Full job descriptionClient ManagerLocation: Bromsgrove, Midlands
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
An established and growing accountancy practice based in Bromsgrove is seeking an experienced Client Manager to join their Midlands office. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to manage their own client portfolio while playing a key role in mentoring junior team members and supporting senior leadership.
The RoleAs Client Manager, you will take ownership of a varied client portfolio and act as the main point of contact, delivering high-quality accounting, tax and advisory services. You’ll work closely with Senior Managers and Directors, contributing to technical work, client advice and team development.
Key responsibilities*Review company financial statements and sole trader accounts
*Review corporation tax returns
*Draft technical and client-facing advice with support from Senior Managers and Directors
*Oversee personal tax compliance and annual personal tax filings for clients
*Ensure accurate and compliant financial statement disclosures
*Manage and maintain a portfolio of clients, acting as first point of contact
*Liaise with clients regarding deadlines, requirements and queries
*Support Senior Managers and Directors across Accounts, Tax, VAT, Payroll and Company Secretarial deadlines
*Communicate with clients to obtain required information
*Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships
*Provide ad hoc financial support, including interpretation of results
*Support clients with internal systems and controls, including implementation of accounting software
*Confidently explain tax and financial matters to reassure and advise clients
*Support and mentor senior associates and supervisors
About you*ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
*Minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification experience within practice
*Proven experience managing your own portfolio of clients
*Strong technical knowledge across accounts and tax, with a commitment to continued development
*Confident using Outlook, Word and Excel
*Strong experience with Xero
*Exposure to Iris, Alpha, QuickBooks and Sage 50 desirable
*Technologically aware and comfortable adopting new systems
*Self-motivated with the ability to apply skills to new scenarios
*Strong communication and people management skills
*Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and focus
*Excellent analytical and research skills
The package*Competitive salary
*26 days’ holiday plus public holidays
*Enhanced pension contributions
*Health plan benefits
*Flexible working options
*Free on-site parking
*Clear progression opportunities
*Ongoing training and professional development


For more info, please apply today!