Job Description:

Semi-Senior Accountant - Keighley, West Yorkshire

Location: Keighley (Office-Based)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £32,000 – £35,000 (flexible, negotiable DOE)
 

About the Firm

• Well-established, forward-thinking independent accountancy practice
• Strong focus on SME clients across a varied sector base
• Embraces cloud accounting and digital transformation (MTD-focused)
• Supportive team environment with opportunity for progression

The Role

• Manage a portfolio of small business clients across multiple industries
• Maintain accurate day-to-day bookkeeping using cloud-based software
• Support senior accountants with accounts preparation and financial reporting
• Assist in the ongoing development of the firm’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) function

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients
• Processing financial data via cloud accounting platforms
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns
• Liaising with clients via phone and email on financial matters
• Supporting accounts preparation up to trial balance
• Assisting with management accounts where required
• Prioritising workload effectively to meet strict deadlines
• Occasional travel to client sites to collect records

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience within a UK accountancy practice
• Strong experience preparing accounts for:
  • Sole traders
  • Limited companies
  • Partnerships
• Proficient in cloud accounting software (Sage Business Cloud, Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent preferred)
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary with flexibility for the right candidate
• Exposure to a diverse client portfolio
• Opportunity to develop within a growing MTD-focused environment
• Stable, office-based role within a collaborative team