Account Manager

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading worldwide provider of international charity formations and management services. The company ensures that its client organisations are fully compliant with all regulations and operate as effectively as possible in whichever territory they are established.

It looks after more than 150 charities around the world and over 100 organisations have joined its foundations.

The company is looking for a US Account Manager who will ensure the long-term success of its American non-profit clients. As an Account Manager you will be the main point of contact for a portfolio of assigned clients; providing them with support and advice on governance and compliance matters; referring to specialist advisory teams where needed; pro-actively assessing needs and growth areas; liaising between clients and colleagues and ensuring the timely and successful delivery of services, all whilst maintaining an exceptionally high level of client service and relationship management.

This is a very niche business and so the candidate is not expected to have prior experience in this role or sector. An ideal candidate would be a professional who can learn quickly. Most of the training will be on the job and they need a candidate who is able to work quickly, efficiently and independently with minimal management.

Key Responsibilities:
- Main point of contact for clients
- Review for legal compliance and comment on organising documents, e. articles of association and by-laws
- May need to attend board meetings/take minutes or review minutes for legal compliance
- Review and advise clients on fundraising material
- Work with accountants to prepare charity tax returns
- Coordinate with accountants and assist clients with the preparation of annual accounts and audit
- Scope to get involved in developing the business/bringing in new clients/career progression

Skills Required:
- Experience of Account Management is essential
- Strong communication and written skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise client and business needs and demands
- Team player
- Experience working in a corporate environment and/or from a graduate background
- Quick learner, independent worker, efficient
- Experience of working with a fundraising or non-profit organisation desirable
- Knowledge of the USA legal and reporting system desirable, but not essential

Role benefits: pension, bonus scheme, training and skill development, and free parking.

Based in Lingfield, the office is easily accessible from Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Croydon, Redhill, Horsham, Haywards Heath, Uckfield and East Grinstead.

Permanent position - Full Time or Part Time (pro rata)