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We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Manager. This role is ideal for a qualified accountant with strong technical knowledge and a passion for client service. You will manage a portfolio of clients, oversee the preparation of accounts, and support junior colleagues, ensuring high standards of compliance and client satisfaction.
Job Responsibility:
Prepare the Accounts file and any associated accounts preparation, corporation tax and personal tax returns of the directors to a standard ready for Accounts Director review
Meeting key clients on a regular basis and discussing the account books
Reviewing the work of junior team members, providing feedback and review points and ensuring these are addressed prior to submission to the Accounts Directors
Following Accounts Director review, ensuring that the file and any associated reports are prepared ready for the Accounts Director to debrief the accounts with the client
Ensure Accounts and Tax Returns are submitted in line with firm compliance and close down procedures
Mentor colleagues from apprentice level through to Accounts Seniors and assist the Accounts Director in the management of the team on a day-to-day basis
Proactively monitor and help to resolve client issues, providing constructive input to colleagues
Responsible for your own CPD requirements
Management of client diary and workflow to ensure that work is completed in a timely manner and within budget
Review existing fees for clients make suggestions to Accounts Director if fee recovery is poor and fee requires renegotiation
Act as one of the main points of contact for Accounts clients, keeping them informed of progress in relation to all aspects of service delivery and maintaining regular contact with them
Develop knowledge of the Group’s full suite of services and be able to recommend to the Accounts Director any appropriate cross-sell services from the existing client base
Requirements:
ACCA/ACA qualified or equivalent with at least 3 years post-qualification experience
Proven experience of working in a practice environment
Strong experience in dealing with Accounts in particular FRS102, FRS102 Section 1A and FRS105
Strong experience with consolidations
Proven track record of maintaining client relationships
Experience with, and willing to, mentor colleagues
Ability to take responsibility and use own initiative to resolve problems and issues
Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and clients at all levels