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Posted 21 July, 2026

Accounts Senior (Accountancy Practice) - South Manchester

Platinum Recruitment Group
Manchester, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Accounts Senior

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Salary Ranges - £35,000 - £45,000

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Location - South Manchester

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Permanent position

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*Please Note: Sponsorship Not Available*

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The Practice

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This accountancy and advisory firm is a fast-growing, top-100 UK practice with a strong reputation for combining technical expertise with a genuinely people-focused approach. Operating across multiple offices in the North West and North Wales, it provides a broad range of services including accounts, audit, tax, corporate finance, payroll, forensic accounting, technology support, and specialist advisory work. The business is known for building long-term client relationships, delivering practical advice, investing heavily in employee development, and fostering a collaborative culture where colleagues are encouraged to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact on clients’ success.

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Job Responsibilities

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  • Servicing a portfolio of clients
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  • Tracking job progress and billing targets
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  • Monitoring deadlines
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  • Preparation of accounts for limited companies
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  • Completing self-assessment tax returns
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  • Preparation of corporation tax computations and returns
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  • Building a positive working relationship with clients and the practice
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  • Ensure compliance with all financial regulations
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  • Use of computer software including IRIS, Sage, DEXT and Xero
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  • Ensuring work is completed to a high standard and on time
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  • Dealing with any client queries in a timely and efficient manner
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  • Assisting colleagues and trainees within the team with development and technical advice
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Requirements

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  • Established accountant with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a practice environment
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  • AAT qualified or above
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  • Experience with self-assessments
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  • Confidently able to offer recommendations and advice to our clients.
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  • Highly competent with outstanding commercial acumen and a solid grasp of business aims and objectives
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  • Demonstrable experience and a proven track record in a similar role
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  • A full UK driving licence is essential
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Benefits

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  • Hybrid working available after successful completion of the probation period
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  • 36 days holiday – inclusive of Bank Holidays/Christmas period
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  • Pension scheme – 5% employer contribution
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  • Option to buy/sell a maximum of 5 days holiday
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  • Employee assistance programme (which includes; Life support, Legal information, Bereavement support, Medical Information, CBT & Managerial Support).
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  • Life Assurance cover
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  • Option of salary sacrifice pension scheme
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  • Enhanced maternity/paternity/shared parental pay
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  • Enhanced sick pay
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  • Referral scheme
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  • Paid volunteer time and an annual charitable donation on your behalf
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  • Long service enhancements to employer pension contribution and holiday entitlement
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