Client Manager - Accountancy Practice

Client Manager - Accountancy Practice
Up to £55,000 per annum + 10% bonus
Runcorn, Cheshire, with travel to local offices
Permanent

Sellick Partnership is proud to be working with a well-established accountancy practice in Runcorn that is seeking an experienced Client Manager to join their team permanently. This is an excellent opportunity for a Client Manager looking to take a senior role within a respected practice, with a salary of up to £55,000 plus a 10% bonus.

Overview of the Client Manager role:

As Client Manager you will lead on the preparation and management of accounts for a portfolio of clients, playing a key role in delivering high-quality financial reporting and tax advisory services across the practice. This Client Manager position offers significant scope to develop client relationships, support junior members of the team and make a real impact within a growing accountancy practice.

Key responsibilities of the Client Manager will include:

Acting as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of corporate clients, understanding their business objectives and nurturing long-term commercial partnerships
Overseeing corporate tax compliance, including preparing and reviewing tax computations, calculating tax provisions and filing Company Tax Returns
Preparing and reviewing statutory financial statements, consolidated accounts and management accounts
Identifying tax-saving opportunities, reliefs (such as R&D tax credits) and risk mitigation strategies to help clients legally minimise their tax burden
Managing, training and mentoring junior accounting staff and senior accountants to ensure high standards of quality and regulatory compliance
Negotiating and renewing contracts with existing and new clients, and developing account plans aligned with clients' business goals
Monitoring account budgets, expenditure and profitability and preparing account reports for clients and management
Identifying opportunities for account growth through upselling, cross-selling or expanding services
Travelling to local offices to meet with clients and attend team meetings as requiredRequired experience and qualifications of the Client Manager:

Previous experience in a similar accounts or client management role, ideally within an accountancy practice
ACA, ACCA or AAT qualified, or qualified by experience
Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, statutory accounts preparation and corporation tax
Proven experience in managing, training and reviewing the work of junior accounting staff
Excellent client relationship management skills with the ability to maintain and grow a portfolio
Commercial awareness with the ability to identify opportunities for account growth
Proficient in accountancy software such as CCH, IRIS, Xero or equivalent
Full driving licence and willingness to travel to local offices as requiredBenefits available alongside the Client Manager position include:

Salary of up to £55,000 plus 10% bonus
Permanent position offering long-term security with a well-regarded practice
Runcorn-based office with travel to local offices across the region
Senior role with real responsibility and autonomy
Opportunity to develop and mentor junior members of the accounts team
Supportive working environment with clear progression opportunitiesHow to apply for the Client Manager position:

If you believe you have the required skills and experience for this Client Manager opportunity, please apply within. Alternatively, if you would like a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Martin Richardson in the Sellick Partnership office to find out more.

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