At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage your own portfolio of SME clients and prepare financial statements.
- Company: Small, modern accountancy practice in Lowton with a personal touch.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, supportive team, and a chance to build client relationships.
- Other info: Great opportunity for those seeking a more personal and flexible work environment.
- Why this job: Enjoy a work-life balance while making a real impact on clients' finances.
- Qualifications: Experience in accountancy, Xero proficiency, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Position: Practice Accountant
Location: Lowton, Greater Manchester | Full-time or Part-time | Flexible hours
If you’re an accountant who enjoys working with actual people, not just spreadsheets, this might be worth a read. We’re recruiting for a small, modern accountancy practice based in Lowton. The team is small, which means you’ll know the clients, and you’ll work closely with the Director.
They’re looking for an experienced Practice Accountant who can take ownership of their own clients, knows their way around Xero, and is happy picking up the phone when a client has forgotten to send half their VAT receipts.
What you'll actually be doing:
- Managing your own portfolio of SME clients and becoming one of their main points of contact.
- Preparing year-end accounts and financial statements.
- VAT returns.
- Corporation Tax and Self Assessment work.
- Payroll and associated filings.
- Reviewing bookkeeping and ensuring accuracy.
- Speaking directly with clients about their accounts.
- Chasing missing invoices, receipts, and information.
- Helping clients understand their numbers.
- Spotting problems before they escalate.
- Supporting and improving how clients manage their finances.
Every client is on Xero, so we’re looking for somebody who uses it confidently and regularly.
Who we're looking for:
- Currently working, or recently worked, within an accountancy practice.
- ACA or ACCA qualified or part-qualified.
- Experienced managing your own portfolio of clients.
- Very comfortable using Xero.
- Confident with accounts preparation, VAT, and tax work.
- Comfortable speaking directly with business owners.
- Organised enough to manage several clients independently.
- Proactive enough to chase information.
- Friendly, approachable, and able to work closely within a small team.
You don't need to be the loudest person in the room, but you do need to be comfortable building relationships with clients.
Why this role might be different:
The business understands that good accountants have lives outside work. There’s genuine flexibility around full-time or part-time hours, making this a good opportunity for someone who wants to stay in practice but no longer wants the traditional practice lifestyle.
Location: The office is based in Lowton, so ideally we’re looking for somebody reasonably local to areas such as Lowton, Leigh, Golborne, Culcheth, Newton-le-Willows, Warrington, Wigan, Atherton, Tyldesley or surrounding areas.
If your commute currently involves spending half your life on the M60, this could be a welcome change.
Interested? You don't need to write us a novel. Send us your CV, tell us roughly where you're based, what you're looking for in your next role, and how much of your current work involves Xero.
Contact: Elvis Eckardt
Accountant employer: Elvis Eckardt Recruitment & Sales Solutions Limited
As a leading environmental consultancy and estate management provider, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. Our North West England location offers a dynamic environment where you can engage with diverse stakeholders while managing a varied portfolio of land and property assets, all supported by competitive benefits and a commitment to health and safety excellence.
Contact Details:
Elvis Eckardt Recruitment & Sales Solutions Limited Recruitment Team
