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Senior Recruitment Consultant @ Public Practice Recruitment Ltd | Expert in Accountancy Recruitment
Client Manager
Opportunities like this don’t come around often…
We’re working with a well-established and highly respected accountancy firm based in Kettering, seeking to appoint an experienced Client Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a pivotal role where client relationships, team leadership, and commercial awareness are key.
The successful candidate will join a collaborative firm that offers tailored services across accounts and tax, with particular strength in rural, agricultural, and property sectors. You’ll manage a diverse portfolio, take ownership of key client relationships, and play an important role in the development of the team.
This position would suit an ACA, ACCA, or CTA qualified individual (or someone qualified by experience) with a strong background in practice and a passion for helping clients thrive.
Role Responsibilities
* Manage a portfolio of clients, providing a high level of service across accounts and tax
* Develop strong working relationships and become the go-to contact for day-to-day client queries
* Oversee the preparation and review of accounts and tax returns for both incorporated and unincorporated entities
* Provide oversight, guidance, and development for junior members of the team
* Identify tax planning opportunities and contribute to advisory assignments across VAT, NIC, and business structuring
* Support the partners with specialist projects and strategic advisory work
* Plan and delegate work effectively across the team to meet deadlines and budgets
* Monitor progress against key dates for accounts and tax submissions
* Take an active role in WIP management, billing, and client profitability
About the Firm
The firm prides itself on offering a supportive and collaborative working environment, where professionals are encouraged to grow and develop their careers. With a commitment to continuous improvement, training, and internal progression, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to take on a client-facing leadership role within a dynamic and growing team.
Candidate Requirements
Qualifications & Experience:
* ACA, ACCA, or CTA qualified, or qualified by experience
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a practice environment, with solid knowledge of both accounting and tax
* Managerial experience and/or exposure to rural or property sector clients is advantageous
Skills & Attributes:
* Technically strong in accounts preparation and tax compliance
* Excellent client relationship skills with the confidence to offer tailored advice
* A proactive, commercial thinker with an eye for identifying opportunities
* Effective team leader who enjoys developing people and supporting growth
* Organised, detail-focused, and able to handle multiple deadlines simultaneously
* Clear communicator, analytical thinker, and approachable colleague
Employee Benefits
* Permanent, full-time role
* Generous annual leave
* Contributory pension scheme
* Positive and supportive company culture
* Defined path to progression
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About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd
Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.
Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new auditor jobs and accountancy jobs in Kettering and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.
Call us for a confidential chat on 0333 577 7787 or upload your CV here.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Accounting/Auditing
* Industries
Accounting and Financial Services
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