Accountant

Accountant Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + Bonus & Benefits Location: Altrincham (Hybrid - Minimum 3 Days Office-Based) Employment: Full Time, Permanent

This is an opportunity to join a growing and highly regarded accountancy practice based in Altrincham.

Working within a close-knit team of five, you'll manage a varied portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients whilst building strong relationships and becoming a trusted adviser.

Personality matters just as much as technical ability. They're looking for someone who enjoys working with people, takes ownership of their work and leads by example.

Whether you're an experienced Accounts Senior ready to step up, or an established Accountant / Client Manager seeking a new environment, this could be the ideal next move.

The Role

As Accountant, you will manage a portfolio of owner-managed businesses, providing a broad range of accounting, tax and advisory services whilst ensuring exceptional client service at all times.

This is a hands-on role where you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality work, managing deadlines and acting as a key point of contact for clients.

You will work closely with the Client Director and wider team, supporting clients through all stages of their business journey whilst helping to drive efficiency and continuous improvement across the practice.

Accountant Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients

Prepare statutory accounts for limited companies

Complete corporation tax computations and returns

Prepare self-assessment tax returns

Monitor client deadlines and ensure all work is completed accurately and on time

Build strong relationships with clients and act as a trusted point of contact

Provide practical accounting and business advice to clients

Review financial information and identify opportunities to add value

Track job progress and support billing targets

Ensure compliance with relevant accounting and tax regulations

Utilise systems including IRIS, Xero, Sage and Dext

Support and mentor junior members of the team

Assist the Client Director with client service delivery and practice growth initiatives

Contribute to process improvements and operational efficiencies across the practice

Accountant Benefits

£45,000 - £50,000 salary depending on experience

Hybrid working available following successful completion of probation

36 days holiday including public holidays and Christmas office closure

5% employer pension contribution

Option to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday

Life assurance cover

Enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental pay

Enhanced sick pay

Employee assistance programme

Paid volunteer days

Referral scheme

Long service rewards and enhanced benefits

Regular team socials and events

Genuine progression opportunities within a growing practice

Accountant Requirements

This role would suit someone who is

AAT qualified, ACCA qualified, ACA qualified or equivalent

Experienced within an accountancy practice environment

Comfortable managing client relationships and taking ownership of their work

Experienced in preparing statutory accounts, corporation tax and self-assessment returns

Confident communicating with clients and providing advice

Commercially aware with strong attention to detail

Organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively

Positive, personable and able to contribute to a close-knit team environment

Someone who leads by example and enjoys supporting colleagues

Motivated, proactive and capable of working independently

To Be Considered

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