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Client Accountant
Contract Type
Permanent
Published By
Black Bear Recruitment
Type of Job
Full Time
Published Date
Our client takes pride in their 15 years of expertise in delivering exceptional online accountancy support to contractors and small companies. As a Client Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining our client’s high standard of service to their valued clients. Supported by a team of professionals, including a Team Leader, Assistant Accountants, and other support team members, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients and ensuring their accounting needs are met.
About the job
Responsibilities:
Cultivate strong relationships with clients through effective communication via phone calls and emails, ensuring their satisfaction with our client’s services.
Demonstrate a commitment to delivering excellent customer service at all times.
Display meticulous attention to detail and a comprehensive understanding of accountancy principles.
Collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients, confidently addressing challenges and identifying opportunities for improvement.
Exhibit self-motivation and a strong work ethic to achieve your goals.
Manage a portfolio of up to 180-200 clients, ensuring their accounting needs are met with utmost professionalism.
Provide timely and professional communication with clients, demonstrating exceptional customer service skills.
Offer comprehensive training and support to clients in navigating and utilising our client’s intuitive bookkeeping portal.
Deliver tax planning advice and ad hoc assistance as required.
Conduct thorough reviews of accounts and seek client approval before finalising and transmitting reports.
Prepare self-assessment tax returns and present them to clients for approval.
Requirements
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling you to build strong relationships with colleagues and clients.
Dedication to delivering outstanding customer service, ensuring client satisfaction.
Meticulous attention to detail and a solid grasp of accountancy principles.
Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, effectively communicating challenges and opportunities to clients and colleagues.
Self-motivated with a determined work ethic to achieve set goals.
Ambitious and driven, with a focus on career development.
Proficiency in computer literacy and IT skills.
Strong technical ability and experience in managing limited companies.
Effective workload management and a methodical approach to tasks.
Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to personal development and continuous learning.
Desirable Skills:
Previous experience in managing a portfolio of clients.
Knowledge of effective tax planning strategies.
Benefits
Enjoy a casual dress code, promoting a comfortable and relaxed work environment.
Eliminate the need for time sheets, allowing you to focus on delivering quality work.
Join a forward-thinking and modern business that embraces innovation.
Benefit from clients utilising our client’s user-friendly online bookkeeping portal, streamlining your workflow.
Experience a friendly and collaborative open-plan environment that encourages professional growth and discourages pigeonholing.
No involvement in audit work.
Access to training opportunities to enhance your professional skills.
Hybrid/Flexitime options available after probation.
Address
Leeds, UK