Job Title

Accounts Senior

Location

Manchester

Salary

£34,000 – £42,000 (depending on level)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Senior to join a well-established and growing accountancy practice. This role offers the chance to work with a varied portfolio of clients while developing your technical expertise, building strong client relationships, and supporting the development of junior team members.

If you're an ACA or ACCA finalist or qualified accountant looking to take the next step in your practice career, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team with genuine opportunities for progression.

What you will be doing as an Accounts Senior

• Preparing year-end statutory accounts for a range of clients.
• Preparing corporation tax returns and directors' personal tax returns.
• Meeting with clients to discuss financial information, accounts and business matters.
• Reviewing work completed by junior team members and providing constructive feedback.
• Ensuring all accounts and tax returns are completed accurately and submitted within statutory deadlines.
• Preparing reports and supporting documentation for senior management review.
• Mentoring trainees and junior members of the team, supporting their professional development.
• Managing client workflows to ensure assignments are delivered on time and within budget.
• Resolving client queries and providing proactive support throughout the accounting process.
• Identifying opportunities to introduce additional services where appropriate.

What you will need to succeed as an Accounts Senior

• ACA or ACCA finalist or fully qualified.
• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
• Strong experience preparing statutory accounts and tax returns.
• Knowledge of FRS 102, FRS 102 Section 1A and FRS 105.
• Experience preparing consolidated accounts.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
• The ability to manage your own workload and work independently.
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior staff.
• Experience using cloud accounting software and practice management systems would be advantageous.

Why join this firm?

• Annual bonus scheme.
• 23 days annual leave plus your birthday off.
• Health cash plan (following successful probation).
• Company sick pay.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Company pension scheme.
• Perks and employee discounts platform.
• Paid professional membership or subscription.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Ongoing professional development and genuine opportunities for career progression.Flexible benefits, including options for critical illness cover, health cash plan, cycle to work scheme, eye care and dental cover.

What next?

The client is keen to start interviewing NOW! So, if you are interested, please apply ASAP!

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