Supervisor/Junior Manager | Pathway to Manager

Hybrid & Flexible Working | Public Practice | Southeast

Ready to take the next step into leadership without giving up the technical work you enjoy?

Our client, a well-established public practice accounting firm, is seeking an experienced Accountant ready to step into a Supervisor / Junior Manager position. Reporting directly to a Manager and leading a small team, this role has been designed as a genuine pathway to Manager while allowing you to continue developing your technical expertise and client relationships.

This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who enjoys technical work but is ready to build leadership skills, develop a team, and gain greater ownership of workflow, client management, and business advisory exposure.

What's on Offer?

• Genuine pathway to Manager
• Hybrid working arrangement and flexible hours
• Direct mentoring and coaching from an experienced Manager
• Lead and develop a small team
• Own client relationships and workflow management
• Continue building your technical expertise
• Exposure to advisory work and senior leadership
• Supportive and collaborative team culture

The Opportunity

As Supervisor, you'll bridge the gap between Senior Accountant and Manager, combining hands-on technical delivery with people leadership responsibilities. You'll play a key role in supporting junior team members, managing workflow, and ensuring quality client outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing financial statements and tax compliance work prepared by junior team members
• Coordinating workflow, deadlines, and team capacity
• Managing client relationships and acting as a trusted point of contact
• Coaching and mentoring junior accountants
• Managing your own portfolio of client work
• Monitoring WIP and identifying scope or billing concerns
• Supporting onboarding and maintaining quality standards across the team

About You

To be successful, you'll ideally bring:

• 3-7 years' experience within public practice accounting
• Strong technical skills across tax and compliance
• CA or CPA qualification (or currently working towards)
• Experience reviewing work and providing constructive feedback
• Strong communication and client relationship skills
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• A genuine desire to progress into leadership and management roles

Why This Role?

Many firms talk about progression. This opportunity has been specifically designed as the bridge between Senior Accountant and Manager.

You'll gain real leadership experience, develop your people management skills, strengthen your client relationships, and receive ongoing mentoring from experienced leaders who are invested in your long-term success. At the same time, you'll continue building your technical capability and advisory exposure in a flexible and supportive environment.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and build a genuine pathway to Manager, we'd love to hear from you. Contact Georgie at info@femedgesolutions.com.