Job Detail

Accounts Manager

• Field: Accountancy & Bookkeeping
• Deadline: 2026-03-10 01:03
• Godalming, Surrey

This is a unique opportunity to join a well-established UK practice as an Accounts Manager. The role offers the successful candidate the chance to leave their mark and improve internal processes while supporting a close-knit team. 

Job Title:          Accounts Manager

Job Type:         Permanent

Location:        Godalming

Salary:             £60,000 – 75,000

Reference no:  15960 

Accounts Manager – About The Role

You will manage a team of senior accountants, reviewing their work and helping clients achieve their goals. This is a role where your experience will directly influence the way the office operates, with plenty of scope to introduce improvements and drive efficiency. The office operates independently but benefits from being part of a wider group. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are offered to support a good work-life balance. Key responsibilities include:

Manage and review the work of senior accountants, ensuring high-quality output and providing guidance where necessary to maintain professional standards

Take ownership of a portfolio of clients, delivering proactive advice and supporting them in achieving both statutory and strategic objectives

Identify opportunities to improve internal processes and workflows, implementing solutions to drive efficiency and enhance team performance

Advise clients on statutory accounts and personal tax matters, providing clarity and practical recommendations tailored to their circumstances

Work closely with leadership to shape office strategy and operations, contributing to both short-term goals and long-term business development

Opportunity to progress to Director/Partner level for the right candidate, taking on increased responsibility and influence within the firm

The successful Accounts Manager will have:

ACA or ACCA qualified with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a UK firm

Proven experience managing senior accountants and reviewing their work

Strong experience with statutory accounts and personal tax

Ability to work independently while collaborating with a close-knit team

Ambition to influence processes and contribute to office development

Accounts Manager – Benefits

Hybrid working with flexibility to fit around personal commitments

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Opportunity to take ownership of processes and drive improvements within the office

Career progression potential to Director/Partner level

Collaborative, supportive team environment with a focus on professional development

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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