Practice - AAT Accounts Senior

Location Darlington
Discipline: Accounting
Contact name: Carly Dunn

Contact email: carly@supreme-ss.com
Job ref: 5207

AAT Accounts Senior – Durham (North East)

 

Location: Durham (North East)
Position Type: Permanent, Full-time | Accounts Senior (AAT Level 4)
Industry: Chartered Accountancy / Business & Tax Advisory
Salary: £31,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience and qualifications)

About the Role

We’re representing a highly regarded accountancy and business advisory firm with a strong presence across the North East. They are seeking an AAT Accounts Senior to join their Durham office, working with a diverse portfolio of innovative and fast-growing businesses. Reporting to a Manager, you will be involved in the delivery of accounts preparation, tax computations, and client support, while utilising modern cloud accounting technology to enhance efficiencies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare accounts for a wide range of owner-managed businesses using software such as Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks Online

  • Draft corporation tax computations and action manager queries on accounts and tax returns

  • Finalise accounts and tax computations following client review meetings

  • Act as a first point of contact for clients on ad hoc queries

  • Provide training, guidance, and support to junior team members

  • Suggest and contribute to process improvements across the department and wider firm

  • Attend client premises across the North East and Yorkshire as required

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • AAT Level 4 qualified

  • Proven experience in preparing accounts for small to medium owner-managed businesses, including statutory financial statements

  • Recent practice background with exposure to both accounts and tax

  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with confidence in client-facing situations

  • High level of IT literacy, including strong Excel skills and knowledge of accounting software packages (Sage, QuickBooks, Xero, IRIS preferred)

  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to review work accurately

  • Proactive problem-solver, demonstrating initiative and responsibility

  • Flexibility to travel to client premises as required

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

  • Opportunity to work with a varied and innovative client portfolio across sectors

  • Exposure to both compliance and advisory projects using cutting-edge cloud technology

  • Supportive environment with opportunities to contribute to departmental improvements

  • North East base with the chance to work directly with clients across the wider region

For more information please contact the recruiter below:
Liam Daly 
Lead Associate Recruitment Consultant
T: 07548 836700
E: liam@supreme-ss.com