Accounts Team Manager

ALF Recruit is delighted to be partnering exclusively with a well-established, independent accountancy practice near Bury to recruit an Accounts Team Manager into a key leadership role within the firm.This is a great opportunity for an experienced practice professional who's ready to lead. You'll take ownership of a portfolio and a team, playing a central role in the day-to-day running of the accounts function while helping to develop the people around you. It's a firm that genuinely looks after its staff and the working pattern reflects that.???????? ?????? ' ???? ??????£50,000 £60,000 depending on experienceOne day a week working from homeEarly finish on FridaysA genuine leadership role with real ownership and progressionA supportive, people-first culture within an established independent practice?????? ???????? ???? ?? ?????????? ??????????????????????This is a firm that's built its reputation on quality and long-term relationships with clients and staff alike. As they continue to grow, they're looking for a manager who can bring structure, leadership and technical strength to the accounts team, while keeping the personal, client-focused feel that sets them apart. You'll have the autonomy to run things properly, the backing of the partners, and the flexibility to enjoy a genuine work-life balance.???????? ?????? ' ???? ???? ??????????Managing and developing a team, overseeing workflow and qualityOwning a portfolio of clients and acting as their key point of contactReviewing accounts, and overseeing the delivery of accounts, VAT and management informationSupporting, mentoring and developing junior members of the teamWorking closely with the partners on the running of the practice???????? ???? ' ???? ?????????????? ??????A qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA), though a strong qualified-by-experience candidate will always be consideredSolid practice experience, with the confidence to lead a teamStrong technical grounding across accounts, VAT and general complianceA natural people-manager who enjoys developing othersSomeone who values being part of a close-knit, independent firm rather than a corporate machineIf you're a practice professional ready to step into a leadership role with a firm that genuinely values its people, this is one worth a conversation.Apply directly or get in touch with the team at ALF Recruit for a private and confidential discussion.TPBN1_UKTJ