Award winning Top 40 firm - Accounting Manager
About the Role
Are you a qualified accounting professional looking for a leadership role in a dynamic, award-winning city firm? My client is seeking an Accounts and Business Services Manager to lead the delivery of high-quality accounting services, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and statutory requirements. This is a fantastic opportunity to take charge of a growing team, manage a diverse client portfolio, and play a key role in strategic financial planning.
Clients are in the Media, Retail, Sports, Property industries and more.
Award-winning city firm with a reputation for excellence.
Excellent work-life balance - we value your well-being.
Fast-growing team with strong promotional prospects.
Friendly and sociable culture with direct access to partners.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Delivery: Review and finalise accounts for director/partner approval and present them to clients.
Strategic Financial Planning: Act as a trusted business advisor, providing financial insights and strategic guidance to clients.
Client Portfolio Management: Oversee a portfolio of clients, ensuring top-tier service and client satisfaction.
Managerial Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a team, manage workloads, monitor financial performance, and drive team development.
Technical Expertise: Be a go-to expert in specific sector specialisms, handling VAT rules and liaising with HMRC regularly.
Requirements:
Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent).
Strong software expertise in Xero and Sage (essential).
Expert knowledge of VAT rules and compliance requirements.
Leadership skills - ability to inspire, train, and manage a team.
Problem solver with a proactive and strategic mindset.
Excellent communication skills - ability to build strong client relationships.
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