Job Description

We are working with a leading and highly progressive firm of Accountants in Leeds who have an outstanding opportunity for a Business Services/ Accounts Senior to join their team.

The ideal candidate will be ACA or ACCA (Part Qualified, AAT Qualified, QBE also considered) qualified with a strong background in practice and be experienced in the preparation of year end statutory, management accounts and ideally managing your own portfolio.

The role will involve plenty of client interaction so excellent communication/ interpersonal skills are essential.

This is an outstanding opportunity to progress your career with a highly reputable firm where you will be rewarded with an excellent remuneration/ benefits package and a good work/life balance.

The role can be seen in more detail below:

Responsibilities:

• Managing portfolios of clients
• Preparation of statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
• Preparation of VAT returns & bookkeeping
• Preparation of management accounts
• Dealing with client/ HMRC queries
• Reviewing the work of junior staff
• Client meetings/ liaison

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

ACA/ ACCA Qualified. ACA/ ACCA Part Qualified/ Finalist also considered. Practice experience is essential. Working knowledge of accounting software programs such as Sage, QuickBooks & Xero is desirable.