Client Manager / Senior Manager – Accountancy Practice – Hailsham

Overview

In this Client Manager role, you will oversee a varied portfolio within an established East Sussex practice. You will be the main contact for owner-managed clients, delivering high-level accounting, tax and advisory support beyond routine compliance. You will work closely with the directors, handling complex assignments and contributing to growth toward a partnership path. The role blends technical execution with strong client leadership in a collaborative, growth-focused firm culture.

Responsibilities

• Run company accounts and statutory work across your portfolio
• Prepare management accounts and cash flow forecasts
• Handle corporation tax duties and CT600 computations
• Support partners with due diligence on sales and acquisitions
• Advise on accounting systems and train client teams
• Include audit as part of the mix, capped at 35-40%

Key requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• solid practice experience
• confidence to lead client relationships

• strong client relationship management
• effective communication
• proactivity and initiative
• financial reporting
• management accounts
• cash flow forecasting

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