Accounts Assistant Manager - Top 20 Firm
Cambridge
Up to £45,000

An established and growing top 20 accounting firm is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to join its Cambridge office. Working with a diverse portfolio of SME clients, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of client relationships while delivering high-quality accounting and advisory services. You'll play a key part in supporting the wider team, mentoring juniors, and contributing to the ongoing development of efficient, client-focused processes within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Role Requirements

  • Manage a varied portfolio of clients, ensuring all work is delivered accurately and in line with deadlines.
  • Prepare and review year-end accounts, corporation tax computations, VAT returns and confirmation statements.
  • Act as a key point of contact for clients, building strong, long-term relationships.
  • Lead client meetings, including year-end and closing discussions.
  • Support, mentor and review the work of junior team members.
  • Identify opportunities to improve internal processes and enhance service delivery.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Personal Requirements

  • ACA / ACCA / AAT qualified with strong experience in accountancy practice.
  • Proven experience managing client portfolios within a practice environment.
  • Strong technical knowledge across accounts, tax and compliance.
  • Confident communicator with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
  • Experience supporting or mentoring junior staff.
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
  • Proficient in accounting software and Excel.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary package.
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy additional leave.
  • Christmas shutdown.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Life assurance.
  • Enhanced family leave and sick pay.
  • Employee assistance programme.
  • Flexible benefits platform including health-related options and retail discounts.

If you're an experienced practice professional ready to step into a more senior, client-facing role, apply now.

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£40,000.00 - £45,000.00
Per annum
GBP40000.00 - GBP45000.00 per annum

Cambridge

Permanent

Added 16/04/2026
Reference: 25805_1776331778

Accounts Assistant Manager - Top 20 Firm

Cambridge
Permanent

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