Qualified Accountant

A growing practice is looking for a Senior/Qualified Accountant in a key client-facing role!

This is ideal for a qualified Accountant who enjoys managing client relationships, delivering high-quality compliance and advisory work and supporting the development of junior team members.

What’s in it for you?

Competitive salary of £45,000

Company car - Polestar 2 Black, two years remaining on lease

Performance-based bonus scheme available following successful completion of your initial onboarding period

Clear progression opportunities within a growing practice

A genuine opportunity to influence, develop, and grow with the business

A modern office working environment with a supportive team

What you’ll be doing as Senior/Qualified Accountant You will take ownership of a varied client portfolio, acting as the main point of contact while ensuring deadlines, quality, and commercial value are consistently delivered.

Key Responsibilities

Managing a large portfolio of SME clients, including limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships

Preparation and review of statutory accounts and corporation tax returns

Preparation and review of personal tax returns, with the ability to identify and support tax planning opportunities

Acting as a trusted adviser to clients on accounting, tax, and general business matters

Managing deadlines and workflow across your client portfolio

Reviewing work prepared by junior staff and providing guidance, support, and mentoring

Supporting partners with advisory projects and ongoing practice development

What we’re looking for in a Senior/Qualified Accountant

ACCA or AAT qualified

Must be Wirral-based

Strong UK practice background with extensive experience

Proven experience managing your own client portfolio

Excellent technical knowledge of UK accounting and tax

Confident and professional communicator with strong client relationship skills

Experience using cloud accounting software such as QuickBooks, FreeAgent, Xero and Sage and preferably tax software TaxCalc

Comfortable reviewing work and supporting junior team members

Proactive, well-organised, and commercially minded, with a can-do attitude

To apply for this role as Senior/Qualified Accountant, please click apply online and upload an updated copy of your CV.

Note: The job title of ‘Senior’ relates simply to the level of experience and has no relevance to age. You are encouraged to apply for any opportunities that you feel to be suitable, irrespective of age or level of experience.

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