Accountant

Lighthouse Executive are delighted to be partnering with this forward thinking, Accountancy practise located in Essex to hire a newly created position, a Client Account Manager. This role requires strong technical accounting knowledge and skills, working with multiple client accounts and providing senior expertise within the team.

The company is on a growth trajectory and this role offers the chance to play a pivotal role in their success as a business.

Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing a diverse portfolio of clients from various sectors.
• Compiling and evaluating financial statements and tax returns.
• Collaborating with internal team members to manage bookkeeping, VAT, and payroll services.
• Cultivating and sustaining strong client relationships, offering guidance and support.
• Assessing client requirements and providing value-added services and recommendations.
• Ensuring adherence to relevant accounting standards and deadlines.
• Communicating with HMRC and other external organisations on behalf of clients.
• Mentoring junior staff and reviewing their work as needed.

Skills, experience and qualifications required include:

• Experience operating in a senior accounting role in an accountancy practice.
• Fully qualified ACCA or ACA.
• Proven experience in client account management or a similar role is preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge in general practice accountancy.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
• A proactive attitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Experience using accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)

Benefits include:

• Salary circa £40,000 depending on experience.
• 20 days holiday (25 once qualified)
• Hybrid/flexible working
• Opportunity to manage multiple clients
• Exposure to technical and complex client accounts
• Great career development opportunities
• Working with a friendly, supportive and professional team

This is a great opportunity to join the firm during an exciting time of growth and transformation where you can be part of the senior accoutancy team and play a key role in the ongoing success of the business.