Accounts & Tax Manager (Accountancy Practice)

Sheridan Maine is working on behalf of a forward-thinking accountancy practice to recruit an Accounts & Tax Manager to join their Rural Team, supporting one of their Senior Rural Advisers with a diverse and growing portfolio of rural businesses.

In this role, you'll take ownership of accounts and tax work, acting as a trusted adviser to clients and collaborating with specialists across the business.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own portfolio within the team, delivering high-quality accountancy and tax services.
• Work closely with the Tax Team and Adviser to handle more complex tax advisory work, ensuring deadlines are met and work is ready for senior review.
• Support the Adviser by preparing and managing non-compliance work, easing their workload and ensuring smooth delivery of client services.
• Oversee the preparation, execution, and sign-off on accounts and tax work to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Proactively identify opportunities to add value for both clients and the firm, collaborating with specialists across the business.

Qualifications

• Strong background in an accounting practice along with some experience in tax.
• Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent).
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver high-quality service.
• Proactive, problem-solving mindset with a collaborative approach.

What's on Offer

• Supportive company that encourages career development.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid working model (3 days office-based).
• Opportunity to work with a valued portfolio of rural clients in a trusted, client-facing role.

To be considered for the role, you will need to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

If you're a dedicated accountant looking to take the next step in your career, please apply as soon as possible.

Requirements

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Management
• Industries: Accounting, Financial Services, and Business Consulting and Services

Due to high volume of applications, we may not respond to every applicant. If you have not heard within five days, please assume your application was not successful.