Semi Senior Accountant

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 + Study Support + Hybrid Working

Location: Leeds Area

Accelerate Your Accountancy Career with a Growing Independent Practice

Are you an aspiring accountant looking to build your experience in a supportive practice environment with genuine progression opportunities?

Our client, a respected and growing independent accountancy practice in the Leeds area, is seeking a Semi Senior Accountant to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified, qualified, or experienced QBE professional looking to develop their technical skills, gain greater client exposure, and progress their career within a collaborative and forward-thinking firm.

The Role

Working closely with Partners and Senior Managers, you will support a varied portfolio of clients including SMEs, owner-managed businesses, partnerships, and sole traders.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for:
  • Limited companies
  • LLPs
  • Partnerships
  • Sole traders
• Prepare corporation tax computations and returns
• Prepare personal tax returns and self-assessment submissions
• Liaise directly with clients regarding accounts and tax matters
• Assist Partners and Senior Managers with ad hoc client projects
• Support the delivery of high-quality accounting and taxation services
• Work alongside junior and senior colleagues within a supportive team environment

About You

Essential Requirements

• AAT qualified, ACA/ACCA part-qualified, fully qualified, or strong QBE candidate
• 2-4+ years' UK accountancy practice experience
• Experience preparing statutory accounts
• Experience with corporation tax and personal tax returns
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail

Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of:
  • FRS 102
  • UK GAAP
  • Corporation Tax
  • Self Assessment
• Experience using software such as:
  • Xero
  • Sage
  • QuickBooks
  • Iris, CCH, Digita, or similar
• Good Microsoft Excel skills

Desirable

• Audit experience, although not essential
• Experience working with SMEs and owner-managed businesses

Career Development

Our client is committed to developing future leaders within the practice and offers:

• ACA or ACCA study support (where applicable)
• Structured professional development
• Direct mentoring from experienced Partners
• Exposure to a diverse client portfolio
• Clear progression towards Senior Accountant and beyond

Salary & Benefits

Package on Offer

• £30,000 - £40,000 salary, depending on experience and qualifications
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Study support package
• Professional subscriptions paid
• Pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Ongoing CPD and technical training
• Modern office environment
• Free on-site parking
• Regular team events
• Supportive and collaborative culture

Apply Now

If you're looking to join a growing accountancy practice that will invest in your development and provide genuine long-term career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

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

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, contact David directly or submit your application today.

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