Accounts Manager

Pro Talent; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Ipswich is looking for a Senior Client Manager to oversee a portfolio of clients and support business growth. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in an accountancy practice, excellent communication skills, and familiarity with accounting packages like Excel and Xero. This role involves managing client relationships and ensuring timely completion of accounting tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' experience in an accountancy practice.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid understanding of tax and ability to advise clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients with support from a Junior.
• Prepare and review accounts for various entities.
• Support business growth and liaise with clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Decision making

Team management

Accounting software familiarity

Education

Fully Qualified in Accountancy

Tools

Excel

TaxCalc

Xero

Job description

The firm:

• Fast-growing and dynamic accountancy firm in Cambridge
• Diverse and loyal client base
• Expert team who work hard to provide exceptional standards
• Strong focus on innovation and technology, and ambitious growth plans

The Client Manager role:

As a Senior Client Manager, you will look after your own portfolio of clients, with support from a Junior.

• Manage a team
• Support, drive and promote the business growth
• Liaise with new and existing clients
• Review and sign off accounts (some preparation of accounts will be required)
• Accounts preparation for limited companies, partnerships, sole traders and charities
• Preparation of corporation tax returns
• Preparation of self‑assessment tax returns
• Supporting clients in accounting and taxation issues
• Preparation of management accounts
• Support the company’s brand (social media etc.)
• Build strong team relationship skills
• Complete client services/tasks on time according to internal and external deadlines
• Work in line with company behaviours and organisational culture
• Deal with clients, suppliers, and other employees professionally at all times
• Allocate the appropriate amount of time to tasks (revenue generating activities)
• Prioritise activities according to company urgencies

The successful Client Manager candidate:

• Fully‑Qualified with experience in an accountancy practice
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in practice (preferably currently working in practice)
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to judge priorities and make decisions quickly
• Familiar with accounting packages (Excel, TaxCalc and Xero)
• Excellent working knowledge of FRS102, FRS102 section 1a and FRS105 is essential
• Solid understanding of tax and ability to advise clients
• Ability to solve problems, take responsibility and start adding value to the team immediately
• Able to work independently is a must

Thank you for your interest.