Junior Accountant

Junior Accountant

Horsforth, Leeds | £30,000 - £35,000 DOE | Full-time | Monday to Friday | Flexible working hours between 8am - 6pm | 37.5 hour work week

• Hybrid working
• Yearly pay reviews
• Staff rewards
• Flexible hours
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Early finishes during summer
• Team socials
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking

Our client is a growing independent accountancy firm based in Horsforth, Leeds, supporting a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from local businesses to multi-million-pound enterprises. They pride themselves on creating a supportive and positive environment where employees feel valued and encouraged to develop their careers.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Junior Accountant with previous practice experience who is looking to join a friendly and forward thinking firm offering genuine progression and variety within the role.

• Preparation of VAT returns
• Preparation of annual accounts and corporation accounts
• Managing client bookkeeping and financial records
• Handling HMRC queries and correspondence
  
  Providing excellent customer service via phone and email
• Supporting with general administrative tasks as required

• AAT qualified or qualified by experience
• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Good analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Knowledge of bookkeeping, financial management and account reconciliations
• Understanding of UK tax regulations and compliance
• Experience using accounting software such as Xero, Quick Books or similar
• The ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines effectively