Client Manager - (Accounts and Audit)
Employer Location England, Oxfordshire, Witney Salary Competitive, DOE Closing date 19 Nov 2025 View more categoriesView less categories Sector Salary band,, Contract type Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job.
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Client Manager - Accountancy Practice (West Oxfordshire)Location: West Oxfordshire
Job Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Qualification: ACA/ACCA Qualified or QBE (Qualified by Experience)
About the Firm
A well-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice based in West Oxfordshire, serving a diverse portfolio of SME clients across various sectors. The firm prides itself on delivering high-quality, personalised service and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment.
Role Overview
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Client Manager to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will be either qualified (ACA/ACCA) or QBE, with a strong background in both accounts preparation and audit for SME clients. This is a client-facing role with responsibility for managing a portfolio and supporting junior team members.
Key Responsibilities
1. Manage a portfolio of SME clients across various industries.
2. Prepare and review statutory accounts, management accounts, and VAT returns.
3. Lead and oversee audit assignments from planning through to completion.
4. Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the main point of contact.
5. Provide technical support and guidance to junior staff.
6. Ensure compliance with relevant accounting and auditing standards.
7. Identify opportunities to add value to clients and support their growth.
8. Assist with onboarding new clients and supporting business development initiatives.
Requirements
9. ACA/ACCA qualified or QBE with substantial practice experience.
10. Proven experience in both audit and accounts preparation for SME clients.
11. Strong working knowledge of accounting software (, Xero, QuickBooks, Sage).
12. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
13. Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.
14. A proactive and client-focused approach.
Benefits
15. Competitive salary
16. Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options.
17. Supportive team culture with ongoing professional development.
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Company
At Hays we invest in lifelong partnerships that empower people and businesses to succeed. With over 50 years’ success under our belts and a workforce of 10,000+ people across 32 countries, we’ve evolved to put our customers at the heart of everything we do.
From CFO to Newly Qualified, we work with talented finance professionals and match them with organisations where they can achieve a lasting impact.
So much more than specialist recruiters in accounting and finance, what really sets us apart is our knowledge through scale, deep understanding and our ability to meaningfully innovate for our customers. All our consultants have strong relationships across the industry and the support of our extensive global network. That’s why organisations of all types and sizes – from international blue chips to SMEs – trust us to find the people who can help transform their business.
So, whether you want something local or international, permanent, or interim, we have the breadth of coverage and the depth of understanding to help you find it.
We have specialist recruitment teams in the following areas:
18. Corporate Governance
19. Credit Control
20. Part-Qualified Accountant
21. Payroll
22. Public Practice Accounting
23. Public Services Accounting
24. Senior Finance – Qualified
25. Support, Ledgers & Bookkeeping
26. Tax & Treasury
You can rely on us to deliver today and help you plan for tomorrow
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