TPF Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a fantastic independent accountancy practice based in Maidstone, Kent. They are seeking an experienced Accounts & Tax Manager to join their team. The successful candidate will be ACA or ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience. This is a mixed tax & accounts position within a general practice capacity, ideal for an experienced Accounts & Tax Manager looking to join a growing team with exceptional exposure on offer and genuine career prospects. The practice services clients who are wide-ranging in size, industry and sector, and you will therefore get exposure to a wide variety of client types and scope. As an Accounts & Tax Manager, you will be responsible for; Understand performance expectations and manage teams to meet these expectations Maintain regular client contact on a pro-active basis, listen to needs and suggest initiatives/improvements Acquire and apply technical expertise in accounting, tax and interpret laws, regulations and standards to a mixed portfolio of clients Dealing with both clients and team members and therefore should demonstrate clear communication skills Prepare and oversee production of accounts for a mixed portfolio of clients including limited companies, sole traders and partnerships Prepare final statutory and non-statutory accounts Prepare tax computations and complete tax returns and submissions to HMRC Manage and review accounts and tax returns of junior staff Requirements Preferably qualified ACA/ACCA or by experience. 5-10 years experience within an accountancy practice experience. Experience preparing accounts and tax returns. Experience of QuickBooks, Xero or Sage would be advantageous. Benefits £45,000 - £55,000 dependent on experience and background, negotiable. A highly competitive benefits package is also on offer. Please apply for the vacancy or contact Tristan Finch to discuss this opportunity and similar vacancies in more detail. 01227 533 007 tristantpfrecruitment.com