Audit and Accounts Senior

Are you an ambitious Accounts & Audit Senior looking to join a progressive firm where your contribution is genuinely recognised and your career can accelerate towards Director level Our client offers more than a traditional practice role youll gain exposure to a diverse entrepreneurial client base while working closely with senior leaders who are invested in your long-term success.

This opportunity is ideal for a practice professional who enjoys variety values client relationships and wants to develop both technically and commercially within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

You will play a key role in delivering high-quality accounting audit and advisory services whilst managing your own client relationships and supporting junior team members.

• Prepare and review statutory accounts and tax computations for Limited Companies Sole Traders Partnerships and LLPs
• Produce management accounts and provide actionable insights to clients
• Complete and submit VAT returns (MTD compliant) accurately and on time
• Manage submissions to Companies House and HMRC
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients building strong relationships
• Support client onboarding including engagement processes and HMRC authorisations
• Assist with audit assignments (where applicable)
• Provide training mentoring and review of junior staff work
• Handle day-to-day client queries and contribute to service delivery excellence

You will be a confident accounting professional with strong technical ability and a proactive client-focused mindset.

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or QBE with significant experience)
• Minimum 46 years UK accountancy practice experience
• Proven experience managing a portfolio of clients independently
• Strong technical knowledge of statutory accounts tax and compliance
• High proficiency with accounting software including Xero QuickBooks Sage Line 50 and Digita
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Office skills
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload effectively

• Experience in audit assignments
• Strong understanding of accounting disclosures and reporting standards
• Commercial awareness with the ability to identify value-added advisory opportunities
• Full UK driving licence (not essential)

Our client provides a highly competitive package along with genuine long-term career opportunities.

• Salary:(dependent on experience)
• Clear progression pathway to Manager and Director level
• Flexible working hours (37-hour week with adaptable start/finish times)
• 23 days annual leave bank holidays additional Christmas closure day
• Enhanced company sick pay (post-probation)
• Employer pension contributions up to 5%
• Professional subscriptions fully funded
• Comprehensive Continued Professional Development (CPD)
• Exposure to a diverse and high-quality client portfolio
• Supportive collaborative culture with direct access to senior leadership

• Leeds area-based role
• Office-based with flexibility around working hours
• Minimal travel requirements primarily Yorkshire-based client portfolio

If you are looking to advance your career within a dynamic and supportive practice with clear progression and varied client exposure we would welcome your application.

Contact:
David Hawthorne-Finch

Submit your CV or contact us directly for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

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