Senior Accounts Manager / Associate Director – Burnley, Hybrid Role
Location: Burnley, North West England
Employment Type: Full-time, Hybrid
Are you an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant looking to take the next step into a senior leadership role? Our forward-thinking North West accountancy practice is seeking a Senior Accounts Manager / Associate Director to lead teams, modernise processes, and drive business growth. This is a unique opportunity to shape strategy, implement digital solutions, and make a real impact on a dynamic practice.
Why Join Us?
* Career Progression: Clear path to Directorship and Regional Lead roles within a growing accounting practice.
* Impactful Work: Influence practice strategy, implement innovative accounting systems, and lead transformational change.
* Supportive Culture: Collaborative and inclusive environment with mentoring, training, and professional development opportunities.
* Competitive Package: Attractive salary, performance-based bonus, private healthcare, pension, life assurance, employee benefits, and 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
* Flexible Working: Hybrid approach promoting work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead & Develop Teams: Build and mentor high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and excellence.
* Modernise Processes: Implement digital accounting tools, automation, and AI solutions, challenging outdated practices.
* Client Portfolio Management: Deliver high-quality audit, accounts, and advisory services; nurture strong client relationships and add tangible value.
* Drive Business Growth: Identify new business opportunities, expand services to existing clients, and contribute to profitable practice growth.
* Strategic Input: Partner with Directors and Partners to define practice priorities, improve processes, and develop innovative services.
* Change Management: Lead the adoption of new systems, technologies, and modern workflows across teams.
Required Skills & Experience
* ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience in practice.
* Proven leadership and team management experience within an accountancy practice.
* Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify growth opportunities.
* Strategic thinker, balancing short-term operational needs with long-term business goals.
* Experience implementing digital tools, AI, and automation in accounting practices.
* Knowledge of the North West business landscape is highly advantageous.
Benefits
* Career Growth: Mentoring, training, and clear pathway to Directorship and Regional Lead roles.
* Competitive Remuneration: Salary, performance bonus, private healthcare, pension, life assurance, employee benefits, 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
* Flexible / Hybrid Working: Modern, results-focused approach.
* Inclusive Culture: Collaborative, supportive, and diverse working environment.
How to Apply
If you’re a motivated Senior Accounts Manager / Associate Director in Burnley ready to lead teams, implement modern accounting practices, and shape the future of a growing practice, we want to hear from you.
Contact: Amy Doumbia, Talent Partner
Phone: 07842 313 876
Email: amy@supreme-ss.com
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