Client Manager (Accountancy Practice)

Client Manager Accountancy Practice North London Up to £45k p.a.

"A fiduciary standard means, basically, put the interests of the client first. No excuses. Period. John C. Bogle

Sheridan Maine is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of an established accountancy practice based in North London. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Client Manager to join a professional and supportive team, taking responsibility for a varied portfolio of clients across different sectors.

The position offers a broad mix of accounting, taxation and client advisory responsibilities, making it particularly appealing to someone who enjoys building strong client relationships, managing their own workload and delivering a high standard of client service.

Key responsibilities of the Client Manager will include:

• Managing a varied portfolio of clients, including owner-managed businesses and SMEs.
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts and management accounts.
• Overseeing corporation tax and personal tax returns.
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients, providing practical accounting and financial advice.
• Building and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships.
• Managing deadlines and ensuring assignments are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Reviewing work prepared by junior colleagues and providing guidance where required.
• Liaising with Partners and senior colleagues on client matters and technical queries.
• Identifying opportunities to provide additional services and support clients with their business needs.

The successful Client Manager will have:

• ACA or ACCA qualification, or be qualified by experience.
• Previous experience managing a portfolio of clients within a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and taxation.
• Experience reviewing work and supporting junior team members.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused approach.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Good working knowledge of accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• A proactive, commercially aware approach with excellent attention to detail.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Client Manager looking to further develop their career within an established North London accountancy practice, offering a varied workload and the opportunity to build lasting client relationships.

If you are a motivated accounting professional with strong practice experience and a passion for delivering excellent client service, Sheridan Maine would welcome your application.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.