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Accountant – Forward Thinking Boutique Firm | 4 Day Week | Greater Manchester Are you an experienced accountant with a passion for helping businesses grow and thrive? Do you want to work in a modern, commercially driven environment where your insights matter and your ambition is rewarded? An innovative and growing accountancy practice based in Sussex is looking for a proactive and commercially minded accountant to join their dynamic team. This is a rare opportunity to work closely with entrepreneurial clients, make a real impact, and enjoy a fantastic work-life balance with a 4 day working week. About the role: You’ll take ownership of a varied portfolio of limited company clients, with responsibilities including:
Year-end accounts preparation Corporation tax compliance and submissions VAT returns and bookkeeping Management accounts and business performance reporting Reviewing work prepared by an offshore accountant to ensure accuracy and quality Supporting business advisory projects to help clients grow and succeed
This is a highly collaborative role where you’ll be encouraged to get under the skin of your clients’ businesses, spot opportunities for improvement, and add real value. While it’s not a sales-focused role, someone with a sharp commercial eye who enjoys solving problems and spotting ways to help clients would thrive here. What makes this role different?
Advisory-focused work with regular client contact and involvement in strategic discussions Future opportunities for growth, including the potential to hold equity in the business Supportive structure with offshore support, enabling you to focus on review and advisory work Modern working arrangements with a 4 day week (Tuesday to Friday, 8am to 6pm) On-site parking and a welcoming, collaborative team environment
About you: You’ll likely be ACA, ACCA, CIMA or AAT qualified (or finalist) and have trained in practice. This role would suit someone who:
Wants to bridge the gap between practice and industry, enjoying the variety of a portfolio but with deeper insight into clients’ businesses Has a strong grasp of management accounts and performance analysis Is confident reviewing others’ work and ensuring high standards Enjoys working directly with business owners and making a difference Is commercially savvy and switched‑on, able to spot opportunities and offer insight Values progression and would like to grow with a firm long‑term
What’s on offer:
Competitive salary depending on experience 4 day working week (Tuesday to Friday, 8am to 6pm) On‑site parking Support for professional development and qualifications Genuine long‑term career progression, including equity opportunities
Ready to take your next step into a more rewarding and forward‑thinking role? Apply today to find out more or get in touch for a confidential chat. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Location:
Altrincham
Job Type:
FullTime

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