Senior Practice Manager / Ipswich / £45 - 55k

Pro Talent; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in accountancy is seeking a General Practice Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of clients. In this pivotal role, you will manage a team while driving business growth and ensuring exceptional service delivery. Your expertise in tax advisory and client relationship management will be critical as you prepare and review accounts, support clients with their accounting needs, and contribute to the firm's innovative approach. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking firm that values innovation and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in practice required.
• ACCA, ACA or AAT Qualified (Qualified by Experience acceptable).

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients and a team to drive business growth.
• Prepare and review accounts for various entities including limited companies.
• Support clients with accounting and taxation issues.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Tax advisory

Problem-solving

Team management

Client relationship management

Education

ACCA

ACA

AAT

Qualified by Experience

Job description

ProTalent are currently working with a successful and forward-thinking accountancy practice in Ipswich to recruit a new General Practice Manager.

The firm:

• Well established accountancy firm in Ipswich
• Diverse and loyal client base
• Expert team who work hard to provide exceptional standards
• Strong focus on innovation and technology, and ambitious growth plans

The Client Manager role:

• As a General Practice Manager, you will look after your own portfolio of clients, with support from a Junior
• Manage a team
• Support, drive and promote the business growth
• Liaise with new and existing clients
• Review and sign off accounts (some preparation of accounts will be required)
• Accounts preparation for limited companies, partnerships, sole traders and charities
• Preparation of corporation tax returns
• Preparation of self-assessment tax returns
• Supporting clients in accounting and taxation issues
• Preparation of management accounts
• Support the company’s brand (social media etc.)
• Build strong team relationship skills
• Complete client services/tasks on time according to internal and external deadlines
• Work in line with company behaviours and organisational culture
• Deal with clients, suppliers, and other employees professionally at all times
• Allocate the appropriate amount of time to tasks (revenue generating activities)
• Prioritise activities according to company urgencies

The successful Client Manager candidate:

• ACCA, ACA or AAT Qualified (Qualified by Experience acceptable)
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in practice (preferably currently working in practice)
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to judge priorities and make decisions quickly
• Solid understanding of tax and ability to advise clients
• Ability to solve problems, take responsibility and start adding value to the team immediately
• Able to work independently is a must

Thank you for your interest.