Home
Wetherby
Financial manager
Assistant Manager - Chartered Accountants

Assistant Manager - Chartered Accountants

IPS Group

Posted 15 hours ago, valid for 15 days

Wetherby, West Yorkshire LS22 6SH

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

Sonic Summary

A well-established Chartered Accountants firm in Wetherby is looking for an experienced Assistant Manager to join their team.
The role involves managing a client portfolio, overseeing day-to-day operations, and ensuring high standards of client service.
Candidates should have proven experience in a similar role, strong client relationship skills, and excellent IT skills, particularly with Xero.
The position offers a competitive salary, although the exact amount is not specified in the job description.
This opportunity is ideal for someone with a proactive mindset ready to contribute to ongoing projects and business development initiatives.

A well-established and forward looking firm of Chartered Accountants based in Wetherby is seeking a proactive and experienced Assistant Manager to join the team.This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to take on a client-facing role, managing their own portfolio while playing a key part in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounts department. The successful candidate will work closely with senior management to ensure a high standard of client service and departmental efficiency.Key Responsibilities:

Managing a varied portfolio of clients, acting as the primary point of contact.
Reviewing work prepared by junior team members and assisting in their development.
Supporting the Accounts Manager in the operational management of the accounts department.
Ensuring the smooth delivery of services including year-end accounts, VAT, and management reporting.
Playing a hands-on role in ongoing firm-wide projects and business development initiatives.

Key Requirements:

Proven experience in a similar role within a practice environment.
Strong client relationship and communication skills.
Ability to manage and prioritise a portfolio independently.
Excellent IT skills with strong knowledge of Xero and other cloud accounting platforms.
Familiarity with CCH is desirable.
A proactive, solutions-driven mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

This is an exciting time to join the firm, with numerous initiatives and internal projects underway—the successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to and help shape these developments.If you are interested in this Assistant Manager opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance. IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

Apply now in a few quick clicks

Assistant Manager - Chartered Accountants

Chief Financial Officer

Corporate Finance Manager

Financial Accounting Manager