Accounts Manager

Edwards & Pearce; Brighton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable consultancy in Brighton is seeking an experienced Accounts Manager to oversee a client portfolio and manage the accounts department. The ideal candidate will have an ACA/ACCA qualification or equivalent experience, along with solid skills in managing accounts and tax compliance. Strong communication abilities and a keen attention to detail are essential for this role, which offers varied responsibilities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years at manager level in an accounting practice.
• Experience preparing and reviewing various types of accounts and tax returns.
• Ability to manage client billing and portfolio work.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients and work closely with the team.
• Deliver high-quality accounts and tax compliance assignments.
• Supervise and mentor trainees within the department.

Skills

ACA/ACCA qualification or qualified by experience

Experience in accounting practice

Knowledge of income, corporation and capital gains taxes

Excellent communication skills

Good attention to detail

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Tools

Word

Excel

Sage

QuickBooks

Xero

Job description

Overview

Working closely with their clients to become their Trusted Advisor, our client has a first-class reputation for what they deliver. "Professional, knowledgeable, proactive but above all approachable" is how their clients view them. Due to continued growth, they are now looking for an Accounts Manager to join a team that is dedicated to helping clients achieve their personal and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• This is a manager role in the accounts department based in Goole, managing a portfolio of clients and working closely with team members to manage the department generally.
• The work primarily involves the delivery of a wide range of timely, high-quality accounts and tax compliance assignments for clients (including a significant number within the farming industry).
• The role also requires supervision and mentoring of trainees.
• Whilst the focus is on compliance, there are also many opportunities to significantly expand the range and breadth of experience through direct engagement with clients, attending and leading meetings, ad-hoc projects and working as part of a team to deliver a proactive service.
• No two days are the same.

The Candidate

• ACA/ACCA qualification or qualified by experience with at least two years at manager level gained in an accounting practice
• Experience of preparation/review of sole trader, partnership and limited company accounts, tax computations and personal and partnership tax returns. A good working knowledge of preparing farming accounts is desirable
• Ability to manage portfolio work in progress levels and undertake client billing
• A good working knowledge of income, corporation and capital gains taxes plus an understanding of VAT and PAYE
• Ability to identify, discuss and implement tax saving opportunities for clients (support available from senior managers and partners)
• Ability to multitask, manage deadlines and prioritise work effectively
• Good attention to detail
• Experience of supervising and reviewing the work of trainees
• Excellent "+soft+" skills including written, spoken communications, problem solving and people/client relationship management
• Excellent IT skills - Word, Excel, Sage, QuickBooks, Xero plus internal time recording and billing software
• Ability to work with people at all levels
• Ability and willingness to work flexibly at busy times and when required for workflow and trainee support
• Current driving licence

The Consultancy

Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.