Accounts Manager

Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Penrith to find an experienced Accounts Manager to join their growing team. This role offers flexible working, a company pension, and much more, making it an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accountancy professional looking to take the next step in their career. As one of the UK’s specialist accountancy practice recruiters, Crowe Watson Recruitment is known for taking the time to genuinely understand both candidates and clients, ensuring the right fit on both sides. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced accounts professional to join a well respected firm with a strong reputation across Cumbria and the wider North West. The successful candidate will take ownership of a varied portfolio of clients, providing accounts preparation, management accounts, and advisory support while also playing a key role in mentoring and developing junior members of the team. This is a genuine opportunity to progress within a firm that values long term career development and offers a clear path towards further progression for the right candidate. Penrith is a thriving market town within the Lake District National Park, offering an excellent quality of life alongside strong transport links to Carlisle, Kendal, and beyond. This role would suit a qualified or part qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CTA) with solid UK practice experience, looking to join a firm that genuinely invests in its people. If you’re searching for Accounts Manager jobs in Penrith or Cumbria, this could be an ideal next move. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV across to apply or to find out more about this role. Unfortunately, we’re unable to assist with candidates requiring visa sponsorship for this role. Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. Key Responsibilities • Managing a varied portfolio of accountancy clients • Preparing statutory accounts and management accounts • Reviewing work completed by junior team members • Liaising directly with clients on accounts and advisory matters • Supporting the training and development of junior staff Requirements • ACA, ACCA, or CTA qualified, or qualified by experience • Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment • Strong technical accounts preparation skills • Excellent communication and client relationship skills • Ability to manage and prioritise a busy client portfolio