Accounts Assistant Manager - Top 20 Firm Cambridge Up to £45,000

An established and growing top 20 accounting firm is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to join its Cambridge office. Working with a diverse portfolio of SME clients, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of client relationships while delivering high-quality accounting and advisory services. You'll play a key part in supporting the wider team, mentoring juniors, and contributing to the ongoing development of efficient, client-focused processes within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Role Requirements

• Manage a varied portfolio of clients, ensuring all work is delivered accurately and in line with deadlines.
• Prepare and review year-end accounts, corporation tax computations, VAT returns and confirmation statements.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, building strong, long-term relationships.
• Lead client meetings, including year-end and closing discussions.
• Support, mentor and review the work of junior team members.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal processes and enhance service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Personal Requirements

• ACA / ACCA / AAT qualified with strong experience in accountancy practice.
• Proven experience managing client portfolios within a practice environment.
• Strong technical knowledge across accounts, tax and compliance.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Experience supporting or mentoring junior staff.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Proficient in accounting software and Excel.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy additional leave.
• Christmas shutdown.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Enhanced family leave and sick pay.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Flexible benefits platform including health-related options and retail discounts.

If you're an experienced practice professional ready to step into a more senior, client-facing role, apply now.

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.