Business Services Accounts Manager

Nxtgen Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious accountancy firm in Norwich seeks an experienced Accounts Manager to oversee client relationships and produce complex management accounts. You will lead a growing team and collaborate directly with a Partner on strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will be ICAEW, ACCA, or CIMA qualified, with a strong background in management accounting and experience using tools like Xero and QuickBooks. This role offers significant autonomy and a pathway for advancement within a high-growth environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Previous experience in an accountancy practice.
• Strong knowledge of financial operations and management accounting.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients.
• Produce complex management accounts for various entities.
• Prepare and present valuable client reporting packs.
• Review year-end accounts and tax returns for compliance.
• Build, lead, and mentor a growing team.
• Work with a Partner to shape team future.
• Enhance clients' finance systems for efficiency.

Skills

Financial operations knowledge

Management accounting

Interpersonal skills

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Excel

Education

ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA qualification or equivalent

Job description

NXTGEN is delighted to be working closely with a highly regarded and ambitious accountancy firm in Norwich to recruit an Accounts Manager for their growing Business Services team. This is a truly unique opportunity to join the firm at an early stage of their exciting growth journey, giving you the autonomy to shape the future of the team and the services they deliver.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients, managing relationships and delivering exceptional service.
• Produce complex management accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Prepare and present reporting packs to provide clients with valuable insights for strategic decision‑making.
• Review year‑end accounts and tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Build, lead and mentor a growing team, fostering a high‑performance and collaborative culture.
• Work directly with a Partner to shape the future of the team and identify opportunities for growth.
• Continuously review and enhance clients’ finance systems and processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

What We’re Looking For:

• ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA qualification or equivalent.
• Previous experience in an accountancy practice, with strong knowledge of financial operations and management accounting.
• Confident using Xero, QuickBooks, Sage and Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships with a diverse range of clients.

If you’re looking for a role that offers real autonomy, early involvement in a high‑growth team, and a fast‑track route to progression – all within a supportive and flexible environment – this could be the perfect fit. Contact Annie today for more details.