Senior Accountant – Client-Facing with Growth Path

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; Congleton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established independent Accountancy Practice in the Congleton area is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join its team. This is a client-facing role supporting SMEs across statutory accounts, tax, VAT and management accounts.

You will manage client assignments, liaise directly with business owners and mentor junior colleagues, with potential progression toward Client Manager responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in UK accountancy practice.
• Strong statutory accounts preparation and finalisation.
• Knowledge of Corporation Tax, Personal Tax and VAT.
• Experience supporting SMEs and owner-managed businesses.
• Confident in client communication and managing assignments with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and finalise accounts for companies, sole traders and partnerships.
• Produce accounts from client records and reconciled working papers.
• Prepare Corporation Tax computations and returns.
• Prepare or assist with Personal Tax Returns.
• Produce VAT Returns and management accounts.
• Review accounting records and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage multiple client assignments and deadlines.
• Act as a regular contact for clients.
• Explain accounts, tax liabilities and year-end adjustments clearly.
• Support clients using Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or similar systems.
• Identify matters requiring Partner input and assist with junior colleagues' work.
• Contribute to efficient workflow and high client-service standards.

Skills

UK practice experience

Statutory accounts

Corporation Tax

VAT knowledge

SME client support

Client communication

Portfolio management

Education

ACA/ACCA/AAT

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

A well-established independent Accountancy Practice in the Congleton area is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join its team. This is a client-facing role supporting SMEs across statutory accounts, tax, VAT and management accounts.

You will manage client assignments, liaise directly with business owners and mentor junior colleagues, with potential progression toward Client Manager responsibilities.