Senior Accountant

ACCA Careers; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Pension

Wellbeing support

Training & certifications

Mentoring

Team social events

Volunteering days

Job summary

ACCA Careers in Manchester City Centre seeks an experienced Senior Accountant to deliver high-quality accounting and financial services to clients within the professional services sector. You will prepare statutory accounts, manage client accounts, advise on tax planning, mentor junior staff, ensure timely financial reports and tax filings, and build strong relationships to drive service excellence.

Experience with UK accounting standards and tax, plus proficiency in Xero, Sage, QuickBooks and

Qualifications

• ACCA/CIMA/ACA certification with broad UK accounting and tax expertise.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts and supporting audits.
• Knowledge of corporate tax, VAT, personal tax and self-assessment.
• Strong leadership and coaching capabilities.
• Proficient in Xero, Sage, QuickBooks and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review statutory accounts and financial statements for clients.
• Manage and oversee client accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Provide expert advice on tax planning and financial strategies.
• Support junior team members through mentoring and training.
• Ensure timely submission of financial reports and tax filings.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, offering professional guidance.
• Analyse financial data to identify areas for improvement and growth.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Statutory accounts

Tax planning

Client relations

Education

ACCA/CIMA/ACA credential

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team within the professional services industry. This role is based in Manchester City Centre and involves delivering high-quality accounting and financial services to clients.

Client Details

The company is a respected name within the professional services industry, operating as a small sized organisation. It provides exceptional accounting and finance solutions, focusing on supporting its clients with expert advice and tailored services.

Description

• Prepare and review statutory accounts and financial statements for clients.


• Manage and oversee client accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.


• Provide expert advice on tax planning and financial strategies.


• Support junior team members through mentoring and training.


• Ensure timely submission of financial reports and tax filings.


• Build and maintain strong client relationships, offering professional guidance.


• Analyse financial data to identify areas for improvement and growth.


• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless service delivery.

Profile

A Successful Senior Accountant Should Have

• Qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA with broad UK accounting & tax expertise


• Experience preparing/statutory accounts and supporting audits


• Confidence in corporate tax, VAT, personal tax, and self-assessment


• Strong team leadership and coaching capabilities


• Excellent IT skills - proficient in Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, and Excel


• High standards of accuracy with strong prioritisation and communication skills

Job Offer

• Competitive salary between £40,000 and £43,000 per annum.


• Permanent position within a reputable company in Manchester.


• Supportive and collaborative company culture.


• Comprehensive healthcare, pension & wellbeing support.


• Continuous professional development - training, certifications, mentoring.


• Team social events, volunteering days, and recognition initiatives.