Senior Manager, Accounts and Business Advisory
Full-time
Glasgow | UK
£58,000 - £70,000 plus bonus, pension and additional benefits
If you're an experienced Accounts Manager or Senior Manager looking for greater autonomy, more meaningful client relationships and the opportunity to influence how a team operates, this could be an excellent next move. You'll have the freedom to take ownership of your own portfolio, work directly with business owners and develop your career in an environment where your contribution is recognised.
This role offers an attractive balance of technical responsibility, commercial advisory work and people leadership. You'll work with a diverse range of privately owned businesses, helping clients navigate financial and operational challenges while building relationships that extend well beyond the preparation of annual accounts.
You'll also have the opportunity to develop your leadership experience, contribute to improving how services are delivered and take on greater responsibility as your career progresses. With hybrid working, approachable senior colleagues and a strong emphasis on professional development, you'll have the support and flexibility to make a meaningful impact.
What you'll do
You'll take responsibility for a varied portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients, overseeing the preparation and review of statutory accounts, management accounts, VAT returns and other financial reporting requirements. You'll act as a key point of contact for clients, providing practical advice and helping them make informed commercial decisions.
Working alongside experienced colleagues, you'll support clients with wider accounting, tax and business advisory matters, identifying opportunities to provide additional value as their businesses develop. You'll also oversee workflow, review the work of junior colleagues and help develop the technical and client management capabilities of the wider team.
Beyond day-to-day delivery, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to operational improvements, strengthen client relationships and support the ongoing development of the service offering.
What you'll need
- ACA, ACCA or qualified by experience (QBE)
- Strong experience within an accountancy practice environment, ideally at Manager or Senior Manager level
- Experience managing a portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients
- Excellent knowledge of statutory accounts preparation, management accounts and associated compliance requirements
- Experience reviewing work and supervising or mentoring junior colleagues
- Confidence communicating directly with business owners and providing commercially focused advice
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing client deadlines
- A proactive, collaborative approach and the ambition to continue developing your career
Experience using accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks or IRIS would be advantageous.
About the company
You'll be joining an established independent accountancy and business advisory practice with a strong client base across a variety of industries. The firm provides a broad range of accounting, tax and advisory services, working closely with privately owned businesses to support their financial and commercial objectives.
The working environment is professional, collaborative and focused on delivering a high standard of client service without unnecessary layers of hierarchy. You'll benefit from direct access to experienced colleagues, opportunities to broaden your technical and advisory expertise, and the flexibility to develop your career around your individual strengths and ambitions.
With a competitive salary of £58,000 to £70,000, depending on experience, hybrid working and a benefits package, this is an attractive opportunity for an established practice professional looking for greater responsibility and long-term career development.