Accounts Assistant Manager - Top 20 Firm

Accounts Assistant Manager - Top 20 Firm Cambridge Up to £45,000

An established and growing top 20 accounting firm is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to join its Cambridge office. Working with a diverse portfolio of SME clients, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of client relationships while delivering high-quality accounting and advisory services. You'll play a key part in supporting the wider team, mentoring juniors, and contributing to the ongoing development of efficient, client-focused processes within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Role Requirements

• Manage a varied portfolio of clients, ensuring all work is delivered accurately and in line with deadlines.
• Prepare and review year-end accounts, corporation tax computations, VAT returns and confirmation statements.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, building strong, long-term relationships.
• Lead client meetings, including year-end and closing discussions.
• Support, mentor and review the work of junior team members.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal processes and enhance service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Personal Requirements

• ACA / ACCA / AAT qualified with strong experience in accountancy practice.
• Proven experience managing client portfolios within a practice environment.
• Strong technical knowledge across accounts, tax and compliance.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Experience supporting or mentoring junior staff.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Proficient in accounting software and Excel.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy additional leave.
• Christmas shutdown.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Enhanced family leave and sick pay.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Flexible benefits platform including health-related options and retail discounts.

If you're an experienced practice professional ready to step into a more senior, client-facing role, apply now.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.