Client Manager
Can you build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues alike?
Do you have a proven track record of managing a varied portfolio?
Are you a professional yet personable leader who brings out the best in others?
If so, this Client Manager job in Colchester could be the opportunity for you!
The right candidate will be...
- A strong communicator, proactive problem solver, and natural team leader
- An all-rounder, with a strong technical skillset across general accounting
- Highly experienced, with proven analytical skills and a keen eye for detail
- Passionate about forging meaningful relationships with clients and colleagues like
Does this sound like you?
If so, you could secure a market-leading salary, a wealth of benefits including flexible working, and a defined pathway to progression.
Don't let this fantastic opportunity pass you by. Apply today to take a step towards this Client Manager job in Colchester.
Job Purpose
- Managing a varied portfolio of clients, overseeing workflow, deadlines, and budgets
- Overseeing the smooth-running of the team, reviewing work, delivering training and providing feedback
- Planning and undertaking assignments, striving to deliver service excellence
- Monitoring team performance and tracking targets
- Closely monitoring deadlines and ensuring compliance with all financial regulations
- Using computer software such as IRIS, Sage, Xero and Quickbooks
- Contributing to the firm's growth by retaining existing clients and building relationships with prospective clients
- Building trusted and long-lasting client relationships, proactively handing queries
- Reviewing processes and implementing more efficient ways of service delivery
- Setting an example to junior staff as a hands-on Manager
About the Firm
This fast-growing, forward-thinking accountancy firm based in Colchester provides a full range of first-class financial services.
Led by experienced accountants, advisors and support staff, this firm empowers its team through continuous professional development.
Offering a clear path to progression, the Colchester team will suit a career-driven candidate who excels in a role where every day is different.
What's in it for you?
- £50,000 to £70,000 pa
- Permanent, full-time role
- Flexible / hybrid working
- Enhanced annual leave
- Contributory company pension
- Life assurance
- Paid professional subscriptions
- Childcare voucher scheme
- Private healthcare scheme
- Client and staff referral bonuses
- Plus more
The Successful Candidate
- ACA / ACCA qualified or part-qualified
- At least five years' post-qualification experience
- Qualified by experience also considered
- A proven track record of managing a client portfolio within practice
- Excellent IT skills, with the ability to learn new ones quickly
- Previous experience leading a team, reviewing work and providing mentorship
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Professional, reliable and keen to progress within the firm
- Self-motivated and highly organised, with the ability to meet deadlines
- A hands-on, can-do attitude towards problem-solving
- Analytically minded, with strong commercial acumen
About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd
Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.
Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new auditor jobs and accountancy jobs in Colchester and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.