Accounts Manager

Clear IT Recruitment; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Accounts Manager to lead a team in Northampton. The role includes managing client portfolios and ensuring high-quality accounts preparation. Applicants should be ACA or ACCA qualified with relevant experience and strong management skills. This full-time position offers hybrid working and a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive holiday package

Management Development Programme

Wellness platform access

Qualifications

• At least 3 years post-qualified experience in UK practice.
• Minimum 2 years management experience.
• Experience with charity accounts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Line manage and develop staff within the accounts team.
• Oversee workflow and ensure high standards in statutory accounts preparation.
• Manage incoming accounts work and allocate resources efficiently.

Skills

UK GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Client management

Excel proficiency

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Manager to join our Northampton Accounts team. This role offers the opportunity to lead and develop the accounts team, manage a varied client portfolio, and contribute to high-quality accounts preparation within a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Hybrid and flexible working options are available.

Responsibilities

• Line manage and develop staff within the accounts team.
• Oversee workflow and ensure high standards in the preparation of statutory accounts (FRS102, FRS102 1A, and FRS105).
• Manage incoming accounts work, allocate resources efficiently, and highlight potential gaps.
• Review accounts and corporation tax computations and returns.
• Liaise with clients and Partners to resolve queries and communicate key points.
• Manage a mixed portfolio of FRS105, FRS102 1A accounts, and unincorporated businesses.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of accounts workflow procedures.

Candidate Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified with at least 3 years post-qualified experience in UK practice.
• Minimum 2 years management experience.
• Strong UK GAAP / financial reporting knowledge.
• Experience in charity accounts and independent examinations preferred.
• Excellent communication, client management, and interpersonal skills.
• Confident, professional, and proactive with strong IT skills, particularly Excel.
• Team player able to deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

Employment Details

• Full-time, permanent role.
• Hybrid working: three days in-office, up to two days remote.
• Flexible working around core hours (10am-4pm).

Benefits

• Competitive holiday package (25 days + flexible options) and dedicated Wellbeing Day.
• Management Development Programme and ERIC recognition awards.
• Long service awards and regular employee events.
• Employee benefits including EAP, MYNDUP wellbeing platform, Health Cash Plan, Electric Vehicle and Pension Salary Sacrifice Schemes, Cycle to Work, Bus Pass discounts and loans, and client/employee referral bonuses.
• Death in Service Life Assurance and enhanced family leave policies.
• Exposure to a wide range of clients and opportunity to develop technical and leadership skills.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful