Introduction

Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting our client, a highly prominent top 50 firm of accountants based from their exceptional offices in the heart of Chester.

They are eager to recruit an experienced Senior Client Manager to be a key member of the Accounts Team.

You will be the first point of contact for the client and will be responsible for managing the completion of accounts assignments. You will be acting for Limited Companies and Sole Traders, operating in a wide range of business sectors. You will use a variety of cloud software including Xero amongst others.

Our client recognises that you and the rest of their team are essential to deliver on their purpose of "helping you prosper" whether you are a client, member of their team or part of the wider community. They want you to be challenged, have fun in the work place, work with like-minded individuals and deliver a great service.

Benefits including but not limited to:

  • Salary commensurate with experience
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Pension arrangements using a scheme of your choice
  • Professional subscriptions (AAT/ ICAEW / ACCA / CTA) paid
  • Annual parking permit
  • Client referral bonus for new clients introduced

Role Responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Preparation and completion of Limited company accounts and tax computations using Xero and other accountancy software to complete key tasks
  • Supporting junior colleagues with queries, setting assignments and reviewing their work
  • Preparation of management accounts
  • Reviewing VAT returns prepared by junior colleagues
  • Dealing with ad hoc queries raised by clients
  • Being the point of contact for your portfolio of clients whilst working on their accounts
  • Keeping the senior management team informed of any issues that arise with the client
  • Raising any potential time overruns as they are identified, with suggestions to mitigate the issues
  • Responsibility for clearing review points and addressing any follow up queries until the date the accounts are signed
  • Maintain and develop technical ability by attending webinars and keeping abreast of technical development.

Person Specification:

  • All applicants must have substantial accounting experience in practice, ideally gained in a UK professional firm, to include preparation of statutory and management accounts, VAT and bookkeeping (using Xero and Sage)
  • A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA / ACCA)
  • A strong team player who has the ability to work under minimal supervision, and work closely with the management team to drive projects forward
  • Be approachable to members of the accounts team
  • Clearly explain technical points to the accounts team
  • Must have a good amount of Limited company accounts experience
  • Ideally a proficient user of CCH Accounts Production, Sage and Xero


You will be working a 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday). Standard office hours are 9am to 5.30pm, with flexibility of hours to meet specific work demands and client office hours. The role is essentially office-based but our client does offer flexibility for occasional working from home as the need may arise.

This role is based in their office in Chester, however, you may be required to spend time working at client premises.

Please APPLY NOW if your experience, qualifications, and skill set reflect the requirements as set out above.

This role is advertised by Butler Rose (AGY)

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£45,000 - £60,000
Per annum
GBP45000.00 - GBP60000.00 per annum + yes

Chester

Permanent

Added 27/02/2025

Senior Client Manager

Chester
Permanent

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