A unique opportunity to join this fast growing, ambitious firm of Accountants. Leading a small team of Accountants and responsible for a portfolio of SME clients, you will be pivotal in growing the department. This role is suitable for a highly ambitious and driven individual. A senior position within a Top-100 firm where Director and Partner is a very realistic progression target within 1-5 years, depending on your experience. Client Portfolio Senior Manager/Director - Benefits Opportunity to work up to Partner level within a short amount of time Hybrid and flexible working Enhanced parental leave Company car salary sacrifice scheme Life assurance Medical cover Client Portfolio Senior Manager/Director - About The Role Key responsibilities: Manage a portfolio of SME clients Form long-lasting relationships with your clients and assist them with strategic planning and business development among other responsibilities Identify opportunities and grow your portfolio Manage a team of accountants and ensure all key targets are met Be a key member of the firm and part of the senior leadership team The successful Client Portfolio Senior Manager/Director will have/be: Qualified (ACA or ACCA) with extensive UK Practice experience Experience of training and managing junior staff Extensive experience working within FRS102, FRS105 and IFRS Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)