Practice Senior Manager (Accounts and Tax)

Company: TipTopJob
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Location: Highweek
Job Description:

Newton Abbot, Devon : Hybrid working available after probation

Permanent Full:time

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications

About The Opportunity

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of our client, a well:established accountancy practice based in Newton Abbot, who are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Manager. With an average employee tenure of 8 years, the business prides itself on its positive culture, stability, and team focused environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountancy professional to take on a senior leadership role within a highly respected and supportive practice. Working closely with a Partner, you will oversee a varied portfolio of clients, provide expert tax and business advice, and play a key role in developing both client relationships and the wider team.

The role offers significant responsibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to contribute to the future growth of the business, with a potential pathway to Partnership for the right individual.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and review client files and portfolios, ensuring work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines
  • Ensure client work is prepared and ready for final Partner sign:off
  • Provide tax advice across a range of areas including income tax, corporation tax, and capital taxes
  • Attend client meetings independently or alongside a Partner
  • Prepare and review documentation for client meetings, ensuring information is accurate and delivered in a timely manner
  • Undertake specialist and ad:hoc project work as required
  • Assist with workflow management, delegation, and resource planning across the team
  • Set, monitor, and review budgets for client assignments
  • Raise and review client invoices, including additional and specialist work undertaken
  • Regularly review client fee structures and report recommendations to the Partner
  • Monitor and resolve client and employee queries efficiently and professionally
  • Support the continuous development, coaching, and training of team members
  • Conduct performance reviews in line with company policies
  • Drive process improvements and support the implementation of business changes
  • Maintain accurate records, timesheets, and documentation
  • Keep up to date with regulatory, compliance, and legislative changes affecting clients and the practice
  • Report any issues that may impact the business or clients to the Partners promptly
  • Provide cover for Partners when required
  • Participate in business development and client growth initiatives

About You

You will be a highly motivated and technically strong accountancy professional with significant practice experience and a passion for delivering outstanding client service.

You will enjoy building long:term relationships, mentoring colleagues, and working closely with clients to support their business success.

Essential Qualifications

  • ACA or ACCA qualified
  • Minimum of 5 years post:qualification experience
  • Experience working within an accountancy practice environment
  • Strong background in accounts preparation, business and corporate taxation
  • Management and team leadership experience
  • Excellent client relationship management skills
  • Strong knowledge of accounting software including Sage, QuickBooks, and Xero
  • Experience using accounts production software such as CCH
  • Proficient in Microsoft

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Posted: June 12th, 2026