£27000/annum
Accounts Executive
Our client is a dynamic and ambitious professional accountancy firm undergoing an exciting period of growth. They pride themselves on delivering a consistent, high-quality experience to their clients, supporting a wide range of business owners across the UK. As part of this journey, they are looking for an Accounts Executive to join their team in Leeds and play a vital role in helping their clients grow and succeed.
The Accounts Executive will be joining a knowledgeable, energetic, and agile team that works closely with clients to manage day-to-day needs and deliver on long-term strategies and goals. This is an opportunity to be part of a culture where every team member plays an integral role in the company''s continued growth and success.
Position: Accounts Executive
Location: Leeds (LS1)
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £27,000 per annum
About the role:
As an Accounts Executive, you will work on a varied portfolio of clients, supporting managers with general accountancy and taxation duties. Your work will cover bookkeeping services, preparation of accounts, and tax computations. You will be an essential part of the accounts team, ensuring compliance services are delivered effectively and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing a portfolio of clients, including timetables, expectations, cost management, and invoicing
- Preparing year-end and management accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies (including those under FRS102, 1A, and 105)
- Providing bookkeeping and preparing VAT Returns
- Assisting with corporation and personal tax computations
- Promoting and implementing cloud-based technology solutions for clients
- Researching and resolving technical accounting issues
- Assisting with company secretarial filings at Companies House
- Previous experience in an accountancy practice is essential
- Ideally AAT qualified and working towards ACCA or ACA
- Strong presence and ability to build trust with colleagues and clients
- Proficient in Xero, SAGE, QuickBooks, and Excel
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
- Sound knowledge of UK GAAP and Companies Law
- Experience with owner-managed businesses
- Up-to-date technical knowledge in accounting and tax compliance
- Driven and resilient, with a commitment to delivering high-quality service
- Up to £27,000 per annum
- Full study support
- 23 days holiday plus birthday off
- Company bonus scheme
- Agile and flexible working arrangements, including flexible bank holidays
- Health cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme
- Group Life Assurance x3
- Pension scheme (salary sacrifice)
- Additional benefits including holiday purchase, cycle to work, and tech purchase schemes
- Regular social events and a friendly, inclusive working environment