Portfolio Manager (Accountancy Practice)

Farrer Barnes Limited; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accounting firm is seeking an experienced Client Manager in Sittingbourne, England. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years’ practice experience and be responsible for managing and growing an existing portfolio, preparing accounts, and ensuring strong client relationships. This role provides an excellent leadership opportunity within a supportive and reputable practice, ideal for those looking to combine technical expertise with team development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ practice experience required.
• Experience in managing client portfolios.
• Ability to mentor and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow an existing client portfolio.
• Prepare accounts and handle tax compliance work.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Mentor and develop a small team.
• Contribute to the firm’s growth and reputation.

Education

Fully qualified accountant

Job description

My client is a well-established, small general practice based in the mid‑Kent area. We are seeking an experienced Client Manager with a minimum of five years’ practice experience, ideally fully qualified, to manage and develop a diverse portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Managing and growing an existing client portfolio
• Preparing accounts, management accounts and handling tax compliance work
• Acting as a primary point of contact for clients, ensuring strong relationships and service delivery
• Mentoring and developing a small team, ensuring high‑quality output
• Contributing to the firm’s continued growth and maintaining its strong reputation

This is an excellent leadership opportunity for an ambitious professional who wants to combine technical expertise with meaningful client interaction and team development within a supportive, long‑standing practice.

For further details on this or indeed any other Practice opportunity, please do not hesitate to contact Robin at Farrer Barnes.

Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.