Client Manager

Autograph Recruitment; Saltash; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Autograph Specialist Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Accounts Manager for their Saltash office. The role focuses on managing a varied client portfolio, preparing statutory accounts, and guiding junior staff.

You will oversee financial reporting, VAT, and tax computations, while building robust client relationships and ensuring accurate delivery of services. The ideal candidate will have ACA/ACCA/AAT qualifications, extensive practice experience, and the ability to mentor others.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA/AAT qualified.
• Experience in an accountancy practice.
• Strong accounts preparation and VAT knowledge.
• Ability to manage client relationships and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients including various business types.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts and financial statements.
• Oversee management accounts and financial reporting.
• Prepare VAT returns and tax computations.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members.
• Ensure deadlines are met with high accuracy.
• Develop strong client relationships and provide advisory support.

Skills

Client relationship management

Organizational skills

Leadership / mentoring juniors

Deadline management

Communication skills

Education

ACA/ACCA/AAT qualified

Job description

Accounts Manager

Location: Saltash, Cornwall
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Working Arrangement: Office-based
Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Manager to join an established and growing accountancy practice based in Saltash.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced accounts professional to take responsibility for a varied client portfolio, build strong client relationships and play an important role within the practice.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in accountancy practice, with the ability to manage client accounts, oversee workloads and support the development of more junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients, including limited companies, sole traders and partnerships.


• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts and financial statements.


• Overseeing management accounts and financial reporting.


• Preparing and reviewing VAT returns and tax computations.


• Providing advice and support to clients on accounting and financial matters.


• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.


• Reviewing work completed by junior members of the team.


• Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues.


• Managing deadlines and ensuring work is completed accurately and efficiently.


• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and deliver an excellent client service.

About You

• ACA, ACCA or AAT qualified.


• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.


• Strong experience preparing and reviewing accounts for a varied client portfolio.


• Good knowledge of accounts preparation, VAT and taxation.


• Confident managing client relationships and handling queries.


• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines.


• Able to work independently while contributing positively to the wider team.


• Experience supervising or reviewing the work of junior colleagues would be advantageous.

Working Arrangements

• Office-based position in Saltash.


• Full-time, permanent opportunity.


• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.


• Opportunity to develop within an established accountancy practice.


• Supportive team environment with scope for career progression.

We also welcome confidential conversations about your career if this role is not quite the right fit.

We look forward to hearing from you