Qualified Account/Client Manager

Job Description

TPF Recruitment is delighted to be representing a friendly, independent firm of Chartered Accountants near Forest Row. This family-oriented practice is seeking a Qualified General Practice Accountant to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values collaboration and professional development.

As a Qualified General Practice Accountant, you will work across a diverse portfolio of clients, supporting their accounts and personal tax needs. In addition to client management, you will play a key role in guiding and mentoring junior staff members.

Key Responsibilities

Client Portfolio Management : Manage a varied portfolio of clients, including sole traders, partnerships, and small to medium-sized limited companies.

Accounts Preparation : Prepare statutory accounts and financial statements in compliance with relevant regulations.

Taxation : Handle personal tax compliance, including preparing and filing self-assessment tax returns.

Advisory Services : Provide clients with tailored advice on financial matters and tax planning opportunities.

Team Support : Mentor and supervise junior team members, reviewing their work and providing constructive feedback.

Client Relationships : Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring a high level of service and identifying opportunities for additional support.

Requirements

Essential :

ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent).

Proven experience in a general practice role within an accountancy firm.

Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and personal tax.

Desirable :

Experience with cloud accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks) and tax software.

Previous experience in mentoring or supervising junior team members.

Key Attributes

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

A proactive, client-focused approach.

Strong organisational and time-management abilities.

A commitment to ongoing professional development and knowledge-sharing within the team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience ranging from £40,000 - £50,000 depending on the candidates experience.
• Opportunity to work in a family-friendly, supportive environment.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Flexible working arrangements, where appropriate.
• A chance to contribute to a growing firm that values collaboration and staff well-being.

Please contact Mark Sitton on 01273 102 360,   Mark@TPFrecruitment.com  or via  LinkedIn  for a confidential conversation.

Refer a friend...

We’re keen to remain the leading provider of the best accountancy talent in the South-East. We are continually exploring ways to expand our network and we know that great candidates like you can introduce us to other equally brilliant people. We’re looking to work with the best accountancy practice and tax staff in the South-East so if your friends, family, or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and can demonstrate relevant experience, we'd love to speak to them.

For every candidate you refer and we subsequently place into a permanent position, we will give you £200 of Love2Shop vouchers. (Terms & Conditions apply).

Requirements

ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent). Proven experience in a general practice role within an accountancy firm. Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and personal tax.

Salary : $40,000 - $50,000