Accountancy Manager

Austin Rose; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Health cash plan + private medical

Free on-site parking

Fully funded CPD courses

Option to purchase additional annual1

Job summary

Austin Rose in Birmingham is seeking an Accountancy Manager to lead an experienced accounts team and oversee a varied client portfolio. The role offers flexible working, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to work closely with Partners to shape department operations.

You will manage statutory accounts, review complex work, coach staff across levels, and collaborate with tax, audit and advisory colleagues to deliver holistic client solutions.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification with UK practice experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102.
• Experience leading and developing a team of accountants.
• Experience managing client portfolios and deadlines.
• Healthcare sector exposure is a plus but not essential.
• Proficient with accounting software and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of accounting clients, overseeing statutory accounts.
• Lead and develop a team of accountants.
• Review complex accounting assignments and ensure UK compliance.
• Coordinate workflow with other managers to meet deadlines.
• Act as a key client contact with technical accounting advice.
• Assist clients with accounting software and financial reporting improvements.
• Collaborate with tax, audit and advisory teams to deliver solutions.
• Work with Partners to improve efficiency and service.

Skills

Accounts management

Team leadership

UK GAAP knowledge

Statutory accounts review

Excel

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Accountancy Manager | 9 Partner Firm | Birmingham

Are you an ACA or ACCA qualified Accounts Manager looking for a role where you can take greater ownership of your team, manage a varied client portfolio and have a genuine influence on how the department operates? This is an excellent opportunity to join an established independent accountancy practice in Birmingham, offering flexible working, a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to work closely with Partners while leading and developing an experienced accounts team.

About the Firm

This established 9 Partner Firm has a team of over 50 professionals, providing a comprehensive range of accountancy, audit, tax and business advisory services to SMEs, owner-managed businesses and specialist sectors.

The firm combines the technical expertise of an established regional practice with a personal, client-focused approach. Its Accounting Services team works with a varied portfolio of businesses, offering exposure to complex accounting matters, technical advisory work and opportunities to improve client processes.

With a strong track record of internal development and a collaborative management team, the firm offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Manager to take on a leadership role, influence departmental improvements and contribute to the continued development of the practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of accounting clients, overseeing the preparation and review of statutory accounts and related assignments.
• Lead and develop a team of qualified and part-qualified accountants, including junior staff and apprentices, providing technical guidance, coaching and support.
• Review complex accounting assignments, resolving technical issues and ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards.
• Work closely with fellow Managers to coordinate workflow, allocate resources and ensure assignments are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing technical accounting advice and supporting their ongoing financial reporting requirements.
• Assist clients with accounting software, financial reporting queries and improvements to their accounting processes.
• Collaborate with colleagues across tax, audit and advisory teams to deliver comprehensive client solutions.
• Work alongside Partners to identify opportunities to improve departmental efficiency, client service and internal processes.

As an Accountancy Manager you will:

• Be ACA or ACCA qualified, with significant accounts preparation and review experience gained within a UK accountancy practice.
• Have strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102 and relevant financial reporting standards.
• Be confident reviewing complex statutory accounts and resolving technical accounting matters.
• Have proven experience managing, coaching and developing a team of accountants at varying levels of seniority.
• Be experienced in managing client portfolios, maintaining strong relationships and overseeing assignment deadlines.
• Ideally have experience working with healthcare clients, including GP practices, doctors or dentists, although this is not essential.
• Be confident using accounting software and Microsoft Excel, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Be commercially aware, proactive and comfortable contributing ideas to improve departmental efficiency and service delivery.

What You’ll Receive

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Company health cash plan, with access to private medical cover through salary sacrifice options.
• Free on-site parking.
• Fully funded professional qualifications and CPD courses.
• Option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Employee benefits platform offering retail discounts, wellbeing resources and financial guidance.

At Austin Rose, we specialise in Public Practice recruitment and use our market insight to support professionals in securing roles aligned with their long-term ambitions.

Reference: AR/20210