Accounting Manager

Oscar Mayer Limited; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established accountancy practice in Bristol seeks an experienced accountant to lead their accounts team. The role involves supervising team members, managing client accounts, and ensuring tax efficiency. Applicants should have at least 5 years of experience in UK accountancy practices and prior team management skills. The position offers a salary of up to £60,000, hybrid working options, and a comprehensive benefits package including study support and a clear progression route.

Benefits

Wellness programme

On-site free parking

Study support and CPD

Clear progression route

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• At least 3 years' experience managing a small team.
• Strong knowledge across personal tax, VAT, accounts preparation, and corporation tax.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small accounts team.
• Support the director by easing workload and providing oversight.
• Supervise and approve VAT returns prepared by junior staff.
• Prepare and complete year-end accounts and tax returns.
• Consult with clients regarding financial and tax matters.

Skills

Team management

Technical oversight

Client consultation

Tax compliance

Independence

Education

ICAEW, ACCA or ACA qualification

Job description

About the Firm

Our client is a well‑established accountancy practice based in Wrexham with a solid client portfolio of 400‑500 clients, ranging from sole traders to limited companies reporting under FRS 105 with turnovers up to £3 million. The team currently comprises six dedicated staff including accounts assistants, a payroll administrator, and a director who is the firm’s sole chartered accountant. The business has built a strong local reputation and prides itself on delivering personal, proactive, and high‑quality services to a wide range of clients across various sectors.

Role Overview

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced accountant to step into a senior role and take the lead in managing the day‑to‑day operations of the accounts team. Successful candidates will play a key part in relieving some of the workload from the firm’s director, overseeing the accounts department and liaising closely with senior stakeholders. The role involves both client‑facing responsibilities and team supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small accounts team, including assistants, apprentices, and payroll staff.
• Support the director by easing the day‑to‑day workload and providing technical oversight.
• Supervise and approve VAT returns prepared by junior staff.
• Prepare and complete year‑end accounts and tax returns for a diverse client base.
• File and manage capital gains tax returns.
• Review client accounts to ensure optimal tax efficiency and compliance.
• Consult with clients both in‑person and over the phone regarding financial and tax matters.
• Assist in the preparation and filing of corporation tax returns.
• Resolve general client queries and provide ongoing accountancy support.
• Liaise closely with senior leadership to ensure consistent quality across the team.

Qualifications

• Ideally qualified through ICAEW, ACCA or ACA (experience may be considered in exceptional cases).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• At least 3 years’ experience managing or supervising a small team.
• Strong technical knowledge across personal tax, VAT, accounts preparation and corporation tax.
• Self‑motivated, able to work independently and collaborate with senior finance leaders to drive process improvements, strengthen controls and develop the team.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Up to £60,000 (DOE)

Working hours: 9 am‑5 pm, Monday to Friday

Hybrid working: 4 days in office, 1 day from home (potentially 2 days after probation)

Holiday: 23 days plus 8 bank holidays, plus 1 additional day per year of service

Benefits include wellness programme, on‑site free parking, study support and CPD, clear progression route with potential share options and pension scheme.