Senior Accounts Manager — Hybrid & Growth Advisory

The Abbey; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Career progression

Work-life balance

Professional development

Leadership exposure

Job summary

The Abbey in Manchester is seeking an Accounts Manager to own a varied portfolio, act as trusted adviser, oversee compliance work and support strategic business matters while leading a team of accountants.

You'll work with Directors and Partners, review statutory and management accounts, develop client relationships, mentor junior staff, ensure deadlines and high-quality delivery, and contribute to practice growth with a proactive, commercial approach.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience in an accountancy practice.
• Strong accounts preparation and review experience.
• Experience managing a portfolio of clients.
• Excellent technical accounting knowledge.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.
• Experience supervising or mentoring staff.
• Proactive and commercial approach to client service.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Experience with owner-managed businesses and SME clients is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of owner-managed businesses, SMEs and corporate clients.
• Reviewing statutory accounts and management accounts.
• Acting as the main point of contact for client queries and advisory requirements.
• Managing client relationships and identifying opportunities to add value.
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members, reviewing their work and encouraging development.
• Ensuring client deadlines are met and work is delivered to a high standard.
• Assisting Directors and Partners with practice development initiatives.
• Contributing to the ongoing growth and success of the firm.

Skills

Accounts management

Client portfolio management

Technical accounting knowledge

Communication skills

Mentoring staff

Deadline management

Business advisory

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

The Abbey in Manchester is seeking an Accounts Manager to own a varied portfolio, act as trusted adviser, oversee compliance work and support strategic business matters while leading a team of accountants.

You'll work with Directors and Partners, review statutory and management accounts, develop client relationships, mentor junior staff, ensure deadlines and high-quality delivery, and contribute to practice growth with a proactive, commercial approach.