Senior Client Manager

Are you an accountant working within practice who wants to take that next step towards becoming a Senior Client Manager? If yes, this might be worth a read This opportunity sits within a forward-thinking firm in Waterlooville that grew by an impressive 40% last year and is now strengthening its team with a Senior Client Manager who can help ease review bottlenecks and support continued expansion, being the 'number 2' to the partners. This role would be ideal for an accountant who wants to keep growing in experience, gain wider exposure to client interaction with a clear path to Senior Client Manager.We are looking for a Senior Client Manager who enjoys reviewing work, supporting team members and ensuring the smooth flow of a growing practice. This friendly and ambitious practice prioritises employee wellbeing, offers generous holiday allowances and operates with a collaborative, modern mindset where flexibility and trust underpin how the team works.As the Senior Client Manager, you will initially take a hands-on approach to producing accounts while supporting junior team members and managing workflow across the team. However, this position will transition quickly into a predominantly review-focused role, giving you ownership of quality assurance and advisory-level oversight.Reporting to the Client Director, you will:

• Review team output (approximately 50 percent), including year-end accounts, personal tax returns and P11Ds
• Produce accounts (approximately 50 percent) before transitioning into a review-heavy role
• Manage workload and workflow across the team efficiently
• Mentor junior team members and support their ongoing development
• Collaborate with Directors to strengthen client service and refine internal processes

What you need

• Studier, QBEs, AAT, fully qualified ACA, ACCA - it's more about your soft skills and drive to keep learning
• Strong technical accounting skills and confidence in your capability
• Experience in a similar role, such as Client Accountant, Client Manager (Accountancy Practice), Practice Senior, Senior Accountant, Accounts Manager or Client Advisor
• Experience within an accountancy practice is essential
• Familiarity with Xero and the ability to manage a dynamic, fast-growing portfolio

What you will receive

• Up to three remote working days per week (you choose the days)
• Flexible working hours to support your lifestyle
• Targeted training based on your goals and areas of interest
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to five additional days (increasing with service)
• Onsite parking when in the office
• Free food and access to free counselling
• Full study package should you so wish
• A modern and supportive working culture with no timesheets

If you would like to find out more, please apply with your CV or LinkedIn PDF. We look forward to hearing from you.We take your application seriously and we respond to every application because getting a job is hard enough.The Niche Partnership is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. The Niche Partnership complies with all relevant UK legislation and does not discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that The Niche Partnership may contact you regarding work-finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the Privacy tab on our website.