Location: Edinburgh
Working pattern: Hybrid – 2 days in the office with an early finish on Fridays

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Client Manager to join a growing and forward-thinking accountancy practice in Edinburgh.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounts professional who enjoys working closely with clients and is looking to develop their career within a modern, technology-focused practice.

You will work with a varied portfolio of clients, taking responsibility for bookkeeping, VAT and client support while helping to improve processes and introduce efficiencies across the business.

Key Responsibilities

As Client Manager, you will:

• Manage bookkeeping and prepare VAT returns for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records using cloud-based accounting software.
• Use Xero and integrated applications to deliver efficient client services.
• Carry out quality control checks on bookkeeping and VAT work.
• Review VAT coding and allocations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Develop your knowledge of VAT requirements across a range of industries.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, responding to queries promptly and professionally.
• Support the onboarding of new clients and provide assistance with Xero training where required.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, systems and efficiencies.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver a high-quality client experience.
• Manage your workload effectively and ensure deadlines are consistently met.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in bookkeeping, VAT returns and client support.
• Ideally experienced within an accountancy practice or client-focused environment.
• Confident using cloud accounting software, particularly Xero.
• Experience with FreeAgent or QuickBooks would be advantageous.
• Friendly, approachable and confident when dealing with clients.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Proactive and able to manage competing priorities.
• A strong communicator, both verbally and in writing.
• Comfortable working independently while contributing positively to a wider team.
• Interested in technology and finding more efficient ways of working.
• Keen to develop their technical knowledge and progress their career.

What’s on Offer

• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients across a range of industries.
• Opportunity to develop your skills within a modern, technology-focused accountancy practice.
• Genuine opportunity for career development and progression.

Interested?

If you are an experienced accounts professional looking for a client-facing role in Edinburgh with flexible working, study support and the opportunity to develop your career, we would be keen to hear from you.

Apply now for a confidential conversation about the role.