Assistant Manager

Assistant Manager / Client-Facing Accountant - Redditch

Established Accountancy Practice | Clear Route to Management

A well-regarded and growing accountancy practice, based in Redditch is looking to appoint a client-focused accountant to manage a small but varied portfolio and build long-term, trusted relationships with owner-managed businesses and individuals.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being at the heart of the client relationship, acting as a key point of contact while developing technically and commercially within a supportive, progression-led environment.

• Managing a small portfolio of clients, acting as their first and trusted point of contact
• Reviewing bookkeeping, VAT returns and management accounts
• Involvement in statutory accounts, corporation tax and personal tax filings
• Drafting client advice with the support of Managers and Directors
• Building a strong understanding of each client's business activities, operations and priorities
• Liaising closely with clients on deadlines, requirements and ad-hoc queries
• Supporting delivery across accounts, tax, VAT, payroll and company secretarial matters
• Assisting clients with interpretation of results, financial queries and system improvements
• Supporting clients with the implementation and development of accounting systems and controls
• Creating and improving internal processes to support the smooth running of the practice
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members, including involvement in internal training

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience)
• Ideally 2+ years' post-qualification experience within public practice
• Comfortable managing client relationships and communicating confidently with stakeholders
• Strong technical grounding across accounts, tax and financial reporting
• Confident user of Xero; experience with Iris / Sage an advantage
• Tech-aware, proactive and adaptable to new systems and processes
• A collaborative team player with strong people and communication skills
• Able to manage deadlines accurately in a fast-paced environment

• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays, plus an additional day after year one
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Clear progression pathways into management and beyond
• Supported study (where applicable)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Relaxed dress code

This appointment is being handled on a strictly confidential basis.

For an informal, off-record conversation, please get in touch directly.