Client Manager

• Location

  Bideford

• Sector:

  Audit and Business Services, Business Services, Accounts

• Contract Type:

  Permanent

• Salary:

  £45000 - £52000 per annum

• Contact:

  Curtis Reid

• Contact email:

  creid@clark-wood.co.uk

• Contact phone:

  +44 (0) 1173 291051

• Job ref:

  CR-19218

• Published:

  29 days ago

• Expiry date:

  2026-08-25

• Startdate:

  2026-07-13

• Consultant:

  Curtis Reid

Bideford

£45,000 - £52,000 (Depending on Experience)

Accountancy practice recruitment specialists, Clark Wood, are working with one of North Devon's leading firms of accountants, who are now looking for experienced Accounts Manager / Client Manager to join their team in Bideford.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive and respected firm of chartered accountants, playing an integral role in their continued success. As a Client Manager, you will work closely with the Directors, managing a diverse portfolio of clients including small to medium limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships from various sectors.

You'll be responsible for client management, acting as the primary point of contact for your clients, ensuring all work is completed accurately and efficiently. In addition to this, you will oversee and assist in the development of junior staff, providing necessary support and reviewing their work.

The ideal candidate will be ACCA/ACA Qualified with strong and varied general practice experience (qualified by experience individuals will also be considered). Excellent communication skills are essential to build and maintain successful relationships with multiple clients.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and forward-looking firm in Bideford within a supportive and friendly working environment. The firm offers flexible working options to support their staff with genuine scope for further career progression on offer.

Responsibilities:

Managing a diverse portfolio of clients from various industry sectors.

Supporting partners and clients with bespoke queries and ad hoc project work.

Preparation and review of Statutory Accounts and Management Accounts.

Preparation and review of tax computations and returns.

Acting as the primary point of contact for an array of clients.

Managing your own billing, workload, and that of the team efficiently to exceed client expectations.

Reviewing the work of junior staff, providing guidance and support as required.

Skills:

ACCA/ACA Qualified or Qualified by Experience.

Essential practice experience.

Client management experience.

Experience reviewing work prepared by junior staff.

For further information on this role, or other opportunities we're working on, please contact Curtis Reid at Clark Wood – creid@clark-wood.co.uk / 07825 278674

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