Job description

Do you want to work for a dynamic and growing firm that offers outstanding client service and a comprehensive range of sector and service specialisms?

Our client is looking for an Accounts Manager to support the Partners and Directors with the management of their client portfolios in providing a range of accountancy and taxation services.

Salary / Perks / Benefits

• £37,000 - £45,000 Salary + Annual salary review.
• 36.25 hours / 5 days per week (flexible and hybrid working is available).
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Death in service 3 x annual salary.
• Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving and Private Medical Insurance.
• Introducing clients and staff commission schemes.
• Pension 3% rising to 4% (but matched up to 6%) after 4 years’ service

Main Duties

• Overseeing and controlling a portfolio of clients to ensure compliance for tax and accounting purposes.
• To be the first point of contact for clients.
• Supervising staff and managing workflow through the office.
• Responsible for developing junior staff.
• Preparing and reviewing financial statements for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders.
• Preparing tax computations and corporate and personal tax returns.
• Reviewing of VAT return preparation.
• Filing documents with HMRC and Companies House on client’s behalf.
• Dealing with correspondence for clients.
• Providing business set-up services for clients including incorporations and HMRC registrations.
• Providing value added business advice including ways to minimise tax liabilities and maximise profits.
• Identifying opportunities to offer clients additional services.
• Assisting the partners and directors with specialist assignments as they arise, including providing technical support as necessary.
• Comply with internal policies and procedures, ethical standards and regulatory requirements.

Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Outgoing, socially confident and emotionally controlled.
• A positive attitude, friendly and approachable.
• Resilient, able to multi-task and work independently / flexibly.
• Adaptable, organised and conscientious.
• Takes the initiative, ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Discreet, professional and team orientated in approach.
• Good working knowledge of general IT Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Social Media programmes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven accuracy and an eye for detail.
• Ability to present information effectively and concisely in emails and documents.
• Experience of working at an Accounts Manager level in an accountancy practice.
• Previous experience in accounts preparation for limited companies and unincorporated businesses.
• Previous experience in preparing tax computations and returns for limited companies, unincorporated business and individuals.
• Ideally AAT or ACA / ACCA qualified.

Interested? Apply today!

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