Principal Accountant (Assistant Manager)
The Role
This is a senior, hands-on role offering significant responsibility and a clear progression path. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of SME clients, oversee a dedicated internal team, and work closely with the Managing Partner on client delivery and practice development.
The role offers an exceptional opportunity to progress to Equity Partner following the successful completion of the initial probation period.
Key Responsibilities
· Manage a portfolio of clients across a variety of industries, acting as the primary point of contact
· Deliver high-quality services across accounts preparation, tax compliance, advisory, and consultancy engagements
· Lead and manage one internal team/group, with one direct report
· Review work prepared by junior team members and provide mentoring and technical guidance
· Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring a consistently high standard of service
· Support the Managing Partner with practice operations, workflow management, and client matters
· Contribute to the ongoing development and growth of the practice
Reporting Structure
· Reports to: Managing Partner
· Manages: One internal group, with one direct report
Candidate Requirements
Essential
· ACCA qualified or ACA
· Minimum 4 years' post-qualification experience
· Experience working in a small to medium-sized accountancy practice
· Strong technical knowledge across accounts preparation and tax
· Proven experience managing client relationships and portfolios
· Strong communication and leadership skills
Desirable
· Tax Qualification
· Exposure to audit, forensic accounting, or business consultancy
· Experience reviewing work and managing junior team members
· Interest in long-term progression within a practice environment
Working Hours
· Fully onsite
· Monday to Friday
· 9:00am – 5:30pm