At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage client accounts, prepare financial statements, and support junior staff in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join a fast-growing accountancy firm aiming for top 20 UK practice status.
- Benefits: 33 days holiday, workplace pension, free parking, and continuous professional development.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive culture that values your growth and offers great employee benefits.
- Why this job: Be part of a collaborative team and make a real impact on client success.
- Qualifications: Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA) or QBE with extensive experience and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone to join a dynamic, fast-growing accountancy and business advisory firm, working with an exciting portfolio of clients. You’ll be part of an ambitious company with a goal to become a top 20 UK practice through a strategy of organic growth, alongside targeted mergers and acquisitions. For the right candidate, there is opportunity to have a partial involvement across the North and Midlands region.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Management: Work with owner-managed businesses, including sole traders, partnerships, and companies.
- Accounts Preparation: Prepare and review accounts and financial statements for clients. Preparation and review of Personal tax returns. Assist in the preparation of KPI reports to highlight the progress and efficiency in the department.
- Record Processing: Process client records accurately and efficiently.
- Management Accounts: Prepare management accounts to meet client needs.
- VAT Returns: Complete and check VAT returns for accuracy and compliance.
- Supervision of junior staff: Review work prepared by staff to maintain expected quality levels, identify areas of staff development and provide training as required.
- Business Development: Assist Office Manager and Directors in development of client care and expansion of the practice & identify opportunities to supply other services to clients.
- Client Support: Meet with clients, address basic client queries and provide support as required.
- Administration: Carry out administrative and ad hoc tasks as needed.
Key Skills And Competencies
- Qualified Accountant either ACA or ACCA and 3 years post qualification experience OR QBE with at least 7 years’ experience.
- Knowledge of IRIS, Xero and Sage is preferred.
- Experience of managing a team.
- Experience of file review.
- Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to client service.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Proactive and results-oriented, with a focus on delivering value to the business.
- A collaborative team player.
- High level of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Good sense of humour.
Benefits
- Holiday allowance of 33 days, which is inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas Eve.
- Workplace Pension.
- Free onsite parking.
- Continuous training in soft skills, technical knowledge, and professional development.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Employee benefits scheme offering discounts from hundreds of retailers.
- The opportunity to be part of a collaborative and progressive team.
Accounts Production Manager in Preston employer: Streets
Join a dynamic and ambitious accountancy and business advisory firm that is committed to your professional growth and well-being. With a generous holiday allowance of 33 days, continuous training opportunities, and a supportive work culture, you will thrive in an environment that values collaboration and innovation. Located in the North and Midlands region, this role offers the chance to work with a diverse portfolio of clients while contributing to the firm's goal of becoming a top 20 UK practice.
