Client Manager

Client Manager |High Wycombe | Accountancy Practice

“A fiduciary standard means, basically, put the interests of the client first. No excuses  Period. John

C. Bogle

Sheridan Maine is partnering with a well-established accountancy practice in High Wycombe to recruit an experienced Client Manager to join its growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified accountant with strong practice experience who enjoys building trusted client relationships and taking ownership of a varied portfolio.

As Client Manager, you will manage a portfolio of clients, providing a high-quality accounting and advisory service while acting as a key point of contact. You will work closely with clients to understand their needs, deliver accurate and timely accounts and identify opportunities to support their wider business goals.

• Managing a varied portfolio of clients, from owner-managed businesses to SMEs.
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts and management accounts.
• Preparing corporation tax and personal tax returns.
• Providing clients with practical accounting and financial advice.
• Building and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships.
• Overseeing deadlines and ensuring work is completed accurately and efficiently.
• Reviewing work prepared by junior members of the team and providing guidance where required.
• Supporting the development of junior colleagues.
• Identifying opportunities to provide additional services and add value for clients.

We are looking for someone with a minimum of 2 years' experience working within an accountancy practice, together with strong technical knowledge and excellent client relationship skills.

• Practice-based accounting experience.
• Experience managing a portfolio of clients.
• Strong knowledge of accounts and tax.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to manage your own workload and meet deadlines.
• A proactive, commercial and client-focused approach.
• AAT, ACA or ACCA qualification, or be part-qualified/studying towards a relevant qualification.

This is a great opportunity to join a professional and supportive accountancy practice where you can continue to develop your career while working closely with a diverse range of clients.

In return, you can expect a competitive salary and benefits package, together with opportunities for professional development and progression.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.