Accounts Manager Business Services – Sutton (with occasional travel to Teddington)
Salary: £58,000 – £65,000
Permanent, Full-Time | Hybrid & Flexible Working Available
Our client, a Top 40 accountancy practice, is seeking an experienced Accounts Manager Business Services to join their Sutton team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a growing firm with a strong reputation across Central and Southern England.
As an Accounts Manager, you will oversee the accounts team, ensuring high standards of financial reporting and client service. You will also work closely with Partners to manage workflow, develop staff, and deliver high-quality outputs in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
About You
To succeed in this role, you should have:
* ACCA/ACA qualification with at least three years of post-qualified experience in a UK practice environment
* Proven line management experience and the ability to mentor and develop a team
* Strong financial reporting (UK GAAP) knowledge and experience in preparing statutory accounts
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client management skills
* A team-oriented approach with the ability to produce high-quality work under pressure
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and develop the accounts team, ensuring high performance and professional growth
* Oversee the workflow and preparation of statutory accounts (FRS102, FRS102 1A, and FRS105)
* Manage incoming accounts jobs, allocating resources efficiently to meet client deadlines
* Identify and address resource gaps, making recommendations to ensure smooth workflow
* Liaise with clients and senior team members to ensure effective planning and documentation
* Review corporation tax computations and returns, ensuring compliance with regulations
* Report directly to Partners, highlighting key findings and ensuring client expectations are met
What’s in It for You?
* Career Growth: Join a fast-growing company with exciting expansion plans
* Work-Life Balance: Hybrid working & flexible hours (core hours 10 am – 4 pm)
* Diverse Client Exposure: Work with a wide range of industries, enhancing your technical skills
* Company Culture: A supportive and talented team with regular employee events, including a summer party
Benefits Package
* Generous Holiday Allowance: 25 days plus the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days
* Wellbeing Day: An extra day off per year dedicated to your wellbeing
* Pension & Life Assurance: Salary sacrifice pension scheme & Death in Service cover
* Lifestyle Perks: Gym membership discounts, Cycle to Work scheme, EV salary sacrifice scheme
* Retail Discounts: Access to discounts on a wide range of retailers
* Long Service Awards & Bonuses: Referral bonuses for clients and employees
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Business Services Accounts Manager looking to make a real impact within a respected firm. If you are passionate about leadership, client service, and financial reporting, we’d love to hear from you.
Next steps – please apply to this Accounts Manager Business Services role and we will aim to reply to all suitable applicants promptly.
Fletcher George is an inclusive Surrey-based financial recruiter welcoming all applications relevant to the role. We are committed to attracting a diverse pool of applicants and assisting talent to find career opportunities in which they can thrive.
We are an accountancy and finance recruitment agency acting as an Employment Agency.
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