Client Manager - Accounting

Client ManagerUp to £65,000

Basingstoke

Are you seeking to advance your career in a well-established accounting and advisory firm renowned for innovative ideas and flexibility? If so Butler Rose Public are delighted to be partnering with this Central Hampshire based practice that are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Client Manager to manage a diverse portfolio of SME clients in general practice, taking full responsibility for their requirements.

Role Description:

In response to significant growth the firm are now seeking to appoint a full-time SME portfolio manager to join their team. The ideal candidate will be a positive, detail-oriented individual with strong organisational skills, effective time management, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in IT skills, to include various accounting software programmes would be highly desirable however training will be given where necessary.

The firm's clientele comprises a range of SMEs, across a wide range of industry sectors including professional services and manufacturing to name just a couple. You will be responsible for communicating with clients directly, through face-to-face meetings, video/phone calls, and email correspondence. Therefore, exceptional written and verbal communication skills are vital.

Responsibilities:

• Efficiently manage the entire portfolio, including staff planning, WIP management, and billing.
• Develop and maintain a healthy relationship with both new and existing clients.
• Exhibit a strong business acumen in fee development.
• Prepare files to the highest standard, subject to partner review.
• Demonstrate a proactive knowledge of relevant legislation and compliance standards.
• Generate high-quality business correspondence.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for compliance issues within the portfolio.
• Provide estimates and quotes within the delegated authority.
• Pitch and tender for new projects by meeting clients and preparing necessary documentation.
• Attend new client meetings and business networking events for business development.
• Possess an excellent understanding of cloud-based accounting techniques and systems.

Person Requirements:

• Ideally, fully qualified ACA/ACCA with at least 2 years of post-qualification experience in a similar Senior Accountant/Client Manager role, however consideration may be given to those holding a MAAT qualification or qualified by experience.
• Up-to-date knowledge of corporate and personal taxes.
• Strong time management skills.
• Prior management experience would be highly desirable.
• Commercial and proactive approach to client development.
• Confident, articulate, and an effective communicator at all levels both internally and externally. cross all levels.

If you are suitably experienced and meet the above criteria, then please do not hesitate to in applying now.

This role is advertised by Fay Jones at Butler Rose -

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.