Senior Accountant / Client Relationship Manager - Remote (UK)

The Firm:

A fast-growing, innovative independent chartered accountancy practice working with a focused client base of forward-thinking professionals, mainly in the medical and dental sectors.

The Role:

We are looking for a qualified ACA/ACCA accountant to join our vibrant team as a Senior Accountant / Client Relationship Manager.

You will take ownership of a portfolio of clients, acting as their main point of contact and handling their accounting affairs and day-to-day queries with the support of a highly experienced senior team.

This is a client-facing role for someone who enjoys building long-term relationships, giving strategic guidance, and wants to grow within a firm that invests heavily in its people.

Key Responsibilities:

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Manage a portfolio of SME clients, primarily in the healthcare sector.

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Act as the go-to contact for all client queries, delivering clear and timely advice.

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Prepare and submit year-end accounts for Ltd companies, partnerships and sole traders.

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Prepare and submit corporation tax, partnership tax and personal tax returns.

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Prepare VAT returns for a select group of clients.

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Create and present quarterly or monthly management packs, offering insight and strategic commentary for a select group of clients.

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Maintain a high standard of technical accuracy and compliance with HMRC and Companies House.

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Work collaboratively with junior and senior colleagues to ensure timely delivery and knowledge sharing.

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Provide mentoring and training support to junior members of the team.

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Attend quarterly in-person meetups to strengthen team cohesion and contribute to continuous improvement.

Must-haves:

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ACA/ACCA qualified.

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Minimum 3 years' practice experience in the UK.

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Strong knowledge of UK accounting and tax principles.

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Proficiency with accounting software such as FreeAgent, Xero or similar.

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Excellent client communication and relationship-building skills.

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Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.

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Passion for mentoring junior staff and continuous development.

Nice-to-haves:

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Experience working with healthcare professionals, desirable but not essential.

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Familiarity with creating management accounts.

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Strong commercial awareness and ability to offer advisory-level input.

What You’ll Get in Return:

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Competitive salary of £40,000 - £55,000 DOE.

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Flexible, home-based working with quarterly team meetups in Manchester

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Supportive culture focused on learning, mentoring and progression.

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Structured development plan and regular CPD opportunities.

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Exposure to a dynamic, client-first practice.

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Company pension.

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Casual dress code.

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A collaborative and ambitious team with a shared vision for excellence.

Our Promise to You:

You won’t be stuck filing endless tax returns in a silo. You’ll be supported, challenged and developed, with the autonomy to build deep relationships and the backing of a senior team when you need it.

You’ll also play a key role in shaping the future of a practice that’s growing year on year.

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