Accounts Manager - Watford, United Kingdom - McGinnis Loy Associates Ltd

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Client Finance Manager / Client Accounts Manager - SUPERB ROLE


McGinnis Loy Associates is proud to be working with a highly respected Top40 Accounting Firm who are looking to recruit a Client Accounts Manager to join their growing Business Services team in Watford.

Managing a portfolio of small and medium-sized businesses,this is a fantastic opportunity to use your experience and skills towards achieving promotion in the future, and key duties include:


  • Managing and developing a portfolio of clients including budgeting and billing, and attending a number of prospect meetings
  • Providing advice to clients on various matters from changes in accounting/payroll legislation to systemsrelated projects
  • Managing statutory accounts preparation assignments, and finalising accounts with Partners
  • Preparation of Corporate Tax Returns in conjunction with accounts for FRS 105 clients.
  • Finalising accounts under the overall control of the Senior Manager and Partners.
  • Assisting with business development activities to attract new clients
  • Liaising with other managers to ensure all client work is completed accurately, within budget and on time
  • Dealing with client questions, concerns and monitoring profitability of each assignment
  • Managing a team of junior staff to deliver Accountancy services to clients
  • Working with Xero and QuickBooks Online, advising cloudbased clients as required
  • Agreeing fees for Account/Tax/Value Added Work (e.g. HMRC enquiries) with clients and arranging collection of fees
  • Implementing Client Relationship Strategies and client referral Strategies


To be considered for the role you should be seeking a firm where wider responsibilities, personal ownership and a broader client base will be made available to you, and knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel and computerised accounting packages (eg Quickbooks andXero Online) would be a distinct advantage.

With experience in client portfolio management, preparing full accounts, tax computations etc you should be able to meet client and HMRC deadlines, work within a fast-paced environment and manage a close-knit team.

You should ideally be a Qualified ACA or ACCA Accountant.

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