Accounts Manager

Howett Thorpe; Godalming; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established UK practice is seeking an experienced Accounts Manager to lead a team of senior accountants while enhancing internal workflows. In this role, you will manage client portfolios and provide proactive advice on statutory accounts and tax matters. The position offers flexible hybrid working, 25 days of holiday, and opportunities to progress to Director or Partner level within a supportive environment focused on professional development.

Benefits

Hybrid working with flexibility

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Collaborative team environment

Career progression potential

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a UK firm.
• Proven experience managing senior accountants and reviewing their work.
• Strong experience with statutory accounts and personal tax.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review the work of senior accountants to maintain professional standards.
• Take ownership of a portfolio of clients and provide proactive advice.
• Identify and implement improvements to internal processes and workflows.

Skills

Management of senior accountants

Statutory accounts preparation

Personal tax advice

Process improvement

Collaboration

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

This is a unique opportunity to join a well-established UK practice as an Accounts Manager. The role offers the successful candidate the chance to leave their mark and improve internal processes while supporting a close-knit team.

Accounts Manager – About The Role

You will manage a team of senior accountants, reviewing their work and helping clients achieve their goals. This is a role where your experience will directly influence the way the office operates, with plenty of scope to introduce improvements and drive efficiency. The office operates independently but benefits from being part of a wider group. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are offered to support a good work-life balance.Key responsibilities include:

• Manage and review the work of senior accountants, ensuring high-quality output and providing guidance where necessary to maintain professional standards
• Take ownership of a portfolio of clients, delivering proactive advice and supporting them in achieving both statutory and strategic objectives
• Identify opportunities to improve internal processes and workflows, implementing solutions to drive efficiency and enhance team performance
• Advise clients on statutory accounts and personal tax matters, providing clarity and practical recommendations tailored to their circumstances
• Work closely with leadership to shape office strategy and operations, contributing to both short-term goals and long-term business development
• Opportunity to progress to Director/Partner level for the right candidate, taking on increased responsibility and influence within the firm

The successful Accounts Manager will have:

• ACA or ACCA qualified with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a UK firm
• Proven experience managing senior accountants and reviewing their work
• Strong experience with statutory accounts and personal tax
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a close-knit team
• Ambition to influence processes and contribute to office development

Accounts Manager – Benefits

• Hybrid working with flexibility to fit around personal commitments
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Opportunity to take ownership of processes and drive improvements within the office
• Career progression potential to Director/Partner level
• Collaborative, supportive team environment with a focus on professional development