Client Manager in Stafford

Location: Staffordshire

Industry: Accountancy Practice

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Flexible Working: A blend of office and remote work to help you achieve work-life balance.
• Professional Development: You’ll have access to continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Generous Benefits: Holiday allowance, health and wellbeing support, and more.
• Team Environment: You’ll be joining a collaborative and inclusive team that values innovation and professional growth.

About the Firm:

I’m working on an exciting opportunity with a highly successful, forward-thinking accountancy practice based in Staffordshire. This firm has a strong track record of delivering exceptional services across a wide range of disciplines, including accountancy, business management, corporate advisory, and international tax services. They’ve built a reputation for working closely with their clients—ranging from family-owned businesses and property developers to global leaders in the Technology and Automotive sectors—and for offering tailored, strategic support. Their team is made up of chartered tax advisors, international tax specialists, experienced accountants, and business consultants, all focused on providing a personalised service that helps clients achieve their business goals. This practice is forward-focused, offering the kind of dynamic, collaborative culture that you can thrive in, while continuously developing professionally.

Role Overview:

The firm is currently seeking an experienced Senior Accountant / Client Manager to join their growing team. As a Senior Accountant, you’ll be managing a portfolio of clients across various sectors and providing bespoke, hands-on accounting and advisory services. This is a client-facing, leadership role that will require strong technical skills, an ability to build and maintain client relationships, and a passion for delivering outstanding results. If you’re a qualified ACCA or ACA accountant with significant experience in accountancy and a proven ability to manage clients, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Management: Act as the main point of contact for a range of clients, offering tailored accounting advice, tax planning, and business consultancy services. You’ll foster long-term relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to help clients achieve their business objectives.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with UK GAAP and IFRS, ensuring the highest quality of work. You’ll provide insightful analysis and advice based on clients’ financial performance.
• Tax Advisory: Collaborate with tax specialists to offer both UK and international tax advice. This includes corporate tax, VAT planning, and ensuring your clients’ tax strategies align with their business goals.
• Business Consulting: Provide business management and strategic advice, guiding clients on how to improve financial performance, mitigate risks, and drive growth in a sustainable way.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and manage junior accountants, overseeing their work, providing feedback, and ensuring the team maintains high standards of quality and service.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments—including sustainability, HR transformation, and corporate advisory—to ensure your clients receive a full range of services tailored to their needs.
• Project Management: Lead client projects, ensuring timely delivery of services, compliance with regulations, and that client expectations are consistently met.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualifications: ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification or working towards
• Experience: At least 5 years’ experience in accountancy, with a strong focus on client management, financial reporting, and tax advisory.
• Client-Facing Experience: You’ll need to be comfortable managing a diverse client base, understanding their business needs, and delivering strategic, solutions-oriented advice.
• Technical Skills: In-depth knowledge of accounting standards (UK GAAP, IFRS) and tax regulations, with experience in both UK and international tax a big plus.
• Leadership Ability: Experience in leading and mentoring a team of junior accountants, with the ability to inspire and support their professional development.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, particularly in explaining complex financial matters to non-financial clients.
• Organisational Skills: Strong project management skills, with an ability to juggle multiple clients and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Commercial Awareness: Ideally, you’ll have exposure to various industries, with a particular advantage if you have experience in Technology, Automotive, Property, or Family-Owned Businesses.

Why You Should Apply:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking, progressive firm where your input is valued and you’ll have the opportunity to work with a broad range of clients in diverse sectors. You’ll be part of a supportive, high-performing team where career growth and professional development are central to the firm’s ethos. If you’re an experienced Senior Accountant looking to take the next step in your career, this role offers the perfect blend of responsibility, client interaction, and leadership.

To apply, please send me your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience or contact me on (phone number removed).