Accountancy Practice Manager
CV-LibraryWoking, SurreypermanentPosted: 26 August 2026
Apply NowA small and established accountancy practice in Woking is looking to appoint an Accountancy Practice Manager to take a key role within the business. Working closely with the Partners, this position will oversee a small team, manage client relationships and take responsibility for a varied mix of accounts and personal tax work.
Job Title: Accountancy Practice Manager
Job Type: Perm
Location: Woking
Salary: £55,000 – 60,000
Reference no: 16140
Accountancy Practice Manager – About The Role
Oversee a small team and support their development
Review accounts and other work prepared by the outsourced team
Manage a portfolio of clients and act as a key point of contact
Prepare and review personal tax returns
Opportunity to get involved with trust work
Work directly with the Partners on the running of the practice
Review work to ensure accuracy and quality
Identify and improve processes across the practice
Help train and develop members of the team
Support the Partners with wider business and growth plans
The successful candidate will have:
ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification preferred, although QBE candidates will be considered
Previous experience within an accountancy practice
Strong accounts and personal tax knowledge
Experience reviewing work and maintaining quality standards
Good client management and communication skills
A hands-on approach and the confidence to take ownership
Experience supervising or supporting junior team members
An interest in developing their trust knowledge would be advantageous
Accountancy Practice Manager – Benefits
25 days annual leave
Reduced hours on Fridays
Opportunity to progress into senior leadership position
Pension
Subsidised parking
Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.
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If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Job Title: Accountancy Practice Manager
Job Type: Perm
Location: Woking
Salary: £55,000 – 60,000
Reference no: 16140
Accountancy Practice Manager – About The Role
Oversee a small team and support their development
Review accounts and other work prepared by the outsourced team
Manage a portfolio of clients and act as a key point of contact
Prepare and review personal tax returns
Opportunity to get involved with trust work
Work directly with the Partners on the running of the practice
Review work to ensure accuracy and quality
Identify and improve processes across the practice
Help train and develop members of the team
Support the Partners with wider business and growth plans
The successful candidate will have:
ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification preferred, although QBE candidates will be considered
Previous experience within an accountancy practice
Strong accounts and personal tax knowledge
Experience reviewing work and maintaining quality standards
Good client management and communication skills
A hands-on approach and the confidence to take ownership
Experience supervising or supporting junior team members
An interest in developing their trust knowledge would be advantageous
Accountancy Practice Manager – Benefits
25 days annual leave
Reduced hours on Fridays
Opportunity to progress into senior leadership position
Pension
Subsidised parking
Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.
Refer a friend
If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)