Assistant accounts manager (accountancy practice)

Excellent opportunity for an experienced ACA or ACCA (or QBE) Assistant Accounts Manager to join a highly regarded Practice in the Wigan area. Responsibilities will include:

* Managing a variety of accounts from planning to completion.
* Liaise with clients ensuring a timely delivery of services and manage the relationship in a professional manner
* Accounts preparation work on complex clients
* Prepare statutory accounts under FRS 101, FRS 102 and SORP 102
* Supervising junior members of staff.
* Assist in planning and work schedules to optimise yearends, interims, IR forms and statutory deadlines.
* Organising and leading Team Meetings.
* Assisting in management and overseeing of client books in / out.
* Dealing with complex accounting matters as required.
* Account files and reviews.
* Corporate and personal tax compliance work and where appropriate, tax planning.
* Handling any client queries.
* External letters to clients, HMRC and statutory bodies.
* Use of Excel spreadsheets to present and analyse key information.
* Ensure client files are organised and up to date with new information and key changes.
* Appropriate communication feedback with staff, managers and partners.
* Actively promoting services to existing and new clients to enhance service offering.
* Maintain positive relationship with clients, potential clients and key stakeholders.