Get Recruited is partnering with a leading, progressive accountancy practice that is looking to appoint an experienced Client Accountant to its team.
This is a broad position combining accounts preparation, tax compliance, management accounts, business advisory and team management. You will take ownership of a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, acting as a key point of contact and ensuring work is delivered accurately and within agreed deadlines.
The role is ideal for an experienced practice accountant who enjoys building close client relationships, developing junior colleagues and providing advice beyond traditional year-end compliance.
THE CLIENT ACCOUNTANT ROLE
- Manage a varied portfolio of limited companies, LLPs, partnerships and sole traders.
- Prepare and review year-end accounts, corporation tax computations, personal tax returns and Capital Gains Tax calculations.
- Oversee bookkeeping, VAT, payroll and management accounting services.
- Produce management information, budgets, cash-flow forecasts and performance analysis.
- Provide practical advice on tax planning, profitability, financial controls and process improvement.
- Review work completed by junior colleagues and ensure assignments meet agreed deadlines and quality standards.
- Act as a key client contact, attending meetings and building strong working relationships.
- Manage portfolio workflow, billing, work in progress and client onboarding.
- Support business plans, funding applications, financial projections and business valuations.
- Promote cloud accounting solutions and identify opportunities to provide additional services.
THE PERSON
- A minimum of five years' experience working within a UK accountancy practice.
- Ideally ACA or ACCA qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience.
- Strong experience preparing and reviewing statutory accounts and tax returns.
- Experience managing a portfolio of owner-managed businesses.
- Good knowledge of corporation tax, personal tax, VAT and capital allowances.
- Previous exposure to management accounts, cash-flow forecasting and business advisory work.
- Experience supervising, reviewing and developing junior colleagues.
- Confident using Xero, TaxCalc and other cloud-based accounting platforms.
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Client Accountant employer: Get Recruited
Get Recruited is an excellent employer for those looking to thrive in the commercial insurance sector, particularly in Stockport. With a focus on employee development, you will receive comprehensive training and support from a dedicated team, fostering a collaborative work culture that encourages growth and success. The opportunity to manage your own client journey while earning a competitive salary and commission makes this role both rewarding and meaningful.
