General Practice Accountant

General Practice Accountant
Location: Cross Gates, Leeds
Salary: £45,000 (Negotiable DOE)

Butler Rose North Practice is partnering with this ambitious and growing independent small accountancy practice in Cross Gates, Leeds, to recruit a General Practice Accountant.
Are you looking to join a firm where you'll play a genuinely influential role, work closely with the Directors, and be recognised for your contribution rather than being treated as just another number?

Our client is a well-established and expanding accountancy practice seeking an ambitious and proactive accountant who enjoys getting involved in all aspects of the business. This opportunity would suit someone who thrives on variety, enjoys building strong client relationships, loves coaching and developing junior staff, and wants to become a trusted second-in-command within the firm.

The Opportunity

This is a broad and varied role offering exposure across all areas of a busy accountancy practice. You'll work closely with the Directors, support a diverse client portfolio, mentor junior team members, and contribute to the continued growth and success of the firm.

The successful candidate will enjoy being office-based, collaborating with colleagues, sharing ideas, and being part of a friendly team where every individual makes a genuine impact.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Managing a portfolio of SME, owner-managed business, and limited company clients.
Preparation and review of statutory accounts for a variety of clients.
Preparation and review of management accounts.
Corporation Tax compliance and preparation of tax returns.
Preparation and review of Self-Assessment Tax Returns.
VAT return preparation and review.
Assisting clients with accounting and business queries.
Acting as the primary point of contact for clients and building long-term relationships.
Reviewing work completed by junior team members.
Coaching, mentoring and developing trainees and junior accountants.
Supporting the Directors with practice management and operational responsibilities.
Identifying and implementing process improvements.
Ensuring all work is completed accurately and within deadlines.
Providing a high level of client service and commercial advice.

Experience & Skills Required
ACA / ACCA Qualified, Part Qualified, or Qualified by Experience (QBE).
Experience working within a UK Accountancy Practice.
Strong experience in accounts preparation and general practice accounting.
Experience preparing Corporation Tax and Self-Assessment Tax Returns.
Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
Experience reviewing and supporting junior members of staff.
Good knowledge of cloud accounting software, including Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Personal Attributes:
Enjoys thinking outside the box and finding practical solutions.
Passionate about coaching and developing others.
Team player who enjoys working closely with colleagues and clients.
Ambitious and eager to take on additional responsibility.
Looking to become a key figure within a growing practice.
Values a collaborative and supportive working environment.

Employee Benefits
Genuine career progression opportunities.
Direct access to and support from the Partners.
Friendly and supportive team culture.
Ongoing professional development.
Collaborative office-based working environment.
Opportunity to become a key member of the leadership team.
A firm where you're appreciated, recognised, and never treated as just a number.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact, build lasting client relationships, and become an integral part of a growing firm, wed love to hear from you.

Apply today if you have the relevant skills and experience outlined above. We will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.

This role is advertised by Liezl Botha, Butler Rose Public Practice (AGY)
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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.