Client Manager - Accounts & Tax

Michael Page; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting on behalf of a growing accountancy firm for a Client Manager role in the South of the UK. You will manage a mixed client portfolio across Accounts and Tax, building strong client relationships and reviewing work of junior team members.

You will be ACCA/ACA qualified or qualified by experience with solid technical knowledge in statutory accounts and tax, and you will lead client sign-off meetings while supporting onboarding and business development in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Management of a varied client portfolio in accountancy practice.
• Preparation and review of annual accounts and tax returns.
• Lead client sign-off meetings and provide advice.
• Mentor and review work for junior team members.
• Support onboarding of new clients.

Responsibilities

• Management of a varied client portfolio, building strong client relationships and ensuring provision of a high quality of service.
• Preparation and review of annual accounts and tax returns.
• Leading client sign-off meetings and providing advice.
• Supervise, mentor and review work for junior members of the team.
• Support with onboarding new clients.
• Business development - supporting in meeting prospective clients and networking

Skills

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Business development

Communication

Education

ACCA/ACA or equivalent

Job description

Opportunity to join a growing accountancy firm as a Client Manager with responsibility for a mixed client portfolio across Accounts and Tax. This role will work closely with clients as well as supporting to supervise and review work of junior members of the team.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established and award-winning professional services firm, providing accounting, tax, business advisory and related services to a diverse client base. They have multiple offices across the South of the UK and offer a collaborative working environment where employees are supported to develop their skills and progress their careers.

Description

Responsibilities will include:

• Management of a varied client portfolio, building strong client relationships and ensuring provision of a high quality of service.
• Preparation and review of annual accounts and tax returns
• Leading client sign-off meetings and providing advice
• Supervise, mentor and review work for junior members of the team
• Support with onboarding new clients
• Business development - supporting in meeting prospective clients and networking

Profile

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA or equivalent) or qualified my experience with proven experience managing a client portfolio in accountancy practice. You will have strong technical knowledge and skills in statutory accounts and tax, being able to take the lead with your own portfolio but also enjoying working collaboratively as part of a team.

Job Offer

A competitive salary and benefits package including:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holiday and additional days for Christmas closure
• Hybrid working
• Bonus scheme
• Structured career progression pathway
• Support for professional qualification studies & membership