Practice Accountant (Accounts Manager Level)

Practice Accountant (Accounts Manager Level)

Weybridge, Surrey £50,000 - £80,000 Hybrid Working Career Progression

We are recruiting for a Practice Accountant (Accounts Manager Level) to join a growing and ambitious accountancy practice based in Weybridge, Surrey.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA or ACCA qualified Practice Accountant or Senior Accountant with post-qualification experience in practice who is looking to step into a role with responsibility for managing a client portfolio, developing long-term client relationships and supporting the continued growth of the firm.

The role offers genuine scope for progression and would suit someone who enjoys combining hands-on technical accounting work with client management and business development activity.

The Firm

The firm is a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice supporting a broad client base of owner-managed businesses and SMEs.

They operate in a collaborative and supportive environment, embrace cloud-based accounting technology and offer flexible, hybrid working to support productivity and work-life balance.

The Role - Practice Accountant (Accounts Manager Level)

As a Practice Accountant, you will take ownership of a client portfolio and act as a trusted adviser across accounting, tax and day-to-day business matters.

You will be involved in both the technical delivery of accounts work and the ongoing development of client relationships, including initial consultation calls and supporting new business opportunities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and developing a portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients
• Preparation, review and submission of year-end statutory accounts and corporation tax returns
• Preparation, review and presentation of management accounts
• Reviewing self-assessment tax returns
• Involvement in business reporting, WIP management and monthly billing reviews
• Supporting business development activity, including client meetings and proposals
• Supporting, mentoring and supervising junior members of the team

About You

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with several years' post-qualification experience in accountancy practice
• Strong technical background in preparing and reviewing accounts for SME clients
• Comfortable managing a client portfolio and building long-term client relationships
• Confident using cloud-based accounting software, such as Xero, and open to adopting new technology
• Well organised, commercially aware and able to manage deadlines effectively
• Motivated and ambitious, with a desire to progress within a growing practice

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £50,000 - £80,000, depending on experience and qualifications
• Hybrid working, with flexibility around office and home working
• Ongoing training and development across accounting, tax and technology
• Exposure to a varied and interesting client portfolio
• Clear scope for progression within the firm

Location

Based in Weybridge, Surrey, the role is easily commutable from Hersham, Kingston, Cobham, Walton, Esher, Addlestone and surrounding areas.

Next Steps

If you are looking to take the next step in your career as a Practice Accountant (Accounts Manager Level) in Weybridge, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Fletcher George is an inclusive Surrey-based financial recruiter welcoming all applications relevant to the role. We are committed to attracting a diverse pool of applicants and supporting professionals in finding career opportunities where they can thrive.

We are an accountancy and finance recruitment agency acting as an Employment Agency.

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