To manage the delivery of accounts work across the service line, ensuring team members adherence to required standards, and accounts work is completed on time, to standard and within budget.
About the role
Scope/Reach & Key Relationships
* All those involved in delivery of accounts work
* Partners and employees who are key stakeholders in accounts work across the SL
* Client contacts
* Supervision of Accounts assistants
Principal Accountabilities / Responsibilities:
* Ensure the implementation of all relevant client accounts work ensuring effective team workflow
* Checking budgets and timelines on jobs so as to be clear on the framework being worked to
* Participate in accounts planning meetings so as to maximise implementation of immediate resources
* Ensure full implementation of all client accounts work in line with agreed budget ensuring adherence to The KR Way standards of performance document, with completed accounts ready for partner/director/senior manager sign off
* Monitor work progress and ensure appropriate levels of communication with all clients and internal stakeholders on progress for each key task or phase
* Act as a key point of contact for nominated clients so as to manage all their accounts compliance & other service requirements
* Attend client meetings as required
* Return phone calls and written correspondence to all of the above within required deadline and ensure promises are kept
* Attend accounts review and close down meetings for others’ clients as required and discuss accounts queries with clients as they arise
Leadership, People Management and Development
* Support assistants who are involved in production and delivery of accounts work
* Ensure clear task plans & milestones for each piece of accounts work
* Provide feedback to all team members involved in specific accounts work on adherence to standards, errors, learnings and opportunity for add value
What we're looking for
* AAT
* ACA/ACCA
What we can offer
* Financial wellbeing – competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, life assurance, Westfield Health Cash Plan, income protection. Options to increase pension, life assurance and healthcare cash plan (for yourself and/or family)
* Leave – 25.5 days plus bank holidays, holiday buying (up to 5 days)
* Mental wellbeing – hybrid working (3 days in the office/2 from home) and flexible working policies, employee assistance programme and counselling
* Physical wellbeing – we also offer voluntary benefits such as BUPA PMI/Westfield Hospital Treatment insurance, critical illness insurance, BMI health assessment, GymFlex, annual flu jab
* Recognition – monthly nominations for financial awards based on culture and values
* Development – we offer continuous support and development with clear mapped progression routes across the business, as well as access to internal and external training courses
* Diversity, inclusion and belonging – we operate several family-friendly policies and take proactive steps to create an inclusive environment
* ESG – give as you earn, 1 extra day off each year to take up volunteering opportunities. Opportunities to support our commitment to charitable causes
* Travel – other optional benefits include: cycle to work scheme, travel insurance, interest-free season ticket loan (London only), interest-free car/motorbike loan
At Kreston Reeves, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. We understand that everyone has unique needs, and we strive to accommodate them through reasonable adjustments. Whether it's adapting work environments, providing assistive technologies, or modifying processes, we are dedicated to supporting our employees in realising their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in our recruitment process or thrive in your role, please don't hesitate to reach out by emailing recruitment@krestonreeves.com. Please remember, you only need to share what you are comfortable to for us to support your request. Your success is important to us, and we're here to ensure a supportive and inclusive experience for all.
About Kreston Reeves
With 200 years of history, we are an award-winning professional services firm with offices in London, Kent and Sussex. We provide a full range of accountancy, business advisory and wealth services, tailored to our clients’ needs.
We guide our clients, colleagues and communities to a brighter future. We help businesses, not for profit organisations, individuals and families with more than just accountancy, business and wealth advice.
Our dedication to providing a personal service is what sets us apart – we get to know you, understand your goals, support and advise you on your journey to help you realise your ambitions.
We’re proud to be B Corp certified, demonstrating our commitment to our environmental, social and governance programme which is central to our purpose and vision. We actively encourage all our colleagues to give back to their local communities whenever they can.
For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.
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