Assistant Manager

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Top 20 Accountancy Firm That's Growing Fast
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional service to owner-managed businesses, SMEs and ambitious clients across the region. This is more than just another practice role. You'll be joining a firm that places genuine value on its people, invests in professional development and offers clear opportunities for progression within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Your new role

As an Assistant Manager, you will play a key role in supporting a diverse portfolio of clients while helping to drive the continued success of the practice. Working closely with senior leadership, you will review accounts and tax work, strengthen client relationships and support the development of more junior team members.
This role would suit an experienced practice accountant looking for greater responsibility and the opportunity to become a trusted advisor to clients.
✅ Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for a portfolio of owner-managed businesses ✅ Reviewing personal and corporate tax returns ✅ Preparing and reviewing VAT returns and Making Tax Digital submissions ✅ Supporting the growth and management of client portfolios ✅ Acting as a key point of contact for clients and building long-term relationships ✅ Supporting Managers on a variety of client projects and advisory work ✅ Reviewing work completed by junior staff and providing guidance ✅ Coaching and mentoring trainees and developing future talent within the firm ✅ Maintaining up-to-date technical knowledge and professional standards

What you'll need to succeed

We are looking to connect with individuals who can demonstrate:
✔ ACA or ACCA qualified, or studying towards qualification ✔ At least 5 years' experience gained within an accountancy practice ✔ Strong accounts preparation and tax compliance experience ✔ Previous experience using Xero and QuickBooks ✔ Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office ✔ Experience with IRIS software would be advantageous ✔ Excellent communication and client relationship-building skills ✔ A proactive, commercially aware and solutions-focused mindset ✔ A genuine passion for delivering outstanding client service

What you'll get in return

This is an opportunity to become part of a respected practice that has built its success through outstanding client relationships, technical excellence and investment in its people.
You'll benefit from: ✨ Hybrid working ✨ Generous annual leave entitlement ✨ Pension scheme ✨ Private medical cover ✨ Life assurance and income protection ✨ Employee assistance programme ✨ Ongoing professional development and training ✨ Study support where applicable ✨ Clear career progression opportunities ✨ A supportive culture where your contribution is recognised

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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