Accountant

Equals One Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Leeds is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their team. The successful candidate will prepare client accounts and provide professional advice, requiring a FCA or ACCA qualification and 5 years of accountancy experience. The role offers competitive salary and the possibility of hybrid working.

Benefits

Pension scheme

25 days holidays plus bank holiday

Private Medical Insurance

Free parking onsite

Life cover

Opportunity for hybrid working

Opportunities for development

Qualifications

• 5 years’ accountancy experience required.
• Experience in accounting, VAT and management accounts is essential.
• Part qualified applicants may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of client accounts in line with regulatory requirements.
• Meeting clients and providing professional advice.
• Coaching and supporting junior colleagues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client relationship management

Strong communication skills

Team player

Knowledge of accounts preparation

Experience of accounting, VAT, and management accounts

Experience with MS Office, particularly Excel

Ability to manage high-volume workload

Education

FCA or ACCA qualification

Job description

Accountant

Salary circa 35k dependent on skills and experience

Leeds LS7 – free parking

Office Based – client visits required – must be a car driver

Benefits:

As well as a competitive salary, based on skills and experience, we offer:

• Pension scheme
• 25 days holidays plus bank holiday
• Private Medical Insurance
• Free parking onsite
• Life cover
• Opportunity for hybrid working (after probationary period)
• Due to our growth plans, there will be opportunities for development

It’s an exciting time to join HCA Group as we continue to grow our client base.

HCA Group are specialist accountants and business advisers based in Leeds, with over 30 years’ experience serving a diverse range of clients throughout the UK.

Due to continued growth, we are now looking for an experienced Accountant to join the team.

What it’s like to work for us

You will play a key role in our ongoing success, supporting our valued clients and continued growth.

Your day-to-day work will be varied including:

• Preparation of client accounts in line with regulatory requirements
• Meeting clients, providing professional advice relating to P&L, profit margins, budgeting and support with future planning
• Developing client relationships, ensuring we understand their financial goals, and timely and appropriate advice
• Supporting clients with MTD implementation
• Implementing internal systems improvements to support our efficiency and effectiveness
• Providing technical expertise and support to the accountancy team
• Coaching and supporting junior colleagues

To be successful in the role, you should have:

• FCA or ACCA qualification or equivalent experience (part qualified applicants may be considered)
• 5 years’ accountancy experience
• Knowledge and experience of accounts preparation
• Experience of accounting, VAT and management accounts
• Previous experience of working within an accountancy practice
• Ability to manage a high-volume workload, with a focus on attention to detail
• Experience of MS Office applications, particularly strong Excel skills
• Experience working with clients and developing relationships
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and writing
• A team player, who is positive, patient and hard working
• UK accountancy knowledge
• Experience of improving systems and processes

Does this sound like you?

If yes, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and cover letter without delay.