Accounts Senior Manager

Newcastle upon Tyne Permanent £55,000 - £65,000 per year View Job Description
This role offers an excellent opportunity for career progression within a supportive and collaborative environment. You'll work directly with Partners while managing your own diverse portfolio of clients and developing a talented team of professionals.
  • One of the North East's leading independent firms
  • Non-Audit Opportunity

About Our Client

This Accountancy practice is one of the North East's leading independent firms of chartered accountants, tax and business advisors. With a rich heritage spanning over 100 years and a forward-thinking approach, they provide exceptional service to a diverse client base ranging from owner-managed businesses to large corporates across multiple sectors.

Job Description

  • Manage a varied portfolio of clients across different sectors, serving as their primary point of contact for accounting and business advisory services
  • Oversee the preparation of statutory accounts, management accounts, and financial reports for SMEs and larger corporate clients
  • Lead client meetings, identify business improvement opportunities, and provide strategic financial advice
  • Manage, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals, overseeing workflow and ensuring high-quality service delivery
  • Contribute to practice development through identifying new service opportunities and supporting business development initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality procedures
  • Work closely with Partners on complex client matters and special projects



The Successful Applicant

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience
  • Demonstrable experience at Manager level within a practice environment
  • Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and financial reporting requirements
  • Excellent client relationship management skills with the ability to build trust and rapport
  • Team leadership experience with proven ability to develop others
  • Commercial awareness and the ability to provide value-added advice to clients
  • Experience with accounting software packages including Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications (£55,000-£65,000)
  • Clear pathway to Director/Partner level for ambitious candidates
  • Performance-related bonus scheme
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Hybrid working options with flexible hours
  • Comprehensive benefits package including pension, healthcare, and wellbeing support
  • Structured CPD and professional development programme
  • Regular social events and team activities
  • Life Insurance and private medical insurance
  • Enhanced maternity pay
  • Free parking



Contact
Katie Baxter (nee Carew)
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6672459
Phone number
+44 161 829 0439

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Accounts Other
Sector
Business Services
Location
Newcastle upon Tyne
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Katie Baxter (nee Carew)
Consultant phone
+44 161 829 0439
Job reference
JN-022025-6672459