Manager - Medical Accounts / Practice

Reed; Chard Town; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Company pension

Flexible schedule

On-site parking

Sick pay

Wellness programmes and company events

Hybrid working

Paid overtime or extra holiday

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Competitive salary

Job summary

Reed in the South West seeks an Accounts Manager or Assistant Manager to take ownership of a diverse client portfolio. The role is based in Chard, Somerset, full-time with 37.5 hours per week and a supportive, open culture.

You will manage client relationships, review accounts and VAT/tax returns, and prepare insightful reports while liaising with HMRC and other stakeholders. Training is provided and career development is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience in accountancy practice, Ideally ACA/ACCA qualified or part-qualified.
• Strong client-facing communication and relationship skills.
• Organised, deadline-driven, able to manage multiple tasks.
• Proficient with accounting software and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Review accounts, tax returns, VAT returns, and prepare reports.
• Draft professional correspondence and client letters.
• Raise accurate invoices and monitor deadlines.
• Follow up on outstanding client fees and assist directors with workload.
• Coordinate with HMRC and other external stakeholders.

Skills

ACA/ACCA qualified

Client-facing

Organised

Deadline-driven

Accounting software

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification progress (or part-qualified)

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Accounts Manager

Location: Chard, Somerset

A well-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice with a reputation for delivering exceptional client service across the South West is now looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Manager or Assistant Manager to join their dynamic team and take ownership of a diverse client portfolio. The position is full time, 37.5 hours per week.

Despite having nearly 100 employees, this practice has maintained a genuine 'open door' culture. Directors remain approachable, hierarchy is kept to a minimum, and staff are encouraged to collaborate and learn from one another. The environment is supportive and laid back rather than overly corporate, making it a great fit for those who value teamwork and accessibility to senior leadership.

What You'll Be Doing

As a key member of our team, you'll be responsible for managing client relationships and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Your day-to-day will include:

• Acting as the main point of contact for clients and their portfolios
• Reviewing accounts, tax returns, VAT returns, and preparing insightful reports
• Drafting professional correspondence and letters to clients
• Raising accurate invoices in a timely manner
• Ensuring deadlines are met for both you and your team
• Monitoring and following up on outstanding client fees
• Handling new client enquiries with confidence and clarity
• Supporting directors with their workload as needed
• Liaising with external stakeholders such as HMRC on behalf of clients

What We are Looking For

We're seeking someone who is:

• Experienced in accountancy practice (ideally ACA/ACCA qualified or part-qualified)
• A confident communicator with strong client-facing skills
• Organised, deadline-driven, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a team
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office toolsMedical accounts experience is not necessary and full training will be given

Why Join ?

We are a well-established firm with a reputation for quality and client care. You will be part of a supportive team, with opportunities to develop and grow professionally.

We provide staff with a wide range of benefits, including private medical insurance, company pension, flexible schedule, on-site parking, sick pay, wellness programmes and company events, hybrid working, paid overtime (or opportunity to take any overtime as additional holiday), 25 days holiday plus bank hols, competitive salary.

• private medical insurance
• company pension
• flexible schedule
• on-site parking
• sick pay
• wellness programmes and company events
• hybrid working
• paid overtime (or opportunity to take any overtime as additional holiday)
• 25 days holiday plus bank hols
• competitive salary

Retaining a loyal team of staff is key to providing continuity of service to our clients who appreciate dealing with individuals who have built up a good relationship with them and have a detailed knowledge of their business.