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An experienced accounting manager sought to oversee financial operations and lead a team effectively, combining technical accounting expertise with strong people management skills. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in financial reporting while successfully developing and mentoring staff in a professional services environment.
Client Details
A well-established professional services firm based in Goole, Yorkshire, offering comprehensive accounting and business advisory solutions to clients across the region. This mid-sized partnership combines the personalised attention of a local practice with robust expertise across various financial disciplines, serving businesses of all sizes for many years in the Yorkshire area.
Description
- Oversee a diverse portfolio of clients, with significant focus on the agricultural sector
- Ensure timely delivery of high-quality accounting services tailored to client-specific needs
- Maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and proactive service
- Supervise daily operations of the accounts department
- Mentor, develop and guide team members, with particular focus on trainee development
- Collaborate with partners and other departments to ensure smooth workflow
- Contribute to departmental strategy and continuous improvement initiatives
- Deliver comprehensive accounts preparation and financial reporting
- Ensure accurate and timely tax compliance for diverse client base
- Apply specialised knowledge of agricultural accounting practices when needed
- Maintain awareness of regulatory changes affecting clients
- Lead client meetings and consultations
- Identify additional service opportunities and areas for client growth
- Provide ad-hoc financial advice and solutions to client queries
- Translate complex financial information into actionable insights for clients
- Stay current with accounting standards and tax regulations
- Contribute to knowledge sharing within the firm
- Participate in relevant training and continuous professional development
- Help establish and maintain best practices within the department
Profile
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)
- Substantial experience in accounting practice, particularly with agricultural clients
- Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards and tax regulations
- Experience with accounts preparation, tax compliance, and financial reporting
- Familiarity with agricultural accounting and industry-specific requirements
- Proficiency with accounting software and digital tools
- Demonstrated ability to supervise, mentor, and develop team members
- Experience in workflow planning and department coordination
- Excellent delegation and project management skills
- Exceptional client relationship management abilities
- Confident in leading client meetings and delivering presentations
- Proactive problem-solver who can identify opportunities beyond compliance work
- Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to clients
Job Offer
- Opportunity for career progression and development
- Competitive salary
- Contributory pension and life insurance scheme
- Flexible working including Flextime system
- Annual leave of 25 days, plus bank holidays (full time equivalent)
- Modern and friendly working environment
- Convenient office location with easily accessible car parking nearby (currently free of charge)
- Structured CPD, training and development programme
- Professional subscriptions reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Programme
