Leading Accountancy Firm – Accounts Manager – Kent
Your new company
A leading firm of Accountants and Business Advisers with a strong presence across the south-east.
Your new role
You will lead client-facing advisory engagements, oversee accounting operations, and provide strategic business guidance. This role combines technical expertise in accounting with strong commercial acumen to help clients improve financial performance, ensure compliance, and achieve long-term growth.
Client Advisory
Deliver tailored business advisory services, including financial planning, cash flow management, and growth strategies.
Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing insights on tax efficiency, profitability, and operational improvements.
Support clients in decision-making by preparing financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses.
Accounting & Compliance
Oversee preparation of statutory accounts, management accounts, and financial statements.
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and audit requirements.
Manage year-end processes and liaise with external auditors.
Team Leadership
Supervise and mentor junior accountants and advisory staff.
Allocate workloads, review outputs, and ensure high-quality client deliverables.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
Business Development
Identify opportunities to expand advisory services with existing clients.
Contribute to proposals, pitches, and networking activities to attract new business.
Collaborate with partners to develop service offerings aligned with market needs.
Operational Excellence
Implement best practices in accounting systems and advisory methodologies.
Drive efficiency through digital tools, automation, and process improvements.
Monitor KPIs and report on departmental performance.
What youll need to succeed
You will be a qualified accountant with experience of managing a portfolio of clients from a variety of different industries.
You will also have experience of managing teams.
What youll get in return
Hybrid & flexible working patterns.
Excellent career development opportunities.
What you need to do now
If youre interested in this role, click apply now to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isnt quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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