Accounts & Client Manager

This is a varied role within a growing independent practice, offering the opportunity to take ownership of your own client portfolio while working closely with the Partners. Alongside managing client relationships, you will be involved in a broad mix of accounting, advisory and business support work, making it an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and responsibility.

With a small team and a collaborative environment, you'll have the autonomy to make decisions, contribute ideas, and play a genuine part in the firm's continued growth. It would suit someone who is proactive, enjoys building strong client relationships, and is looking for a role where they can develop alongside the business.

Job Title:        Accounts & Client Manager

Job Type:       Perm

Location:        Farnham

Salary:            £45,000 – 65,000

Reference no: 16016

Accounts & Client Manager – Benefits

4-day working week on full salary

5 weeks annual leave

Additional time off between Christmas and New Year

Free on-site parking

Opportunity to progress into a senior leadership position

High level of autonomy and responsibility

Direct access to Partners and decision making

Accounts & Client Manager – About The Role

This is a broad and varied role offering exposure well beyond year-end accounts production. You will take ownership of your own portfolio and become a trusted adviser to clients, supporting them across a range of accounting and business matters.

Working directly with the Partners, you will have significant freedom to manage your workload, build relationships in your own style, and contribute ideas that improve both client outcomes and internal processes. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety and wants to play a meaningful role in a firm’s growth journey. Key responsibilities:

Manage and develop your own portfolio of clients

Build long-term client relationships and become a trusted point of contact

Prepare and review statutory accounts and related work

Review bookkeeping and management information prepared for clients

Provide practical advice and support across a range of accounting matters

Work directly with Partners on complex client situations

Identify opportunities to improve processes and client delivery

Support the growth and development of the client portfolio

Take ownership of deadlines and ensure work is delivered to a high standard

Contribute ideas and initiatives as the firm continues to expand

The successful Accounts & Client Manager will have:

ACA or ACCA qualified

Extensive Xero experience

Previous UK accountancy practice experience

Varied experience highly desired- Accounts, Corporate Tax, Personal Tax, Bookkeeping, Management Accounts, VAT

Experience managing or supporting a client portfolio

Strong technical accounting knowledge

Comfortable working independently and taking ownership

Commercial awareness and problem-solving ability

Confidence dealing directly with clients

Organised approach and ability to prioritise effectively

Initiative and desire to make a visible contribution

Interest in progressing within a growing firm

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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