Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant / Client Manager

Location: Dudley
Salary: £38k - £50k Dep on experience
Job Type: Full-time
Career Level: Senior / Management

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Accountant / Client Manager

We are looking for an experienced and ambitious Senior Accountant / Client Manager to join our clients' growing practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant who is confident managing a varied portfolio of clients, enjoys working directly with business owners, and is ready to take on greater responsibility within a progressive accountancy practice.

The successful candidate will be a technically strong accountant, a confident communicator and a natural leader who is comfortable managing both clients and staff. You will play an important role in the continued growth of the practice, with excellent career prospects and the opportunity for rapid progression.

The Role

You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients and overseeing the delivery of a wide range of accounting and taxation services, including:

• Preparation and review of accounts for sole traders, partnerships, limited companies, charities and not-for-profit organisations
• Preparation and oversight of management accounts
• Overseeing bookkeeping and ensuring work is completed accurately and efficiently
• Preparation and review of statutory accounts and ensuring compliance with relevant disclosure requirements
• Managing and, where appropriate, running company audits
• Advising clients across a broad range of taxation matters, including:
  • Corporation Tax
  • Income Tax
  • Capital Gains Tax
  • VAT
  • CIS
  • PAYE
• Tax planning for individuals and businesses
• Dealing directly with HMRC, including handling enquiries and correspondence
• Using accounts production and tax software effectively
• Reviewing work completed by junior members of the team and providing guidance and support

Team Leadership & Development

As a senior member of the practice, you will also have responsibility for supporting and developing the wider team.

This will include:

Managing and motivating a team

Timetabling work and assisting with budgeting and resource planning

Reviewing junior-level work

Mentoring, coaching and training team members

Taking ownership of tasks and projects through to completion

Working closely with the Office Manager and Practice Manager to ensure the smooth running of the practice

Client Management

A key part of the role will be building and maintaining strong relationships with clients.

You will be responsible for:

Managing your own portfolio of clients

Acting as a key point of contact and trusted adviser

Communicating directly with clients by telephone, email and in person

Attending and leading face-to-face client meetings

Understanding clients' businesses and identifying opportunities to add value

Taking ownership of client issues and ensuring they are resolved professionally and efficiently

Business Development & Networking

We are looking for someone who is commercially minded and willing to play an active role in promoting the practice.

This may include:

Maintaining an active and professional presence on LinkedIN

Building your professional network

Attending networking events and representing the practice

Identifying opportunities to develop existing client relationships and generate new business

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

Extensive experience in practice and a strong background in accounts preparation

Excellent technical knowledge across accounts and taxation

Good audit experience, ideally including running and managing company audits

Strong knowledge of statutory accounts and disclosure requirements

Experience dealing directly with HMRC and managing enquiries

Experience using accounts production and tax software

Previous experience managing, mentoring or supervising staff

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organisational and time-management abilities

A professional, approachable and commercially aware manner

A “can-do” attitude and a willingness to take responsibility

The confidence and ability to act as a natural leader

A genuine desire to build a long-term career within a growing practice

A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, AAT or equivalent) would be preferred, although relevant experience and technical ability will also be considered.

What's On Offer

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking practice where your contribution will be recognised and rewarded.

What is offered -

Excellent career prospects

Opportunity for rapid progression

A varied and interesting client portfolio

Increased responsibility and autonomy

The opportunity to develop your leadership and client management skills

A supportive and professional working environment

The opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of the practice

Ready for the next step?

If you are an experienced accountant who is looking for a role where you can take ownership, lead a team, build strong client relationships and progress your career quickly, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to discuss this exciting opportunity!