Accounts Manager
Peterborough
£30,000 - £40,000

An established accountancy practice is seeking a Client Manager to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice accountant to take ownership of a varied portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality accounts and tax services while building strong client relationships. The role offers a mix of technical work, client advisory responsibilities and involvement in improving internal processes within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Role Responsibilities

  • Manage a portfolio of clients, providing a professional and responsive service.
  • Prepare and review year-end statutory accounts for limited companies, LLPs, partnerships and sole traders.
  • Prepare Corporation Tax computations and returns.
  • Prepare Self-Assessment tax returns for directors, business owners, partners and associated individuals.
  • Provide clients with practical advice on tax efficiency, accounting systems and regulatory compliance.
  • Respond to client queries via telephone, email and face-to-face meetings.
  • Identify opportunities to provide additional services to existing clients.
  • Support the implementation of improved processes, technology and workflow systems.
  • Ensure all client work complies with ICAEW standards, ethical guidelines and practice procedures.
  • Keep up to date with changes in UK accounting standards, tax legislation and professional regulations.
  • Liaise with HMRC and other authorities on behalf of clients.
  • Work alongside the bookkeeping team where required and assist with ad hoc assignments, including management accounts, budgets and cashflow forecasts.
  • Provide support to the partners and assist with the smooth day-to-day running of the practice.

Personal Requirements

  • ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent), although experienced part-qualified candidates will also be considered.
  • Previous experience working within a UK accountancy practice.
  • Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting standards and tax compliance.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • Commercially aware with a proactive approach to client service.
  • Experience using Xero is desirable.
  • Knowledge of CCH Accounts Production and CCH Tax is advantageous but not essential.

Benefits

  • 21 days' annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
  • Hybrid working.
  • Subsidised private healthcare.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Mental health and wellbeing support.
  • Regular team social events.

If you're an experienced accountancy practice professional looking to manage your own client portfolio within a supportive and forward-thinking firm, apply today!

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.

£30,000.00 - £40,000.00
Per annum
GBP30000.00 - GBP40000.00 per annum

Peterborough

Permanent

Added 22/07/2026
Reference: 26214_1784727685

Accounts Manager

Peterborough
Permanent

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