Accounts & Audit Senior — Hybrid Practice, Fast Progression

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Study support

25 days holiday

Paid subscriptions

Team environment

Job summary

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd. is helping a growing independent practice recruit an Accounts & Audit Senior in Wakefield. You will manage a client portfolio, handle statutory accounts, audits, and tax work, with progression toward Assistant Manager/Manager in the medium term.

The role offers hybrid working after onboarding, a supportive team, and opportunities for professional study. Salary ranges reflect £38,000–£45,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' UK accountancy practice experience (essential).
• Experience across accounts preparation, audit and tax in a practice environment.
• Part-qualified or qualified ACCA/ACA (or equivalent), or qualified by experience with strong practice background.

Responsibilities

• Preparing statutory year-end accounts for a range of clients.
• Leading or supporting on audit assignments from planning to completion.
• Preparing corporation tax computations and returns; assisting with personal tax where required.
• Managing your own client portfolio and building long-term relationships.
• Reviewing work by juniors and providing guidance and support.
• Assisting with management accounts, VAT returns and ad hoc advisory work.

Skills

3+ years UK practice

Client relationships

Time management

Education

ACCA/ACA or equivalent

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd. is helping a growing independent practice recruit an Accounts & Audit Senior in Wakefield. You will manage a client portfolio, handle statutory accounts, audits, and tax work, with progression toward Assistant Manager/Manager in the medium term.

The role offers hybrid working after onboarding, a supportive team, and opportunities for professional study. Salary ranges reflect £38,000–£45,000 depending on experience.