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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