Client Manager

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Otley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day working week

Hybrid working model

Job summary

IPS Group Limited in Otley is seeking a Client Manager to manage a portfolio of SME clients, act as their trusted adviser, and oversee accounts and commercial matters. The role combines client management, technical review and team leadership to ensure high-quality deliverables.

The firm offers a 4-day working week and a hybrid model with flexible hours to suit the 34-hour week, with opportunities for ACA/ACCA qualified candidates to take the next step in their careers and build stronger client

Qualifications

• As Client Manager, you will manage a portfolio of SME clients and act as their trusted adviser with oversight on accounts and commercial matters.
• You will review work for technical accuracy and mentor junior team members.
• Flexible, hybrid working with strong client relationships and delivery standards.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of SME clients and being their main point of contact
• Advising on accounts, tax, and wider commercial matters
• Reviewing accounts to ensure accuracy and quality
• Mentoring junior colleagues and supporting workflow improvements
• Building long-term relationships and identifying value opportunities for clients
• Driving consistent delivery across the practice

Skills

Client relationship management

Stakeholder communication

Mentoring & coaching

Team leadership

Commercial acumen

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

Client Manager

Company: IPS Group Limited

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000

Hours: Full-time

Location: Otley, LS21 1AD

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 14 Aug 2026

Closing date: 12 Sept 2026

This modern digital accountancy firm operates a 4-day working week and a hybrid working model with complete flexibility on how the 34 hours are made up , offering an excellent opportunity for a practice-trained ACA or ACCA accountant looking for greater client responsibility and a strong work-life balance.

As Client Manager, you will take responsibility for a portfolio of SME clients, acting as a trusted adviser and providing support across accounts and wider commercial matters. You will combine client management, technical review and team leadership, ensuring work is delivered to a high standard while maintaining strong relationships with clients.

Key responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of SME clients, acting as their key point of contact


• Advising business owners on accounts, tax and broader commercial matters


• Reviewing accounts and other work to ensure technical accuracy and quality


• Maintaining high levels of client service


• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team


• Helping to improve workflow, consistency and delivery across the practice


• Building long-term relationships and identifying opportunities to add value to clients

The firm is specifically seeking a practice-trained ACA or ACCA accountant who is ready to take the next step in their career.

You will ideally have

• ACA or ACCA qualification


• Strong experience gained within an accountancy practice environment


• Experience managing or developing a portfolio of SME clients


• Confidence dealing directly with business owners and senior stakeholders


• Strong technical knowledge


• Experience reviewing work and mentoring junior colleagues


• A commercially minded and organised approach

IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

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