Assistant Accounts Manager

About the role

Join a forward‑thinking public practice firm as an Assistant Accounts Manager and take charge of delivering high‑quality accounting services to a diverse portfolio of clients. This senior‑level position offers the chance to lead both in‑house and offshore teams while developing your own expertise in a supportive, growth‑focused environment.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of accounts preparation, reviewing financial statements and the work of in‑house and offshore team members.
• Guide and support junior staff, providing clear feedback and updates to senior managers and directors.
• Delegate tasks effectively, manage workloads and ensure deadlines are consistently met.
• Monitor job schedules, handle client issues as they arise, and assist with routine client matters.
• Prepare accounts when required and support management with ad‑hoc reporting.

Required profile

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in accountancy, preferably within a public practice environment.
• Strong commercial awareness, risk understanding and sound judgment for escalation.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

Required skills

• CaseWare Accounts
• QuickBooks
• Xero
• Sage

What we offer

• Excellent private medical insurance.
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an extra 3 days in December.
• 3% employer pension contribution.
• Medical cashback scheme and group life insurance.
• Comprehensive mental and physical health support.
• Lively social calendar with regular events.