Accounts Supervisor

Accounts Supervisor Location: Bromsgrove Job Type: Full Time Study Support: Fully funded We're partnering with a well-regarded accountancy practice based in Bromsgrove that is looking to appoint an Accounts Supervisor to strengthen their growing accounts team. This role would suit an experienced Senior or existing Supervisor who enjoys hands-on work, client interaction, and supporting the delivery of high-quality accounting and tax services. The role As Accounts Supervisor, you will manage a small portfolio of clients while supporting Managers and Directors across accounts, tax, and compliance deadlines. You'll be a key point of contact for clients and play an important role in reviewing work, providing guidance, and ensuring deadlines are met. Key responsibilities

Review bookkeeping and VAT returns

Prepare and review management accounts

Prepare and review financial statements and sole trader accounts

Prepare and review corporation tax returns

Draft client advice with support from Managers and Directors

Maintain a strong understanding of personal tax and assist with annual personal tax filings

Ensure compliance with financial statement disclosure requirements

Manage the affairs of a small client portfolio

Act as first point of contact for assigned clients

Liaise with clients on deadlines, requirements and information requests

Support Managers and Directors with Accounts, Tax, VAT, Payroll and Company Secretarial deadlines

Develop a strong understanding of each client's business activities

Build and maintain strong client relationships

Respond to ad hoc client queries, including interpretation of financial results

Support clients with internal systems and controls, including implementing suitable accounting software

Confidently communicate tax and financial matters to reassure and advise clients

About you

Minimum of 4 years' experience within an accountancy practice

ACA / ACCA qualified or studying towards qualification (or equivalent)

Experience operating at Supervisor level or as an experienced Senior

Strong technical knowledge with a commitment to continuous development

Confident using MS Outlook, Word and Excel

Experience with Xero (essential)

Exposure to Iris, Alpha, QuickBooks and Sage 50 is advantageous

Technically minded with a good awareness of accounting systems and technology

Self-motivated with the ability to apply skills to new scenarios

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Able to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

Excellent analytical and research skills

The package

Competitive salary

24 days' holiday plus public holidays

Additional holiday day for each year of service

Enhanced pension contributions

Health plan benefits

Parking permit provided

Fully funded study support towards a relevant accountancy qualification

Clear progression pathways to Manager and beyond

Ongoing training and development

Relaxed dress code

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious accounts professional looking to step into (or continue in) a supervisory role within a supportive and forward-thinking practice.