Accountant & Client Manager
Location: Greater Manchester
Employment Type: Full Time | Permanent
The Opportunity
We're working with a modern, forward-thinking accountancy practice supporting ambitious owner‑managed businesses across a wide range of sectors.
This firm takes a genuinely advisory‑led approach – working closely with clients to help them understand their numbers, improve performance, and achieve long‑term growth rather than simply delivering compliance services.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice accountant looking to step into a broader, more client‑facing role with real ownership and progression potential.
The Role
As Accountant & Client Manager, you'll manage your own portfolio of SME clients, combining technical accounting expertise with relationship management and commercial insight.
Responsibilities
* Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for limited companies
* Corporation tax and personal tax compliance
* Producing and reviewing management accounts
* Reviewing work completed by an offshore accounting team
* Acting as the main point of contact for client queries
* Supporting business owners with financial insight and performance discussions
* Helping clients improve accounting systems and reporting processes
* Supporting and mentoring junior team members where appropriate
* Contributing to ongoing advisory and business improvement projects
What Makes This Role Different?
Strong focus on client relationships and advisory work
Opportunity to work closely with entrepreneurial business owners
Modern cloud‑based systems and processes
Offshore support structure enabling focus on higher‑value work
Clear progression opportunities as the firm continues to grow
Collaborative and supportive team environment
About You
You’ll come from an accountancy practice background and enjoy working directly with clients.
You may currently be working as an:
* Accounts Senior
* Senior Accountant
* Client Accountant
* Portfolio Accountant
* Assistant Manager
and looking for a role offering greater ownership and client exposure.
We’re particularly interested in someone who:
* Has experience preparing and reviewing accounts and tax returns
* Is confident producing management accounts
* Communicates confidently with clients
* Has strong organisational and problem‑solving skills
* Is proactive, commercially aware and solutions‑focused
* Enjoys working as part of a collaborative team
* Is motivated to grow into a senior client‑facing position
Experience with Xero or cloud accounting software would be advantageous.
Salary & Benefits
* Salary circa £40,000 - £55,000, depending on experience
* On‑site parking
* Pension scheme
* Private healthcare (after qualifying period)
* Life insurance
* Employee assistance programme
* Friendly and supportive working environment
* Regular team social events
The Culture
This is a business that values attitude, curiosity and teamwork as highly as technical ability. The successful candidate will enjoy working closely with both clients and colleagues in a collaborative, growth‑focused environment where ideas and initiative are encouraged.
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