Senior Accountant

Michael Page (UK); Altrincham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Altrincham is looking for a Senior Accountant to manage a portfolio of SME clients. The role involves preparing statutory accounts, VAT returns, and corporate tax computations while providing mentorship to junior team members. Candidates should have ACA/ACCA qualifications or be QBE with at least 3-4 years of practice experience. The firm offers a competitive salary of £34,000 — £36,000, a supportive team culture, and on-site parking in Hale.

Benefits

Competitive salary

On-site parking

People-first team culture

Opportunity to make a real impact

Flat structure

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-4 years' experience in practice.
• Comfortable working in-office 5 days per week.
• Be able to commute to Altrincham.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of SME clients.
• Prepare statutory accounts, VAT returns, management accounts, and corporate tax computations.
• Support and mentor a semi-senior team member.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge across accounts and tax

Collaborative mindset

Experience with IRIS

Experience with QuickBooks

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified or QBE

Tools

IRIS

QuickBooks

Job description

• Join a friendly Hale firm with parking and a flat structure culture.
• Well‑rounded role with variety and mentoring in a close‑knit team.

About Our Client

This small but well‑established firm in Hale offers a full suite of accountancy services to a sector‑agnostic client base below the audit threshold. With a team of five, they pride themselves on their collaborative culture, flexibility, and genuine care for both clients and colleagues.

Job Description

As a Senior Accountant, you'll manage a portfolio of SME clients, preparing statutory accounts, VAT returns, management accounts, and corporate tax computations. You'll also support and mentor a semi‑senior team member and contribute to the firm's hands‑on, all‑in‑it‑together approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Statutory Accounts Preparation
• VAT Returns
• Management Accounts
• Corporate Tax
• Bookkeeping
• Mentoring and Support

The Successful Applicant

The successful Senior Accountant should have:

• ACA/ACCA qualified or QBE
• Minimum 3-4 years' experience in practice
• Strong technical knowledge across accounts and tax
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to support junior staff
• Comfortable working in‑office 5 days per week
• Experience with IRIS and QuickBooks (preferred)
• Be able to commute to Altrincham

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £34,000 — £36,000
• On‑site parking in Hale
• Supportive, people‑first team culture
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a small, agile firm
• Flat structure - just good people doing great work