Accounts Assistant Manager

Nxtgen Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional accounting firm in Stamford is seeking an Accounts Assistant Manager to manage a diverse client portfolio and support team members. The ideal candidate will have a qualification (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) and experience in an accountancy practice. The role offers an excellent blend of technical accounting work and client interaction within a supportive environment, promoting work-life balance and professional development.

Benefits

Excellent work-life balance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience within an accountancy practice.
• Strong technical knowledge and communication skills.
• Proactive and well-organized client service approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Review statutory accounts, corporation tax, and VAT returns.
• Support accounts preparation and tax computations.
• Be the key point of contact for clients.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Client service orientation

Team management

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)

Tools

Cloud accounting systems

Job description

NXTGEN are excited to be supporting a well established and forward thinking firm of accountants in Stamford as they look to appoint a new Accounts Assistant Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practice professional to step into a key role within a growing team, taking on responsibility for a varied client portfolio while supporting both junior staff and senior leadership.

As Accounts Assistant Manager, you will join a supportive and collaborative accounts team, working with an impressive mix of clients including limited companies, sole traders and partnerships. This position offers an excellent blend of technical accounting work, reviews, people management and client interaction, making it an ideal move for someone looking to progress their career within a respected regional firm.

Key responsibilities within the role will include:

• Acting as a key member of the accounts team, assisting in the management of a diverse portfolio of clients
• Reviewing statutory accounts, corporation tax returns and VAT returns prior to partner review
• Ensuring all review points and technical queries are cleared accurately and efficiently
• Supporting with accounts preparation, tax computations and occasional tax planning work
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, dealing with queries and providing trusted advice
• Assisting in the management and development of a team of five staff, offering guidance on technical matters
• Overseeing workflow allocation, ensuring assignments are completed on time and to a high standard
• Using cloud accounting systems confidently and providing support to both clients and colleagues

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with proven experience gained within an accountancy practice. You will bring strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills and the confidence to support junior team members as they develop. A proactive and well organised approach to client service will be essential.

In return, you will be joining a friendly and forward thinking firm that offers excellent work life balance and genuine professional development.

Salary offered is dependant on experience and qualification.