Job Description

Accounts Manager/Assistant Manager

Location:

Chard, Somerset

Reporting to:

Staffing Director

Lentells Ltd is a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice with a reputation for delivering exceptional client service across the South West. We're now looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Manager or Assistant Manager to join our dynamic team and take ownership of a diverse client portfolio. The position is full time, 37.5 hours per week.

What You'll Be Doing

As a key member of our team, you'll be responsible for managing client relationships and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Your day-to-day will include:

Acting as the main point of contact for clients and their portfolios Reviewing accounts, tax returns, VAT returns, and preparing insightful reports Drafting professional correspondence and letters to clients Raising accurate invoices in a timely manner Ensuring deadlines are met for both you and your team Monitoring and following up on outstanding client fees Handling new client enquiries with confidence and clarity Supporting directors with their workload as needed Liaising with external stakeholders such as HMRC on behalf of clients

What We are Looking For

We're seeking someone who is:

Experienced in accountancy practice (ideally ACA/ACCA qualified or part-qualified) A confident communicator with strong client-facing skills Organised, deadline-driven, and able to manage multiple priorities Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a team Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office tools

Why Join Lentells?

We are a well-established firm with a reputation for quality and client care. You will be part of a supportive team, with opportunities to develop and grow professionally.

We provide staff with a wide range of benefits, including private medical insurance, company pension, flexible schedule, on-site parking, sick pay, wellness programmes and company events.

Retaining a loyal team of staff is key to providing continuity of service to our clients who appreciate dealing with individuals who have built up a good relationship with them and have a detailed knowledge of their business.

Lentells Ltd have signed up to the Mindful Employer initiative. We have signed the 'Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health' to show our desire to support the mental health of our staff.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a client-focussed role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us deliver outstanding service via our website or send your CV and covering letter to hr@lentells.co.uk or to our HR Manager, Richard Lowe, Lentells Accountants, 17-18 Leach Road, Chard Business Park, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1FA.

Closing date for applications: 22 September 2025

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Flexitime Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Chard TA20 1FA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 22/09/2025