General Practice Client Manager - St Albans

Client Manager - General Practice

Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire Salary: £45,000 - £55,000

Some practice roles are technically "client-facing", but in reality that just means you get copied into emails once something has already caught fire. This one is different. This is a Client Manager role with a well-established accountancy firm in St Albans, ideal for someone who enjoys building proper relationships with clients, getting involved in a broad range of work and being trusted to take ownership rather than simply processing jobs in the background.

The role would suit someone from a general practice background who enjoys variety. You'll be working with owner-managed businesses, limited companies, sole traders and partnerships, covering a mix of accounts, tax, VAT, bookkeeping, management accounts and general client advice.

Role responsibilities

• Managing your own portfolio of clients
• Preparing and reviewing year-end accounts
• Corporation tax and personal tax work
• VAT returns and Making Tax Digital support
• Bookkeeping and management accounts where needed
• Advising clients on cloud accounting software
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients
• Spotting opportunities to add value beyond basic compliance
• Working closely with the directors and wider team

This Client Manager opportunity could suit an experienced Senior Accountant or Accounts Senior who is ready to step up, or an existing Client Manager who wants a better environment, more autonomy and a more rounded role.

The firm is looking for someone who enjoys client contact, communicates well and takes pride in doing a good job. You do not need to be the finished article in every area, but you will need solid UK practice experience and the confidence to manage client relationships professionally.

What they're looking for

• Experience working in UK accountancy practice
• Strong accounts preparation experience
• A good understanding of tax, VAT and general compliance work
• Confident client communication skills
• Experience with cloud accounting software would be useful
• ACA/ACCA qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience considered
• Someone reliable, personable and happy working as part of a supportive team

Why this role?

You'll get proper variety, direct client contact and the chance to become a trusted adviser rather than just another pair of hands. It's the sort of role where you can be visible, valued and involved, without having to sacrifice every evening to prove you care.

Sponsorship is not available for this role.

About the firm

If you're an experienced practice accountant based in or around St Albans and you're starting to wonder whether there might be something better out there, this is well worth a confidential conversation.

As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.