Practice - Accountant (Horsforth, West Yorkshire)

Location Horsforth
Discipline: Accounting
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £25000 to £32000
Contact name: Carly Dunn

Contact email: carly@supreme-ss.com
Job ref: 5774

Audit & Accounts Trainee / Semi-Senior - Horsforth, Leeds | £25,000 - £32,000 

Audit & Accounts Trainee / Semi-Senior Job in Leeds

Are you looking for an Audit & Accounts Trainee or Semi-Senior Accountant job in Horsforth? A well-established and highly respected independent accountancy practice is seeking an ambitious individual with at least 18 months' accountancy practice experience to join its growing Audit & Accounts team.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking accountancy practice jobs in Leeds, offering exposure to statutory audits, year-end accounts preparation, corporation tax work, and client advisory services. The firm supports a varied client portfolio including SMEs, owner-managed businesses, and growing corporate clients across multiple sectors.

The Role

As an Audit & Accounts Trainee / Semi-Senior Accountant, you will work closely with managers and senior team members while developing your technical knowledge and professional qualifications.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Assisting with and undertaking statutory audit assignments for a broad range of clients.

  • Preparing year-end statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders.

  • Drafting corporation tax computations and supporting schedules.

  • Preparing bookkeeping records, VAT returns, and management accounts.

  • Working with cloud accounting software including Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage.

  • Supporting senior staff with client queries and advisory projects.

  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients.

  • Ensuring assignments are completed accurately and within deadlines.

Requirements

To be considered for this Audit & Accounts Semi-Senior job in Horsforth, Leeds, candidates should have:

  • A minimum of 18 months' experience working within an accountancy practice.

  • Previous experience preparing statutory accounts.

  • Some exposure to audit assignments or a strong interest in developing audit experience.

  • Knowledge of accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • AAT qualified, studying AAT, or part-qualified ACA / ACCA (desirable but not essential).

Salary & Benefits

  • £25,000 - £32,000 salary depending on experience.

  • Full study support package.

  • 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.

  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

  • Health and wellbeing benefits.

  • Ongoing professional training and development.

  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.

  • Genuine opportunities for career progression.

  • Free parking and excellent local transport links.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking:

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  • Accountancy practice jobs in West Yorkshire

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You'll join a firm that values professional development, promotes from within, and provides exposure to a diverse and interesting client portfolio.

For more information or to apply confidentially, please contact:

Louise Kerrigan
Senior Talent Partner
T: 07955 267022
E: louise@supreme-ss.com