Accounts and Audit Assistant Manager

Bennett & Game Recruitment Limited; Chester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm of chartered accountants based in Chester is seeking an Accounts and Audit Assistant Manager as they expand. This managerial role combines oversight of client relationships, statutory account preparation, and tax compliance, providing a comprehensive financial service to a diverse client portfolio.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Regular staff social events

Free parking

Pension

Flexibility on start and finish times

Qualifications

• Candidates must be fully ACCA/ACA qualified.
• Relevant experience in accountancy practice required.

Responsibilities

• Lead client relationships and manage tax compliance.
• Oversee audit delivery and supervise audit teams.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts and tax returns.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Education

ACCA/ACA qualified

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Our client is a well-established firm of chartered accountants based in the Chester area. Due to recent growth, they are seeking an Accounts and Audit Assistant Manager to join their friendly and welcoming team.

This is a truly fantastic opportunity to take your career to new heights at a well-established firm. My client offers a comprehensive suite of accounting services, tailored to meet all of their clients' needs.

Accounts And Audit Assistant Manager Job Overview

This is an ideal opportunity for a qualified accountant to join a forward-thinking practice in a key managerial role. Successful candidates will be responsible for leading client relationships, reviewing and preparing statutory accounts, managing tax compliance, and playing an active role in audit delivery. The role offers a 60/40 split between accounts and audit, providing a well-rounded workload for someone who enjoys variety and client interaction.

• Oversee and prepare annual statutory accounts for a wide range of clients
• Manage and maintain strong relationships across your client portfolio
• Review and submit personal tax, corporation tax, and VAT returns
• Provide tailored tax planning and advisory services
• Prepare and review monthly and quarterly management accounts, offering financial insight
• Lead audit planning, fieldwork, and completion for small to medium-sized clients
• Supervise audit teams during on-site visits and ensure audit files are completed to regulatory standards
• Identify and communicate audit issues and recommendations to partners and clients
• Ensure audits are completed on time and within budget
• Compile internal progress reports for senior management and partners
• Collaborate with internal teams across tax, audit, bookkeeping, and payroll
  
  

Accounts and Audit Assistant Manager Job Requirements

• Suitable candidates will be fully ACCA/ACA qualified
• Previous experience in accountancy practice environments is essential
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• No requirement for visa sponsorship
  
  

This is an office-based role, so suitable candidates must have a reasonable commute to the Chester area.

Accounts and Audit Assistant Manager Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £30,000- £40,000
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• 5 hours per week - flexibility on start and finish time
• Regular staff social events
• Free parking
• Pension
  
  

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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