Practice - Semi-Senior Accountant

Location Pontefract
Discipline: Accounting
Contact name: Carly Dunn

Contact email: carly@supreme-ss.com
Job ref: 5272

Semi-Senior Accountant – Pontefract

Location: Pontefract
Position Type: Permanent, Full-time | Semi-Senior Accountant
Industry: Chartered Accountancy / Practice Accounting / Tax & Business Support
Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 (flexible depending on experience and qualifications)

About the Role

We’re representing a highly regarded and close-knit independent accountancy firm based in Pontefract, now seeking a dedicated Semi-Senior Accountant to join their friendly and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with solid practice experience looking for a long-term role within a stable and relaxed working environment. The firm has a loyal client base spanning a wide variety of industries — from sole traders and subcontractors through to multi-million-pound companies — offering excellent exposure across all aspects of general practice work. The successful candidate will be joining a collaborative team and will be encouraged to grow, contribute ideas, and enjoy a genuine work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies (FRS 102 & FRS 105)

  • Complete and submit self-assessment and corporation tax returns

  • Carry out bookkeeping and VAT return preparation using Excel cashbooks and QuickBooks

  • Process payroll accurately using Payroll Manager (Moneysoft)

  • Support and mentor apprentices and junior staff, offering training and day-to-day guidance

  • Liaise directly with clients, providing clear communication and practical support

  • Maintain accurate financial records, ensuring compliance and efficiency across all accounts

  • Work collaboratively within a small, friendly team to ensure high-quality service delivery

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • 2–3+ years’ experience working in an accountancy practice

  • Proficient in Iris, QuickBooks, FreeAgent, Sage One, Sage Line 50, Excel, and Word

  • Experience with Payroll Manager (Moneysoft) desirable

  • AAT qualified or qualified by experience (AAT study support available if required)

  • Strong all-round accounting knowledge, with experience across accounts prep, VAT, payroll, and tax

  • Excellent communication and organisational skills, able to manage multiple workloads efficiently

  • Team player with a proactive, approachable attitude and willingness to support others

  • Looking for a long-term role within a stable and supportive environment

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

  • Competitive salary circa £30,000 (flexible for the right candidate)

  • Long-term opportunity with genuine stability and career longevity

  • Supportive and down-to-earth team culture with approachable leadership

  • 23 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

  • Office-based role with flexibility for occasional personal commitments

  • Dedicated staff break room with pool table and dartboard

  • AAT study support available if desired

  • Varied client portfolio providing exposure to a wide range of sectors

  • Modern, relaxed working environment focused on development and wellbeing

Working Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm (45-minute lunch break). Flexibility available for personal appointments or one-off commitments.

This is an excellent role for a Semi-Senior Accountant seeking a stable, long-term move into a collaborative, people-focused firm that truly values its staff.

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