Accounts Senior

Accounts Senior | £38,000 – £48,000 + Benefits | Manchester | Hybrid Working | Career Progression | Permanent

NC Associates are working in partnership with a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice based in Manchester to recruit an experienced Accounts Senior. This is an excellent opportunity for a practice-trained accountant looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking firm that offers genuine progression opportunities.

You will play a key role supporting Managers and Partners while managing your own portfolio of clients across a varied sector base, gaining strong exposure and responsibility within a collaborative team environment.

Accounts Senior Role Overview

• Preparation of statutory accounts for a portfolio of SME and owner-managed businesses

• Preparation of management accounts

• Preparation and submission of corporation tax computations

• Supporting junior staff with training and technical guidance

• Reviewing work prepared by trainees where appropriate

• Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact

• Liaising with Managers and Partners on assignments

• Supporting workflow management and meeting deadlines across multiple assignments

• Assisting with ad hoc advisory and project work

• Working closely with internal departments including tax and audit teams where required

Accounts Senior Required Experience

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment (essential)

• ACA / ACCA qualified or part-qualified / QBE candidates considered

• Experience preparing statutory accounts under UK GAAP / FRS102

• Strong working knowledge of cloud accounting software (e.g. Xero, Sage, QuickBooks)

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines across a varied client portfolio

• Strong communication skills with the ability to build long-term client relationships

• Proactive and organised approach with strong attention to detail

What’s on Offer

• Salary: £38,000 – £48,000 (depending on experience)

• Hybrid working

• Structured career progression opportunities

• Study support (if applicable)

• Exposure to a varied client portfolio

• Supportive and collaborative team culture

• Modern offices in a central Manchester location

• Competitive benefits package

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive firm that actively supports professional development and provides clear progression routes towards Manager-level roles.

If you have the skills and experience detailed above and are looking to develop your career within a respected Manchester-based practice, please contact Tom Crouch at NC Associates
[email protected]

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