Account Manager

Insite Public Practice Recruitment UK • Chelmsford, ENG, United Kingdom • 8h ago

Job Description

Accounts Manager / Senior Manager

Top 70 Firm, Chelmsford📍

Up to £70,000💰

Overview:

I am seeking an experienced Accounts Manager / Senior Manager with a strong background in practice to join my client's team. This role is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented professional who enjoys interacting with a diverse range of businesses, managing multiple projects, and building strong client relationships. A strong awareness of both personal and corporate tax, from a computational and advisory perspective, is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a diverse portfolio of approximately 100 clients, ensuring compliance for tax and accounting purposes.
Serve as the primary point of contact for your clients, working closely with a designated Director.
Supervise team members and manage workflow across various assignments.
Monitor and manage the financial performance of your portfolio, focusing on fee levels, recoveries, WIP, and debtor positions.
Collaborate with other departments within the firm to provide a seamless service to clients.
Review compliance work, including statutory year-end accounts, VAT returns, management accounts, and personal/company tax returns.
Provide advice and assistance to clients on queries and accounting/tax matters.
Assist Directors with ad hoc projects as required.
Proactively build and maintain a network of professional contacts.

Requirements:

ACA/ACCA qualified, with a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience.
At least 5 years of experience working in an accountancy practice.
Strong technical knowledge of both personal and corporate tax from a computational and advisory perspective.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments.
Experience in managing client portfolios, including financial performance (fees, WIP, and debtors).
Team-oriented with leadership abilities, able to supervise and mentor junior staff.

Key Relationships:

Work closely with senior management, including Directors, Associate Directors, and Senior Managers.
Manage a client portfolio of approximately 100 clients, consisting of diverse entity types and sizes.

What They Can Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Collaborative and supportive working environment.
Hybrid working options.

If you are an experienced Accounts Manager looking to take the next step in your career within a dynamic and supportive practice, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!