Job Description
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.