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We are working with a growing accountancy practice that specifically targets the SME and freelancers pace and are looking to appoint an experienced Client Manager. This role will take ownership of a portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality accounting services while building strong, long-term relationships. THIS ROLE CAN BE FULLY REMOTE IF REQUIRED The successful candidate will ideally be a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / equivalent) with experience managing clients within a practice environment. Key Responsibilities • Manage a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors, • Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the main point of contact, • Review accounts, tax returns, and financial statements prepared by junior staff, • Support clients with business, tax, and commercial queries, • Oversee workflow, deadlines, and ensure high standards of delivery, • Mentor and develop junior team members, • Identify opportunities to add value and support business development activity Requirements • ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent) – ideally, • Proven experience working within an accountancy practice, • Strong technical knowledge of accounts and tax compliance, • Experience managing a client portfolio, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, • Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple deadlines Desirable • Experience reviewing work and managing junior staff, • Exposure to advisory work, • Knowledge of cloud accounting systems (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks) What’s on Offer • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Clear progression path within the firm, • Supportive and collaborative working environment, • Exposure to a varied client base

At S&W, we help our clients thrive by simplifying the complex, illuminating new paths, and shaping solutions that make a difference. As one of the UK’s top 10 fastest-growing accountancy firms, we have been a trusted partner since 1881—helping businesses and individuals meet challenges and seize opportunities across generations. Built on expertise and driven by ambition, we provide a comprehensive range of services, including tax and accountancy, advisory and assurance, corporate finance, and restructuring. We are defined by our purpose—to help navigate challenges, unlock potential, and achieve the extraordinary. What will you be doing? We’re seeking a talented individual to join our Restructuring & Recover Services team in London. To provide a high level of expert support to partners and directors, including the supervision of restructuring and recovery processes through from planning to review and completion. As Restructuring & Recover Services Senior Manager , your responsibilities will include among others • Maintain a portfolio of insolvency cases and ensure cases are efficiently and proactively progressed., • Participate in independent business review, and other advisory, work as required., • Liaison with appointee and other staff where appropriate to ensure all are kept up to date with relevant issues., • Ensure staff are briefed and motivated in order to complete cases efficiently., • Review and supervise staff work and comment constructively on their performance., • Take a central role in developing staff and self through on-the-job experience., • Ensure all work is reviewed. Ensure files are completed to a state suitable for review., • Identify opportunities where we may be able to provide further services., • To assist the partner/director in ensuring that stakeholder needs are met and that the range of our services is extended., • Where possible, the service level expectations of stakeholders should be exceeded., • Attend marketing events where appropriate and bring/develop own network of potential work sources., • Review statutory documents for compliance with Insolvency regulations and relevant standards., • Prepare case reviews and brief partners on work carried out and business issues., • Manage WIP and debtors on a client by client basis., • Be a positive influence in the team and in embracing and driving change where needed. To be successful in this role, you should • Substantial experience of corporate (administration/liquidation) and property (LPA) insolvencies is necessary., • Knowledge of insolvency legislation and other statutory requirements., • Quick to learn/adapt to new procedures/situations., • Ability to organise and to be able to work on several different assignments at one time. Professional Qualifications and Education • Qualified accountant and/or JIEB. As a colleague here at S&W you will have access to benefits that include • Competitive salary, • Private medical insurance, • Life assurance, • Pension contribution, • Hybrid working model (role dependent), • Generous holiday package, • Option to purchase additional holiday, • Shared parental leave, • Fully funded training towards professional qualifications, • Cycle to work scheme, • Season ticket loan, • Eye care support We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At S&W we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we’re delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workplace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate for your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.

