Client Manager

Client Manager (Advisory & Compliance) - Birmingham

Mid-tier Accountancy Practice | Strong progression

A well-established and growing accountancy practice is seeking an experienced, client-facing accountant to join their expanding team and take ownership of a diverse portfolio, play a key role in delivering high-quality advisory and compliance services.

This is a confidential hire, ideal for someone looking to step into a trusted advisor role with clear progression, strong client exposure and the opportunity to influence both clients and junior team members.

The Client Manager role in Birmingham

• Managing a portfolio of owner-managed businesses and individuals, acting as first point of contact
• Reviewing statutory accounts, sole trader accounts and corporation tax returns
• Involvement in personal tax compliance and broader private client matters
• Drafting client advice with support from senior leadership
• Liaising with clients on deadlines, information requirements and ad-hoc queries
• Supporting delivery across accounts, tax, VAT, payroll and company secretarial matters
• Helping clients interpret results, improve controls and implement suitable accounting software
• Coaching and supporting the development of senior associates and supervisors

About You

• ACA / ACCA (or equivalent) qualified with a minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience in practice
• Proven experience managing your own client portfolio
• Strong technical grounding across accounts, tax and financial reporting
• Confident communicator, comfortable advising and reassuring clients
• Tech-savvy with solid experience in Xero (Iris, Alpha, QuickBooks or Sage advantageous)
• Self-motivated, analytical and able to perform accurately under pressure
• A collaborative team player with the ability to mentor junior colleagues

The Package

• 26 days' holiday + bank holidays
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Flexible working options
• Free parking
• Clear progression opportunities and ongoing technical development

This role is being handled confidentially.
If you'd like to explore further or have an initial off-record conversation, please get in touch directly.

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