Audit & Accounts Manager

Salary: Up to £65,000General Practice | Audit | Accounts | Tax

Are you a seasoned Audit and Accounts professional ready to step into a leadership role?Would you like to work in a firm that genuinely supports your career progression, offers great flexibility, and has a reputation for looking after its people?

We're working with a long-established, well-respected accountancy firm with offices across East Anglia. With nearly 150 staff and a century of history behind them (celebrating 100 years in 2028!), they've built a strong presence in the region - and their Bury St Edmunds office is now looking for a Corporate Services Manager to join the team.

• Be part of a growing firm that's receiving new client work without needing to chase it - they need great people to help meet demand.

• Join a collaborative and people-first culture with low staff turnover and long-term career opportunities.

• Enjoy real flexibility - most staff work 2-3 days a week in the office, with flexible hours (core hours 10am-4pm).

• Access generous benefits, study support (ACA/ACCA/AAT/CTA), and a structured path for progression.

As Corporate Services Manager, you'll lead a portfolio of clients - primarily SME audits - and play an active role in mentoring and supporting the wider team.

• Manage a mix of audit and accounts work across a varied client base

• Lead audits from planning through to completion and review finalised files

• Support clients with management reports, forecasting and projections

• Take ownership of a specialist area (e.g. Charities, Pension Schemes, Corporate Finance)

• Build strong relationships with clients and help spot opportunities for further support

• Develop and coach junior staff, encouraging their growth and upholding high standards

• Get involved in business development and networking across the region

• ACA or ACCA qualified with 2+ years' post-qualification experience

• Strong experience leading audits and solid knowledge of UK GAAP & ISAs

• Great communication skills and a client-focused approach

• Confidence in managing multiple priorities and supporting team members

• A proactive mindset and passion for quality service

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + an extra day at Christmas

• Unlimited paid time off for medical appointments

• Hybrid working & flexible hours

• 15 paid sick days per year (post-probation)

• Life assurance (4x salary) and long-term sick pay (66% salary after 6 months)

• £2,000 bonus on qualification + additional bonuses per exam level passed

• Paid study leave & professional subscriptions

• Healthcare cash plan - dental, optical, physio & more

• Employee wellbeing support & EAP

• Social events, charity initiatives, and a huge 100-year celebration on the way!

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm that values its people and sets them up for long-term success.If this sounds like your kind of role, get in touch - interviews are happening soon.

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