Digital Services Manager

Main Duties
The main duties (but not limited to) are the following: -
• Champion the use of and driving the firmwide implementation of key digital tools to provide
both compliance and advisory services to clients – including Dext, Fathom, Syft Analytics
and various other sector specific tools
• Preparing of management information and management reporting – to including forecasts
and cash flows
• Preparing financial statements and tax returns for limited companies, partnerships and sole
traders up to the audit threshold
• Leveraging digital tools to support the delivery of bookkeeping services and quarterly VAT
returns
• Delivery of digital services including digital health checks and efficiency reviews
• Working as part of the digital services team supporting the delivery of app research and
recommendation engagements based upon the respective app ecosystems
• Comply with internal policies and procedures, ethical standards and regulatory
requirements
• Undertaking business advisory work including budgeting, cash flow and management /
board reporting
• Reviewing new technologies and identifying tools to generate additional value or efficiency
• Preparing proposals for new projects
• Delivery of internal training and support with ongoing upskilling of colleagues

 

Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Ideally the successful candidate will have the following attributes, skills, experience and
qualifications.
• Outgoing, socially confident and emotionally controlled
• Experience of using Xero and Quickbooks
• Experience of using other common digital tools
• A positive attitude, friendly and approachable
• Resilient, able to multi-task and work independently / flexibly
• Adaptable, organised and conscientious
• Takes the initiative, ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• A self-starter whilst also able to work with support
• Innovative and confident with the ability to contribute ideas and proposals for change
• Discreet, professional and team orientated in approach
• Good written and oral communications skills
• Experience of working in a practice-based environment in a Managerial, Assistant Manager
or Leadership role
• Up to date knowledge and continuing CPD of developments in the digital accountancy
space
• Excellent working knowledge of general IT Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Social Media
programmes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven accuracy and an eye for
detail
• Ability to present information effectively and concisely in emails and documents
• AAT or ACA / ACCA qualified
• Good general education, including English and Maths at GCSE Grade C or equivalent