Senior Manager - Accounts

Senior Manager
- Accounts Poole
- Hybrid Working
- Clear Route to Senior Leadership If you're an experienced Manager or Senior Manager looking for more than just portfolio management, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. I'm working with a highly respected and growing accountancy and business advisory firm that's built an excellent reputation for developing its people and promoting from within. They're looking to appoint an ambitious Senior Manager who enjoys building lasting client relationships, leading teams and making a genuine commercial impact.

This is a visible role within the business where you'll work closely with Partners, influence the development of your team and play an active part in the firm's continued growth. It's an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to combine technical expertise with leadership and advisory responsibilities, while benefiting from a clear pathway towards Director. The Opportunity You'll manage a diverse portfolio of entrepreneurial businesses, acting as a trusted adviser to business owners and senior stakeholders.

Rather than simply overseeing compliance work, you'll be involved in helping clients make informed commercial decisions while supporting the continued development of your team. You'll have regular access to Partners, giving you the opportunity to contribute ideas, broaden your commercial knowledge and continue developing your own leadership style. What You'll Be Doing Managing a portfolio of owner-managed businesses across a variety of sectors.

Acting as the main point of contact and trusted adviser for your clients. Reviewing statutory accounts, tax compliance and management information prepared by the wider team. Leading, mentoring and developing junior managers and accountants. Ensuring assignments are delivered efficiently, on time and to the highest technical standards. Supporting Partners with client strategy and complex advisory matters. Identifying opportunities to introduce additional services and strengthen existing client relationships.

Playing an active role in networking and business development initiatives. Monitoring budgets, profitability and overall portfolio performance. About You You'll ideally be ACA or ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience) with a strong background in UK accountancy practice and previous experience managing client portfolios. You'll also bring:
Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams. Strong accounts and tax review experience. Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management skills. Commercial awareness with a genuine interest in business development. The confidence to mentor others and build long-term client partnerships. Excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills. What's On Offer? Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Hybrid and flexible working. A genuinely supportive, collaborative and people-focused culture.

Clear progression towards Senior Leadership and Director level. Direct access to experienced Partners and involvement in strategic decision-making. Exposure to an excellent portfolio of entrepreneurial and growing businesses. Ongoing investment in leadership and professional development. Enhanced pension, life assurance and income protection. Health cash plan and comprehensive wellbeing support. Enhanced family-friendly benefits. Additional holiday purchase scheme. Paid volunteering day. Retail discounts and lifestyle benefits.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Manager or Senior Manager who enjoys working closely with clients, developing people and helping shape the future of a growing firm. If you're ready for a role that offers genuine autonomy, long-term progression and the chance to make a real impact, I'd be delighted to have a confidential conversation.