Manager Accounts

Manager, Accounts Team At a Glance

• Full Time, Permanent
• Belfast, flexible working
• 50-60K About the Company Our client is a tech-driven, innovative small accountancy and tax practice based in Belfast. Combining chartered accountancy and tax expertise with modern cloud technology, the firm supports ambitious, growing businesses and private clients across the UK. Small enough to offer a genuinely personal, partner-led service but growing quickly, the firm has built a dynamic, collaborative team where people are trusted with real responsibility, recognised for their contribution and given room to develop. The Role Our client is looking for a qualified Client Accounts Manager to take ownership of a varied portfolio of clients and play a central role in the day-to-day running of the accounts function. Reporting directly to the partners, you will manage the delivery of accounts and compliance work, review the work of the team and act as the main point of contact for a mix of owner-managed and high-growth businesses. This is a hands-on, client-facing role in a firm small enough that your contribution is visible from day one. You will work with clients ranging from start-ups to multi-million pound businesses, get close to advisory work alongside the partners, and help develop the junior members of the team. It is an ideal move for a qualified accountant who wants genuine portfolio ownership and a clear route to progression without the long hours of a larger practice. Key Responsibilities Client Portfolio & Delivery
• Manage a portfolio of clients, overseeing the delivery of statutory accounts, corporation tax and VAT returns
• Review accounts and compliance work prepared by the team to a high technical standard
• Prepare and review management accounts and support clients with regular financial reporting
• Plan and prioritise workloads to ensure deadlines are met across the portfolio
• Ensure work complies with FRS 102, FRS 105 and relevant regulatory requirements Client Relationships
• Act as the day-to-day point of contact for clients, building strong long-term relationships
• Identify tax planning and advisory opportunities and refer them to the partners
• Support clients with cloud accounting systems, including setup and training Team & Firm
• Supervise, coach and develop trainees and associates, including those studying for professional exams
• Coordinate with the tax team to provide a joined-up service to clients
• Contribute to process improvements and the firm's use of technology What You'll Need Essential:
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
• Post-qualification experience within an accountancy practice
• Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation, FRS 102 and FRS 105
• Experience managing a client portfolio and reviewing the work of others
• Working knowledge of corporation tax and VAT compliance Desirable:
• Experience with cloud accounting platforms such as Xero or QuickBooks
• Exposure to owner-managed, high-growth or investor-backed businesses
• Experience supervising or training junior staff
• An interest in tax and ad hoc advisory work Skills Required
• Excellent attention to detail and a quality-focused approach
• Strong organisational and time management skills across multiple deadlines
• Confident, personable communicator with clients and colleagues
• Adaptable and solutions-focused, comfortable working in a growing firm
• Team-first mentality with a willingness to share knowledge What They Offer
• Ownership of your own client portfolio with direct access to the partners
• A genuine focus on work-life balance, with flexible working
• A clear path for career advancement within a growing firm
• Varied work with ambitious businesses and private clients
• Investment in modern cloud technology and tools
• A supportive, collaborative team culture For more information on this role, or any other Accountancy and Finance position, please contact Gemma Murphy at gemma@ochopeople.com.