AMS Group is a leading UK Top 70 accountancy firm with a differentiated advisory-led proposition, headquartered in Manchester. We have been a trusted name in professional services for over 40 years. Our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction has positioned us as a premier provider in the market.
Evolving from a family run accountancy practice in a Blackburn (established 1982), to a nationwide advisory business with over 200 employees, across 12 offices, our trading divisions comprise Audit, Accounts, Tax & Advisory with multiple service lines within each division. We leverage our relationship-driven client approach to generate significant cross-sell opportunities. Complementary to our organic growth is an impressive M&A strategy, with eight acquisitions completed since 2021 and further strategic acquisitions planned in 2025.
At AMS we never offer a one size fits all approach. We know, in today's economic environment, businesses require bespoke support, and we provide end-to-end services from start-up to exit strategies. Our mantra is
"Good advisers help your business. Great ones transform it"
. This is the foundation upon which we have built our business.
We know great people make a great business. Our award-winning culture drives our success. In 2024, we were named the 7th Best Accountancy Firm to Work for in the UK and featured in the Top 100 Companies to Work For. We're proud to be recognised as Best Employer in Tax (Tolley's Taxation Awards 2025) and Employer of the Year (GM Chamber of Commerce Awards 2024), reflecting our commitment to people, culture, and a workplace where talent thrives.
Role Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented
Accounts Senior
to join our AMS Accounts team. This role is ideal for a qualified accountant with strong technical knowledge and a passion for client service. You will manage a portfolio of clients, oversee the preparation of accounts, and support junior colleagues, ensuring high standards of compliance and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare the Accounts file and any associated accounts preparation, corporation tax and personal tax returns of the directors to a standard ready for Accounts Director review .
* Meeting key clients on a regular basis and discussing the account books.
* Reviewing the work of junior team members, providing feedback and review points and ensuring these are addressed prior to submission to the Accounts Directors
* Following Accounts Director review, ensuring that the file and any associated reports are prepared ready for the Accounts Director to debrief the accounts with the client
* Ensure Accounts and Tax Returns are submitted in line with firm compliance and close down procedures
* Mentor colleagues from apprentice level through to Accounts Seniors and assist the Accounts Director in the management of the team on a day-to-day basis
* Proactively monitor and help to resolve client issues, providing constructive input to colleagues
* Responsible for your own CPD requirements
* Management of client diary and workflow to ensure that work is completed in a timely manner and within budget
* Review existing fees for clients make suggestions to Accounts Director if fee recovery is poor and fee requires renegotiation
* Act as one of the main points of contact for Accounts clients, keeping them informed of progress in relation to all aspects of service delivery and maintaining regular contact with them
* Develop knowledge of AMS Group's full suite of services and be able to recommend to the Accounts Director any appropriate cross-sell services from the existing client base
Requirements
* ACCA/ACA qualified or equivalent with at least 3 years post-qualification experience
* Proven experience of working in a practice environment
* Strong experience in dealing with Accounts in particular FRS102, FRS102 Section 1A and FRS105
* Strong experience with consolidations
* Proven track record of maintaining client relationships
* Experience with, and willing to, mentor colleagues
* Ability to take responsibility and use own initiative to resolve problems and issues.
* Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and clients at all levels
Salary and company benefits
* Competitive Salary
* 23 days annual leave
* Additional day off for birthday
* Discretionary annual bonus scheme
* Health cash plan after probation
* Perkbox subscription
* 1 x paid membership / subscription
* Cycle to work scheme
* Company sick pay
* Opportunity to purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave
* Enhanced parental pay policies
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Company pension scheme
AMS Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.