Business Services Assistant Manager

Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit a Business Services Assistant Manager to join our business services team based in Taunton.

To assist with the management of a portfolio of clients, predominantly limited companies and partnerships, and support with business advisory services whilst reporting to the Business Services Leadership Team.

We have a dedicated business services team, who specialise in a providing management accounts, VAT and business advisory services to our clients, as well as support with their accounting software needs.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives working closely with clients, providing expert accounting and advisory services, and taking on increasing responsibility within a growing team.

• To oversee the planning, preparation, and completion of annual accounts, personal and corporate tax computations, VAT returns, client bookkeeping services, and the preparation of forecasts and budgets.
• To plan, review, and provide guidance on client work across various areas, including accounting, tax, and business advisory services.
• To assist in the management of the day-to-day needs of managers client portfolios, including working closely with the Business Services Leadership Team on ad hoc projects and specialist advice.
• Demonstrate ability to utilise software packages such as Xero/Quick Books/Sage
• Assisting junior members of staff preparing limited company accounts, completing business services assignments and support with overall development of the junior members of the team.
• To handle client queries and deliver outstanding client service.
• Managing workflow to ensure deadlines and client expectations are met
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and established clients

• At least three years’ experience working in an accounting practice
• Good technical knowledge of accounts preparation and tax compliance
• Comprehensive experience in using cloud accounting software including Xero/Quick Books/Sage
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Be a confident and collaborative team player with experience of coaching or leading others
• Ability to manage workload effectively, meet deadlines and demonstrate outstanding customer service to client s

A C Mole is one of the South West’s leading independent firms of Chartered Accountants, Chartered Tax Advisers and Registered Auditors.

We are very proud of our long-standing association with the South West, having spent over 120 years advising local businesses and charities. To mark this milestone, between October 2022 and September 2023 we undertook local community projects each monthto give back to our local community in Somerset. We enjoyed those activities so much that we have continued to carry out projects on a quarterly basis;

We offer:

• Day off for your birthday
• A contributory Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Free on-site parking
• A mentoring scheme to all staff in order to assist individuals achieve their goals.

In addition we offer a competitive salary, dependant on experience.

Please contact Naomi Gosling at  if you would like to discuss this opportunity further.

We welcome applicants who would like the flexibility in their working arrangements, including working from home or part time working, which may help to accommodate parent or carer responsibilities, further studies and activities outside of work.