Senior Accountant

Si Recruitment; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in Huddersfield is seeking a Senior Accountant who is ACA or ACCA qualified, or nearing qualification. The role involves managing a diverse portfolio of clients, preparing complex financial statements, and training staff. The company offers competitive benefits including flexible working hours and a pension scheme.

Benefits

33 holiday days per year including bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Payment of professional memberships

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking

Free eye tests

Various staff incentives

Qualifications

• Proven experience within an accountancy practice.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and tax regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage own portfolio of clients.
• Prepare and review complex financial statements and tax returns.
• Train staff and allocate duties.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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We are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Accountant who is either ACA or ACCA qualified, or in the final stages of qualification, to join an Accountancy Practice in Huddersfield.

Key Responsibilities:

• Able to manage and take responsibility for own portfolio of clients

• Preparation and review of complex company financial statements, interim management accounts, personal tax returns & partnership accounts and returns

• Review and submit quarterly VAT returns

• Forecasts and business projections – not essential

• Attend client meetings and interact with directors and business owners

• Train members of staff and allocate duties

Qualifications and Skills:

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or nearing qualification with relevant practical experience.

• Proven experience within an accountancy practice, demonstrating a strong understanding of accounting principles and tax regulations.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact confidently with clients and colleagues.

• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage) and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Salary depending on experience

• 37.5 hours per week but flexible working around core hours (10.30am – 4.00pm)

• Holiday entitlement of 33 holiday days per year including bank holidays

• Company Pension scheme (salary sacrifice option available)

• Payment of professional memberships

• Cycle to work scheme

• Free parking or street parking at all sites

• Free eye tests

• Various staff incentives – Commission based referral scheme, Google review reward

• Staff Discount scheme on Wills, LPA’s and Mortgages fee