Job Title: Accounts / Client Manager
Location: Liverpool
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Company:
A well-established and growing accountancy practice in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Accounts / Client Manager to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled accountant to manage a portfolio of clients, providing high-quality accounting, tax, and advisory services. The firm prides itself on offering a client-focused approach and provides excellent career progression opportunities.
The Role:
As an Accounts / Client Manager, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, overseeing their accounting needs, and providing business advice. You will work closely with clients to ensure compliance and offer financial insights that drive business success. This is a client-facing role that requires a combination of technical expertise and excellent interpersonal skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing a portfolio of clients across various industries, providing accounting, tax, and advisory services.
- Preparing and reviewing financial statements, management accounts, and VAT returns.
- Offering proactive advice to clients on tax planning, business strategy, and financial processes.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, acting as their main point of contact.
- Ensuring all compliance deadlines are met for clients, including tax returns and statutory filings.
- Reviewing and supervising the work of junior staff, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Identifying opportunities to improve clients' financial processes and recommending value-added services.
- Keeping up to date with changes in accounting standards, tax regulations, and legislation.
- Assisting in business development activities, including onboarding new clients and identifying cross-selling opportunities.
- Collaborating with other departments to deliver a comprehensive service to clients.
Requirements:
- ACA/ACCA qualified (or QBE) with at least 5 years of experience in an accountancy practice.
- Proven experience in managing a portfolio of clients and delivering a range of accounting and tax services.
- Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Experience in preparing and reviewing financial statements and management accounts.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines.
- Experience in supervising and mentoring junior staff is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in accounting software such as Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks.
- A proactive and client-focused approach with a commitment to delivering high-quality service.
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated accountant with experience in client management, apply now with your CV.