Accounts Supervisor/Manager

ProTalent Limited; Godalming; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established and forward-thinking accountancy firm is seeking an Accounts Supervisor or Manager to join their dynamic team in Godalming. This role offers the chance to work with a diverse portfolio of clients, providing compliance services and mentoring junior staff. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with accounting standards, while also fostering strong client relationships. The firm prides itself on its collaborative culture and offers opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal environment for someone looking to advance their career in accountancy. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality service and developing talent, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Hybrid/flexible working options

Supportive environment for progression

Collaborative culture with strong staff retention

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong technical knowledge of FRS 102 and accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting junior accountants.
• Reviewing statutory accounts and VAT returns.
• Building long-term client relationships.

Skills

Team Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Technical Accounting Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

ACA or ACCA Qualified

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Accounts Supervisor / Manager

Location: Godalming, Surrey
Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract: Full-time, permanent

An established and forward-thinking accountancy firm in Godalming is looking to appoint a confident and capable Accounts Supervisor or Manager to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practice professional who enjoys reviewing accounts, mentoring junior staff, and delivering a high standard of service to a varied client base.

Working with a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses, SMEs and larger corporate clients, you’ll play a key role in the smooth delivery of compliance services, team supervision, and client management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervising and supporting a team of junior and part-qualified accountants

• Reviewing statutory accounts, management accounts, and VAT returns prepared by junior staff

• Preparing complex accounts and overseeing year-end processes for larger or technically demanding clients

• Ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with current accounting standards and tax regulations

• Providing feedback, training and development to team members

• Acting as a point of contact for client queries, building strong long-term relationships

• Supporting partners with workflow planning, billing, and managing deadlines

What We’re Looking For:

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)

• Solid experience within a UK accountancy practice (ideally 5+ years)

• Previous experience reviewing junior work and leading teams is essential

• Strong technical knowledge of FRS 102 and accounting standards

• Confident communicator, capable of managing client relationships professionally

• Proficient in cloud-based accounting software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks, Sage) and relevant accounts production tools

Why Join This Firm?

• Collaborative, people-focused culture with a strong reputation for staff retention

• Interesting and varied client base with plenty of technical challenge

• Supportive environment with opportunities for progression into a more senior managerial role

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Hybrid/flexible working options available

This role would suit a current Supervisor or Assistant Manager ready for a step up, or an established Manager looking for a fresh challenge in a professional yet down-to-earth firm.