Assistant Manager, Practice: Lead Client Portfolios

Nxtgen Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NXTGEN is looking for an experienced Accounts professional to join as Assistant Manager and take ownership of a varied client portfolio while supporting the team’s growth. You will oversee assignments, review work, and help juniors progress, with exposure to management responsibilities and client advisory opportunities.

The role offers significant responsibility, client interaction, and a clear path to senior progression within the practice.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA or CA qualification; QBE considered.
• Solid experience in an accountancy practice.
• Strong experience across accounts and tax assignments.
• Confident dealing directly with clients and managing your own portfolio.
• A genuine interest in progressing into a management position.

Responsibilities

• Managing your own varied portfolio of clients, taking responsibility for assignments, deadlines and delivery.
• Preparing and reviewing accounts and tax work across a varied client base.
• Reviewing work completed by more junior team members and providing support and constructive feedback.
• Preparing and reviewing medium sized sets of accounts and tax returns.
• Supporting clients with financial reporting, VAT and general accounting queries.
• Building strong relationships with clients and developing a good understanding of their businesses.
• Identifying opportunities to provide additional support and services to clients.
• Supporting Managers and Partners with more complex technical and advisory work.
• Getting involved in the training and development of more junior colleagues.
• Supporting with performance reviews and development plans across the team.
• Taking part in interviews and helping to identify future team members.
• Keeping assignments on track, managing WIP and ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.

Skills

Accounts

Tax

Client management

Leadership potential

Education

ACA/ACCA/CA or QBE

Job description

NXTGEN is looking for an experienced Accounts professional to join as Assistant Manager and take ownership of a varied client portfolio while supporting the team’s growth. You will oversee assignments, review work, and help juniors progress, with exposure to management responsibilities and client advisory opportunities.

The role offers significant responsibility, client interaction, and a clear path to senior progression within the practice.