Accounts & Audit Senior

Salary: £38,000 – £48,000 + Clear Route to Director

Location: Leeds Area (Flexible Working)

Step Into a Career-Defining Role with Real Progression

Are you an ambitious Accounts & Audit Senior looking to join a progressive firm where your contribution is genuinely recognised and your career can accelerate towards Director level? Our client offers more than a traditional practice role — you’ll gain exposure to a diverse, entrepreneurial client base while working closely with senior leaders who are invested in your long-term success.

This opportunity is ideal for a practice professional who enjoys variety, values client relationships, and wants to develop both technically and commercially within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

The Role: Accounts & Audit Senior

You will play a key role in delivering high-quality accounting, audit, and advisory services, whilst managing your own client relationships and supporting junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review statutory accounts and tax computations for Limited Companies, Sole Traders, Partnerships, and LLPs
• Produce management accounts and provide actionable insights to clients
• Complete and submit VAT returns (MTD compliant) accurately and on time
• Manage submissions to Companies House and HMRC
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong relationships
• Support client onboarding, including engagement processes and HMRC authorisations
• Assist with audit assignments (where applicable)
• Provide training, mentoring, and review of junior staff work
• Handle day-to-day client queries and contribute to service delivery excellence

About You

You will be a confident accounting professional with strong technical ability and a proactive, client-focused mindset.

Essential Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or QBE with significant experience)
• Minimum 4–6 years’ UK accountancy practice experience
• Proven experience managing a portfolio of clients independently
• Strong technical knowledge of statutory accounts, tax, and compliance
• High proficiency with accounting software including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage Line 50, and Digita
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Office skills
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload effectively

Desirable Skills

• Experience in audit assignments
• Strong understanding of accounting disclosures and reporting standards
• Commercial awareness with the ability to identify value-added advisory opportunities
• Full UK driving licence (not essential)

What’s on Offer

Our client provides a highly competitive package along with genuine long-term career opportunities.

Benefits Package

• Salary: £38,000 – £48,000 (dependent on experience)
• Clear progression pathway to Manager and Director level
• Flexible working hours (37-hour week with adaptable start/finish times)
• 23 days annual leave + bank holidays + additional Christmas closure day
• Enhanced company sick pay (post-probation)
• Employer pension contributions up to 5%
• Professional subscriptions fully funded
• Comprehensive Continued Professional Development (CPD)
• Exposure to a diverse and high-quality client portfolio
• Supportive, collaborative culture with direct access to senior leadership

Location & Working Arrangements

• Leeds area-based role
• Office-based with flexibility around working hours
• Minimal travel requirements, primarily Yorkshire-based client portfolio

Apply Today

If you are looking to advance your career within a dynamic and supportive practice with clear progression and varied client exposure, we would welcome your application.

Contact:
David Hawthorne-Finch
d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Submit your CV or contact us directly for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

Confidentiality Notice:
All applications and enquiries will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Personal Tax Senior 

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 + Excellent Benefits

Location: Leeds Area (Flexible Working)

Take the Next Step in Your Tax Career with a Forward-Thinking Practice

Are you an experienced Personal Tax professional looking to join a progressive and client-focused accountancy firm where your expertise is valued and your development is actively supported? Our client is seeking a Personal Tax Senior to join their growing team in the Leeds area, offering exposure to a diverse client base and genuine opportunities for career progression.

This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, provide strategic tax advice, and play a key role in delivering high-quality service to entrepreneurial, privately owned businesses and their stakeholders.

The Role: Personal Tax Senior

In this varied and client-facing position, you will manage your own portfolio while supporting senior colleagues on more complex tax matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of personal tax clients, acting as their primary point of contact
• Prepare, review, and submit Self Assessment tax returns and computations
• Handle compliance work efficiently while identifying tax planning opportunities
• Support Directors with advisory projects such as remuneration planning, exit strategies, and restructuring
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, proactively resolving queries
• Review financial information to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Provide mentoring and support to junior staff
• Attend occasional prospective client meetings and contribute to business development

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring strong technical expertise alongside excellent communication skills.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience within UK accountancy practice (Personal Tax focus)
• Proven experience managing a portfolio of personal tax clients
• Strong knowledge of Self Assessment, compliance, and basic tax planning
• Ability to manage workload independently and meet deadlines
• Excellent client-facing and interpersonal skills

Desirable

• CTA qualified or part-qualified (or ATT qualified with strong experience)
• Experience working with medical clients (GPs, dentists) including partnerships and PCSE submissions
• Exposure to complex tax matters and advisory work

What’s on Offer

Our client is committed to supporting their team both professionally and personally.

Benefits Package

• Competitive salary: £35,000 – £45,000 (dependent on experience)
• Flexible working arrangements with adaptable start/finish times
• 23 days annual leave + bank holidays + additional Christmas closure day
• Employer pension contribution up to 5%
• Professional subscriptions fully funded
• Ongoing training and Continued Professional Development (CPD)
• Clear career progression pathway into Manager-level roles
• Supportive, collaborative team environment with strong leadership access

Location & Working Pattern

• Leeds area office-based role with flexibility around working hours
• Standard full-time hours: 37 hours per week, with flexibility to suit commuting and personal needs

Apply Now

If you are looking to progress your career within a high-quality firm that values expertise, client relationships, and professional development, we would like to hear from you.

Contact:
David Hawthorne-Finch
d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Please submit your CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

Confidentiality Notice:
All applications and enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence.

Corporate Tax Manager

Salary: £60,000+ & Leadership & Partnership Pathway

Location: Greater Manchester | Hybrid Working

Take Ownership, Lead a Team and Shape the Future of a Growing Tax Practice

Are you an experienced Corporate Tax professional ready to step into a strategic leadership role? Do you want to combine high-level advisory work, team management, and genuine progression to Senior Manager and Director?

Our client is a high-growth, nationally recognised accountancy and advisory firm with ambitious expansion plans and a strong reputation for advising privately owned businesses. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a Corporate Tax Manager to lead client delivery, develop talent, and drive the firm’s tax offering forward.

This is a rare opportunity to join a firm where you will have real influence over client relationships, team development, and the direction of the tax service line.

The Role: Corporate Tax Manager

Based in the Greater Manchester area (hybrid working available), you will take responsibility for a portfolio of clients while leading a team and supporting the wider business strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Review complex corporate tax computations and returns, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance
• Lead the delivery of corporate tax advisory and planning projects
• Manage a portfolio of clients, maintaining strong relationships and delivering exceptional service
• Oversee work in progress, billing and recoverability across your portfolio
• Provide technical training, mentoring and line management to Tax Seniors, Assistants and Assistant Managers
• Identify and drive business development and advisory opportunities
• Collaborate with Partners and cross-service teams to deliver integrated client solutions
• Support recruitment and team development, including graduate intakes
• Ensure the team remains up to date with corporate tax legislation and regulatory changes

About You

We are seeking a commercially aware and technically strong Corporate Tax professional with proven leadership capability.

Essential Requirements

• CTA qualified (or ACA/ACCA with strong Corporate Tax focus)
• 5–8+ years’ UK Practice experience in Corporate Tax (compliance & advisory)
• Strong technical knowledge of UK corporation tax legislation and tax planning
• Demonstrable experience in:
  • Managing client portfolios
  • Reviewing complex tax work
  • Leading and developing teams
• Proven ability to identify and deliver advisory opportunities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Full UK driving licence (essential)

Desirable Skills

• Experience using Alphatax
• Exposure to complex group structures and transactions
• Strong commercial awareness with a track record in business development

Salary & Benefits Package

Our client offers a highly competitive package designed to support both senior-level responsibilities and long-term career growth.

Core Benefits

• £60,000+ salary (dependent on experience)
• Hybrid working model with flexibility between home and office
• Enhanced pension scheme with life cover and income protection
• 25 days annual leave + option to purchase additional days
• Paid professional memberships and structured CPD programme

Additional Benefits

• Health cash plan with everyday healthcare support and lifestyle discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme 
• Client referral incentive scheme
• Ongoing investment in leadership development and career progression

Career Progression

This role offers a clear and transparent pathway to senior leadership:

• Progression to Senior Manager, Director and potential Partnership
• Opportunity to shape and grow the Corporate Tax offering
• Increased exposure to complex advisory and strategic client work
• A firm culture that actively supports career ambition and progression

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Be part of a firm with clear strategic growth plans and national expansion
• Take on a leadership role with real influence and autonomy
• Work with high-quality, entrepreneurial clients
• Join a culture built on professionalism, trust, and technical excellence

Apply Now

If you are a Corporate Tax professional ready to step into a Manager role with genuine leadership responsibilities and long-term progression, we would welcome a confidential discussion.

