Vardey Recruitment is delighted to partner with a successful, growing accountancy practice in Bournemouth, Dorset. We are seeking an experienced Practice Manager / Accounts Manager to lead a client portfolio and manage a team of training and qualified accountants.

This role is ideal for an ACA / ACCA qualified accountant with strong practice experience. It offers clear progression to Partner level, with responsibility, autonomy, and the chance to make a significant impact on the firm’s growth.

Key Responsibilities of Practice Manager

• Manage and support a varied client portfolio, ensuring consistently high-quality service delivery
• Lead projects, including budgeting, planning, and preparation of statutory accounts and tax returns (corporate, personal, VAT)
• Act as the primary point of contact for client queries, identifying opportunities and delivering solutions proactively
• Oversee technical and complex accounting projects, ensuring compliance with accounting standards
• Collaborate with senior management, supporting Partners on strategic initiatives and contributing to client growth and retention
• Coach, mentor, and develop junior team members, providing performance reviews and feedback in a supportive environment

Requirements of Accountant

• ACA / ACCA qualified accountant
• Strong background in an accountancy practice or firm
• Proven experience in financial reporting, statutory accounts, and tax
• Knowledge of FRS102 / FRS105
• Demonstrated team management and leadership experience
• Excellent client-facing, advisory, and communication skills
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Proactive, commercially aware, and solution-focused mindset

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £60,000 – £80,000 (DOE)
• Clear career progression with pathway to Partner if desired
• Generous holiday allowance
• Death in service benefit
• Ongoing CPD and professional development
• Positive, supportive company culture that rewards commitment and success
• Regular company social events and team-building activities
• Comprehensive training programme
• Commission structure bonus

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If you’re an experienced Practice Manager / Practice Accountant/ ACA/ACCA Trained Accountant / Accounts Manager looking for a role with responsibility, career progression, and the opportunity to lead a team, with opportunity to Partner level apply now or contact Clare at Vardey Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

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Ref: Aca/ Practice Accountant - Practice Manager - Senior Manager - Client Manager - Dorset - Hampshire borders - Partner opportunity