Audit and Accounts Manager

at  Hartley Fowler

Wimbledon, Full TimeAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced accountant to join the growing accountsand audit team, at Hartley Fowler, Wimbledon, as a manager, and part of the managementteam, reporting directly to the partners of the business.Here at Hartley Fowler, we are an accountancy firm offering a full range of services to ourdiverse portfolio of clients. We are passionate about professional development: growing ourskills, making the most of new technology and learning new ideas, and offer a friendly andsupportive working environment.For the role of Audit & Accounts Manager, the successful candidate will be ACA or ACCAqualified, with at least 5 years post qualification experience. This role would suit someonewith astrong track record in audit & accounts preparation and who is currently managing a client basewith work including audits & accounts, wishing to make a change, and move to a business wherethey will be developed and have a clear progression path. The package offered will be matchedto experience.Key responsibilities: Plan and manage assignments effectively and within the agreed timescale Play a key role in the management team, including strategic decisions, staff planning,and client service Ensure compliance with internal and external requirements, such as money launderingchecks etc Deliver assurance services in accordance with the principles of the Hartley Fowler ClientService Framework Play an active role in winning new clients, through networking, business developmentand initial meetings with potential new clients Manage key client relationships and expectations Monitor budgets and agree fees for each engagement Be responsible for managing audit teams on various assignments Motivating, developing and coaching the audit team and conducting evaluations of staffperformance Assist in the production of the proposals and presentations for new work. Develop network of contacts and cross-sell servicesIdeal Candidate Profile:Essential experience and qualifications: A professional qualification – ACA/ACCA, with a good exam record, and be educated todegree level (or equivalent). Client management experience
Computer literate with knowledge of accounts packages, such as IRIS, SAGE, EXCEL, andOutlook for client interaction. Technical and industry sector expertise, with experience of taking responsibility forperformance appraisal and development.Skills, Behaviour, Knowledge: Excellent communication skills with clients, including timely response to all queries, andthe ability to build strong, trusting relationships. Ability to mentor, motivate and support the audit and accounts team, with clearinstructions, deadlines, and help when needed. Business focused and highly organised, with the ability to prioritise important andurgent tasks. Knowledgeable of all new technical accounting standards with a passion to learn andkeep up to date. Ability to work under pressure, use initiative and go the extra mile when needed Ability to delegate and provide clear explanations of tasks. Enthusiastic team player within the office, and well integrated with the rest of themanagement team. Demonstrates good problem solving skills and stays calm under pressure. Committed to positively represent Hartley Fowler both with current clients and whennetworking at events.Hartley Fowler is a great place to work. In return for your skills, knowledge, efforts andachievements, you will be rewarded with a competitive basic salary, company pension scheme,plus other benefits including: Management bonus scheme, once per year, dependent on performance A generous holiday allowance which increases with length of service Study and training costs covered to support your ongoing development Membership fees paid for the professional bodies ACCA, ACA, AAT, CTA Commission for new clients brought in independently Healthy workplace: including free fruit & breakfast in the office, and the facilities tocycle to work. Staff events: Summer & Christmas events, and other great nights out, including arounders tournament locally in the summerThis is a great opportunity for an ambitious & experienced, qualified accountant, to progresstheir career in a successful and growing team in the heart of Wimbledon.To apply please email your CV and contact details to recruitment@hartleyfowler.comDirect applications only pleas

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