Accounts Senior / Assistant Manager

Job Opportunity: Qualified Practice Accountant / Assistant Manager

Location: Leatherhead, Surrey

Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time

Sector: Accountancy Practice / Business Services

TPF Recruitment, the leading accountancy practice recruiters in the South, are delighted to be supporting a highly regarded and growing accountancy practice with the recruitment of a Qualified Practice Accountant / Assistant Manager.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recently qualified accountant looking to take the next step in their career within a varied business services environment. The role combines technical accounting, client management and team leadership, with responsibility for reviewing work and supporting the development of junior team members.

You will work with a diverse portfolio of UK and international businesses, gaining exposure to management accounts, statutory accounts, VAT, PAYE, financial reporting and advisory work.

The Role

You will play an important role within the team, overseeing the delivery and review of accounts and financial work whilst acting as a trusted adviser to clients.

Key responsibilities will include:

Overseeing and reviewing management accounts and statutory accounts for UK and international businesses

Providing technical guidance and support on accounting matters

Reviewing monthly, quarterly and annual VAT returns

Advising clients on VAT and PAYE matters

Supporting start up businesses with their accounting and financial requirements

Managing UK financial reporting for limited companies, LLPs, partnerships and sole traders

Assisting with the implementation of accounting and financial systems

Providing advice across a range of business and accounting matters

Managing and developing client relationships

Acting as a key point of contact for clients and delivering a high standard of service

Delegating work and managing workloads within the team

Training, mentoring and reviewing junior members of staff

Supporting the continued improvement of systems and processes

Using technology to improve efficiency and client service

RequirementsThe Ideal Candidate

Recently qualified ACA, ACCA or equivalent

Strong technical knowledge across management and statutory accounting

Previous experience within an accountancy practice

Confident reviewing accounts and financial information

Good understanding of VAT and PAYE

Experience working with a varied portfolio of clients

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Confident managing and developing client relationships

Comfortable delegating work and supporting junior team members

Professional, organised and committed to delivering high quality work

Strong IT and accounting software skills

A collaborative team player who enjoys supporting colleagues and contributing to the wider team

BenefitsWhat's on Offer

Varied portfolio of UK and international clients

Excellent exposure to accounts, management accounting, VAT and advisory work

Opportunity to take on team leadership responsibility

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Clear opportunities for career progression

Opportunity to work with a diverse range of businesses and industries

A role offering genuine responsibility and client interaction

If you are a recently qualified accountant looking to progress into a role combining technical accounting, client management and team leadership, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a growing and forward thinking practice.

For more information, please contact Kourtney Luckett at TPF Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email .

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