Accounts Compliance Assistant Manager - Business Outsourcing

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Salisbury
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Public Practice Accounting
  • Industry

    Accountancy Firms
  • Pay

    Competitive Salary plus Excellent Benefits

Assistant Manager role in Salisbury with a leading UK firm, managing client accounts and financial compliance.

Location: Salisbury (3 days per week office-based)
Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Our client, a leading UK accountancy and advisory firm, is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to join their Business Outsourcing Services team in Salisbury. This is a fantastic opportunity for a practice-trained professional looking to step into a client-facing, compliance-focused role within a highly respected and growing firm.

About the Firm
Our client is one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy firms, with a heritage dating back over 140 years. They support a diverse client base across sectors, offering services in tax, audit, advisory, corporate finance, and restructuring. Their culture is built on collaboration, ambition, and a genuine commitment to helping clients and colleagues thrive.

The Role
As Assistant Manager, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality compliance services to a varied portfolio of clients. Your responsibilities will include:
  • Preparing annual financial statements, including statutory accounts, trust accounts, partnership accounts, and sole trader accounts
  • Managing your own portfolio of clients and acting as their key point of contact
  • Overseeing and mentoring junior staff working on your portfolio
  • Collaborating with other departments to deliver a seamless client experience
  • Ensuring work is delivered to a high standard and in line with deadlines and regulatory requirements

What We’re Looking For
  • ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), or qualified by experience
  • Strong background in practice, ideally within a business outsourcing or accounts compliance team
  • Proficiency with accounting software and a solid understanding of UK GAAP
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • A proactive, client-focused approach with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement

What’s on Offer
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Private medical insurance, life assurance, and enhanced pension contributions
  • Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional days
  • Hybrid working model (3 days in-office)
  • Fully funded training and CPD
  • A supportive, inclusive culture with clear progression pathways

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm that values its people and invests in their development. If you're looking to take the next step in your practice career with a firm that offers both challenge and support, we’d love to hear from you.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or feel free to call Lorna Pilling directly on 07900 224915. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Please note: All applicants must have Right to Work in the UK as sponsorship for overseas employees cannot be provided for this role.

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