Client Manager

Client Manager Job Vacancy

We're seeking an exceptional accountant and client relationship manager in or around St Albans in Hertfordshire. With a salary of up to £55k p/a, hybrid working, generous annual leave and pension and an amazing suite of health, wellbeing and retail benefits on offer, you'll want to know more!

If you live in or around St Albans and you're an accountant that enjoys taking the autonomous lead for a varied SME client portfolio, overseeing WIP, deadlines, resourcing and maintaining excellent client relationships, this role could be something you should learn more about.

Perhaps you're a Senior Accountant looking for a step up in line with your recent career development, or perhaps you're a Client Manager that is ready for a new challenge and to work somewhere new?

This exciting opportunity is for a Client Manager to join a thriving and modern accountancy firm with an enviable reputation. This is a pivotal role in the practice and will offer an ambitious and confident accountant a really exciting role in which to develop and shine.

What are we looking for? You will be ACA, ACCA/CA qualified and you will have a significant amount of experience in all areas of general accounting compliance and advice, and you will be adept at managing the workflow of a portfolio of valued clients and ensuring deadlines are met.

You will bring out the best in people, managing teams and supporting them with their learning and personal development. And of course, you will have first-class communication skills and a real passion for the delivery of excellence - this role includes lots of scope to get involved with business development so you'll be commercially minded and excited for that challenge.

Job Purpose

• Responsible for leading and managing staff, as well as career and personal development and overseeing the allocation and flow of work within the department.
• Supporting the Directors in all aspects of client management.
• Oversee a varied client portfolio (mainly SMEs) in a wide range of industries.
• Provide ambitious standards of excellent customer service to clients by answering queries and resolving issues in a timely and efficient manner.
• Oversee the provision of general accounting and tax services.
• Quotes and estimates.
• Business development and networking.
• Work on any ad hoc projects as necessary.
• Contribute to the firm’s growth by helping to build good relationships with both prospective clients and existing clients.
• Work as part of a team that fosters a supportive and inclusive environment.

About this firm

This firm adopts a personal approach to the provision of accounting services to their loyal client portfolio. They pride themselves on being approachable and encourage their accountants to take the time to really understand the goals of each individual client.

As an employer, this firm understands the importance of work life balance and they adopt plenty of flexible working policies to make this possible.

If you're looking for a supportive employer and a great new professional challenge then this role as a Client Manager in St Albans could be perfect for you. We're anticipating an enhanced level of interest for this role so be sure to apply without delay.

Employee Benefits

• £45, 000 to £55,000 pa
• Full time, permanent role
• Company pension
• Generous annual leave
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Family friendly policies
• Professional fees paid
• Recruitment referral scheme
• Subsidised parking
• Wellbeing and health benefits
• Casual dress approach
• A supportive working environment
• Professional development opportunities

Job Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified with demonstrable experience in practice.
• Good time management and a positive, can-do attitude when working under pressure.
• Previous supervisory experience with great people management skills.
• A commercial mindset and enthusiasm to support business growth.
• Committed to delivering the highest quality service.
• A team player who is eager to support the wider team.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbally.

About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.

Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new accountancy jobs in St Albans and across the UK and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.