Accounting Manager

Senior Accountant / Client Manager Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 + Benefits Location: Leeds | Clear Progression to Senior Leadership 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