Accounts Senior

Location: Manchester Working pattern: Full-time

About AMS Group AMS Group is a UK Top 60 accountancy firm headquartered in Manchester, with over 40 years of history in professional services. What began as a family-run practice in Blackburn in 1982 has grown into a nationwide advisory business with more than 200 employees across 12 offices. Our divisions span Audit, Accounts, Tax and Advisory, and we take a relationship-driven approach that creates genuine value for clients at every stage of their journey.

Our culture is something we're proud of. In 2024, we were named the 7th Best Accountancy Firm to Work for in the UK, featured in the Top 100 Companies to Work For, recognised as Best Employer in Tax (Tolley's Taxation Awards 2025), and awarded Employer of the Year at the GM Chamber of Commerce Awards 2024.

The role We're looking for an experienced Accounts Senior to join our Accounts team in Manchester. You'll manage a portfolio of clients, oversee accounts preparation, and play an active role in supporting and developing junior colleagues. This is a hands-on role with real client contact and clear progression within a well-regarded and growing firm.

What you'll be doing • Preparing accounts files, corporation tax returns and personal tax returns for directors to a standard ready for Accounts Director review • Meeting clients regularly to discuss their accounts and act as a key point of contact for ongoing service delivery • Reviewing the work of junior team members, providing constructive feedback and ensuring review points are addressed before submission • Preparing files and associated reports ready for the Accounts Director to debrief clients following review • Ensuring accounts and tax returns are submitted in line with firm compliance and close-down procedures • Mentoring colleagues from apprentice level through to Accounts Senior, and supporting the Accounts Director in day-to-day team management • Managing client diaries and workflow to ensure work is completed on time and within budget • Monitoring client fee recovery and flagging concerns to the Accounts Director where renegotiation may be required • Identifying and recommending cross-sell opportunities from across AMS Group's full range of services

What you'll bring • ACCA or ACA qualified (or equivalent) with at least three years of post-qualification experience • Strong background in practice, with proven experience in accounts preparation including FRS102, FRS102 Section 1A and FRS105 • Experience with consolidations • A track record of building and maintaining client relationships • Confidence in mentoring colleagues and supporting team development • Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage clearly at all levels • The ability to take ownership, use initiative and resolve issues independently

What's on offer • Competitive salary • 23 days annual leave plus an additional day off for your birthday • Option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave • Discretionary annual bonus scheme • Health cash plan (post-probation) • Perkbox subscription • One paid professional membership or subscription • Cycle to work scheme • Company sick pay • Enhanced parental pay policies • Employee Assistance Programme • Company pension scheme

AMS Group is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

You may have experience of the following: Accounts Senior, Practice Accountant, Senior Accountant, Client Accounts Manager, Audit Senior, Accounts and Tax Senior, Practice Senior, Financial Reporting Senior, Qualified Accountant – Practice, Senior Practice Accountant, Accounts Manager

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