Accounts and Business Services Manager

Description

Accounts Manager – Qualified Accountant, Client Services, Accountancy Services, Business Services, Assistant Manager, Senior Manager, Client Manager

Are you looking to take the next step on your journey? Want to be part of an international family whose vision is “To make their services smarter, more effective, and more personal every day”? Then you could be our next investment! At Azets, you are in control of your career and with our support this will make us even stronger, together. Our moto when it comes to career development is “Your Journey – Your Voice – Your Success ".

Azets

We are a leading firm of Accountants and Business Advisors operating across the UK, Nordics and the USA. We are a family of over 6,500 employees and work across 100 offices in the UK alone. We have seen dramatic growth in recent years and as we continue our growth journey. We are now looking to invest in our skills set even further!

Our values are our motivations:

Our values are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for people who also believe in these drivers as we work together to achieve success for both our colleagues and our clients alike. As a business we believe we are stronger together. We share knowledge, ask for help and empower each other to achieve more collectively. We are open minded and value everyone’s contribution, embracing our differences and fostering a culture of trust and inclusion. We look for people who adapt quickly to change, finding smart ways to deliver the best results and remain one step ahead. Does that sound like you?

Requirements

To get the job that you’ll love

For us, the personal attributes of each of our employees are what makes us authentic in the marketplace. We look for people who can collaborate with peers but can also bring their own voice to the table. We want people who are dynamic in their approach and respectful of other people’s opinions. We are looking for someone who want to be more than just a team member, but who wants to join a family of likeminded individuals.

As part of your role as an Accounts and Business Services Manager you will continue your technical and personal development with the preparation of accounts and advice for more complex clients. As well as providing support to your clients from an accounting perspective, you will become part of the management team, including department work planning, appraisals and also directly guiding more junior team members to provide both technical and day to day guidance to support their journey.

For this role, we are looking for someone that is comfortable acting as a Client Manager; proactively maintaining and managing your own portfolio of client relationships. You will work closely with our Seniors and Assistants within the team to ensure an exceptional client service is always provided. In addition, you will be confident building business relationships with the aim of attracting new clients where appropriate.

You will work closely with Senior Management to ensure that all work is completed to a high standard and to tight deadlines, identifying any training needs and providing feedback if necessary. You will have a natural problem-solving mindset, suggesting and implementing solutions to improve our client service.

As part of the management team, your own journey will continue via mentorship by the wider management team to provide soft skills development such as more effective client management and staff management. Personal coaching will continue as your journey continues beyond formal qualifications which can be tailored to your own individual aspirations.

For this position, we require you to be ICAS/ACCA qualified with previous client management experience within an accountancy firm.

A note from the Hiring Manager;

“A rare opportunity to join our highly respected Accounts and Business Services division in a management capacity. This position offers the opportunity to take real ownership of your client relationships and assist with the development of our Seniors and Assistants. In addition, there is scope for your own progression over time whilst working with a varied and interesting client base”

Benefits

Why join Azets?

The relationship we have with our colleagues is of the upmost importance to us as a business. Your voice is important to us. Attracting and retaining the right people who will deliver the level of service that our clients expect is key to both ours and your success.

We offer training and development opportunities to all employees. In nurturing talent from all backgrounds, this helps us to grow our own and bring out the best in people.

What’s in it for you?

• Pension - Looking after your future self when it’s time to step back and relax.
• Excellent annual leave + bank holidays – Time to focus on your family and what’s important to you. Where will your precious time take you?
• Life Assurance – 4 x times salary, our family is important to us, and so is yours.
• Employee Referral Bonus – We’re always looking for talented individuals to join our family.
• Employee Benefits Portal – Cashback and vouchers on everyday purchases.
• Extensive Learning & Development Opportunities – Continuous development and support not only for your professional qualifications but also for your personal goals and aspirations, so we can grow together.
• Opportunity to attend social events – Time to stop, pause and have fun.
• Career Coaching – Better never stop

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.

Unfortunately we are unable to provide any form of visa sponsorship, so candidates must be an EU citizen or possess a current UK Tier 1 Visa and be eligible to take up full time, permanent employment.

EU candidates must also demonstrate they are eligible to take up UK employment post-Brexit.