At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage client portfolios and supervise a team of accountants in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Established accountancy practice with a strong reputation in Cross Hills.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive team culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Office-based role with a focus on collaboration and high standards.
- Why this job: Join a leading firm and make a real impact on client relationships and team success.
- Qualifications: ACA or ACCA qualified with 15 years' experience in UK accountancy practice.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 80000 £ per year.
An established accountancy practice based in Cross Hills, near Keighley, is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Client Manager to join its team. This is a senior role suited to a ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with a strong background in UK accountancy practice and significant experience managing client relationships, reviewing accounts and supervising staff.
The successful candidate will have a minimum of 15 years' recent experience within a UK accountancy practice and will be confident dealing directly with business owners and senior-level clients, managing their own portfolio and overseeing the work of other accountants.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of clients, acting as a senior point of contact for accounting and tax matters
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, including business owners and senior stakeholders
- Supervise and support a team of at least four accountants
- Review the work of colleagues, ensuring a consistently high standard of accuracy and compliance
- Prepare and review accounts from both incomplete records and computerised accounting records
- Prepare company and personal tax returns
- Prepare accounts for a varied portfolio of businesses, including sole traders, limited companies, partnerships and LLPs
- Prepare and review management accounts
- Liaise with clients regarding accounting, tax and general practice matters
- Attend client meetings and visits where required
- Manage workloads effectively and ensure deadlines are met
- Support the wider practice with ad-hoc accounting and client projects
- Identify issues and use initiative to provide practical solutions to clients and colleagues
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- ACA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification
- A minimum of 15 years' recent experience within a UK-based accountancy practice
- Strong experience in accounts preparation and review
- Proven experience managing and developing client relationships
- Previous experience supervising or managing accounting staff
- Strong management accounts experience
- Excellent knowledge of accounts preparation for sole traders, limited companies, partnerships and LLPs
- The ability to prepare and review accounts to a high professional standard
Senior Client Manager in Eastwood employer: SI Recruitment
As a leading professional services business, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that values collaboration and innovation. Our employees benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring they grow alongside the company while enjoying a supportive environment that prioritises exceptional client service and relationship building. Located in a vibrant area, we offer a unique chance to thrive in your career while making a meaningful impact in the commercial insurance sector.
