Accounting Manager

George Andrews; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent accountancy practice is seeking an Accounts Manager to join their team, offering a hybrid and flexible working environment. This permanent, full-time position involves managing staff, ensuring quality accounts preparation, and working closely with partners and clients. Candidates should be ACCA/ACA qualified with relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach.

Benefits

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Participation in Management Development Programme

Comprehensive benefits package

Regular employee events

Qualifications

• Experience in UK practice environment with at least 3 years post-qualified experience.
• Previous line management experience required.
• Ability to produce high-quality work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Line manage and develop staff within the accounts team.
• Manage Accounts Workflow Procedures ensuring high standards.
• Handle corporation tax computations and returns.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Client Management

Team Player

IT Skills

Education

ACCA / ACA Qualified

Tools

Excel

Job description

Our client is a growing Top 40 accountancy practice providing expert solutions for entrepreneurial businesses and private individuals in Central and Southern England. We have a new opportunity for a Accounts Manager to join their Accounts team. This is a permanent, full-time role with hybrid and flexible working options, allowing you to flex your hours to suit your lifestyle.

Responsibilities:

1. Line manage and develop staff within the accounts team.
2. Manage and implement Accounts Workflow Procedures for all aspects of accounts preparation, maintaining high standards.
3. Oversee incoming accounts jobs to ensure resources meet deadlines and highlight resource gaps.
4. Review workflow preparation of statutory accounts (primarily FRS102, FRS102 1A, and FRS105).
5. Report directly to Partners, ensuring queries are addressed and client communications are managed effectively.
6. Coordinate with Seniors and clients to plan work efficiently and obtain necessary documentation.
7. Manage specific accounts assignments.
8. Handle corporation tax computations and returns.

Requirements:

1. ACCA / ACA qualified with at least 3 years post-qualified experience in a UK practice environment.
2. Previous line management experience.
3. Experience with UK GAAP and financial reporting.
4. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client management skills.
5. Ability to produce high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
6. Team player with a confident, positive, professional, and proactive attitude.
7. Strong IT skills, especially in Excel, and quick to learn new software.
8. Ability to create a positive impression with clients and colleagues.

What They Can Offer You:

1. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
2. Fast-growing company with exciting expansion plans.
3. Exposure to diverse clients across various industries.
4. Opportunities to enhance technical skills.
5. A varied role within an experienced team.
6. Participation in the Management Development Programme to develop leadership skills.
7. Recognition awards and long service awards.
8. Regular employee events, including summer parties.
9. Comprehensive benefits package, including holiday trading, wellbeing days, employee assistance programs, retailer discounts, health cash plans, EV and pension salary sacrifice schemes, cycle schemes, referral bonuses, life assurance, and gym discounts.

Salary:

£55,000 - £75,000