Senior Accountant – Future Client Manager
đź“Ť Wetherby, West Yorkshire
đź’Ľ Full-Time | Permanent
💰 £35,000 – £45,000 DOE + Study Support
A modern and growing independent accountancy practice in Wetherby is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its team, with a clear progression path into a Client Manager role.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice accountant looking for greater client exposure, increased responsibility, and long-term career development within a forward-thinking firm.
The Role
Responsibilities will include:
•Preparation of statutory accounts for limited companies
•VAT returns and management accounts production
•Corporation tax and personal tax compliance
•Supporting clients with Xero and cloud accounting software
•Client onboarding and cloud software setup
•Communicating directly with clients and handling queries
•Supporting senior team members with advisory work
•Developing towards managing a portfolio of clients
The Ideal Candidate
•Minimum 3 years’ experience within an accountancy practice
•Experience preparing limited company accounts
•Strong VAT and management accounts experience
•Experience using cloud software such as Xero
•Strong communication and client relationship skills
•ACCA/ACA qualified or studying advantageous
•IRIS and Xero certification beneficial but not essential
The Opportunity
•Salary £35,000 – £45,000 depending on experience
•Study support available
•Friendly and supportive working environment
•Direct client interaction and advisory exposure
•Clear progression into a Client Manager role
•Genuine long-term career development within a growing firm
•Hybrid working may be considered following probation for the right candidate
This role would suit a proactive and client-focused accountant looking to progress within a modern and ambitious practice environment.