Senior Accounts Manager / Associate Director

📍 North West | Full-Time | General Practice | Hybrid Working

This isn’t a “steady state” role. This is a senior leadership opportunity for someone who wants to shape a practice, develop people, modernise systems, and drive meaningful growth.

You’ll step into a key position within a well-established practice that’s ready for its next phase. There’s a strong foundation in place — now the focus is on evolving processes, embracing technology (including automation and AI), and sharpening the commercial edge. A clear pathway to Directorship is in place, with full support along the way.

What You’ll Do

Lead & Develop

• Lead, mentor, and develop a growing team

• Embed high standards, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement

• Invest in people development and succession planning

Modernise & Improve

• Drive improvements in systems, processes, and ways of working

• Champion digital adoption, automation, and smarter workflows

• Challenge “how things have always been done” in a constructive way

Client Portfolio Leadership

• Manage a diverse portfolio across accounts, audit, and advisory

• Build strong, trusted client relationships

• Identify opportunities to add value and deepen client engagement

Drive Growth

• Spot and deliver commercial opportunities

• Develop new business and expand services within existing clients

• Contribute directly to profitable, sustainable growth

Strategic Input & Change Leadership

• Work closely with Directors and Partners on practice-wide strategy

• Lead change initiatives and bring teams with you on the journey

• Help shape future service lines and regional priorities

What We’re Looking For

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)

• Strong post-qualification experience within practice

• Proven leadership and people management experience

• Commercially astute with a growth mindset

• Strategic thinker who balances short-term delivery with long-term vision

• Digitally minded, with exposure to automation or tech-led improvements

• Knowledge of the North West business landscape is advantageous

What’s on Offer

• Clear, structured pathway to Directorship (and Regional Lead in time)

• A genuinely influential role with visibility and impact

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

• Private healthcare

• Pension and life assurance

• Employee benefits and retail discounts scheme

• Hybrid and flexible working

• Supportive, collaborative culture that values openness and accountability

The Reality

This is a practice in evolution, not perfection. If you’re excited by the challenge of leading change — with the backing, investment, and support to do it properly — this role offers a rare opportunity to leave a lasting mark.

Apply Today

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