Client Manager / Accountant

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £40,000 - £52,000+ per year

Our client are a dynamic and growing firm of Chartered Accountants and are currently seeking a Qualified Accountant to join their growing, collaborative practice.

The firm provides a comprehensive range of services, including accounting, tax, and advisory support, tailored to entrepreneurial businesses. From small enterprises to multi-million-pound companies, they deliver exceptional service and proactive, strategic advice.

The successful candidate will be ACA or ACCA qualified with a minimum of four years' experience in UK practice. You will be proficient in the use of technology and proactive in implementing digital solutions within your day-to-day role.

As a Client Manager, you will act as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of clients, ensuring their accounting, tax, and advisory needs are met with excellence. You will build strong client relationships, oversee the preparation of financial reports, and provide strategic advice to support their business success. This is a dynamic role for someone with a passion for client service and a strong understanding of accounting practices.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with a portfolio of clients.
• Serve as the primary point of contact, addressing client queries and providing timely advice.
• Identify opportunities to add value to clients through additional services.
• Oversee the preparation and review of statutory accounts, management accounts, and tax returns.
• Ensure all client deadlines are met, including compliance with tax and regulatory obligations.
• Provide insightful financial analysis and recommendations to clients.
• Supervise, line manage, and mentor junior team members, ensuring high-quality deliverables and supporting their professional development.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Support the training and development of apprentices and junior staff.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to expand the client base.
• Represent the firm at networking events and industry functions.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals and pitches for prospective clients.

Experience within an accountancy practice is essential, along with proficiency in digital accounting platforms and systems.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact and contribute to the continued growth and success of the business.