Accounts Manager

As a Senior Accounts Manager, you'll be a key player in our client-focused team. Your role will be to lead and inspire, ensuring that our clients receive the highest level of service and that their financial goals are met with precision and care. You'll manage a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from startups to established businesses, guiding them through their financial journey with expertise and empathy., Client Relationship Management: Build and nurture strong, long-term relationships with clients, understanding their goals and challenges, and proactively offering solutions that add value. You will be responsible for organising and attending client meetings to best understand their needs.

Account Management: Oversee the financial accounts of your clients, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of services. This includes the preparation of annual accounts, tax returns and VAT returns.

Team Collaboration: Work closely with other members of the team on projects and knowledge sharing to ensure a seamless client experience. You will also be involved in the mentoring of junior team members, guiding them as they grow in their careers.

Business Development: Contribute to the growth of the firm by identifying new business opportunities, participating in networking events, and representing EQ with professionalism and integrity.

Experienced: You'll have experience working within a similar role within an accountancy practice, with a strong understanding of accounting principles and financial management. Strong computer skills would be an advantage.

Communicative: You'll be a genuine people person with excellent communication skills. You listen actively, articulate complex information, and build trust with a diverse portfolio of clients.

Collaborative: You'll be a team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and is willing to share knowledge, support colleagues and be happy to work as part of a team to tight deadlines. You're passionate about mentoring and developing others, with a proven ability to inspire and motivate a team. Adaptable: You'll be comfortable with change and excited by the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You are open to new ideas and continuously seek ways to improve.

At EQ Accountants, we believe that at the core of our success is our people. We are more than just a team of financial experts; we are partners in our clients' journeys. For over 20 years, we have taken pride in championing SMEs, delivering bespoke accounting solutions that drive growth and success for our clients. Our journey from a single office to 11 thriving locations reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence and we are now looking for a Senior Accounts Manager to join us and be part of our exciting growth story.

There has never been a more exciting time to join EQ!

We are an employer who cares; where individuals are supported to reach their personal and professional goals. At EQ, you'll find a supportive environment where your goals are our goals. We're committed to continuous learning, providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help you stay ahead of the curve. This includes investing in the latest technology, sharing best practice and creating a One EQ ethos that brings our values to life.

With our recent growth, we have been able to deliver Phase One of our benefits enhancement plan…and we are not stopping there!

When you join EQ you can expect:

• Competitive salary


• 33 days annual leave, with additional leave entitlements after three and five years' service


• Pension (minimum of 5% employer contribution)


• Life insurance (DIS): 4 x salary


• 14 hours paid volunteering time


• Enhanced maternity pay


• Private medical cover (subject to conditions)


• Income protection


• Continuous development and career progression


• Excellent work culture with social events throughout the year