Senior Accountant

Are you an ambitious Senior Accountant looking to progress your career in a dynamic and supportive environment Our client a well-established and highly regarded independent accountancy and advisory firm is seeking a talented individual to join their expanding Bury office.

This is an outstanding opportunity to work closely with owner-managed businesses gaining exposure to a broad range of accounting tax and advisory work while benefiting from strong mentoring clear progression pathways and a genuinely people-focused culture.

In this varied and rewarding role you will act as a trusted advisor to a diverse portfolio of clients delivering high-quality accounting services and commercially focused insights.

• Preparation of statutory accounts for sole traders partnerships and limited companies
• Production of management accounts and financial reports
• Preparation of corporation tax computations including capital allowances
• Completion and review of VAT returns (Xero and cloud-based systems)
• Oversight and review of bookkeeping assignments
• Assisting with audit assignments and completion of audit sections
• Supporting senior management in achieving KPIs and client service targets
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients building strong relationships
• Mentoring and reviewing work of junior team members
• Identifying business development opportunities and supporting growth initiatives

To succeed in this role you will bring a strong blend of technical expertise and client-facing experience.

• 35 years UK practice experience within an accountancy firm
• ACA / ACCA qualified or part-qualified (finalist level considered)
• Proven experience preparing limited company accounts and tax computations
• Strong working knowledge of UK GAAP
• Experience with cloud accounting software (Xero preferred)
• Solid understanding of VAT personal tax and corporate tax
• Excellent communication and client management skills
• Ability to review work and support junior colleagues

• Exposure to audit assignments
• Experience contributing to business development or networking activities
• Strong organisational and project management capabilities

Our client is committed to developing their people and offers:

• Clear progression to Assistant Manager and Manager level
• Ongoing professional development and exam support
• Opportunities to specialise in advisory tax or audit
• Exposure to a broad and interesting client base

You will benefit from a well-rounded and competitive package including:

• salary (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• Hybrid working model (Bury office with flexibility)
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Pension scheme with salary sacrifice options
• Full study support and professional development opportunities
• Private healthcare support
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and programmes
• Electric car scheme & onsite charging facilities
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee referral bonuses
• Regular social events and team activities
• Access to independent financial and mortgage advice

• Based in Bury Greater Manchester
• Hybrid working available (flexible home/office split)
• Easily commutable from Manchester Bolton Rochdale and surrounding areas

If you are ready to take the next step in your accountancy career and join a firm that values growth collaboration and long-term development we would love to hear from you.

Contact:
David Hawthorne-Finch

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.