Business Advisory Manager

Business Advisory Manager – Leading Independent Firm – Edinburgh

Are you an ambitious accounting professional looking to step into a managerial role where you can lead your own client portfolio, or an experienced manager seeking a dynamic environment with clear progression pathways? This is a compelling opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking practice where you can act as a true trusted adviser and make a lasting impact.

This Independent Firm of Accountants is a highly progressive and expanding practice with a strong presence across Scotland. Known for embracing digital transformation and innovative client solutions, the firm delivers full-service advisory and compliance support to a diverse clientele, including extensive work within landed estates, Owner-Managed Businesses (OMBs), and SMEs. The firm promotes a highly collaborative, social, and supportive regional structure that empowers professionals to continuously develop their technical skills and realise their full potential.

As a Business Advisory Manager, you will:

Plan and manage the timely and profitable completion of a diverse portfolio of client work, including year-end accounts, management accounts, budgets, and forecasts.
Review the work of assistants and seniors, providing constructive feedback and coaching to foster team growth and technical development.
Engage and consult actively with specialist teams across corporate tax, personal tax, and VAT to coordinate high-value advisory projects and identify cross-selling opportunities.
Oversee key portfolio management duties, including client onboarding, fee preparation, WIP monitoring, and debt management.

As the successful candidate you will:

Hold a professional qualification such as ICAS, ACCA, or a recognised equivalent.
Demonstrate relevant experience in public practice managing or reviewing accounts preparation and tax compliance workflows.
Possess strong proficiency in modern cloud accounting systems, tax software packages, and digital advisory tools.

What You’ll Receive

Competitive salary package
Clear structure for succession planning and future potential to directly manage your own client list
Hybrid working

At Austin Rose, we specialise in Public Practice recruitment and use our market insight to support professionals in securing roles aligned with their long-term ambitions.

#publicpractice #acca #accountancyfirms #edinburghjobs

Apply Now Shortlist Back to Results