Accounts Assistant Manager

Accounts Assistant ManagerOur client is a dynamic and innovative company that specialises in providing tailored accountancy and tax advisory services to a wide range of clients including SMEs, high net worth individuals and large multinational corporations. They are committed to helping our clients navigate the ever changing financial landscape and help assist our clients achieve their business and personal goals through being their trusted advisor.Our client believes that our people are our greatest asset, and we are looking for a highly motivated and empowering Accounts Assistant Manager to join our team. In this position you will play a critical role in our organisation, working closely with our clients to provide accounting and tax knowledge and become an integral part of their business.We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that values creativity, collaboration, and professional development. We believe in empowering our employees to take ownership of their work and make meaningful contributions to our clients' success.In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer numerous opportunities for career advancement and growth, including ongoing training and development programs, mentorship, and exposure to a diverse range of clients and industries.If you are a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and strategic thinker with a passion for accounts and a track record of success in the industry, we would love to hear from you. Key responsibilities of this role include

• Managing a portfolio of clients including reviewing year end statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders for senior management review
• Reviewing corporation tax computations and returns
• Completion/reviewing and filing monthly and quarterly VAT returns under all types of VAT schemes
• Reviewing monthly and quarterly management accounts to a high standard
• Liaising with clients on technical queries and assisting with any software related queries
• Assist with the development and training of junior members of the team and assist with managing team workflow
• Deliver excellent client service
• Ad-hoc work to support the Partners

Desired skills and experience

• 1-2 years post qualified with ACA/ACCA
• Minimum 3 years' experience working in practice
• Working knowledge of UK GAAP and FRS 102
• Sound accounting system knowledge and experience of CCH, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks and Alphatax, preferred but not essential
• Ability to develop strong client relationships
• Hands on, diligent and able to demonstrate excellent client interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to multi-task
• Good attention to detail
• Proficient with Excel, Word and Outlook
• Team player with a strong work ethic and drive
• Ability to work under own initiative and to tight deadlines

Remuneration Package

• Competitive salary, subject to experience
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements including flexitime and working from home.
• Office closing at 2.30pm every Friday
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Pension scheme
• 23 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays), this increases by one day a year for each year of service, up to a total of 28 days;
• Access to our corporate reward scheme
• Quarterly social events
• Free onsite parking

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