At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage client portfolios and lead a team of accountants in delivering exceptional service.
- Company: Modern, growing accountancy firm that values its people and fosters collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, extra holiday, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a people-focused culture with genuine career progression in a tech-driven workplace.
- Why this job: Join a supportive environment and make a real impact on business success.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant with experience in accountancy practice and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 53500 - 58000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced practice professional looking to join a modern, growing accountancy firm that genuinely values its people?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking practice that combines traditional client service values with a progressive approach to accountancy and business advisory.
Working with an impressive portfolio of owner-managed businesses, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional client service while leading and developing a team of accountants.
With continued growth and investment in both technology and people, this is an ideal opportunity for someone seeking a long-term career move within a supportive and collaborative environment.
What will the Client Manager role involve?
- Managing a portfolio of sole traders, partnerships and limited company clients
- Preparing, reviewing and submitting statutory accounts and tax returns
- Leading, mentoring and developing your own team of accountancy professionals
- Reviewing work completed by team members and providing technical guidance and feedback
- Ensuring client deadlines and service level agreements are consistently achieved
- Supporting clients with tax planning and providing commercially focused advice
- Advising clients on advisory areas including cash flow, budgeting and business performance
- Managing client relationships and acting as a trusted point of contact
- Leading year-end meetings and conducting client fee reviews
- Liaising with HMRC and other regulatory bodies on behalf of clients
- Supporting the onboarding of new clients and ensuring a smooth transition into the business
- Contributing to the ongoing development and success of the wider practice
- Demonstrating leadership behaviours aligned to the company values
Suitable Candidate for the Client Manager vacancy
- ACCA, ACA, FMAAT or equivalent fully qualified accountant or tax advisor who holds a current professional body membership
- Experience working within an accountancy practice environment
- Strong experience preparing and reviewing accounts and tax returns for a varied client portfolio
- Sound technical knowledge across accounts preparation, taxation and compliance
- Experience managing client relationships and delivering advisory services
- Previous leadership, mentoring or team supervision experience would be advantageous
- Practical experience using cloud accounting software such as Xero, Quick Books, Dext or similar
- Strong communication skills with the confidence to present complex information in a clear and practical manner
- Highly organised with excellent time management and attention to detail
Additional benefits and information for the role of Client Manager
- Salary of £53,500 - £58,000 depending on experience
- Hybrid working with up to 2 days working from home
- Additional holiday allowance over the Christmas period
- Additional paid day's leave for your birthday (when on a working day)
- WPA Cash-plan private medical cover
- Professional body membership fees covered
- Full-time 36.5-hour working week (16:00 on a Friday)
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Opportunity to work closely with business owners and provide value-added advisory services
- Supportive, collaborative and people-focused culture
- Genuine career progression opportunities within a growing practice
- Modern systems and technology-driven working environment
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Client Manager Accountancy Practice in Denmead employer: Heelan Associates Ltd
Join a modern and growing accountancy firm in Waterlooville that truly values its employees, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture. With a focus on professional development and exposure to diverse advisory work, this role provides an excellent opportunity for career growth while working with a varied portfolio of inspiring small business clients. Enjoy the benefits of a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to investing in both technology and people.