Senior Accounts Manager

We are supporting a key client who requires an experienced Senior Accounts / Tax Manager to join there ever-growing business. Working closely with the Directors, you will be responsible for the management of a portfolio of clients, including Limited Companies, Sole Traders, Partnerships and individuals. Will also be required to carry out preparation of Self-Assessment Tax Returns, so knowledge and experience of this will also be required.

In this role you will be responsible for the management of junior and other staff members, so the ability to delegate and review work is essential.

The Role

As Senior Accounts & Tax Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of a diverse client portfolio, including Limited Companies, Sole Traders, Partnerships, and individuals. You will provide end-to-end accounting and tax services while acting as a trusted adviser to your clients.

You will also play an important leadership role, delegating work, reviewing output, and supporting the development of junior and other staff members.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of clients, acting as the main point of contact

Prepare statutory accounts and ensure compliance with reporting and disclosure requirements

Prepare Corporation Tax computations and returns

Prepare and review Self-Assessment Tax Returns for individuals and partnerships

Prepare and submit VAT returns

Oversee bookkeeping and financial records

Provide end-to-end business management services, including:

Bookkeeping and financial oversight

Cash flow management

Payment processing and banking transactions

Coordinate tax filings and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance

Carry out company secretarial duties

Delegate, manage, and review the work of junior staff

Maintain strict confidentiality and uphold the highest professional and ethical standards

Requirements

Minimum 5 years’ experience working within an accountancy practice

Strong technical knowledge of current accounting and tax legislation

Proven experience preparing Self-Assessment Tax Returns

Excellent accuracy and attention to detail

Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines

Confident communicator, able to advise and build strong client relationships

Experience using Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage (essential)

What We Offer

A senior role within a well-established and growing practice

A supportive team environment based in our Liverpool office

Exposure to a broad and varied client base

Clear reporting line into the Partners

Opportunity to mentor and develop junior staff

If you are an experienced accounts professional looking to take the next step in your career within a supportive and professional firm, we would love to hear from you.

Unfortunately, the client does not offer sponsorship.

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