Manager / Senior Manager

  • Inspire Resourcing Ltd
  • Barnsley, Yorkshire
  • Jan 27, 2026
Full time

Job Description

Are you an ambitious accounting professional ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have the leadership ability and commercial mindset to help shape the future of a growing accountancy practice? This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established firm at Manager level, with a clear and structured pathway to future Directorship for the right individual.

As Manager, you will be responsible for managing client relationships, leading a team, and supporting the wider strategic direction of the firm. You will work closely with Directors and Partners and receive structured support and mentorship toward future Directorship.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing a varied portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality accounting, tax, and advisory services
  • Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of accountants
  • Supporting business development and identifying opportunities for growth
  • Working closely with senior leadership on strategy and office development
  • Ensuring compliance and consistently high levels of client service

The Successful Candidate

You will be:

  • Proactive and organised
  • A confident and effective communicator
  • Forward-thinking and commercially aware
  • Self-motivated and ambitious

Qualifications & Experience:

  • ACA or ACCA qualified
  • Strong practice background with ideally 3+ years PQE
  • Experience operating at Manager, Senior Manager, or equivalent level
  • Proven ability to manage own workload and support team development
  • Strong IT skills (Office 365, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)
  • Fully competent with accounts preparation software (IRIS preferred)
  • Demonstrable experience managing a mixed client portfolio and contributing to business development