At Krystal Clear Accounting, we do things differently. We're based in Altrincham, and we help ambitious businesses (£400k–£2m+) by giving them real clarity and support, not just box-ticking compliance.
We've built a culture where you're trusted, heard, and rewarded. No pointless timesheets. No office politics. No Sunday-night dread. Just a forward-thinking practice where your career can move at pace — and where Mondays don't exist.
Why Join Us?
* 4-day working week (Tues–Fri, 8am–6pm) – paid full-time
* £30k–£50k salary (depending on experience)
* 6 weeks holiday allowance
* Private medical + life insurance + pension scheme
* Regular socials & free parking
* Ongoing mentoring, training, and career growth
* No late nights. No micromanagement. No BS.
Is This The Role For You?
If you're a Senior Accountant who wants real responsibility, direct client impact, and the freedom to shape how work gets done — this could be the best move you ever make.
What's On Offer
* Salary: £30,000–£50,000 (DOE)
* 36-hour week across 4 days (Tue–Fri)
* 6 weeks holiday
* Private medical insurance + life insurance
* Pension scheme
* Free parking & team socials
* Personal development into leadership/client advisory
What We're Looking For
* 2+ years in UK accountancy practice (essential)
* Confident reviewing accounts, tax returns, and leading client meetings
* Strong technical knowledge (FRS102, tax compliance)
* Skilled with Xero + other cloud systems
* Ability to explain complex numbers in plain English
* Enjoys working with clients on advisory, not just deadlines
* UK driving licence + ability to travel to Altrincham office
A Typical Day Here Might Look Like
* 8:00 – Team coffee & quick catch-up
* 8:30 – Review accounts, SATRs, CT600s
* 10:30 – Client meeting: explain numbers, highlight opportunities
* 12:00 – Lunch & a walk
* 1:00 – Handle HMRC queries / client questions
* 2:00 – Support offshore delivery team & review work
* 3:30 – Use our reporting systems to identify value gaps for clients
* 5:30 – Wrap up, set priorities for tomorrow
* 6:00 – Done (Fridays are always off)
Every day's different, but you'll own your workload and get the backing to deliver properly.
The Details
We're office-based in Altrincham (WA14). Bright, modern, fully cloud-enabled. You'll join a small, collaborative team that values results over presenteeism.
This is a senior role in a growing practice — you won't be stuck in a box or treated like a cog. You'll play a key part in shaping the firm and delivering genuine results for business owners.
Ready To Apply?
Hit "Apply Now" with:
* Your CV
* A short note telling us why this role stood out to you
* Your salary expectations & notice period
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Private medical insurance + life insurance
* Health & wellbeing support
* Flexitime
* Free parking & team socials
* Referral programme
Location:
Altrincham WA14 2EX (must be able to commute or relocate)
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Flexitime
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Private medical insurance
* Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Altrincham WA14 2EX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* Do you have experience of running client meetings independently (e.g. reviewing accounts, discussing tax or performance)?
NO Experience
Yes
* Are you confident using cloud-based accounting software like Xero or Quickbooks?
NO experience
Yes
* What Accountancy Qualification or QBE do you have?:
AAT
ACCA
ACMA
ACA
QBE
NONE
Experience:
* Preparing & reviewing accounts in UK Accountancy Practice: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 01/08/2025
Reference ID: CM001NOV22