Senior Client Manager

We are working with a small but ambitious and growing accountancy firm in Kent that is looking for an experienced Senior Client Manager to join the team and become a key part of the continued development of the business.

This is a role for someone who wants to be more than just an accountant.

You will take ownership of a diverse portfolio of clients, oversee the day-to-day running of the office and become a trusted point of contact for clients across a broad range of industries. The portfolio includes owner-managed businesses, larger companies, group structures and overseas clients, providing plenty of variety and scope.

The successful candidate will be commercially minded, confident dealing directly with clients and capable of building strong, long-term relationships. An ability and appetite for business development and identifying opportunities with existing and prospective clients would be highly advantageous.

The role

You will have a broad remit, including:

• Managing a varied portfolio of clients from initial engagement through to completion.

• Acting as a senior point of contact and trusted adviser to clients.

• Overseeing accounts, tax compliance and associated client requirements.

• Managing more complex clients, including group companies and overseas entities.

• Reviewing accounts and tax work produced by the wider team.

• Providing support and guidance to junior members of staff.

• Managing client deadlines and ensuring work is delivered efficiently and to a high standard.

• Dealing with client queries and providing commercially focused advice.

• Developing and strengthening existing client relationships.

• Identifying opportunities to introduce additional services and generate new business.

• Supporting the Partners with the continued growth and development of the practice.

• Taking responsibility for the smooth running of the office and day-to-day operations.

• Contributing ideas and improvements as the firm continues to grow.

About you

We are looking for someone who combines strong technical accounting experience with commercial awareness and excellent people skills.

Ideally, you will:

• Be ACA, ACCA or otherwise professionally qualified.

• Have built your career within a Kent-based accountancy practice.

• Have significant experience managing a varied client portfolio.

• Be comfortable dealing directly with business owners, directors and senior stakeholders.

• Have experience with more complex structures, including group companies.

• Have some exposure to overseas clients and/or international accounting matters.

• Have some tax advisory experience, rather than purely compliance-based knowledge.

• Be commercially aware and confident identifying opportunities to support clients beyond their immediate accounting requirements.

• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills.

• Be confident managing your own workload while also supporting and developing colleagues.

• Be proactive, personable and comfortable taking ownership.

• Be someone who wants to play a genuine role in the growth of a business rather than simply manage a portfolio from a desk.

Why this role?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant who wants greater responsibility, autonomy and commercial involvement.

Joining a small but ambitious firm means you will have the opportunity to make a genuine impact. Rather than being one of many managers within a large organisation, you will work closely with the Partners, clients and wider team and have a real voice in how the practice develops.

The firm is looking for someone who can ultimately become a key figure within the business — someone who can combine technical expertise with client management, commercial thinking and the ability to help drive growth.

Salary: £60,000 – £80,000 per annum, depending on experience and suitability.

For further details or a 1st informal discussion then please do not hesitate to contact Robin at Farrer Barnes.

Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.