Practice Manager - Bennett & Game Recruitment : Job Details

Practice Manager (hybrid) position within an excellent Accountancy Practice in Lancing

A small, down-to-earth Accountancy Practice in Lancing are recruiting for an experienced practice manager to join their growing team.

They are seeking an experienced and motivated Accountancy Practice Manager to oversee practice operations, manage client relationships, and support our team alongside the directors of the firm. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and taxation, excellent management skills, and a commitment to maintaining our friendly and supportive work environment.

Practice Management:

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the practice.
• Implement and maintain efficient workflows and processes alongside directors.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulations alongside directors.
• Manage and coordinate the work of junior accountants and administrative staff.
• Client Relationship Management:
  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients.
  • Handle client queries and provide expert advice.
  • Ensure high levels of client satisfaction and retention.
  • Develop and grow client relationships and business opportunities.
• Financial Management:
  • Prepare and review financial statements, tax returns, and management accounts, corporate tax returns, VAT returns, self-assessment tax returns etc.
  • Monitor the firm's financial performance and report to senior management alongside directors.
  • Assist with budgeting and financial planning for the practice alongside directors.
• Team Development:
  • Mentor and support junior team members.
  • Provide training and development opportunities.
  • Foster a positive and collaborative team culture.
• Work-Life Balance:
  • Encourage a balanced workload and manage deadlines effectively.
  • Promote a supportive and flexible working environment.
  • Implement initiatives to improve employee wellbeing.

• Essential:
  • ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role within an accountancy practice.
  • Strong knowledge of UK accounting and tax regulations.
  • Strong knowledge of UK regulations in relation to practice (AML, Bribery etc.)
  • Excellent management and leadership skills.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient in accounting software and MS Office.
• Desirable:
  • Experience with cloud-based accounting systems.
  • Experience with Sage suite accounting systems
  • Proven track record of managing a team.
  • Business development experience.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Emphasis on work-life balance and employee wellbeing.

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, and contact you in relation to this application and the services we offer.