Client Manager

TPF Recruitment Ltd; Salisbury; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Professional development

Social events

Work-life balance

Job summary

TPF Recruitment, the South East's leading accountancy practice recruitment agency, supports a well-established firm of Chartered Accountants in Salisbury in appointing an experienced Client Manager. The role focuses on building strong client relationships and managing a varied portfolio.

Ideal ACA/ACCA qualified candidates will join a collaborative team, working with directors and partners to drive growth while delivering high-quality advisory and accounting services in a flexible, supportive

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience with relevant practice experience).
• Experience working within a UK firm of Chartered Accountants.
• Experience managing a portfolio of clients independently.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounts and business taxation.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
• Experience reviewing work and mentoring junior staff.
• Well organised with the ability to prioritise multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of clients, ensuring proactive, high-quality service.
• Review statutory accounts, management accounts and corporation tax returns prepared by the wider team.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing commercial and technical advice.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships through regular communication and exceptional service.
• Identify tax planning and advisory opportunities and work with specialist teams where appropriate.
• Manage client deadlines, budgets and workflow to ensure work is delivered efficiently.
• Mentor and review the work of junior team members.

Skills

Client management

Relationship building

Communication

Time management

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

TPF Recruitment, the South East's leading accountancy practice recruitment agency, is delighted to be supporting a well-established and highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants in Salisbury with the recruitment of an experienced Client Manager.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant who enjoys building strong client relationships and managing a varied portfolio. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and supportive team, working closely with directors and partners while playing a key role in the continued growth of the firm.

The practice has built an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality advice to a diverse client base, ranging from owner-managed businesses and SMEs to high-net-worth individuals. The firm is committed to providing a positive working environment, genuine career progression and a healthy work-life balance.

Responsibilities

As a Client Manager, you will take responsibility for managing a varied portfolio of clients, ensuring they receive a proactive, high-quality service.

Responsibilities will include:

• Managing a diverse portfolio of limited companies, sole traders and partnerships across a range of industries.
• Reviewing statutory accounts, management accounts and corporation tax returns prepared by the wider team.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, providing commercial and technical advice.
• Building and maintaining long-term client relationships through regular communication and exceptional service.
• Identifying tax planning and advisory opportunities and working alongside specialist teams where appropriate.
• Managing client deadlines, budgets and workflow to ensure work is delivered efficiently.
• Supporting, mentoring and reviewing the work of junior team members.

Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience with relevant practice experience).
• Previous experience working within a UK firm of Chartered Accountants.
• Experience managing a portfolio of clients independently.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounts and business taxation.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
• Experience reviewing work and mentoring junior staff.
• Well organised with the ability to prioritise multiple deadlines.

Benefits

• Salary circa £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience and qualification status.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Ongoing professional development and structured career progression.
• Regular social events and a supportive team culture.
• A varied and interesting client portfolio with genuine opportunities to broaden your experience.