Job Description
My client in Northampton is looking for an Accounts Manager due to expansion.
About
My client is a growing top 50 accountancy practice who provide expert solutions for entrepreneurial businesses and private individuals in Central and Southern England. They invest in their teams of high-quality specialists who work with the best-in-breed technology to create value for our clients which exceeds expectation.
The Role
* Line manage and develop the staff in the accounts team
* Manage and implement Accounts Workflow Procedures in relation to all aspects of accounts preparation, ensuring team do the same and standards are maintained at a high level
* Manage incoming accounts jobs to ensure that resources are available to meet client’s accounting deadlines and match internal resources available. Highlight, in advance, any resource gaps and make the necessary recommendations to fulfil work requirements
* Oversee and review workflow preparation of statutory accounts (primarily FRS102, FRS102 1A, and FRS105) from both computer and manual records
* Report to Partners directly, ensuring queries are cleared and exceptions/points of note are communicated to Partners for client communications
* Work with Seniors to liaise with clients to ensure work is planned efficiently and necessary documentation is obtained
* Specifically manage allocated accounts assignments
* Corporation tax computations and returns
What they can offer you
* Exposure to a broad range of clients across many industry sectors
* Partner level mentor and a tailored career progression plan
* Immediate entry to our Management Development Programme
* Competitive salary and benefits package including pension, life assurance, health cash plan, retail discount scheme, electric vehicles salary sacrifice, cycle to work, hybrid and flexible working
* Generous core holiday allowance plus holiday trading, flexible bank holidays and additional holiday with service
* Wellbeing programme with regular events and activities focused on your physical and mental wellbeing. We also offer all employees a Wellbeing Day each year – a day dedicated to boosting your wellbeing.
* Comprehensive induction to help you get up to speed
About You
* ACCA / ACA qualified
* Strong UK practice experience with 4-5 years post qualification
* Previous line management experience
* Financial Reporting – UK GAAP experience
* Excellent communication, interpersonal and client management skills
* Able to produce high quality work in a fast-paced environment
* Team player
* Confident, positive, professional and can-do attitude
* Strong IT skills, specifically Excel and able to pick up new IT packages very quickly
* Create a positive impression with clients and staff
Location: Northampton
Salary: £45k-£52k
Please send most up to date CV to be considered.
Kind regards,
Will Harris| Recruitment Consultant