Client Manager

Client Manager - Accountancy PracticeLocation: Nantwich, CheshireSalary: £45,000 - £51,000 + excellent benefits

Client Manager - Leadership Opportunity in a Growing Accountancy Practice

A highly regarded and growing accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Client Manager to join its expanding team in Nantwich.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified ACA / ACCA accountant from a mid to large accountancy firm who is looking to step into a client-facing leadership role with responsibility for managing a client portfolio, leading a team of accountants, and delivering high-quality advisory services.

The role is ideal for a strong people manager who enjoys mentoring and developing staff, building strong client relationships, and contributing to the growth and success of a progressive accountancy practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients across a variety of sectors.
• Oversee the preparation and review of statutory accounts, management accounts, and financial statements.
• Deliver high-quality client relationship management and advisory services.
• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP, statutory reporting requirements, and tax legislation.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, supporting business growth and financial decision making.
• Provide strong leadership and people management to a team of accountants and trainees - 4 currently.
• Review work prepared by junior staff including accounts preparation, tax computations, and financial reporting.
• Offer technical guidance, mentoring, and coaching to support professional development.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and high performance within the team.
• Assist with workflow planning, delegation, and resource allocation to ensure efficient delivery of client work.
• Identify opportunities for additional advisory services and practice growth within the client portfolio.
• Support business development and client retention initiatives.
• Contribute to practice efficiency improvements, systems development, and operational best practice.

Requirements

Essential

• ACA or ACCA qualified accountant (or qualified by experience).
• Minimum 5+ years' experience in an accountancy practice.
• Experience managing a client portfolio within a mid or large accountancy firm.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, statutory accounts preparation, and financial reporting.
• Proven people management or team leadership experience.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client deadlines and competing priorities.

Benefits

The firm offers an excellent benefits package designed to support work-life balance, wellbeing, and long-term career development:

• Competitive salary £45,000 - £51,000
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Birthday day off
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Regular company events and team days
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Plus other excellent benefits

Location & Commutable Areas

• The role is based in Nantwich, with commuting access from:
• Crewe, Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Sandbach, Congleton, Middlewich, Winsford, Northwich, Chester, Alsager, Holmes Chapel, Whitchurch, Market Drayton, Telford, Shrewsbury, Stafford, Macclesfield, and surrounding Cheshire / Shropshire areas.
• Candidates within approximately a one hour commute are encouraged to apply.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Client Manager, Practice Manager, Senior Accountant, or Portfolio Manager looking to join a progressive and growing accountancy practice where they can lead a team, build strong client relationships, and contribute to the long-term growth of the firm.

You will benefit from a supportive culture, excellent benefits, and genuine career progression opportunities within a successful and ambitious practice.

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