Client Accountant

Accounts Senior / Client Accountant Preston | Hybrid 28,000 34,000 + study support Were working with a modern, growing digital accountancy practice based in Preston. A close knit team, great culture, and a client base made up largely of digital, creative and media businesses. If you enjoy owning your work, building proper client relationships and working in a forward thinking practice that uses cloud tools properly, this is worth a look. The role Youll manage your own portfolio of small business clients and be their main day to day point of contact. Youll keep their records tidy, prepare accounts and tax work, and help them feel confident about their numbers. Youll also support Client Managers on larger or more complex clients, handling the technical groundwork that sits behind good advice. What youll be doing Managing your own client portfolio Being the go to person for day to day queries Reviewing and improving bookkeeping in FreeAgent and Xero Preparing statutory accounts and corporation tax computations VAT returns, payroll and self assessment work Assisting with management accounts where needed Liaising with HMRC on routine matters Keeping client records and job statuses up to date Spotting ways to improve processes and data quality What theyre looking for At least 2 years experience in accountancy practice AAT Level 4 qualified or close to finishing Solid grounding in double entry, trial balances and limited company accounts Good working knowledge of corporation tax, VAT and payroll Confident using cloud accounting software, ideally FreeAgent and or Xero Organised, detail focused and comfortable managing multiple deadlines Someone who takes ownership and cares about doing things properly Whats on offer 28,000 34,000 depending on experience Funded study support towards ACCA 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Christmas closure Company pension Hybrid working 3 days in the office 2 from home Clear progression towards a Client Manager role The office is based in Preston (PR2) with a flexible hybrid setup. If youre in practice and want a role where youre trusted with responsibility, supported to progress, and working with interesting clients, this could be a great move. Drop James at Turver Jones a message if youd like more detail or a confidential chat. TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-01-14