Accounts Manager
A well-established and growing accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Accounts Manager to join its Business Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to manage a varied client portfolio while playing a key role in leading people, developing client relationships and contributing to the wider growth of the firm.
The Role
As an Accounts Manager, you will take responsibility for a portfolio of clients, ranging from basic to large and complex assignments. You will ensure clients receive a consistently high level of service while managing workflow, budgets and deadlines.
Working closely with Partners, Directors and Senior Managers, you will oversee the delivery of financial statements, business and personal tax work, and provide technical and commercial support to your team. You will also act as a key point of contact for clients throughout the year.
Key Responsibilities
Managing a portfolio of clients, including complex assignments
Ensuring financial statements, business tax and personal tax returns are completed and submitted accurately and on time
Overseeing and reviewing work prepared by Assistants, Seniors and Assistant Managers
Providing technical support and resolving complex client queries
Managing workflow, budgets, work in progress and deadlines across your portfolio
Attending and leading client meetings and maintaining strong client relationships
Liaising with tax teams and other internal service lines on client matters
Raising and managing fees, monitoring recoverability and preventing overruns
Ensuring internal systems, checklists and work tracking software are kept up to date
Visiting client premises where required
Leadership and Development
Line managing and mentoring team members
Setting objectives and conducting regular performance reviews and appraisals
Supporting training, development and progression of staff
Assisting with recruitment and interviews
Business Development and Firm Contribution
Building strong professional relationships to encourage client referrals
Identifying cross-selling opportunities across service lines
Supporting business development initiatives and events
Contributing to departmental and firm-wide business plans
The Ideal Candidate
ICAS, ACA or ACCA qualified (Level 4 AAT considered in exceptional cases)
Strong experience within an accountancy practice, ideally within Business Services / Accounts
Proven ability to manage a client portfolio and lead teams
Excellent technical knowledge of accounts and taxation
Strong organisational, communication and client management skills
Commercially aware with the ability to manage budgets and work in progress
What’s on Offer
A senior and varied role within an established practice
Close working relationship with Partners and senior leadership
Clear scope for career progression and development
Supportive and collaborative working environment