Audit and Accounts Assistant Manager in Maidstone

Accounts & Audit Assistant Manager
Canterbury, Kent | Competitive Salary DOE | Full Time | Permanent Fresh People are recruiting for an ambitious and commercially minded Accounts & Audit Assistant Manager to join a successful and growing professional services business. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice accountant looking to take the next step in their career, with greater responsibility for client relationships, audit and accounts assignments, and the development of junior team members. Working directly with Partners and senior leadership, you will support a diverse portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality audit and accounts services while developing your technical expertise and commercial understanding. The position would suit an experienced Accounts & Audit Senior ready to progress into management, or an existing Assistant Manager looking for a new challenge within a supportive and forward-thinking firm. Key Responsibilities
Take ownership of audit and accounts assignments across a varied client portfolio.
Manage a combination of audit and non-audit work, ensuring high standards of service and delivery.
Work directly with clients, building strong relationships and acting as a trusted point of contact.
Lead client meetings, providing clear communication and practical solutions.
Work closely with Partners and senior management on client assignments and wider business requirements.
Supervise, support and mentor junior team members, encouraging their professional development.
Manage multiple assignments, prioritising workloads and ensuring deadlines are achieved.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen client relationships and deliver additional value.
Apply commercial awareness and problem-solving skills to support clients and colleagues.
Contribute positively to a collaborative, ambitious and growing team.
About You
We are looking for an enthusiastic, solutions-focused professional who enjoys working with clients, takes ownership of their responsibilities and is motivated to develop their career. The ideal candidate will have: ACA or ACCA qualification.
A minimum of three years' relevant experience, ideally within an accountancy practice.
Experience working across audit and accounts assignments.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence dealing directly with clients.
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
The ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively to tight deadlines.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
A proactive, commercially aware approach to identifying and solving problems.
A collaborative, team-focused attitude and the confidence to contribute ideas.
An interest in mentoring others and developing into a broader management position.
Apply Today
If you are an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with experience across audit and accounts, and are looking for an opportunity to progress your career within a successful and expanding accountancy practice, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply with your updated CV for a confidential discussion with Fresh People Recruitment.
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