Senior Manager

Description:

Senior Manager – Job Specification

Location: South of Cornwall

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially minded Senior Manager to join a well-established and growing accountancy practice South of Cornwall. This role is suited to an ambitious professional looking to take on a key leadership position within a collaborative and forward-thinking firm.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing client relationships, overseeing a varied portfolio, supporting the development of junior staff, and contributing to the continued growth of the practice.

Key Responsibilities

Managing a diverse portfolio of clients including limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships

Reviewing statutory accounts, management accounts, and tax returns

Providing business advisory and strategic support to clients

Leading and mentoring junior and senior members of the team

Building and maintaining strong long-term client relationships

Supporting business development activities and identifying growth opportunities

Ensuring compliance with accounting and tax regulations

Liaising with HMRC and other professional bodies where required

Managing workflow, deadlines, and team performance effectively

Assisting Partners with operational and strategic initiatives

Candidate Requirements

ACA / ACCA / CTA qualified (or equivalent)

Significant experience within accountancy practice

Strong technical knowledge across accounts and taxation

Proven experience managing client portfolios

Excellent leadership and people management skills

Commercially aware with strong problem-solving ability

Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Experience reviewing work and developing junior staff

Desirable Experience

Business advisory exposure

Practice development or business development involvement

Experience working with cloud-based accounting software including Xero and QuickBooks

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package

Clear progression opportunities

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Flexible working options

Ongoing professional development

Opportunity to play a key role within a growing firm

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