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Sewell Wallis are partnering with a well-established, family-run accountancy practice in Northwest Leeds. They are now seeking a motivated Accountant to join their friendly and supportive team.

In this Accountant role, you'll work with a diverse portfolio of clients across a range of industries and business sizes. You'll be producing high-quality accounts and providing expert financial guidance, with a clear pathway to progression - including the potential to become a partner.

What you'll be doing:

• Prepare limited company accounts in line with FRS102/FRS105 standards.
• Complete corporation tax returns, including capital allowance adjustments.
• Manage company secretarial duties, such as annual confirmation statements.
• Support with company formations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Use accounting software (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks) to streamline processes.
• Prepare VAT returns.
• Advise clients on a range of financial and tax matters.
• Assist with financial forecasts and budget preparation.
• Stay up to date with legislation and best practices in accountancy.

What we're looking for:

• Solid experience in an accountancy practice, ideally focused on limited company accounts.
• AAT qualified, part-qualified ACA/ACCA, or qualified by experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of FRS102/FRS105 and corporation tax rules.
• Proficient with Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communicator, able to explain complex financial information clearly.
• Proactive, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience managing client relationships and delivering outstanding service.

What's on Offer:

• Salary up to 42,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications).
• Shorter working week.
• Supportive, collaborative team culture.
• Modern office with on-site parking.
• Clear opportunities for career progression.

If you're an ambitious accountant looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Send us your CV below, or contact Emma Johnsen for more information.

To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

Sewell Wallis are recruiting for a really rare opportunity for an individual to join a growing, innovative practice environment based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, producing accounts for a wide variety of industries and sized businesses.

This individual needs to be confident in the production of accounts from an established practice background- giving you an opportunity to gain exposure to additional elements in your role that you haven't had the chance to before.

What will you be doing?

• Preparation of limited company accounts
• Preparation of corporation tax returns, including capital allowances adjustments etc
• Handling company secretarial work, annual confirmation statements etc
• Assisting with company formations and maintain compliance with regulations
• Use of software such as Xero, Sage, Quickbooks etc to simplify accounts processes
• Preparation of VAT returns
• Liaise with clients to provide advice and support on financial matters
• Assist in the preparation of financial forecasts and budgets
• Keeping up to date with relevant legislation and best practices in accountancy

What skills will you need?

• Strong experience in an accountancy practice, ideally with a focus on limited company accounts
• Ideally AAT qualified or part-qualified ACA/ACCA. Qualified by experience also considered
• Proficiency in producing detailed financial documents and reports
• Familiarity with FRS102/FRS105 and corporation tax regulations
• Excellent knowledge of accounting software such as Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks
• Strong analytical skills with a keen attention to detail
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to clients
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and a strong sense of initiative
• Experience in managing client relationships and providing exceptional service
• Team player who can also work independently and manage multiple deadlines effectively

What's on offer?

• Huge growth opportunities within your role - ability to develop skills in tax related areas, accounts production, client liaison and more
• Path to partnership for the right person in time
• A great working environment- collaborative, forward thinking and driven
• Attractive working hours - (07:30-4:00pm Monday to Thursday & 07:30 - 12:30pm Friday)

Apply below or for more information, contact Hannah

To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

Morgan McKinley are proud to be working with a fast-growing and evolving automotive business based near Banbury, looking for a Accountant on a fixed-term basis to support their finance team.

Position: Accountant
Contract: Fixed-term, minimum 12 months
Salary: 40,000 per annum
Location: Office-based, 5 days a week (near Banbury)

Role Overview:
The Management Accountant will play a key role in supporting the finance function, producing accurate financial reports, assisting with month-end processes, and providing insightful analysis to support decision-making within the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports

• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes

• Support month-end and year-end close activities

• Provide variance analysis and commentary

• Work closely with operational teams to provide financial insight

• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards

Key Skills & Experience:

• Strong management accounting and reporting skills

• Advanced Excel skills are essential

• Attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines

Accountant - Accountancy Practice

Our client, a well-established accountancy practice is seeking a full-time Accountant to join their friendly, growing team. This role offers variety across accounts preparation, tax, and bookkeeping for a diverse client base, providing an excellent opportunity to deepen your practice experience in a supportive environment.

Firstly, what's in it for you?

