Location: Harlow, Essex - Hybrid 4 days per week office based

We are recruiting for an experienced Accounts Manager to join a successful and growing accountancy practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious qualified accounting professional with in excess of 5 years strong UK practice experience to take responsibility for a varied client portfolio whilst also managing and developing a team.

The Role

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality accounting services while building strong client relationships and supporting the continued growth of the practice. This role will appeal to a candidate who is keen to join an organisation where they will have a clear progression path to Director.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a diverse portfolio of clients across a range of sectors.
• Overseeing the preparation and delivery of statutory accounts, management accounts, VAT returns and tax computations.
• Managing a team, planning and allocating work to ensure assignments are completed accurately, on time and within budget.
• Coaching, mentoring and developing Assistant Managers, Seniors and Trainees.
• Conducting 1:1s, appraisals and supporting progression within the team.
• Reviewing accounts and tax computations and resolving technical queries.
• Managing WIP, billing, recovery rates, fees and scope changes.
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, providing proactive advice and identifying opportunities to add value.
• Ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, particularly FRS 102 and FRS 105.
• Supporting Directors with proposals, pitches and new business opportunities.
• Contributing to improvements in internal processes, systems and efficiencies.