Senior Accountant

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 DOE

Location: Stockport | Clear Career Progression in a Supportive Practice Environment

Take the Next Step in Your Practice Accountancy Career

Are you an experienced practice accountant looking for a role where you can take ownership of client relationships, mentor junior team members, and continue developing your professional expertise?

H-FTS is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client, a respected and growing accountancy practice based in Stockport, for an experienced Senior Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team where your technical skills, client management abilities, and commercial awareness will be genuinely valued.

Offering a competitive salary, exposure to a varied portfolio of clients, and genuine opportunities for career progression, this position is ideal for an ambitious accountant seeking long-term development within practice.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality accounting and taxation services to a diverse client base across various sectors.

You will manage your own portfolio of clients, prepare accounts and tax returns, support junior colleagues, and act as a trusted advisor to businesses and individuals.

This is a predominantly office-based position in Stockport, providing excellent collaboration with colleagues and clients while offering a stable and supportive working environment.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts & Financial Reporting

• Prepare year-end accounts and financial statements for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Produce accurate management accounts where required.
• Review financial information and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards.
• Support clients with bookkeeping and accounting queries.

Tax Compliance & Advisory

• Prepare and review Corporation Tax and Income Tax returns.
• Liaise directly with HMRC regarding client matters and compliance issues.
• Assist clients with general tax planning and compliance requirements.

Client Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Respond promptly and professionally to client enquiries.
• Gather, review and analyse client information efficiently.
• Provide proactive support and practical financial guidance.

Team Support & Development

• Mentor and support junior members of the team.
• Assist with technical queries and training where appropriate.
• Contribute to maintaining high service standards across the practice.

About You

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

Essential Experience

• 3-5 years' UK accountancy practice experience in accounts preparation and tax compliance.
• Proven experience managing a portfolio of clients.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Strong knowledge of Corporation Tax and Personal Tax compliance.
• Experience liaising directly with clients and HMRC.

Qualifications

• AAT qualified, ACCA part-qualified, ACCA qualified, ACA qualified, or qualified by experience (QBE) will be considered.
• Relevant accounting and taxation knowledge gained within a UK practice environment.

Technical Skills

• Experience using accountancy software such as:
  • IRIS
  • Sage
  • Xero
  • FreeAgent
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.

Personal Attributes

• Professional and client-focused approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Positive team player with a willingness to support colleagues.

Salary & Benefits

Package on Offer

• £35,000 - £45,000 per annum DOE
• Competitive salary reviewed in line with experience and qualifications.
• Clear career progression opportunities within a growing practice.
• Exposure to a diverse and interesting client portfolio.
• Ongoing professional development and training support.
• Mentoring and development opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Established and reputable practice with a strong local presence.
• Modern accountancy software and systems.
• Convenient Stockport location with office-based team support.

Career Progression

This role offers a genuine opportunity to develop into a more senior position within the practice. As the firm continues to grow, there will be opportunities to expand your client management responsibilities, enhance your technical expertise, and contribute to the future development of the business.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced practice accountant seeking a new challenge within a supportive and professional accountancy firm, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Contact: David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Apply now to discuss this opportunity in complete confidence and take the next step in your accountancy career.

Please note: All applications and enquiries will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Semi Senior Accountant

Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 DOE

Location: West Yorkshire

Develop Your Practice Career with a Modern, Growing Firm

Are you an ambitious Semi Senior Accountant looking to build your career within a supportive and forward-thinking accountancy practice?

Our client is seeking a motivated accounting professional to join their growing team in West Yorkshire. This role offers the opportunity to manage your own portfolio of clients, gain exposure to a varied range of businesses, and develop your technical skills across accounts, bookkeeping, VAT and management reporting, with a clear pathway towards senior and management positions.

The Role

Working closely with senior members of the team, you will manage a portfolio of small business clients while supporting the delivery of high-quality accounting services.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients using cloud accounting software
• Processing bookkeeping records and maintaining accurate financial information
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Liaising with clients via telephone and email
• Supporting the firm's Making Tax Digital (MTD) services
• Assisting with accounts preparation up to trial balance
• Supporting the production of management accounts
• Managing deadlines and prioritising workload effectively
• Working collaboratively within a supportive team environment
• Occasional travel to clients when required

About You

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' recent UK accountancy practice experience
• Experience preparing accounts for:
  • Sole Traders
  • Limited Companies
  • Partnerships
• Strong bookkeeping and VAT knowledge
• Experience using cloud accounting software, including:
  • Xero
  • QuickBooks
  • Sage Business Cloud
  • FreeAgent (desirable)
• Ability to prepare accounting records to trial balance level
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Desirable

• AAT qualified or studying
• Experience preparing management accounts
• Knowledge of Making Tax Digital requirements
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Salary & Benefits

• £28,000 - £35,000 DOE (potential flexibility for exceptional candidates)
• Clear progression pathway to Senior Accountant
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Exposure to a diverse client portfolio
• Hands-on experience with modern cloud accounting systems
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Stable, growing accountancy practice
• Free on-site parking
• Company pension scheme
• Regular career development reviews

Why Join Our Client?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing practice where you'll gain broad exposure across accounts and bookkeeping while developing valuable client management skills. You'll work closely with experienced accountants, receive ongoing support, and benefit from genuine career progression opportunities.

Apply Now

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Apply today to take the next step in your accountancy practice career.

Senior Accountant / Client Manager

Salary: £40,000 - £55,000+ DOE

Location: West Yorkshire 

Looking for More Than Just Another Practice Role?

Our client, a well-established accountancy practice in West Yorkshire, is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant / Client Manager to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious practice professional looking for greater responsibility, direct client exposure, and a genuine pathway to management.

The Role

You will manage a varied portfolio of clients and provide high-quality accounting and tax services to owner-managed businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts for sole traders, partnerships, LLPs and limited companies
• Prepare corporation tax and personal tax returns
• Manage and develop client relationships
• Review work completed by junior team members
• Prepare and review management accounts
• Liaise with clients on accounting, taxation and business matters
• Support partners with ad-hoc projects and advisory work

About You

Essential Requirements

• ACA or ACCA Qualified (QBE candidates also considered)
• 3+ years' recent UK accountancy practice experience
• Strong accounts preparation experience across multiple business types
• Excellent knowledge of corporation tax, personal tax and VAT
• Experience managing client relationships
• Strong communication, organisational and time-management skills
• Proficient with Excel and Microsoft Office

Desirable

• Portfolio management experience
• Management accounts experience
• Knowledge of CCH, Xero and Sage
• Experience reviewing junior staff work

Salary & Benefits

• £40,000 - £55,000+ DOE
• Clear progression to Manager level
• Diverse and interesting client portfolio
• Ongoing professional development
• Supportive team environment
• Direct client exposure and responsibility
• Free on-site parking
• Pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance

Apply Now

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Audit Semi Senior

Salary: £28,000 - £38,000 + Full Study Support + Clear Career Progression

Location: Manchester | Hybrid Working Available | ACA/ACCA Development Programme

Accelerate Your Audit Career with a Leading UK Accountancy Practice

Are you an ambitious Audit Semi Senior looking to build your technical expertise, gain exposure to a diverse client portfolio, and progress your career within a supportive and forward-thinking accountancy practice?

Our client, a highly respected accountancy and business advisory firm within a leading UK professional services group, is seeking an Audit Semi Senior to join their Manchester office. This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified ACA or ACCA professional who is looking to develop their audit career in an environment that genuinely invests in training, development and long-term progression.

Working alongside experienced Audit Managers, Senior Managers and Directors, you will gain exposure to a broad range of clients while continuing your professional studies and building the skills required for future promotion.

The Opportunity

As an Audit Semi Senior, you will play a key role in supporting audit assignments from planning through to completion. Working as part of a collaborative audit team, you will assist in delivering high-quality audit services while developing your technical and commercial knowledge.

You will have the opportunity to take increasing responsibility for audit engagements, support junior team members and build strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting audit assignments both on-site and remotely.
• Assisting in the planning, execution and completion of audit fieldwork.
• Ensuring audit work complies with firm procedures, regulatory requirements and auditing standards.
• Preparing audit documentation and working papers to a high professional standard.
• Contributing to audit findings and identifying key risks and control weaknesses.
• Assisting with the preparation and review of financial statements.
• Developing and maintaining positive client relationships throughout engagements.
• Supporting and mentoring Audit Juniors where appropriate.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across audit, accounts, tax and advisory teams.
• Continuously developing technical knowledge and professional skills.

About You

Essential Requirements

• Part-qualified ACA or ACCA with active progression towards qualification.
• 2-4 years of UK Practice experience within audit and accounts.
• Experience working on statutory audits for a range of clients.
• Good understanding of:
  • UK GAAP
  • FRS 102
  • IFRS
  • UK auditing standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Desirable Skills

• Experience using CaseWare, CCH, or similar audit software.
• Exposure to owner-managed businesses, SMEs and corporate clients.
• Experience reviewing junior team members' work.
• Knowledge of emerging audit and compliance regulations.

Why Join Our Client?

Our client is committed to helping ambitious professionals achieve their full potential through structured training, professional support and genuine career development opportunities.

Benefits Package

• Competitive salary of £28,000 - £38,000
• Full ACA/ACCA study support package
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Professional subscription fees paid
• Life assurance cover
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Dedicated learning and development programmes
• Technical and leadership training
• Regular salary reviews
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Modern Manchester office
• Inclusive and supportive team culture
• Regular social and networking events

Career Progression

This role offers a clearly defined progression pathway, allowing successful candidates to develop towards:

• Audit Senior
• Assistant Audit Manager
• Audit Manager
• Senior Leadership opportunities in the future

You will receive ongoing mentorship from experienced professionals and gain exposure to increasingly complex assignments as your career develops.

Location & Working Arrangements

Manchester, Greater Manchester

• Hybrid working available.
• Flexible working arrangements offered.
• Occasional travel to client sites as required.

Apply Today

If you are a motivated Audit Semi Senior seeking your next challenge within a growing and people-focused accountancy practice, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Confidentiality Statement

H-FTS is acting as a recruitment partner on behalf of our client. All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence. Your personal details will not be shared with our client without your prior consent.

Audit Manager

Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

Location: Liverpool | Hybrid Working Available | Outstanding Career Progression

Lead High-Profile Audit Engagements with a Growing Top UK Accountancy Group

Are you an ambitious Audit Manager looking to take the next step in your career with a highly respected and rapidly growing accountancy practice?

Our client, a leading regional accountancy and business advisory firm within a prominent UK-wide professional services group, is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join its Liverpool office. This is an excellent opportunity to work with an impressive portfolio of owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and larger corporate clients while developing your leadership capability within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

If you're looking for a role that offers genuine career progression, exposure to a diverse client base, and the opportunity to influence and mentor developing talent, this could be the ideal next move.

The Opportunity

As an Audit Manager, you will take responsibility for managing audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality service to clients across a broad range of sectors.

You will work closely with Partners and Directors, acting as a trusted advisor to clients whilst leading and developing junior members of the audit team.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

• Leading and managing multiple audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the audit process.
• Reviewing audit work and ensuring compliance with regulatory and professional standards.
• Managing audit budgets, timelines, resource allocation and profitability.
• Supervising, coaching and mentoring Audit Seniors and junior team members.
• Reviewing financial statements prepared under FRS 102 and IFRS.
• Identifying opportunities to improve client service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Building and maintaining strong long-term client relationships.
• Supporting business development initiatives and identifying opportunities for additional services.
• Working closely with Directors and Partners to ensure successful delivery of engagements.

About You

To be successful in this role you will possess:

Essential Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent recognised qualification).
• Minimum 4-6 years' UK Practice experience within audit and accounts.
• At least 2 years' experience operating at Audit Manager or Senior Audit Manager level.
• Strong technical knowledge of:
  • UK GAAP
  • FRS 102
  • IFRS
  • UK auditing standards and regulatory requirements
• Proven experience managing a client portfolio and overseeing multiple engagements simultaneously.
• Strong team leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and client-facing communication abilities.
• Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and engagement profitability.
• Full right to work within the UK.

Desirable Skills

• Experience using CCH Audit Automation, CCH Accounts Production, Inflo, or similar audit software.
• Experience working with owner-managed businesses and mid-market corporate clients.
• Exposure to group audits and consolidated financial statements.

Why Join Our Client?

This is more than just another Audit Manager position.

You'll be joining a people-focused organisation that combines the agility and culture of a regional practice with the resources, expertise and opportunities of a larger national group.

Key benefits include:

• Competitive salary of £55,000 - £70,000
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Private healthcare options
• Life assurance cover
• Professional subscription fees paid
• Comprehensive learning and development programmes
• Structured career progression pathway towards Senior Manager and Director level
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing initiatives and support
• Regular social and networking events
• Inclusive and collaborative working culture
• Modern office environment in Liverpool
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance

Career Development

Our client is committed to investing in its people.

You will benefit from:

• Ongoing technical and leadership training.
• Exposure to complex and high-value audit assignments.
• Mentoring from experienced Partners and Directors.
• Clear progression opportunities towards Senior Manager, Director and future leadership positions.
• Opportunities to contribute to wider business initiatives and strategic projects.

Location & Working Arrangements

Liverpool, Merseyside

• Office-based with flexible hybrid working arrangements available.
• Occasional travel to client sites across the North West and wider UK as required.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced Audit Manager seeking a rewarding opportunity within a progressive and growing professional services firm, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com 

Confidentiality Statement

H-FTS is acting as a recruitment partner on behalf of our client. All applications and enquiries will be handled with the strictest confidence. Your details will not be disclosed to our client without your prior consent.