Client Manager – Accounts Department – Brighton
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 (depending on experience)
An established and forward-thinking accountancy firm with a varied and exciting client base is looking to appoint a Client Manager to join their friendly accounts team in Brighton.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious accountant who enjoys managing client relationships, overseeing statutory accounts, and leading a supportive team. You’ll work with a wide range of businesses across different industries, giving you exposure to interesting, complex, and rewarding work.
The role will involve:
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Managing your own portfolio of accounts clients across a variety of sectors
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Overseeing statutory accounts preparation, management accounts, and general business support services
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Reviewing work prepared by the team, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
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Providing guidance, training, and support to junior staff
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Acting as a key point of contact for clients – building trusted relationships and delivering valuable commercial advice
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Using cloud accounting systems such as Xero and QuickBooks to support clients effectively
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Getting involved in networking and business development to support the firm’s continued growth
What’s on offer:
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Clear and achievable career progression – with real potential to progress to Senior Manager and Director level
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A collaborative and supportive team culture – this firm is known for its positive working environment and long-standing staff retention
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Ongoing professional development to help you build both technical and leadership skills
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Hybrid working, with the benefit of regular office time in Brighton to fully integrate with the team
About you:
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ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with strong experience in statutory accounts and client portfolio management
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Confident in managing client relationships and delivering excellent service
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Familiar with cloud accounting systems such as Xero and QuickBooks
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A supportive leader who enjoys mentoring and developing others
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Ambitious and eager to grow with a successful firm
This is a brilliant opportunity to step into a Client Manager role focused on statutory and management accounts, where your expertise and career ambitions will be recognised and rewarded.
Interested? Call Georgia on 01273 491852 or email georgia@protalent.co.
Not quite the right role? Let’s have a chat anyway – we may have other opportunities better suited to you.