Senior Accountant

An established accountancy firm in Southport is entering an exciting new phase of growth and is looking to appoint a qualified Senior Accountant who can take ownership of a client portfolio and play a key role in developing the local office. The salary on offer is £50,000 - £60,000 DOE.This is a highly visible, client-facing position offering genuine autonomy. You will act as the senior point of contact for clients in Southport, lead from the front, and work closely with the wider leadership team to drive growth, performance, and standards.

For the right individual, there is a clear and structured pathway to Director level within a few years, supported by a performance-related incentive package aligned to delivery and office success.Senior Accountant ResponsibilitiesTake ownership of a portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clientsLead client meetings and act as the day-to-day senior contact in the Southport officePrepare and review year-end accounts under UK GAAP (FRS 102 / FRS 105)Oversee corporation tax compliance and identify planning opportunitiesReview and supervise work prepared by junior team members, providing coaching and supportDrive service standards, workflow management, and delivery deadlinesIdentify opportunities to add value across advisory, fees, and client experienceSupport the growth of the Southport office, working alongside senior leadershipAssist with recruitment, development, and retention of a high-performing teamImprove processes through the use of technology, automation, and smarter working practicesCollaborate with the wider group, including occasional presence in the Birkenhead officeSenior Accountant AttributesEssentialACA or ACCA qualifiedMinimum 5 years' UK accountancy practice experienceStrong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and statutory reportingProven experience in accounts preparation and review for SME clientsConfident communicator, able to build credibility with business ownersCommercial mindset with the ability to take ownership and make decisionsStrong organisational skills and ability to manage competing prioritiesDesirableExperience leading a team or acting as the senior lead within an office or branchExposure to cloud accounting systems (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks)Track record of improving processes, client delivery, or fee growthInterest in advisory work and building long-term client relationshipsSenior Accountant BenefitsCompetitive salary based on experiencePerformance-linked incentive package aligned to growth and deliveryClear progression route to Director level within a defined timeframeHigh level of autonomy with visible impact on office performanceSupport from an established leadership team and wider group networkOpportunity to influence systems, processes, and the future direction of the officeExposure to a broader platform through global group connections If this Senior Accountant role sounds perfect for you then APPLY NOW .