Accounts Manager

ACCA Careers; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCA Careers in Ipswich is seeking an Accounts Manager to oversee accounting and finance operations within a professional services firm. You will manage client portfolios, support teams and collaborate with Directors to ensure financial accuracy and service excellence.

You will lead budgeting and forecasting efforts, coach junior staff, monitor financial systems and drive process improvements while building strong stakeholder relationships across industries.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified or equivalent.
• Experience managing a client portfolio across industries.
• Strong organisational and problem solving skills.
• Experience coaching and mentoring junior team members.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a client portfolio with high level of client responsibility.
• Deal with all elements of client service with support from Director/Partners for technical areas.
• Develop opportunities for the Group and flag to Director/Partner.
• Oversee your team's portfolios.
• Provide guidance and training to team members as needed.
• Monitor financial systems and recommend improvements where required.
• Work closely with stakeholders to meet business objectives.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities.

Skills

Client portfolio management

Budgeting & forecasting

Stakeholder management

Team coaching/mentoring

Accounting & finance principles

Communication

Education

ACA or ACCA Qualified

Job description

As an Accounts Manager in the professional services industry, based in Ipswich, you'll oversee accounting and finance operations to ensure everything runs smoothly. This role involves managing processes, supporting teams, and contributing to the company's financial success.

Client Details

A professional services organisation based in Ipswich.

Description

• Manage a client portfolio with high level of client responsibility
• Deal with all elements of client service with support from Director/Partners for technical areas
• Develop opportunities for the Group and flag to Director/Partner
• Oversee your team's portfolios
• Provide guidance and training to team members as needed.
• Monitor financial systems and recommend improvements where required.
• Work closely with stakeholders to meet business objectives.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities.

Profile

A Successful Accounts Manager Should Have

• Strong knowledge of accounting and finance principles within the professional services sector.
• Experience managing a client portfolio clients from varying industries.
• ACA or ACCA Qualified (or equivalent).
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience coaching and mentoring junior members
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Job Offer

• Salary between £40,000 and £60,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Permanent position with opportunities for professional growth.

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