Accounts Assistant Manager / Manager

Location Kendal
Discipline: Public Practice
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Laura

Contact email: laura@sirecruitment.com
Job ref: 23952
Published: 22 days ago

​Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager

Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Location: Kendal (Hybrid & Flexible Working Available)

An established and expanding accountancy practice is looking to recruit a Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager to join its growing team. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced practice professional who enjoys managing client relationships, developing people and overseeing a varied portfolio of businesses.

Whether you're an experienced Assistant Manager ready to progress or an established Manager looking for your next challenge, this role offers genuine career development, exposure to a broad client base and the chance to play a key role within a collaborative and ambitious practice.

The Role

  • Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring accounts and business services assignments are delivered to a consistently high standard.

  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing proactive support and building long-term professional relationships.

  • Review accounts preparation work and provide technical guidance to junior team members.

  • Plan assignments, allocate work effectively and monitor progress to ensure budgets and deadlines are achieved.

  • Support and mentor Business Services staff, helping to develop their technical knowledge and professional skills.

  • Work closely with senior leadership to manage workflow and ensure excellent client service.

  • Identify opportunities to improve internal processes and contribute to the continued development of the department.

  • Assist with business development by identifying opportunities to strengthen existing client relationships and support the growth of the practice.

  • Ensure work is completed in accordance with current accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

About You

  • ACA, ACCA or ICAS qualified.

  • Previous experience working within an accountancy practice in a Business Services or Accounts role.

  • Experience managing a portfolio of clients and overseeing multiple assignments.

  • Strong leadership skills with experience supporting and developing junior team members.

  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

  • Commercially aware with a strong focus on delivering an exceptional client experience.

  • Confident communicator with the ability to build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues.

  • Proactive, solutions-focused and committed to maintaining high professional standards.

  • A full UK driving licence would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package.

  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

  • Company pension scheme with life assurance.

  • Generous annual leave, with the option to purchase additional holiday.

  • Health and wellbeing benefits, including an employee assistance programme.

  • Paid professional subscriptions and ongoing CPD support.

  • Structured career development with genuine opportunities to progress into senior leadership.

  • A supportive, collaborative culture where your ideas and contribution are valued.

  • The opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients across a wide range of industries.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Business Services Assistant Manager or Manager looking to join a progressive accountancy practice that offers variety, autonomy and genuine long-term career progression within a supportive and forward-thinking team.