Senior Practice Accountant/Client Manager- independent firm who encourage progression

About the company

Real career progression - not just words - are what our client, a highly reputable independent chartered firm are offering the successful applicant for this Senior Practice Accountant (Client Manager) post that we at Reed Practice are managing.

For decades, this outstanding firm has built an enviable reputation for delivering an exceptional service to a diverse and loyal client base. Their continued success is founded on an unwavering commitment to integrity, professionalism, and genuinely meeting their clients - and employees - needs.

They have developed a stable, collaborative, and highly respected working environment for their staff. The commitment to developing the team has been demonstrated by internal promotions - these and their sustained period of growth has created an exciting opportunity for an ambitious practice Senior Accountant* to join their friendly, ambitious, and technically strong team.

Your tasks

This role offers far more than the traditional practice position as the firm sees this developing into a senior leadership role in time.

You'll be another trusted advisor to a varied portfolio of clients, providing valuable commercial insight and building meaningful relationships while working in a firm where your expertise, ideas, and contribution are genuinely recognised.

If you're looking for a role that combines technical accounting with client interaction, career progression, and variety, this could be the perfect next step.

Reporting immediately to the partners, you'll have a pivotal role in building strong relationships with, and delivering high-quality accounting and advisory services to your clients. Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as a trusted business partner to clients, providing practical accounting, taxation, and business advisory support.
• Preparing year-end accounts, corporation and self-assessment tax with VAT returns for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies in accordance with FRS 102 Section 1A.
• Supporting, mentoring, and developing junior members of the team.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant accounting standards and legislation.
• Assisting with payroll and audit assignments when required.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• ACA or ACCA qualification trained in practice, working to UK regulations.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation under FRS 102 Section 1A.
• Good working knowledge of VAT, with payroll experience being advantageous.
• Experience using cloud accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks,
• Excellent organisation and communication skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong client-facing and relationship management abilities.
• A positive, collaborative approach with a genuine desire to support colleagues.

What we offer

Why Join This Firm? Join a well-established and highly respected independent practice that genuinely invests in its people. You'll benefit from clear career progression, with a proven track record of internal promotions through to Partner level, while working with a diverse client portfolio that offers variety, challenge, and continuous professional development. With a collaborative and supportive culture, strong local reputation, and ambitious growth plans, this is an opportunity to become a trusted advisor to clients and build a long-term career within a stable and forward-thinking firm.

How to apply

For a confidential discussion, contact Natalie Harden at Reed Practice, or apply today.