Senior Accountant / Manager

Elevation Recruitment Group; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable accountancy practice is seeking a Senior Accountant/Manager for their Barnsley office. The role involves managing client portfolios, leading a team, and working towards future directorship. Ideal candidates will be ACA or ACCA qualified with a strong accounting background and the ability to provide exceptional client service. This position offers mentorship and a structured development plan to advance your career.

Qualifications

• Strong background in practice with ideally 3+ years PQE.
• Ability to actively manage workload.
• Experience in providing high quality accounting and advisory services.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients providing accounting and tax services.
• Co-lead and mentor a team of accountants.
• Contribute to business development and identify growth opportunities.
• Work closely with Directors to shape the firm's future.
• Ensure compliance and exceptional client service.

Skills

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Business development

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be working with a well-established and reputable Accountancy Practice that have several offices across South Yorkshire. This Senior Accountant / Manager role which will be based at their Barnsley offices.

This is a unique opportunity to join their firm as a Manager and have the potential and scope to work towards a future Directorship for the right individual.

As a Manager, you will play a vital role in overseeing client relationships, jointly managing a team, and driving the firm’s strategic goals. You will be given the support, mentorship, and structured development plan needed to progress your career.

Key responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients of varying size, providing high quality accounting, tax and advisory services
• Co‑leading and mentoring a team of accountants, ensuring their development and performance
• Contributing to business development, identifying opportunities for growth including group wide cross‑business referrals
• Working closely with the current Directors and Partners to shape the future of the firm
• Overseeing compliance and ensuring exceptional client service

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experiences:
• ACA or ACCA qualified with a strong background in practice (ideally 3+ years PQE)

Must be able to actively manage own workloads and take respon...