Accounts Senior

Company: NC Associates
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Practice Accountant Senior / £40,000 – £50,000 + Benefits / Manchester City Centre / Hybrid Working / Career Progression Opportunities

Practice Accountant Senior Benefits

  • Competitive Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 (DOE)
  • Hybrid and Flexible Working Options
  • Clear Career Progression Opportunities
  • Study Support (if applicable)
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Exposure to a Varied Client Portfolio
  • Supportive and Collaborative Practice Environment

NC Associates are working in partnership with a well-established and growing Accountancy Practice based in Manchester City Centre to recruit a Practice Accountant Senior. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice accountant looking to take the next step within a progressive and supportive firm offering strong client exposure and long‑term career development.

Reporting into Managers and Partners, you will manage a portfolio of clients while supporting junior team members and ensuring high‑quality delivery across accounts and advisory work.

Practice Accountant Senior Responsibilities

  • Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for a varied portfolio of SME and owner‑managed business clients
  • Preparing and reviewing management accounts and financial reports
  • Supporting client advisory work including forecasting and business support
  • Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
  • Reviewing work prepared by junior team members and providing feedback
  • Supporting and mentoring Accounts Assistants and trainees
  • Assisting with tax compliance work including corporation tax and VAT returns
  • Ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and internal procedures
  • Supporting Managers and Partners with ad‑hoc project work and client assignments
  • Managing multiple deadlines and client deliverables effectively

Practice Accountant Senior Experience Required

To be successful in your application, you should have the following experience:

Essential:

  • ACA / ACCA qualified or qualified by experience
  • Strong background working within an Accountancy Practice environment
  • Experience preparing statutory accounts for SME / owner‑managed businesses
  • Good technical accounting knowledge
  • Experience reviewing work completed by junior staff
  • Strong communication and client relationship skills
  • Ability to manage workload and deadlines effectively
  • Strong Microsoft Excel and accounting software skills

Desirable:

  • Experience with cloud‑based accounting software including Xero and Sage
  • Exposure to advisory‑focused client work
  • Previous mentoring or supervisory experience

What’s on Offer?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Practice Accountant Senior looking to join a progressive Manchester City Centre practice offering genuine career progression, strong client exposure, and the opportunity to play a key role within a growing team.

If you have the relevant experience and are looking for your next opportunity within practice, please apply today or contact tom.crouch@ncassociates.co.uk for further information.

Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates with relevant experience will be contacted.

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Posted: May 10th, 2026