Client Accountant

Diageo; Witham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company based in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Accountant / Client Manager to manage a diverse portfolio while providing expert financial advice. Responsibilities include overseeing bookkeeping, statutory accounts, and mentoring junior staff. The role offers a competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000, along with extensive benefits like 25 days annual leave, pension contributions, and supportive professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Employer pension contributions above statutory requirements

Health plan benefits

On-site parking

Continuous professional training and development support

Relaxed dress code

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with strong technical skills and experience.
• Experience managing portfolios and mentoring junior team members.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review bookkeeping, VAT returns, and management accounts.
• Oversee statutory accounts and tax compliance.
• Prepare advisory documentation for senior review.
• Act as main point of contact for clients.
• Guide clients on best practices and systems.

Skills

Strong technical grounding

Confident communicator

Analytical skills

Problem-solving ability

Team management

Education

ACA / ACCA qualified or qualified by experience

Minimum of two years' post-qualified practice experience

Tools

MS Office

Xero

Iris

Sage

Job description

Overview

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a motivated accountant to join a progressive and supportive team in Birmingham as a Senior Accountant / Client Manager. This position offers excellent client exposure, autonomy, and professional development in a growing practice. Based in Birmingham, you'll manage your own portfolio, provide insightful financial advice, and play an active role in mentoring junior team members. The role offers a competitive salary in the range of £45,000-£50,000, designed to reward experience and potential.

Responsibilities

• Review bookkeeping, VAT returns, and management accounts across a varied portfolio.
• Oversee statutory accounts, corporation tax, and personal tax compliance.
• Prepare advisory and technical documentation for senior review.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, managing deadlines and queries efficiently.
• Guide clients on best practices in system setup, controls, and software use.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to staff training and development.
• Identify areas to streamline internal processes for greater efficiency.

Qualifications & Skills

• ACA / ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience with strong technical grounding.
• Minimum of two years' post-qualified practice experience.
• Proficient with MS Office and Xero; experience with Iris or Sage is beneficial.
• Confident communicator with excellent analytical and problem‑solving ability.
• Skilled in managing teams and fostering professional growth.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet multiple deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £45,000-£50,000, reflecting experience and contribution.
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• Employer pension contributions above statutory requirements.
• Health plan benefits and on-site parking for Birmingham-based staff.
• Continuous professional training and development support.
• Relaxed dress code and a collaborative, people‑driven culture.