Client Manager

Salary/Rate:£40,000 - £50,000
Job type:Perm
Town/City:Chichester
County:West Sussex
Sector:Accountancy Practice
Job ref:CMCHI
Post Date:October 26, 2026
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Meet Our Recruiter

Todd Grainger
Todd Grainger
Director / Accounts and Legal Recruitment Specialist (South)

About the Role

In this role, you'll be managing a portfolio of clients, preparing and reviewing year-end accounts and tax returns, and providing ongoing accounting and business advice.

What's on Offer?

  • Salary of £40,000 – £50,000 depending on experience
  • Opportunity to progress into a management role
  • Friendly, supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Varied client portfolio with plenty of technical exposure
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Opportunity to take ownership of client relationships and develop your advisory skills
  • A firm where your contribution is recognised and valued

The Company & Role

We're working with a well-established accountancy practice in Chichester that's looking to recruit an experienced Senior Accountant / Client Manager.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working closely with clients, wants more responsibility, and is looking for a firm where they can continue developing their career.

You'll be working with a varied portfolio of businesses, with responsibilities including:

  • Managing your own portfolio of clients and acting as their main point of contact
  • Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts under FRS 102 and FRS 105
  • Preparing and reviewing corporation tax returns, VAT returns and management accounts
  • Reviewing work completed by junior accountants and providing guidance where needed
  • Advising clients on accounting and tax matters, working closely with the firm's senior management team
  • Supporting the ongoing development of client relationships

About You

We're keen to hear from anyone with previous experience working within a UK accountancy practice, ideally at Accounts Senior or Client Manager level.

ACA/ACCA qualified or QBE candidates are welcome, particularly those who enjoy client interaction and are looking to take the next step in their career.

Don't tick every box? Apply anyway! We recruit for a variety of accountancy practice roles across Chichester and the surrounding areas.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Your CV won't be sent directly to our client. We'll speak with you first, discuss the opportunity in detail, and only submit your details with your agreement.

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