Head of Business Services

Business Services Manager Location: Wakefield

Salary: £70,000

Independent Accountancy Practice Overview An established independent accountancy practice in Wakefield is seeking a Business Services Manager to take ownership of a substantial client portfolio and lead a key function within the firm.

This is a leadership-facing role offering direct involvement in the development and direction of the business services team. It will suit an experienced Manager in a larger firm looking for broader responsibility and visibility, or a Senior Manager in a smaller practice seeking a more defined leadership position. The Role

Manage a portfolio of non-audit clients with turnover up to £10m

Oversee delivery of statutory accounts, management accounts, and advisory work

Lead, structure, and develop a team of approximately 12 staff

Take ownership of the payroll function, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency

Act as the primary relationship lead for clients, providing commercially focused support

Work closely with partners on resourcing, workflow management, and service delivery standards

Contribute to operational and strategic decisions within the wider leadership team

The Candidate

ACA / ACCA qualified

Strong general practice background within business services (non-audit)

Experience managing a client portfolio and reviewing work to a high standard

Proven team leadership experience, ideally managing multiple levels of staff

Commercially aware with the confidence to engage SME clients directly

Exposure to payroll oversight or management is advantageous

Positioning

£70,000 reflects a senior Manager / emerging leadership level within an independent firm

Offers broader scope and influence than equivalent roles in larger practices

Clear involvement in leadership decisions without the constraints of a highly layered structure

Suited to individuals seeking autonomy, accountability, and progression into senior leadership