Accounts Manager
£45-55k p.a
Axminster or Bideford
Our client, a top accountancy practice, has an exciting opportunity for a Accounts Manager to join their team!
The role:
This is a brilliant opportunity to work closely with a varied client portfolio, support junior team members, and play a key role in delivering exceptional service and advice to clients.
- Leading and mentoring a team, managing their workflow, and supporting their development
- Acting as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients, building strong, trusted relationships
- Reviewing and preparing financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
- Preparing and reviewing tax computations and corporate/personal tax returns
- Overseeing VAT return preparation and submission
- Ensuring compliance with tax and accounting regulations, including filings to HMRC and Companies House
- Helping clients set up new businesses, from incorporation to registration with HMRC
- Providing proactive, value-added advice to help clients reduce tax liabilities and improve profitability
- Identifying opportunities to offer additional support and services to clients
- Assisting directors and partners with technical and specialist assignments
Opportunities for progression- Working at Manager level, and would be looking for an opportunity with the potential to grow towards, initially, Director and then, eventually, Partner. This is a real opportunity to build a successful, high-level career, with respect and opportunity at the heart of the local community.
Key skills/experience:
- Experience working in an accountancy practice at a manager level
- A solid background in preparing accounts and tax returns for limited companies and unincorporated businesses
- ACA / ACCA qualification and a strong academic and personal background
- A proactive, positive, and supportive approach to team leadership
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise in a busy environment
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the confidence to present information clearly and concisely
- A friendly, approachable nature and a commitment to delivering excellent client service