Client Manager

TN United Kingdom; Barking; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Our client is a highly successful accounting practice based near Romford, East London (10 mins from Stratford) with a continually growing team. Our client base is hugely varied and includes clients in sectors from tech start-ups, property investment companies, wholesalers, retailers, consultants, large group companies, and non-listed PLCs.

Job role:

• Manage a client portfolio of limited company clients allocated based on the experience of the candidate.
• Allocation of client assignments and team members on the work planner.
• Review and feedback of accounts and supporting file.
• Be part of a management team responsible for the efficiencies and mentoring of the accounts department.
• Budgeting and WIP management of client portfolio.
• Weekly meetings and reporting with Directors.
• Ensure technically up to date with the latest accounting and tax aspects.
• Taking on small short-term internal projects as they arise.

Salary/Benefits:

• Very competitive salary.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Additional 3 duvet days a year.
• 4pm office finish on Fridays.
• Regular team events.
• Table tennis in the office.

Requirements:

• Good knowledge of bookkeeping packages including Sage, Xero, and Receipt Bank.
• Excellent knowledge of Excel and data analysis techniques.
• Good level of knowledge of VAT, rules, and schemes.
• A good level of personal tax knowledge would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of IRIS accounts suite would be advantageous.
• Some previous audit exposure would be advantageous.
• Superb written and spoken English.
• Must be highly enthusiastic and self-motivated.
• Can work as part of a team or independently.