Accounts Assistant Manager: Client Leadership & Growth

Pro-Finance; Ingliston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro-Finance in Edinburgh is seeking an Accounts Assistant Manager to lead statutory accounts preparation for a varied portfolio of clients, including owner‑managed businesses. The role offers a £35,000 - £45,000 salary and the chance to progress within a growing practice.

You should be ACA, CA or ACCA qualified with strong experience in an accountancy practice and a proactive, client‑facing approach. You will supervise juniors, maintain client relationships, and ensure deadlines are met.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing statutory accounts for multiple clients.
• Knowledge of FRS 102 and group accounts.
• Ability to manage a portfolio of owner-managed businesses and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts for a range of companies from small to larger organisations.
• Prepare accounts under FRS 102, including group accounts and consolidations.
• Manage a portfolio of clients and ensure work is delivered to a high standard and deadlines.
• Build and maintain relationships with key client contacts.
• Act as a key contact for clients and provide proactive service.
• Identify issues and work with Partners and Directors on solutions.
• Keep Partners and Directors updated on progress.
• Support and develop junior team members to strengthen accounting skills.
• Collaborate with other departments for a joined-up client approach.
• Monitor budgets and proactively manage costs across assignments.
• Organise workload and support the wider team to meet deadlines.

Skills

Client relationship management

Accounts preparation

FRS 102 knowledge

Owner-managed business experience

Education

ACA/CA/ACCA or equivalent

Job description

Pro-Finance in Edinburgh is seeking an Accounts Assistant Manager to lead statutory accounts preparation for a varied portfolio of clients, including owner‑managed businesses. The role offers a £35,000 - £45,000 salary and the chance to progress within a growing practice.

You should be ACA, CA or ACCA qualified with strong experience in an accountancy practice and a proactive, client‑facing approach. You will supervise juniors, maintain client relationships, and ensure deadlines are met.