Accounting manager

Goole Permanent £50,000 - £55,000 per year View Job Description
An experienced accounting manager sought to oversee financial operations and lead a team effectively, combining technical accounting expertise with strong people management skills. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in financial reporting while successfully developing and mentoring staff in a professional services environment.
  • Great opportunity to excel your career
  • Development opportunities and very good starting salary

About Our Client

A well-established professional services firm based in Goole, Yorkshire, offering comprehensive accounting and business advisory solutions to clients across the region. This mid-sized partnership combines the personalised attention of a local practice with robust expertise across various financial disciplines, serving businesses of all sizes for many years in the Yorkshire area.

Job Description

  • Oversee a diverse portfolio of clients, with significant focus on the agricultural sector
  • Ensure timely delivery of high-quality accounting services tailored to client-specific needs
  • Maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and proactive service
  • Supervise daily operations of the accounts department
  • Mentor, develop and guide team members, with particular focus on trainee development
  • Collaborate with partners and other departments to ensure smooth workflow
  • Contribute to departmental strategy and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Deliver comprehensive accounts preparation and financial reporting
  • Ensure accurate and timely tax compliance for diverse client base
  • Apply specialised knowledge of agricultural accounting practices when needed
  • Maintain awareness of regulatory changes affecting clients
  • Lead client meetings and consultations
  • Identify additional service opportunities and areas for client growth
  • Provide ad-hoc financial advice and solutions to client queries
  • Translate complex financial information into actionable insights for clients
  • Stay current with accounting standards and tax regulations
  • Contribute to knowledge sharing within the firm
  • Participate in relevant training and continuous professional development
  • Help establish and maintain best practices within the department

The Successful Applicant

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)
  • Substantial experience in accounting practice, particularly with agricultural clients
  • Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards and tax regulations
  • Experience with accounts preparation, tax compliance, and financial reporting
  • Familiarity with agricultural accounting and industry-specific requirements
  • Proficiency with accounting software and digital tools
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise, mentor, and develop team members
  • Experience in workflow planning and department coordination
  • Excellent delegation and project management skills
  • Exceptional client relationship management abilities
  • Confident in leading client meetings and delivering presentations
  • Proactive problem-solver who can identify opportunities beyond compliance work
  • Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to clients

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity for career progression and development
  • Competitive salary
  • Contributory pension and life insurance scheme
  • Flexible working including Flextime system
  • Annual leave of 25 days, plus bank holidays (full time equivalent)
  • Modern and friendly working environment
  • Convenient office location with easily accessible car parking nearby (currently free of charge)
  • Structured CPD, training and development programme
  • Professional subscriptions reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Programme
Contact
Aaron Raven
Quote job ref
JN-042025-6713560
Phone number
+441618290454

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Newly Qualified
Sector
Business Services
Location
Goole
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Aaron Raven
Consultant phone
+441618290454
Job reference
JN-042025-6713560