Senior Manager – Accounting Services

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced practice accountant to join a well-established and highly regarded accountancy firm in Naas as Senior Manager – Accounting Services. This is a key leadership appointment, offering responsibility for an established portfolio of owner-managed businesses, the opportunity to mentor and develop a talented team, and the autonomy to influence how accounting services are delivered across the practice. Working closely with the Partners, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the firm while building long-term client relationships. If you are looking for a position that combines technical expertise, commercial leadership and genuine career progression, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

The Role:

Manage a substantial portfolio of audit-exempt companies, sole traders and owner-managed businesses.
Act as the senior point of contact for clients.
Oversee the preparation and review of annual financial statements and associated tax compliance work.
Manage, supervise and develop qualified and trainee accountants.
Ensure work is properly planned, allocated, reviewed and completed within agreed deadlines.
Identify and resolve accounting, taxation and commercial issues.
Monitor budgets, recoverability and fee levels across the portfolio.
Support the transition of client relationships from the retiring Senior Manager.
Help improve and standardise how accounting services are delivered across the firm.
Participate as a senior member of the firm’s management team.

Desired Attributes / Qualifications:

ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent qualification.
Ideally 7+ years post-qualification experience in an Irish accountancy practice.
Strong experience managing a portfolio of owner-managed businesses.
Significant experience preparing and reviewing accounts for audit-exempt companies and sole traders.
Good knowledge of Irish corporation tax and income tax compliance.
Experience managing and developing staff.
Strong client relationship and communication skills.
The confidence to make decisions and operate with limited partner involvement.
Strong IT skills, including a high level of competence in Excel, and the ability to use accounting and practice management software effectively.
A practical, commercially aware and solutions focused approach.

Experience at Senior Manager, Associate Director or Director level would be particularly relevant.

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