Accounts Manager

Company: Acorn Recruitment
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Location: Barnstaple
Job Description:

Overview

As Accounts Senior, you will lead client accounts within a supportive practice, guiding juniors and ensuring accurate year-end preparation ahead of partner sign-off. You’ll manage a personal block of clients, handling WIP, billing, and daily queries while building lasting relationships. The role offers growth through progression and a collaborative team culture that values your contributions. You’ll work with well-maintained digital records to deliver reliable financial information and client service, contributing to the firm’s growth and client satisfaction.

Pay / Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Flexible working terms
  • Company pension and life cover
  • Free on-site parking
  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to grow and develop

Responsibilities

  • Review juniors’ work and provide guidance
  • Review accounts before partner sign-off and prepare information for client meetings
  • Prepare accounts for complex clients from digital records
  • Serve as day-to-day client contact and handle queries
  • Manage own block of clients including workflow, WIP, billing and file ownership
  • Pursue progression opportunities within the role

Key requirements

  • At least two years’ accounting experience
  • Practice experience preferred
  • Confidence in reviewing accounts and supporting junior staff
  • Strong communication skills and client-focused approach
  • Friendly, reliable and team-oriented attitude
  • Strong communication
  • Client-focused approach
  • Collaborative/team player
  • Accounting experience
  • Reviewing accounts
  • WIP and billing management

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Posted: September 30th, 2026