Client Manager
Are you an experienced practice professional ready to take full ownership of a client portfolio?
Do you enjoy building long-term client relationships while leading a team and delivering high-quality advisory-led services?
This is an excellent opportunity for a Client Manager to join a growing accountancy practice in Wetherby. You’ll manage a varied portfolio of owner‑managed businesses and SMEs, act as a trusted adviser to clients and play a key role in the development of the wider team.
The Role
As Client Manager, you’ll take responsibility for the delivery, quality and growth of your own client portfolio.
Key responsibilities include:
* Managing a portfolio of limited companies, partnerships and sole traders
* Acting as the main point of contact for clients, providing proactive and commercially focused advice
* Reviewing statutory accounts, management accounts and tax returns
* Overseeing corporation tax and personal tax compliance
* Managing deadlines, workflow and client expectations across your portfolio
* Leading and mentoring junior and senior team members
* Reviewing work and providing technical guidance and feedback
* Supporting business development through client referrals and cross‑selling services
* Assisting with onboarding new clients and improving internal processes
* Working closely with senior leadership on advisory projects where appropriate
This role offers genuine autonomy, client ownership and progression potential.
About You
You’ll be a confident, client‑focused professional with strong practice experience.
* Be ACA or ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience)
* Have experience managing a client portfolio within a UK accountancy practice
* Possess strong technical knowledge across accounts and tax
* Be confident reviewing work and supporting team development
* Have excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
* Be commercially aware and proactive in identifying opportunities to add value
* Be organised, reliable and comfortable managing multiple deadlines
* Demonstrate a genuine desire to progress and succeed at Manager level and beyond
The Firm
You’ll be joining a modern and growing accountancy practice that:
* Works with a broad client base including owner‑managed businesses and SMEs
* Values long‑term relationships, quality and consistency
* Offers a collaborative, approachable and professional working culture
* Invests in training, development and career progression
* Supports hybrid and flexible working arrangements
This is a firm where Client Managers are trusted to lead and make an impact.
What’s on Offer?
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Hybrid and flexible working options
* Ongoing CPD and professional development
* Exposure to advisory work and strategic client relationships
* Supportive team environment with approachable leadership
* Clear progression pathway to Senior Manager level
The Opportunity
If you’re a Client Manager looking for a Wetherby‑based role offering autonomy, progression and a strong client focus, this is an excellent next step in your career.
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