Client Portfolio Manager

Hays Accounts and Finance; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in Dorset seeks a Client Portfolio Manager with a passion for rural business. You will manage a diverse portfolio of agricultural clients, providing expert advice and mentoring junior staff. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements within a forward-thinking team.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Clear opportunities for career progression

Supportive team culture

Inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• Solid post-qualification experience in practice.
• Strong knowledge of agricultural sector and rural business.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of rural and agricultural clients.
• Providing supportive accounting and tax compliance.
• Mentoring and developing junior colleagues.

Skills

Client management

Communication

Problem solving

Mentoring

Commercial acumen

Education

ACA qualified

ACCA qualified

Job description

Are you an experienced accountant with a passion for rural business? Our client, a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice in Dorset, is looking for a Client Portfolio Manager to join their expanding team. With a strong reputation in the agricultural and rural business sector, this firm combines deep sector expertise with a commitment to exceptional client service and professional development.

As a Client Portfolio Manager, you'll take the lead on a diverse portfolio of agricultural clients-offering expert advice, building lasting relationships, and delivering tailored accounting and tax solutions. This is a client-facing, strategic role where your commercial insight and leadership will make a real impact.

You'll also play a key role in mentoring junior team members, helping them grow while contributing to the firm's continued success.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing your own portfolio of rural and agricultural clients.
• Providing hands-on support with accounting, tax compliance, and planning.
• Reviewing and preparing statutory accounts, tax returns, and management reports.
• Acting as a trusted advisor-offering strategic insights and solutions.
• Identifying opportunities to add value through proactive advisory services.
• Mentoring and developing junior colleagues.
• Collaborating across departments to ensure seamless client service.

What We're Looking For

• ACA or ACCA qualified, with solid post-qualification experience in practice.
• Strong knowledge of the agricultural sector and rural business needs.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver high-quality service.
• Excellent communication skills and a client-first mindset.
• Commercially savvy with a proactive, problem-solving approach.
• A natural mentor who enjoys supporting and challenging others to grow.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

What's in It for You

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A respected and growing practice with a strong rural client base.
• A supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking team culture.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Clear opportunities for career progression and personal development.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact Lorna Pilling directly on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on your career.

Please note: All applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as we cannot provide sponsorship for this role.

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