Accounts Manager - Practice

Butler Rose Ltd; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in Macclesfield is seeking a Manager to oversee client portfolios and lead a team in delivering high-quality accounting services. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with over 5 years of experience. Responsibilities include managing client relationships, ensuring compliance with regulations, and preparing accounts. This role offers a salary up to £63,000, generous holiday benefits, and flexible working options.

Benefits

36 days holiday inclusive of public holidays

Flexible working options

Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution

Life assurance cover (4× annual salary)

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Employee assistance programme

Paid volunteer time

Referral scheme

Qualifications

• At least 5 years post-qualified experience in practice is required.
• Strong interpersonal skills needed for effective communication.
• Proven track record in managing teams and client portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team to deliver high-quality accountancy services.
• Oversee a portfolio of clients ensuring timely delivery of accounts.
• Monitor job progress, billing targets, and deadlines.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Reporting skills

Commercial awareness

Team management

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA)

Tools

IRIS

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Word

Excel

Job description

Manager - Accountancy Practice

Macclesfield

Up to £63,000

Are you an experienced accountant looking for a hands‑on, client‑facing role where you can lead a team and make a real impact? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and growing accountancy practice, managing client portfolios while overseeing the delivery of accounting services across the office.

Benefits

• 36 days holiday inclusive of public holidays and Christmas closure, with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days
• Flexible working options
• Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution and optional salary sacrifice scheme
• Life assurance cover (4× annual salary)
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/shared parental pay and sick pay
• Employee assistance programme (legal, medical, bereavement, CBT & managerial support)
• Paid volunteer time and an annual charitable donation on your behalf
• Referral scheme
• Long service enhancements to pension contribution and holiday entitlement

What you’ll be doing

• Managing a team to deliver high‑quality accountancy services
• Overseeing a portfolio of clients and ensuring timely delivery of accounts
• Monitoring job progress, billing targets, and deadlines
• Preparing accounts for limited companies and corporation tax computations/returns
• Planning, preparing, and executing client personal tax returns
• Building positive working relationships with clients and the practice team
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant financial regulations
• Using software including IRIS, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, Word, and Excel
• Providing technical guidance and development support to colleagues and trainees
• Handling client queries efficiently and professionally

What we’re looking for

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with at least 5 years post‑qualified experience in practice
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues at all levels
• Excellent reporting skills and commercial awareness
• Confident in giving recommendations and advice to clients
• Proven track record in managing teams and client portfolios

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a supportive and forward‑thinking firm, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.