Senior Client Manager - Accounts & Tax

Newton Abbot, Devon Competitive Salary Full-Time Permanent

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing accountancy practice in Newton Abbot for an experienced Senior Account Manager / Senior Accountant.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant looking to take the next step in their career. You'll manage a diverse client portfolio, lead and develop a team, and play a key role in the continued growth of the practice, with a clear pathway towards future partnership.

• Competitive salary.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Clear pathway towards future partnership.
• Genuine leadership responsibility and autonomy.
• Diverse client portfolio across multiple sectors.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression.
• Opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of an established accountancy practice.

• Manage a diverse portfolio of sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Review accounts, tax returns, VAT returns and client files, ensuring accuracy and timely Partner sign-off.
• Provide advice on income tax, corporate tax, capital gains tax and wider accountancy matters.
• Build strong client relationships and act as a trusted business advisor.
• Lead client meetings independently or alongside the Partner.
• Oversee billing, budgeting, fee reviews and commercial performance.
• Delegate workflow and support the day-to-day management of the accounts team.
• Review colleagues' work and provide coaching, mentoring and development.
• Support compliance, regulatory updates and best practice across the firm.
• Contribute to business development, networking and practice growth.
• Provide leadership and cover for the Partner when required.

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Minimum 5 years' post-qualified experience within an accountancy practice.
• Strong experience in accounts preparation, financial reporting and corporate tax.
• Experience managing clients including sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Good knowledge of Sage, QuickBooks, Xero and CCH or similar software.
• Strong understanding of UK accounting standards and tax legislation.
• Proven leadership and people management experience.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commercially minded with strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple client deadlines within a busy practice.

If you're an experienced Senior Accountant, Senior Account Manager, Client Manager, ACA Accountant or ACCA Accountant looking for your next career opportunity in Newton Abbot, apply today with your up-to-date CV or contact Acorn by Synergie for more information.

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