Accounts & Tax Manager in England

Join one of the UK's fastest-growing accountancy firms.

At Streets Steele, we're proud to combine the personal feel of a local Bristol practice with the backing, opportunities and expertise of a Top 40 UK accountancy firm.

Our Bristol office has grown rapidly in recent years and we're looking for an exceptional Accounts & Tax Manager to play a key role in our next phase of growth.

This isn't just another management role—it's an opportunity to help shape the future of a thriving office, mentor a talented team, build strong client relationships and genuinely influence how we continue to grow.

If you're ambitious, commercially minded and enjoy making a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As Accounts & Tax Manager, you'll take ownership of a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses across multiple sectors, whilst leading and developing a growing team of accountants.

You'll work closely with the Directors, helping to drive quality, efficiency and exceptional client service across the office.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of limited company, partnership and sole trader clients.
• Reviewing statutory accounts, corporation tax returns and personal tax returns.
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients, providing proactive advice throughout the year.
• Managing workflow, deadlines and team capacity.
• Supporting, mentoring and developing junior team members.
• Reviewing work and ensuring high technical standards are maintained.
• Building long-term relationships with clients and identifying opportunities to add value.
• Working closely with the Directors on practice development and continuous improvement.
• Supporting the continued growth and success of the Bristol office.

About You

We're looking for someone who is technically strong, commercially aware and enjoys leading people.

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Minimum 7 years' recent experience working within UK accountancy practice.
• Previous management experience leading or supervising an accounts team.
• Strong knowledge of UK accounts preparation and taxation.
• Strong knowledge of FRS 102 + 105
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive approach with a genuine desire to help clients succeed.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Experience using Tax Calc
• Experience using Xero and cloud accounting technologies.

Why Join Streets Steele?

We're not a traditional accountancy firm.

You'll enjoy the close-knit culture and autonomy of a local office whilst benefiting from the resources, opportunities and reputation of a national Top 40 practice.

We invest heavily in technology, our people and creating a workplace where talented professionals can genuinely build long-term careers.

What We Offer

• Excellent career progression opportunities.
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a fast-growing office.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Hybrid working available once you've settled into the role.
• Modern cloud-based systems and technology.
• Company pension.
• Regular team socials and events.
• Free on-site parking.
• Working Pattern

This is a full-time position based in our Bristol office.

To ensure you get to know our team, clients and ways of working, the role will initially be office-based.

Once you're fully established, we'll offer hybrid working as part of a flexible long-term arrangement.

Ready for your next challenge?

If you're looking for more than just another management role—and want the opportunity to help shape the future of one of Bristol's most ambitious accountancy firms, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Streets Steele and become part of a firm that's growing quickly, investing in its people and redefining what modern accountancy looks like.

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