Accounts Manager

Townends Accountants LLP; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Contributory pension and life cover

Flexible working (Hybrid/Home/Part‑tim

25 days annual leave plus bank hols

Modern friendly environment

CPD, training and development

Subscriptions reimbursement

Job summary

Townends Accountants LLP in Goole is seeking an Accounts Manager to lead the accounts team and manage a portfolio of clients, including farming sector engagements. You will supervise trainees and deliver high-quality accounts and tax compliance work while mentoring junior staff.

The role offers senior responsibility, client liaison, and opportunities to expand services beyond compliance. A strong technical background and excellent communication are essential for success in this busy practice.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Sound IT skills.
• Ability to multitask, manage deadlines and prioritise work effectively.
• Excellent soft skills including written, spoken communications, problem solving and people/client relationship management.
• Ability to work with people at all levels.
• Current driving licence.

Responsibilities

• This is a senior 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.
• While the focus is on compliance, there are opportunities to significantly expand the range and breadth of experience through direct engagement with clients, attending and leading meetings, adhoc projects and working as part of a team.

Skills

IT skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

People management

Client relationship management

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Qualified by experience

Job description

Interested in joining our team at Townends Accountants LLP? If so, why not get in touch today!

Accounts Manager

A fantastic opportunity for a qualified chartered/certified accountant or someone qualified by experience with drive and enthusiasm to join a team that is dedicated to helping clients achieve their personal and business objectives.

Townends is a long established Yorkshire firm that specialises in providing everything that the owner managed business needs. We have a full range of services aimed at such businesses, including Wealth Management.

Our style is to take a positive lead and it is not in our nature to simply produce accounts and answer questions when asked.

We are not just your typical firm of accountants. Our partners are:

• Strategic thinkers
• Solution providers
• True business advisers and developers
• Fantastic mentors

This is a senior 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, adhoc projects and working as part of a team to deliver a proactive service. No two days are the same.

What you need to bring to us

• 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
• Sound IT skills
• 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
• Ability to work with people at all levels
• Current driving licence

What we can offer you

• A massive opportunity for career progression and development for those who can deliver
• Competitive salary - depending on skills and experience
• Contributory pension and life insurance scheme
• Flexible working including Flexitime system (Hybrid working, working from home and part time working will be considered in appropriate circumstances)
• Annual leave of 25 days, plus bank holidays (full time equivalent)
• Modern and friendly working environment
• Convenient office location with easily accessible car parking nearby (currently free of charge)
• Structured CPD, training and development programme
• Professional subscriptions reimbursement

Reference: SE4248

Vacancy: Accounts Manager

Location: Goole

Salary: Competitive salary

Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday