Accounts Senior

Company: NMS Recruit Ltd
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Location: Trafford
Job Description:

My client, a successful and established accountancy practice, is looking to recruit an experienced Senior Accountant to join their growing Altrincham office. This is a fantastic opportunity for an AAT qualified (or above) accounting professional with strong general practice experience who enjoys a hands‑on, client‑facing role.

Reporting to the Client Director, the successful candidate will manage a varied portfolio of clients, deliver high-quality accounting and tax services, and play an important role in supporting both clients and colleagues within a supportive and forward‑thinking practice.

Responsibilities

  • Managing a portfolio of clients
  • Preparing accounts for limited companies
  • Completing self‑assessment tax returns
  • Preparing corporation tax computations and returns
  • Monitoring deadlines, workflow and billing targets
  • Building strong client relationships and providing trusted advice
  • Supporting trainees and colleagues with development and technical guidance
  • Using systems including IRIS, Sage, DEXT and Xero

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience within an accountancy practice
  • AAT qualified or above
  • Strong experience with self‑assessment tax returns
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commercially aware with a proactive approach
  • Strong organisational and reporting skills
  • Full UK driving licence essential

Benefits

  • 36 days holiday including Bank Holidays & Christmas closure
  • 5% employer pension contribution
  • Buy/sell holiday scheme
  • Hybrid working after probation
  • Enhanced family leave and sick pay
  • Employee assistance programme & life assurance
  • Volunteer days and charity initiatives
  • Long service rewards and referral scheme

Basic salary of 35,000 – 40,000 per annum.

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Posted: May 31st, 2026