Client Manager

Client Manager – Office of the CFO | Manchester (Hybrid)

Ready to move beyond compliance and become a trusted adviser to ambitious businesses?

If you're an ACA or ACCA-qualified finance professional looking for a role where you can build strong client relationships, provide commercially focused advice and develop your career within a growing Office of the CFO team, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

We're working with a highly respected professional services firm that is investing heavily in its Office of the CFO offering. As the team continues to grow, they're looking to appoint a Client Manager to manage a varied portfolio of clients, deliver high-quality financial support and play an important role in the continued growth of the Manchester office.

This is far more than a traditional accounts role. You'll become a trusted adviser to a portfolio of businesses, working closely with Finance Directors, CFOs and business owners to deliver financial insight, improve business performance and support their strategic objectives.

What you'll be doing

• Managing a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors, acting as their trusted finance adviser.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with Finance Directors, CFOs and business owners.
• Preparing and reviewing management accounts, financial reporting and associated management information.
• Supporting clients with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial planning.
• Assisting with statutory accounts and audit liaison, ensuring deadlines and compliance requirements are met.
• Providing commercial insight and practical recommendations to support business performance.
• Supporting and mentoring Assistant Managers, Advisors and junior team members.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider business to deliver a seamless client service.
• Identifying opportunities to strengthen client relationships and introduce additional advisory services.
• Contributing to the continued growth and success of the Office of the CFO team.

About you

You'll be a qualified accountant who enjoys working closely with clients and wants to develop a career in a commercial, advisory-led environment.

You'll ideally have

• ACA or ACCA qualification.
• A background in practice within Business Services, Accounts or Advisory.
• Experience managing a portfolio of clients.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience supporting or mentoring junior team members.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• A commercial mindset and a genuine interest in helping businesses succeed.
• Experience within outsourced finance, CFO Services or advising SME and mid-market businesses would be advantageous but isn't essential.

Why join?

• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients across a range of industries.
• Build trusted relationships with senior finance professionals and business owners.
• Develop your advisory skills beyond traditional accounting.
• Join a growing and ambitious team with excellent long-term career progression.
• Work in a collaborative, supportive environment where your contribution is recognised.
• Gain exposure to a wide variety of businesses, ensuring every day brings something different.

If you're looking for a role that combines technical accounting, client relationship management and commercial advisory, while offering genuine opportunities for progression, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note

Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position.