Accounts Manager

Butler Rose Ltd; Bicester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing independent chartered accountancy firm in Bicester is seeking an Accounts Manager to manage a significant client portfolio. The role demands the ability to handle accounts, tax, and advisory services while mentoring junior staff. Candidates should be ACA or ACCA qualified and possess extensive experience in a UK accountancy practice. The firm offers competitive salary, growth opportunities, and a supportive professional environment. Flexible working options are available, promoting work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Clear progression route

Flexible working options

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified status is a must.
• Extensive experience in the UK accountancy practice is highly advantageous.
• Proven ability to manage and develop teams.

Responsibilities

• Managing a large client portfolio focusing on OMBs, SMEs, and HNW clients.
• Reviewing statutory accounts prepared under FRS 102/105.
• Providing advisory support including tax planning and business consultancy.

Skills

Managing large client portfolios

Strong technical knowledge across accounts

Team management and development

Relationship-focused approach

Confidence in client engagements

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

ICAEW Practicing Certified

Tools

CCH

Xero

Sage

Job description

Accounts Manager - Growing Independent Chartered Accountants
Bicester
£50,000 - £70,000(DOE)

Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be working exclusively with a fast growing accountancy firm in Bicester who are looking for an Accounts Manager to join their team. You will take ownership of a significant client portfolio and play a key role in the strategic and operational delivery of services across accounts, tax and advisory.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong, ambitious individual who enjoys managing client relationships, leading teams and being part of a supportive environment, with the opportunity to grow with the company as it continues to expand.

Responsibilities:

• Managing a large client portfolio (OMBs, SMEs, HNW clients)
• Reviewing statutory accounts prepared under FRS 102/105
• Overseeing and reviewing corporation tax, personal tax and VAT returns
• Providing advisory support including tax planning and business consultancy
• Line managing and mentoring junior and mid-level staff
• Supporting partners with department development and workflow management
• Attending client meetings and building long-term relationships

Requirements:

• ACA or ACCA qualified status (ICAEW Practicing Certified ideal)
• Extensive experience in a UK accountancy practice (senior level highly advantageous)
• Experience managing large client portfolios
• Strong technical knowledge across accounts, tax and compliance
• Experience using systems such as CCH, Xero, Sage or similar
• Proven ability to manage and develop teams
• A proactive and relationship-focused approach
• Confident in client engagements

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary & growth opportunities
• Clear progression route towards senior leadership/director level
• Flexible working options
• Supportive and collaborative professional environment
• Strong focus on work-life balance
• Ongoing professional development and leadership exposure

Interested?

If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with Demetria Petropoulos to find out more - 016 1388 5710/d . petropoulos @ butlerrose . com

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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