Accounts Manager

TPF Recruitment, the Southeast’s leading accountancy practice recruitment specialists, are working with an independent firm of Chartered Accountants in Portsmouth, Hampshire, to recruit an experienced Accounts Manager to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and highly regarded independent practice in a role offering a varied general practice workload, significant client interaction and the opportunity to take ownership of a portfolio of clients.

Working closely with the Directors, you will manage client relationships, oversee the delivery and review of accounts work, and provide support on a range of complex accounting and tax matters. The role offers a high degree of autonomy, with the opportunity to contribute to the continued success of the firm and support the development of more junior team members.

The position can be tailored to suit the successful candidate’s experience and career aspirations, with a focus on delivering a high-quality service to a diverse client base.

Key Responsibilities

Manage your own portfolio of clients, acting as a key point of contact and reporting directly to the Directors. Review and oversee the preparation of statutory accounts, group accounts and consolidations, corporation tax returns and personal tax returns. Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing proactive advice and acting as the first point of contact for day-to-day queries.

Attend and lead client meetings, discussing financial performance, accounting matters and wider business needs. Support clients with outsourced Finance Director-level services, offering commercial insight and guidance where required. Assist with complex corporate and personal tax planning matters, working collaboratively with colleagues and the Directors.

Ensure all work is completed accurately, efficiently and to a consistently high standard, ready for final Director review. Support and mentor junior team members, sharing technical knowledge and helping to maintain high standards across the accounts team.

Requirements

ACA/ ACCA qualified or AAT qualified with experience working in a similar role within a firm of Chartered Accountants. Previous experience within a mid-tier or similarly reputable accountancy practice, with exposure to complex accounts and higher-value clients. Strong technical ability, including the review of statutory accounts and consolidation work, with the confidence to prepare assignments for final Director review.

Good working knowledge of corporation tax and VAT. Confident in managing client relationships and leading meetings independently. A commercially minded approach, with the ability to understand clients’ wider business needs and provide practical support.

Benefits

£53,000–£60,000, dependent on experience and background, with flexibility for the right candidate. Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 from home). A varied and technically interesting client portfolio. Direct access to the Directors, with a high level of autonomy and responsibility. The opportunity to develop client relationships and progress your career within a growing firm.

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