Accounts Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 09 Rhagfyr 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 08 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Axminster, Devon |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | RD Partnership |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | RDP143 |
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We’re looking for an experienced and ambitious Accounts Manager to join our friendly and high-performing team in Axminster. This is a brilliant opportunity to work closely with a varied client portfolio, support junior team members, and play a key role in delivering exceptional service and advice to our clients. It is expected that you will already be working at manager level and are looking for an opportunity with the potential to grow towards, initially, Director and then, eventually, Partner. This is a real opportunity to build a successful, high-level career, with respect and opportunity at the heart of the local community.
Main Duties
As an Accounts Manager, you’ll enjoy a diverse and rewarding role, including:
Leading and mentoring a team, managing their workflow, and supporting their development
Acting as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients, building strong, trusted relationships
Reviewing and preparing financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
Preparing and reviewing tax computations and corporate/personal tax returns
Overseeing VAT return preparation and submission
Ensuring compliance with tax and accounting regulations, including filings to HMRC and Companies House
Helping clients set up new businesses, from incorporation to registration with HMRC
Providing proactive, value-added advice to help clients reduce tax liabilities and improve profitability
Identifying opportunities to offer additional support and services to clients
Assisting directors and partners with technical and specialist assignments
Ensuring all work meets our internal standards, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements
This job description summarises the main duties and responsibilities of the post, however the list is not exhaustive as the post-holder may be required to undertake other duties and projects of similar level and responsibility.
Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications
We’re looking for someone who’s confident in managing client relationships and enjoys being a trusted advisor to growing businesses. Ideally, you’ll have:
Experience working in an accountancy practice at a manager level
A solid background in preparing accounts and tax returns for limited companies and unincorporated businesses
ACA / ACCA qualification and a strong academic and personal background
A proactive, positive, and supportive approach to team leadership
Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise in a busy environment
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the confidence to present information clearly and concisely
A friendly, approachable nature and a commitment to delivering excellent client service
Terms / Benefits
36.25 hours / 5 days per week
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Annual salary review.
Opportunity to carry over 1 week’s holiday into the following holiday year.
Death in service 3 x annual salary.
Access to Westfield Rewards and Health scheme.
24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline.
Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving and Private Medical Insurance.
Introducing clients and team member commission schemes.
Pension 3% rising to 4% (but matched up to 6%) after 4 years’ service.
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay after one years’ service.
Main Duties
As an Accounts Manager, you’ll enjoy a diverse and rewarding role, including:
Leading and mentoring a team, managing their workflow, and supporting their development
Acting as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients, building strong, trusted relationships
Reviewing and preparing financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
Preparing and reviewing tax computations and corporate/personal tax returns
Overseeing VAT return preparation and submission
Ensuring compliance with tax and accounting regulations, including filings to HMRC and Companies House
Helping clients set up new businesses, from incorporation to registration with HMRC
Providing proactive, value-added advice to help clients reduce tax liabilities and improve profitability
Identifying opportunities to offer additional support and services to clients
Assisting directors and partners with technical and specialist assignments
Ensuring all work meets our internal standards, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements
This job description summarises the main duties and responsibilities of the post, however the list is not exhaustive as the post-holder may be required to undertake other duties and projects of similar level and responsibility.
Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications
We’re looking for someone who’s confident in managing client relationships and enjoys being a trusted advisor to growing businesses. Ideally, you’ll have:
Experience working in an accountancy practice at a manager level
A solid background in preparing accounts and tax returns for limited companies and unincorporated businesses
ACA / ACCA qualification and a strong academic and personal background
A proactive, positive, and supportive approach to team leadership
Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise in a busy environment
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the confidence to present information clearly and concisely
A friendly, approachable nature and a commitment to delivering excellent client service
Terms / Benefits
36.25 hours / 5 days per week
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Annual salary review.
Opportunity to carry over 1 week’s holiday into the following holiday year.
Death in service 3 x annual salary.
Access to Westfield Rewards and Health scheme.
24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline.
Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving and Private Medical Insurance.
Introducing clients and team member commission schemes.
Pension 3% rising to 4% (but matched up to 6%) after 4 years’ service.
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay after one years’ service.