Senior Client Accountant

Thomas and Co international; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-share model

Cash back medical scheme

Life cover

Holiday buy-back option

Birthday day off

Flexible working opportunities

Career development pathways

Job summary

Thomas and Co International, based in Greater Manchester, seeks a Senior Client Accountant to join a hybrid/remote team. You will manage a client portfolio, prepare accounts and tax returns, review VAT, and handle complex inquiries while driving value through regular reviews and proactive insights.

The role emphasizes collaboration, ongoing professional development, and a flexible working environment with profit-sharing and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting environments with client focus.
• Currently pursuing an accounting qualification.
• Proficient in cloud accounting apps and VAT basics.
• Able to review financials and handle client queries.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small portfolio of clients and prepare accounts.
• Review corporation tax returns, VAT returns, and management accounts.
• Respond to complex client queries and identify new service opportunities.
• Provide feedback on bookkeeping errors and ensure timely submissions.
• Complete Xero/Dext training and deliver proactive insights.
• Support directors with accurate financial reporting.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Cloud accounting apps

Education

Accounting qualification in progress

Tools

DEXT

XERO

Job description

Are you enthusiastic, driven and passionate about accounting? Join our team to be part of our transformation within the finance industry! YOUR PARTNER IN BUSINESS! Job Title: Senior Client Accountant Location: Hybrid/Remote

Thomas and Co International are a multi-award-winning modern cloud-based accountancy firm based in greater Manchester, shaking up the world of finance with passion, hunger and a drive to provide an exceptional service to entrepreneurs and build a team of winners that want to do the same! Our specialty is providing entrepreneurs with deep insights into their finances to allow them to scale profitably, and tax efficiently while building generational wealth.

If you’re an ambitious professional in the accounting industry looking for an employer to finally allow you to spread your wings and fulfil your potential, then this could be the role for you! Visit our INSTAGRAM/LINKEDIN to find out more! We are seeking a skilled Senior Client Accountant to join our team, providing outstanding financial support while thriving in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a small portfolio of clients
• Preparation of accounts, corporation tax returns, P11d, management accounts, and accountant's references to review stage.
• Reviewing Director self-assessment tax returns and client-prepared VAT returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Managing complex client queries, identifying new service opportunities, and flag scope creep to the Client Manager.
• Providing feedback on bookkeeping errors, reviewing VAT returns prepared by Accounting Technicians, and ensuring timely submission.
• Completing delegated Xero/Dext training, and Enhancing client value through regular reviews, training and proactive insights.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• A willingness to learn and be receptive to honest feedback.
• Currently pursuing an accounting qualification
• Proficient in the cloud accounting app stack
• Proficient in using DEXT, XERO in a practice environment

Why Join Us?

At Thomas & Co International, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking, friendly, and supportive team. We value your expertise, encourage professional growth, and reward commitment.

Our benefits include:

• Profit-share model
• Cash back medical scheme
• Life cover
• Holiday buy-back option (up to 5 additional days each year)
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Flexible working opportunities
• Clear career development pathways

At Thomas and Co International, fostering a diverse and Flexible environment is not just a statement, it's our commitment. We believe in cultivating a workplace where every individual's unique background, perspective and talents are not only welcomed but celebrated. We understand that diversity fuels innovation and creativity, driving us towards excellence in everything we do. By embracing diversity, we strive to create an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to thrive!