Accounts Manager

Delstad Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Manager for either Bideford or Axminster. In this role, you will mentor junior staff, manage client portfolios, and prepare financial statements and tax returns. The ideal candidate will have experience in accountancy practice, strong client relationship skills, and relevant qualifications. The position offers a supportive work environment, hybrid working options, and a comprehensive benefits package including annual reviews and enhanced leave.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Annual salary review

Access to health and reward schemes

Flexible benefits including holiday buy/sell

Pension with matched contributions

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accountancy practice at manager level.
• Strong background in preparing accounts and tax returns for both companies and unincorporated businesses.
• Confidence in managing client relationships and providing business advice.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support junior staff overseeing workflow and development.
• Act as the main contact for a portfolio of clients building long-lasting relationships.
• Review and prepare financial statements for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Experience

Account Management

Product Demos

Microsoft Powerpoint

Salesforce

Relationship Management

Sales Management

Customer Relationship Management

Enterprise Sales

Negotiation

Education

ACA / ACCA / AAT qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cloud accounting platforms

Job description

Accounts Manager Bideford or Axminster

Why Join Us

Here you'll find more than just a role you'll find a place to grow. Benefits include:

• A supportive collaborative culture with strong career development focus
• Exposure to diverse industries and clients keeping your work varied and interesting
• Clear progression opportunities and greater responsibility as you develop
• A friendly team environment with hybrid working and flexibility to balance work and life

Key Responsibilities

As an Accounts Manager your role will be broad and rewarding. You will:

• Lead mentor and support junior staff overseeing workflow and development
• Act as the main contact for a portfolio of clients building long‑lasting relationships
• Review and prepare financial statements for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships
• Prepare and review personal and corporate tax returns and computations
• Oversee VAT return preparation and submissions
• Ensure compliance with HMRC and Companies House filing requirements
• Support clients with business set‑up from incorporation to HMRC registrations
• Provide proactive advice to help clients improve profitability and reduce liabilities
• Identify opportunities to offer additional services or support
• Assist senior leadership with specialist and technical assignments
• Ensure all work aligns with internal quality standards and regulatory requirements

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in an accountancy practice at manager level
• Strong background in preparing accounts and tax returns for both companies and unincorporated businesses
• ACA / ACCA / AAT qualification (or equivalent experience)
• Confidence in managing client relationships and providing business advice
• A proactive supportive approach to team leadership
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and ideally cloud accounting platforms

Benefits & Terms

36.25 hours / 5 days per week (with flexible and hybrid working available)

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Annual salary review

Option to carry over one week of holiday into the following year

Death in service cover (3x annual salary)

Access to health and reward schemes

24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible benefits including holiday buy/sell, cycle‑to‑work, payroll giving and private medical insurance

Staff and client referral commission schemes

Pension 3% rising to 4% after 4 years (matched up to 6%)

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after 1 year of service

Key Skills

• Business Development
• Sales Experience
• OEM
• Account Management
• Product Demos
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Salesforce
• Relationship Management
• Sales Management
• Customer Relationship Management
• Enterprise Sales
• Negotiation

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1