Chartered Accountant - Accountancy Practice
Location: Southport Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 DOE Job Type: Ful-time, Permanent Working Arrangements: Hybrid
The Opportunity
A well-established Accountancy Practice based in Southport is entering a new chapter - and we are looking for a qualified accountant with practice experience who can take ownership of a client portfolio, lead from the front, and grow into a senior leadership position within their business. The practice is part of a global group, which means you will be supported by wider expertise, shared resources, and the opportunity to be involved in broader initiatives beyond the Southport office.
This is not a back-office role. It is for someone who can build relationships, lead conversations with business owners, and develop the Southport operation with real autonomy. For the right person, there is a clear progression route to Director level within a few years, with a performance linked incentive package aligned to growth and delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Take ownership of a portfolio of SME and owner managed business clients
* Lead client meetings and be the day-to-day senior point of contact in Southport
* Prepare and review year end accounts (UK GAAP, FRS 102/FRS 105)
* Corporation tax compliance and planning opportunities (with support where appropriate)
* Review work prepared by the team, coaching and improving quality
* Drive service standards, workflow, and deadlines within the Southport office
* Identify opportunities to add value: fees, advisory, efficiencies, and client experience
* Work closely with the senior leadership team on growth and office performance
* Help recruit, develop, and retain a high performing local team as the office grows
* Be proactive in improving how we work using technology and automation
What we are looking for
Essential
* ACA / ACCA Qualification
* 5+ years' UK accountancy practice
* UK GAAP & statutory reporting lead capability
* Strong SME accounts production and review experience
* Confident and credible with clients, able to explain things clearly and calmly
* Commercial mindset, comfortable taking responsibility and making decisions
* Strong organisational skills and good judgement under pressure
Desirable
* Experience leading a small team or acting as the senior lead in a branch / office
* Cloud accounting exposure (Xero / QuickBooks and app stack)
* A track record of improving processes, client experience, or fees
* Interest in advisory and building long term client relationships
The type of person who will thrive
* You hold accountability and fulfil commitments
* You enjoy client contact and can hold your own with business owners
* You are ambitious and want influence, not just a job title
* You are comfortable being the senior face of an office and setting standards
* You are genuinely interested in modernising the way a practice operates
Reward and Progression
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Performance linked incentive package (aligned to Southport growth, client retention, and quality)
* A clear pathway to Director level within a few years for the right person
* Autonomy, trust, and support from an established wider leadership team
If this sounds like your next opportunity - apply here or contact Liz Chapman at Reed today.
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