- Where
- Ipswich, England, GB
- Level
- Mid
Client Accounts Manager
Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
Salary: £40,000-£60,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full-time – 37.5 hours per week
Achieve Professionals is recruiting a Client Accounts Manager to join an established accountancy practice in Ipswich.
This opportunity would suit an experienced accounts professional who enjoys managing client relationships, leading a team and providing practical business advice. You will oversee accounts preparation and delivery, helping clients understand their financial performance while supporting the development of junior colleagues.
The Role
Manage a portfolio of clients, acting as a key contact for accounts and business advisory matters.
Oversee the preparation and review of year-end accounts, including consolidated accounts where required.
Lead year-end client meetings, explaining financial results and identifying opportunities for further support.
Prepare and review financial projections, three-way cash flow forecasts and supporting assumptions.
Provide commercial insight into working capital, cash flow and business performance.
Identify matters relating to VAT, remuneration planning and group loss relief, involving specialists where appropriate.
Plan team workloads and monitor deadlines to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
Coach and develop junior colleagues through technical guidance, constructive feedback and appropriate delegation.
Monitor work in progress, billing, fee recovery and assignment profitability.
Support proposals, fee quotations and new business opportunities.
Help improve processes and introduce technology that enhances efficiency and service quality.
About You
ACA, ACCA or CA qualified, or qualified by experience.
Strong experience in accounts preparation and review within an accountancy practice.
Confident managing client relationships and explaining financial information clearly.
Experience supervising colleagues, reviewing work and coordinating competing deadlines.
Sound technical knowledge, with the ability to translate accounts into practical commercial advice.
A proactive approach to problem-solving, team development and service improvement.
Apply
To find out more or apply, contact Achieve Professionals for a confidential discussion.