Accounting & Business Services Assistant Manager

About the role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a motivated Assistant Manager to join a growing and dynamic professional services environment. You will support the management of a varied SME client portfolio, assisting with the end‑to‑end delivery of accounting and compliance work while acting as a key day‑to‑day contact for clients.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in managing a portfolio of SME clients, ensuring deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
• Prepare year‑end accounts and management accounts.
• Support the review process and ensure compliance with accounting standards, including FRS 102 1A.
• Act as the day‑to‑day point of contact for client queries and ongoing support.
• Supervise and review work prepared by junior team members and outsourced teams.
• Help manage workflow, deadlines, and quality across assignments.
• Contribute to process improvements and team efficiencies.
• Support the development and mentoring of junior staff.

Required profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) or newly qualified.
• Experience within a practice environment.
• Strong grounding in accounts preparation and compliance.
• Good communication skills with the ability to build client relationships.
• Organised, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Required skills

• Knowledge of accounting standards (FRS 102 1A).
• Experience using cloud‑based accounting systems.

What we offer

• Supportive, collaborative team environment with a focus on learning and development.
• Clear progression path towards a Manager role as the business continues to grow.
• Opportunities to work with a diverse range of SME clients and services.