Practice - Senior Accountant or Client Manager - Stoke-on-Trent

Discipline: Accounting
Salary: £38000 to £50000
Contact name: Carly Dunn

Contact email: carly@supreme-ss.com
Job ref: 5725

Client Manager / Senior Accountant Job Stoke-on-Trent

Location: Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
Salary: £38,000 - £45,000 (Senior Accountant) / £45,000 - £50,000 (Client Manager)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, Hybrid 


Why Apply for This Client Manager / Senior Accountant Role?

  • Competitive salary with clear progression pathway
  • Hybrid and flexible working options
  • TOIL system to support work-life balance
  • Buy/sell holiday scheme
  • Fully funded CPD and ongoing professional development
  • Regular team socials, including summer and Christmas events
  • Life assurance and healthcare cash plan
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Supportive, collaborative team culture

About the Opportunity

An established and growing chartered accountancy practice in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Client Manager or Senior Accountant to join its expanding team.

This opportunity is ideal for:

  • An experienced Senior Accountant ready to step up into a Client Manager role, or
  • An existing Client Manager looking for a new challenge within a progressive firm

The role offers exposure to a diverse client base and genuine progression within a structured and supportive environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a varied portfolio of clients including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
  • Deliver high-quality accounts preparation and tax compliance services
  • Act as the main point of contact for clients, building strong long-term relationships
  • Review work prepared by junior staff and provide guidance and mentorship
  • Prepare and review personal and corporation tax returns
  • Support basic tax planning and advisory work
  • Coordinate client work and ensure deadlines are met
  • Identify opportunities to expand services within existing client relationships
  • Work closely with Directors and senior leadership on client delivery

Systems & Environment

  • Cloud-based accounting systems
  • Modern, digital-first working environment
  • Collaborative team structure

Candidate Requirements

  • ACA / ACCA qualified or qualified by experience
  • Background within an accountancy practice environment
  • Strong experience across accounts and tax
  • Confident managing client relationships and portfolios (or ready to step up)
  • Experience reviewing work and supporting junior team members
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills

Key Behaviours

  • Proactive and client-focused approach
  • Strong attention to detail and ownership of work
  • Commercial awareness
  • Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset

Apply for Client Manager / Senior Accountant Jobs in Stoke-on-Trent

If you are looking for a Senior Accountant or Client Manager position in Stoke-on-Trent with strong progression, flexible working, and a supportive culture, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career.

For more information, please contact the below:

Louise Kerrigan
Senior Talent Partner
T: 07955 267022
E: louise@supreme-ss.com