Accounts Assistant Manager

Nxtgen Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in the United Kingdom is seeking an Accounts Assistant Manager to manage client portfolios, prepare complex accounts, and mentor junior staff. This role offers a flexible working environment and opportunities for career progression. Ideal candidates will be ACA or ACCA qualified with strong technical knowledge and excellent communication skills. Salary is dependent on experience.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Free on-site parking

Clawback cover for development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accountancy practice environment.
• Ability to manage client portfolios and prepare complex accounts and tax returns.
• Experience mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients across various sectors.
• Prepare and review year-end accounts for different business types.
• Review tax computations and ensure compliance.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and tax compliance

Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trusted client relationships

Ambition to progress to Manager level

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

NXTGEN is excited to be working closely with a highly regarded accountancy practice in Bury St Edmunds to recruit an Accounts Assistant Manager for their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is recently qualified and looking to expand their knowledge, while taking the next step in their post-qualification career. The role has arisen following a number of recent internal promotions and client wins, highlighting the firm's commitment to developing their people and continually strengthening their service offering.

As Accounts Assistant Manager, you will work closely with an experienced leadership team who will provide one-to-one mentoring and clear timeframes for progression to Manager and beyond. The firm is proud to offer a modern, flexible working environment with hybrid working options, free on-site parking, and clawback cover to support your development.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing your own portfolio of clients, supporting with the preparation of complex accounts and tax returns, and providing high-quality advice to help clients achieve their business goals. You will also play a key part in reviewing the work of junior team members, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and contributing to the continued growth and success of the practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a portfolio of clients across a variety of sectors, acting as their primary point of contact
• Preparing and reviewing year end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
• Reviewing tax computations and returns, ensuring compliance and identifying planning opportunities
• Mentoring and developing junior staff to help them achieve their potential
• Supporting Partners with business development opportunities and contributing to client proposals

What we are looking for:

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Previous experience in an accountancy practice environment
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and tax compliance
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trusted client relationships
• Ambition to progress to Manager level within a structured timeframe

If you are an Accounts Senior who is eager to take the next step up and develop your career in a supportive and ambitious firm, this role offers you the perfect platform to do so. You will be joining a forward-thinking business that values both client service and employee development in equal measure.

For more information on this opportunity and how it can help you achieve your career goals, please contact Annie today.

Salary is dependent on experience.