Client Manager

Fantastic opportunity for a Senior Accountant/Client Manager to take the next step in their career and join a modern and growing firm of Chartered Accountants based in Hull, as a Senior Corporate Portfolio Manager.

About the role:

• To proactively manage a small team in the mid to large corporate sector of the business
• Manage an existing portfolio of clients and develop new business in this sector, utilising effective client management and networking opportunities to promote the firm in the local business community.
• Be the face of the business at networking events within Hull and surrounding areas.
• Seek referrals from businesses and connections in the Hull area with whom the business already has a relationship.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Promote efficiencies and best practice to the Client Services Director and Senior Management Team.
• Develop a network of contacts to attract new clients.

About you:

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Detailed knowledge of current accounting standards, legislation and business tax rules and regulations
• Minimum of twelve months post qualification experience managing a team and client portfolio
• Comfortable to represent the business and attend seminars, conferences, and events where appropriate.
• Confident self-starter who thrives on business development and achieving results
• Commercially astute with margin achievement at the forefront of all pricing negotiations
• Relevant examples of new business gains and referrals from existing clients
• Strong networking experience and skills, comfortable in promoting and presenting the business to potential clients.
• Process driven to maximise revenues.
• Excellent and proven communication skills
• Teamworking skills and a collaborative approach to work

Whats on offer:

• Opportunity to become a Partner at the firm.
• Early finish on Fridays
• Flexible working
• Birthday off work
• Salary from £50,000p/a to £60,000p/a

If you are interested or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Leah Mason at IPS Finance.

IPS Finance has 40 years' experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.