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Practice Accountant

Robert Half
Manchester Contract GBP 97,500 – 117,000
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Robert Half is recruiting for an experienced and qualified Interim Practice Accountant to join a well established accountancy practice based in Manchester city centre. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands on practice professional to support a varied portfolio of SME clients during a busy period.

The successful candidate must come from an accountancy practice background and be confident managing client relationships, statutory accounts preparation, and providing day-to-day advisory support to SMEs across a range of sectors.

Key Responsibilities • Preparation and review of statutory accounts for SME clients

  • Managing a portfolio of owner-managed businesses

  • Preparation of management accounts, VAT returns, and corporation tax computations

  • Supporting clients with bookkeeping and financial reporting queries

  • Liaising directly with clients and providing commercial accounting support

  • Assisting with year-end processes and meeting reporting deadlines

Requirements • ACA / ACCA qualified (essential)
  • Previous experience working within an accountancy practice

  • Strong knowledge of SME accounting requirements

  • Strong communication and client management skills

The Opportunity • Immediate start
  • Central Manchester location with excellent transport links

  • Opportunity to work with a diverse SME client base

  • Collaborative and supportive practice environment

Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

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