Accounts Manager / Senior Manager

We are actively recruiting for a newly created Manager / Senior Manager opportunity with a long-standing, modern and independent firm of chartered accountants in Northampton. The firm is growing and has opened this role to attract the strongest applicant, with flexibility on title and scope depending on your experience. You will join a supportive, modern practice that values its people, offers flexibility, and provides genuine long-term progression.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working: 2 days from home after a short induction
• Free on-site parking
• Health costs plan
• Pension scheme
• Good holiday allowance which rises gradually over time
• Flexible working hours
• A friendly, collaborative, and professional environment committed to development

Key Responsibilities for Accounts Manager / Senior Manager Vacancy:

• Review accounts, corporation tax, personal tax, and audit work completed by the accounts team
• Review bookkeeping, VAT returns, and management accounts produced by the bookkeeping team
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, identifying training needs and supporting development
• Plan work for sole traders, partnerships, limited companies, and charities
• Liaise with clients to review and discuss draft accounts
• Manage communications with clients, HMRC, and other stakeholders
• Build strong, effective client relationships and deliver high-quality service
• Identify opportunities to introduce additional services or support client growth
• Support practice development and contribute to the firm’s ongoing growth

Key Requirements for Accounts Manager / Senior Manager Vacancy:

• Strong experience working within an accountancy practice
• Excellent technical knowledge across accounts and tax
• Knowledge of cloud and desktop accounting systems such as Iris, Xero, Sage 50, QuickBooks, and FreeAgent
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to manage staff, review work, and maintain high technical standards