Accounts Manager

Austin Rose; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-being sessions

Career progression

Professional development

Job summary

Austin Rose, an independent firm of accountants, seeks a Client Account Manager in Chelmsford to lead a diverse client portfolio, deliver strategic advisory, and build long-term relationships in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

You will supervise staff, work with cloud platforms like Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage, and play a key role in driving practice growth from Chelmsford City Centre.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a varied client portfolio across sectors.
• Strong advisory and commercial mindset with high-quality client service.
• Ability to train and mentor junior staff while maintaining quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of client portfolio and be the main point of contact.
• Supervise, support, and mentor junior team members.
• Leverage cloud platforms (Xero/QuickBooks/Sage) to streamline workflows.
• Develop growth opportunities through strategic advisory services.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and filing deadlines.
• Liaise with HMRC and external bodies on behalf of clients.

Skills

Client relationships

Leadership

Business development

Mentoring

Cloud accounting

Education

ACA/ACCA

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Client Account Manager | Independent Firm of Accountants | Chelmsford

Are you an ambitious and client-focused accountant seeking an exciting career move in the heart of Chelmsford? Are you looking to step into a leadership role where you manage a high-profile portfolio, build lasting client relationships, and drive business growth within a well-established, thriving independent practice?

About the Firm

This well-established independent firm of accountants based in Chelmsford City Centre provides a comprehensive range of professional accounting services to a diverse portfolio of local and regional businesses and individuals. Specialising in tax planning, auditing, bookkeeping, payroll, financial reporting, and bespoke advisory services, the firm prides itself on delivering exceptional technical expertise and proactive client care. Operating within a collaborative and supportive culture, the practice empowers its professionals with continuous development opportunities, modern cloud-accounting systems, and a genuinely balanced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied portfolio of clients across multiple dynamic business sectors.

• Preparing and reviewing complex financial statements and corporation tax returns.

• Coordinating bookkeeping, VAT, and payroll services seamlessly with internal team members.

• Building and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships while providing proactive commercial advice.

• Identifying client business needs and offering high-value advisory services and recommendations.

• Ensuring absolute compliance with relevant accounting standards, statutory reporting frameworks, and filing deadlines.

• Liaising directly with HMRC and other external professional bodies on behalf of clients.

As a Client Account Manager you will:

• Take full ownership of your client portfolio, acting as the primary point of contact for all accounting and advisory queries.

• Supervise, support, and mentor junior members of staff, reviewing their work to maintain exceptional quality standards.

• Leverage cloud accounting platforms including Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage to streamline financial workflows.

• Collaborate with senior leadership on practice growth initiatives and business development opportunities.

• Champion internal well-being and team collaboration initiatives across the Chelmsford office.

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive market salary commensurate with experience and full qualification (ACA/ACCA).

• Comprehensive monthly well-being sessions dedicated to mental health and work-life balance support.

• Regular team-building events, social outings, and collaborative office activities.

• Structured professional development, ongoing technical training, and clear internal career progression pathways.

• Collaborative, friendly, and supportive working environment in central Chelmsford.

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