At S&W, we help our clients thrive by simplifying the complex, illuminating new paths, and shaping solutions that make a difference. As one of the UK’s top 10 fastest-growing accountancy firms, we have been a trusted partner since 1881—helping businesses and individuals meet challenges and seize opportunities across generations. Built on expertise and driven by ambition, we provide a comprehensive range of services, including tax and accountancy, advisory and assurance, corporate finance, and restructuring. We are defined by our purpose—to help navigate challenges, unlock potential, and achieve the extraordinary. Business Tax We provide a wide range of tax and consulting services to a broad range of companies, from housing associations to owner managed businesses. Through establishing close relationships with our clients, we ensure that we are able to deliver the most comprehensive business tax advice, and also ensure we are aware of the key opportunities and risks faced by our clients. Purpose of Role: To manage your own portfolio of clients, working with Partners/Directors or alone on complicated consultancy and advisory projects. A significant part of the role will be business development of existing and new clients as well as potentially developing a specialist field of technical and/or sector knowledge and expertise. Key responsibilities: Client work • Act as trusted adviser and engage with clients on wider commercial and strategic issues, • Manage portfolio of complex advisory and compliance cases, • Give exceptional client service, taking the lead in managing and developing client relationships, • Technically strong, • Identifying opportunities on client portfolio Staff management and development • Liaison with Partners, • Appraisals/monitor staff performance, acting as formal ADR managers for some staff, • On the job training for junior staff on a one-to-one basis, • Dealing with staff questions, • Work collaboratively with peers in team and across firm to ensure joined up approach Practice development • Involved in business development activities/profile raising locally, • Actively use network of established relationships to drive new business opportunities and cross referral of services, • Able to take advantage of marketing/PR opportunities, • Compliance, • Ensuring procedures are followed taking account of institute and HMRC guidance, where relevant Personal development (technical & other) • Internal and external seminars and courses, • Reading, • Internal meetings Education/Qualifications: • Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CA) and/or tax advisor (CTA) Key Experience/Skills: • Significant corporate tax experience gained within the profession and/or industry, • Technically capable tax adviser who is able to manage complex client work, • Demonstrable experience of managing people and clients, • Existing business development skills and appetite to grow business, • Project management experience, • Experience of dealing with senior stakeholders both internally and externally As a colleague here at S&W you will have access to benefits that include Competitive salary Private medical insurance Life assurance Pension contribution Hybrid working model (role dependent) Generous holiday package Option to purchase additional holiday Shared parental leave Fully funded training towards professional qualifications Cycle to work scheme Season ticket loan Eye care support We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At S&W we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we’re delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workplace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate for your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.

Accounts Supervisor | Portsmouth | £36,000 - £42,000 We are seeking an experienced Accounts Supervisor to join an established accountancy practice in Portsmouth . This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA/ACCA qualified accountant to take ownership of a client portfolio, develop leadership skills, and progress your career while earning £36,000 - £42,000 . About the Role This position in Portsmouth is ideal for someone with 2+ years' post-qualification experience looking to advance their career in practice. With a salary of £36,000 - £42,000 , you'll manage a diverse client portfolio, oversee junior staff, and work closely with senior management on key client relationships. What You'll Be Doing • Take responsibility for a portfolio of client accounts, reviewing work and ensuring quality delivery, • Prepare statutory financial statements for various companies and organizations, • Manage corporation tax returns and oversee personal tax compliance work, • Handle sole trader and partnership accounts, including associated tax filings, • Work with cloud accounting platforms, providing digital solutions to clients, • Guide, coach, and develop junior team members, • Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities to add value, • Support senior managers with client relationships and business development About You You're an ACA/ACCA qualified accountant with solid practice experience and strong technical knowledge. You can manage your own workload effectively while building lasting client relationships. You're ready to develop your supervisory and leadership capabilities while delivering high-quality accounts and tax work. What We're Looking For Essential: • ACA or ACCA qualified with minimum 2 years' post-qualification experience, • Solid accountancy practice background, • Strong technical knowledge of accounting and tax, • Understanding of UK accounting standards and corporate tax requirements, • Hands-on experience with cloud accounting systems, • Strong communication and organizational skills, • Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively Desirable: • Exposure to personal tax work, • People management experience, • Client management skills This Accounts Supervisor opportunity offers clear career progression with a salary of £36,000 - £42,000 , working with diverse clients in a supportive practice environment. Please note: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

Are you an ambitious accounting professional seeking to elevate your career within a dynamic and supportive environment? An established and forward-thinking accountancy practice in Hampshire is looking for a proactive Semi Senior Accountant to join their thriving team in Fareham. Renowned for its friendly culture, continuous growth, and commitment to professional development, this firm offers an excellent platform for those aiming to deepen their expertise and progress in the accountancy sector. Enjoy a collaborative working environment, attractive salary, and ongoing study support to help you achieve your professional goals. What will the Semi Senior Accountant role involve? Assisting in the preparation of statutory accounts, tax returns, and management accounts for a diverse client portfolio Supporting the team with VAT, CIS, and other statutory submissions, ensuring compliance and timeliness Collaborating closely with colleagues to deliver exceptional service and maintain high standards of accuracy Mentoring and guiding junior team members while gaining exposure to a broad spectrum of accountancy duties Contributing to process improvements to enhance team efficiency and client satisfaction Suitable Candidate for the Semi Senior Accountant vacancy: AAT Level 4 qualified with relevant practice experience Comfortable handling personal and business tax-related queries, demonstrating professionalism and efficiency Detail-oriented with strong organisational and multitasking skills to meet deadlines Excellent communication skills with a professional and friendly manner Driven, self-motivated, and eager to develop within a fast-paced, team-focused environment Additional benefits and information for the role of Semi Senior Accountant: Study support to advance your professional qualifications 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays, with additional holiday after probation Funded staff social events throughout the year Staff parking facilities Salary will be dependent on experience Disclaimer: CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn’t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application regarding our services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. We are currently receiving a high volume of applications; whilst we consider all, it may not be possible to respond to each individually