Accounts & Business Advisory Assistant Manager

Location: Glasgow or Edinburgh (Hybrid / Dynamic Working)
Salary: Up to £48,000 + Benefits

Looking for a role where you can combine technical expertise, client impact, and genuine flexibility?

We’re working with a leading independent firm of Accountants and Business Advisors that’s expanding its Accounts & Business Advisory team across Scotland. They’re seeking an Assistant Manager who’s ready to step up and take ownership of a varied client portfolio — providing insightful advice, financial reporting, and commercial support to dynamic owner-managed and mid-market businesses.

This firm is known for its modern, people-first culture and commitment to dynamic working, allowing you to balance home and office life while progressing your career in a collaborative environment.

The Opportunity:

You’ll work directly with ambitious business owners and finance leaders, helping them make confident financial decisions and improve performance. From preparing management accounts and year-end financial statements to delivering business insights and supporting growth plans, you’ll play a key role in clients’ success.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Managing your own portfolio of clients across multiple sectors.
• Preparing and reviewing financial statements and management accounts.
• Providing proactive business advice on cashflow, profitability, and growth.
• Reviewing work of junior team members and supporting their development.
• Liaising directly with clients, building strong, trusted relationships.
• Assisting Partners with projects, forecasting, and advisory assignments.

About You:

• Professionally qualified (CA / ACCA or equivalent).
• Experience in accounts preparation and business advisory within practice.
• Commercially minded with strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confident managing client portfolios and mentoring junior staff.
• Interested in adding value beyond compliance and developing advisory expertise.

Why Join:

✅ Dynamic working – hybrid between home and Glasgow or Edinburgh offices.
✅ Engaging client base – entrepreneurial and fast-growing businesses.
✅ Progression opportunities – clear pathway to Manager level.
✅ Supportive, collaborative culture with Partner access and autonomy.
✅ Competitive salary up to £48,000 + benefits.

If you’re ready for a role that blends technical quality, client variety, and flexibility, this is an outstanding next step in your advisory career.

📩 Apply in confidence or email me at stuart@lusona.co.uk to schedule a call