Your new company Thislongstanding accountancy and advisory firm, with a large north-west presence isseeking to appoint a new Accounts Manager into their Macclesfield office. Overall, this is a fantastic choice fora candidate seeking to become part of a firm with an inclusive culture andstrong people focus, prioritising the development and progression of theworkforce. Your new role This Accounts Manager role offers a hands-on, client-facing opportunity to lead service delivery, manage a portfolio of SME clients, and oversee a team of accounting professionals. Reporting to the Client Director, you will be responsible for ensuring timely and compliant workflow, monitoring billing targets, and supporting the development of team members. You'll be preparing accounts for limited companies, corporation tax computations and returns, and personal tax returns, while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring high standards of service. The role requires proficiency in software such as IRIS, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, Word, and Excel, and the ability to handle client queries efficiently. You'll also play a key role in mentoring colleagues and contributing to the overall success of the team. What you'll need to succeed To be successful, you'll need to be ACA or ACCA qualified with at least five years of post-qualification experience in a practice environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, along with excellent reporting abilities and commercial acumen. You should be confident in offering advice and recommendations to clients. What you'll get in return In return, you'll receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including an attractive holiday package, flexible working arrangements and will benefit from a supportive work culture, ongoing training, mentorship, and clear career progression. What you need to do now If you're interested in this Accounts Manager role in Manchester, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays