Portfolio Manager
New Today
Sharp Consultancy are proud to be partnering with an award-winning, highly regarded accountancy practice to recruit an experienced Manager for their Thirsk office.
This is a perfect opportunity for an motivated Senior looking to make their first move into Management or an experienced Manager interested in a clear development pathway into a Directorship position.
The Role
As Manager, you will take responsibility for managing a portfolio of clients, ensuring all compliance and advisory work is delivered to the highest standards. You will act as a trusted advisor, building strong client relationships while overseeing workflow and supporting junior staff.
This is a hands‑on position requiring strong technical knowledge, leadership capability, and the confidence to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
Key Responsibilities
Working alongside a Director to take over and manage a portfolio of clients
Reviewing company, partnership and sole trader accounts
Reviewing VAT returns
Reviewing partnership and personal tax returns
Ensuring jobs are completed to a high standard and within deadlines
Training, supervising and supporting junior members of staff
Communicating effectively with clients and building long‑term relationships
Maintaining up‑to‑date technical knowledge of current accounting standards
Audit exposure is advantageous but not essential
About You
Significant experience within an accountancy practice environment
ACA / ACCA qualification or Qualified by Experience (QBE)
Strong technical knowledge of current accounting standards
Proficiency in Xero, Sage, QuickBooks and MS Office (CCH experience desirable)
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Strong leadership and mentoring ability
Confident communication skills with a client‑focused approach
A proactive, motivated and professional attitude
What’s on Offer
A starting salary up to £55,000
Hybrid working
25 + 8 days annual leave
Buy & Sell holidays
Gym membership
Private healthcare and pension
Onsite parking
Plus various additional employee / wellbeing benefits
Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e‑mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
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- Location:
- Thirsk
- Job Type:
- FullTime