Job Title: Corporate Services Manager
Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Sector: Accountancy Practice (Audit & Accounts)
Agency: Skills Coalition (recruiting on behalf of client)
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Overview:
Our client, a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice, is seeking a Corporate Services Manager to join their growing team based in Bury St Edmunds. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ACA/ACCA qualified professional with strong audit and accounts experience to manage a portfolio of clients and mentor a team within a supportive and dynamic environment.
You’ll be working with a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, directors, and owner-managed businesses. This role combines technical delivery, client relationship management, and team leadership – ideal for someone looking to take their next step in practice management.
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Key Responsibilities:
* Manage a portfolio of audit and accounts clients, typically with turnovers ranging from £5m–£25m+
* Oversee the preparation of statutory accounts, corporate tax returns, management accounts, and audit files
* Attend client premises as required to understand operations and build relationships
* Supervise and review the work of junior staff, providing mentoring and guidance
* Take ownership of job budgets, billing, and compliance deadlines
* Identify and act on opportunities to provide additional services to clients
* Contribute to business development and represent the firm at networking events
* Participate in internal working groups and help shape best practice and service quality
* Play a hands-on role in recruitment, training, and performance management of team members
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About You:
* ACA or ACCA qualified, with a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience (recently qualified professionals with strong skills also considered for lower level roles)
* Experience in audit and accounts preparation within a UK practice environment
* Excellent knowledge of UK GAAP and financial reporting standards
* Confident communicating directly with clients and managing relationships
* Able to manage workloads and mentor junior colleagues
* Self-motivated, commercially aware, and keen to contribute to a collaborative team culture
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What’s on Offer:
* A varied and engaging role within a friendly and ambitious team
* Flexible working arrangements with the option to work from home when required
* Clear and supported progression pathway
* Opportunity to take on a sector specialism (e.g. Charities, Solicitors Accounts, Corporate Finance)
* Competitive salary, in line with experience and market rate
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Benefits Package Includes:
* Generous holiday allowance
* Paid study leave (if applicable) and professional subscriptions
* Flexible working arrangements (core hours and home working)
* Enhanced maternity and sick pay
* Life assurance and income protection
* Health Shield cashback plan (dental, optical, physiotherapy, etc.)
* Company pension (salary sacrifice scheme)
* Mental health support and wellbeing programme
* Team socials and fundraising events
* Structured support and development plan
Requirements
Audit
UK Accountancy Practice Experience