Client Manager or Senior Manager

Hays is working with a progressive and growing accountancy firm that is seeking an experienced Accounts Manager to join its Cambridge office. Our client is part of a wider UK and Ireland network of over 3,000 professionals. The business combines the strength of a national group with the personal, relationship-led approach of a local practice. Their focus remains on delivering trusted, forward-thinking advice to SMEs through close, long-term client partnerships. This is an excellent opportunity for a client-focused and technically strong accountant who enjoys managing relationships, leading teams, and adding genuine value to a diverse client base.

The role

You will take ownership of a varied portfolio of corporate and private clients, acting as a trusted advisor and ensuring the delivery of high-quality accounting and compliance services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and developing a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors
• Acting as the main point of contact, providing proactive and commercially focused advice
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, directors, and colleagues
• Reviewing statutory accounts and corporation tax computations, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP
• Reviewing self-assessment returns and liaising with specialist tax teams when required
• Managing workflow, deadlines, and delivery standards across your portfolio
• Mentoring and developing junior team members through review and coaching
• Identifying opportunities to enhance client service and cross-sell additional services

About you

To be successful in this role, you will be:

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Experienced in managing a client portfolio within an accountancy practice
• Technically strong, with a solid understanding of UK GAAP and compliance requirements
• A confident communicator, able to build lasting client relationships
• Organised, commercially aware, and able to manage competing priorities
• Passionate about supporting and developing junior team members

What's on offer

• Competitive salary
• Company pension scheme
• 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy additional days
• Additional leave based on seniority
• Christmas office closure (subject to business needs)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Enhanced family leave and company sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Flexible benefits platform including healthcare, dental, cycle to work and more

Why join?

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, people-focused firm where you will have real autonomy, strong client exposure, and a clear path to further progression within a growing national group.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this opportunity, please apply now or contact Cara Whyte at Hays for a confidential discussion about your career.

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