Accounts Manager / Senior Manager

Top 70 Firm, Chelmsford

Up to £70,000

Overview:

I am seeking an experienced Accounts Manager / Senior Manager with a strong background in practice to join my client's team. This role is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented professional who enjoys interacting with a diverse range of businesses, managing multiple projects, and building strong client relationships. A strong awareness of both personal and corporate tax, from a computational and advisory perspective, is essential.

Key

Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse portfolio of approximately 100 clients, ensuring compliance for tax and accounting purposes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for your clients, working closely with a designated Director.
• Supervise team members and manage workflow across various assignments.
• Monitor and manage the financial performance of your portfolio, focusing on fee levels, recoveries, WIP, and debtor positions.
• Collaborate with other departments within the firm to provide a seamless service to clients.
• Review compliance work, including statutory year-end accounts, VAT returns, management accounts, and personal/company tax returns.
• Provide advice and assistance to clients on queries and accounting/tax matters.
• Assist Directors with ad hoc projects as required.
• Proactively build and maintain a network of professional contacts.

Requirements:

• ACA/ACCA qualified, with a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience.
• At least 5 years of experience working in an accountancy practice.
• Strong technical knowledge of both personal and corporate tax from a computational and advisory perspective.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments.
• Experience in managing client portfolios, including financial performance (fees, WIP, and debtors).
• Team-oriented with leadership abilities, able to supervise and mentor junior staff.

Key Relationships:

• Work closely with senior management, including Directors, Associate Directors, and Senior Managers.
• Manage a client portfolio of approximately 100 clients, consisting of diverse entity types and sizes.

What They Can Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Hybrid working options.

If you are an experienced Accounts Manager looking to take the next step in your career within a dynamic and supportive practice, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!