Account Manager (Accounting Practice)

Account Manager – Accountancy Practice

East Riding of Yorkshire

• Account Manager opportunity with a respected accountancy practice.
• Ideal for a qualified accountant seeking more client ownership, autonomy and progression.
• Work closely with a Partner across client relationship management, advisory work and business development.
• Varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, SMEs and private clients.

About the Role

SaB Consultancy is recruiting on behalf of a well-established accountancy practice firm for an experienced Account Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys working closely with clients, providing practical advice and taking ownership of a varied portfolio within a professional practice environment.

The Opportunity

Working directly with a Partner, you will play a key role in managing client relationships, reviewing accounts and tax work, supporting advisory conversations and identifying opportunities to add value. This is a broader, client-facing role that offers more than routine compliance, with genuine scope to influence client service, contribute to business development and progress within the firm. 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a portfolio of accountancy practice clients, building strong long-term relationships.
• Act as a trusted adviser to owner-managed businesses, SMEs and private clients.
• Work closely with a Partner on client meetings, advisory discussions and commercial opportunities.
• Review accounts, tax and compliance work prepared by junior team members.
• Identify opportunities to provide additional services, including advisory, tax planning and business improvement support.
• Support business development activity and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.

Candidate Profile

Applications are welcome from qualified accountants with a strong background in accountancy practice. You may already be operating at Manager or Client Manager level, or you may be an experienced Senior Accountant looking to step into a more client-facing, commercially focused role.

• ACA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent qualified accountant.
• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice firm.
• Strong technical knowledge across accounts preparation, tax compliance and client advisory support.
• Confidence managing client relationships and explaining financial information clearly.
• Commercial awareness and an interest in business development.
• Ambition to grow, progress and make a wider contribution within a respected practice firm.

What’s on Offer

• A visible role working closely with a Partner.
• Ownership of a varied and established client portfolio.
• A mix of accounts, tax, advisory and business development work.
• Genuine scope to build your profile and progress within practice.
• A supportive and professional firm with a strong reputation for client service.