Job Description

Senior Accountant

Salary: £42,000 - £58,000 + Hybrid Working + Excellent Career Progression

Location: Leeds Area | Established Independent Practice

 

Take the Next Step in Your Accountancy Career

 

Are you an experienced practice-based accountant looking for a role that offers greater client exposure, technical variety, and a clear route for career progression?

Our client, a respected and growing independent accountancy practice in the Leeds area, is seeking a talented Senior Accountant to join its expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with Partners and senior leadership, supporting a diverse portfolio of clients while developing your professional skills within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Whether you are fully qualified or an accomplished Qualified by Experience (QBE) professional, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of client assignments, build lasting relationships, and play a key role in the firm's continued success.

 

The Opportunity

As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality accounts and tax services to a varied client portfolio, including owner-managed businesses, SMEs, partnerships, and private individuals.

Working directly with Partners and Senior Managers, you will manage assignments from planning through to completion while also supporting and developing junior team members where appropriate.

 

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Preparation & Financial Reporting

• Prepare year-end statutory accounts for:
  • Limited companies
  • LLPs
  • Partnerships
  • Sole traders
• Ensure accounts are prepared accurately and in accordance with relevant accounting standards.
• Review financial information and identify areas for improvement and client support.
• Assist with management accounts and other financial reporting assignments where required.

Tax Compliance & Advisory Support

• Prepare corporation tax computations and returns.
• Prepare personal tax returns and self-assessment submissions.
• Support clients with taxation queries and compliance matters.
• Identify opportunities to provide additional value-added services.

Client Relationship Management

• Act as a key point of contact for a portfolio of clients.
• Liaise directly with business owners and stakeholders regarding accounts and tax matters.
• Build strong, long-term client relationships through excellent service delivery.
• Respond efficiently to client queries and provide practical commercial advice.

Practice & Project Support

• Assist Partners and Senior Managers with ad hoc client projects.
• Delegate work to junior members of the team where appropriate.
• Support the training and development of junior staff.
• Contribute to maintaining the high standards and reputation of the practice.

 

About You

Essential Requirements

• ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent qualification, or strong Qualified by Experience (QBE) credentials.
• Minimum 4-6 years' UK accountancy practice experience.
• Strong background within a general practice environment.
• Proven experience preparing statutory accounts for a variety of business entities.
• Experience preparing corporation tax and personal tax returns.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Technical Skills

• Good working knowledge of:
  • FRS 102
  • UK GAAP
  • Corporation Tax
  • Personal Tax / Self Assessment
  • Accounts production processes
• Experience using accountancy software such as:
  • Xero
  • QuickBooks
  • Sage
  • Iris, CCH, Digita or similar systems
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.

Desirable Experience

• Audit experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Experience reviewing junior staff work.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses and SMEs.

 

Career Progression Opportunities

Our client is committed to developing and retaining talented professionals.

You will benefit from:

• Clear progression pathways towards Assistant Manager and Manager level.
• Direct mentoring from experienced Partners.
• Increasing responsibility for client portfolio management.
• Exposure to a broad range of industries and business sectors.
• Ongoing technical and professional development support.

 

Salary & Benefits

Competitive Package

• £42,000 - £58,000 basic salary, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Annual salary reviews.
• Performance-related bonus opportunities.

Benefits Package

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Enhanced pension scheme.
• Professional subscription fees paid.
• Full CPD and training support.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Modern office environment.
• Free on-site parking.
• Employee wellbeing support initiatives.
• Regular team events and social activities.
• Supportive and collaborative culture.
• Exposure to high-quality clients and interesting assignments.

 

 

Interested?

If you are a practice-trained accountant looking to join a respected firm where your contribution will be recognised and your career can continue to develop, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

David Hawthorne-Finch
Director | H-FTS Recruitment

Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Apply today or contact David directly for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity.

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