Accounting Senior

Armstrong Watson; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent Accountancy firm in Leeds is seeking a Business Services Senior to prepare financial statements and tax computations. The role requires strong accounting experience and a relevant qualification such as AAT, ICAS, ACCA, or ACA. Responsibilities include drafting financial statements, preparing VAT returns, and managing accounts under strict deadlines, all in a fast-paced environment. It also demands excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. Competitive benefits and support for career development are offered.

Benefits

Salary Sacrifice Employer Contribution Pension Scheme

Competitive Annual Leave entitlement

Annual Leave Purchase Scheme

Smart Working Policy

Health Shield Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid flu jabs and eye tests

Introductory Commission Scheme

Employee Referral Scheme

Ongoing training access

Paid professional membership fees

Charity of the Month

Colleague of the Month

Subsidised social events

Qualifications

• A Full UK Driving Licence is required.
• Experience in an Accounting capacity at an Accountancy practice.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete draft financial statements for review.
• Prepare VAT returns and management accounts.
• Assist with filing financial and corporate tax returns.

Skills

Accounting experience

Team player

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Ability to prioritize under pressure

Education

AAT, ICAS, ACCA or ACA qualified (or 'Qualified by Experience')

Job description

Overview

We are now recruiting for a Business Services Senior to join our Leeds office and wider Business Services Service Line.

Responsibilities

• Completing draft financial statements for sole traders, partnerships and companies ready for review by a Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager
• Completing draft business tax computations ready for review by a Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager
• Preparing VAT returns, book keeping assignments and management accounts for clients
• Assisting with the filing of financial statements and corporate tax returns
• Raising appropriate queries for the Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager

Please note that we will not be accepting candidates from agency suppliers in connection with this vacancy.

Qualifications

• A Full UK Driving Licence
• Either AAT, ICAS, ACCA or ACA qualified (or be "Qualified by Experience")
• Experience of working in an Accounting capacity at an Accountancy practice
• Comfortable working in a fast paced environment
• A dedicated team player, and willing to assist colleagues in the team where possible
• Able to prioritise workloads under strict deadlines and work well under pressure
• Able to use initiative and have great organisation / problem solving skills
• Keen to become part of a dynamic team

About Us

Armstrong Watson are a trusted and leading independent Accountancy and Business Advisory firm based in the North of England and Scotland. Our services and advice are all centred around our Quest to support our clients to achieve prosperity, a secure future and peace of mind, which cannot be achieved without the expertise of our dedicated and valued colleagues.

With approximately 800 colleagues situated across 19 offices, our people and our culture are at the heart of what we do. We recognise the unique impact we have on not only our clients, but also our colleagues, and the communities in which we operate. Our success is dependent on every colleague embracing all four of our core values : Honesty, Humanity, Trust and Passion.

Benefits

• Salary Sacrifice Employer Contribution Pension Scheme including Life Cover (4x salary) and Income Protection
• Competitive Annual Leave entitlement up to 26 days, plus Bank Holidays
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme allowing you to buy up to 5 additional days annual leave each year
• Smart Working Policy, giving you the ability to balance home and remote working
• Health Shield Cash Plan (cash back on a range of Health benefits and discounts on holidays, fashion and entertainment)
• Employee Assistance Programme (24 / 7 confidential support for wellbeing and health)
• Paid flu jabs and eye tests
• Introductory Commission Scheme (financial reward if you refer a new client)
• Employee Referral Scheme (financial reward if you refer new AW colleagues) enabling you to claim up to £2,500 for each referral
• Ongoing access to online training courses and materials
• Paid professional membership fees
• Charity of the Month
• Colleague of the Month
• Subsidised social events throughout the year

In addition to all the benefits you would expect from an award winning employer, you will be given the utmost encouragement and support to develop your career further. When you're with us... we're with you.