Accounts Manager
22 days ago
Bridgwater
Join a Top Firm as an Accounts Manager in Somerset! A Great Way to Push Further into Management Your new company This leading accountancy practice is recognised as one of the UK’s Top 50+50 firms, employing a large team of professionals across multiple offices in the South West. The firm prides itself on a people-first approach, being a Real Living Wage Employer, and fostering a supportive and collaborative working environment. With a strong reputation for delivering exceptional client service, the practice offers a wide range of accountancy, audit, and advisory services to a diverse client base. Your new role • Lead and mentor a team, managing workflow and supporting development., • Act as main contact for a client portfolio, building strong relationships., • Review and prepare financial statements for companies, partnerships, and sole traders., • Prepare and review tax computations and returns., • Oversee VAT return preparation and submission., • Ensure compliance with HMRC and Companies House requirements., • Assist with new business setups and registrations., • Provide proactive advice to improve profitability and reduce tax liabilities., • Identify opportunities for additional client support., • Support directors and partners with technical assignments., • Maintain high standards and adhere to ethical and regulatory requirements.What you'll need to succeed, • Experience working in an accountancy practice at manager level., • Strong background in preparing accounts and tax returns for limited companies and unincorporated businesses., • AAT and ACA/ACCA qualification (or qualified by experience)., • Proactive, positive, and supportive approach to team leadership., • Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritise in a busy environment., • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence to present information clearly., • Friendly, approachable nature and commitment to delivering outstanding client service., • Competence in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ideally familiarity with cloud accounting platforms.What you'll get in return, • 36.25 hours per week (flexible and hybrid working available)., • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays., • Annual salary review., • Option to carry over one week’s holiday into the next holiday year., • Death in service benefit (3 x annual salary)., • Access to rewards and health schemes., • 24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline., • Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving, and Private Medical Insurance., • Commission schemes for introducing clients and team members., • Pension contributions starting at 3%, rising to 4% (matched up to 6%) after four years’ service. 4759866