Accounts & Audit Manager OR Assistant Manager
Salary: £50,000 - £65,000
Working Arrangements: Full Time Hybrid & Flexible Working
Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Role Description
I'm working with a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice in Bury St Edmunds that is looking to strengthen its Corporate Services team with the addition of an Accounts & Audit Professional.
The role offers a varied split across audit, accounts and specialist assignments, working with a diverse client base ranging from SMEs through to large groups, charities and more complex, niche engagements.
What you’ll get
- 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Enhanced sick pay and income protection
- Life assurance
- Paid study leave and professional subscriptions
- Wellbeing programme including counselling and legal support
- Tax‑efficient pension (salary sacrifice)
- Regular team social events and a supportive working environment
What you’ll do
- Manage a portfolio of clients, taking ownership of delivery and relationships
- Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion
- Oversee accounts preparation and compliance work
- Work across a wide variety of clients including corporates, charities and specialist assignments
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing a high‑quality and tailored service
- Review work and ensure files are ready for Partner review
- Mentor and develop junior staff
- Support ongoing process improvements and team development
What you’ll need
- ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent experience)
- Strong UK practice experience across audit and accounts
- Experience managing a client portfolio
- Previous staff management or mentoring experience
- Exposure to SME clients under FRS102 (for audit‑focused candidates)
Ready to apply?
If you're an Accounts & Audit professional looking to join a progressive firm with a unique client base, strong support and clear progression opportunities, apply directly with your CV or contact Harry Watson at AJ Chambers for more information.
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