Senior Client Manager

Reed; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed Practice in Oxfordshire is seeking a Senior Client Manager to take ownership of an established client portfolio within a modern, forward-thinking firm.

You'll manage accounts and tax matters with confidence, lead meetings with clients, and mentor junior team members while building strong relationships. The role offers autonomy, a supportive team, and genuine long-term progression in a rural Oxfordshire location.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification.
• 5+ years of experience within a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong knowledge across accounts, corporation tax, self-assessment and VAT.
• Experience managing a client portfolio with minimal supervision.
• Confident in directly engaging with clients and leading meetings.
• Proactive, commercially minded and personable approach.
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of an established client portfolio within a modern practice.
• Provide advisory services across accounts and tax matters, including meetings with clients.

Skills

Client portfolio management

Client-facing communication

Mentoring junior team members

UK accounting standards knowledge

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification

Job description

Reed Practice are supporting a growing and modern accountancy practice near Abingdon in their search for a Senior Client Manager.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice accountant looking to take ownership of an established portfolio within a forward-thinking firm that embraces cloud technology, automation and AI. You'll work closely with a varied client base, building strong relationships and providing advice across accounts and tax matters.

We’re looking for someone who has:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification
• At least 5 years’ experience within a UK accountancy practice
• Strong technical knowledge across accounts, corporation tax, self-assessment and VAT
• Experience managing a client portfolio with minimal supervision
• Confidence working directly with clients and leading meetings
• A proactive, commercially minded and personable approach
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members

In return, you’ll inherit an established portfolio, enjoy significant autonomy in the role and join a friendly, collaborative team with genuine long-term progression opportunities. The firm offers a modern working environment, strong client exposure and an attractive rural Oxfordshire location.