Accounts Team Manager

Workforce Staffing Ltd; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional accounting firm in Worcestershire is looking for an experienced Accounts Team Manager. The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA qualified with a minimum of 3 years of experience in client management and financial compliance. Responsibilities include reviewing financial statements, managing a portfolio of clients, and mentoring junior team members. This full-time permanent role offers competitive salary and benefits including flexible working options and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Pension contributions

Private health plan benefits

Flexible working options

Free on-site parking

Ongoing training and professional development

Clear path for career progression

Qualifications

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience in practice.
• Proven experience managing a portfolio of clients.

Responsibilities

• Review financial statements for limited companies and sole traders.
• Draft advisory notes with the support of Senior Managers/Directors.
• Manage your own portfolio of clients.

Skills

Financial compliance understanding

Client relationship management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Xero proficiency

Education

ACA / ACCA qualification

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Accounts Team Manager
Team: Accounts Department
Location Worcestershire
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

What’s on offer!

• Competitive salary, DOE
• 26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Pension contributions
• Private health plan benefits
• Flexible working options
• Free on-site parking
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear path for career progression

About the Role:

We're seeking a proactive and experienced Accounts Manager to join a growing team the accountancy firm is based in the heart of Worcestershire. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified professional who enjoys managing client relationships, leading teams, and delivering high-quality accountancy services across a diverse portfolio. As a key member of our Accounts team, you'll work closely with Directors and Senior Managers, provide technical expertise, and help mentor and develop junior team members. If you thrive in a client-facing environment and are looking for a role that offers variety, challenge, and career progression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review financial statements for limited companies and sole traders
• Review and sign off on corporation tax returns
• Draft advisory notes with the support of Senior Managers/Directors
• Support personal tax compliance and review annual personal tax filings
• Ensure accurate financial statement disclosures in line with reporting standards
• Manage your own portfolio of clients and act as their main point of contact
• Coordinate with clients to ensure compliance with all deadlines and reporting requirements
• Assist in the delivery of services across Accounts, Tax, VAT, Payroll, and Company Secretarial
• Build and maintain strong, trusted client relationships
• Provide ad hoc financial and business advice to clients
• Support clients with implementing internal systems and accounting software (e.g., Xero)
• Relay technical knowledge confidently and clearly to clients
• Mentor and support Senior Associates and Supervisors in their development

Essential Skills & Experience:

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience in practice
• Proven experience managing a portfolio of clients
• Strong understanding of financial and tax compliance for SMEs
• Up-to-date technical knowledge and commitment to ongoing CPD
• Confident using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Proficient in Xero; experience with Iris, Alpha, QuickBooks, and Sage 50 is a bonus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and analytical abilities
• A natural team player with leadership potential and mentoring experience
• Comfortable working under pressure and managing competing deadlines

To apply:
Please submit your CV to (url removed) or if you want to have a chat about this role in more detail, please contact me on (phone number removed)