Practice Manager

Butler Rose Ltd; Wickford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accountancy practice in Wickford is seeking a dedicated Office Manager to oversee daily operations and improve office efficiency. With a salary range of £35,000 - £50,000, this key role requires at least 7 years of accountancy experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive mindset. The successful candidate will manage job scheduling, implement new systems, and support junior staff development within a supportive team environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional looking for a long-term career within a stable practice.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Potential discretionary bonus

Opportunity to build a client portfolio

High-impact role with autonomy

Long-term career opportunity

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in an accountancy practice.
• Strong background in reviewing accounts work and supporting junior staff.
• Comfortable taking ownership of office operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Wickford office.
• Manage job scheduling across various service lines.
• Design and implement new scheduling and workflow systems.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Highly organised

Proactive mindset

Ability to manage competing deadlines

Experience in reviewing accounts work

Tools

IRIS

Sage

TaxCalc

Job description

Overview

Practice Manager – Wickford – £35,000 - £50,000

An established and growing accountancy practice with a strong presence is looking to appoint a dedicated Office Manager. This is a key, trusted role within the business and will suit an experienced practice professional who enjoys responsibility, structure and improving how an office runs.

Role Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Wickford office to ensure efficient and professional service delivery
• Manage job scheduling across the entire office, covering audit, accounts production, bookkeeping, VAT, MTD and outsourced services
• Design and implement a new scheduling and workflow system to improve visibility, efficiency and deadlines
• Act as a senior point of contact for internal queries and, where needed, client enquiries
• Review work prepared by junior staff, primarily limited company accounts (typically £500k-£2m turnover), providing constructive feedback before partner review
• Support client onboarding processes, engagement letters and document management
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements including AML and GDPR
• Maintain secure, accurate and well-organised filing systems
• Monitor and update filing deadlines to ensure all statutory obligations are met
• Support recruitment, onboarding and staff training logistics
• Manage holiday calendars, time off tracking and time recording
• Assist partners with performance administration, fee analysis and job recovery
• Oversee and optimise the use of practice systems including IRIS, Sage and TaxCalc, identifying opportunities to improve workflows through technology

Personal Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years' experience working within an accountancy practice
• Strong background in reviewing accounts work and supporting junior staff development
• Highly organised with the confidence to manage competing deadlines across multiple service lines
• Comfortable taking ownership of office operations and acting as a central hub for the team
• Strong communication skills with both colleagues and clients
• Proactive mindset with a genuine interest in improving processes and systems

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Potential discretionary bonus linked to office performance
• Opportunity to build and grow a small personal client portfolio, depending on preference and capacity
• High-impact role with real autonomy and influence over how the office operates
• Long-term career opportunity within a stable and well-established practice

If you are an experienced practice professional looking for a senior operational role where you can make a real difference and take ownership of how an office runs, this could be an excellent next step.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.