Assistant Manager, Accountancy Practice — Client Leadership

SW Group; Kirkcaldy; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Pension contribution

Generous holiday package

Cycle to work scheme

Eye care support

Job summary

S&W in the UK seeks a talented qualified Accountant with experience in an accountancy practice to provide efficient client service, liaising with departments and supporting administration for smooth department operations.

The permanent role is based at Edinburgh, Stirling or Kirkcaldy, with four days per week in the office. As Assistant Manager you will prepare accounts under FRS 102, guide juniors, manage client portfolios and maintain high standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in accountancy practice with FRS 102 accounts for OMBs
• Client-facing experience in a professional services firm
• Experience preparing accounts in a practice setting
• Ability to organise self and others and handle multiple assignments
• Ability to monitor costs against client budgets
• Qualified accountant ACA/CA/ACCA or equivalent
• Experience with IRIS and Xero

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts for a range of companies under FRS 102
• Support junior team members in developing technical skills
• Manage a portfolio of clients to deliver high-quality work on time
• Establish relationships with key client contacts
• Provide efficient and proactive service and exceed expectations
• Identify issues and resolve with the client Partner or Director

Skills

Practice experience

Client-facing

Budget monitoring

Multi-tasking

Team guidance

Education

ACA/CA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

IRIS

Xero

Job description

S&W in the UK seeks a talented qualified Accountant with experience in an accountancy practice to provide efficient client service, liaising with departments and supporting administration for smooth department operations.

The permanent role is based at Edinburgh, Stirling or Kirkcaldy, with four days per week in the office. As Assistant Manager you will prepare accounts under FRS 102, guide juniors, manage client portfolios and maintain high standards.