Assistant Client Manager

Edinburgh

Post Date, 21/08/2024

Salary: 42000-52000 per annum

Permanent

Assistant Client Manager

Are you a naturally gifted at building enhanced, long-standing relationships?

Would you love to work for a highly regarded accountancy practice that recognises and rewards hard work?

Can you manage your own client portfolio, review financial statements, and ensure compliance across the board?

If so, keep reading!

We're looking for an energetic and ambitious Assistant Client Manager in Edinburgh to join a progressive practice that offers accountancy support to businesses across the Scotland.

The right candidate will have a proven track record of supporting clients within practice. You'll be a strong communicator, proactive problem solver, and hands-on team player.

As someone with a keen eye for detail, you'll also be...

Highly organised and professional, with the ability to meet budgets and deadlines
A real team player who can work collaboratively with Partners and the wider team
Technically competent across corporate tax advisory and compliance work

And the best part?

You'll secure a market-beating salary, impressive perks and a seat at the table within a firm that empowers its people to grow.

Want to hear about the rest of the benefits?

Job Purpose

Support a portfolio of clients, maintaining excellent rapport as their go-to advisor
Review draft budgets, maximising fee income for the firm
Build strong rapport with clients, handling queries quickly and effectively
Work closely with Partners to support the commercial aspects of portfolio management
Review drafted corporate tax computations
Review drafted financial statements
Support the provision of advisory work
Monitor work in progress for your portfolio, escalating any potential problems to Partners
Monitor budgets and team performance, ensuring deadlines and expectations are met
Oversee Companies House filings, ensuring timely and accurate completions
Mentor junior staff through providing constructive feedback, reviewing accounts and delegating work
Support the firm to continue on its trajectory of growth with regular networking and contributing innovative ideas for expansion
Set an example as a friendly, hands-on and approachable Assistant Manager

About the Employer

Available with an award-winning, multi-office firm with a bustling branch in Edinburgh, this Assistant Client Manager job is an incredible opportunity to join a talented team.

Supporting a significant portfolio of clients across Scotland, this reputable firm adopts a client-centric approach to service delivery.

Following recent growth, this thriving practice is now looking for a hands-on, career-driven professional who can support the firm's upward trajectory.

Employee Benefits

£42,000 - £52,000 per annum
Full-time, permanent role
Flexible / hybrid working
Generous pension scheme
33 days' annual leave, including bank holidays
Paid CSR time
Dress for your diary policy
Car lease scheme
Employee referral scheme
Death in service
Professional development
Modern office
Supportive working environment
Inclusive company values
Plus more

Job Requirements

ACCA / ACA qualified or part-qualified
Qualified by experience also considered
A proven track record of managing a client portfolio within practice
Experience [producing year-end financial statements and management accounts
Previous supervisory experience with good people management skills
Strong communication skills, written and verbally
A high level of IT proficiency, with the ability to use MS Office, Xero, QuickBooks and Sage
A proactive approach to problem solving and a keen eye for detail
Strong commercial acumen and an enthusiasm to support business growth
Friendly and professional demeanour, able to inspire a team
Self-motivated, highly organised and able to work autonomously to meet deadlines
Able to work closely with Partners and aid business development

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 tax and auditor jobs and accountancy jobs in Edinburgh and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.