Accounts Senior

Accounts Senior | Forward Thinking Boutique Firm | 4 Day Week | Greater Manchester

Are you a detail-driven and confident Accounts Senior looking to take your career to the next level?

Do you want to join a modern, commercially savvy firm where your work truly adds value and your work-life balance is genuinely respected?

This growing and innovative accountancy practice in Greater Manchester is looking for a capable and ambitious Accounts Senior to join their friendly team.

Offering a rare 4-day working week, this is your chance to play a key role in a client-focused firm that blends technical excellence with commercial insight.

About the Role:

You’ll take the lead on a diverse portfolio of limited company clients, acting as a key point of contact and ensuring high-quality compliance work is delivered on time.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Preparing year-end statutory accounts for limited companies

• Corporation tax computations and submissions

• Reviewing and finalising VAT returns and bookkeeping

• Preparing and interpreting management accounts and reports

• Reviewing work prepared by offshore teams, ensuring accuracy and compliance

• Supporting client queries and assisting with business advisory projects

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on ownership, accountability, and variety. You’ll work closely with business owners and have the opportunity to grow your advisory exposure, while still maintaining a strong grounding in core accounts work.

Why Join This Firm?

• 4-day working week (Tuesday to Friday, 8am to 6pm) with a full-time salary

• Emphasis on collaboration, client relationships, and quality over box-ticking

• Work alongside entrepreneurial and ambitious clients

• Gain exposure to advisory projects and commercial conversations

• Long-term career progression, including potential equity in the business

• On-site parking and modern office environment

• Support from an offshore team so you can focus on higher-value work

About You:

You’ll be ACA, ACCA, or AAT qualified (or finalist), with a background in practice and confident handling a range of clients and compliance tasks.

You’ll likely be someone who:

• Is experienced in preparing and reviewing accounts to a high standard

• Has a good understanding of corporation tax and VAT

• Can confidently manage a client portfolio and build strong relationships

• Enjoys the variety of practice work but also craves deeper client insight

• Has excellent attention to detail and a proactive, organised approach

• Is eager to progress and develop within a forward-thinking firm

What’s on

Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• 4-day working week (Tuesday to Friday)

• On-site parking

• Professional development and support with qualifications

• Clear route for progression, including leadership and equity potential

• A genuinely supportive, down-to-earth team

Ready to step into a role where you’ll be valued, challenged, and supported in equal measure?

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat