Accounts Manager

Main Duties 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 Ensuring all work meets our internal standards, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements We're looking for someone who's confident in managing client relationships and enjoys being a trusted advisor to growing businesses. Ideally, you'll have: 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 AAT and ACA / ACCA qualification (or qualified by experience) 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 Competence in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint – and ideally, a familiarity with cloud accounting platforms