Tax Senior

Salary: £38,000 – £48,000 + Clear Progression

Location: Keighley (Flexible Working Available)

Take Ownership of a Diverse Tax Portfolio with Real Advisory Potential

Are you a skilled Tax Senior ready to take the next step in your career within a forward-thinking accountancy practice? Our client, a well-established firm based in Keighley, is seeking a confident and technically strong tax professional to manage a varied client portfolio while developing into a more advisory-focused role.

This opportunity offers the ideal balance of autonomy, client interaction, and long-term career progression, within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Role: Manage, Deliver and Grow

As a Tax Senior, you will take responsibility for managing your own portfolio, ensuring compliance work is delivered accurately and on time, while identifying opportunities to add further value to clients.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a portfolio of personal tax clients as the primary point of contact
• Preparing and reviewing Self Assessment tax returns and computations
• Preparing corporation tax computations and returns (where required)
• Liaising with clients to gather information, resolve queries, and maintain strong relationships
• Ensuring all filings, working papers, and documentation are accurate and compliant
• Identifying tax planning opportunities and escalating where appropriate
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members, including reviewing basic work

About You: Skills, Experience & Qualifications

We are seeking a motivated and organised tax professional with strong UK practice experience and a client-focused approach.

Essential requirements:

• Minimum 3–5 years’ UK accountancy practice tax experience
• Strong background in personal tax compliance (essential)
• Experience with corporate tax (advantageous)
• Strong technical knowledge of UK tax legislation and HMRC processes
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise a varied workload
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Qualifications (any of the following considered):

• ATT qualified or studying
• CTA part-qualified / qualified
• ACA / ACCA qualified or studying with strong tax exposure

Salary & Benefits Package

• £38,000 – £48,000, depending on experience and qualifications
• Structured career progression pathway towards Manager level
• Study support for ATT / CTA (where applicable)
• Flexible and hybrid working options (role dependent)
• Exposure to a broad and varied client portfolio
• Ongoing technical training and professional development
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Opportunity to develop into tax advisory work over time
• Modern, forward-thinking practice environment

Why This Opportunity?

• Join a firm that actively supports career progression and professional qualification
• Gain exposure to both compliance and advisory work
• Work closely with experienced tax professionals in a mentored environment
• Take ownership of your own client portfolio and develop long-term relationships

Apply Now

If you are a Tax professional looking to advance your career in a supportive and progressive practice, we would be keen to speak with you.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

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

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Accounts & Audit Semi Senior

Salary: £26,000 – £32,000 DOE

Location: Doncaster | Flexible Hybrid Working

Develop your career in a growing Top 40 environment with real flexibility and progression

Are you a part-qualified ACA/ACCA professional looking to build your experience across accounts and audit within a supportive and forward-thinking firm? This is an excellent opportunity to join a national Top 40 accountancy group where you’ll gain hands-on exposure to a varied SME client base, receive structured support with your studies, and shape your career in either accounts, audit, or a blended role.

Our client is seeking an ambitious Accounts & Audit Semi Senior to join their Doncaster office, offering a collaborative culture, clear progression opportunities, and flexibility to align the role with your long-term career goals.

The Role: Overview

This is a varied and hands-on position where you will support the delivery of accounts and audit services whilst developing your technical and client-facing skills.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Preparation

• Prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
• Assist clients with day-to-day accounting queries
• Prepare draft financial statements for review

Audit Support (Where Applicable)

• Assist with audit planning and fieldwork
• Work in line with ISAs (UK) and internal procedures
• Support audit completion and documentation

Tax & Compliance

• Prepare basic tax computations and submissions
• Ensure work is compliant with UK accounting and tax regulations

Client & Team Interaction

• Build strong relationships through clear and proactive communication
• Support and mentor junior team members where appropriate
• Work collaboratively across teams to deliver high-quality service