• 40,000 - 45,000 (DOE)
• 20 days holiday, plus bank holiday
• Day off for your birthday
• Standard pension scheme

Accountant - Accountancy Practice

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies from incomplete records.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Complete self-assessment tax returns and corporation tax returns.
• Assist with monthly bookkeeping and management accounts.
• Support clients with Capital Gains Tax calculations and submissions.
• Liaise with clients and HMRC as required to resolve queries promptly.

Accountant - Accountancy Practice

Requirements

• AAT qualified (or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an accountancy practice environment.
• Proficient in cloud-based accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage).
• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
• Ability to work to deadlines while managing multiple client priorities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use initiative while working independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Committed to maintaining client confidentiality at all times.

Streamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application.

Accountant

Salary : 50,000 - 55,000

Location : Manchester (hybrid working)

Duration : Permanent

Sellick Partnership has been engaged to recruit a permanent Accountant for a fast growing and reputable private equity backed service business based in Manchester city centre. This role is available at an exciting time and the successful candidate will play a major part in the company's current growth project.

The post holder will be joining a dynamic and entrepreneurial team and can expect daily interaction with senior stakeholders. Accordingly, the role offers the opportunity for rapid progression, and strong performance will be quickly recognised and well rewarded. This role is suited to a recently qualified accountant from an audit background, or with experience in working in a similar role

The role holder is key in assisting the financial operation, valuations, and reporting for the firm's various funds. This role requires the ability to work collaboratively with other departments, being an important link between the portfolio management commercial operation and various finance departments within the business and external auditors, while evolving processes to support the increasing scale of the asset manager. Furthermore, the role requires a strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a dynamic team environment.

This will be a wide-ranging role and provide a significant number of opportunities to get involved with different types of work outside the core role, which will provide professional growth and add genuine variety to the role.

It is expected that the successful candidate will be dynamic and able to thrive in a fast-paced organisation, where initiative and ability to identify areas of improvement are promoted.

The successful applicant will be a proactive, fully qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or ICAS) either making their first move from practice or coming from a similar role. You must have experience within a Financial Services business.

Due to the nature of this position it is necessary that the successful individual is able to communicate with staff at all levels, whilst maintaining their own work load. Focussed on delivering specific objectives, you will be proactive, adaptable, dynamic and self-motivated with a desire to find and deliver improvements.

If you consider yourself to be a committed, career driven professional who can demonstrate the above experience and who would welcome the stimulus of this commercial finance post then we would be pleased to hear from you.

If you would like to apply for this role or would like to find out more, please apply online or contact Jonathan Moss at Sellick Partnership on (phone number removed).

We are only able to consider applications from those who are eligible to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship.

Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Role: Accountant – 6-Month FTC (potential to extend)
Salary: £35k – £37.5k
Location: Bickenhill/ Birmingham
Hybrid – 2/3 days from home

Are you an experienced Accountant ready to hit the ground running in a supportive, hybrid working environment? We're recruiting on behalf of a leading business in Solihull, looking for an extra pair of hands in their finance team during a busy period.

The Role:

This is a hands-on accounting role supporting a high-performing Record-to-Report (R2R) team. You’ll work across a range of core finance tasks, including:

• Posting journals and ensuring accurate month-end entries

• Balance sheet reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies

• Ad hoc financial analysis and project support across the wider team

• Supporting internal controls (SOX) and audit processes

• Partnering with business units to provide clear, insightful financial reporting

• You’ll be joining a friendly, collaborative team where your attention to detail and proactive attitude will be genuinely valued.

What We’re Looking For:

• Part or fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

• Strong journal preparation and reconciliation experience

• Good working knowledge of accounting principles

• Confident handling large volumes of data – Excel skills essential

• Comfortable working to tight deadlines and prioritising workload

• SAP and BlackLine experience is a bonus

Why Apply?

• Hybrid working – flexible 2/3 days from home

• Supportive team culture

• Real potential for contract extension

• Exposure to a large, complex finance function with opportunities to add value

Interested?

If you’re a detail-focused Accountant who thrives in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more.

Are you an experienced accountant looking for more than just number crunching? Want to work with a firm that genuinely values its people, prioritises relationships, and supports your professional growth - all while respecting your personal time?

We're working on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice in Beverley that is looking to expand its team with a passionate and proactive Accountant.

As part of this close-knit and forward-thinking team, you won't just be preparing year-end accounts - you'll be advising clients on succession planning, growth strategy, and business development. This is a multi-faceted role designed for someone who enjoys variety, responsibility, and relationship-building.

