Job type
PermanentLocation
Cambridge (Hybrid)Working Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
Public Practice AccountingIndustry
Accountancy FirmsPay
Market salary + benefits
Client Manager job in Cambridge with a leading company
A progressive and growing accountancy firm is seeking an experienced Accounts Manager to join its Cambridge office.
Part of a wider UK and Ireland network of over 3,000 professionals, the business combines the strength of a national group with the personal, relationship-led approach of a local practice. Their focus remains on delivering trusted, forward-thinking advice to SMEs through close, long-term client partnerships.
This is an excellent opportunity for a client-focused and technically strong accountant who enjoys managing relationships, leading teams, and adding genuine value to a diverse client base.
The role
You will take ownership of a varied portfolio of corporate and private clients, acting as a trusted advisor and ensuring the delivery of high-quality accounting and compliance services.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing and developing a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors
- Acting as the main point of contact, providing proactive and commercially focused advice
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, directors, and colleagues
- Reviewing statutory accounts and corporation tax computations, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP
- Reviewing self-assessment returns and liaising with specialist tax teams when required
- Managing workflow, deadlines, and delivery standards across your portfolio
- Mentoring and developing junior team members through review and coaching
- Identifying opportunities to enhance client service and cross-sell additional services
About you
To be successful in this role, you will be:
- ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
- Experienced in managing a client portfolio within an accountancy practice
- Technically strong, with a solid understanding of UK GAAP and compliance requirements
- A confident communicator, able to build lasting client relationships
- Organised, commercially aware, and able to manage competing priorities
- Passionate about supporting and developing junior team members
What’s on offer
- Competitive salary
- Company pension scheme
- 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 healthcare, dental, cycle to work and more
Why join?
This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, people-focused firm where you will have real autonomy, strong client exposure, and a clear path to further progression within a growing national group
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
