Accounts Semi Senior

Si Recruitment; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Si Recruitment is seeking an Accounts Semi-Senior at a well-established Harrogate practice. The role offers broad exposure across accounts prep, bookkeeping, VAT, and tax work within a supportive team.

The ideal candidate has about 12 years’ practice experience and is developing towards AAT or ACA, with CCH Accounts Production knowledge being advantageous. A collaborative environment and study support are provided.

Qualifications

• 12 years experience in an accountancy practice is preferred.
• Studying towards or interested in AAT or ACA qualifications.
• Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and bookkeeping processes.
• Experience with CCH Accounts Production is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Detail-oriented with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Preparing accounts for owner-managed businesses and clients.
• Assisting with bookkeeping duties and VAT returns.
• Supporting audit assignments when required.
• Assisting with personal and business tax work.
• Collaborating with senior team members to deliver work accurately.
• Liaising with clients to resolve queries and gather information.

Skills

Accounts production

Bookkeeping

VAT returns

Audit support

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Progress towards AAT/ACA

Tools

CCH Accounts Production

Job description

A well-established and growing independent accountancy practice based in central Harrogate is seeking an Accounts Semi-Senior to join its friendly and supportive team.

This opportunity would suit someone with around 12 years experience within an accountancy practice environment who is looking to continue developing their career in a varied and hands-on role. The firm is keen to recruit someone with existing practice experience and can offer ongoing study support towards either AAT or ACA qualifications.

The Role

The successful candidate will gain exposure across a broad range of accounting and compliance work, supporting a varied portfolio of clients while continuing to build their technical skills.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing accounts for a range of owner-managed businesses and clients
• Assisting with bookkeeping duties and VAT returns
• Supporting audit assignments where required
• Assisting with personal and business tax work
• Working closely with senior team members and managers to deliver client work accurately and efficiently
• Liaising with clients to resolve queries and obtain information
• Supporting the wider team with general practice and compliance work

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment (ideally 12 years)
• Studying towards or interested in studying AAT or ACA qualifications
• Good understanding of accounts preparation and bookkeeping processes
• Experience with CCH Accounts Production software would be advantageous, although not essential
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Good attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and professional practice that offers genuine development opportunities, study support, and exposure to a wide range of accounting work within a collaborative team environment.