Accounts Assistant Manager
Guildford, Surrey
Hybrid Working
Competitive, based on experience
A well-established accountancy practice in Guildford is recruiting an Accounts Assistant Manager to join its growing Accounts team. This role is ideal for a qualified ACA / ACCA accountant with strong practice experience who is looking to take on greater responsibility, client ownership and advisory exposure.
The position offers a mix of hands-on accounts preparation and review, team supervision and business advisory / corporate finance support, making it a well-rounded opportunity for career progression.
The Role
- Manage a growing portfolio of clients, acting as the primary point of contact
- Prepare and review statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships and groups
- Prepare and review year-end working paper files and liaise with auditors
- Manage and oversee group consolidations
- Review accounts and files prepared by junior colleagues
- Support Directors with advisory projects, including due diligence and company valuations
- Deliver management accounts, forecasting, budgeting and variance analysis with commentary
- Take ownership of assignments from planning through to final delivery
- Manage day-to-day client relationships to ensure a high-quality service
- Support the training, supervision and development of junior staff
- Ensure compliance with current UK accounting standards and best practice
- Contribute to process improvements and firm growth initiatives
Candidate Profile
- ACA or ACCA qualified (essential)
- Degree-level education or equivalent
- Previous experience within a UK accountancy practice (essential)
- Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards
- Experience preparing and reviewing accounts for limited companies and groups
- Experience with consolidated accounts (essential)
- Exposure to Charities’ accounts (desirable)
- Interest in corporate finance and advisory work
- Experience using CCH Accounts Production, Silverfin and Xero (desirable)
- Strong Excel and general IT skills
- Full UK driving licence with own vehicle preferred
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Hybrid working and flexible hours
- Clear progression pathway to Accounts Manager
- Exposure to advisory and corporate finance work
- Supportive team culture with ongoing development
- Guildford-based role with local and regional clients
Location
- Guildford, Surrey
- Conveniently located and easily commutable from Guildford, Woking, Farnham and surrounding Surrey areas
Next Steps
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch Jack Wood on jack@oscar-wood.co.uk or 07817 796391