Audit and Accounts Manager

Coventry Permanent £55,000 - £65,000 per year View Job Description
Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Accounts / Audit Manager to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to take ownership of a diverse client portfolio while developing strong client relationships and supporting the continued growth of the practice.
  • Ownership of a large portfolio of clients
  • Working closely with the experienced leadership team

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established independent accountancy and business advisory practice with a long-standing reputation for supporting a diverse portfolio of organisations, ranging from SMEs to larger corporate entities. The firm provides a broad range of financial, tax and advisory services and is recognised as a trusted partner to businesses, charities and professional organisations across the UK.

Job Description

  • Manage a portfolio of owner-managed businesses, companies, charities and other clients.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing proactive support and advice.
  • Review statutory accounts prepared under relevant UK accounting frameworks.
  • Manage and review corporation tax returns and personal tax returns.
  • Plan, manage and review audit assignments (where applicable).
  • Monitor portfolio profitability, work-in-progress and billing.
  • Ensure assignments are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
  • Supervise, mentor and develop junior team members.
  • Identify opportunities to provide additional value-added services to clients.
  • Maintain high technical and professional standards in line with regulatory requirements.

The Successful Applicant

  • ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
  • Approximately 4-5 years' post-qualification experience.
  • Experience managing a portfolio of clients within an accountancy practice.
  • Strong technical knowledge of UK accounts and tax compliance.
  • Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
  • Strong organisational and time management abilities.
  • Previous responsibility for portfolio management and fee recovery.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary of £55,000 - £65,000 depending on experience.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Friendly and supportive team environment.
  • Regular collaboration with directors of the firm.
  • Varied and interesting client portfolio.
Contact
Alex Hunt
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7069009
Phone number
+44 121 634 6957

Job summary

Job function
Audit & Advisory
Subsector
Practice (Audit) & Assurance
Sector
Business Services
Where
Coventry
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Alex Hunt
Consultant phone
+44 121 634 6957
Job reference
JN-072026-7069009