Senior Accounts Specialist. LilyLifestyle

Job Title: Accounts Senior

Location: Leeds (Onsite)

Package: 35,000 - 40,000 per annum, onsite working, and clear progression pathway

Working hours: Full time, Monday-Friday

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within an ever-growing and expanding accountancy firm for an Accounts Senior, within their Leeds office. This is a pivotal role requiring strong technical expertise and the ability to manage work independently while supporting and mentoring junior team members and apprentices. Paying up to 40k, this position offers extensive exposure to a broad range of clients including sole traders, limited companies, and partnerships.

This is a great opportunity to make a real impact within a firm that has grown from 10 to 50 staff and continues to expand due to increasing workloads.

• Preparation and finalization of accounts for sole traders, limited companies, and partnerships.
• Manage a varied portfolio involving corporation tax returns, partnership tax returns, and self-assessment tax returns.
• Act as a senior point of contact to ensure all client work is completed accurately and statutory deadlines are met.
• Review work prepared by junior staff and provide essential guidance, training, and support.
• Provide proactive advice to clients regarding all-around accounting matters and MTD compliance.
• Assist in the finalization of accounts to ensure high-quality delivery across the firm.

• A minimum of several years' relevant experience strictly working in an accountancy practice.
• Qualified by Experience (QBE) or holding relevant certifications (AAT/ACCA/ACA).
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards, corporation tax, and self-assessment.
• Proven experience managing a diverse portfolio of clients and delivering work to deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to mentor junior members of staff.
• Ability to work onsite in a collaborative team environment.

• 35,000 - 40,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Christmas Eve off (if it falls on a working day).
• Birthday day off (after one year of employment).
• Bupa health plan and company pension.
• Onsite working in a supportive, ever-growing firm.