Accounts Manager - Bridgwater

Looking for a role where you can lead from the front, build strong client relationships, and deliver real commercial value? This is a hands-on Accounts Manager position with variety, responsibility, and genuine progression.

The Role:
You’ll manage a diverse portfolio of clients while leading and developing a team, ensuring high-quality delivery across accounts, tax, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team—overseeing workflow, reviewing work, and supporting development

• Act as the main point of contact for clients, building trusted, long-term relationships

• Review and prepare financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders

• Oversee preparation and review of corporate and personal tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance

• Manage VAT return preparation and submissions

• Ensure all filings meet regulatory requirements (HMRC & Companies House)

• Support new business setups, including incorporation and HMRC registrations

• Provide proactive advice to minimise tax liabilities and improve business performance

• Identify opportunities to deliver additional services and add value to clients

• Support senior leadership with technical and specialist assignments

What You’ll Bring:

• Proven experience in an accountancy practice at manager level

• Strong technical expertise in accounts preparation and tax compliance

• ACA / ACCA / AAT qualified (or qualified by experience)

• Confident leadership style with a positive, supportive approach

• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities

• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex information clearly

• A client-focused mindset with a passion for delivering high-quality service

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with cloud accounting software (desirable)