Client Manager

Location: Remote / Hybrid (South Africa-based, supporting UK clients)
Employment Type: Full-time | Employed by GCO Partners, working with one of our UK clients

About the Opportunity

Were building careers beyond borders. As part of our international client base, we are seeking an experienced Client Manager to oversee a portfolio of franchise accounts for a growing UK-based accounting group. This role is ideal for a qualified professional who thrives in client-facing environments, enjoys mentoring offshore teams, and can provide both strategic and technical insight into clients finances.

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage a portfolio of franchise accounts acting as the primary point of contact for clients and ensuring delivery of high-quality financial reporting.

• Review work prepared by offshore teams (India-based) identify errors, send back corrections, and provide ongoing training/coaching to the team.

• Client advisory provide proactive insights, such as identifying when dividends should be declared, or highlighting opportunities to improve financial outcomes.

• Strategic account growth support business development by expanding client relationships and portfolios (bonus incentives available).

• Ownership of end-to-end processes from bookkeeping oversight through to management accounts, VAT returns, and personal tax for business owners.

• Collaborate with UK stakeholders to ensure work is aligned with deadlines, client needs, and best practice standards.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Accountant (CA(SA), ACCA, ACA, AGA(SA) or equivalent).

• Proven experience as a Client Manager or Assistant Manager within a practice environment.

• Strong UK accounting exposure (LLPs, owner-managed businesses, group structures).

• Ability to review and manage offshore accounting teams with confidence.

• Client-facing, commercially minded professional who can spot opportunities and add value.

• Strong knowledge of Xero, QuickBooks, and IRIS (advantageous).

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• A proactive, entrepreneurial approach willing to challenge, advise, and grow with clients.

Why Join GCO

• Be employed by GCO Partners, a global talent solutions firm, while working directly with one of ourestablished UK partners.

• Opportunity to manage UK franchise accounts from South Africa, with international career growth exposure.

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.

• Work in a collaborative, ambitious team environment where your input matters.