Senior Client Manager

Are you an experienced accountant who thrives on client interaction, advisory work and leading others to deliver outstanding service? This forward-thinking practice in Waterlooville has achieved an impressive 40% year-on-year growth for the past three years and is continuing to strengthen its leadership team with the addition of a Senior Client Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity within a modern, people-centred firm that places employee wellbeing, flexibility and professional development at the heart of its culture.

This role would suit an accountant who is As a Senior Client Manager, you will take support and take ownership of a varied and continually expanding portfolio, ranging from sole traders and partners to established businesses with turnovers up to £4m. You will play a key role in shaping client strategies, supporting junior team members, and contributing to the firm's evolving service offering.

Remote working is available for up to three days per week, complemented by flexible hours designed to support a healthy work-life balance.

This ambitious firm offers a collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged, support is tailored, and outdated practices such as timesheets are firmly a thing of the past.Reporting to the Client Director, you will:

• Deliver consultancy and advisory services to a broad range of existing and new clients
• Conduct pre-year-end meetings focused on performance, strategy and tax planning
• Manage a portfolio spanning £4m turnover companies, partners and sole traders
• Mentor and guide junior team members as they progress
• Work with Directors to expand the advisory offering and enhance client satisfaction
• Prepare accounts and review statutory submissions
• Supervise management accounts production
• Oversee bookkeeping activities
• Support tax compliance and wider tax matter

What you need

• Experience in a similar role, such as Accounts Semi-Senior, Accounts Senior, Client Advisor, Accounts Manager, Senior Accountant or similar
• A background in accountancy practice is essential
• Confidence using Xero and managing a fast-growing, active portfolio
• Qualifications are not essential, though AAT, ACA or ACCA completion would be an advantage
• Strong business partnering skills

What you will receive

• Up to three remote working days per week (your choice of days)
• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
• Targeted, personalised training and development
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy an additional five days (increasing with service)
• Onsite parking when in the office
• Free food provided regularly
• Access to free counselling
• A modern working environment with no timesheets

If you would like to learn more, please apply with your CV or Linked In PDF. We look forward to hearing from you.

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