About Our Client

Our client is part of a Top 40 accountancy network with a strong UK presence, providing trusted advisory and compliance services to SMEs. Their Doncaster office offers a close-knit team environment combined with access to national expertise and career development opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications & Experience

• ACA / ACCA part-qualified or actively studying
• 1–3 years’ UK practice experience in accounts and/or audit
• Experience working with a range of SME clients

Technical Skills

• Good understanding of UK GAAP and basic tax principles
• Exposure to accounts preparation software (e.g. CCH, IRIS, Sage, Xero, or similar)
• Competent in Microsoft Excel and Office tools

Personal Attributes

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organised with the ability to manage deadlines and multiple tasks
• Adaptable, proactive, and eager to learn
• Ambitious with a clear desire to progress your career in practice

What’s On Offer

Salary & Progression

• £26,000 – £32,000 DOE
• Clear progression to Senior level
• Ongoing performance reviews and development planning

Work-Life Balance

• Hybrid working model
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional days
• Office closure over Christmas period (subject to business needs)

Professional Development

• Full study support package (fees, materials, study leave)
• Structured training and development opportunities
• Exposure to both accounts and audit pathways

Core Benefits

• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Enhanced sick pay and family leave policies
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support)
• Access to corporate discounts platform

Flexible Benefits (Optional)

• Private medical insurance (PMI)
• Critical illness cover
• Cash plan, dental and eye care
• Cycle to work scheme

Location & Working Pattern

• Doncaster office location with strong local transport links
• Hybrid working available with a balanced office/home split
• Supportive, team-focused office culture

Career Progression

This is an excellent entry point into a long-term career with our client:

• Short-term: Build core accounts and audit experience
• Medium-term: Progress to Accounts & Audit Senior
• Long-term: Opportunities to specialise or move into leadership roles

Apply Now

To apply or arrange a confidential discussion, please contact:

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

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Our client is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals.

Accounts & Audit Senior

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 DOE 

Location: Manchester City Centre | Fast-Track to Manager

Step into a role where your progression is planned, not promised

Are you an ACA / ACCA professional ready to accelerate your career within a high-performing accountancy practice? This opportunity offers a clear and structured pathway to Manager, exposure to a diverse and high-quality client base, and the chance to develop both technically and commercially within a supportive, forward-thinking firm.

Our client, a Top 40 UK accountancy practice within a national network, is growing its Manchester team and seeking an ambitious Accounts & Audit Senior to play a pivotal role in delivering client excellence whilst building towards leadership.

The Role: Overview

As an Accounts & Audit Senior, you will take ownership of a varied client portfolio, delivering high-quality audit and accounts work while mentoring junior staff and strengthening client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Audit & Accounts Delivery

• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion in line with ISAs (UK)
• Prepare and review statutory accounts under FRS 102 / UK GAAP
• Manage a portfolio including limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements

Client Relationship Management

• Act as a main point of contact for clients
• Build trusted relationships and provide commercial, value-added advice
• Identify opportunities to support additional advisory services

Team Leadership

• Supervise, coach, and review work of junior team members
• Provide technical guidance and support development
• Contribute to internal training and team initiatives

About Our Client

Our client is a Top 40 UK accountancy firm with a strong national presence, offering audit, accounts, tax, and advisory services to a broad client base. The Manchester office provides a modern, collaborative working environment with excellent access to national expertise and resources.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications & Experience

• ACA / ACCA qualified or finalist (completion within 12 months)
• 2–5 years’ UK practice experience in audit and accounts
• Experience handling multi-sector client portfolios

Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge of FRS 102, UK GAAP, and ISAs (UK)
• Experience with CCH, Caseware, or similar software
• Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills
• Experience in audit planning, fieldwork, and completion

Key Attributes

• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Demonstrable leadership or supervisory experience
• Proactive approach with ambition to progress to Manager level

What’s On Offer

Salary & Career Progression

• £35,000 – £45,000 DOE
• Structured pathway to Manager within 18–24 months
• Annual salary reviews and discretionary bonus scheme

