Client Manager

Are you a Practice Accountant seeking to advance your career within a forward thinking people centric Accountancy Practice? This is a brilliant opportunity to join a thriving Practice based in York, North Yorkshire where you can make a substantial impact and add real value to a large, well established client portfolio. The role offers a competitive salary, reaching up to £45,000 based on experience, accompanied by a range of excellent benefits.

As a confident communicator, your expertise in managing client portfolios, spanning from financial statements to tax advisories will be highly valued and rewarded! This is an unmissable opportunity for qualified individuals holding either AAT with extensive practice experience or ACCA/ACA qualifications.

In your new role as Client Manager, you will be responsible for your own client base, encompassing tasks such as account preparation, gathering personal tax return information, and ensuring compliance with reporting deadlines. Duties and responsibilities will also involve controlling department WIP, responding to both client and third party queries in a timely manner and delivering high quality financial information.

Here’s why this opportunity stands out among others:

1. You’ll have the autonomy to guide your clients, backed by a team that appreciates your insights through building relationships.
2. You’ll be part of an exceptional company culture, where they pride themselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member is respected, valued and encouraged to thrive.
3. Our client understands the importance of maintaining a healthy balance between your professional and personal life, offering flexible working arrangements with 1 day working from home to ensure you can achieve your best, both in and out of the office.
4. You’ll be part of a business that is connected to the local community and encourages you to network at industry specific events to develop yourself further.
5. Opportunity to give back through fundraising events and activities, to the nominated charity of the year.
6. You’ll be part of a group of practices, working closely to provide clients with the best possible service and having the opportunity to develop and progress into different areas of the business.
7. Opportunity to support and coach individuals by supervising junior members of staff; this could be a brilliant chance to develop into a management position, especially as no previous management experience is required.
8. Employee recognition awards which take place annually, where your hard work is celebrated and you are given the chance to socialise with all offices.
9. Investment in you from the beginning, with monthly one-to-ones with your line manager to technical training and mentoring.
10. You’ll be eligible for an annual bonus, which is based on both company and individual performance.

Key skills and experience sought:

• Previous experience in an accountancy practice environment.
• AAT qualification with experience or ACCA/ACA qualification.
• Positive and supportive approach to managing junior members of staff.
• Proven ability to build positive relationships with both clients and colleagues.
• Strong problem-solving skills and effective written and verbal communication.
• Capacity to prioritise workloads efficiently.

If you are looking for a position with a clear pathway to professional fulfilment where your skills are celebrated, your growth is prioritised and your work-life balance is respected. If you are an AAT seasoned professional or hold ACCA/ ACA / ICAEW qualifications and are prepared for significant advancement in your career within an Accountancy Practice, apply today!