Senior Accountant / Client Manager

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25+ days leave & holidays

Pension & membership fees

CPD & career development

Job summary

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd in Stockport seeks a Senior Accountant / Client Manager to lead a varied client portfolio and act as the primary advisor for financial compliance, tax strategy and growth planning.

The role offers hybrid working, supportive culture and a clear path toward Senior Manager, with ongoing CPD and staff development.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience) with 4-6+ years in UK accountancy practice.
• Proven track record managing a diverse client portfolio and statutory accounts, tax, and VAT.
• Strong advisory and relationship management with business owners.
• Experience leading and reviewing work of juniors, supporting team planning.
• Proficiency in cloud accounting software platforms including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage and IRIS.

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse client portfolio and ensure high-quality statutory accounts and tax returns.
• Provide proactive tax planning, cash flow forecasting, and growth advisory.
• Review work of junior staff and manage workflow within the team.

Skills

Portfolio management

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Advisory skills

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

IRIS

Job description

Job Description

Senior Accountant / Client Manager

Location: Stockport

Salary: £40,000 - £52,000 + Benefits

Are you an experienced practice accountant ready to step into a client-facing manager role, or an established Client Manager seeking a firm that offers genuine autonomy and a supportive culture? Our client is a prominent, well-established accountancy practice with a strong footprint across Greater Manchester and the North West. Operating from their modern Stockport office, they are seeking an ambitious Senior Accountant / Client Manager to lead a varied client portfolio and act as a key driver of department success.

The Opportunity

This role offers an ideal balance of technical oversight, portfolio ownership, and advisory engagement. Taking responsibility for a diverse client base of local owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and corporate entities, you will serve as the primary advisor for financial compliance, tax strategy, and growth planning. Supported by a skilled team of trainees and seniors, you will play a central role in staff development, review processes, and high-touch client delivery within a collaborative, growth-focused practice environment.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

• Qualifications & Experience: ACA/ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience) with 4-6+ years of UK accountancy practice background.
• Portfolio Management: Proven track record managing a diverse portfolio, ensuring high-quality delivery of statutory accounts, management accounts, corporation tax, and VAT returns.
• Advisory & Relationship Management: Confident acting as the main point of contact for business owners, delivering proactive tax planning, cash flow forecasting, and commercial business advice.
• Team Leadership: Experience reviewing work completed by junior colleagues, providing constructive feedback, and assisting with team workflow planning.
• Technical Software Skills: Proficiency in cloud accounting software platforms including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, and IRIS.

Package & Benefits

• Base Salary: £40,000 - £52,000 (negotiable dependent on experience and portfolio background).
• Flexibility & Balance: Hybrid working arrangements alongside flexible working hours around core business times.
• Time Off & Extras: 25+ days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, enhanced pension scheme, and paid professional membership fees.
• Career Growth & Environment: Clear, structured pathways toward Senior Manager/Associate level, supported ongoing CPD, and regular team social events.