An established accountancy firm in Southport is entering an exciting new phase of growth and is looking to appoint a qualified Senior Accountant who can take ownership of a client portfolio and play a key role in developing the local office. The salary on offer is £50,000 - £60,000 DOE.

This is a highly visible, client-facing position offering genuine autonomy. You will act as the senior point of contact for clients in Southport, lead from the front, and work closely with the wider leadership team to drive growth, performance, and standards.
For the right individual, there is a clear and structured pathway to Director level within a few years, supported by a performance-related incentive package aligned to delivery and office success.

Senior Accountant Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients
• Lead client meetings and act as the day-to-day senior contact in the Southport office
• Prepare and review year-end accounts under UK GAAP (FRS 102 / FRS 105)
• Oversee corporation tax compliance and identify planning opportunities
• Review and supervise work prepared by junior team members, providing coaching and support
• Drive service standards, workflow management, and delivery deadlines
• Identify opportunities to add value across advisory, fees, and client experience
• Support the growth of the Southport office, working alongside senior leadership
• Assist with recruitment, development, and retention of a high-performing team
• Improve processes through the use of technology, automation, and smarter working practices
• Collaborate with the wider group, including occasional presence in the Birkenhead office

Senior Accountant Attributes

Essential

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Minimum 5 years' UK accountancy practice experience
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and statutory reporting
• Proven experience in accounts preparation and review for SME clients
• Confident communicator, able to build credibility with business owners
• Commercial mindset with the ability to take ownership and make decisions
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities

Desirable

• Experience leading a team or acting as the senior lead within an office or branch
• Exposure to cloud accounting systems (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks)
• Track record of improving processes, client delivery, or fee growth
• Interest in advisory work and building long-term client relationships

Senior Accountant Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-linked incentive package aligned to growth and delivery
• Clear progression route to Director level within a defined timeframe
• High level of autonomy with visible impact on office performance
• Support from an established leadership team and wider group network
• Opportunity to influence systems, processes, and the future direction of the office
• Exposure to a broader platform through global group connections

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