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Fresh Perspective Resourcing; Bury; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Team events

Hybrid working

Job summary

Fresh Perspective Resourcing in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Accountant to support a friendly, growing accountancy practice in Bury. You will manage client portfolios, oversee year-end statements and tax queries, and provide strategic financial advice on planning and cash flow.

Candidates should have Level 4 AAT or ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifications, experience in practice, and be proficient with Xero, QuickBooks, and Excel. Hybrid working and flexible hours are offered to suit your setup.

Qualifications

• Level 4 AAT or ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification is required or desirable.
• Experience in an accountancy practice is highly desirable.
• Confidence in managing your own client portfolio and building client relationships.
• Strong knowledge of UK accounts, tax and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with Xero and QuickBooks; proficient in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients, managing all accounting matters.
• Prepare year-end financial statements and handle tax queries.
• Oversee payroll processing and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide strategic financial advice on tax planning, budgeting, and cash flow.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, corporation tax, and personal tax filings.
• Mentor junior staff and support their development.

Skills

Client portfolio management

Year-end statements

Payroll processing

Tax planning

Financial advice

UK tax compliance

Team player

Ambition

Education

Level 4 AAT or ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Are you a Senior Accountant that has a passion for supporting your clients?

We’re working with a fabulous accountancy practice who’ve got a super friendly and fun team who all get on really well

They offer tonnes of perks including working from home and flexible hours!

You’ll be preparing year-end financial statements, handling tax queries, managing a portfolio of clients and all accounting matters

This role could be full time or part time so if you’re interested in a chat then

As a Senior Accountant, your responsibilities will include…

• Act as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients, managing all accounting matters
• Prepare year-end financial statements, handle tax queries and ensure compliance
• Oversee payroll processing and ensure regulatory compliance
• Provide strategic financial advice on tax planning, budgeting, and cash flow
• VAT prepare and submit VAT returns, corporation tax, and personal tax filings
• Mentor junior staff, offering guidance, reviewing work, and supporting their development

We are looking for a Senior Accountant with the following skills and experience…

• A minimum Level 4 AAT qualification or ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification
• Experience working in an accountancy practice role is massively desirable
• Confidence managing your own client portfolio and building strong client relationships
• Good working knowledge of UK accounts, tax and compliance requirements
• Familiar with accounting software such as Xero and QuickBooks, along with strong Excel skills
• Driven, ambitious, team player and hungry to learn, develop your career and bring new ideas

In return, the successful Senior Accountant will receive a salary of £35,000 - £45,000, plus the following benefits…

• Hybrid working, one day in the office per week in Bury
• Flexible working hours
• Team events including team lunches