Assistant Manager

Autograph Recruitment; Chard Town; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Flexibility in working arrangements

Employer committed to mental health and wellbeing

On-site parking

Company events

Job summary

Autograph Recruitment is seeking an Accounts Assistant Manager for a well-established accountancy practice in Chard, Somerset. This role offers the chance to manage a client portfolio while mentoring junior staff and collaborating closely with Directors.

The ideal candidate will have experience in an accountancy practice, be ACA/ACCA qualified or part-qualified, and possess strong communication skills. The position includes flexible working arrangements, private medical insurance, and commitment to employee wellbeing.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in accountancy within practice.
• Excellent client management and communication skills.
• Ability to mentor and support junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients as the main point of contact.
• Prepare accounts, tax, and VAT returns.
• Support Directors with ad-hoc work and fee billing.
• Mentor junior team members and review accounts prepared by others.

Skills

Experience working within accountancy practice

Strong communication and client-facing skills

Confident managing deadlines and multiple priorities

Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

Education

ACA / ACCA qualified or part-qualified

Job description

Overview

Autograph Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a well-established accountancy practice in Chard, Somerset, who are looking to appoint an Accounts Assistant Manager to join their growing team.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced practice professional to take ownership of a client portfolio while supporting junior staff and working closely with Directors.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients as the main point of contact
• Preparation of accounts, tax and VAT returns
• Handling client queries and drafting correspondence
• Supporting Directors with ad-hoc work and fee billing
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members
• Reviewing accounts prepared by others (with Director support)

Ideal Candidate / Qualifications

• Experience working within accountancy practice
• ACA / ACCA qualified or part-qualified (preferred)
• Confident managing deadlines and multiple priorities
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Flexible working arrangements
• Private medical insurance, pension and wellness benefits
• On-site parking and company events
• Employer committed to mental health and wellbeing

Interested?

For more information or to apply confidentially, please contact:

Jasmine Autograph Recruitment
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All applications will be handled in strict confidence.