Client Manager

Reed; Stafford; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Study support

Supportive team culture

Career progression

Job summary

Reed is partnering with a well-established Accountancy Practice in Stoke to recruit a Client Manager. This role is hands-on, client-facing, and you will manage a diverse portfolio as the main contact while supporting and mentoring junior staff.

You will work closely with senior leadership, ensuring high-quality work delivered on time, and you will contribute to developing client relationships and identifying opportunities to add value. Hybrid working is available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a client / portfolio management role within a Practice environment.
• Strong technical knowledge with the ability to review work confidently.
• Excellent communication skills and a genuine client-focused approach.
• Experience managing deadlines and multiple priorities.
• Comfortable supporting and guiding junior team members.
• Professionally qualified (ACA / ACCA or equivalent) or qualified by experience.

Responsibilities

• Managing your own portfolio of clients, acting as their main day-to-day contact
• Reviewing and overseeing accounts, tax computations and related submissions
• Ensuring work is delivered accurately, on time and to a high standard
• Building strong relationships and identifying opportunities to add value
• Supporting, reviewing and mentoring junior members of the team
• Liaising with internal teams to ensure smooth workflow and deadlines
• Keeping up to date with relevant regulations and best practice

Skills

Client portfolio management

Communication skills

Deadline management

Mentoring juniors

Education

ACA / ACCA or equivalent

Job description

Client Manager

Location: Stoke (hybrid working available)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £38,000 - £48,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

The role

We're working with a well-established Accountancy Practice in Stoke who are looking to add an experienced Client Manager to their growing team.

This is a hands-on, client-facing role where you'll take ownership of a varied portfolio, acting as the main point of contact and trusted advisor. You'll work closely with senior leadership while also supporting and developing junior team members.

If you enjoy building long-term client relationships, managing deadlines, and being part of a friendly, supportive team, this could be a great next step.

Key responsibilities

• Managing your own portfolio of clients, acting as their main day-to-day contact
• Reviewing and overseeing accounts, tax computations and related submissions
• Ensuring work is delivered accurately, on time and to a high standard
• Building strong relationships and identifying opportunities to add value
• Supporting, reviewing and mentoring junior members of the team
• Liaising with internal teams to ensure smooth workflow and deadlines
• Keeping up to date with relevant regulations and best practice

What we're looking for

• Previous experience in a client / portfolio management role within a Practice environment
• Strong technical knowledge with the ability to review work confidently
• Excellent communication skills and a genuine client-focused approach
• Experience managing deadlines and multiple priorities
• Comfortable supporting and guiding junior team members
• Professionally qualified (ACA / ACCA or equivalent) or qualified by experience

What's on offer

• Competitive salary in line with the local market
• Full-time, permanent position
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Study support (where relevant)
• Supportive, friendly team culture
• Clear progression and development opportunities

Why apply?

You'll be joining a stable, growing firm that values its people, encourages development and promotes a healthy work-life balance. The role offers autonomy, variety and the chance to really build relationships with clients and colleagues alike.