Assistant Accounts Manager in Guildford

Assistant Accounts Manager in Guildford

Guildford Full-Time 40000 - 55000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Hays

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Review accounts, manage workflows, and support junior team members in a collaborative environment.
  • Company: Top 20 accountancy firm with a strong reputation and ambitious growth plans.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, increasing holiday, pension scheme, and ongoing professional development.
  • Other info: Enjoy a supportive team culture and clear career progression opportunities.
  • Why this job: Join a progressive firm where your contributions are valued and career growth is supported.
  • Qualifications: ACA, ACCA or AAT qualified with at least 5 years' experience in accountancy.

The predicted salary is between 40000 - 55000 £ per year.

A leading Top 20 accountancy firm with ambitious growth plans and a strong reputation for delivering trusted business advice to SMEs, entrepreneurs and larger organisations across the UK. With a people-first culture, ongoing investment in employee development and a collaborative working environment, this is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive firm where your contribution will be recognised, and your career can continue to develop.

As an Accounts Senior / Assistant Manager, you will take responsibility for reviewing year-end accounts and corporation tax returns, supporting junior team members and managing workflows to ensure client deadlines are met.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Reviewing statutory accounts and corporation tax returns prepared by junior staff
  • Liaising with clients to resolve accounts and tax queries
  • Providing general accounting and software support to clients
  • Managing workflow planning and ensuring assignments are completed efficiently
  • Supporting ad hoc client projects
  • Contributing to process improvements and best practice initiatives
  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships

What you'll need to succeed:

  • ACA, ACCA or AAT qualified
  • At least 5 years' experience within an accountancy practice environment
  • Strong accounts preparation and corporation tax knowledge
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills
  • Strong communication and client relationship-building abilities
  • High attention to detail
  • Proactive and solutions-focused approach
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities

What you'll get in return:

  • Salary of £40,000 - £55,000 depending on experience
  • 23-day holiday, increasing with service by up to 5 additional days
  • Pension scheme
  • Group life assurance (4x salary)
  • Employee benefits platform with cashback and retail discounts
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Employee referral bonus scheme
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Clear career progression opportunities within a growing Top 20 firm
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment

If you're interested in this opportunity, click 'Apply Now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Assistant Accounts Manager in Guildford employer: Hays

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Contact Details:

Hays Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Assistant Accounts Manager in Guildford

ACA qualified
ACCA qualified
AAT qualified
Accounts Preparation
Corporation Tax Knowledge
Organisational Skills
Time Management Skills