Senior Manager in Preston

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 service 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

We offer a competitive benefits package and a supportive work environment to ensure you excel in your role and enjoy being part of our team:

• Holiday and Leave: Holiday allowance of 33 days, which is inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas Eve.
• Workplace Pension.
• Free onsite parking.
• Professional Development: continuous training in soft skills, technical knowledge, and professional development. We invest in our people and will support your career growth.
• 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.
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