Client Manager

Client ManagerLocation: Leicester Job Type: Full-time, Permanent A well-established and expanding accountancy practice in Leicester is looking to recruit an experienced Client Manager to join its growing team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys managing their own client portfolio while contributing to team development and supporting senior leadership. The roleAs a Client Manager, you will take responsibility for a diverse portfolio of clients, acting as their primary point of contact and delivering high-quality accounting, tax and advisory services. Working closely with Senior Managers and Directors, you will be involved in technical work, client advisory matters and mentoring junior colleagues. Key responsibilities • Review statutory accounts for companies and accounts for sole traders • Review corporation tax computations and returns • Prepare technical and client-facing advice with guidance from Senior Managers and Directors • Oversee personal tax compliance, including annual tax returns • Ensure financial statements are accurate and compliant with relevant standards • Manage and maintain a portfolio of clients as their main point of contact • Liaise with clients on deadlines, information requirements and queries • Support Senior Managers and Directors across Accounts, Tax, VAT, Payroll and Company Secretarial work • Communicate with clients to obtain necessary information in a timely manner • Develop and maintain strong, long-term client relationships • Provide ad hoc financial support, including analysis and interpretation of results • Assist clients with internal systems and controls, including accounting software implementation • Clearly explain tax and financial matters to advise and reassure clients • Support, mentor and develop senior associates and supervisors About you • ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent) • At least 2 years' post-qualification experience within an accountancy practice • Demonstrable experience managing your own client portfolio • Strong technical knowledge across accounts and tax, with a commitment to ongoing professional development • Confident user of Outlook, Word and Excel • Strong experience with Xero • Experience with Iris, Alpha, QuickBooks and Sage 50 is advantageous • Technologically confident and open to adopting new systems • Self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to apply skills to new situations • Excellent communication and people management skills • Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail • Strong analytical and research abilities The package • Competitive salary • 25 days' annual leave plus public holidays • Enhanced pension contributions • Health plan benefits • Flexible working options • Clear career progression opportunities • Ongoing training and professional development For more information, please apply today.