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PKF-Francis Clark Chartered accountants & business advisers

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level

AI generated summary

  • You need ACA/ACCA (or equivalent), client management experience, strong technical skills in accounts/tax, team supervision, and excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • You will monitor budgets, review documentation, provide tax and accounting advice, resolve issues, ensure quality standards, maintain client relationships, discuss findings with Partners, and identify service opportunities.

Requirements

  • - ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent) or qualified by experience, with significant relevant experience in a similar role
  • - Experience of managing a portfolio of clients and assisting partners in maintaining client relationships
  • - Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and tax compliance
  • - Proven background supervising a team of accounts staff
  • - Organised, accurate, flexible and able to plan use of time efficiently
  • - Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with both clients, team members and colleagues, with the aptitude to quickly build rapport
  • - Excellent written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Monitoring performance in terms of budgets, time and expenses; reviewing working papers for accuracy and completeness; and delivering quality accounts and tax compliance services with minimal Partner input
  • Providing routine tax, accounting and general commercial advice to clients
  • Resolving accounting and tax problems as they arise
  • Ensuring that working papers, financial statements, tax returns and client files are prepared in accordance with the firm’s accepted standards
  • Continue the development of long-term professional relationships by communicating progress, problems, resolutions, financial information, tax activity and other business concerns to the client
  • Review with the engagement Partner significant findings that raise questions involving tax implications and possible tax planning opportunities
  • Identifying opportunities to sell additional services to existing clients

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Senior Manager position?

The ideal candidate should be ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) or qualified by experience, with significant relevant experience in a similar role.

What are the key responsibilities of the Senior Manager?

The key responsibilities include monitoring performance regarding budgets, providing tax and accounting advice, resolving tax problems, ensuring compliance with standards, developing client relationships, and identifying opportunities for additional services.

What type of work environment can I expect at PKF Francis Clark?

You can expect a collaborative work environment with a supportive and flexible culture, allowing you to develop your career while being part of a forward-thinking team.

Is there opportunity for professional growth in this role?

Yes, there are ample opportunities for professional growth through dedicated learning and development programs provided by the firm.

What benefits do employees receive?

Employees receive various benefits, including financial benefits (like a pension and life assurance), health & wellbeing benefits (such as extra holiday options and virtual GP services), and other benefits (including discounts and volunteering opportunities).

How does PKF Francis Clark support work-life balance?

The firm supports work-life balance through flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing programs, and the option to purchase additional holiday days.

What team dynamics can I expect in this role?

As a Senior Manager, you will mentor and supervise a team of accounts staff, fostering collaborative dynamics within the team and with clients.

Can I expect client interaction as a Senior Manager?

Yes, significant client interaction is expected, including communication about progress, problems, financial information, and tax activity.

Does PKF Francis Clark have a focus on diversity and inclusion?

Yes, PKF Francis Clark is committed to creating a culture where everyone can be themselves and has been recognized as a Great Place to Work, highlighting its focus on inclusive practices.

Are there recognition programs for employees at PKF Francis Clark?

Yes, the firm provides gifts for career and family milestones, and supports employees with a volunteering day per year to contribute to local organizations.

PKF-Francis Clark Chartered accountants & business advisers

Accounting
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1919
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

PKF Francis Clark is a firm of chartered accountants and business advisers based in the South West. Established in 1919, the firm has grown to over 900 staff and 57 partners across nine offices (Bristol, Exeter, Plymouth, Poole, Salisbury, Southampton, Taunton, Torquay and Truro). We are passionate about the client being central to everything that we do and are constantly trying to exceed their expectations. Our vision is shared ambition – we take time to understand a client’s business and will work with them to achieve their goals, making sure that we provide the right specialist advice for their individual needs. We are renowned for our range of expertise across multiple specialisms and sectors. Our clients have one point of contact but enjoy the peace of mind that should they need advice on a specific specialist area, we have the expertise in-house to be able to help quickly and efficiently. We offer a supportive and flexible culture, taking your career seriously to enable you to be the best you can be. In September 2022, PKF Francis Clark was certified as a Great Place to Work. In February 2023 we were ranked as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Wellbeing (40th out of 79 among large organisations). We work hard to ensure that ours is a culture where our people can be themselves, develop and be part of a forward-thinking team that makes brilliant things happen. We are a member of PKF UKI, which is ranked 11th in Accountancy Age's 2022 ranking of the UK's largest accountancy firms. Membership of the PKF Global network, covering 150 countries, allows us to better support our clients both here in the UK and around the world, especially those with international and cross border interests.