Senior Accountant / Client Manager 

Up to £50,000 DOE 

Manchester based – Hybrid options 

Permanent Position

*Please Note: Sponsorship not available*

The Practice

This fast-growing accountancy practice based in Manchester has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality accounting, tax, and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurs, and growing companies.

The practice offers exposure to a varied client base and a broad range of work, enabling team members to develop well-rounded experience beyond traditional compliance services. With a strong focus on professional development, career progression, and employee wellbeing, the firm provides an environment where talented accountants can thrive and advance their careers.

Combining the benefits of a supportive team culture with the opportunities that come from working within a rapidly growing business, a great opportunity for accounting professionals seeking their next career move.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients, acting as their primary point of contact for accounting, tax, and advisory matters.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts, management accounts, and tax returns for a variety of business entities.
• Deliver high-quality accounting and compliance services, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Provide proactive business, financial, and tax advice to support client growth and success.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through excellent service and communication.
• Review the work of junior team members, providing guidance, support, and technical mentoring.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiencies, and the use of technology across the practice.
• Support managers and directors with advisory projects, client meetings, and business development activities.
• Stay up to date with changes in accounting standards, tax legislation, and industry developments to ensure best practice.

This position would suit someone:

• ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualified (or qualified by experience).

• Strong background within accountancy practice.
• Experience managing a client portfolio and building long-term client relationships.
• Excellent knowledge of accounts preparation, taxation, and compliance requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Experience reviewing and mentoring junior staff.
• Commercially minded with a proactive and solutions-focused attitude.

If you are looking to join a forward thinking practice who are able to offer a competitive package, flexible working options and the drive to build you up alongside the business through development opportunities – look no further!