Accounting Manager in Leeds

Are you an ambitious ACA or ACCA qualified accountant looking for a role that offers more than just compliance work? Our client, a highly respected independent accountancy practice based in Leeds, is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant / Client Manager to manage a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses whilst playing a key role in the continued growth of the firm.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded practice professional who enjoys building long-term client relationships, delivering high-quality advisory services and mentoring junior team members. You'll join a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where your contribution will be recognised and where genuine career progression opportunities exist.

The Opportunity

As Senior Accountant / Client Manager, you will take ownership of a portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients across a variety of sectors. You will act as a trusted adviser, providing technical expertise and proactive guidance whilst ensuring exceptional levels of client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of business clients and acting as their primary point of contact
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts
• Reviewing corporation tax returns and related compliance work
• Preparing and reviewing management accounts
• Providing business advisory and strategic financial guidance
• Supporting client meetings and presenting financial information clearly
• Ensuring compliance with UK accounting and taxation regulations
• Reviewing work completed by junior team members
• Coaching, mentoring and developing trainees and junior staff
• Identifying opportunities to add value and expand services within the client portfolio
• Supporting partners and directors with practice development initiatives

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally possess:

Essential Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Minimum 4-7 years' UK accountancy practice experience
• Strong experience managing a portfolio of clients within an accountancy practice environment
• Proven experience preparing and reviewing statutory accounts
• Good working knowledge of corporation tax and personal tax compliance
• Excellent client relationship management skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively
• Commercial awareness with a proactive problem-solving approach

Technical Skills

Experience with one or more of the following would be advantageous:

• Xero
• Sage
• QuickBooks
• IRIS
• Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced level)
• Cloud-based accounting systems

Career Progression

This role offers genuine opportunities for further advancement, including:

• Progression towards Senior Manager level
• Increased responsibility for larger and more complex client portfolios
• Exposure to advisory and business development projects
• Ongoing professional development and technical training
• Leadership and people management opportunities

Salary & Benefits

What's on Offer?

• £45,000 - £60,000 basic salary (depending on experience and qualifications)
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Flexible working options
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Company pension scheme
• Professional subscription fees paid
• Ongoing CPD and professional development support
• Structured career progression pathway
• Modern office environment in Leeds
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Regular team social events
• Supportive and collaborative culture
• Exposure to a diverse and interesting client portfolio

If you are an experienced practice accountant seeking a client-focused role with genuine progression opportunities, we would be delighted to hear from you.