Senior Accountant

Achieve Professionals; England; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Achieve Professionals in Knutsford, Cheshire is recruiting a Client Manager / Senior Accountant to manage a portfolio of owner‑managed businesses, delivering accounting, tax, and advisory services.

The role involves preparing statutory accounts, reviewing tax computations, and driving client discussions on financial performance. You will work with Xero and collaborate with colleagues across payroll and personal tax functions.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification, or substantial relevant experience.
• Experience managing client relationships and delivering accounts and tax assignments.
• Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and corporation tax compliance.
• Experience producing management accounts and discussing financial results with clients.

Responsibilities

• Act as main point of contact for a portfolio of owner-managed businesses.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts and corporation tax computations.
• Prepare and review management accounts and explain results.
• Lead client discussions on financial performance and deadlines.
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability, cash flow and reporting.
• Coordinate with bookkeeping, payroll and tax colleagues to deliver a consistent service.
• Manage deadlines and workloads across your portfolio.
• Provide technical guidance and support to colleagues.

Skills

Client relationships

Deadline management

Financial analysis

People leadership

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Tools

Xero

Job description

Client Manager / Senior Accountant

Knutsford, Cheshire

£42,500-£50,000 dependent on experience

Achieve Professionals is recruiting a Client Manager / Senior Accountant on behalf of a boutique chartered accountancy practice in Knutsford.

The firm works closely with business owners across a range of sectors, combining accounts and tax services with practical advice on performance, growth and future planning.

This opportunity would suit an experienced practice accountant who enjoys taking ownership of client relationships, delivering high-quality work and helping business owners understand their numbers.

The Role

You will manage a portfolio of clients, coordinating their accounting and tax requirements while providing a responsive, personal service.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as the main point of contact for a portfolio of owner-managed businesses.
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts and corporation tax computations.
• Preparing and reviewing management accounts, explaining results and highlighting key trends.
• Leading client discussions on financial performance, upcoming deadlines and accounting queries.
• Identifying opportunities to improve profitability, cash flow and financial reporting.
• Working with senior colleagues on tax planning and wider business advisory matters.
• Coordinating with bookkeeping, payroll and personal tax colleagues to deliver a consistent service.
• Managing deadlines and workloads across your portfolio.
• Supporting colleagues through technical guidance and constructive feedback.
• Helping clients make effective use of Xero and improving internal processes where appropriate.

About You

You will be an experienced accountancy practice professional who combines strong technical skills with a confident, approachable manner.

Ideally, you will bring:

• ACA or ACCA qualification, or substantial relevant experience.
• Experience managing client relationships and delivering accounts and tax assignments.
• Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and corporation tax compliance.
• Experience producing management accounts and discussing financial results with clients.
• Confidence working with owner-managed businesses and understanding their priorities.
• Familiarity with Xero and other accounting software.
• The ability to manage competing deadlines and maintain high standards.
• An interest in developing your advisory skills and supporting colleagues.

This could suit an established Client Manager or a Senior Accountant ready to take greater ownership of a portfolio.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Salary of £42,500-£50,000, dependent on experience.
• Direct relationships with business owners and meaningful responsibility for your work.
• Exposure to both compliance and business advisory services.
• Tailored CPD, regular one-to-ones and development reviews.
• An accessible leadership team and opportunities to contribute ideas.
• Modern offices and investment in systems and technology.
• Quarterly team socials and events.