Accounts Assistant Manager

Nxtgen Recruitment; Cromer; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Nxtgen Recruitment is partnering with a North Norfolk accountancy practice to recruit an experienced Accounts & Tax Assistant Manager. You’ll take ownership of client work, lead junior colleagues and help shape the development of the practice.

The role blends client work with advisory input and business development in a supportive culture. You’ll manage a diverse client base, from owner-managed to larger corporates, delivering high-quality accounts and tax services while progressing your career.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified with post-qualification experience in an accountancy practice.
• Experience in managing client portfolios and supervising junior staff.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to develop business development and networking.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Building strong day-to-day client relationships and handling client queries.
• Assisting Partners with client meetings, including preparation and follow-up.
• Preparing and reviewing VAT returns.
• Preparing and reviewing corporation tax and personal tax returns.
• Responsible for WIP management, billing and invoicing.
• Reviewing work prepared by junior team members.
• Supporting and developing junior colleagues.
• Onboarding new clients and supporting early discussions.
• Participating in business development, networking and wider advisory work.
• Collaborating with Partners on client planning.

Skills

Client relationship management

Leadership / mentoring

Billing and WIP management

Education

ACCA / ACA qualification

Job description

Are you an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant looking for the next step in your career?

I’m working exclusively with a fantastic, forward-thinking accountancy practice in North Norfolk that’s looking to bring an experienced Accounts & Tax Assistant Manager into the team. This is a great opportunity for someone who’s ready to take more ownership of their clients, get involved in team development and progress their career within a supportive and ambitious practice within a position that you can really make your own.

Having worked with the firm for a number of years, I’ve got to know the team really well, and everyone I speak to has nothing but positive things to say about the culture and working environment. It’s a close-knit team, which means you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with experienced Partners and genuinely shape your career in the direction you want to take it.

You’ll manage a varied portfolio of clients, from individuals and owner-managed businesses through to larger corporate clients, delivering a high-quality accounts and tax service while continuing to develop your technical and client-facing skills.

The role:

You’ll have a broad and varied role, including:

• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for a varied portfolio of clients
• Building strong day-to-day client relationships and handling client queries
• Assisting Partners with client meetings, including preparation and follow-up
• Preparing and reviewing VAT returns
• Preparing and reviewing both corporation tax and personal tax returns
• Taking responsibility for WIP management, billing, fees and invoicing
• Reviewing work prepared by more junior members of the team
• Supporting, mentoring and developing junior colleagues, including delegating work and assisting with more complex queries
• Supporting new client meetings and helping with the onboarding of new clients
• Getting involved in business development, networking and marketing initiatives
• Working alongside Partners on client planning and wider advisory work

What the client is looking for:

• ACA or ACCA qualified, with ideally one year's post-qualification experience within an accountancy practice.
• You might already be managing your own portfolio and be ready for a step up, or you could be an experienced Senior looking for the opportunity to take that next step into a management role.

What's on offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working, with a split between home and office available
• A genuine opportunity to progress your career
• A varied portfolio of interesting clients
• The chance to take on more responsibility and develop your management skills
• A supportive team environment where you'll have plenty of exposure to Partners, clients & networking events.
• And more!

Salary is dependent on experience