Accounts Manager

Accounts Manager
Brentwood
£50,000 - £62,000

A well-established and fast-growing, Top 20 accountancy firm is seeking an experienced Accounts Manager to join its growing team. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a client portfolio, lead and develop a team, and play a key part in driving business growth and client excellence.

• Manage and grow a portfolio of clients, ensuring high-quality delivery and adherence to deadlines.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Review accounts and supporting files to ensure compliance with UK regulations and internal standards.
• Provide proactive business advice and identify opportunities to add value to clients.
• Lead, mentor, and develop junior team members to drive performance.
• Improve efficiency and profitability through best practice and use of technology.
• Support wider business planning and contribute to revenue growth initiatives.
• Take ownership of client service delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and client satisfaction.

• ACA or ACCA qualified with a background in accountancy practice.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting standards and tax compliance.
• Proven experience managing client relationships and portfolios.
• Leadership experience with the ability to develop and motivate a team.
• Commercially aware with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ambitious, driven, and keen to progress towards a senior leadership role.
• Highly organised with excellent communication skills.

• Competitive salary package.
• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to purchase additional days.
• Pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Enhanced family leave and sick pay.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Flexible benefits platform including health-related options and lifestyle perks.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment with clear progression opportunities.

If you're an experienced practice professional looking to step into a leadership role with genuine progression opportunities, 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.