Client Management Accountant Norwich - TC Farnell Clarke Accounts

TC Group; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Client Management Accountant to join their dynamic Outsourcing Team. This role involves managing a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and acting as their primary financial contact. You will leverage cloud technology to enhance processes and client interactions, while also contributing to your professional development. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive team culture, this opportunity offers a chance to grow within a rapidly evolving firm that values innovation and client success.

Benefits

Group life assurance (4x salary)

Hybrid working (office and home)

Private health insurance

Car parking

Social events and functions

Access to employee benefits portal

Employee assistance programme

Referral bonuses

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in accountancy practice, qualified (ACCA/ACA) or qualified by experience.
• Knowledge of accounting issues affecting small to medium-sized owner-managed businesses.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients and be their main point of contact.
• Prepare management accounts, cashflow forecasts, and assist with budgets.
• Maintain strong relationships and ensure all deadlines are met.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Decision-Making

Education

ACCA/ACA Qualification

Experience in Accountancy Practice

Tools

Xero

Dext

Fathom

Job description

Salary – competitive depending on experience

Hours – Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week with flexible, hybrid working

Holiday – 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)

About the Client Management Accountant role

We are TC Group, the fastest-growing top 20 accountancy firm in the UK. We’re business advisors and accountants, with over 30 years of experience, honing our skills and developing our service offering to deliver a wide range of bespoke support and advice to ambitious business owners and their businesses.

The team seeks your expertise and support in the Outsourcing department within TC Farnell Clarke. We are a friendly team committed to delivering the highest standards of service to our clients.

We continuously strive for internal improvements to enhance our processes, utilizing the best cloud technology and apps available. This allows us to have proactive client meetings and add value to their businesses.

Role Overview

TC Farnell Clarke in Norwich is looking for a Client Management Accountant to join the Outsourcing Team. You will manage a varied portfolio of Limited Companies and Partnerships, acting as the financial controller for clients with outsourced finance functions, ensuring high-quality, accurate service delivery.

How You Fit In

Our clients view us as their virtual finance team, enabling them to focus on their core business. Each team member manages designated clients, maintaining regular communication, building strong relationships, and providing accurate bookkeeping, management accounts, and cashflow forecasts. We focus on supporting each member’s CPD and career progression.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients and be their main point of contact
• Ensure all deadlines are met
• Update clients on service progress and changes
• Maintain strong relationships, explaining financial results and supporting growth initiatives
• Follow up during and after service delivery to meet client needs
• Maintain high service standards and improve financial processes
• Prepare and annotate management accounts, cashflow forecasts, and assist with budgets
• Perform full balance sheet reconciliations
• Review profit and loss statements
• Produce management reports and discuss results with clients
• Assist in reviewing team management accounts
• Review VAT returns to ensure timely submission
• Manage small projects and coordinate resources

Culture and Support

• Support team training and development alongside the Senior Finance Partner
• Provide and receive feedback within the team

Candidate Profile

We seek candidates with:

• Experience in an accountancy practice, qualified (ACCA/ACA) or qualified by experience
• Knowledge of accounting issues affecting small to medium-sized owner-managed businesses
• Ability to build client relationships
• Confident decision-making skills and willingness to seek help when needed
• Experience with cloud accounting software such as Xero, Dext, and Fathom (advantageous)
• Motivated, driven, and team-oriented
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, adaptable to various sectors
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities
• Initiative, judgment, and ownership of issues from start to finish

Benefits

• Group life assurance (4x salary)
• Hybrid working (office and home)
• Private health insurance
• Car parking
• Social events and functions
• Access to employee benefits portal (cashback and vouchers)
• Employee assistance programme
• Referral bonuses
• Ongoing training and development for professional and personal growth

About Us

TC Group is rapidly growing and evolving. We are committed to providing a high-quality experience for our clients, supporting UK’s ambitious business owners across various sectors. Our team values technical excellence, innovative solutions, and continuous improvement. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

Note: We can only accept applications from candidates based in the UK, and we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Apply now