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Senior AccountantHawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions • Bury, England, UK
Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions • Bury, England, UK
26 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Senior Accountant

Salary: DOE Excellent Benefits

Location: Bury Greater Manchester (Hybrid Working)

Take the next step in your accountancy career within a forward-thinking growing advisory firm

Are you an ambitious Senior Accountant looking to progress your career in a dynamic and supportive environment Our client a well-established and highly regarded independent accountancy and advisory firm is seeking a talented individual to join their expanding Bury office.

This is an outstanding opportunity to work closely with owner-managed businesses gaining exposure to a broad range of accounting tax and advisory work while benefiting from strong mentoring clear progression pathways and a genuinely people-focused culture.

The Role: Client-Facing Senior Accountant

In this varied and rewarding role you will act as a trusted advisor to a diverse portfolio of clients delivering high-quality accounting services and commercially focused insights.

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparation of statutory accounts for sole traders partnerships and limited companies
  • Production of management accounts and financial reports
  • Preparation of corporation tax computations including capital allowances
  • Completion and review of VAT returns (Xero and cloud-based systems)
  • Oversight and review of bookkeeping assignments
  • Assisting with audit assignments and completion of audit sections
  • Supporting senior management in achieving KPIs and client service targets
  • Acting as a key point of contact for clients building strong relationships
  • Mentoring and reviewing work of junior team members
  • Identifying business development opportunities and supporting growth initiatives

What Were Looking For

To succeed in this role you will bring a strong blend of technical expertise and client-facing experience.

Essential Requirements

  • 35 years UK practice experience within an accountancy firm
  • ACA / ACCA qualified or part-qualified (finalist level considered)
  • Proven experience preparing limited company accounts and tax computations
  • Strong working knowledge of UK GAAP
  • Experience with cloud accounting software (Xero preferred)
  • Solid understanding of VAT personal tax and corporate tax
  • Excellent communication and client management skills
  • Ability to review work and support junior colleagues

Desirable Skills

  • Exposure to audit assignments
  • Experience contributing to business development or networking activities
  • Strong organisational and project management capabilities

Career Progression

Our client is committed to developing their people and offers:

  • Clear progression to Assistant Manager and Manager level
  • Ongoing professional development and exam support
  • Opportunities to specialise in advisory tax or audit
  • Exposure to a broad and interesting client base

Comprehensive Benefits Package

You will benefit from a well-rounded and competitive package including:

  • salary (dependent on experience and qualifications)
  • Hybrid working model (Bury office with flexibility)
  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  • Pension scheme with salary sacrifice options
  • Full study support and professional development opportunities
  • Private healthcare support
  • Employee wellbeing initiatives and programmes
  • Electric car scheme & onsite charging facilities
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Regular social events and team activities
  • Access to independent financial and mortgage advice

Location & Working Pattern

  • Based in Bury Greater Manchester
  • Hybrid working available (flexible home/office split)
  • Easily commutable from Manchester Bolton Rochdale and surrounding areas

If you are ready to take the next step in your accountancy career and join a firm that values growth collaboration and long-term development we would love to hear from you.

Contact:
David Hawthorne-Finch

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.


Required Experience:

Senior IC


Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
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