About the Role
Role: Practice Manager
Location: York
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 (DOE)
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well established independent firm of Chartered Accountants in York, playing a key role in the day to day running and ongoing development of the practice.
The firm offers a supportive and professional environment, with a strong reputation locally and a clear focus on delivering high quality client service. This role sits at the heart of the business, working closely with the Directors to ensure smooth operations, strong governance, and a positive team culture.
Benefits of the Practice Manager job include:
• Salary £45,000 to £55,000 depending on experience
• Discretionary annual bonus
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Enhanced employer pension contribution
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Funded CPD and professional subscriptions
• Cycle to work scheme and additional benefits
• Team events and volunteering opportunities
Responsibilities of the Practice Manager job include:
• Overseeing the day to day operations of the practice, ensuring efficient workflows across all departments
• Managing office administration, including premises, suppliers, health and safety, and business continuity
• Leading on all HR matters including recruitment, onboarding, appraisals, performance management, and staff development
• Supporting trainees and managing relationships with training providers
• Monitoring internal finances including WIP, billing, credit control, and monthly management accounts
• Working with Directors on budgeting, cashflow forecasting, and financial planning
• Overseeing IT systems and working with external providers to ensure systems are secure and effective
• Managing practice software and supporting adoption of new systems and processes
• Supporting client service delivery, including onboarding, engagement letters, and handling queries or complaints
• Leading on compliance, including AML, GDPR, and ICAEW regulatory requirements
• Supporting Practice Assurance visits and maintaining internal policies and procedures
Requirements of the Practice Manager job include:
• Previous experience in a senior administrative, operational, or practice management role
• Ideally experience within an accountancy practice or professional services environment
• Strong understanding of HR processes, employment law, and staff management
• Good financial awareness including billing, WIP, and credit control
• Knowledge of compliance areas such as AML and GDPR
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft 365 and practice software (e.g. CCH, Xero)
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with stakeholders at all levels
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Desirable experience:
• Experience within a previous practice accountancy
• Relevant qualification such as AAT, CIPD, or similar
• Experience supporting compliance functions such as MLRO
How to apply for the Practice Manager job:
If you’d like to find out more, please click APPLY or contact Elliot on
elliot@castleaccountancy.co.uk or 01723 347798 for further details.