At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a diverse portfolio of SME clients and build strong relationships.
- Company: Established accountancy practice in Eastleigh with a focus on career progression.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and potential pathway to partnership.
- Other info: Dynamic office environment with excellent long-term career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Take ownership of client portfolios and make a real impact in your career.
- Qualifications: Experience managing SME clients and strong communication skills required.
Are you an experienced practice professional looking for a Client Manager opportunity offering genuine responsibility and the potential to progress towards partnership if desired? Our accountancy and finance recruitment team is supporting an established accountancy practice in Eastleigh, Hampshire with the appointment of a Client Manager to take ownership of a varied portfolio of SME clients. This is a key role within the practice, offering the autonomy to manage your portfolio from start to finish, build strong client relationships and oversee the delivery of work across the team. With a potential future pathway towards partnership, this could be an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a longer-term career move where they can make a real impact.
What will the Client Manager role involve?
- Taking overall ownership of a portfolio of approximately 50 SME limited company clients, developing trusted and long-lasting relationships.
- Coordinating work completed by preparatory staff and outsourced bookkeeping teams to ensure an efficient and consistent service.
- Reviewing and finalising accounts and related work, maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality.
- Managing deadlines and overseeing the complete delivery cycle for your clients, giving you genuine ownership of the portfolio.
- Providing a responsive and professional service while becoming a trusted point of contact for clients and their wider business needs.
Suitable Candidate for the Client Manager vacancy:
- Strong experience managing a portfolio of SME clients within an accountancy practice.
- Confident reviewing work, delegating effectively and maintaining consistently high standards.
- Comfortable taking ownership of end-to-end client delivery while managing competing deadlines.
- A confident communicator with a client-focused, commercially aware approach and the ability to build lasting relationships.
- Professionally qualified or able to demonstrate substantial relevant practice experience, with the ambition to continue progressing your career.
Additional benefits and information for the role of Client Manager:
- Excellent longer-term career opportunity with potential future progression towards partnership.
- Salary of £50,000–£60,000, dependent on experience.
- Flexible ad hoc homeworking available where appropriate.
- Part-time working will also be considered, offering additional flexibility for the right candidate.
- Predominantly office-based in Eastleigh, providing the opportunity to work closely with colleagues and clients.
Client Manager in Eastleigh employer: CMA Recruitment Group
This established services organisation in Dorset is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and professional environment where finance professionals can thrive. With flexible working arrangements, a focus on employee development, and the opportunity to engage in diverse financial projects, this role not only promises competitive benefits but also the chance to make a significant impact during a pivotal time for the company.
