Senior Accountant

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd - Experts in Public Practice Accountancy Recruitment UK-Wide; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in Leeds is seeking a Senior Accountant to support a diverse portfolio of clients. This role offers opportunities for professional growth, client engagement, and a collaborative team environment. Ideal candidates will be AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/ACA, with strong accountancy experience and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Company pension

Health and wellbeing support

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/ACA.
• Strong experience in preparing accounts.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing year-end accounts for SMEs and larger companies.
• Reviewing bookkeeping and VAT returns.
• Mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Client relationship management

Education

AAT qualified

Part-qualified ACCA or ACA

Qualified by experience

Job description

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Senior Accountant

Are you ready to take your accountancy career to the next level in one of the UK’s most dynamic business cities?

A leading firm in Leeds is looking for a Senior Accountant to join their expanding team, supporting a varied portfolio of clients and making a real impact in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced accountant who is AAT qualified, part-qualified ACCA or ACA, or qualified by experience.

The successful candidate will work across a diverse portfolio of clients, preparing year-end accounts, supporting business advisory work, and mentoring junior team members.

If you’re searching for a Senior Accountant job in Leeds, this role offers scope for development, client-facing responsibility and a supportive team culture that encourages career growth.

If you’re ready to step into a rewarding and varied role with plenty of opportunity to grow, apply now for this exciting Senior Accountant job in Leeds or get in touch to learn more.

Role responsibilities

• Preparing year-end accounts for a range of SMEs, owner-managed businesses and larger companies
• Reviewing bookkeeping and VAT returns prepared by junior staff and providing support where needed
• Assisting with management accounts and business performance reports
• Liaising directly with clients, handling queries and building strong working relationships
• Supporting business advisory projects including budgeting, forecasting and cash flow
• Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and deadlines
• Mentoring junior team members and contributing to their professional development

About the firm

This well-established and nationally recognised firm delivers audit, accounts, tax and advisory services to clients across a range of sectors.

With a reputation for building long-term relationships and providing practical, hands-on advice, the team combines technical expertise with a personal, approachable style.

The culture is inclusive, ambitious and people-first, offering real opportunity for growth and progression.

Candidate requirements

• AAT qualified, part-qualified ACCA or ACA, or qualified by experience
• Strong experience in preparing accounts for a range of businesses
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in client-facing situations
• A proactive and organised approach with great attention to detail
• Ability to manage workload independently and as part of a team
• A positive attitude and interest in developing others through mentoring

The Benefits

• Permanent, full-time role
• Generous annual leave
• Company pension
• Modern office
• Health and wellbeing support
• Supportive team

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About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.

Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new auditor jobs and accountancy jobs in Leeds and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.

Call us for a confidential chat on 0333 577 7787 or upload your CV here.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Accounting and Financial Services

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