Manager and Senior Manager

Sutton McGrath Hartley Ltd; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent accountancy practice in Barnsley is seeking a Manager to oversee client relationships and lead a team. This role provides a structured pathway to Directorship for the right candidate. Responsibilities include managing a client portfolio, developing team members, and contributing to business development. The ideal candidate is ACA/ACCA qualified with 3+ years of PQE experience, ambitious, and possesses strong IT skills. Competitive salary up to £60,000 along with various benefits enhance the appeal of this opportunity.

Benefits

Salary up to £60,000

Full study support

37.5 hours per week with flexible options

25 holiday days plus bank holidays

Company pension

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Volunteering day

Payment of professional memberships

Cycle to work scheme

Referral commission scheme

Free parking

Monthly bonus

Social events and staff incentives

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a portfolio of mixed clients in accounts, tax, and advisory work.
• Ability to manage workloads and develop team members effectively.
• Ambition to step into leadership roles and clear career vision.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients, providing accounting and advisory services.
• Lead and mentor a team of accountants for their development.
• Identify opportunities for business growth and develop client relationships.
• Work with Directors to guide the future of the firm.
• Ensure compliance and exceptional client service.

Skills

Proactive

Organised

Forward-thinking

Self-motivated

Confident

Ambitious

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

3+ years PQE in accounting practice

Tools

Office 365

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

IRIS

Job description

Are you an ambitious accounting professional ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have the drive and leadership skills to shape the future of a growing accountancy practice? If so, this is a unique opportunity to join our firm as a Manager, with a clear and structured path to future Directorship for the right individual.

About Us

SMH Group is a multi‑disciplined professional services company which includes Chartered Accountants, Tax Advisers, Financial Planners and Legal professionals working across offices in Sheffield, Chesterfield, Barnsley, Rotherham, Wakefield, Leeds, Harrogate, Huddersfield, and Buxton.

We are a forward‑thinking accountancy practice dedicated to providing expert advice to a diverse client bank. Our commitment to excellence and client success has driven our growth, and we are now looking for a talented individual to join us at a senior level, with the potential to become a key leader in our Barnsley office.

The Role

As a Manager, you will play a vital role in overseeing client relationships, managing a team, and driving the firm’s strategic goals. You will be given the support, mentorship, and structured development plan needed to progress to Directorship for the right candidate.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a portfolio of clients, providing high quality accounting, tax and advisory services.
• Leading and mentoring a team of accountants, ensuring their development and performance.
• Contributing to business development, identifying opportunities for growth.
• Working closely with the current Directors and Partners to shape the future of the firm.
• Overseeing compliance and ensuring exceptional client service.

The Successful Candidate

The person:

• Proactive
• Organised
• Forward‑thinking
• Self‑motivated
• Confident
• Ambitious

Qualifications and Experience:

• ACA or ACCA qualified with a strong background in practice (ideally 3+ years PQE) as an experienced Manager, Senior Manager or Director.
• Must be able to actively manage own workloads and take responsibility for own and team members development.
• Ambition to step into a leadership role and a clear vision for your career progression.
• Must possess strong IT skills (Office 365, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks etc.)
• Must be fully adept with accounts preparation programs, preferably IRIS
• Proven ability in managing a portfolio of mixed clients, and business development in an environment where the emphasis was on accounts, tax and advisory work is a must.

What’s on offer:

The SMH Group believes in a culture where strong performance is recognised and rewarded, and as such, we constantly review salaries and discretionary bonuses. We also offer a range of other benefits depending on your role and responsibilities:

• Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience
• Full Study support if required (CTA)
• 37.5 hours per week. (With possibility of flexible working around core hours 10.30am – 4.00pm)
• Holiday entitlement of 25 holiday days per year plus bank holidays
• Company Aegon Pension (salary sacrifice option available)
• Health Cash Plan
• Life Assurance – 4x Salary
• Charity Work – 1 day paid volunteering a year
• Payment of professional memberships
• Cycle to work scheme
• Various other staff incentives and benefits
  • Commission based referral scheme
  • Google review reward
  • Birthday vouchers
  • Free parking or street parking at all sites
  • STAR Reward (monthly bonus)
  • Pay day lunch & dress down
  • Staff Discount scheme on Wills, LPA’s and Mortgages fee.
  • Free eye tests
  • Free fruit in the offices
  • Regular staff socials – topped off with a group wide annual staff Summer Do and Christmas Party.

This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to step into a role where your leadership, expertise, and vision will be recognised and rewarded. If you’re ready to take this exciting step, we’d love to hear from you.