Accounting Assistant Manager

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Your new company If you're looking for a role where you can take greater ownership of client relationships, develop your leadership skills and work with ambitious businesses, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.Our client is a highly regarded accountancy and business advisory firm with a strong reputation for delivering quality advice to owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurs and growing organisations. Continued success and an expanding client portfolio have created the opportunity for an Accounting Assistant Manager to join their Edinburgh team.This is a firm that genuinely invests in its people, offering clear progression pathways, a collaborative culture and the chance to work closely with experienced senior leaders who will support your development.

Your new role As Accounting Assistant Manager, you'll play a key role in managing client relationships and delivering a high-quality service across a diverse portfolio of businesses.You'll review statutory accounts, oversee management accounts and compliance work, and act as a trusted point of contact for clients on a variety of accounting and business matters. Alongside this, you'll support the development of junior team members through coaching and mentoring whilst working closely with Managers and Partners on more complex assignments and advisory projects.This role offers the opportunity to move beyond pure compliance work and become a genuine business adviser to your clients, helping them navigate challenges, identify opportunities and achieve their goals.

What you'll need to succeed You'll be ACA or ACCA qualified and have gained experience within a UK accountancy practice environment. Previous experience managing client relationships, reviewing accounts and supporting junior staff will be highly beneficial.You'll be commercially minded, organised and confident communicating with business owners and stakeholders at all levels. Most importantly, you'll enjoy building relationships, taking ownership of your work and contributing positively to a team environment.Whether you're already operating at Assistant Manager level or are an experienced Senior looking to take the next step, this role offers an excellent platform for further progression.

What you'll get in return In return, you'll join a firm that combines the resources, client base and career opportunities of a larger organisation with a supportive and people-focused culture.You'll benefit from a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible and hybrid working options, ongoing professional development and a clear route for advancement. You'll also gain exposure to a varied portfolio of clients, interesting advisory work and the opportunity to make a real impact on both clients and the wider team.This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious practice professional seeking a role that offers challenge, variety and genuine long-term career progression.

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