Client Manager

My client, a growing and ambitious accountancy practice, is looking to appoint an experienced Client Manager to join their team and take responsibility for managing a diverse portfolio of clients, providing a high level of service and delivering commercial accountancy and tax advice.

Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice professional who enjoys building strong client relationships, managing a portfolio and supporting the continued growth of a successful firm.

The Role

• Managing a portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients, acting as a trusted advisor
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships and providing proactive advice
• Preparing and reviewing accounts, tax returns and other compliance work
• Providing corporate and personal tax advisory support where required
• Identifying opportunities to add value and support clients with their business goals
• Managing client deadlines, workflow, WIP, recoverability and billing
• Reviewing work prepared by junior members of the team and providing guidance where required
• Supporting the development and mentoring of junior staff
• Working collaboratively with partners and senior managers to deliver an excellent client experience
• Utilising technology and improving processes to enhance efficiency and service delivery

The Ideal Candidate

• ACCA and/or CTA qualified (or qualified by experience)
• 5+ years’ experience within a UK accountancy practice environment
• Strong experience managing a portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients
• Good knowledge of accounts preparation and corporate/personal tax compliance
• Experience providing advisory support and adding commercial value to clients
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage workloads, deadlines and client expectations effectively
• A commercially minded individual with the ambition to progress within a growing firm

Benefits Include

• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Annual bonus scheme
• Private healthcare / BUPA Cash Plan
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Death in service cover
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (with option to buy/salary sacrifice additional days)
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Professional subscriptions
• Genuine progression opportunities within a growing firm

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful