Practice - Practice Accountant

Location Horsforth
Discipline: Accounting
Contact name: Carly Dunn

Contact email: carly@supreme-ss.com
Job ref: 5315

Practice Accountant – Leeds (Horsforth)

Location: Leeds (Horsforth), West Yorkshire
Position Type: Permanent, Full-time | Practice Accountant
Industry: Chartered Accountancy / Business Advisory
Salary: £35,000 – £42,000 (depending on experience and qualifications)

About the Role

  • Join a well-established independent accountancy practice based in the Horsforth / Leeds area with a strong reputation for client service and long-term relationships

  • Be part of a supportive and collaborative team that values professional growth, quality work, and proactive client support

  • Manage a diverse portfolio of clients, providing end-to-end accounting and advisory services across multiple sectors

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare statutory accounts, corporation tax computations, and related filings for a varied client base

  • Assist in the preparation of management accounts, budgets, and forecasts, offering insight and commentary

  • Review accounting records, reconciliations, and disclosures to ensure compliance with UK GAAP / FRS 102

  • Liaise with clients to understand business challenges and provide commercial, practical advice

  • Support senior colleagues with advisory projects and client development initiatives

  • Promote the use of cloud-accounting and digital solutions, driving process improvement and efficiency

  • Mentor junior staff, review work, and provide guidance and training

  • Stay up to date with accounting standards, tax legislation, and industry trends, sharing knowledge with the wider team

Ideal Candidate Profile / Skills & Experience

  • Part-qualified (ACA/ACCA/ACMA) or qualified by experience within an accountancy practice

  • Demonstrable experience preparing accounts and tax computations for varied client portfolios

  • Strong working knowledge of accounting standards (UK GAAP / FRS 102) and compliance requirements

  • Proficiency with cloud-accounting systems and practice management software

  • Excellent attention to detail, analytical ability, and problem-solving mindset

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a client-first approach

  • Adaptable, proactive, and keen to progress professionally

Benefits & Stand-Out Features

  • Competitive salary within the stated range

  • Study support and clear opportunities for career progression

  • Exposure to diverse client work across multiple sectors

  • Friendly, collaborative culture within a respected local firm

  • Modern office setting in Horsforth with hybrid working flexibility (role-dependent)

  • Pension scheme, life assurance, and standard employee benefits (subject to company policy)

For more information please contact:

Liam Daly, Lead Talent Partner
T: 07548 836700
E: liam@supreme-ss.com