Job Description:

An opportunity has arisen for a Client Manager / Senior Accountant to join a well-established accountancy firm providing accounting, tax, payroll, bookkeeping, and business advisory services for small businesses, contractors, landlords, and individuals.

As a Client Manager / Senior Accountant, you will manage your own portfolio of clients, deliver accountancy and tax services, and provide practical business support while maintaining high standards of client care.

This is a full-time permanent role office-based only offering a salary range of £30,000 - £40,000 and benefits. No sponsorship provided.

You will be responsible for:

• Manage a portfolio of limited company, partnership and sole trader clients
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, building strong and long-term relationships
• Provide accounting, tax and general business support to clients
• Prepare and review annual accounts, VAT returns, corporation tax returns and personal tax returns
• Support clients with cloud accounting software, including Xero and FreeAgent
• Manage deadlines and workflow across the client portfolio, ensuring work is completed accurately and on time
• Support and review the work of junior team members where required
• Assist with ad hoc projects and contribute to improvements in internal processes

What we are looking for:

• Previously worked as a Client manager, Practice Accountant, Senior Accountant, Client Accountant, Accounts Manager, Accounts Senior or in a similar role.
• Have recent accountancy practice experience.
• CA or ACCA qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards and tax matters affecting owner-managed businesses.  
• Background preparing and reviewing annual accounts, VAT returns, corporation tax returns and personal tax returns.
• Solid working knowledge of Xero, FreeAgent and other accounting software.
• Well-organised approach with the ability to meet deadlines.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Company pension.
• Private medical benefits.
• Private dental insurance.
• Health and wellbeing programme.
• Long-term sickness cover.
• Paid overtime where applicable.
• Referral scheme.
• Flexible working hours.
• Professional subscription support.
• Flexible annual leave entitlement.
• Duvet days.
• Employee discount scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Clear opportunities for career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Ongoing professional development.

If you are an experienced practice accountant looking for a varied client-facing role with genuine career prospects, this is an excellent opportunity.

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