Senior Accountant

DJH Bury (Formerly DTE Business Advisers); Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy and business advisory group in Leeds is seeking a Senior Accountant to work with clients and provide tailored advice. The ideal candidate will be ACA / ACCA qualified with experience in practice. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements and managing tax calculations. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits in a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible hybrid working

Fully funded study support

Company pension scheme

Health MOTs

Mental health support

Qualifications

• Be ACA / ACCA qualified, with practice experience.
• Experience working with a range of clients, including owner-managed businesses.
• Be tech-savvy, with knowledge of CCH desirable.

Responsibilities

• Partnering with clients to offer tailored advice to streamline accounting processes.
• Preparing year-end financial statements.
• Calculating corporation tax and personal tax liabilities.

Skills

ACA / ACCA qualification

Experience with owner-managed businesses

Tech-savvy, knowledge of CCH

Effective communication

Ability to build relationships

Education

ACA / ACCA qualification

Tools

CCH

Job description

At DJH, our team is at the heart of everything we achieve. No matter how much we grow, looking after our team will always be our #1 priority. We come in all shapes and sizes, with different qualities, experience, and knowledge. Together, our differences create balance, which is our superpower.

By joining DJH, we’ll support you at every step as you grow, develop, and build a fantastic career. Together, we’ll achieve great things.

Department: Accounts & Finance
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Leeds
Workplace Type: Hybrid

Let's talk about the role

As a Senior Accountant, you’ll be fully immersed with our experienced accounts team, working with managers and directors to provide excellent advice to clients. The role is fast-paced, engaging, creative, and rewarding.

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious individual to challenge themselves, develop, and progress within a forward-thinking and dynamic firm. Your responsibilities will include:

• Partnering with clients to offer tailored advice to streamline accounting processes.
• Cultivating long-lasting client relationships.
• Preparing year-end financial statements.
• Calculating corporation tax and personal tax liabilities, and providing tax planning ideas.
• Collaborating with managers and other departments to support service delivery.
• Delivering excellent client service by understanding their business needs.
• Leading, coaching, and developing accounts trainees.

Let's talk about you and your skills

If you’re hungry for a new challenge, you’ll:

• Be ACA / ACCA qualified, with practice experience.
• Have experience working with a range of clients, including owner-managed businesses.
• Be tech-savvy, with knowledge of CCH desirable.
• Thrive in a collaborative and progressive environment.
• Enjoy building relationships and communicating effectively.

Benefits of joining us

Here are some reasons to consider joining DJH. We offer many more benefits once you’re part of our team:

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday allowance, with an extra day off for your birthday and a volunteering day
• Flexible hybrid working
• Fully funded study support
• Tailored learning and development programs
• Company pension scheme
• Health MOTs
• Mental health support
• A comprehensive wellbeing, social, and community calendar

Together, we achieve great things for our team, clients, communities, and the planet. Learn more about life at DJH at https://www.djh.co.uk/careers/.

If this Senior Accountant role excites you, don’t hesitate—apply today!

About DJH

Founded in 2021 through the merger of two leading Stoke-on-Trent firms, DJH has rapidly grown and continues to expand. With offices across the Midlands, North West, and Yorkshire, we are a Top 40 accountancy and business advisory group committed to our values of honesty, passion, and ambition.

We foster a team-first culture, embrace diversity, and are passionate about innovation and growth. We’re looking for talented individuals who are not only technically skilled but also driven to find innovative solutions and push boundaries. Join us on this exciting journey to achieve great things together.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.