Client Manager in Manchester

Are you an experienced practice accountant who enjoys building relationships with clients as much as producing great accounts? I am working with a modern, ambitious accountancy firm that is growing quickly and challenging the traditional way of delivering accountancy services. They are looking for a Senior Accountant or Client Manager in Manchester, paying £36,000 - £47,000 DOE. Rather than simply focusing on compliance, the business prides itself on becoming a trusted advisor to SMEs, helping business owners understand their finances, improve performance and plan for the future.

If you're looking for a role that offers genuine client interaction, advisory work and clear career progression within a growing firm, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

As a Senior Accountant, you'll manage your own portfolio of SME clients, becoming their trusted advisor while delivering high-quality accounting and tax services. You'll work closely with business owners, providing practical commercial advice while mentoring junior members of the team and supporting the firm's continued growth.

• Manage a portfolio of SME clients, acting as their primary point of contact.
• Build long-term relationships through exceptional client service.
• Prepare and review year-end financial statements in accordance with UK accounting standards.
• Advise clients on: Corporation Tax, Personal Tax, Salary vs Dividend planning, Tax planning opportunities, Cash flow management.
• Review journals, reconciliations and general ledger activity.
• Support month-end and year-end reporting.
• Ensure statutory compliance across client portfolios.
• Liaise with external auditors where required.
• Work with cloud accounting platforms including Xero, QuickBooks and Apron.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal processes and client reporting.
• Mentor and develop junior members of the accounts team.
• Work alongside the Director on advisory projects and business planning.

You'll ideally have:

• ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
• At least five years' experience within an accountancy practice.
• Strong UK accounts and tax knowledge.
• Experience managing client relationships.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly.
• Experience using Xero (essential).
• A commercial, proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.

• Hybrid working.
• Competitive salary of £36,000 - £47,000.
• Modern, forward-thinking accountancy firm.
• Genuine client-facing advisory role.
• Supportive and collaborative culture.
• Clear opportunities for progression as the business continues to grow.
• Casual dress.
• Company pension.
• Referral programme.
• Regular company events.
• Work-from-home flexibility.

If you're looking to move away from a purely compliance-focused role and join a business where your advice genuinely makes a difference to clients, the APPLY NOW.