Manager​/Senior Manager - Accounts

In a nutshell Are you ready to take the next step in your career with a role thats as dynamic as it is rewarding? In this hands-on, client-facing position, youll be a trusted advisor from day one, building meaningful relationships, delivering strategic insights, and helping entrepreneurial clients thrive. Youll help lead and mentor a talented team, contribute to their growth, and work across a diverse portfolio that keeps every day fresh and engaging.

Youll work closely with and be supported by Partners, giving you the opportunity to learn from senior leaders while building your own confidence and impact. With clear career progression, exposure to a wide range of accounting, tax, and commercial challenges, and a supportive, forward-thinking environment, this is more than just a job, its a chance to shape your future. What makes this role special:
Client-Facing from Day One Build trust and deliver value to a wide range of ambitious clients Leadership Opportunity Inspire and guide junior team members while developing your own leadership style Career Growth Enjoy structured progression, ongoing learning, and the chance to make your mark Variety & Impact No two days are the same. You ll be solving real problems and making a tangible difference Were a people-first firm that values initiative, collaboration, and authenticity.

Youll be supported, challenged, and empowered to grow professionally and personally. If youre looking for a role where your ideas are heard, your work is valued, and your career can flourish, wed love to hear from you. What you'll be doing day to day Youll work with entrepreneurial clients, providing guidance and support as their trusted advisor. Your key responsibilities include:
Leading client relationships Monitoring budgets, time, and expenses Reviewing working papers, accounts, and tax compliance Offering tax, accounting, and commercial advice Resolving accounting and tax issues Ensuring compliance with firm standards Maintaining long-term client relationships through effective communication Discussing significant findings with the engagement Partner Identifying opportunities to offer additional services to clients About you ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent) or qualified by experience, with relevant experience in a similar role

Experience of managing a portfolio of clients and assisting partners in maintaining client relationships Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and tax compliance Proven background supervising a team of accounts staff Organised, accurate, flexible and able to plan use of time efficiently Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with both clients, team members and colleagues, with the aptitude to quickly build rapport Excellent written and oral communication skills Why work at PKF Francis Clark As the largest firm of independent chartered accountants and business advisers in South West England, PKF Francis Clark offers a wide range of opportunities to develop your career in the way thats right for you.

Established in 1919, weve grown to nearly 1,000 people across offices in Bristol, Exeter, Plymouth, Poole, Salisbury, Southampton, Taunton, Torquay and Truro. Our size means we can offer ambitious work with exciting clients and a friendly, supportive culture. We want you to belong, be yourself and do your best work as part of a forward-thinking team, with a flexible approach to hybrid working and a strong focus on wellbeing, learning and development.

For the past four years, PKF Francis Clark has been certified as a Great Place to Work and ranked among the UKs Best Workplaces, rising to 6th out of 100 large organisations. Were a top 10 Best Workplace for Women, as well as being ranked for Wellbeing, Development, and Consulting and Professional Services. These rankings are compiled by Great Place to Work, based on confidential, independent feedback from our people.

In addition, were one of The Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers. Being a Certified B Corp means were held to high standards for environmental and social performance. Were independently assessed to ensure we support our people, act responsibly and make long-term…