Contact:
David Hawthorne-Finch
d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Audit Senior

Salary: £38,000 – £48,000 + Fast-Track Progression

Location: Greater Manchester (Hybrid Working)

Accelerate Your Career in a Growing Audit Team with Real Progression

Are you a qualified Audit professional seeking a role that offers variety, responsibility, and a clear route to management? This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-growth, forward-thinking accountancy and advisory firm with a strong reputation across the North.

Our client is expanding its Audit & Assurance team in the Greater Manchester area and is looking for a talented Audit & Assurance Senior to play a key role in delivering high-quality audit and accounts assignments. You’ll gain exposure to a diverse client base while working in an environment that prioritises professional development, technical excellence, and long-term career progression.

The Role: Audit Senior

You will be responsible for delivering audit and accounts assignments across a varied portfolio of clients, supporting Managers and contributing to the development of junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and complete audit assignments for a broad client base
• Prepare statutory accounts for limited companies in line with UK GAAP / FRS 102
• Take responsibility for audit fieldwork, including completion of audit files
• Liaise with clients before and during assignments to ensure efficient delivery
• Ensure assignments are completed on time and within budget
• Support work on group audits and subsidiary audits where applicable
• Assist with general accounts preparation and compliance work
• Contribute to team support and junior staff development

About You

We are seeking a motivated and technically strong individual with experience in UK Practice.

Essential Requirements

• ACA / ACCA / ICAS qualified
• 3–5 years’ UK Practice experience in Audit & Assurance
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Audit procedures and methodologies
  • UK GAAP / FRS 102
• Experience preparing statutory accounts and audit files
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple assignments effectively
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable Skills

• Experience working with group audits and multi-entity structures
• Familiarity with audit software and accounting systems
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff

Salary & Benefits Package

Our client offers a competitive remuneration package alongside strong support for career growth.

Core Benefits

• £38,000 – £48,000 salary (dependent on experience)
• Hybrid working model with flexible home/office balance
• Enhanced pension scheme with life cover and income protection
• 25 days annual leave + option to purchase additional days
• Paid professional memberships and structured CPD programme

Additional Benefits

• Health cash plan with healthcare support and retail discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Client referral incentive scheme
• Ongoing investment in training and leadership development

Career Progression

This role offers clear and achievable progression opportunities, including:

• Defined pathway to Audit Manager and Senior Manager
• Exposure to complex and varied client assignments
• Opportunities to take on team leadership and client management responsibilities
• A culture that actively supports professional growth and advancement

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Be part of a firm with strong growth plans and a clear strategic vision
• Work with clients who value high-quality audit and advisory services
• Gain broad exposure across audit, accounts and client advisory work
• Join a collaborative, values-driven culture focused on quality and integrity

Apply Now

If you are an Audit & Assurance professional ready to take the next step in your career, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

Contact:
David Hawthorne-Finch
d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Corporate Tax Assistant Manager

Salary: £45,000+ & Clear Route to Manager

Location: Leeds Area (Hybrid Working)

Step Into a Leadership Role with Real Influence and Progression

Are you a Corporate Tax professional ready to step up into management and take on greater responsibility across both compliance and advisory work? This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-growth, nationally recognised advisory firm with a strong reputation for client service and technical excellence.

Our client is continuing to expand its Tax Consultancy team and is seeking a Corporate Tax Assistant Manager to play a key role in reviewing complex work, mentoring staff, and delivering high-quality advisory solutions. This position offers a clear pathway to Manager level and beyond, within a supportive and ambitious environment.

The Role: Corporate Tax Assistant Manager

You will operate as a key member of the tax team, bridging the gap between Senior and Manager level, with responsibilities spanning technical review, client delivery, and team development.

