Client Manager

Client Manager

Calling all experienced Client Managers! Did you know your skills are in high demand?

This Client Manager job in Ipswich is a rare opportunity to secure a varied role with a highly regarded firm that’s offering impressive pay, development opportunities, and a defined path to progression.

The right candidate will have a robust background in autonomously managing a varied client portfolio, overseeing junior team members, and supporting business development. You’ll be a strong communicator, proactive problem solver, and effective leader who is keen to contribute creative ideas to grow the firm. You’ll be involved in training staff and being someone that they can look up to and depend on.

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• Manage your own client portfolio, monitoring all commercial aspects of portfolio management
• Track job progress and billing targets to identify areas of improvement
• Monitor deadlines and work closely with senior team to ensure budgets and clients’ expectations are always met
• Preparation of accounts, returns, and income and corporation tax computations
• Oversee junior team members, including workflow management, reviewing work, and identifying training opportunities
• Use IT software including IRIS, Sage, Xero and QuickBooks
• Support business development by scoping new service lines for your portfolio
• Work closely across departments to ensure clients are benefiting from an all-encompassing service
• Oversee ad hoc client projects, including cashflow forecasts valuations and advice on acquisitions
• Deliver training and review processes to implement more efficient ways of service delivery
• Set an example as a hands-on and supportive Manager

This well-respected firm has a history of excellence spanning over 30 years, providing a full suite of accounting support to a varied portfolio across the UK.

Made up of experienced accountants, bookkeepers and support staff, this experienced team is looking for a driven candidate who can support clients on their business journey.

Fostering a supportive and progression-focused working environment, this team will suit a career-driven candidate who is keen to further grow with a forward-thinking firm.

• £50,000 to £70,000 pa
• Permanent, full-time role
• Flexible working options
• Enhanced contributory company pension
• Generous holiday allowance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life assurance
• Long service enhancements
• Professional development opportunities
• Positive and supportive company culture
• Plus more

• ACA or ACCA qualified with at least 3 years’ experience within practice
• Qualified by relevant experience also considered
• Adept at using accountancy software
• Solid knowledge oof FRS 102 and UK accounting standards
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with clients and staff at all levels
• Excellent reporting skills and technically competent across the Microsoft suite
• A can-do attitude and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Highly organised and able to manage own workload effectively
• Confident working alongside senior management
• Motivated and able to inspire others
• Strong commercial acumen
• Full UK driving license

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