Senior Accountant

Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 + Hybrid Working + Clear Career Progression

Location: Cleckheaton Area, West Yorkshire

Join a Growing Practice Where Your Expertise Makes a Real Impact

Are you an experienced practice-based accountant looking for more than just another compliance role?

Our client, a well-established and highly regarded independent accountancy practice in the Cleckheaton area, is seeking a talented Senior Accountant to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with Partners and senior leadership, manage a varied portfolio of clients, and develop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Whether you are fully qualified or a strong Qualified by Experience (QBE) professional, this role offers exposure to a broad range of accounting and taxation work, direct client contact, and genuine opportunities for progression.

The Role

As a Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality accounting and taxation services to a diverse client base, ranging from owner-managed businesses to established companies across multiple sectors.

Working directly with Partners and Senior Managers, you will manage assignments from start to finish while supporting and mentoring junior team members where appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Preparation & Financial Reporting

• Prepare year-end statutory accounts for:
  • Limited companies
  • LLPs
  • Partnerships
  • Sole traders
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Review financial information and provide practical recommendations to clients.

Tax Compliance

• Prepare and submit corporation tax returns and computations.
• Prepare personal tax returns for a range of clients.
• Assist with basic tax planning opportunities and client queries.

Client Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Act as a key point of contact for accounts and taxation queries.
• Provide proactive support and advice to businesses and individuals.

Project & Practice Support

• Assist Partners and Senior Managers with ad hoc assignments and specialist projects.
• Support junior colleagues through delegation and mentoring opportunities.
• Contribute to maintaining high standards of client service across the practice.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

Essential Requirements

• ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent professional qualification, or be a strong Qualified by Experience (QBE) candidate.
• Minimum 3-5 years' UK accountancy practice experience.
• Strong background within a general practice environment.
• Experience preparing accounts for a variety of business entities.
• Experience preparing corporation tax and personal tax returns.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational abilities.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Audit experience, although this is not essential.
• Knowledge of:
  • UK GAAP
  • FRS 102
  • Corporation Tax
  • Self-Assessment Tax Returns
• Experience using cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, or similar platforms.
• Ability to review work and provide guidance to junior team members.

Career Development Opportunities

This position offers genuine opportunities for professional growth, including:

• Exposure to a broad and varied client portfolio.
• Direct mentoring from experienced Partners.
• Increased client responsibility and portfolio management opportunities.
• Progression towards Assistant Manager or Manager level for the right candidate.
• Ongoing professional development and technical training.

Salary & Benefits

Salary

• £40,000 - £55,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits Package

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Professional membership fees paid.
• Ongoing training and CPD support.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing firm.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Free on-site parking.
• Modern office facilities.
• Regular team and social events.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives.

Location & Working Arrangement

Cleckheaton Area, West Yorkshire

This role offers a hybrid working model, providing flexibility whilst maintaining close collaboration with colleagues and clients.

Apply Today

If you are an ambitious Senior Accountant seeking a role that combines client interaction, technical development, and long-term career progression, we would be delighted to speak with you in confidence.

David Hawthorne-Finch
Director | H-FTS Recruitment
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact David directly.

All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence. H-FTS is acting as a recruitment consultancy on behalf of our client, and your details will not be disclosed without your prior consent.