Practice - Senior Accountant - Bradford, West Yorkshire

Senior Accountant - Bradford, West Yorkshire

About the Firm

• Established and growing independent accountancy practice with a strong regional presence
• Provides a full suite of services across accounts, tax, and business advisory
• Broad client base including SMEs, owner-managed businesses, and growing enterprises
• Known for delivering a personalised, partner-led service
• Supportive, collaborative culture with a clear pathway for career progression

The Opportunity

• Senior position within a dynamic practice environment with significant client exposure
• Opportunity to manage a varied portfolio and build long-term client relationships
• Involvement in mentoring junior staff and supporting team development
• Scope to progress into a more senior leadership or managerial role
• Ideal for a qualified accountant seeking autonomy and progression within practice

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review year-end accounts for a range of clients including SMEs and owner-managed businesses
• Oversee the production of management accounts and financial reporting
• Prepare and review corporation tax computations and returns
• Manage VAT returns and provide VAT-related advice
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing proactive support and guidance
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities to add value
• Review work completed by junior team members, providing feedback and support
• Assist with workflow management to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met
• Support partners and senior stakeholders on ad hoc assignments and advisory projects

Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Strong experience within an accountancy practice environment
• Proven ability to manage a portfolio of clients
• Excellent technical knowledge across accounts, tax, and VAT
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and commercial awareness
• Proficient in Excel and cloud-based accounting software

Desirable Skills

• Experience with software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage
• Exposure to advisory work and client business planning
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior staff

Core Competencies

• Client Relationship Management - builds trust and delivers a high standard of service
• Leadership & Mentoring - supports and develops junior team members
• Technical Expertise - strong grounding in accounting principles and compliance
• Analytical Thinking - able to interpret financial data and provide insights
• Planning & Organisation - effectively manages workload and deadlines
• Commercial Awareness - understands client needs and identifies opportunities