Accounts Manager – Opportunity to Progress to Director/Shareholder
Hours: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Depended on Experience (Ask Recruiter)
Location: Wilmslow
About:
A dynamic accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Manager to join its growing team. The firm focuses on delivering strategic, accountancy, and asset protection services, working closely with clients to help them achieve their goals. Known for building strong, long-term client relationships, the practice supports a diverse portfolio—from sole traders to multinational corporations—while maintaining a commitment to delivering the highest level of personal service.
Job Purpose
As the business continues to expand, it is looking for a driven and ambitious individual to maintain its strong market reputation and deliver high-quality client services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing a team of staff
- Overseeing a portfolio of clients
- Reviewing annual accounts and corporation tax
- Preparing annual accounts for larger clients
- Preparing corporation tax returns
- Producing detailed management accounts in Excel
- Training junior staff
- Participating in business development and client onboarding (desirable but not essential)
Candidate Profile
- The ideal candidate will have:
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a practice environment
- Experience in managing client relationships
- Proficiency in preparing year-end accounts
- AAT, ACA, or ACCA qualification
- A positive, can-do attitude and professional presentation
- Familiarity with Iris software (advantageous)
Benefits Include:
- 25 days annual leave, plus:
- An extra day off for birthdays
- 3 additional days off between Christmas and New Year
- One extra day for every 2 years of service (capped at 30 days)
- Fresh fruit provided in the office
- Free parking
- Flexi-time working
- Regular team social events
- Relaxed dress code on Fridays
- Bupa cash plan health insurance
- Company pension scheme
- One paid charity day per year
For the right candidate, there is a genuine opportunity to progress to Director level and become a co-owner of the business.
Employee Insights
Team members frequently cite the supportive environment, strong leadership, and positive workplace culture as key reasons for staying. The office environment is described as laid-back and friendly, with a strong sense of camaraderie and shared values centered around exceptional client service. Social activities, flexible work arrangements, and leadership support contribute to a thriving and enjoyable work setting.
Ideal Candidate
This role would suit someone looking for more than just a traditional 9–5 job—someone who values a collaborative, fun, and energetic workplace with a healthy work-life balance and the opportunity to grow within a forward-thinking firm.
For more information, please contact the below:
Amy Doumbia
Recruitment Consultant
T: 07842 313 876
E: amy@supreme-ss.com