Senior Practice Manager at Ascendant

Position Senior Practice Manager
Posted 08 May 2026
Expired 07 Jun 2026
Company Ascendant
Location Sheffield | GB
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Job Info

Location: Sheffield S10

Working hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 – 18:00

Annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays

Salary: up to £60,000 per annum dependent on experience

Bonus: Annual Performance-related Equity:

Company share scheme, (subject to scheme rules/eligibility)

About Us

Ascendant is a UK group with offices nationwide, in London, Milton Keynes and Yorkshire. This role is part of Nunns Accounting Services ltd, a long established firm which makes up Ascendant’s Yorkshire region. We are on a significant growth drive over the next 3–5 years, and this is a newly created senior role designed to strengthen leadership at site level and drive consistent operational excellence as we grow.

Our purpose is to redefine what people can expect from accountants, rebooting the accounting industry. We make accounting faster, easier and more useful for growing businesses, using smart tech and delivering straight-talking advice, to help business owners make better decisions and move forward with confidence. We believe in always looking for a better way, challenging the status quo.

Role Description

This is a senior leadership role responsible for the full site and day-to-day delivery across Client, People, Operations, and Compliance. You will lead the team, maintain and grow client relationships, and ensure high standards of quality, governance, and performance. You will report to the Operations Director and will be expected to lead by example, embed the company values, and deliver a high-performing, client-first practice.

Qualifications and Experience

  • ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (essential).
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a UK accountancy practice.
  • Demonstrable leadership experience (team management, coaching, performance management).
  • Strong working knowledge of UK GAAP, Companies Act requirements, and HMRC compliance

Required Skills

  • Proven ability to lead and develop teams in a practice environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication (English), with the ability to explain financial matters clearly to non-finance clients.
  • Strong client relationship management and stakeholder handling.
  • Proficiency with modern accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
  • High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise effectively.
  • Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information.
  • Forward-thinking, motivated, and self-sufficient—able to lead beyond the numbers

Equal Opportunities

Ascendant Accountants is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background

Job Info:

  • Company: Ascendant
  • Position: Senior Practice Manager
  • Work Location: Sheffield
  • Country: GB

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