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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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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