Client Manager

Wavelength Professional Recruitment Ltd; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Hybrid and home-working arrangements

Supportive team environment

Modern cloud-based technology

Job summary

Wavelength Professional Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Client Manager for an independent Northampton accountancy practice. You will manage a varied client portfolio, plan assignments, and deliver statutory accounts, CT returns and management accounts with strong client relationships.

The role requires ACA/ACCA (or strong QBE) with experience in UK practice, FRS 102, and tax knowledge. Hybrid working, supportive team, and clear progression opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified, though an experienced QBE with the right background will also be considered.
• Experienced in managing a portfolio of corporate clients within a UK accountancy practice.
• Technically confident, with a strong working knowledge of FRS 102 Section 1A.
• Knowledgeable in corporation tax and VAT.
• Comfortable reviewing accounts, tax returns and other work prepared by colleagues.
• An effective communicator who can build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Organised, dependable and able to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Supportive of junior colleagues and willing to share your knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Managing the workflow and delivery of work across your client portfolio.
• Planning assignments and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Reviewing draft statutory accounts, corporation tax returns and management accounts.
• Maintaining strong, positive relationships with clients.
• Acting as a key point of contact and providing practical support and advice.
• Keeping the directors informed of progress, deadlines and significant client matters.
• Supporting and developing junior members of the team.
• Sharing technical knowledge and encouraging best practice.
• Assisting the directors with advisory and tax-planning assignments.
• Contributing more widely to the team when required to maintain high standards of client service.

Skills

Client management

UK accounting practice

FRS 102 knowledge

Tax knowledge

Communication

Time management

Mentoring juniors

Relationship building

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Job description

• Permanent
• Northampton

REF: 1294362039 Salary: £50K - 60K (Depending on experience)

Client Manager – Independent Accountancy Practice

Would you like greater responsibility, genuine flexibility and the opportunity to have a real influence within a successful independent accountancy firm?

Our client is a well-established Northampton practice that has built an excellent reputation through long-standing client relationships, high-quality service and a supportive approach to its people.

Long before flexible working became commonplace, the firm recognised that trust and autonomy help people perform at their best. It continues to offer generous hybrid working arrangements alongside modern, cloud-based technology and a genuine commitment to professional development.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice accountant who would enjoy managing a varied portfolio, developing strong client relationships and contributing to the continued growth of the firm.

The Role

• Managing the workflow and delivery of work across your client portfolio
• Planning assignments and ensuring deadlines are met
• Reviewing draft statutory accounts, corporation tax returns and management accounts
• Maintaining strong, positive relationships with clients
• Acting as a key point of contact and providing practical support and advice
• Keeping the directors informed of progress, deadlines and significant client matters
• Supporting and developing junior members of the team
• Sharing technical knowledge and encouraging best practice
• Assisting the directors with advisory and tax-planning assignments
• Contributing more widely to the team when required to maintain high standards of client service

About You

• ACA or ACCA qualified, although an experienced QBE with the right background will also be considered
• Experienced in managing a portfolio of corporate clients within a UK accountancy practice
• Technically confident, with a strong working knowledge of FRS 102 Section 1A
• Knowledgeable in corporation tax and VAT
• Comfortable reviewing accounts, tax returns and other work prepared by colleagues
• An effective communicator who can build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues
• Organised, dependable and able to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Supportive of junior colleagues and willing to share your knowledge
• Comfortable working within a smaller independent practice where initiative, flexibility and teamwork are valued

What’s on Offer

• Salary of £50,000–£60,000, depending on experience
• Private healthcare
• Generous hybrid and home-working arrangements
• A supportive and close-knit team
• Modern systems and cloud-based technology
• Genuine responsibility and client contact
• The opportunity to influence how the firm develops
• Excellent scope for continued professional and career progression

Why Consider This Opportunity?

In a larger firm, it can take years for your contribution to be fully recognised. Here, you will have a visible and important role from the outset.

You will be trusted to manage your clients, support your colleagues and contribute ideas, while working within a firm that understands the importance of fitting work around people’s lives.

If you are looking for a Client Manager position where your experience, judgment and contribution will be genuinely valued, we would be pleased to hear from you.