Senior Accountant

Ready to join an accountancy firm that's genuinely different? If you're an experienced Business Services Senior or Assistant Manager looking for more than just another practice role, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

Our client is a well-established independent accountancy and advisory firm with an outstanding reputation for putting people and client relationships first. Why this opportunity stands out This isn't a firm where you'll simply manage compliance work and sit behind a screen.

They're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships, understands what excellent client service looks like and wants to become a trusted adviser to growing businesses.

You'll work with an exciting and varied client base, attend networking events across Manchester, and play an active role in helping grow the firm's presence alongside an established Business Development team and strong links with the local business community.

Most importantly, this is a business that genuinely invests in its people. The Role Working within the Business Services team, you'll support a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, providing high-quality accounting and advisory services while building strong, long-term client relationships.

Responsibilities will include

Preparing statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies

Preparing corporation tax computations

Producing management accounts, VAT returns and bookkeeping assignments

Supporting clients with day-to-day accounting queries

Working closely with Managers and Partners on client relationships

Identifying opportunities to add value for clients

Representing the firm at networking and business development events

Supporting the continued growth of the Manchester office

About You We're looking for someone with personality, commercial awareness and a genuine passion for working with clients.

You'll ideally have

ACA or ACCA qualification (or be Qualified by Experience)

Previous experience within an accountancy practice

Experience preparing accounts for a range of business clients

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

A proactive, commercially minded approach

Confidence meeting clients and attending networking events

A genuine ambition to develop your career

Applications are welcomed from experienced Business Services Seniors ready for the next step, as well as existing Assistant Managers. What's on Offer Alongside a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, you'll enjoy:

Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)

Flexible working hours

Clear progression opportunities all the way to Director level

Brand-new Manchester city centre offices

Supportive leadership team with an open-door culture

Ongoing professional development and funded CPD

Paid professional memberships

Enhanced pension scheme with life assurance

Annual leave purchase scheme

Health cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee referral bonuses

Financial rewards for introducing new clients or winning new business

A collaborative, friendly culture where relationships matter

From day one you'll experience the firm's unique culture, including an induction at Head Office where you'll spend time meeting senior leaders, giving you a real insight into the business and its ambitious plans for the future. About the Business Our client is an ambitious independent accountancy and advisory firm with multiple offices across the UK and exciting plans for continued growth.

Despite their size, they've retained the culture of an independent practice, placing exceptional client service, long-term relationships and people development at the heart of everything they do.

If you're looking for a firm where your personality is valued just as much as your technical ability, where progression is genuinely achievable, and where you can play a key role in the growth of a thriving Manchester office, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Adele Carr Recruitment for a confidential discussion.