Client Manager : Accountancy Practice

An opportunity has arisen for a Client Manager (Accountant) to join an accountancy practice providing accounting, bookkeeping, payroll and tax services to small businesses. As a Client Manager, you will manage a portfolio of clients, oversee a small accounting team and provide technical guidance, compliance support and accountancy advice. This is a full-time, permanent, office-based role, with the option to work from home two days a week offering a salary range of £53,500 - £58,000 plus benefits. You will be responsible for: ? Managing the preparation, review and submission of accounts and tax returns for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies. ? Supervising and supporting a small team of accountants, overseeing workloads and ensuring statutory deadlines are met. ? Providing technical guidance, training and ongoing development to team members. ? Reviewing accounting and tax work, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback. ? Managing the onboarding of new clients and ensuring their records and accounting requirements are properly established. ? Advising clients on taxation matters, tax planning and opportunities to improve tax efficiency. ? Providing advice on cash flow, budgeting, pricing and other business-related financial matters. ? Arranging and conducting year-end client meetings and reviewing client fees. ? Maintaining accurate financial records, electronic files and client administration. What we are looking for: ? Full membership of a recognised chartered accountancy body, such as ACCA, ACA or an equivalent professional qualification. ? Approx. 5 years of accountancy practice experience, including managing a varied client portfolio and delivering client work directly. ? Proven ability to prepare, review and check statutory accounts and tax returns for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies. ? Prior experience using Xero or QuickBooks ? A sound understanding of taxation and its