Senior Accountant / Client Manager

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Company pension

Generous annual leave

Professional development support

Career progression

Training opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is partnering with a well-established independent accountancy practice in Wakefield to recruit a Senior Accountant / Client Manager.

You will manage a diverse SME client portfolio, deliver high-quality accounting and advisory services, and mentor junior staff while pursuing clear progression opportunities in a supportive firm.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA qualified or Qualified by Experience (QBE).
• Minimum 5 years' UK accountancy practice experience.
• Strong experience preparing and reviewing statutory accounts.
• Experience managing a client portfolio within a UK practice environment.
• Good understanding of UK corporation tax and VAT requirements.
• Excellent client relationship and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of SME clients across sectors.
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts and management accounts.
• Preparing corporation tax returns and VAT returns.
• Providing proactive advice and client support.
• Attending client meetings and building long-term relationships.
• Reviewing work of junior team members and mentoring trainees.

Skills

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

ACA/ACCA or QBE

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Cloud accounting

Microsoft Excel

Accounts production software

Tax compliance software

Job description

Job Description

Senior Accountant / Client Manager

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 + Career Progression + Comprehensive BenefitsLocation: Wakefield, West Yorkshire | Office-Based | Permanent, Full-Time

Are you an experienced practice accountant looking for a role where your expertise is valued, your client relationships matter, and your career progression is genuinely supported?

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is delighted to be partnering with our client, a well-established and highly regarded independent accountancy practice in Wakefield, to recruit an accomplished Senior Accountant / Client Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded professional to manage a diverse client portfolio, mentor junior team members, and play a key role in the continued growth of a successful practice.

Offering a supportive environment, direct client exposure, and clear progression opportunities, this role is ideal for an ambitious accountant seeking their next long-term career move.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Accountant / Client Manager, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of SME clients across a range of sectors, delivering high-quality accounting and advisory services while building trusted client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of limited companies, sole traders and partnerships
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts
• Preparing and reviewing management accounts
• Preparing corporation tax returns
• Overseeing VAT returns and compliance activities
• Providing proactive advice and support to clients
• Attending client meetings and building long-term relationships
• Reviewing work completed by junior members of the team
• Supporting, mentoring and developing trainee and junior accountants
• Identifying opportunities to add value and improve client service delivery

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

• ACA, ACCA qualified or Qualified by Experience (QBE)
• Minimum 5 years' UK accountancy practice experience
• Strong experience preparing and reviewing statutory accounts
• Experience managing a client portfolio within a UK practice environment
• Good understanding of UK corporation tax and VAT requirements
• Excellent client relationship and communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines

Technical Skills

Experience with some or all of the following would be advantageous:

• Xero
• QuickBooks
• Sage
• Cloud accounting systems
• Microsoft Excel
• Accounts production software
• Tax compliance software

Career Development & Progression

Our client is committed to investing in their people and offers genuine opportunities for professional growth, including:

• Progression towards Client Manager, Senior Manager or Practice Management responsibilities
• Ongoing professional development
• Increased client advisory exposure
• Mentoring and leadership opportunities
• Involvement in business growth initiatives

Reward & Benefits Package

In addition to a competitive salary, our client offers:

• £45,000 - £55,000+ DOE salary depending on experience
• Clear career progression pathway
• Professional development support
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Company pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Regular training and development opportunities
• Long-term career stability within a growing practice