Senior Accountant, Client Manager or Assistant Manager

TPF Recruitment; Hailsham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Hybrid Working

Diverse client base

Job summary

TPF Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant, Client Manager or Assistant Manager for a well established independent practice in Hailsham. The role offers hybrid working and a chance to manage a varied client portfolio with autonomy and expert support.

The ideal candidate will be ACA or ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience) with strong statutory accounts experience and a client-focused mindset. A supportive team and flexible arrangements are provided.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified, nearly qualified, or qualified by experience.
• Previous experience in an accountancy practice.
• Strong experience preparing and reviewing statutory accounts.
• Confident managing a portfolio of clients independently.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Knowledge of cloud accounting software such as Xero or QuickBooks would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of SME clients across a variety of industries.
• Build and maintain strong long term client relationships.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, providing proactive advice and support.
• Identify opportunities to add value and introduce additional services where appropriate.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts for clients.
• Assist clients with bookkeeping queries and accounting software.

Skills

ACA/ACCA qualified

Portfolio management

Client relationship building

Independent work

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Cloud accounting software

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Senior Accountant, Client Manager or Assistant Manager

Hailsham, United Kingdom | Posted on 21/09/2026

This opportunity is ideally suited to an experienced Senior Accountant, Client Manager or Assistant Manager who enjoys building strong client relationships and is looking to take ownership of a varied portfolio within a friendly, independent accountancy practice. Whether you are ACA or ACCA qualified, nearly qualified, or qualified by experience, this role offers the chance to join a well established firm where your expertise will be valued and your career can continue to develop.

Our client is a highly regarded independent accountancy practice based in Hailsham with a strong reputation for delivering expert accountancy and tax services to owner managed businesses and individuals across Sussex. Known for its personal approach and long standing client relationships, the firm provides a supportive and collaborative working environment with genuine flexibility through hybrid working.

As Client Manager, you will be responsible for managing your own portfolio of clients, overseeing the preparation and review of statutory accounts, acting as a trusted advisor and working closely with the firm's tax specialists to deliver an outstanding client service. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys autonomy, client interaction and being a key part of a close knit team.

Key Responsibilities

Portfolio and Client Management

• Manage a portfolio of SME clients across a variety of industries
• Build and maintain strong long term client relationships
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, providing proactive advice and support
• Identify opportunities to add value and introduce additional services where appropriate

Accounts Production

• Prepare and review statutory accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships
• Ensure accounts are completed accurately and in line with relevant accounting standards
• Review work prepared by junior members of the team where appropriate
• Assist clients with bookkeeping queries and accounting software

Tax and Advisory

• Work alongside the firm's tax specialists to deliver a seamless client service
• Liaise with clients regarding corporation tax, personal tax and other compliance matters
• Provide general business advice and support to owner managed businesses
• Assist with ad hoc projects and advisory work as required

Team Support

• Support and mentor junior members of the team
• Share technical knowledge and assist with training where appropriate
• Contribute to maintaining high quality standards across the practice
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure deadlines are met

Requirements

Skills and Experience Required

• ACA or ACCA qualified, nearly qualified, or qualified by experience
• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice
• Strong experience preparing and reviewing statutory accounts
• Confident managing a portfolio of clients independently
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Knowledge of cloud accounting software such as Xero or QuickBooks would be advantageous

The salary for this role is expected to be between £40,000 and £50,000, depending on experience.

Hybrid Working: Flexible working arrangements available.

Pension Scheme: Secure contributions to your pension.

Varied Client Base: Work with a diverse portfolio of local businesses and individuals.

We're keen to remain the leading provider of the best accountancy talent in the South East. We are continually exploring ways to expand our network and we know that great candidates like you can introduce us to other equally brilliant people. We're looking to work with the best accountancy practice and tax staff in the South East so if your friends, family or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and can demonstrate relevant experience, we'd love to speak to them.