Work-Life Balance

• Hybrid working (2–3 days in office)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service)
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Flexible working hours and early Friday finishes in summer

Professional Development

• Full study support (fees, materials, study leave)
• Structured CPD and technical training programmes
• Access to national training resources and mentoring
• Support for further qualifications (e.g. CTA)

Additional Benefits

• Employer pension contributions
• Paid professional subscriptions
• Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing support)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Regular team socials and networking opportunities
• Modern city centre office with excellent transport links

Location & Working Pattern

• Manchester City Centre (easy access via Piccadilly, Metrolink, and bus routes)
• Hybrid working: typically 2–3 days in-office
• Surrounded by local amenities, restaurants, and retail

Career Progression

This role offers a clear, achievable route to Manager level:

• Year 1: Strengthen technical delivery and client ownership
• Year 2: Manage larger assignments and broaden leadership responsibilities
• Manager: Full portfolio ownership, team leadership, and business development

Further progression to Senior Manager, Director, and Partner is actively supported.

Apply Now

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. Our client is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals.

Audit Senior

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 + Clear Progression 

Location: Sheffield (Hybrid Working)

Are you an ambitious Audit Senior looking to step into a role where your expertise is valued, your progression is mapped, and your client exposure is genuinely varied? This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and growing UK accountancy practice with a strong regional presence and a reputation for developing its people.

Working within a collaborative and forward-thinking audit team, you’ll take ownership of assignments, build meaningful client relationships, and play a key role in delivering high-quality audit services across diverse sectors.

The Opportunity

As an Audit Senior, you will lead audits from planning to completion, acting as a trusted point of contact for clients while supporting and mentoring junior colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Prepare risk assessments, audit plans, and tailored audit programmes
• Manage on-site fieldwork and act as the primary client contact
• Review and supervise work completed by junior team members
• Ensure compliance with UK auditing and accounting standards (UK GAAP, ISA)
• Draft audit reports and findings for Manager/Director review
• Contribute to audit quality improvements and internal best practice

What We’re Looking For

Experience & Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or finalist)
• 2–4+ years’ UK practice experience, operating at Audit Senior level
• Proven track record of leading audits and managing multiple engagements

Technical & Professional Skills

• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and auditing standards (ISA)
• Experience with audit software (experience with MyWorkpapers advantageous)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Confident communicator with strong client-facing skills
• Highly organised with a proactive, quality-driven approach
• Willingness to travel to client sites within the regional network

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary: £40,000 – £45,000 (depending on experience)
• Hybrid working model with flexibility around office/site attendance
• Clear and structured progression path into Assistant Manager/Manager level
• Exposure to a diverse client portfolio across multiple sectors
• Ongoing professional development and study support (if required)
• 25+ days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme and additional employee benefits
• Supportive, collaborative culture focused on career growth and work-life balance

Location & Working Arrangements

• Sheffield-based role
• Combination of office, client site visits, and home working

Apply Now

If you’re ready to take the next step in your audit career and join a firm that genuinely invests in its people, we’d love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

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

All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence. Our client is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Cloud Bookkeeper

Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 + Career Development

Location: Keighley (Office-Based with Flexibility)

Join a Modern, Cloud-Driven Practice Supporting Growing Businesses

Are you an experienced Cloud Bookkeeper looking to join a progressive accountancy practice where your skills will be fully utilised and developed? Our client, a forward-thinking firm based in Keighley, is seeking a detail-oriented professional to support a diverse portfolio of clients while playing a key role in their expanding digital and MTD-focused services.

This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with experienced accountants, gain exposure to varied clients, and develop your career in a technology-led environment.

The Role: Your Responsibilities

You will take ownership of day-to-day bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accurate and timely financial records while supporting wider accounting processes.

