Full job descriptionPractice Accountant / Client Manager - Wirral - £42,000 - £52,000, free parking, part-time hours considered

An established independent accountancy practice in Heswall is looking to appoint an experienced Practice Accountant / Client Manager to take responsibility for a varied portfolio of limited company and sole trader clients.

This is a hands-on, all-round position covering accounts preparation, corporation and personal tax, VAT and client management. The role offers plenty of autonomy, a manageable client portfolio and the opportunity to work within a friendly, supportive team.

Applications are welcomed from ACA/ACCA qualified accountants and experienced QBE candidates with a strong background in general accountancy practice.

Practice Accountant / Client Manager - About the Firm

This well-established independent practice has built its reputation on providing a personal, reliable service to a loyal client base.

With a small, experienced team and excellent staff retention, the firm offers a stable and supportive working environment where individuals are trusted to manage their responsibilities and develop long-term client relationships.

There is no audit work, and payroll is outsourced, allowing the team to concentrate on accounts preparation, taxation and general business advice.

The position would particularly suit an experienced practice accountant who enjoys the variety of general practice, values independence and is looking for a long-term opportunity within a friendly, close-knit team.

Practice Accountant / Client Manager - Responsibilities

You will take responsibility for managing your own portfolio of limited company and sole trader clients, with duties including:
*Preparing annual statutory accounts and management accounts


*Preparing corporation tax computations and CT600 returns


*Preparing personal tax returns for business owners and a small portfolio of personal tax clients


*Managing quarterly VAT returns and Making Tax Digital requirements


*Acting as the main point of contact for clients, dealing with day-to-day queries and providing practical accounting and tax advice


*Managing client deadlines and ensuring accounting and tax compliance requirements are met


*Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients


Practice Accountant / Client Manager - Requirements
*ACA/ACCA qualified or qualified by experience (QBE)


*A minimum of five years’ experience within an accountancy practice, ideally more


*Strong technical experience in preparing accounts for limited companies and sole traders


*Experience preparing corporation and personal tax returns would be advantageous


*Confidence managing client relationships and working independently


*Good working knowledge of accounting and tax software; TaxCalc experience would be useful but is not essential


Practice Accountant / Client Manager - Salary & Benefits
*Salary of £42,000-£52,000, depending on experience and qualifications


*Full-time position, with part-time hours considered for a suitably experienced candidate


*Office-based role in Heswall, Wirral


*Dedicated parking space


*Friendly, established team


*Varied, hands-on role with responsibility for your own client portfolio




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