Accounts Manager - Bideford

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions; Northam; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Bideford is seeking a proactive Accounts Manager to manage their own client portfolio and lead a small team. This role includes reviewing financial statements and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should be ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent, with strong leadership and communication skills. The position offers competitive salary and flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual review

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Pension contributions

Health and wellbeing benefits

Cycle-to-work scheme

Private medical options

Qualifications

• Qualified by experience also considered.
• Strong background in accounts preparation and tax.
• Experience working at manager level in an accountancy practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor junior team members.
• Build trusted relationships with clients.
• Review and prepare financial statements and tax computations.

Skills

Accounts preparation

Tax knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cloud accounting systems

Job description

Overview

Accounts Manager – Location: Bideford

Hours: Monday to Friday 36.25 hours per week (flexible and hybrid working available)

Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 per annum

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions, operating as an employment business, are currently recruiting for a proactive Accounts Manager to join their practice in Bideford. You'll manage your own portfolio of clients, lead and develop a small team, and play a key role in providing practical, high-quality advice to businesses across North Devon. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow into a senior leadership role in a supportive and people-focused practice.

Role and responsibilities

• Manage and mentor junior team members, overseeing workflow and development.
• Build trusted relationships with a varied client base, acting as their main point of contact.
• Review and prepare financial statements, tax computations, and VAT returns.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC and Companies House requirements.
• Provide forward-thinking advice to help clients improve profitability and efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to enhance client support and service delivery.

About you / Qualifications

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent), or qualified by experience.
• Strong background in accounts preparation and tax for both incorporated and unincorporated businesses.
• Experience working at manager level within an accountancy practice.
• Supportive leadership style with great communication and organisational skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and familiar with cloud accounting systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual review.
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with option to carry over one week.
• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• Pension contributions rising with service.
• Health and wellbeing benefits including Employee Assistance Programme.
• Additional perks such as cycle-to-work scheme and private medical options.

How to apply

To apply for this position, please submit your CV via the Apply Now button or contact Shannon Bunch on (url removed).