Senior Client Manager

Senior Client Manager | Near Brackley | Up to £65,000 DOE | Full Time

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
A small but rapidly growing accountancy practice near Milton Keynes is hiring a Senior Client Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of SME clients and play a key role in the firm’s next phase of growth.

While the culture is agile and collaborative, this is not a micro-practice. The firm is led by five partners, offering real depth of experience, structure, and long-term stability.

What really sets this opportunity apart is the leadership team: experienced, highly ambitious, and promoted from within—creating a genuine progression culture where strong performers are trusted, developed, and given real responsibility.

The Opportunity
Join a modern practice in a genuine growth phase (new clients, new hires, and investment in systems/process)
Work closely with five partners and a leadership team that actively supports internal progression
Take ownership of your portfolio and have the freedom to improve client experience and internal deliveryYou’ll lead day-to-day delivery for a portfolio, ensuring quality, deadlines, and strong client relationships—while supporting and developing colleagues around you.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing a portfolio of SME clients and acting as their primary point of contact
Reviewing statutory accounts and ensuring high technical standards
Overseeing management accounts and advisory-style support where needed
Reviewing and coordinating tax compliance work (corporate and personal)
Leading client meetings, responding to queries, and providing proactive guidance
Coaching and reviewing the work of junior/part-qualified team members
Supporting process improvements and helping the firm scale efficientlyYou’ll likely have:

ACA/ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience with a strong practice background)
Proven experience in a UK accountancy xwzovoh practice (portfolio management/review focus)
Confidence in dealing directly with clients and building long-term relationships
Strong review skills across accounts (and a solid grasp of practice compliance)
A proactive approach and the ability to manage deadlines across multiple clients
Experience supporting/mentoring others (informal or formal management)Salary & Benefits
Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience
Hybrid working available after probationLocation - Based near MK (ideal for candidates commuting from Brackley, Aylesbury, Bedford, Buckingham, Bicester, Milton Keynes, Towcester and surrounding areas)