Key duties include:

• Managing a portfolio of clients using cloud accounting software
• Processing financial data and maintaining accurate bookkeeping records
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Liaising with clients via email and telephone, building strong professional relationships
• Supporting Making Tax Digital (MTD) processes and development within the firm
• Assisting senior accountants with:
  • Posting journals and adjustments up to trial balance
  • Preparation of management accounts (where applicable)
• Managing deadlines effectively and prioritising workload
• Occasional travel to client sites to collect records when required

About You: Skills & Experience Required

We are looking for a proactive and organised individual with strong practice experience and a solid understanding of cloud bookkeeping systems.

Essential criteria:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience within a UK accountancy practice
• Strong experience in bookkeeping for:
  • Sole traders
  • Limited companies
  • Partnerships
• Proficient in cloud accounting software, ideally including:
  • Xero
  • Sage Business Cloud
  • QuickBooks
  • FreeAgent
• Solid understanding of VAT processes and compliance
• Ability to prepare accounts data accurately to trial balance level
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently

Additional requirements:

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (for occasional client visits) - desirable but not essential

Salary & Benefits Package

• £28,000 – £35,000, depending on experience
• Structured career progression opportunities into senior-level roles
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Exposure to a varied and growing client portfolio
• Opportunity to develop expertise in cloud accounting and MTD systems
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Modern systems and forward-thinking approach to accountancy
• Flexible working arrangements where appropriate

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Be part of a firm actively investing in digital accounting and cloud technology
• Gain hands-on experience across a wide range of industries
• Work in a role offering autonomy, responsibility, and progression
• Develop both your technical and client-facing skills

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Cloud Bookkeeper ready to take the next step in your career, we would welcome your application.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

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

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Semi Senior Accountant

Salary: £32,000 – £38,000 + Progression

Location: Keighley Area (On-site with Flexibility)

Build Your Career in a Progressive, Cloud-Focused Practice

Are you an ambitious Semi Senior Accountant or experienced Cloud Bookkeeper looking to take the next step in your career? Our client, a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice in Keighley, offers the opportunity to work with a varied portfolio of businesses while developing your technical expertise and progressing within a supportive team environment.

This is an ideal role for someone who thrives in a modern, cloud-based accounting environment, enjoys client interaction, and is keen to build towards a senior position.

The Role: What You’ll Be Doing

As a key member of the team, you will take ownership of a portfolio of small business clients, supporting both bookkeeping and accounts preparation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing client bookkeeping using cloud accounting software
• Liaising directly with clients via email and telephone
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Assisting with Making Tax Digital (MTD) processes and development
• Supporting senior accountants with:
  • Accounts preparation up to trial balance
  • Potential production of management accounts
• Ensuring deadlines are met and maintaining high accuracy standards
• Occasional travel to client sites to collect records

About You: Skills & Experience Required

To succeed in this role, you will bring a strong foundation in UK accountancy practice and a proactive approach to client service.

Essential requirements:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience within a UK accountancy practice
• Proven experience preparing accounts for:
  • Sole traders
  • Limited companies
  • Partnerships
• Strong working knowledge of cloud-based accounting software, ideally including:
  • Xero
  • Sage Business Cloud
  • QuickBooks
  • FreeAgent
• Excellent understanding of bookkeeping and accounts preparation processes
• Ability to work independently, manage workload, and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• High level of attention to detail

Additional requirements:

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (required for occasional client visits)

Salary & Benefits Package

• £32,000 – £38,000, depending on experience and qualifications
• Clear career progression pathway towards Senior Accountant level
• Exposure to a diverse client portfolio across multiple sectors
• Ongoing professional development and training support
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Modern, cloud-focused practice with up-to-date systems
• Flexible working arrangements (where appropriate)
• Opportunity to gain further responsibility and client ownership

Why Join This Firm?

• A growing and progressive practice embracing digital accounting
• Opportunity to develop technical skills and client-facing experience
• Genuine scope for career advancement as the firm continues to expand
• Work closely with experienced senior professionals in a mentoring environment

Apply Now

If you’re ready to take the next step in your accountancy career, we would love 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.