Accounts Manager

TC Group; Dundee; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group life assurance

Cycle to work

Pension scheme

Hybrid or home working

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and development

Job summary

TC Group in Scotland is seeking an experienced Accounts Manager to lead a diverse portfolio of clients, mentor colleagues and contribute to business growth. The role offers flexible hybrid working and opportunities to work across owner-managed businesses, charities and organisations.

You will join a Top 20 UK firm with clear career progression, supporting the next generation of accounting professionals while leveraging modern systems and technology.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (CA/ACCA) or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in accounting systems and platforms used internally or for clients.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and sector-specific issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of client assignments, ensuring timely and accurate completion of accounts and tax preparation.
• Maintain direct communication with clients to gather information, provide updates, and explain outputs where required.
• Attend client meetings to present financial information and address queries.
• Onboard new clients including scoping, pricing, delivery and payment.
• Fee proposals, billing and direct debit responsibilities.
• Provide support and guidance to Assistants and Advisors as required, and review their work.
• Schedule and allocate work within the portfolio, providing technical guidance as needed.
• Stay up to date with developments in accounting and tax relevant to your responsibilities.

Skills

Professional accounting qualification

Strong communication skills

Leadership

Education

CA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Looking for a role where you can have real client impact, develop your leadership skills and work with a supportive team?

TC MMG are looking for an experienced Accounts Manager to join our growing practice in Scotland.

This is an opportunity to manage a varied portfolio of clients, mentor colleagues and play an important role in the continued growth of our business, while benefiting from flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

We have a keen focus on investing in our greatest assets, which means that we have developed a committed and formidable team of accountancy, tax, audit, virtual finance and payroll specialists.

TC MMG are looking to expand this team and bring on an Accounts Manager who would be responsible for managing a portfolio of Accounts, ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of all agreed outputs either directly to clients or to senior stakeholders.

This role allows the opportunity to work in our office locations, Dundee, Forfar, Montrose, Brechin, Perth, Kinross and Blairgowrie. This role comes with the potential for hybrid working, depending on business needs.

• Manage a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses, charities and organisations across Scotland
• Be part of a friendly and collaborative team that values new ideas
• Enjoy genuine flexibility with hybrid working arrangements
• Access clear career progression opportunities within a growing Top 20 UK firm
• Support and develop the next generation of accounting professionals
• Work with modern systems and a business investing in technology and people

Key responsibilities of an Accounts Managerwill include:

• Manage a portfolio of client assignments, ensuring timely and accurate completion of accounts and tax preparation
• Maintain direct communication with clients to gather information, provide updates, and explain outputs where required
• Attend client meetings to present financial information and address queries
• Onboard new clients and effectively integrate them dealing with everything including scoping, pricing, delivery and payment
• Fee proposals, billing and direct debit responsibilities
• Provide support, assistance, and cover for Assistants and Advisors as required, demonstrating the ability to undertake their responsibilities when necessary
• Review work and provide regular feedback
• Schedule and allocate work within the portfolio, providing technical guidance to Assistants and Advisors when needed
• Stay up to date with developments in accounting and tax relevant to your responsibilities and ensure this knowledge is shared with the team
• Keep informed about updates to software tools in use and train staff accordingly
• Maintain a log of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and deliver training sessions to both staff and clients as appropriate
• Ensure that all processes and checklists are followed and kept up to date
• Ensure all statutory deadlines for accounts and tax return submissions are met
• Oversee and contribute to the preparation and review of Accounts and tax work including relevant analyses, assumptions, and supporting explanations

About you

We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CA, ACCA), and/or evidence of equivalent experience and knowledge
• Proficient in the use of all relevant accounting systems and platforms used internally or on behalf of clients
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and in-depth knowledge of industry/sector-specific issues affecting clients
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients and team members through various channels
• Demonstrates professionalism, a helpful demeanour and enthusiasm in daily work
• Manages time effectively and adheres to company policies and processes

Full benefits available for theAccounts Manager:

• Group life assurance 4 x salary
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company sick pay
• Enhanced paternity and maternity leave
• Opportunity to purchase additional holiday days
• Office, hybrid or home working options available
• Social events
• Access to our employee benefits portal – GP and prescription services, cashback and vouchers on everyday purchases
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Referral Bonus – we’re always looking for talented individuals to join our team
• Regular training and development - continuous development and support not only for your professional qualifications but also for your personal goals and aspirations

About us

TC Group is growing and changing at quite a pace! We’re an ambitious group of people with the same aim – to create a consistent, high-quality experience for our clients. Like us, our client list is growing – we’re supporting more and more of the UK’s ambitious business owners and it’s a real team effort. We’re helping them make courageous decisions to grow their businesses.

We always seek the best talent, looking for individuals who are technically brilliant, solution-focused and continually strive to be the best in class. Each member of our team plays an integral part in creating the unique feel and culture of our business, which in turn helps us continue to grow, develop and evolve. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

We can only accept applications from candidates who are based in the UK and unfortunately, we are unable to provide Sponsorship.

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Hours

Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

Standard benefits across all offices. Please refer to the advert for the full benefits available.Holiday entitlement Pension scheme Group life assurance Access to our corporate reward scheme Employee Assistance Programme Opportunity to develop your skills and progress within the firm Regular training and development