Client Manager

Client Manager

Location: East Grinstead, West Sussex
Salary: -45,000 - -60,000 + Bonus

Benefits: Excellent benefits including performance related bonus, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, employer contribution pension scheme, private medical insurance, group life insurance scheme plus full CPD support and ongoing professional development

About the Opportunity

An established and highly regarded accountancy practice is seeking an experienced and client-focused Client Manager to join its team in East Grinstead.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to take ownership of a varied client portfolio while building long-term relationships and acting as a trusted adviser.

The successful candidate will enjoy a high degree of autonomy, taking responsibility for managing client relationships and delivering a wide range of accounting and taxation services.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients and serving as their primary point of contact
• Preparing sole trader, partnership and limited company accounts
• Preparing self-assessment tax returns
• Preparing partnership tax returns
• Preparing corporation tax returns
• Reviewing client records and providing accounting and tax guidance
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Liaising with HMRC and other third parties where required
• Managing deadlines and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations
• Identifying opportunities to provide additional support and value to clients

About You

We are looking for a proactive and personable accountant who is comfortable working independently and managing client relationships from initial enquiry through to completion.

Essential Requirements

• ACA (ICAEW) or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Proven and accomplished accountancy practice experience
• Strong general practice background
• Experience preparing accounts and tax returns across a range of client types
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage a client portfolio with minimal supervision
• Professional, organised and client-focused approach
• Located within a reasonable commuting distance of East Grinstead
• Knowledge of CCH, Sage and Xero
• Experience managing a varied client portfolio

How to apply:
If you possess the drive and expertise to excel in this role, we invite you to submit your application.

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