Practice Accounts Manager
Employer Location Winchester, Hampshire, England Salary Competitive Salary DOE plus Excellent Benefits Closing date 25 Feb 2026 View more categoriesView less categories Sector Salary band, Contract type Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job.
Job Details
Are you an experienced Accounts Manager looking for a role where you can lead, develop and grow - without compromising work-life balance? I'm working exclusively with a well‑established, people‑focused accountancy practice with offices across Central and Southern England. Due to ongoing growth, they're now looking to appoint an Accounts Manager to join their Winchester office.
This firm is known for its friendly culture, strong technical capability, and commitment to developing their teams. You'll be part of a collaborative environment where high standards, professional development and flexibility go hand‑in‑hand.
What You'll Be Doing
You'll take ownership of a varied client portfolio, delivering high‑quality accounts and tax work while playing a key role in supporting and developing the wider team. Your responsibilities will include:
1. Managing a diverse portfolio spanning corporate entities, LLPs and partnerships
2. Acting as a trusted point of contact for day‑to‑day client queries
3. Working with clients across multiple sectors, including rural and agricultural (a key area of specialism)
4. Preparing statutory accounts, corporation tax and business tax computations
5. Overseeing some bookkeeping and VAT work where required
6. Building strong, long‑term client relationships
7. Using a range of modern accounting software including Iris, Silverfin, Caseware, Sage and Xero
8. Managing workflow and ensuring timely completion of assignments
9. Supervising, training and supporting junior team members
10. Collaborating with colleagues across the wider group
What's on Offer
This firm prides itself on providing a modern, flexible working experience with real opportunities to progress.
11. Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)
12. Flexible hours around a 10am-4pm core
13. Clear progression pathway and leadership development programme
14. Exposure to a wide range of clients and industries
15. A supportive, experienced team with a strong internal training culture
16. Regular social and wellbeing events
17. A competitive benefits package, including:
18. 25 days' holiday plus wellbeing day, holiday trading & flexible bank holidays
19. Health Cash Plan & access to 24/7 online GP
20. Enhanced family leave
21. EV salary sacrifice scheme & Cycle to Work
22. Pension salary sacrifice scheme
23. Employee recognition awards
24. Referral bonuses & long-service awards
About You
You'll bring a blend of technical strength, people skills and commercial awareness. We're looking for someone who is:
25. Fully qualified (ACA or ACCA)
26. Experienced in UK practice (minimum 3 years post‑qualified)
27. Confident managing a varied portfolio and leading client relationships
28. Skilled in UK GAAP and accounts preparation
29. Experienced with agricultural/rural clients (highly desirable)
30. A strong communicator with a professional, positive approach
31. Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
32. Proficient in Excel and quick to pick up new systems
33. A supportive team leader who enjoys developing others
Why This Firm?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected, expanding practice where you'll be trusted with responsibility, supported in your development and encouraged to grow. If you're looking for a long‑term career move with a firm that genuinely values its people, this could be an excellent fit.