Client Manager (Senior Accountant)

Puro Associates; Droylsden; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Droylsden is seeking an experienced Client Manager to take ownership of a diverse client portfolio and deliver high-quality accounts. This role offers a clear route into senior management, working closely with junior team members and senior leadership for continuous development. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with strong leadership abilities and excellent communication skills. This position comes with a competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000 and generous benefits.

Benefits

23 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Birthday off work

Private Health insurance

Annual bonus scheme

Company Sick Pay

Company pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous Parental Pay

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience managing a client portfolio.
• Strong technical capability with complex accounts.
• Proven experience supervising junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of a diverse client portfolio.
• Prepare statutory accounts and support Partners.
• Lead and collaborate with junior staff to drive performance.

Skills

Client portfolio management

Strong communication skills

Leadership potential

Technical accounting expertise

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA or equivalent)

Job description

Job Description

Client Manager

Manchester

£45,000 - £50,000

Benefits

• 23 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Birthday off work
• Private Health insurance
• Annual bonus scheme
• Company Sick Pay
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous Parental Pay

This is an excellent opportunity for a fully qualified accountant to join in a Client Manager capacity, with a clearly defined route into senior leadership.

You will take ownership of a client portfolio, producing high-quality accounts while leading, reviewing and developing junior team members. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and be given both visibility and autonomy from day one.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of a diverse client portfolio, delivering high-quality accounts and consolidations.
• Prepare statutory accounts and provide direct support to Partners to ensure seamless client delivery.
• Review work produced by junior team members, offering clear guidance, constructive feedback and effective delegation.
• Lead, supervise and collaborate closely with junior staff to drive performance and development.
• Work directly with senior management, maintaining strong communication, accountability and delivery standards.
• Take responsibility for budgets across your portfolio to maximise commercial performance.
• Play an active role in the growth and development of the wider practice, with a clear pathway into senior leadership.
• Maintain strong technical and compliance standards in line with professional and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA or equivalent) with a solid background in professional practice.
• Demonstrable experience managing a client portfolio and producing high-quality statutory accounts.
• Strong technical capability, including experience with complex accounts and ideally group consolidations.
• Clear leadership potential with the ambition to progress into a senior management position.
• Proven experience reviewing work and supervising the development of junior team members.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.

If you are passionate about delivering exceptional service and are seeking an exciting opportunity to further your career, then I would love to hear from you.

Click to apply with your CV or contact Oakley Warnock on 01904 571 760