Accounts Semi-Senior ?? Otley
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?? £28,000 £32,000 (target salary circa £30,000)
?? Full Time 34 Hours Across a 4-Day Working Week
We are looking for an experienced and proactive Accounts Semi-Senior to join our growing team in Otley. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to continue developing their career within a modern and forward-thinking accountancy practice while benefiting from an excellent work-life balance through a 4-day working week.
The role offers exposure to a varied portfolio of clients and will involve a mix of bookkeeping, VAT, accounts preparation, and tax compliance work, alongside supporting the continued digitalisation of the office.
About the Role You will support a wide range of clients including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, working closely with senior accountants and managers to deliver a high-quality service.
Key responsibilities will include:
Bookkeeping and VAT return preparation
Preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
Assisting with personal and corporation tax compliance
Liaising directly with clients and resolving queries
Supporting digitalisation and cloud accounting adoption
Helping champion the rollout and use of Xero within the Otley office
Supporting junior team members where appropriate
Maintaining accurate client records and ensuring compliance with deadlines and regulations
What Were Looking For We are seeking someone with previous accountancy practice experience who is comfortable managing work across multiple clients.
Essential requirements:
Previous experience working within an accountancy practice
AAT qualified (or actively studying)
Experience preparing accounts and VAT returns
Knowledge of personal and corporation tax
Strong organisational and client communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
Confident using cloud accounting software, particularly Xero
A proactive approach to digitalisation and process improvement
Desirable:
Experience working with agricultural or farming clients
This role would not suit candidates whose experience is solely within industry finance environments.
Working Arrangements & Flexibility Full-time hours worked across a 4-day week (34 hours)
1 day working from home permitted once fully embedded within the team
Flexibility is available, although current office arrangements require slightly more structured hours to ensure sufficient office cover
Additional flexibility is expected once the two Otley offices combine
Why Join Us? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative practice environment where you will gain exposure to a broad client base and play an active role in the continued digital development of the office. xxuwjjq