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Corporate Services Manager

Job reference

ARJ19306

Salary

Location

Bury St Edmunds

Industry sector

Accounting, Finance

Job type

Permanent | Full Time

Job start date

ASAP

Posted date

06/03/2026

Closing date

06/04/2026

Corporate Services Manager +ndash; 13 Partner Firm +ndash; Bury St Edmunds

Are you an experienced Corporate Services Manager who thrives on leading client portfolios, strengthening relationships, and spotting opportunities to drive growth? If you+rsquo;re ready to make an impact in a growing Bury St Edmunds practice, this could be your next big step.

Our client is a well-established, reputable firm of chartered accountants in Bury St Edmunds, known for delivering high-quality audit, tax and advisory services. With a strong regional presence and a client-focused, partner-led approach, they are recognised for professionalism, reliability and long-standing relationships.

Corporate Services Manager responsibilities will include:

Manage a portfolio of corporate clients, delivering timely, high-quality audit, accounting and compliance services.

Oversee audit assignments from planning to completion, including reviewing files, managing budgets, and finalising work for Partner review.

Handle complex accounting tasks such as consolidations, company secretarial responsibilities, and preparing client budgets and billing.

Maintain up-to-date audit technical knowledge and contribute to the firm+rsquo;s Audit Working Group.

Build strong client relationships, identify additional service opportunities, support marketing activities, and represent the firm at networking events.

Lead, mentor, train and review work of junior staff, ensuring quality standards, effective communication, and ongoing development.

Manage performance processes including appraisals, holiday/sickness monitoring, and fostering a positive, motivated team culture.

Support Partners as needed, complete administrative tasks, attend manager meetings, and demonstrate strong time-management and ability to work under pressure.

As a Corporate Services Manager you will be/have:

ACA or ACCA Qualified

Over 3 years+rsquo; post-qualified experience

Experienced in managing a portfolio of audit and accounts clients

Demonstrate the ability to manage and develop a team of staff

In return, as a Corporate Services Manager, you will receive:

Generous annual leave

We support your continued development including attending training courses, webinars, leadership, management development and continuing professional development programmes

Flexible working is encouraged and regularly reviewed

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Life assurance

Paid study leave

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