Senior Accountant

IPS Group Ltd; Horsforth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern and growing firm of accountants in Horsforth, Leeds, is seeking a Senior Accountant. The position offers a range of responsibilities, including preparing statutory accounts and tax returns, with opportunities for career progression. Flexible working and comprehensive support for further training are also available.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Full study support

Early finish on a Friday

27 days annual leave + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ practice experience in an accountancy firm.
• Experience as a Senior Accountant required.
• Comfortable contacting clients and supporting junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review statutory year-end accounts.
• Finalise Corporate Tax and Personal Tax returns.
• Support a trainee accountant and build client relationships.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Team Support

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified or nearing completion

Tools

Xero

Job description

Fantastic opportunity for a Senior Accountant to join a modern and growing firm of accountants based in Horsforth, Leeds.

This firm offers a wide range of services from tax, bookkeeping, management accounts and accounts preparation.

This firm works with some specialist clients, giving you the opportunity to focus your skills and support clients throughout their growth. There are progression opportunities on offer at this firm if you are keen to progress to a manager role.

As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for:

• Preparation and review of statutory year end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• Finalising Corporate Tax and Personal Tax returns.
• Transferring clients on to Xero
• Supporting a trainee accountant, helping them to progress and grow.
• Liaising with clients when necessary and forming long-term relationships.

To qualify for this Senior Accountant position, ideally you will meet the following:

• Will be ACA or ACCA qualified or nearing completion.
• Will have a minimum of 3 years’ Practice experience in an accountancy firm, having worked as a Senior Accountant.
• Feel comfortable and confident contacting clients and building relationships and supporting junior members of the team.

What’s on offer?

• Flexible working options
• Full study support
• Early finish on a Friday
• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Salary from £35,000 to £45,000

If you are interested in this Senior Accountant position or would like any further information, please contact Leah Mason at IPS Finance.
IPS Finance has 45 years’ experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.