Client Manager - Outsourced Finance & Bookkeeping Lead

Protalent; Wealden; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with performance-related bonus

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Ongoing professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Wealden seeks a Client Manager to guide a growing team in delivering high-quality outsourced finance services. In this hybrid role, you will manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring compliance and driving performance. Ideal candidates will be AAT, ACCA, or ACA qualified with solid bookkeeping experience and a proactive mindset. The firm offers a competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and a supportive culture focused on innovation and team development.

Qualifications

• Solid experience within an accountancy practice environment is essential.
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Experience managing or mentoring staff is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a portfolio of clients and ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Lead and inspire a multi-location team.
• Drive performance and process improvements using technology.

Skills

Strong bookkeeping experience

Good working knowledge of VAT

Excellent organisational and communication skills

Proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Experience with Xero, Sage, QuickBooks

Education

AAT, ACCA or ACA qualified or equivalent experience

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Dext

ApprovalMax

Job description

A leading accountancy firm in Wealden seeks a Client Manager to guide a growing team in delivering high-quality outsourced finance services. In this hybrid role, you will manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring compliance and driving performance. Ideal candidates will be AAT, ACCA, or ACA qualified with solid bookkeeping experience and a proactive mindset. The firm offers a competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and a supportive culture focused on innovation and team development.