Business Advisory Manager

Consulting & Corporate Strategy
Glasgow
May 15, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

We are looking for a Manager to join our Business Advisory team in Glasgow.

Job Purpose

We are looking to recruit a Manager to work closely with our Client Relationship Managers, who will be responsible for the completion and review of work from an allocated portfolio of clients operating in a wide variety of sectors, including food & drink, rural, technology, oil & gas and construction.

This role would be ideal for a candidate looking to take the next step in their career. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to join a growing Firm with the future potential of managing their own client list.

Responsibilities

  • Planning and managing the timely and profitable completion of a portfolio of client work, which may include year-end and management accounts, corporate and personal tax returns, VAT returns, budgets and forecasts for selected clients, liaising with Client Relationship Managers and Specialists across the business where required
  • Review of assistants/seniors’ work, providing feedback and coaching thereon
  • Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, contacts and colleagues
  • Engaging and consulting actively with our Specialists, coordinating their involvement in advisory work and identifying cross-selling opportunities
  • Dealing with ad-hoc client queries, telephone calls and meetings
  • Portfolio management duties including client take on, fee preparation and WIP/debt management

About You

  • A leader of your work and your professional learning
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to positively impact and influence others
  • Relevant experience in this or a similar role is preferred
  • ICAS, ACCA qualification or equivalent
  • Forward-thinking with the ability to embrace technology and strong IT skills
  • Experience in using accounts and tax software packages
  • Good working knowledge of clients’ accounting systems

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to make your time at JC more fulfilling.

Equal Opportunity

At Johnston Carmichael we are committed to diversity, equality and inclusion in the workplace. A copy of this policy will be made available on request. We also welcome applications from individuals who have had time away from paid employment.

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