Accounts Senior
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Location: Leeds
Salary: Dependent on experience
Overview
Our client is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Accounts Senior to join their growing accountancy practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice accountant who is ready to step into a more senior role, taking ownership of accounts and tax work while developing greater responsibility and contributing to the development of junior team members.
Key Responsibilities
Preparation of statutory accounts for sole traders and limited companies
Reconciliation of profit and loss accounts and balance sheets
Preparation and submission of corporation tax returns
Completion of self-assessment tax returns
Handling quarterly Making Tax Digital (MTD) income tax submissions
Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team
Working across a range of accounting software including Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, and IRIS
Requirements
2–3 years’ experience working within an accountancy practice environment
AAT qualified (or equivalent qualification/experience considered)
Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and tax compliance
Confident using cloud-based accounting software
High attention to detail with strong organisational skills
Ability to manage workload and work to deadlines
Good communication skills, with the ability to liaise with clients and colleagues
Location: Leeds
Salary: Dependent on experience
Overview
Our client is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Accounts Senior to join their growing accountancy practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice accountant who is ready to step into a more senior role, taking ownership of accounts and tax work while developing greater responsibility and contributing to the development of junior team members.
Key Responsibilities
Preparation of statutory accounts for sole traders and limited companies
Reconciliation of profit and loss accounts and balance sheets
Preparation and submission of corporation tax returns
Completion of self-assessment tax returns
Handling quarterly Making Tax Digital (MTD) income tax submissions
Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team
Working across a range of accounting software including Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, and IRIS
Requirements
2–3 years’ experience working within an accountancy practice environment
AAT qualified (or equivalent qualification/experience considered)
Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and tax compliance
Confident using cloud-based accounting software
High attention to detail with strong organisational skills
Ability to manage workload and work to deadlines
Good communication skills, with the ability to liaise with clients and colleagues