Client Manager
Employer Location Dorset, Dorchester, England / Weymouth, England, Dorset / England, Dorset, Poole Salary - per annum + £45-60,000 Closing date 11 Jun 2026 View more categoriesView less categories Sector Salary band, ,,, Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job.
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Your new company
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality service to a diverse client base. The firm works closely with SMEs, owner-managed businesses and high-net-worth individuals, offering a supportive and collaborative environment alongside a modern, forward-thinking approach.
Your new role
As Client Manager, you will take ownership of a varied portfolio of clients, acting as their main point of contact and trusted adviser. You will be responsible for overseeing compliance work while adding real commercial value through proactive responsibilities include:
1. Managing a portfolio of owner-managed businesses across a range of sectors
2. Reviewing statutory accounts, corporation tax computations and VAT returns
3. Acting as the primary client contact, building strong and long-term relationships
4. Providing business advice, including budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management
5. Identifying tax planning opportunities and liaising with specialists where needed
6. Managing workflow, deadlines and WIP across your portfolio
7. Reviewing work of junior staff and supporting their development
8. Supporting partners with ad hoc advisory and project-based work
What you'll need to succeed
9. Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS102 and statutory accounts preparation
10. Experience reviewing year-end accounts, corporation tax returns and management accounts
11. Solid understanding of corporation tax and working knowledge of personal tax
12. Ability to interpret financial data and provide commercially focused advice to clients
13. Experience acting as a key client contact, managing relationships independently
14. Confidence using cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage
15. Proven ability to review and supervise work of junior team members
16. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
17. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a genuine interest in adding value to clients
What you'll get in return
18. Competitive salary depending on experience
19. Flexible and hybrid working options
20. Clear progression pathway within a growing firm
21. Varied and interesting client exposure
22. Supportive and collaborative team environment
23. Ongoing CPD and professional development