Audit & Accounts Manager (Accountancy Practice)

Accounts & Audit Manager OR Assistant Manager

Salary: £50,000 - £65,000

Working Arrangements: Full Time Hybrid & Flexible Working

Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

Role Description

I'm working with a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice in Bury St Edmunds that is looking to strengthen its Corporate Services team with the addition of an Accounts & Audit Professional.

The role offers a varied split across audit, accounts and specialist assignments, working with a diverse client base ranging from SMEs through to large groups, charities and more complex, niche engagements.

What's in it for you?

• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Enhanced sick pay and income protection
• Life assurance
• Paid study leave and professional subscriptions
• Wellbeing programme including counselling and legal support
• Tax-efficient pension (salary sacrifice)
• Regular team social events and a supportive working environment

What you'll do

• Manage a portfolio of clients, taking ownership of delivery and relationships
• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Oversee accounts preparation and compliance work
• Work across a wide variety of clients including corporates, charities and specialist assignments
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing a high-quality and tailored service
• Review work and ensure files are ready for Partner review
• Mentor and develop junior staff
• Support ongoing process improvements and team development

What you'll need

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent experience)
• Strong UK practice experience across audit and accounts
• Experience managing a client portfolio
• Previous staff management or mentoring experience
• Exposure to SME clients under FRS102 (for audit-focused candidates)

Ready to apply?

If you're an Accounts & Audit professional looking to join a progressive firm with a unique client base, strong support and clear progression opportunities, apply directly with your CV or contact Harry Watson at AJ Chambers for more information.