Accounts Assistant Manager

Howett Thorpe Recruitment Consultants Ltd; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Hybrid working

Diverse client portfolio

Training and development

Job summary

Howett Thorpe Recruitment Consultants Ltd is seeking an experienced Accounts Senior aiming to progress to Accounts Manager within a growing practice. You will own a varied client portfolio, review accounts and working papers, and work closely with Managers and Partners to deliver assignments from start to finish.

The role offers stepping up responsibilities, supervisory duties for junior staff, and opportunities to develop advisory skills while managing client relationships and deadlines.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or nearing qualification.
• Strong UK accountancy practice experience.
• Experience reviewing accounts and working papers.
• Strong knowledge of FRS 102.
• Experience managing a client portfolio.
• Experience reviewing corporation tax computations.
• Group accounts experience advantageous.
• Deferred tax experience beneficial.
• Strong client relationship and communication skills.
• Experience supervising/junior staff.
• Proficient with CCH or similar software.
• Excellent organisational and deadline management.
• Ambition to progress to Accounts Manager.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of clients including groups.
• Review statutory accounts and working papers.
• Review complex accounts under FRS 102.
• Review draft corporation tax computations.
• Supervise and develop junior team members.
• Act as main client contact.
• Advise on accounting matters and client needs.
• Manage deadlines, budgets and workflow.
• Collaborate with Managers and Partners on complex assignments.
• Take increasing responsibility for team and client portfolio.

Skills

Reviewing accounts

Client relationship

Team supervision

Time management

Proactive attitude

Education

ACA/ACCA Qualified or near

Tools

CCH or similar software

Job description

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Senior looking to take the next step in their career, or an existing Assistant Manager seeking a new challenge within a growing accountancy practice. With a newly opened office and continued growth, the firm is looking for someone who can take on greater responsibility and develop towards a future Accounts Manager position.

You will take ownership of a varied portfolio, including groups, with responsibility for reviewing work, handling more complex accounts and working closely with clients. The role provides the opportunity to develop your management and advisory skills while working closely with Managers and Partners.

Accounts Assistant Manager – About The Role

The role offers a natural step up from a Senior position, with greater responsibility for your portfolio, the wider team and client relationships. You will oversee and review work completed by junior team members, deal with more complex accounts and support the delivery of assignments from start to finish.

As you develop, you will take on increasing responsibility for managing clients, reviewing work and supporting the team, with the aim of progressing into an Accounts Manager position.Key responsibilities:

• Managing a varied portfolio of clients, including groups
• Reviewing statutory accounts and working papers prepared by the team
• Reviewing more complex accounts under FRS 102
• Reviewing draft corporation tax computations
• Supervising, supporting and developing junior members of the team
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients
• Advising clients on accounting matters and supporting their wider requirements
• Managing assignment deadlines, budgets and workflow
• Working closely with Managers and Partners on complex assignments
• Taking on increasing responsibility for the team and client portfolio as you develop

The successful Accounts Assistant Manager will have:

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or nearing qualification
• Strong UK accountancy practice experience
• Experience reviewing accounts and working papers
• Strong technical knowledge of FRS 102
• Experience managing or overseeing a portfolio of clients
• Experience reviewing corporation tax computations
• Exposure to group accounts would be advantageous
• Experience with deferred tax would be beneficial
• Strong client relationship and communication skills
• Experience supervising, supporting or developing junior team members
• Confident using CCH or similar accountancy software
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage deadlines
• A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership
• Ambition to progress into an Accounts Manager position

Accounts Assistant Manager – Benefits

• 25 days’ holiday
• Hybrid working
• Diverse and interesting client portfolio
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity to join during an exciting period of expansion
• Clear progression towards Accounts Manager