Manager - Chartered Accounting Practice

“Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.” – Henry David Thoreau
  
Sheridan Maine is partnering with a well-established accountancy firm based in Kent to recruit a Manager. This is a hands-on, client-facing role offering the chance to manage your own portfolio, lead audits and accounts work, and mentor junior team members within a collaborative and supportive team.

The Role 
As a Manager, you will take ownership of client engagements and support the delivery of high-quality accounting, audit, and advisory services. Key responsibilities include:

•  Managing a portfolio of clients, including SMEs and owner-managed businesses.
•  Acting as the primary point of contact and trusted adviser for clients.
•  Overseeing audits, accounts preparation, and tax compliance work.
•  Reviewing work completed by junior staff and providing technical guidance.
•  Leading client meetings and maintaining strong, professional relationships.
•  Supporting the development and mentoring of junior team members.
•  Identifying practice development opportunities and contributing to growth initiatives. 

The successful Manager will possess:

•  ACA / ACCA (or equivalent) qualified.
•  Proven experience in an accountancy practice, preferably in a managerial role.
•  Strong technical knowledge of statutory accounts, audit, and tax compliance.
•  Excellent client management and communication skills.
•  Ability to supervise and mentor junior staff effectively. 
•  Commercially aware with strong organisational and time-management skills. 

 
What’s on Offer:

•  Competitive salary and benefits.
•  Hybrid working options.
•  Collaborative and supportive team culture.
•  Career progression and development opportunities.
•  A varied, hands-on role with significant client exposure.

If you’re passionate about this position or are keen to hear more, please click on “apply” as soon as possible.
 
You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.
 
Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.