Assistant Manager

Brilliant opportunity for an Assistant Manager within the Accounts team to join a fantastic top 10 firm of Chartered Accountants based in Leeds City Centre. This prominent firm offer a wide range of services to a diverse client portfolio, enabling you to gain exposure to clients from a range of industries and turnovers. The firm pride themselves on providing well-rounded business support and advice to ensure they can keep supporting clients throughout their growth.

As an Assistant Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Preparation and review of statutory accounts.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly management accounts for a range of clients.
• Provide business advisory support to clients as they grow.
• To develop a detailed knowledge of the firm's specialist services, actively look for opportunities to cross sell, and to undertake special work in response to client needs where appropriate.
• To maintain an advanced level of technical knowledge through appropriate reading and courses, and to fulfil any development or training requirements.
• To start managing your own small portfolio of clients.

To qualify for this Assistant Manager role, ideally you will meet the following:

• Have at least 4+ years of experience in an Accountancy Practice.
• Experience working within an Accounts focused role would be beneficial, but candidates with exposure to audit would be a good fit due to the size of clients you will be working with.
• Can be either ACA, ACCA, or ICAS qualified.
• Feel confident liaising with clients and colleagues to assist in the growth of the firm.
• Strong communication skills, able to liaise with clients effectively via phone, email, and in-person meetings.
• A "go-getter" who is keen to progress within the firm and participate in continuous career development.

What's on offer?

• Outside of work activities/groups offered to enhance work/life balance.
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working times
• Wellbeing scheme
• Long-term career progression opportunities which are encouraged by the firm.
• Generous bonus scheme
• Salary from £40,000 to £45,000

If you are interested in this Assistant Manager position or would like any further information, please contact Leah Mason at IPS Finance. IPS Finance has 45 years' experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned.

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