Accountant Manager - Permax Recruitment : Job Details

Permax Recruitment is proud to be supporting a fast-growing and forward-thinking Chartered Accountancy and outsourcing group in their search for a Head of Practice Management. With over 30 years of establishment and ambitious growth plans to quadruple in size over the next five years, this dynamic firm is seeking a like-minded professional to join them on their journey.

Their UK presence includes more than 50 professionals delivering services across audit, tax compliance and advisory, bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, company secretarial, and wealth management.

Group Manager

We are looking for an experienced and ambitious manager with a solid background in accounting and tax. You will manage a portfolio of clients across various sectors, overseeing end-to-end financial compliance, and leading a team of seniors and juniors. This is an opportunity for someone who wants hands-on business exposure, accountability, and room to grow.

Key Responsibilities

·Manage a client portfolio, delivering a full range of accounting and tax services with minimal supervision.

·Prepare management accounts for large clients and final financial statements with full disclosures and working papers.

·Prepare tax computations across corporate, individual, VAT, and capital gains.

·Provide basic tax advisory support where needed.

·Act as a key point of contact for your clients—confidently presenting and explaining deliverables and adding value through advisory input.

·Lead and mentor a team of qualified and part-qualified staff, ensuring high-quality delivery and continuous development.

·Use software such as IRIS, Xero, QuickBooks, and other practice management systems to streamline service delivery.

·Champion the use of technology in client services and internal operations.

·Maintain strong client satisfaction scores through timely, accurate, and strategic delivery.

·Work closely with partners and directors to identify opportunities for additional services and growth within accounts.

What We’re Looking For

·ACA or ACCA qualified with at least 3 years post-qualification experience.

·Experienced in end to end accounting, including producing final sets of Financial Statements with full disclosures and completed supporting working papers - FRS 102(1A)

·Preparation of tax computations (Corporate, Individual, VAT and Capital Gains) and some experience of advising clients on tax matters

·Prior experience managing a team in a practice environment.

·Commercial mindset with a proactive approach to client service and business development.

·Familiarity with cloud accounting software and modern practice tools.

·Strong leadership qualities and a drive to lead by example.

What’s On Offer

·Competitive salary with a performance-based bonus scheme.

·Significant business exposure and career progression opportunities.

·Pension, Private Health and Employee Share Scheme after year one.