Senior Manager - Chartered Accountant - Reed : Job Details

SENIOR MANAGER (Chartered Accountant) – Newry

SALARY: Competitive Salary, Dependent on Experience

EMPLOYMENT: Permanent | Full-time | Flexible | Hybrid (after probation) | 

My client, a well-established progressive Accountancy Practice located in Newry are currently actively seeking a highly skilled and motivated Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA or ACCA) with a minimum of 5 years post qualified experience.

The ideal candidate will lead and manage a team whilst overseeing a variety of accounting functions and client accounts. You must be able to develop client relationships, maintain a leadership role in relation to staff training and development whilst possessing a high level of expertise in accounting and taxation principles.

Key responsibilities include:

• Client Engagement & Support - Foster strong relationships with clients by understanding their business objectives and delivering tailored advice. Respond to queries promptly and professionally to maintain trust and satisfaction.
• Financial Oversight - Supervise the preparation and review of financial statements for Sole Traders, Partnerships, and Limited Companies, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Deadline & Workflow Management - Take ownership of month-end and period-end processes, including tracking progress on client jobs and meeting billing targets.
• Tax Compliance & Reporting - Prepare and review tax returns for individuals, companies, and partnerships, ensuring all submissions are timely and compliant with current regulations.
• Tax Strategy & Advisory - Advise clients on tax planning opportunities and corporate structuring, helping them optimise their tax positions through effective strategies.

What you’ll need to succeed!

• Fully qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA)
• Minimum of 5 years in an Accountancy Practice
• Experience working with clients across a range of sectors
• Professional, technical and pro-active approach to delivering advice to clients
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Sound knowledge of income tax and corporation tax
• Good knowledge and understanding of Accounting Software packages (Sage, Xero and QuickBooks) and MS Office packages with a strong proficiency in Excel. 

For more information, including extensive benefits package, please contact Mary at Reed Belfast, apply via this advert, or contact me confidentially on LinkedIn.