Accounts Senior / Manchester / Permanent Role / Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits / Full Time Hybrid Role / Excellent Working Conditions

• Competitive salary DOE

• 25–28 days holiday plus bank holidays

• Pension scheme

• Career development and training opportunities

• Flexible hybrid working (office & home)

• Staff wellbeing initiatives

• CPD support and professional membership fees paid

We are working in partnership with a well-established accountancy practice based in Manchester to recruit an experienced Accounts Senior. This is a key role within the practice, supporting a portfolio of clients across various sectors. The successful candidate will be technically strong, proactive, and confident, with excellent client-facing and team management skills.

• Managing a portfolio of clients from preparation of accounts through to completion

• Preparing statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders

• Handling bookkeeping, VAT, and payroll queries where required

• Reviewing and supervising work of junior staff, providing guidance and training

• Liaising with clients, resolving queries, and providing proactive advice

• Supporting audit and compliance work where required

• Ensuring deadlines are met and work is completed accurately and to a high standard

To be successful in your application you MUST have the following:

• ACA, ACCA, part-qualified or equivalent experience within an accountancy practice

• Previous experience within an accountancy practice, ideally with exposure to a varied client portfolio

• Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation, VAT, and compliance

• Experience managing or mentoring junior staff

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work to strict deadlines

• Confident client-facing and communication skills

• Strong IT skills, particularly Excel and accounting software

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing accountancy practice that values career development, client service, and a supportive working environment. The role offers excellent career progression, flexible hybrid working, and a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package.

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