Accounts and Tax Manager
Cambridge
£50,000 - £55,000

An established and fast-growing accountancy firm is seeking an experienced Client Manager to join its Cambridge office. This is a client-facing role suited to a technically strong accountant who enjoys managing a diverse portfolio, building long-term relationships, and supporting the development of junior team members. The firm operates a collaborative, people-first culture with a strong emphasis on delivering high-quality, forward-thinking advice to SMEs.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a portfolio of corporate and private clients across a range of sectors.
• Act as the main point of contact, providing proactive and high-quality advice.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, directors, and internal teams.
• Review statutory accounts and corporation tax computations, ensuring UK GAAP compliance.
• Review self-assessment tax returns and liaise with tax specialists where needed.
• Oversee workflow and deadlines to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
• Coach, mentor, and review the work of junior and semi-senior staff.
• Identify opportunities to add value and cross-sell additional services.

Personal Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Proven experience managing a client portfolio within practice.
• Strong technical knowledge of statutory accounts and UK compliance.
• Confident communicator with a client-first approach.
• Experience reviewing work and developing junior staff.
• Highly organised with strong commercial awareness.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Benefits

• Company pension scheme.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Option to purchase additional days leave.
• Christmas office closure.
• Life assurance (4x salary).
• Enhanced family leave policies.
• Enhanced company sick pay.
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support).
• Corporate discounts platform.
• Flexible benefits including critical illness cover, cash plan, cycle to work, eye care, and dental.

If you're an experienced practice professional looking to step into a client-focused managerial role within a supportive and growing firm, apply today.

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