Do you want to combine technical expertise with leadership in a supportive, people-focused practice? A dynamic and growing accountancy firm in Waterlooville is seeking a Senior Client Manager (Accountant) to take responsibility for a portfolio of SME clients, while leading a small team and contributing to the continued growth of the firm.
This independent, modern-thinking practice is built on traditional values and puts relationships over numbers, offering a supportive team culture, strong client focus and genuine opportunities for progression.
What will the Senior Client Manager role involve?
Managing a portfolio of clients including Sole Traders, Partnerships, and Limited Companies
Reviewing and overseeing the preparation and submission of accounts and tax returns
Supervising, mentoring and training a small team of accountants
Providing advisory support to clients including cashflow, budgets, pricing and tax planning
Leading client onboarding and relationship management
Ensuring deadlines are met and maintaining a high-quality client experience
Acting as a key point of contact with HMRC and Companies House
Participating in networking and business development activities
Suitable Candidate for the Senior Client Manager vacancy:
ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with experience in practice
Strong technical grounding in accounts preparation, tax compliance and advisory services
Proven supervisory or leadership experience within a practice environment
Excellent communication and client relationship skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly
Comfortable using Xero, QuickBooks, Dext and FreeAgent (training provided if needed)
Commercially minded, proactive and committed to professional growth
Additional benefits and information:
Flexible working with 1 day WFH option
Full CPD and career development support
Supportive, collaborative culture with modern values
Friendly office environment with regular networking and team events
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