Client Manager

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in Chester is seeking a Client Manager to manage a portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients. The role involves overseeing accounts preparation, ensuring compliance, and developing junior staff within a flexible working environment. Ideal for ACA or ACCA qualified candidates ready for a leadership role.

Benefits

20 days holiday + birthday off + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Expense reimbursement

CPD and exam support

Clear path to Senior Manager/Partner level

Qualifications

• Candidates must be ACA or ACCA qualified or a finalist with relevant experience.
• Background in practice, preferably in independent firms.
• Experience in accounts preparation, tax compliance, and audit exposure.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of SME and OMB clients across sectors.
• Ensure timely compliance with accounting regulations.
• Supervise and review work of junior and semi-senior team members.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

Commercial awareness

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Finalist with relevant experience

Job description

Our client is a long-established and highly respected independent accountancy practice based in Chester, with over 20 years of successful trading. With a close-knit team of 14 staff - including a Partner/Director, Senior Manager, two qualified accountants, and a payroll team - the firm fosters a collaborative and supportive working culture.

Known for its hands-on, tailored approach, the firm works primarily with SMEs and owner-managed businesses, providing a full suite of services including accounting, tax, audit, and advisory. Due to internal progression, they are now seeking an ambitious Client Manager to step into a client-facing role with leadership potential.

This is an ideal role for an ACA or ACCA-qualified accountant (or a finalist with strong practice experience) ready to take ownership of a varied portfolio. The Client Manager will provide expert service delivery while supporting the development of junior staff and helping the practice grow.

Client Manager Job Overview

• Manage a portfolio of SME and OMB clients across sectors
• Be the primary point of contact for client queries
• Prepare/review statutory accounts, management accounts, VAT and corporation tax returns
• Support and lead audit assignments alongside senior staff
• Supervise and review work of junior and semi-senior team members
• Ensure timely compliance with tax and accounting regulations
• Identify opportunities for value-added services and business growth
• Liaise with HMRC and other external bodies on client matters
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver exceptional service

Client Manager Job Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or finalist with relevant experience)
• Background in practice, preferably within an independent firm
• Experience in accounts prep, tax compliance, and audit exposure
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Team player with mentoring experience
• Commercially aware and eager to progress

Client Manager Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Up to 55,000 salary (DOE)
• Working Hours: 35-hour work week. Flexible working hours & hybrid model (2 WFH days)
• Holiday Package: 20 days holiday + birthday off + bank holidays
• Pension scheme & death in service benefit
• CPD and exam support
• Expense reimbursement
• Clear path to Senior Manager/Partner level

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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