Accounting Manager

Armstrong Watson are a trusted and leading independent Accountancy and Business Advisory firm based in the North of England and Scotland. Our services and advice are all centred around our Quest to support our clients to achieve prosperity, a secure future and peace of mind, which cannot be achieved without the expertise of our dedicated and valued colleagues.With approximately 700colleagues situated across 19 offices, our people and our culture are at the heart of what we do. We recognise the unique impact we have on not only our clients, but also our colleagues, and the communities in which we operate. Our success is dependent on every colleague embracing all four of our core values: Honesty, Humanity, Trust and Passion.The RoleAre you a Chartered Qualified (ICAS, ACA or ACCA) Accounting Professional looking to take the next step in your career?We are seeking an ambitious and technically skilled Business Services Manager to join our dynamic team based in Penrith, Cumbria. This is a fantastic opportunity for those eager to develop and progress to a Senior Manager position.As a Business Services Manager, you will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from basic to large and complex assignments. Your main goal will be to ensure that our clients receive exceptional service whilst also focusing on team collaboration, performance and engagement.If you are passionate about delivering excellence and ready to advance in your career, we would love to hear from youThe main elements of this role will include:Taking ownership for a portfolio of basic / large / complex Business Services clientsBeing responsible for the completion and submission of financial statements, business taxation and personal taxation for all clients within your portfolio by the required deadlinesOverseeing and providing technical support to Business Services Assistants and Seniors. You will also be responsible for completing line management duties (1-1s, Annual and Quarterly Goal Setting Meetings, Student Review Meetings etc)Resolving more complex queries relating to assignments and liaising directly with our clientsReviewing assignments which have been prepared by Business Services Assistants and Seniors to ensure they comply with our requirements and are ready for client reviewAttending and contributing to client meetings as required by the Business Services PartnerForming good and professional relationships with clients, creating an environment whereby clients feel happy to refer their contacts to Armstrong WatsonBuilding your own network of professional contacts, which will hopefully result in generating new businessPlease note that we will not be accepting candidates from agency suppliers in connection with this vacancy.The CandidateIn order to fulfil the responsibilities of the position, we would like candidates to be / have:A Full UK Driving LicenceEither ICAS, ACA or ACCA qualifiedExperience of working in an accounting capacity at an Accountancy PracticeAmbitious, and keen to drive the team forwardComfortable working in a fast-paced environmentA dedicated team player, and willing to assist colleagues in the team where possibleAble to prioritise workloads under strict deadlines and work well under pressureAble to use initiative and have great organisation / problem solving skillsKeen to become part of a dynamic teamThe BenefitsIn return for your hard work helping us shape our future growth and development; we will provide a competitive salary and a positive benefits package which includes:Salary Sacrifice Employer Contribution Pension Scheme including Life Cover (4x salary) and Income ProtectionCompetitive Annual Leave entitlement up to 26 days, plus Bank HolidaysAnnual Leave Purchase Scheme allowing you to buy up to 5 additional days annual leave each yearSmart Working Policy, giving you the ability to balance home and remote workingHealth Shield Cash Plan (cash back on a range of Health benefits and discounts on holidays, fashion and entertainment)Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support for wellbeing and health)Paid flu jabs and eye testsIntroductory Commission Scheme (financial reward if you refer a new client)Employee Referral Scheme (financial reward if you refer new AW colleagues) enabling you to claim up to £2,500 for each referralOngoing access to online training courses and materialsPaid professional membership feesCharity of the MonthColleague of the MonthSubsidised social events throughout the yearIn addition to all the benefits you would expect from an award winning employer, you will be given the utmost encouragement and support to develop your career further. #J-18808-Ljbffr