Senior Practice Accountant / Client Manager in Hampshire

Our client is a long-established and highly respected independent accountancy practice based in Twyford, near Winchester. With a loyal client base, strong local reputation, and supportive team culture, they are looking to recruit an experienced Practice Accountant to manage a portfolio of clients and play a key role within the business.

This opportunity would suit an experienced accountant who enjoys building client relationships, taking ownership of their work, and working with a high degree of autonomy. Whether you are seeking a part-time role to achieve a better work-life balance or looking for a full-time position within a friendly and flexible practice, this role can be tailored to the right individual.

You will manage your own portfolio of SME and personal tax clients, acting as their trusted advisor and primary point of contact. Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a portfolio of small business and personal tax clients
• Preparing and reviewing limited company accounts
• Preparing and submitting self-assessment tax returns
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Managing Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements
• Liaising directly with HMRC on behalf of clients
• Filing statutory accounts with Companies House and HMRC
• Providing support and guidance on accounting software including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, FreeAgent, and VT Transactions
• Building long-term client relationships and delivering excellent client service
• Working closely with the management team to support the continued growth of the practice

To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment and be confident managing client relationships independently. You will ideally have:

• 5+ years' experience within a UK accountancy practice
• Experience managing a client portfolio
• Strong accounts preparation and tax experience
• Knowledge of cloud-based accounting software
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to work independently and manage your own workload

Salary of £35,000 - £40,000 full time equivalent (depending on experience). Flexible working arrangements, part-time or full-time hours available, potential for school-hours working for the right candidate, occasional home working, 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata for part-time employees), pension scheme, medical benefit after 12 months' service, ongoing CPD and professional development, supportive and collaborative team environment, clear progression opportunities, including potential future advancement to Manager level.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established local practice where your experience will be valued, your clients will be your own, and you will have the flexibility to work in a way that suits your lifestyle. If you are looking for a role that offers autonomy, flexibility, and the opportunity to build long-term client relationships within a friendly and professional team, we would love to hear from you.