Job Description
Senior Account Manager\n\nReading\nPermanent, Full-Time\n\nCompany Overview\nThis dynamic and ambitious accountancy practice, located on the outskirts of Reading, Berkshire, specialises in providing high-quality financial services. The firm is highly successful and accredited to offer Chartered Accountancy, Chartered Tax Advisory, and Probate Services. This role presents an exceptional opportunity for career progression within a supportive and professional environment.\nThe Role\n\nReport directly to the Client Services Manager.\nManage workflows for a small team, ensuring timely, accurate, and budget-friendly delivery of work in alignment with client commitments.\nOversee the management, development, and coaching of junior staff.\nMaintain a portfolio of clients, ensuring high-quality service and expert guidance.\nPrepare accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.\nHandle corporation and personal tax returns.\nConduct initial file reviews for technical accuracy before managerial and director-level assessment.\nPerform analytical reviews of clients' financial data and lead review meetings to aid their understanding.\nPromote the firm's services and identify value-added opportunities for clients.\nManage personal daily workloads efficiently.The Requirements\n\nAt least four years of experience in an accountancy practice.\nQualified AAT, ACA, ACCA, or part-qualified ACA/ACCA (or qualified by experience).\nStrong technical knowledge of current Financial Reporting Standards.\nProven track record of delivering excellent service to clients.\nAbility to work independently without supervision.\nCapacity to meet strict deadlines.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nStrong proficiency in accounting/tax systems; experience with Xero is an advantage.\nHigh-level competency in Excel and IT applications.The Package\nCompany Pension Scheme* 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays* Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority* Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum* Business closure over Christmas** Life Assurance x4 annual salary* Enhanced family leave policies* Enhanced Company Sick Pay* Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support, free and confidential* Corporate Discounts Platform\nFlexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:* PMI single or family* Critical Illness Cover* Cash plan* Cycle to work* Eye care* Dental*subject to exceptions and business needs\n\nHays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
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