Senior Practice Accountant / Client Manager

DSC Consultancy; Rochdale; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working model

Path to partnership or senior管理

Professional development support

Competitive pension and generous leave

Job summary

DSC Consultancy, an accountancy practice based in Rochdale, is seeking a Senior Practice Accountant / Client Manager. The role balances technical accounting with client advisory, designed for a collaborative, inclusive culture that values work-life balance.

You will manage statutory accounts, tax returns, and VAT, while mentoring junior staff and expanding a diverse SME/corporate portfolio. Flexible core hours support your lifestyle and career progression toward leadership.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified ACCA, ACA, or equivalent (QBE) candidates apply.
• Experience in a UK accountancy practice is essential.
• Strong communication skills translate complex data into actionable client advice.

Responsibilities

• Manage preparation and review of statutory accounts and VAT submissions.
• Provide proactive tax planning and business advisory services to clients.
• Be the primary contact for client queries and nurture long-term relationships.
• Mentor and review work of junior team members and trainees.
• Identify efficiencies using cloud accounting tools like Xero or QuickBooks.
• Lead junior staff and support their progression.

Skills

Communication skills

Business advisory

Leadership

Education

ACCA/ACA or equivalent

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks Online

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