Accounts Manager/Assistant Manager
| Posting date: | 10 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £42,500.0 to £60,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £42,500 - £60,000 (DOE) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 January 2026 |
| Location: | Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3XZ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4754446_1765365151 |
Summary
Your new company
Our client is a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional client service across the South West. They are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Manager or Assistant Manager to join their dynamic team and take ownership of a diverse client portfolio. This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week) offering variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to contribute to a growing practice.Your new role
- Act as main point of contact for client portfolios
- Review accounts, tax returns, VAT returns, and prepare insightful reports
- Draft professional correspondence and client letters
- Raise accurate invoices promptly
- Ensure deadlines are met for both personal and team workload
- Monitor and follow up on outstanding client fees
- Handle new client enquiries confidently
- Support directors with workload as required
- Liaise with external stakeholders, including HMRC, on behalf of clients
What you'll need to succeed
- Experienced in accountancy practice (ideally ACA/ACCA qualified or part-qualified)
- Confident communicator with strong client-facing skills
- Organised, deadline-driven, and able to manage multiple priorities
- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a team
- Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office tools
What you'll get in return
They offer a supportive team environment with excellent opportunities for professional growth and development. Staff enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, including private medical insurance, company pension, flexible working options, on-site parking, wellness programmes, and company events.What you need to do now
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