Your newpany
This leading accountancy practice is recognised as one of the UK’s Top 50+50 firms, employing a large team of professionals across multiple offices in the South West. The firm prides itself on a people-first approach, being a Real Living Wage Employer, and fostering a supportive and collaborative working environment. With a strong reputation for delivering exceptional client service, the practice offers a wide range of accountancy, audit, and advisory services to a diverse client base.
Your new role
1. Lead and mentor a team, managing workflow and supporting development.
2. Act as main contact for a client portfolio, building strong relationships.
3. Review and prepare financial statements forpanies, partnerships, and sole traders.
4. Prepare and review taxputations and returns.
5. Oversee VAT return preparation and submission.
6. Ensurepliance with HMRC andpanies House requirements.
7. Assist with new business setups and registrations.
8. Provide proactive advice to improve profitability and reduce tax liabilities.
9. Identify opportunities for additional client support.
10. Support directors and partners with technical assignments.
11. Maintain high standards and adhere to ethical and regulatory requirements.
What you'll need to succeed
12. Experience working in an accountancy practice at manager level.
13. Strong background in preparing accounts and tax returns for limitedpanies and unincorporated businesses.
14. AAT and ACA/ACCA qualification (or qualified by experience).
15. Proactive, positive, and supportive approach to team leadership.
16. Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritise in a busy environment.
17. Strong written and verbalmunication skills, with confidence to present information clearly.
18. Friendly, approachable nature andmitment to delivering outstanding client service.
What you'll get in return
19. hours per week (flexible and hybrid working available).
20. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
21. Annual salary review.
22. Option to carry over one week’s holiday into the next holiday year.
23. Death in service benefit (3 x annual salary).
24. Access to rewards and health schemes.
25. 24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline.
26. Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving, and Private Medical Insurance.
27. Pension contributions starting at 3%, rising to 4% (matched up to 6%) after four years’ service.
28. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after one year’s service.