Key Responsibilities

• Review complex corporation tax computations and returns prepared by junior staff
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring and training to Tax Assistants and Seniors
• Oversee portfolio management, including work in progress, billing and recoveries
• Support the delivery of corporate tax advisory projects and planning work
• Liaise with clients, HMRC and internal stakeholders to ensure excellent service delivery
• Identify tax planning opportunities and support Partners in delivering solutions
• Contribute to team development and recruitment, including graduate intake programmes

About You

We are seeking a highly capable Corporate Tax professional with strong technical expertise and emerging leadership skills.

Essential Requirements

• CTA qualified (or equivalent)
• 3–6+ years’ UK Practice experience in Corporate Tax (compliance and advisory)
• Strong technical knowledge of UK corporation tax legislation
• Proven experience reviewing work and supporting junior staff development
• Ability to manage client relationships and deliver high-quality service
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Full UK driving licence (essential)

Desirable Skills

• Experience using Alphatax software
• Exposure to complex advisory work and tax planning projects
• Experience delivering technical training sessions

Salary & Benefits Package

Our client offers a competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing.

Core Benefits

• £45,000+ salary (dependent on experience)
• Hybrid working model with flexibility between home and office
• Enhanced pension scheme with life cover and income protection
• 25 days annual leave + option to purchase additional days
• Paid professional memberships and structured CPD programme

Additional Benefits

• Health cash plan with everyday healthcare support and discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Client referral bonus scheme
• Ongoing investment in leadership development and career progression

Career Progression

This role offers a strong platform for advancement, including:

• Clear progression to Corporate Tax Manager and Senior Manager
• Increased responsibility in advisory-led client work
• Opportunities to influence team development and service line growth
• A culture that actively supports career ambition and progression

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Be part of a firm with clear strategic growth plans and strong market reputation
• Work with entrepreneurial clients who value expert tax advice
• Take on a leadership role with real influence over client delivery and team development
• Join a collaborative culture built on professionalism, trust and high standards

Apply Now

If you are an ambitious Corporate Tax professional ready to step into an Assistant Manager role with genuine progression opportunities, we would welcome a confidential discussion.

Contact:
David Hawthorne-Finch
d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Personal Tax Senior

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 + Clear Progression Path

Location: Leeds City Centre | Hybrid Working

Develop Your Advisory Career with a Leading Private Client Tax Team

Are you an ambitious Personal Tax professional looking to expand your advisory experience and work with high-quality private clients? This is a standout opportunity to join a forward-thinking, high-growth accountancy and advisory firm that is investing heavily in its people, service offering, and long-term reputation.

Our client is building a market-leading Private Client function, focused on delivering strategic tax advice to individuals, entrepreneurs, and families. With strong growth across the Yorkshire and North East markets, they are seeking a Personal Tax Senior to join their Leeds office and play a key role in both compliance and advisory work.

The Role: Personal Tax Senior

Working as part of a collaborative Private Client team, you will support a diverse client base while developing your expertise across advisory projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage personal tax compliance obligations, including preparation and review of tax returns
• Support and contribute to private client advisory work, including:
  • Capital Gains Tax (CGT)
  • Inheritance Tax (IHT)
  • Income tax planning
  • Trusts and estates
  • Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT)
• Gather and analyse client information for advisory engagements
• Liaise with clients, internal teams, and third parties to ensure smooth project delivery
• Identify tax planning opportunities within existing client portfolios
• Assist senior tax staff with complex queries and advisory projects
• Support client onboarding and preparation of risk management documentation
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK tax legislation and regulatory changes

About You

We are seeking a technically capable and client-focused professional with a strong foundation in private client tax.

Essential Requirements

• ATT qualified or AAT qualified (minimum); CTA part-qualified or studying desirable
• 2–5 years’ UK Practice experience in Personal Tax / Private Client Tax
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • Income tax, CGT and IHT compliance
  • Personal tax planning principles
• Proven experience in client-facing roles with excellent service delivery
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to identify advisory opportunities from compliance work

Desirable Skills

• Exposure to trusts, estates and complex tax advisory projects
• Experience working within a multi-disciplinary firm
• Full UK driving licence (advantageous)

Salary & Benefits Package

Our client offers a competitive and well-rounded package designed to support both your career development and personal wellbeing.

