Accounts Manager

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a dedicated Accounts Manager to join a dynamic practice in Colindale. In this hybrid role, you'll be at the forefront of client interactions, managing a diverse portfolio while overseeing a talented team. You'll engage in innovative projects, ensuring compliance with international standards and delivering exceptional client service. This role is perfect for a proactive professional with a strong technical background and a passion for mentoring others. Join a forward-thinking firm that values collaboration and innovation, and make a significant impact in the world of accounts and audit management.

Qualifications

• At least four years' post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Strong technical background with auditing standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring excellent service.
• Oversee onboarding of new clients and coordinate team communication.
• Prepare and finalize statutory accounts and manage audits.

Skills

Accounts Management

Audit Management

Client Communication

Organisational Skills

Commercial Awareness

Team Leadership

Education

ACA or ACCA Qualified

Tools

CCH Software

Xero

Excel

Job description

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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a full-time Accounts Manager to join a growing practice based in Colindale. Working closely with senior leadership, you will take responsibility for a large and varied portfolio of clients, with the role split approximately 90% accounts and 10% audit work. This is a hybrid role in the office c.3 days a week.

This position offers much more than standard portfolio management - you'll also oversee services for clients where a fully outsourced function is provided, and get involved in exciting projects such as ad-hoc sell-side due diligence, company and group restructures, and other assignments typical of a dynamic mid-tier practice.

Alongside managing statutory accounts and corporation tax requirements, you'll collaborate closely with tax and cloud accounting teams. As an Accounts and Audit Manager, you will lead by example, driving innovation, cultivating strong internal and client relationships, and delivering outstanding results through a collaborative and forward-thinking approach.

You will oversee a team of audit and accounts seniors, semi-seniors, and trainees, mentoring and supporting their development through day-to-day work and formal reviews.

We are looking for a highly articulate, proactive, and presentable professional.

The ideal candidate will:

Be ACA or ACCA qualified with at least four years' post-qualification experience (PQE)

Communicate confidently with clients and colleagues at all levels

Demonstrate quick learning ability and strong organisational skills

Have a solid technical background, including:

Up-to-date knowledge of International Auditing Standards and FRS 102

Experience preparing business plans and forecasts using Excel

Proficiency with CCH software for accounts production and corporation tax

Strong working knowledge of Xero, including information extraction and adjustments

Commercial awareness and an ability to pre-empt client and business needs

Role and Responsibilities:

Manage a portfolio of clients, developing strong relationships and ensuring excellent client service

Seamlessly onboard new clients and coordinate communication across teams

Develop and improve internal systems and processes to enhance workflow efficiency

Act as the main point of contact for all aspects of audit, accounts, and tax

Take ownership of engagements from planning through to completion

Plan staffing requirements, foresee capacity needs, and manage work allocation

Prepare, review, and finalise statutory accounts

Collaborate proactively with other departments to maintain timely and efficient workflows

Represent the firm externally, helping to build contacts and identify business development opportunities

Attend internal and external meetings as required

Work closely with other managers and senior leaders across the business