We are collaborating with our client in Northampton, who is seeking an Accounts Manager to assist a variety of clients, including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. This role offers job satisfaction, a positive impact on clients’ businesses, and the opportunity to work for a company that genuinely prioritises your well-being. They understand and value individuality, ensuring that you are comfortable and focused. If wearing your EarPods helps you concentrate, feel free to do so.
Keys duties include:
* Supervise and guide the staff in the accounts team
* Manage workflow procedures related to account preparation, ensuring the team maintains consistently high standards
* Coordinate incoming tasks to align internal resources with client deadlines, identifying resource shortages in advance and suggesting solutions to address workload demands
* Review and oversee statutory account preparation (primarily FRS102, FRS102 1A, and FRS105) using both digital and manual records
* Report directly to Partners, resolving issues and communicating key observations for client interactions
* Collaborate with senior team members to liaise with clients, planning projects efficiently and securing necessary documentation
* Manage assigned account tasks specifically
* Prepare and review corporation tax calculations and submissions
What they look for in a candidate
You will be ACCA or ACA qualified and have gained strong UK practice experience over 4-5 years post-qualification. You’ll have previous experience in supervising teams, with a deep understanding of UK GAAP. You’ll possess excellent communication, interpersonal, and client management skills, enabling you to produce high-quality work in fast-paced environments. As a team player, you maintain a positive, can-do attitude that contributes to a collaborative atmosphere. Your strong IT skills, particularly in Excel, allow you to quickly adapt to new software. You consistently create a positive impression on clients and colleagues alike.
* Salary: £45,000 - circa £52,000 per annum depending on experience
* Holidays: 25 plus statutory days
* Hours: 37.5 with flexible working and hybrid working
* Other Benefits: Various other benefits
Debbie Burbage Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. Candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. We are a member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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