Accounts Manager

Rutherford Briant; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established practice in Bury St Edmunds seeks an Accounts Manager to manage client portfolios, support and develop a talented team, and contribute to business development. Candidates must be ACA or ACCA qualified with strong experience in an accountancy practice. This role offers opportunities for advancement and a generous holiday package. Join a team committed to diverse hiring and inclusion.

Benefits

Generous holiday package

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience in an accountancy practice.
• Proven experience managing a mixed portfolio and supporting colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of clients across accounts ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
• Oversee workflow, reviews and technical output across year-end accounts, management accounts.
• Coach and mentor junior and senior team members.

Skills

Experience in managing a mixed portfolio

Client relationship management

Coaching and mentoring

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

Are you fully qualified and looking for your next step as an Accounts Manager?

A well-established and growing practice in Bury St Edmunds is strengthening its management team. The firm supports a wide range of clients from local owner-managed businesses through to larger, more complex organisations. They are now seeking an Accounts Manager to help lead their portfolio and support the development of the team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of clients across accounts ensuring timely and accurate delivery
• Oversee workflow, reviews and technical output across year-end accounts, management accounts
• Provide hands‑on support with complex queries, advising clients directly and maintaining long‑term relationships
• Coach and mentor junior and senior team members, supporting their development and embedding firm standards
• Contribute to business development through client retention, referrals and spotting advisory opportunities

Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Strong experience in an accountancy practice
• Proven experience managing a mixed portfolio and supporting colleagues

Benefits

• Generous holiday package
• Progression opportunities

If you are looking to grow your career, apply here now.

Rutherford Briant is passionate about equity, diversity, and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage underrepresented talent to apply to vacancies with us. We are committed to recruitment processes that are fair for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics.