Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Up to £42,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Study support available

Bury, Greater Manchester - Hybrid working (2-3 days in office)

Permanent

You will be joining a small, close‑knit team of seven, working on a varied mix of accounts, tax and compliance work for a broad range of clients. The role is hands‑on from the start, and the practice needs someone who can contribute quickly rather than spend months finding their feet. The business is open to candidates at different stages of their career, including those still working towards their qualifications, with study support available for the right person.

• Preparation of accounts for a mixed portfolio of clients including sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Completion of VAT returns and ensuring clients remain MTD compliant
• Preparation of corporation tax computations and CT600 returns
• Personal self‑assessment tax returns for directors, sole traders and individuals
• Management accounts preparation and financial reporting to support client decision‑making
• Bookkeeping and ledger management for a range of clients
• Supporting and reviewing the work of junior team members
• Building and maintaining strong day‑to‑day relationships with clients
• Contributing to the wider team's KPIs and supporting the management team as required

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice - this is essential
• Solid grounding in accounts preparation across a variety of client types
• ACA, ACCA or AAT qualified or part‑qualified - qualified by experience will also be considered
• Comfortable with bookkeeping, VAT and personal tax
• Someone who takes ownership of their work and can manage their own deadlines
• A good communicator who builds trust with clients and works well within a small team

• Salary of up to £42,000 depending on experience
• Study support for candidates working towards ACA, ACCA or AAT
• Hybrid working - 2-3 days per week in the Bury office
• Clear route to portfolio holder as the practice grows
• Small, supportive team with a collaborative and family‑friendly culture
• Part of a larger group with strong long‑term growth plans

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