Client Manager

  • Lloyd Recruitment - East Grinstead
  • East Grinstead, Sussex
  • Feb 07, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Client Manager 45,000 - 60,000 DOE + Bonuses East Grinstead Hybrid Working

Lloyd Recruitment Services are delighted to be working on behalf of a respected firm of chartered certified accountants who are looking to appoint a Client Manager on a full-time, permanent basis.

The Role

Our client is a well-established specialist accountancy firm, renowned for their expertise and diverse client base. They are seeking an experienced Client Manager to oversee a portfolio comprising self-employed individuals, companies, partnerships and personal tax clients. Experience with Trusts would be advantageous but is not essential.

Client Manager Key Responsibilities

  • Managing a portfolio of clients, frequently acting as the sole point of contact
  • Preparing accounts for sole traders and companies
  • Completing self-assessment tax returns
  • Preparing partnership and company tax returns
  • Delivering excellent client service and support
  • Utilising accounting software such as CCH, Sage and Xero (knowledge preferred but not essential)

About You

  • Qualified ICAEW or ACCA preferred; QBE considered for the right candidate
  • 7-10 years' experience within general practice essential
  • Able to manage your own portfolio confidently and independently
  • Professional, approachable and comfortable in a client-facing environment
  • Based within a reasonable commuting distance of East Grinstead

Benefits

  • Pension scheme
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Comprehensive CPD support and professional development opportunities
  • Bonus scheme
  • Hybrid working: 1-2 days per week in the office following an initial training period
  • Flexible working hours between 8:00am and 6:00pm

This role provides a fantastic chance to join a progressive firm committed to career growth, work-life balance, and continuous professional development.

Extra Information:

  • Refer a friend and earn up to 500 (see website for details).
  • Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don't hear from us within 5 days, please assume you have not been successful.
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Lloyd Recruitment Services acts as an employment agency for this vacancy and is an equal opportunity employer.