Client Manager – Eastbourne

Overview

In this Client Manager role, you will oversee a portfolio of diverse clients, delivering tailored financial solutions and expert guidance on accounting, tax, forecasting, and growth strategy. You will work closely with a junior accounting team to ensure high service standards and compliance, while identifying opportunities to expand the client base. The position offers a clear progression route toward Directorship within a collaborative, modern office environment. You will stay abreast of regulations to maintain the highest level of client service and professional integrity.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus
• Healthcare benefits
• Professional growth opportunities
• Progression within the firm
• Supportive and collaborative environment
• Modern offices

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong client relationships and understand their needs to provide tailored financial solutions
• Provide expert advisory on accounting, tax compliance, tax planning, forecasting, and growth strategies
• Oversee a portfolio of clients ensuring standards, deadlines, and service quality
• Review and supervise junior accountants and support directors to ensure seamless service
• Identify opportunities to grow the firm’s client base through networking and upselling services
• Stay updated with industry regulations and best practices to serve clients at the highest level
• Progression route to Directorship is available if desired

Key requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in an accountancy practice
• Qualified ACA, ACCA or QBE with substantial industry experience
• Ability to review and supervise junior team members
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, tax, and financial reporting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Client-focused mindset with passion for exceptional service
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and portfolios effectively

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Client-focused mindset
• Team leadership and supervision
• Accounting principles
• Tax compliance and planning
• Financial reporting

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