Audit & Accounts Senior: Path to Director with Flexible Hours

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Progression to Director

23 days annual leave + holidays

Enhanced sick pay

Employer pension contributions

CPD

Professional subscriptions funded

Diverse client portfolio

Job summary

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd in Leeds is seeking an ambitious Accounts & Audit Senior to join a progressive firm where progression to Director is realistic and your work matters. You will deliver high-quality accounting, audit and advisory work, manage your own client relationships, and support junior team members within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

The role offers flexible working in the Leeds area, a salary range of £38,000–£48,000 with a clear progression path, and a

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or QBE with significant experience)
• Minimum 4-6 years UK accountancy practice experience
• Proven experience managing a portfolio of clients independently
• Strong technical knowledge of statutory accounts, tax, and compliance
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Office skills
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload effectively

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review statutory accounts and tax computations for Limited Companies, Sole Traders, Partnerships, and LLPs
• Produce management accounts and provide actionable insights to clients
• Complete and submit VAT returns (MTD compliant) accurately and on time
• Manage submissions to Companies House and HMRC
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong relationships
• Support client onboarding, including engagement processes and HMRC authorisations
• Assist with audit assignments (where applicable)
• Provide training, mentoring, and review of junior staff work
• Handle day-to-day client queries and contribute to service delivery excellence

Skills

ACA/ACCA qualified

4-6 years UK experience

Portfolio management

Statutory accounts & tax

Excel proficiency

Client-facing skills

Multi-deadline management

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage 50

Digita

Job description

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd in Leeds is seeking an ambitious Accounts & Audit Senior to join a progressive firm where progression to Director is realistic and your work matters. You will deliver high-quality accounting, audit and advisory work, manage your own client relationships, and support junior team members within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

The role offers flexible working in the Leeds area, a salary range of £38,000–£48,000 with a clear progression path, and a