This list contains only the countries for which job offers have been published in the selected language (e.g., in the French version, only job offers written in French are displayed, and in the English version, only those in English).
Are you a qualified accountant who thrives on innovation, leadership, and client impact? Do you enjoy building trusted relationships while driving meaningful improvements for businesses? Are you looking for a role where strategic thinking, people development, and doing the right thing truly matter? Gillespie Recruitment are delighted to be working with a highly respected, forward-thinking professional services firm to recruit a Business Innovation Client Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, qualified accountant who is passionate about helping businesses grow, leading high-performing teams, and delivering excellent client outcomes. This role sits within a busy and progressive Business Innovation team, working with a diverse portfolio of corporate and unincorporated clients across a range of sectors. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping client relationships, supporting innovation, and developing people – all within an organisation that genuinely values flexibility, wellbeing, and long-term career development.
Job Responsibility:
Managing a portfolio of corporate and unincorporated clients across multiple sectors
Acting as a key point of contact and trusted adviser to clients
Delivering high-quality technical advice across accounts and taxation
Supporting clients with innovation, growth, and business improvement
Managing, mentoring, and developing a team of staff
Encouraging a positive, high-performance team culture
Supporting learning, progression, and professional development
Leading by example with integrity, professionalism, and collaboration
Ensuring high standards of compliance, quality, and client care
Contributing to the development of innovative service offerings
Identifying opportunities to improve processes and client experience
Working collaboratively with teams across the wider business
Requirements:
ACA or ACCA qualified
At least 3 years' post-qualified experience
Proven experience managing a portfolio of clients across a variety of sectors
Experience leading and managing a team of staff
Strong technical knowledge of micro and small company accounts
Excellent understanding of direct and indirect taxation
Nice to have:
SAR / Audit experience (beneficial but not essential)
What we offer:
Four-day working week
Flexible working hours
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with additional accrual after year three)
Birthday off every year
Paid volunteering time
Team development days
Wellbeing initiatives
Defined career pathway with genuine progression opportunities