Business Advisory Manager

Business Advisory Manager

Location: Aberdeen, city centre
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

The Opportunity

We are working with a well-established independent accountancy and advisory firm based in Aberdeen, who are looking to appoint an experienced Business Advisory Manager to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant to take ownership of a varied client portfolio, lead and develop a team, and play a key role in delivering high-quality accounts, compliance and advisory services.

You will work closely with clients and senior management, building strong relationships while identifying opportunities to provide valuable financial and business advice.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of accounts and compliance clients, taking responsibility for quality, delivery and client relationships.
• Oversee the preparation, review and sign-off of statutory accounts, management accounts and VAT returns.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, leading year-end meetings and providing financial guidance.
• Provide technical support on UK GAAP, FRS 102 and relevant accounting standards.
• Lead, manage and develop a team of assistant managers, senior analysts and trainees.
• Review work, conduct performance discussions and support professional development.
• Manage team workloads, resources and deadlines.
• Take responsibility for WIP, billing, fee budgets and recovery.
• Identify opportunities to develop client relationships and introduce additional advisory services.
• Ensure compliance with AML, GDPR and professional standards.

About You

• A fully qualified ACA, ACCA or CA qualification.
• Typically four to six years' post-qualification experience within an accountancy practice.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102 and statutory accounts.
• Experience managing a client portfolio and overseeing accounts and compliance work.
• Good knowledge of VAT, tax and wider compliance requirements.
• Experience leading and developing accounting teams.
• Strong commercial awareness, including WIP and billing management.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.

Experience with CCH, Retain, Microsoft 365 and cloud accounting platforms such as Xero, QuickBooks or FreeAgent would be advantageous. ATT qualification is also desirable.

What's on Offer?

• The opportunity to join a respected and established independent accountancy firm.
• A varied client portfolio and interesting advisory work.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• The opportunity to lead and develop a team while contributing to the growth of the business.

Interested?
If you're an experienced accounting professional looking for your next career move, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch for a confidential chat or apply today.

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