Practice Accounting
Location
Manchester
Salary
Β£40000 - Β£50000
Job Type
Permanent
Ref
EXPIRED
Practice Accountants
Job description
We are seeking an accounting professional, with a background in practice based accounting, to join a dynamic and growing accounting firm on a full-time basis in Manchester.
This is an exciting opportunity for a practice-based accountant with a strong background in UK accountancy firms. The ideal candidate will be confident in client communication, possess excellent attention to detail, and be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Key Responsibilities
- This is a client-facing role where you will be responsible for building trusted relationships through regular communication, proactive support, and tailored advice.
- Review work prepared by junior staff and offer mentorship to support their development
- Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance client experience
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and deadlines
- Prepare financial statements in compliance with UK accounting standards (FRS 105, FRS 102 1A, and full FRS 102).
- Maintain and update bookkeeping records
- Process financial transactions, reconcile accounts, and ensure accuracy in the general ledger
- Assist in financial reporting, trend analysis, and management accounts reporting
- Manage VAT workings, reconciliations, and VAT return preparation
- Knowledge of UK tax
- Payroll experience is an advantage
- Audit experience would be a plus
- Stay up to date with accounting principles, tax regulations, and industry best practices
- Manage a portfolio of business clients, providing accounting, tax, and advisory services
What You’ll Bring
- Proven experience in accountancy within practice
- Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence in managing client relationships
- Strong knowledge of tax and accounting standards (ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent preferred)
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach to client needs
- Leadership and team collaboration skills
Your Accountancy and Finance point of contact is:
Senior Consultant - Accountancy & Finance
Email
jake@platinumrecruits.co.uk
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