Accounts Senior

KD Recruitment Limited; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays

Discretionary annual bonus

Friendly, supportive environment

Accessible by public transport

Job summary

KD Recruitment Limited is partnering with a long-established accountancy practice in Scarborough to recruit an Accounts Senior/Senior Accountant. You will handle a varied portfolio, prepare year-end accounts, and support client relationships in a collaborative, supportive environment.

The role offers opportunities for professional development, exposure to multiple sectors, and the chance to advance within a respected independent practice. AAT/ACA/ACCA candidates or equivalents are welcome.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accountancy practice is essential.
• Experience preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Proficient in Xero, Sage or QuickBooks.
• AAT/ACA/ACCA or equivalent qualification or experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Manage a portfolio of clients as their day-to-day contact and respond to queries.
• Review bookkeeping, VAT returns and management accounts, identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Supervise and train junior staff and review their work.
• Manage deadlines and budgets, ensuring work is completed on time and within fees.
• Liaise with HMRC and Companies House on client matters and submissions.
• Support client meetings and explain financial results to managers and partners.
• Utilise accounting software (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks) and help clients improve processes.

Skills

Practice experience

Accounts preparation

Client relationships

Communication skills

Workload management

Attention to detail

Education

AAT / ACA / ACCA (or equiv.)

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Would you like to join a highly respected and established accountancy practice in Scarborough where your contribution is genuinely valued, your career development is supported, and you can build lasting relationships with a diverse portfolio of clients? Are you an ambitious Accounts Senior or Senior Accountant looking for a role where you can continue to develop within a friendly, professional and collaborative team?

We are working exclusively with a long-established and highly regarded accountancy practice in Scarborough that is continuing to grow and is looking to strengthen its accounts team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm that combines traditional client service with a supportive and people-focused culture.

This role would suit either an experienced Accounts Senior / Senior Accountant who is ready to take the next step in their career. You'll enjoy a varied workload, exposure to a broad range of clients across different sectors, and the opportunity to develop your technical knowledge while building trusted client relationships. You'll be joining a team that values collaboration, recognises individual contributions and genuinely invests in its people.

What the Accounts Senior job involves

Working as part of an experienced and supportive accounts team, you will be responsible for preparing accounts and supporting a varied portfolio of clients, including:

• Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards.
• Managing a portfolio of clients, acting as their day-to-day contact and answering queries.
• Reviewing bookkeeping, VAT returns and management accounts, identifying errors and resolving discrepancies.
• Supervising and supporting junior staff, reviewing their work and providing practical training.
• Managing deadlines and budgets, ensuring client work is completed accurately, on time and within agreed fees.
• Liaising with HMRC and Companies House on client matters, submissions and queries.
• Supporting client meetings, explaining financial results and highlighting issues or opportunities to managers and partners.
• Using accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks and accounts preparation packages, and helping clients improve their processes.

Skills required

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment is essential
• Experience preparing accounts for a range of business entities
• Good working knowledge of accounting software such as Xero, Sage or QuickBooks
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive client relationships
• The ability to manage your own workload and prioritise effectively
• AAT qualified, ACA/ACCA part-qualified, qualified or qualified by experience candidates will all be considered

Other information

• Full-time position working 37.5 hours per week
• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Free on-site parking
• Easily accessible on public transport
• Friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment
• Varied and interesting client portfolio across a range of sectors
• Genuine opportunities for career progression and continued professional development
• Exposure to experienced professionals who will support your ongoing learning and career growth
• Join a successful and well-respected independent practice where people stay because they enjoy the culture, the clients and the opportunities available