Client Accounting Manager

KC Group Recruitment; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

On-site parking (where applicable)

Career progression opportunities

Life assurance

Health and wellbeing benefits

Job summary

KC Group Recruitment is working with a leading firm to recruit a Client Accounting Manager. The role targets ACA/ACCA qualified professionals to deliver high-quality accounting, tax and advisory services to rural and agricultural clients.

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are offered, with on-site parking options depending on location. The successful candidate will manage a mixed portfolio, provide strategic insights, and mentor junior staff while developing long-term client relationships

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified and practicing accountant
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to build long-term client relationships
• Commercial and advisory mindset
• Proficiency in Excel, Xero and Sage

Responsibilities

• Overseeing preparation and completion of annual accounts and business tax computations for a varied client portfolio.
• Providing advice on remuneration planning and profit forecasts.
• Advising on capital taxes and reviewing VAT returns.
• Building and maintaining trusted client relationships.
• Identifying opportunities to add value through tax planning and wider advisory work.
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members.

Skills

Accountancy

Analytical thinking

Client relationships

Excel

Xero

Sage

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Tools

None

Job description

KC Group is working with a leading firm who are looking for a Client Accounting Manager to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA/ACCA qualified professional to develop their career across accountancy and business advisory, while building strong, long-term relationships with clients across the rural sector.

The role offers excellent career development opportunities, flexible and hybrid working arrangements, and the opportunity to become a valued adviser to a diverse portfolio of rural and agricultural businesses.

As Client Accounting Manager, you'll take responsibility for a mixed portfolio of clients, providing high-quality accounting, tax and commercial advice.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the preparation and completion of annual accounts and business tax computations for a varied client portfolio.
• Providing advice on annual remuneration planning and profit forecasts.
• Advising clients on capital taxes and reviewing VAT returns.
• Building and maintaining strong, trusted client relationships.
• Identifying opportunities to add value through tax planning and wider commercial advice.
• Supporting clients with their broader business objectives and helping them achieve their goals.
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team, helping them develop their skills and careers.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical accountancy skills with a genuine interest in working with rural and agricultural businesses. You'll ideally have:

• Experience working with clients in the agricultural and rural business sector.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to develop lasting client relationships.
• A commercial mindset and the confidence to identify opportunities to add value.
• Sound working knowledge of Excel, Xero and Sage.

Benefits package includes:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• On-site parking or a contribution towards parking, depending on location
• 25-28 days' annual leave, with the option to purchase up to a total of 30 days
• Clear career progression structure
• Life assurance - 6x annual salary
• Health and wellbeing benefits
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Regular firm-wide and team social events
• Opportunities to attend and represent the firm at rural and agricultural industry events