Accounts Manager

Accounts Manager - Practice
Full Time & Permanent
Swindon
Up to 52,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Do you possess at least 5 years accounting experience within Practice?
Are you a proactive and enthusiastic accountant looking for a new challenge?
Do you enjoy the rewards of supervising and mentoring junior staff members?

If you have answered "Yes" to all of the above, then I would very much like to hear from you!

Our client is a growing accountancy firm in Swindon and their friendly team specialise in providing comprehensive accounting solutions to a diverse portfolio of clients.

They are now looking to recruit an experienced Accounts Manager to cover the below responsibilities;-

• Supervising and mentoring junior staff members, offering guidance and support in accounts preparation, tax compliance, and VAT returns.
• Reviewing year end accounts, management accounts and VAT returns prepared by junior staff.
• Preparing accounts for limited companies, with a focus on tackling their more challenging sets of accounts.
• Acting as a dedicated Client Support Manager for a diverse portfolio of clients, cultivating strong relationships and providing exceptional service tailored to their individual needs.
• Providing expert advice and training to clients on bookkeeping software, particularly Xero, to streamline their financial processes and enhance efficiency.
• Offering on-the-job training and support to team members, facilitating their professional development and progression within the firm.

About You - The Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in practice, demonstrating proficiency in handling complex accounts for a range of clients. While formal qualifications such as Chartered or Certified status are desirable, they value practical experience and expertise above all else. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential, along with a passion for mentoring and guiding junior staff members.

• 5+ years of experience in a practice environment, with a strong background in preparing accounts for small businesses with turnovers of up to 7 million.
• Previous experience in mentoring or training junior staff members is preferred.
• A proactive and enthusiastic attitude, with a commitment to upholding their company values of Continuous Improvement, Accountability, Compassion/Care, Integrity, and Teamwork.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering exceptional service and driving continuous improvement. In addition to salary based on skills, experience, and qualifications, they offer a range of benefits including a staff pension scheme, life insurance, a bonus scheme, free parking, and flexible working hours.