Client Manager (Accountancy)

You know the accounts. You understand the clients. Are you ready for more say in how those relationships develop? This Client Manager opportunity in Huddersfield gives you responsibility for your own portfolio, with the chance to lead conversations, explain the figures and help business owners plan their next steps. You'll stay involved in the technical work while broadening your experience in client advice and team leadership. From discussing annual accounts and tax planning to coaching colleagues, there's plenty of scope to put your knowledge into practice. As a Client Manager, you'll also have opportunities to improve how work is delivered, supported by senior colleagues when more complex questions arise. If you enjoy taking ownership and helping others develop, this could be your next move. Role Overview Manage a client portfolio, overseeing accounts, tax and reporting deadlines.Lead client meetings to discuss financial performance and tax positions.Prepare complex accounts and tax computations, and review colleagues' work.Identify tax planning opportunities, involving specialists where appropriate.Plan workloads, delegate tasks and coach colleagues and trainees.Build client relationships and identify opportunities to provide further support. The Ideal Candidate Accountancy practice experience across accounts preparation and tax.Confident explaining financial information and handling client conversations.Comfortable reviewing work, coordinating deadlines and supporting colleagues.Familiar with accounting software such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks or Iris.Commercially aware, with a practical approach to solving problems. What's on Offer GBP35,000 - GBP44,000 salary, depending on experience.Hybrid workingAnnual performance bonusAnnual recognition awards25 days holidayBirthday day offPaid professional subscriptionsIn-house leadership development programmeQuarterly colleague recognition awardsCompany pension schemeDeath in serviceCycle to Work schemeOnsite parkingCharity and community participation opportunities Register your interest by applying today or call Richard Davies or Luke Scale on (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity further, always in complete confidence. Addington Ball is a specialist finance and accounting recruitment consultancy covering the Midlands and Northern Home counties. We are a member of TEAM and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job ref - ABJ/(phone number removed)- Client Manager.