Client Manager (Accounts) – Agricultural Clients
Winchester, Hampshire
Hybrid & Flexible Working
Competitive, based on experience
A growing accountancy practice in Winchester is seeking an experienced Client Manager – Agricultural to manage and develop a portfolio of rural and agricultural clients. This is a client-facing role offering long-term relationship management, technical variety and exposure to specialist agricultural accounting and tax work.
The role is well suited to a qualified ACA / ACCA accountant with experience supporting agricultural businesses, landed estates or rural enterprises.


The Role
* Manage a portfolio of agricultural and rural clients, including farming businesses, partnerships, LLPs and limited companies
* Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing day-to-day accounting and advisory support
* Prepare and review statutory accounts, corporation tax and business tax computations
* Oversee bookkeeping and VAT work for agricultural clients
* Build long-term client relationships and provide a high standard of service
* Liaise with Partners and specialists to support complex or advisory-led work
* Use a range of accounting software including IRIS, Silverfin, Caseware, Sage and Xero
* Manage assignments to ensure work is delivered accurately, on time and to budget
* Take responsibility for billing, recoveries and workflow management
* Supervise, train and support junior team members
* Work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider firm


Candidate Profile
* ACA or ACCA qualified (essential)
* Minimum 3 years’ post-qualified UK practice experience
* Strong experience within the agricultural / rural sector
* Knowledge of UK GAAP and agricultural accounting considerations
* Excellent client relationship and communication skills
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
* Confident, professional and proactive approach
* Strong IT skills, including Excel and cloud-based accounting software


What’s on Offer
* Hybrid working after probation (3 days office / 2 days home)
* Flexible working hours , with core hours of 10am–4pm
* Opportunity to join a fast-growing accountancy practice with ambitious growth plans
* Exposure to a wide and varied client base across multiple industries
* Clear opportunities to enhance technical, commercial and leadership skills


Location
* Winchester, Hampshire
* Easily commutable from Southampton, Eastleigh, Basingstoke and surrounding areas


Next Steps
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch Jack Wood on or