Practice Manager / Accountant

About the role

Join an established firm of accountants in Ringwood as a Practice Manager / Accountant. You will use your extensive accounts preparation experience to deliver high‑quality financial services to a diverse client base while supporting the day‑to‑day operations of the practice.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare accounts for a range of clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Compile and submit VAT returns.
• Produce management accounts and personal tax returns.
• Complete, review and prepare bookkeeping and Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) work where required.
• Meet and liaise with clients, providing excellent customer service.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience working within an accountancy practice.
• Previous experience in a firm of accountants.
• Strong client‑facing and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Comfortable with occasional ad‑hoc home working.

Required skills

• Accounts preparation
• VAT return preparation
• Management accounting
• Personal tax return preparation
• Bookkeeping
• CIS knowledge
• Client liaison

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £40,000‑£45,000 per year.
• Full‑time permanent role.
• Office‑based work in Ringwood with hybrid flexibility.
• Opportunity to develop within a respected accounting firm.