Non Audit Manager - Accountancy Practice - #2119110

This is a well established, expanding independent accountancy and business advisory firm offering something genuinely different: a four-day working week with no reduction in salary.

They work with a broad range of owner managed businesses, SMEs and entrepreneurial clients, combining strong compliance work with proactive commercial advice. Continued investment in technology, people and culture has created a collaborative firm where client relationships and commercial thinking come first.

As part of their continued growth, they're looking for an experienced Practice Manager to lead a team within their Business Services department. This is a non-audit role offering broad exposure across client management, accounts, tax and people leadership, working closely with the senior leadership team.

Salary circa £50,000 - £55,000
Working pattern: 4 days per week for full pay

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing a varied portfolio of owner managed businesses, limited companies, partnerships and sole traders
• Reviewing statutory accounts under FRS 102 and FRS 105
• Overseeing corporation tax and personal tax return preparation and review
• Acting as the client's go-to contact, providing proactive and commercially minded advice
• Leading and developing a team of accountants, reviewing their work and supporting their development
• Managing workflow, deadlines and resourcing across the team
• Improving processes, efficiency and client service
• Building lasting client relationships and supporting business development through referrals and networking
• Working with Partners and Directors on advisory projects and more complex client matters

What You'll Bring

• ACA or ACCA qualification, or equivalent practice experience
• Experience managing a client portfolio within an accountancy practice
• Strong technical grounding in accounts preparation and taxation
• Experience reviewing work and developing junior team members
• A commercial approach and strong client relationship skills
• The confidence to deal directly with business owners and senior stakeholders

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced practice accountant looking for a management role with genuine responsibility, alongside the significant lifestyle benefit of working four days a week without sacrificing a day's pay.

IPS Finance has 45 years’ experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.