Senior Practice Accountant / Client Manager

DSC Consultancy; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

True Flexibility

Career Progression

Culture

Job summary

DSC Consultancy, based in Rochdale, is seeking a Senior Practice Accountant / Client Manager to lead a growing SME and corporate portfolio. The role blends technical accounting with strategic client advisory, delivering proactive tax planning and forecasting while mentoring junior staff.

You will drive effective client relationships, manage statutory accounts, and utilise cloud platforms like Xero/QuickBooks to streamline processes.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified ACCA, ACA, or equivalent (QBE) with UK practice experience.
• Experience managing statutory accounts, tax returns, and client advisory.
• Proficient with cloud accounting platforms such as Xero and QuickBooks.

Responsibilities

• Manage statutory accounts, corporation tax returns, and VAT submissions.
• Provide tax planning, business advisory, and forecasting to clients.
• Be primary contact for client queries and build long-term relationships.
• Mentor junior team members and review their work.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows using cloud accounting.
• Lead junior team and aid progression.

Skills

Client management

Communication

Cloud accounting

Xero

QuickBooks

UK GAAP

Education

ACCA/ACA qualified

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

A progressive, forward-thinking accountancy practice based in Rochdale is seeking a Senior Practice Accountant / Client Manager. The firm is built on a culture of mutual respect, professional excellence, and genuine inclusivity. They understand that life happens outside of the office, which is why they actively champion work-life balance, offering flexible working models that empower our team to thrive both personally and professionally.

Seeking a dedicated and technically strong Qualified Accountant to manage a diverse and growing portfolio of local SME and corporate clients. This is a highly collaborative role where you will act as a trusted advisor to business owners while helping to shape the future of our practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the preparation and review of statutory accounts, corporation tax returns, and VAT submissions.
• Providing proactive tax planning, business advisory, and financial forecasting services directly to clients.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for client queries, building strong, long-term professional relationships.
• Mentoring, supporting, and reviewing the work of junior team members and trainees.
• Identifying opportunities to streamline client workflows using cloud accounting software (Xero/QuickBooks).
• Leading junior members of the team and aiding their progression

Seeking

• Qualifications: Fully qualified ACCA, ACA, or equivalent (QBE) candidates with extensive practice experience will also be considered).
• Experience: A proven track record working within a UK accountancy practice environment.
• Skills: Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable advice for clients.
• Tech Savvy: Proficient in cloud accounting platforms and standard practice software.

What is on offer

• True Flexibility: working options alongside flexible core hours to suit your lifestyle or family commitments.
• Career Progression: Clear, transparent pathways to partnership or senior management with active professional development support.
• Culture: A supportive, welcoming, and collaborative team environment that celebrates diversity and wellbeing.
• Benefits: Competitive pension scheme, generous holiday allowance (plus bank holidays), and regular team social events.