Client Manager

Your new company This is not your typical accountancy practice role. Founded by experienced leaders from leading accountancy firms, this forward-thinking business has built a reputation for helping ambitious SMEs access high-quality finance support without the overhead of a full-time finance team. Working with a diverse portfolio of clients, you'll gain exposure to a wide range of businesses, industries and commercial challenges.

The environment is modern, technology-driven and focused on delivering practical solutions that genuinely add value. With a strong focus on flexibility, work-life balance and employee wellbeing, this is an opportunity to join a business that is challenging traditional ways of working within the profession. Your new role As a Management Accountant, you'll become a trusted adviser to a portfolio of growing businesses.

You'll take ownership of monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasting, budgeting and performance reporting, helping business owners make informed commercial decisions. Alongside the technical accounting work, you'll play a key role in client meetings, providing insight and recommendations that support growth and profitability. Key responsibilities will include:
Production of monthly management accounts Cash flow forecasting and budgeting KPI reporting and performance analysis Working closely with business owners and senior stakeholders Supporting strategic decision-making with commercial insight Advising clients on process improvements and financial controls Managing multiple client relationships within a varied portfolio What you'll need to succeed ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience Previous experience within accountancy practice, outsourcing or a commercial finance role Strong management accounting and reporting skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities A commercially minded approach and desire to work closely with clients Experience using cloud accounting software would be advantageous What you'll get in return Flexible 30-hour working week Hybrid working following probation No timesheets Exposure to a varied portfolio of growing businesses Direct access to senior decision-makers and business owners Modern, technology-led environment Genuine work-life balance Clear opportunity to develop your career within a growing business What you need to do now If you're interested in this opportunity, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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