Client Manager

Client Manager – Accounts & Tax

Job Reference: . Salary: £45K - £50K (depending on experience). Permanent position based in East Northamptonshire.

An established independent firm is looking to appoint an experienced Client Manager to join their team as part of a planned succession. The role is not training heavy; it is looking for someone who is already operating confidently in a client‑facing position and is comfortable taking ownership.

The successful candidate will work closely with the existing Accounts Manager and will gradually step into that position ahead of retirement.

Qualified or Part‑Qualified (ACA / ACCA).

This is a genuinely hands‑on position combining technical delivery with client management and team oversight.

• Preparation of year‑end accounts (limited companies, partnerships and sole traders)
• Corporate tax computations and CT600s
• Management accounts production
• Overseeing bookkeeping and VAT returns (monthly and quarterly)
• Preparation of straightforward Self Assessment returns
• Acting as main point of contact for clients
• Onboarding clients onto new software systems and providing training
• Reviewing work prepared by junior team members
• Mentoring and supporting developing staff

The firm would welcome someone with audit experience, but this is not essential. There may be scope to gain exposure in audit if desired.

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or strong part‑qualified close to completion)
• Currently working in a client‑facing role within practice
• Comfortable reviewing work and providing guidance to juniors
• A practical “all‑rounder” across accounts and tax
• Ideally living within a reasonable commuting distance

• Office‑based role (minimal client travel)
• Informal flexibility – some staff work from home one day per week
• Private medical cover
• Mobile phone
• Auto‑enrolment pension (salary sacrifice available)
• Standard holiday (increasing with service)
• TOIL system – flexible, but sensible
• Free parking nearby

Salary will depend on experience and current level of responsibility.

This is a succession‑led hire within a stable independent practice offering long‑term security and genuine continuity.