Accounts Senior

Sewell Wallis

  • Leeds
  • £35,000-45,000 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Sewell Wallis are partnering with a well-established, family-run accountancy practice in Northwest Leeds. They are now seeking a motivated Accounts Senior to join their friendly and supportive team.In this Accounts Senior role, you'll work with a diverse portfolio of clients across a range of industries and business sizes. You'll be producing high-quality accounts and providing expert financial guidance, with a clear progression pathway - including the potential to become a partner.What you'll be doing:
  • Prepare limited company accounts in line with FRS102/FRS105 standards.
  • Complete corporation tax returns, including capital allowance adjustments.
  • Manage company secretarial duties, such as annual confirmation statements.
  • Support with company formations and ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Use accounting software (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks) to streamline processes.
  • Prepare VAT returns.
  • Advise clients on a range of financial and tax matters.
  • Assist with financial forecasts and budget preparation.
  • Stay up to date with legislation and best accountancy practices.
What we're looking for:
  • Solid experience in an accountancy practice, ideally focused on limited company accounts.
  • AAT qualified, part-qualified ACA/ACCA, or qualified by experience.
  • Strong technical knowledge of FRS102/FRS105 and corporation tax rules.
  • Proficient with Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks.
  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communicator, able to explain complex financial information clearly.
  • Proactive, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Experience managing client relationships and delivering outstanding service.
What's on Offer:
  • Salary up to £45,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications).
  • Shorter working week.
  • Supportive, collaborative team culture.
  • Modern office with on-site parking.
  • Clear opportunities for career progression.
If you're an ambitious accountant looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.Please send us your CV below, or contact Emma Johnsen for more information.To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.Job ref: EJ/6185Post Date: 01.09.25Meet Our RecruiterCandidate Manager | Finance & HRMore jobs from this recruiterHarrogate, North Yorkshire£50000 - £60000 per annumSewell Wallis is currently working with a fast-growing service sector client based in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, as they look to recruit into their management accounting team on a 12 month fixed-term contract basis. The primary aim of this Management Accountant role is to become a subject matter expert in the Company's opex costs, providing in-depth analysis every month of costs to support the Divisional Teams.Leeds, West Yorkshire£35000 - £45000 per annumSewell Wallis are partnering with a well-established, family-run accountancy practice in Northwest Leeds. They are now seeking a motivated Accounts Senior to join their friendly and supportive team. In this role, you'll work with a diverse portfolio of clients across a range of industries and business sizes. You'll be producing high-quality accounts and providing expert financial guidance, with a clear pathway to progression - including the potential to become a partner.Harrogate, North YorkshireUp to £35000 per annumIn the role of Management Accountant, you'll play a vital role in producing accurate, timely, and insightful monthly accounts, ensuring financial compliance, and supporting strategic decision-making. This is a brilliant opportunity for a Management Accountant (Part Qualified) with strong commercial awareness, meticulous attention to detail, and solid technical knowledge in accruals, prepayments, and management accounts production.Sewell Wallis are a leading, Yorkshire based Finance, Accounting and HR recruitment agency with offices in Sheffield and Leeds. We haven’t reinvented recruitment, we just do it better.

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