Client Manager

Autograph Specialist Recruitment; Chippenham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Autograph Specialist Recruitment is seeking a Client Manager in Chippenham to manage a portfolio of SME clients within a friendly, advisory-led practice. The role focuses on delivering clear advice, acting as the main point of contact for clients and supporting the development of junior team members in a hybrid working environment.

ACA/ACCA qualified accountants will review accounts, tax returns, and management information, meet clients to discuss results, and spot opportunities beyond

Qualifications

• Ability to manage a portfolio of SME clients and communicate clearly with business owners.
• Capable of reviewing accounts and tax work and providing practical advice.
• Organised, reliable and able to develop junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own portfolio of SME clients.
• Act as the main point of contact for your clients.
• Review accounts, tax returns and management information.
• Meet clients to talk through results and offer straightforward advice.
• Spot opportunities to support clients beyond compliance work.
• Review work prepared by junior team members.
• Ensure deadlines are met and files are completed accurately.

Skills

Client management

Communication with clients

Review accounts

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

Client Manager

£40,000 – £50,000 | Chippenham | Hybrid Working | Full Time

Are you an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant looking for a client-facing role in a friendly, growing practice?

An independent, advisory-led accountancy practice is looking for a Client Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of SME clients. The practice works closely with business owners, offering clear, practical advice and building long-term relationships. Within this role you will act as the main point of contact for your clients, delivering clear advice while supporting and developing junior team members.

This is a varied role with real responsibility and visibility within the team.

The Role

• Manage your own portfolio of SME clients
• Act as the main point of contact for your clients
• Review accounts, tax returns and management information
• Meet clients to talk through results and offer straightforward advice
• Spot opportunities to support clients beyond compliance work
• Review work prepared by junior team members
• Ensure deadlines are met and files are completed accurately

About You

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Confident reviewing accounts and tax work
• Comfortable speaking directly with clients
• Organised, reliable and supportive

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive firm where you can build strong client relationships and progress your career.