Accounts Manager

Job DescriptionAccounts Manager - AxminsterAre you an experienced accounts professional ready to take the next step in your career? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected accountancy practice with multiple offices across the South West. The firm is known for its supportive culture, strong people focus, and commitment to developing long-term careers.We're looking for an ambitious Accounts Manager to join a friendly and high-performing team in Axminster. You'll work with a varied client portfolio, mentor junior colleagues, and play a key role in delivering excellent service and advice. For the right candidate, the role offers a clear progression path toward Director level and eventually Partner.What You'll Be DoingAs the Accounts Manager, you'll take on a varied and rewarding role, including:Leading, mentoring, and developing a team while managing workflowActing as the main point of contact for your own portfolio of clientsReviewing and preparing financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole tradersPreparing and reviewing tax computations and corporate/personal tax returnsOverseeing VAT return preparation and submissionEnsuring compliance with tax and accounting regulations, including HMRC and Companies House filingsSupporting clients with new business setup, incorporation, and registrationsProviding proactive advice to help clients improve profitability and reduce tax liabilitiesIdentifying opportunities to offer additional services and supportAssisting senior leadership with technical and specialist assignmentsUpholding internal standards, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements(Additional duties may be required in line with the level of responsibility.)What We're Looking ForYou'll be confident in managing client relationships and enjoy acting as a trusted advisor to growing businesses. Ideally, you will bring:Experience working at Manager level within an accountancy practiceStrong experience preparing accounts and tax returns for both limited and unincorporated businessesACA or ACCA qualificationA proactive, positive, and collaborative leadership styleExcellent organisational skills and attention to detailStrong written and verbal communication skillsA friendly and approachable manner with a commitment to excellent client serviceWhat's on Offer36.25 hours per week (5 days)25 days' annual leave plus bank holidaysAnnual salary reviewAbility to carry over one week of holidayDeath in service: 3x annual salaryAccess to reward and health schemes24-hour external Employee Assistance ProgrammeFlexible benefits including:Buy/Sell holidayCycle to WorkPayroll charity givingPrivate Medical InsuranceClient and team member introduction bonus schemesPension: 3% rising to 4% (matched up to 6%) after 4 yearsEnhanced maternity and paternity pay (after one year)If you're motivated, client-focused, and ready to progress your career within a respected practice, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step.The Curve Group is a Recruitment Services and Human Resources business with a mission to transform the working lives of the people and organisations we work with.We collect and process your personal data for the purpose of providing recruitment and related HR services, in line with our legitimate business interests and legal obligations.We will retain your data for two years from the last point of contact, after which it will be securely deleted unless you request otherwise.For more details about how we handle your personal data and your rights, please see our full Privacy Policy on our website.JBRP1_UKTJ