Audit & Accounts Manager

Audit & Accounts Manager Job Vacancy

Are you looking to join a thriving firm to lead a varied portfolio of clients across a split of audit and accounts? Does a generous suite of benefits and the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis and flexibly appeal to you? If so, this Audit & Accounts Manager job that we are recruiting into in the stunning spa town of Cheltenham could be for you.

This firm of experienced accountants is looking for a detail-orientated and highly organised professional, with good time management and strong IT skills who can oversee the WIP for a significant client portfolio in the legal sector with large associated turnovers. You’ll be ACCA/ACA qualified and have several years of practice experience on your CV.

This Audit and Accounts Manager job in Cheltenham will suit someone who is confident in a client facing role, so excellent communication skills - both written and verbal - will be essential. You will be able to build trusted and long-lasting relationships with clients, whilst always striving to deliver excellence.

You will also be a great motivator of people and possess the ability to nurture and inspire your team.

This role comes with the possibility of progressing upward within the firm and a commitment to your continued professional development. With an enviable suite of benefits including flexible working options and a brilliant package of additional support, we would invite you to get in touch without delay to register your interest in this role confidentially.

Job Purpose

• Management of audits, from planning to completion including reviewing SRA accounts rules and some field work.
• Preparation of accounts for a diverse range of clients in the legal sector, as well as tax computations.
• Lead a portfolio of clients, from resource planning to WIP and budget management.
• Work closely with clients to build trusted relationships, being the go-to for support.
• Deliver a strong commercial awareness, reviewing opportunities for fee development.Confidently present work to Partners, completing files to a high standard.
• Be a part of discussions around restructuring, valuations, mergers, succession planning.
• Underpin audit and accounts matters with current legislation and compliance.
• Handle compliance queries from clients, acting as the main point of contact and delivering clear communications.
• Provide quotes and estimate fees.
• Assist with pitching to new clients and attending networking opportunities, championing new business for the firm.
• Delegate work to, and mentor new trainees, supporting with their learning and development
• Set an example for the team as a natural leader

About The Employer

This reputable, independent firm in Cheltenham serves a large portfolio of clients in the legal sector and is proud of its first-class reputation and provides trusted accountancy services to a varied portfolio of clients, offering specialist knowledge across all areas of accountancy.

Known for its people-led approach, this firm works with its loyal clients providing all the services expected of a modern accountancy practice. This firm’s USP is that they get to know their clients on a deeper level and take the time to develop a bespoke financial support strategy that works for them.

This opportunity will suit someone who can step into the role and inspire the people around them, setting an example to junior staff and working closely with clients to deliver the best possible service.

What’s On Offer

• £50,000 to £65,000 per annum.
• Permanent role.
• A diverse and interesting range of clients and projects to become involved in.
• Flexible working options.
• Hybrid working.
• Professional development opportunities to Partnership level.
• Generous annual leave and company pension.
• Health and wellbeing benefits.
• Corporate and social responsibility.
• Stunning offices.

The Successful Applicant

• ACA or ACCA qualified or QBE with demonstrable accountancy practise experience.
• Strong knowledge of audit and general accounting.
• Up-to-date technical knowledge (to include UK GAAP, Companies Act legislation)
• Enhanced attention to detail and risk analysis skills.
• Able to develop enhanced client relationships and integrate themselves into each client’s way of working.
• Excellent work ethic.
• Self-motivated and reliable who is eager to progress
• Confident in leading, nurturing and inspiring a team.
• Effective communication skills are essential, both verbal and written.
• Commercial awareness, with confidence to provide suggestions to Partners.

About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.

Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new auditor jobs and accountancy jobs, in Cheltenham and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.