Senior Accountant & Client Manager (Hybrid) – £50k

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Accountant / Client Manager to join a fast‑growing Preston‑based accountancy practice. The role offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary of £50,000, supporting both technical development and client relationship building.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of owner‑managed businesses as the primary contact for accounting, tax and advisory matters.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts, management accounts and tax returns for a variety of entities.
• Deliver high‑quality compliance services, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Provide proactive business, financial and tax advice to support client growth.
• Mentor junior team members, reviewing their work and offering technical guidance.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash‑flow management and financial analysis projects.
• Identify and implement process, efficiency and technology improvements across the practice.
• Support managers and directors with advisory projects, client meetings and business development activities.

Required profile

• ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification (or qualified by experience).
• Proven experience in accounting, tax compliance and advisory work.
• Strong client‑facing skills with the ability to build lasting relationships.
• Ability to lead and develop junior staff.

Required skills

• Statutory accounts preparation
• Management accounts preparation
• Tax return filing
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Cash‑flow management
• Financial analysis

What we offer

• Hybrid working flexibility
• Competitive salary of £50,000
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Supportive, forward‑thinking team culture