Senior Accountant Location: Leeds
Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum (DOE)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00
Working Arrangement: Fully Office-Based
Benefits: On-site Parking
About the Role We are seeking an experienced and motivated
Senior Accountant to join a well-established and growing accountancy practice based in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for a practice-trained accountant looking to take ownership of a varied client portfolio while working closely with directors and supporting junior team members.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a diverse range of clients, preparing statutory accounts, providing tax and business advice, and building strong client relationships.
Key Responsibilities - Managing a portfolio of SME, limited company, sole trader and partnership clients
- Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts in accordance with relevant accounting standards
- Preparing corporation tax computations and returns
- Preparing and reviewing personal tax returns
- Reviewing bookkeeping and VAT returns
- Liaising directly with clients on accounting, taxation and business matters
- Assisting clients with cloud accounting software and process improvements
- Providing management accounts and financial reporting where required
- Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory and professional standards
- Building and maintaining strong long-term client relationships
Candidate Requirements Essential - Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment
- Practice-trained accountant with a solid understanding of UK accounting and taxation requirements
- ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualified, part-qualified
- Experience preparing statutory accounts for a varied client portfolio
- Strong knowledge of corporation tax, VAT and personal tax
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Software Experience Candidates should have experience using a variety of accounting systems, including:
- Xero
- Sage
- QuickBooks
- SAP
- Microsoft Dynamics
Experience with cloud-based accounting platforms and digital bookkeeping solutions would be highly advantageous.
What's on Offer - Competitive salary of £35,000 - £50,000 depending on experience and qualifications
- Stable and growing accountancy practice
- Varied and interesting client portfolio
- Opportunity to develop professionally and progress within the business
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- On-site parking
- Standard office hours of 09:00 - 17:00
Ideal Candidate Profile This opportunity would suit an experienced
Accounts Senior,
Senior Accountant, or
Practice Accountant who enjoys working directly with clients and is looking to join a friendly and professional accountancy practice where they can make a genuine impact and continue their career development.
