Accounts Manager
Employer Location England, Henley-On-Thames, Oxfordshire Salary - per annum + Competitive, DOE Closing date 27 Jun 2025 View more categoriesView less categories Sector Salary band, Contract type Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job.
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Accounts ManagerHenley-on-Thames
Competitive, DOE
Permanent
A well-established and dynamic company specialising in accountancy and tax advisory services is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Accounts Manager to join its team. The company provides tailored financial solutions to a diverse client base, including SMEs, high-net-worth individuals, and multinational role is integral to the organisation, offering the opportunity to work closely with clients, providing expert accounting and tax knowledge while becoming a trusted advisor. The company fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional development, creativity, and career progression.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Managing a portfolio of clients, including reviewing year-end statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders for senior review.
2. Reviewing corporation tax computations and returns.
3. Completing and filing monthly and quarterly VAT returns under various VAT schemes.
4. Reviewing monthly and quarterly management accounts to a high standard.
5. Assisting with the onboarding and management of new client relationships.
6. Liaising with clients on technical queries, understanding their requirements, and providing solutions.
7. Training and mentoring junior team members, assisting with workflow management.
8. Delivering excellent client service.
9. Supporting senior management with ad-hoc tasks.
Desired Skills & Experience:
10. ACA/ACCA qualified with 2-3 years of post-qualification experience.
11. Minimum 3-4 years' experience working in practice.
12. Knowledge of UK GAAP and FRS 102.
13. Familiarity with accounting systems such as CCH, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, and Alphatax (preferred but not essential).
14. Strong client relationship skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
15. Excellent organisational skills and ability to multitask effectively.
16. Attention to detail and proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
17. A team player with a strong work ethic and the ability to work under own initiative and to tight deadlines.
Remuneration & Benefits:
18. Competitive salary, based on experience.
19. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, including flexitime and remote work options.
20. Early office closure at 2:30 pm every Friday.
21. Private medical insurance.
22. Discretionary annual bonus.
23. Pension scheme.
24. 23 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays), increasing yearly up to 28 days.
25. Access to corporate reward schemes.
26. Quarterly social events.
27. Free onsite parking.
If you are a detail-oriented and strategic thinker with a passion for accounting and a track record of success, this opportunity offers a great platform for professional growth.
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Company
At Hays we invest in lifelong partnerships that empower people and businesses to succeed. With over 50 years’ success under our belts and a workforce of 10,000+ people across 32 countries, we’ve evolved to put our customers at the heart of everything we do.
From CFO to Newly Qualified, we work with talented finance professionals and match them with organisations where they can achieve a lasting impact.
So much more than specialist recruiters in accounting and finance, what really sets us apart is our knowledge through scale, deep understanding and our ability to meaningfully innovate for our customers. All our consultants have strong relationships across the industry and the support of our extensive global network. That’s why organisations of all types and sizes – from international blue chips to SMEs – trust us to find the people who can help transform their business.
So, whether you want something local or international, permanent, or interim, we have the breadth of coverage and the depth of understanding to help you find it.
We have specialist recruitment teams in the following areas:
28. Corporate Governance
29. Credit Control
30. Part-Qualified Accountant
31. Payroll
32. Public Practice Accounting
33. Public Services Accounting
34. Senior Finance – Qualified
35. Support, Ledgers & Bookkeeping
36. Tax & Treasury
You can rely on us to deliver today and help you plan for tomorrow
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