Senior Manager / Associate Director

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Job summary

A leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Leatherhead is seeking an Audit & Accounts Senior Manager / Associate Director. This newly created role offers the opportunity to manage client portfolios, oversee audits, and support team development while working in a hybrid environment. Candidates should be ACA or ACCA qualified with strong leadership skills and a desire for professional growth.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Flexible working practices

Car parking

Rapid progression to Director level

Qualifications

• Strong technical experience in audit and accounts.
• Proven ability to lead teams and develop client relationships.
• Ambition to obtain Practicing Certificate and RI status.

Responsibilities

• Managing a diverse portfolio of SMEs, groups, LLPs, and charities.
• Overseeing audit assignments from planning to completion.
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Technical Audit Expertise

Cloud Systems Familiarity

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Tools

Xero

Job description

Audit & Accounts Senior Manager / Associate Director Leatherhead, Surrey

£75,000 £85,000 + Benefits Hybrid and Flexible Working

Are you a qualified accountant looking for a senior leadership role with a clear route to Director?

This is a newly created opportunity with a forward-thinking firm of Chartered Accountants based along the A3 corridor in Leatherhead. The firm is modern, independent, and fast-growing, offering you the chance to work with an impressive client base, take on real responsibility, and progress to Director within 1 3 years.

The Firm:

• An independent and growing practice with a modern, inclusive culture.
• Based in Leatherhead with easy access from Guildford, Epsom, Woking, and surrounding areas.
• Full-service firm offering audit, accounts, tax, and outsourced services.
• A training firm for ACA and ACCA students with an excellent support structure.

The Role - Key Responsibilities:

• Client-facing senior position managing a diverse portfolio of SMEs, groups, LLPs, and charities.
• Review and preparation of statutory accounts under FRS102.
• Oversee audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Deliver advisory and business support services to privately owned businesses.
• Support and mentor junior team members and active studiers.
• Collaborate closely with the Partners to deliver quality client service and drive growth.
• Play a key part in the strategic development of the firm as a future Director.

What we are looking for:

• ACA or ACCA-qualified accountant with strong technical experience in audit and accounts.
• Proven ability to lead teams and develop client relationships.
• Ambition to obtain your Practising Certificate and RI status.
• Interest in building your career as a general practitioner.
• Comfortable working with cloud-based systems (Xero preferred).

What s in it for you?

• Collaborative, people-first culture with an excellent package
• Salary in the region of £75,000 £85,000 depending on experience.
• Hybrid working, car parking, and flexible working practices.
• Genuine opportunity for rapid progression to Director level.

Next Steps

Apply now for this Audit & Accounts Senior Manager / Associate Director role, and we will aim to respond to all suitable applicants within 48 hours. For a confidential conversation, please get in touch to arrange a good time to chat.

About Fletcher George

Fletcher George is a Leatherhead-based financial recruiter. We are committed to building diverse and inclusive workplaces and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

We act as an employment agency for this role.

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