Senior Manager

Reference: 4778402Job ID: 5404392Posted: 2026-07-13Closing date: 2026-10-11Location: BristolSalary: 65,000 - 75,000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Accountancy Firms / Public Practice AccountingCompany: HaysConsultant: Nic CowleyHays office: Bristol — 2nd Floor, 3 Temple Quay, Temple Back EastPhone: 07872158558Email: nic.cowley@hays.comAn ambitious accountancy practice are looking to appoint a commercially minded Senior Manager. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of clients, developing team members, and supporting Partners in driving the continued growth of the firm.Your new roleManage a substantial portfolio of business and personal tax clients.Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.Lead client meetings and provide proactive business advice.Review accounts, tax returns, management accounts, and statutory reporting.Ensure compliance with regulatory and professional standards.Manage, mentor, and develop Managers, Assistant Managers, and trainees.Conduct performance reviews and support career development plans.Provide technical guidance and coaching across the team.Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture.Identify opportunities to expand services within existing client relationships.Contribute to the firm's growth strategy and revenue targets.Monitor workflow, budgets, recoverability, and WIP.Ensure assignments are completed efficiently and within deadlines.Support the Partners with practice management initiatives.Drive process improvements and efficiencies across the department.What you'll need to succeedACA / ACCA qualified.Significant experience within an accountancy practice environment.Proven experience managing a portfolio of clients.Strong technical accounting and tax knowledge.Experience leading and developing teams.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.Commercially aware and client-focused approach.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4778402 - Nic Cowley