Senior Accountant

Manchester | Leading Accountancy Practice

Salary: £48,000 - £60,000 DOE + Bonus + Hybrid Working

Ready to join a highly regarded accountancy practice where you'll work with ambitious businesses, build long-term client relationships, and have a clear pathway for career progression?

A respected and growing firm in Manchester is looking to appoint a Senior Accountant to strengthen its Business Services team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking practice with a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and entrepreneurial clients across a variety of sectors.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Accountant, you'll take ownership of a portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality accounting and advisory services while working closely with Managers and Partners to support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients.
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders.
• Producing management accounts and supporting clients with financial reporting.
• Reviewing VAT returns and overseeing bookkeeping assignments.
• Working closely with clients to provide commercial advice and business insights.
• Supporting cloud accounting implementations and process improvements.
• Acting as a primary point of contact for client queries.
• Reviewing and mentoring the work of junior members of the team.

About You

• Previous experience within an accountancy practice environment.
• ACA or ACCA qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience.
• Strong technical accounts preparation and client management experience.
• Familiarity with cloud-based accounting software, including Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commercially minded with a proactive approach to client service.
• Ambitious and keen to progress within a growing firm.

What's On Offer?

Competitive salary of £48,000 - £60,000 DOE

Annual bonus scheme

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Clear progression pathway to Manager level

Exposure to a varied and high-quality client portfolio

Ongoing training and professional development

Enhanced holiday allowance and pension scheme

Supportive and collaborative culture

Apply Today

Whether you're an experienced Senior Accountant seeking greater responsibility or a high-performing Accounts Senior ready to step up, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a well-respected Manchester practice that genuinely invests in its people and provides a clear route for career advancement. Apply here or contact Liz Chapman at Reed for a confidential conversation.