Accounts Manager

Accounts Manager

Full Time | Permanent

For more than 40 years, we've been helping businesses and individuals thrive through expert advice, outstanding service, and strong relationships. Today, we're proud to be one of the largest independent accountancy firms in Worcestershire and the West Midlands, with 7 offices, 10 Partners, and over 250 talented professionals.

We combine the expertise and opportunities you'd expect from a top-tier firm with the supportive culture, personal approach, and community values of a local practice.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for a proactive and organised Accounts Manager.

Why Join Us?

At OR, people are at the heart of everything we do. We recognise hard work, encourage professional development, and create opportunities for genuine career progression.

You'll be joining a friendly, supportive team where your contribution is valued, your development is encouraged, and no two days are the same.

The Role

As Accounts Manager, you will deliver a first-class service from start to finish, ensuring compliance with the standards set by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. Whilst managing and developing an experienced and professional Accounts team, you will work closely with senior managers and partners to shape the future of business.

Key Responsibilities

· Manage and develop a portfolio of clients, taking the lead with relationship management and working closely with Partners

· As part of the management team, you will provide an outstanding professional, technically compliant and efficiently tailored service to clients;

o Planning and co-ordinating all aspects of Accounts, organisation of work allocation, workflow, processes and resources for the team

o Ensuring all team members are supervised

o Arranging file reviews within agreed time schedules to ensure quality and a standardised approach

o Controlling client allocation in relation to timescales, budgets and risk management procedures

· Drive a high performance and development culture within the team, through coaching and development, performance appraisals and inspirational leadership

· Providing technical assistance (accounting and taxation) and performing technical checks

· Dealing with any concerns regarding accounts preparation / assignments with Partners, and adhering to risk management policies and procedures

· Workflow management and continuous process improvement

· Building internal relationships with managers and key stakeholders across the practice

· Support the Partners to develop a strategy that will support the firms’ growth plans and identify opportunities to add value to existing client portfolio

About You

We're looking for someone who is organised, detail-focused, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

You'll ideally be:

· A highly motivated and forward-thinking individual looking for an opportunity to move to the next level in their career.

· Professional with a refreshing, down-to-earth attitude and great at communication skills

· Qualified, or part qualified with experience of working in a Practice environment and enjoy the challenge of a varied role with scope to develop the existing business portfolio

· Excellent organisational and planning skills

· IT literate

· Strong technical ability with up-to-date detailed knowledge of UK Accounting and Taxation standards

· Experience in using accounting software including CCH and Xero

What We Offer

In return, you'll receive a competitive benefits package including:

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Annual leave increasing with length of service
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Social and Company events

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact, develop your skills, and build a rewarding career with a respected and growing firm, we'd love to hear from you.

Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications, if you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of applying, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Employee mentoring programme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Paid volunteer time
• Referral programme

Work Location: In person