Core Benefits

• £35,000 – £45,000 salary (depending on experience)
• Hybrid working model with flexibility between home and office
• Enhanced pension scheme with life cover and income protection
• 25 days annual leave + option to purchase more
• Paid professional memberships and structured CPD support

Additional Benefits

• Health cash plan with medical cost support and retail discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme 
• Client referral incentive scheme
• Ongoing investment in training, qualifications and career development

Career Development Opportunities

This is an excellent role for someone looking to build a long-term career in private client tax, offering:

• Clear progression pathway to Senior Manager and beyond
• Increased exposure to advisory-led work and complex client portfolios
• A supportive and collaborative environment focused on technical excellence and professional growth

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Join a firm with strong growth momentum and strategic ambition
• Work with high-value clients who value expert tax advice
• Gain exposure to both compliance and advisory assignments
• Be part of a culture defined by professionalism, trust, and collaboration

Apply Now

If you are a Personal Tax professional ready to take the next step into a more advisory-focused and progressive role, we would like to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch

d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Corporate Tax Senior

Salary: £38,000 – £50,000 + Progression & Advisory Exposure

Location: Leeds Area | Hybrid Working

Join a High-Growth Firm Where Your Career Truly Accelerates

Are you a Corporate Tax professional looking to progress beyond compliance into more advisory-focused work? This is an excellent opportunity to join a rapidly expanding, highly respected accountancy and advisory firm with a clear ambition to significantly grow its presence across the UK.

Our client is building a reputation as a trusted adviser to privately owned businesses, combining technical excellence with long-term client relationships. With ambitious growth plans and a strong values-led culture, this is the ideal environment for individuals who want to develop their expertise, take on more responsibility, and progress towards management.

The Role: Corporate Tax Senior

Due to continued growth, our client is seeking a Corporate Tax Senior to join their established Tax Consultancy team in the Leeds area (hybrid working available).

This role offers exposure to both compliance and advisory work, giving you a strong platform for career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and submit corporation tax computations and returns for a varied portfolio of clients
• Manage corporate tax compliance obligations and deadlines
• Assist in the preparation of R&D Tax Credit claims
• Identify tax planning opportunities and support senior team members in delivering advisory work
• Liaise with clients and HMRC on a range of tax matters
• Handle additional statutory filings, including Employment Related Securities returns
• Respond to ad-hoc tax queries across the wider firm
• Support and mentor junior staff, contributing to team development

About You

We are looking for a career-driven tax professional with solid UK Practice experience and a desire to develop further.

Essential Requirements

• ATT qualified (minimum); CTA qualified or studying highly desirable
• 2–5 years’ UK Practice experience in corporate tax compliance
• Strong technical knowledge of UK corporation tax legislation
• Proven experience managing client relationships and delivering high-quality service
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to identify advisory opportunities from compliance work

Desirable Skills

• Experience using Alphatax
• Exposure to tax advisory and planning assignments
• Full UK driving licence (advantageous)

Salary & Benefits Package

In return, our client offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your career and wellbeing.

Core Package

• £38,000 – £50,000 salary (dependent on experience)
• Hybrid working arrangement (office + home working flexibility)
• Enhanced pension scheme with life cover (4x salary) and income protection
• 25 days annual leave + ability to purchase up to 5 additional days
• Paid professional subscriptions and structured CPD support

Additional Benefits

• Health cash plan with everyday healthcare and retail discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme 
• Client referral bonus scheme
• Ongoing investment in training, qualifications and career progression

Career Progression

This is a firm that actively invests in its people. You will benefit from:

• Clear progression routes to Manager and beyond
• Increasing exposure to advisory and complex tax projects
• A collaborative culture focused on professional excellence and long-term development

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Be part of a firm with clear growth strategy and strong market reputation
• Work with entrepreneurial clients who value advice and relationships
• Develop your career within a supportive, values-driven environment
• Gain hands-on advisory experience alongside compliance work

Apply Now

If you are a motivated Corporate Tax professional ready to take the next step in your career, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

Contact:
David Hawthorne-Finch
d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.