Job Description:

Accounts Senior

Based in Horsforth
Paying £36,000 - £42,000 DOE
37 hours per week
Hybrid with flexible working arrangements (core hours 9:00am - 4:00pm)

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing accountancy practice in Horsforth that is looking to appoint an experienced Accounts Senior to join its friendly and professional team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practice-trained accountant who enjoys working closely with clients and taking ownership of a varied portfolio. The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of accounts preparation, tax compliance and client support, while also assisting with the development of junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of statutory financial accounts with minimal supervision, ensuring full compliance with FRS 102.
• Preparation of corporation tax computations, including capital allowances calculations.
• Resolving accounting issues and reconciliations, including VAT-related matters.
• Preparation and review of VAT returns.
• Assisting with management accounts preparation and client reporting.
• Supporting clients with technical accounting and tax queries, explaining complex matters in a clear and practical way.
• Preparation of self-assessment tax returns.
• Undertaking ad hoc assignments, including cash flow forecasts and projections.
• Supporting audit assignments where required (audit experience is advantageous but not essential).
• Supervising, mentoring and assisting with the development of junior team members.
• Managing a portfolio of sole traders, partnerships and limited companies while delivering a high standard of client service.

About You

• A minimum of 4 years' experience working within an accountancy practice.
• AAT, ACA or ACCA part-qualified, or fully qualified.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation, taxation and VAT.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to build strong client relationships.
• A proactive and organised approach to managing workloads and deadlines.

What's on Offer?

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

If you're looking to join a respected local practice where you'll have genuine client contact, varied responsibilities and the opportunity to develop your career, we'd love to hear from you.

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INDFIR

The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.