Client Manager

Client Assistant Manager / Manager

Location: London, West (Hybrid available)

Salary: £55,000-£70,000 DOE

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Our client is a well-established and growing accountancy practice providing a comprehensive range of accounting, tax, advisory and business support services to a diverse portfolio of SME, owner-managed business and corporate clients.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Client Assistant Manager / Manager to join their team and play a key role in managing client relationships, reviewing work, and supporting the development of junior staff.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, overseeing the preparation of accounts, reviewing work completed by junior team members, and ensuring the delivery of a high-quality service to clients.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious practice professional looking to progress into a managerial role within a supportive and forward-thinking firm.

• Manage a portfolio of clients across a range of industries and sectors.
• Review statutory accounts prepared by junior and semi-senior staff.
• Prepare and review year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders.
• Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and relevant legislation.
• Review corporation tax returns and related computations.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, providing proactive advice and support.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Assist Partners and Directors with client management and business development activities.
• Manage workflow, deadlines and resource allocation within the accounts team.
• Mentor, support and develop junior members of staff.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiencies and add value to client services.
• Support clients with management accounts, budgeting and ad-hoc advisory projects where required.

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience with significant practice experience).
• Previous experience working within a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and financial reporting.
• Experience reviewing work completed by junior staff.
• Proven ability to manage multiple client relationships.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Proficient with cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, Quick Books and Sage.

• Experience managing a client portfolio.
• Exposure to advisory and business consulting work.
• Previous supervisory or managerial experience.
• Experience working with a varied SME client base.

• Competitive salary package.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Exposure to a varied and interesting client portfolio.
• Professional development and ongoing training.
• Pension scheme.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Regular social and team events.

You will be an experienced practice accountant who enjoys building client relationships, reviewing technical work and supporting team development. You will be commercially minded, client-focused and looking to take the next step in your career within a growing and reputable accountancy practice.