Job Description
Lighthouse Executive are delighted to be partnering with this forward thinking, Accountancy practise located in Essex to hire a newly created position, a Client Account Manager. This role requires strong technical accounting knowledge and skills, working with multiple client accounts and providing senior expertise within the team.
The company is on a growth trajectory and this role offers the chance to play a pivotal role in their success as a business.
Responsibilities include:
* Overseeing a diverse portfolio of clients from various sectors.
* Compiling and evaluating financial statements and tax returns.
* Collaborating with internal team members to manage bookkeeping, VAT, and payroll services.
* Cultivating and sustaining strong client relationships, offering guidance and support.
* Assessing client requirements and providing value-added services and recommendations.
* Ensuring adherence to relevant accounting standards and deadlines.
* Communicating with HMRC and other external organisations on behalf of clients.
* Mentoring junior staff and reviewing their work as needed.
Skills, experience and qualifications required include:
* Experience operating in a senior accounting role in an accountancy practice.
* Fully qualified ACCA or ACA.
* Proven experience in client account management or a similar role is preferred.
* Strong technical knowledge in general practice accountancy.
* Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
* A proactive attitude and attention to detail.
* Ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
* Experience using accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)
Benefits include:
* Salary circa £40,000 depending on experience.
* 20 days holiday (25 once qualified)
* Hybrid/flexible working
* Opportunity to manage multiple clients
* Exposure to technical and complex client accounts
* Great career development opportunities
* Working with a friendly, supportive and professional team
This is a great opportunity to join the firm during an exciting time of growth and transformation where you can be part of the senior accoutancy team and play a key role in the ongoing success of the business.