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Cloud accounting software

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

Sharp Consultancy is excited to partner with a leading, tech-enabled professional services organisation to recruit a Finance Manager based in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to work in a client-facing role, delivering a broad range of accounting and advisory services across a diverse client portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Provide a full range of accounting and finance services to a portfolio of clients, including management accounts, statutory reporting, and ad hoc projects.
• Lead and manage client relationships, acting as a trusted adviser and delivering tailored financial insights.
• Manage internal teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of finance services.
• Oversee one-off client projects, including system implementations, process reviews, and financial remediation exercises.
• Collaborate across teams and departments to ensure excellent client service and operational efficiency.
• Mentor and develop team members, identifying training needs and supporting professional growth.
• Actively identify opportunities to add value to clients and support business development initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Fully qualified accountant with experience in either practice or industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and familiarity with other local GAAPs.
• Experience managing client portfolios and delivering high-quality finance solutions.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams while managing multiple client engagements.
• Comfortable handling one-off finance projects and problem-solving complex business challenges.
• Proficient with cloud accounting software and other finance technologies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a growth mindset, with a focus on continuous learning.

About Sharp Consultancy

Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function.

How to apply

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.