Client Manager

<h3 class="" data-start="442" data-end="492"><strong data-start="446" data-end="490">Client Manager</strong></h3> <p class="" data-start="493" data-end="531">📍 Northampton | 💰 c£45K</p> <p class="" data-start="533" data-end="685">Are you an experienced Accounts Senior who&#8217;s feeling stuck in your current firm? This could be the opportunity that gives your career the push it needs.</p> <p class="" data-start="687" data-end="907">We’re recruiting on behalf of a small but fast-growing independent firm in Northampton — a team that’s expanding quicker than expected and now needs someone with the right experience to step in and help shape the future.</p> <p class="" data-start="909" data-end="944">This role is ideal for someone who:</p> <ul data-start="945" data-end="1129"> <li class="" data-start="945" data-end="989"> <p class="" data-start="947" data-end="989">Has experience in a small firm environment</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="990" data-end="1072"> <p class="" data-start="992" data-end="1072">Is either ACA/ACCA part-qualified, fully qualified, or qualified by experience</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1073" data-end="1129"> <p class="" data-start="1075" data-end="1129">Wants progression, but isn’t finding it where they are</p> </li> </ul> <h3 class="" data-start="1136" data-end="1167">🔍 <strong data-start="1143" data-end="1167">What you’ll be doing</strong></h3> <ul data-start="1168" data-end="1447"> <li class="" data-start="1168" data-end="1221"> <p class="" data-start="1170" data-end="1221">Preparing year-end accounts for limited companies</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1222" data-end="1261"> <p class="" data-start="1224" data-end="1261">Assisting with personal tax returns</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1262" data-end="1302"> <p class="" data-start="1264" data-end="1302">Reviewing and submitting VAT returns</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1303" data-end="1355"> <p class="" data-start="1305" data-end="1355">Managing workflow and ensuring deadlines are met</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1356" data-end="1403"> <p class="" data-start="1358" data-end="1403">Working directly with directors and clients</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1404" data-end="1447"> <p class="" data-start="1406" data-end="1447">Using Xero (cloud-based) software daily</p> </li> </ul> <h3 class="" data-start="1454" data-end="1480">✅ <strong data-start="1460" data-end="1480">What you’ll need</strong></h3> <ul data-start="1481" data-end="1804"> <li class="" data-start="1481" data-end="1551"> <p class="" data-start="1483" data-end="1551">Solid practice experience, especially with small limited companies</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1552" data-end="1627"> <p class="" data-start="1554" data-end="1627">Experience in tax compliance (personal and corporation) would be a plus</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1628" data-end="1673"> <p class="" data-start="1630" data-end="1673">Competence in VAT and management accounts</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1674" data-end="1749"> <p class="" data-start="1676" data-end="1749">Xero knowledge is a must (experience with Sage or Iris also beneficial)</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1750" data-end="1804"> <p class="" data-start="1752" data-end="1804">A proactive mindset and desire to grow with the firm</p> </li> </ul> <h3 class="" data-start="1811" data-end="1832">🧭 Why this firm?</h3> <ul data-start="1833" data-end="2059"> <li class="" data-start="1833" data-end="1925"> <p class="" data-start="1835" data-end="1925">You’ll join a genuinely growing firm with the flexibility and ambition to match your own</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1926" data-end="1997"> <p class="" data-start="1928" data-end="1997">Your experience is valued — whether or not you&#8217;ve passed every exam</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1998" data-end="2059"> <p class="" data-start="2000" data-end="2059">There’s clear opportunity to progress as the firm expands</p> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p class="" data-start="2066" data-end="2211">📩 <strong data-start="2069" data-end="2084">Interested?</strong><br data-start="2084" data-end="2087" />Get in touch with us at <strong data-start="2111" data-end="2125">Wavelength</strong> to find out more — whether you’re ready to apply or just want an informal chat first.</p> <p class="" data-start="2213" data-end="2415">And if you&#8217;re generally thinking about a move in audit, tax, or accounts (not just for this role), we’re always happy to offer guidance. Email us at <strong>colin<a rel="noopener" data-start="2364" data-end="2384">@waverecruit.com</a></strong> to book a confidential call.</p>