Accounts Assistant Manager - Lead Reviews & Client Delivery

Howett Thorpe; Wrecclesham; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Life assurance at four times annual

Employee benefits portal

Training and professional development

Career progression within a growing fi

Job summary

Howett Thorpe in Farnham is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant Manager to oversee accounts preparation, statutory accounts review and corporation tax processes. You will coordinate workloads, support junior team members and ensure high-quality delivery for clients and the wider firm.

The role suits a senior accountant looking to step up or an assistant manager moving to a growing practice. Strong technical knowledge and client management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years accountancy practice experience.
• Experience reviewing accounts and tax work.
• Ability to coordinate assignments and manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts preparation workflow and monitor progress to meet deadlines.
• Review statutory accounts and corporation tax returns prepared by juniors.
• Act as client contact, handling queries and providing practical guidance on accounting matters.
• Plan assignments and address workflow issues to ensure timely delivery.
• Guide juniors on technical queries and quality of work.
• Maintain oversight of deadlines and improve procedures.
• Assist with ad hoc projects and work requiring accounts input.
• Collaborate with managers and directors to maintain service standards.

Skills

Accounts preparation

Statutory accounts review

Corporation tax

Client management

Workload coordination

Team mentoring

Education

ACA/ACCA/AAT qualification

Job description

Howett Thorpe in Farnham is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant Manager to oversee accounts preparation, statutory accounts review and corporation tax processes. You will coordinate workloads, support junior team members and ensure high-quality delivery for clients and the wider firm.

The role suits a senior accountant looking to step up or an assistant manager moving to a growing practice. Strong technical knowledge and client management skills are essential.