A growing Top 100 firm keen to secure an experienced and qualified Accounts Manager for their Business Services team
Accounts Manager - Top 100 Accountancy practice
Outskirts of Chingford
£55,000 - £65,000 DOE
Hybrid working offered
Are you an experienced practice professional looking to take ownership of a varied portfolio while leading and developing a high-performing team?
WestonBrook Associates are seeking an Accounts Manager to join the growing Business Services team of a top 100 firm in North East London. This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant who enjoys building strong client relationships, overseeing the delivery of compliance and advisory services, and mentoring junior team members.
In this role, you will act as a key point of contact for a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring the timely delivery of statutory and management accounts while identifying opportunities to add further value to their businesses. You will play an important part in maintaining service excellence, driving team performance, and supporting the continued growth of the practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors, providing a proactive and responsive service.
- Planning assignments effectively, discussing client requirements and identifying key focus areas at the outset.
- Preparing and agreeing budgets, timescales and engagement expectations, ensuring projects are delivered within agreed parameters.
- Assessing the most efficient approach to assignments, including the use of internal and outsourced resources where appropriate.
- Monitoring work throughout the assignment process, allocating tasks and reviewing completed work to maintain high technical standards.
- Providing regular updates to senior leadership on client matters, risks and opportunities.
- Identifying opportunities to introduce additional services that could benefit clients and contribute to the firm's growth.
- Supporting, coaching and developing members of the accounts team through regular feedback and performance management.
Accounts Manager - Top 100 Accountancy practice
Outskirts of Chingford
£55,000 - £65,000 DOE
Hybrid working offered
Are you an experienced practice professional looking to take ownership of a varied portfolio while leading and developing a high-performing team?
WestonBrook Associates are seeking an Accounts Manager to join the growing Business Services team of a top 100 firm in North East London. This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant who enjoys building strong client relationships, overseeing the delivery of compliance and advisory services, and mentoring junior team members.
In this role, you will act as a key point of contact for a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring the timely delivery of statutory and management accounts while identifying opportunities to add further value to their businesses. You will play an important part in maintaining service excellence, driving team performance, and supporting the continued growth of the practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors, providing a proactive and responsive service.
- Planning assignments effectively, discussing client requirements and identifying key focus areas at the outset.
- Preparing and agreeing budgets, timescales and engagement expectations, ensuring projects are delivered within agreed parameters.
- Assessing the most efficient approach to assignments, including the use of internal and outsourced resources where appropriate.
- Monitoring work throughout the assignment process, allocating tasks and reviewing completed work to maintain high technical standards.
- Providing regular updates to senior leadership on client matters, risks and opportunities.
- Identifying opportunities to introduce additional services that could benefit clients and contribute to the firm's growth.
- Supporting, coaching and developing members of the accounts team through regular feedback and performance management.
About You
To be successful in this position, you will be ACA or ACCA qualified and possess strong technical accounting knowledge gained within a UK accountancy practice environment.
- Previous experience managing a portfolio of owner-managed businesses and corporate clients.
- Strong knowledge of statutory accounts preparation and management reporting.
- A proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
- Up-to-date knowledge of UK accounting standards (UK GAAP) and compliance requirements.
- A solid understanding of VAT and related tax matters.
- Confidence using cloud accounting and practice management software, including packages such as Xero, Sage, Caseware and CCH.
What's On Offer
- The opportunity to join a highly regarded and expanding accountancy practice.
- Genuine long-term career prospects and professional development opportunities.
- Flexible and hybrid working options to support work-life balance.
- A supportive and collaborative culture with a strong focus on employee wellbeing.
- A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
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Accounts Manager employer: WestonBrook Associates
WestonBrook Associates is an excellent employer located in the vibrant city of Cambridge, offering a supportive and flexible work environment that prioritises client-focused service. With a commitment to employee growth, the firm provides opportunities for professional development and a competitive salary package, making it an ideal place for accountants looking to advance their careers while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.