You'll manage a varied client portfolio, ranging from sole traders to limited companies, and play a key role in their ongoing success.

Key responsibilities:

• Prepare annual accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
• Prepare corporate and personal tax returns
• Advise clients on tax, accounting, and business matters
• Support clients with accounting software (IRIS, Sage, Xero, etc.)
• Build strong, lasting client relationships beyond the year-end
• Spot potential issues early and provide practical solutions
• Work both independently and collaboratively across the team

What we're looking for:

• ACCA / ACA qualified, or QBE, with at least 3 years' experience in practice
• Strong technical skills in accounts and tax
• A natural communicator - confident picking up the phone, asking the right questions, and building trust
• Good working knowledge of IRIS, Sage, Excel, and other relevant software (or the willingness to learn)
• Someone who enjoys client-facing work and problem-solving
• A team player who can show initiative and take ownership

What's on offer:

• A genuinely supportive and people-first culture
• Study support and ongoing professional development
• A clear progression path, shaped around your goals
• Individualised benefits package
• Flexible working and a strong work-life balance - no unrealistic expectations
• Regular training sessions and a yearly team conference with bespoke development and social events
• A positive, no-egos environment where people are valued and heard

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Accountant Role

Location: Portsmouth (5x days in the office)

Salary: 28,000 - 34,000

Practice Experience Preferred, AAT Level 4 Essential

Our client is a friendly and forward-thinking accountancy practice based in Portsmouth, and we?re looking for a motivated Accounts professional to join their growing team.

You?ll be joining a supportive and collaborative environment where personal development is encouraged, and your input will be valued. They pride themselves on a positive team culture and long-term development opportunities

Requirements :

• AAT Level 4 qualification (essential)
• ATT or similar tax qualification (ideal)
• Strong practice experience
• Comfortable managing your own client portfolio
• Excellent communication skills and a team player mindset
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute to the growth of the firm
• Experience reviewing junior team members? work is a bonus

Responsibilities:

• Preparing sole trader and partnership accounts and tax returns
• Preparing Ltd company accounts and tax returns (FRS105 and FRS102 S1a)
• Filing VAT and CIS returns
• Managing client queries by phone, email, and meetings
• Reviewing junior staff work and drafting year-end client letters

If you are interested in learning more email or apply directly to this advert to be considered for this opportunity.

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.

Accountant – Practice or Industry Background Considered
Nr Alcester - Salary Up to £42,000 DOE (pro rata for part-time) | Upto 21 hours per week

Are you an experienced accountant and qualified to AAT level 4? Are you looking to make a real difference in a close-knit, supportive team? Whether you come from a traditional practice or have experience working in industry, this role could be the fresh start you’re after.

Why Would I Want To Apply for this Accountant Role?

• Up to 21 hours per week with a pro rata salary upto £42,000—perfect for professionals seeking reduced hours, whether for family, study, or lifestyle reasons.
li>Welcomes diverse experience, making it accessible to a wider pool of candidates.
• Recognises solid qualifications without demanding chartered status.
• From VAT and payroll to strategic advice and client interaction—ideal for someone who enjoys a multifaceted role.
< i>Hybrid Working Potential which adds convenience and autonomy, especially attractive post-pandemic.
• Supportive, Close-Knit Team which emphasises a positive work culture, which is a major draw for those tired of corporate environments.
• Lovely Location near Alcester, with access to scenic surroundings and a relaxed pace of life.
• You are not just a number—this role offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to clients and the firm.
< i>Professional Development Opportunities which encourages growth, learning, and career progression.

Accountant Duties what You’ll Be Doing:

< i>Preparing and reviewing accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
• Handling VAT returns, corporation tax computations, and HMRC submissions
• Managing payroll and associated reporting
• Offering practical, strategic advice to clients
• Using Xero to keep accurate financial records
• Liaising with HMRC and Companies House
• Keeping up to date with tax legislation and compliance

What we’re looking for in our Accountant role:

< i>At least AAT Level 4 or higher
• 3+ years’ accounting experience (either in practice or industry)
< i>Xero experience or certification is ideal
• Strong understanding of UK tax and accounting principles
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Someone proactive, curious, and always ready to help

This is a fantastic opportunity for an accountant who wants to feel valued, be part of a growing firm, and actually enjoy coming to work (radical idea, we know).

We’re reviewing CVs right now – don’t miss out!
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