Assistant Practice Manager

Bristol

Permanent

£45,000 - £60,000

Are you a fully Chartered Accountant with strong, recent, Accountancy Practice experience, ready to take the next step towards Practice Manager? T his is a crucial hire for a growing, ambitious accountancy practice in Bristol. You will work closely with the Directors, supporting the leadership of the firm and playing a key role in its continued growth and development.

This is not a "review-only" position. The firm is seeking someone hands-on, commercially minded, and ambitious - An individual who wants to build a long-term future and progress into a Practice Manager position.

The Role

• Supporting the Directors with the day-to-day running of the practice
• Managing a varied portfolio of clients including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
• Preparing and reviewing bookkeeping and management accounts
• Reviewing and overseeing VAT returns and compliance work
• Attending client meetings and building strong, lasting relationships
• Supporting, mentoring, and helping to train junior team members
• Contributing to the growth and strategic development of the firm

Candidate Profile

• Fully Chartered Accountant (ACA / ACCA) - Essential
• Minimum 5 years' recent experience within an accountancy practice
• Confident working in a hands-on capacity (not solely reviewing work)
• Strong experience with bookkeeping, management accounts, and client advisory
• Commercially aware, proactive, and solutions-focused
• Ambitious, energetic, and personable with strong client-facing skills

The Directors are looking for someone with presence and personality - An upbeat, driven professional who enjoys client interaction and being part of a collaborative, growing firm. This role offers a clear and structured progression path to Practice Manager for the right individual.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply today. Alternatively, contact Laura Powell on or email , or click Apply to upload your CV for consideration.

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