Accounts & Business Services - Manager (Newcastle)

Ambition UK is recruiting on behalf of a Top 40 UK accountancy and advisory firm seeking an Accounts & Business Services Manager to help build and lead their growing Newcastle pod. This is a high-impact leadership role with real autonomy - ideal for an experienced portfolio manager ready to shape a team, drive performance, and influence regional growth. The Role You will: Lead delivery of management accounts, VAT, and year-end compliance work Review and sign off outputs, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance Manage and grow a profitable client portfolio Act as the primary strategic advisor to your clients Monitor WIP, billing, and profitability Develop, coach, and performance-manage your pod Drive operational efficiency and process improvement You'll balance hands-on technical expertise with strategic oversight and team leadership. About You 6+ years' experience in Accounts & Business Services 3+ years in a managerial role Proven experience managing and growing a portfolio ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent) Commercially aware with strong client relationship skills Confident leading and developing high-performing teams