Accounts Manager
*Annual Salary: £55,000 - £65,000
*Location: North London
*Job Type: Full-time
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a growing Accountancy Practice in North London. As an Accounts Manager, you will be part of a practice known for its successful relationships and forward-thinking, dynamic partnership.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Establish engagement objectives, including the issuance of engagement letters, timetables, and deliverables.
*Make general planning decisions regarding resourcing, staff objectives, timelines, budgetary review, and WIP monitoring.
*Maintain close review of the staff resourcing planner, collaborating with other managers, the outsourcing team, and other departments to meet the needs of the department and the firm.
*Coordinate the scheduling of work with client activities and requirements.
*Assign seniors, assistants, and specialists to perform fieldwork, meet their training needs during assignments, provide guidance, and supervise their work to address queries raised during the assignment.
*Review all planning aspects, working papers, and completion work to prepare files for partner review.
*Discuss and resolve contentious points in accounting or accounts disclosure, seeking specialist assistance where required.
*Assist partners in billing clients for services rendered, monitor WIP processes, and provide WIP reports to partners.
*Prepare costing and quotes for assignments and prepare tender documentation where necessary.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*ACA/ACCA qualified with a minimum of 4 years’ experience within a UK practice.
*Experience in statutory and monthly reporting under FRS102 (including s1A) and FRS102 SORP.
*Proficient in Caseware, CCH software, Sage, Quickbooks, Xero, and Microsoft packages.
*Experience in people and time management, preferably within a business services team of over 10 people.
*Knowledge of groups and consolidation is beneficial.
*Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to form professional relationships.
*Strong academic background and non-academic extra-curricular interests demonstrating leadership or entrepreneurial flair.
Benefits:
*Competitive salary package with opportunities for career progression.
*Supportive and friendly work environment with a balance of technical expertise and dedication to partner-led service.
*Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
*Spacious and recently refurbished office in a prime North London location.
To apply for the Accounts Manager position, please submit your CV today!