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Manager or Senior Manager

Southend-on-Sea
Posted about 20 hours ago
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Client Portfolio Manager or Senior Manager

A fast-growing and forward-thinking accountancy and advisory group with a strong national presence is looking to appoint a Client Portfolio Manager or Senior Manager.

Formed through the coming together of a number of well-established practices, the firm delivers trusted, locally focused advice to SMEs while benefiting from the scale, collaboration, and innovation of a wider network. With a people-first culture and a genuine focus on long-term career development, the business offers a supportive environment where individuals can build their specialism, take ownership of client relationships, and progress within a growing group.

Your new role

As Manager or Senior Manager, you will take ownership of a varied portfolio of clients, acting as their trusted advisor and ensuring the delivery of a high-quality service across accounts, tax, and advisory. This is a key role within the firm, offering the opportunity to lead client relationships, support junior staff, and contribute to the wider success and growth of the business.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Managing and developing a portfolio of clients, ensuring service delivery exceeds expectations
  • Acting as the main point of contact, providing proactive and commercially focused advice
  • Reviewing accounts, tax, and compliance work to ensure accuracy and quality
  • Planning and prioritising workloads to meet deadlines and client requirements
  • Building strong, long-term relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
  • Supporting and mentoring junior team members, reviewing work, and providing guidance
  • Identifying opportunities to enhance client service and contribute to fee growth
  • Supporting senior leadership with portfolio performance and ongoing business development

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What you'll need to succeed

  • ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
  • Proven experience managing a portfolio within an accountancy practice
  • Strong technical knowledge across accounts, tax, and compliance
  • Previous experience reviewing work and supporting junior staff
  • Excellent communication and client relationship skills
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
  • Commercially aware with a proactive and client-focused approach

What you'll get in return

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy additional days
  • Additional leave based on seniority
  • Christmas office closure (subject to business needs)
  • Life assurance (4x salary)
  • Enhanced family leave and company sick pay
  • Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
  • Flexible benefits platform including critical illness cover, cash plan, cycle to work, and more

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If you're an ambitious Manager or experienced Assistant Manager looking to take the next step in your career, this is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and progressive firm where you can make a genuine impact.

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If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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Skills

Portfolio Management
Client Relationship Management
Accounts Review
Tax Compliance
Advisory Services
Staff Mentoring
Workload Planning
Commercial Awareness
Communication Skills
Organization

Location

Southend-on-Sea, England, United Kingdom

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