Accounts Semi-Senior
Location: Central Harrogate
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Circa £28,000 DOE
Working Pattern: Full-time
A well-established and growing independent accountancy practice based in central Harrogate is seeking an Accounts Semi-Senior to join its friendly and supportive team.
This opportunity would suit someone with around 1–2 years’ experience within an accountancy practice environment who is looking to continue developing their career in a varied and hands-on role. The firm is keen to recruit someone with existing practice experience and can offer ongoing study support towards either AAT or ACA qualifications.
The Role
The successful candidate will gain exposure across a broad range of accounting and compliance work, supporting a varied portfolio of clients while continuing to build their technical skills.
Key responsibilities will include:
1. Preparing accounts for a range of owner-managed businesses and clients
2. Assisting with bookkeeping duties and VAT returns
3. Supporting audit assignments where required
4. Assisting with personal and business tax work
5. Working closely with senior team members and managers to deliver client work accurately and efficiently
6. Liaising with clients to resolve queries and obtain information
7. Supporting the wider team with general practice and compliance work
Candidate Requirements
8. Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment (ideally 1–2 years)
9. Studying towards or interested in studying AAT or ACA qualifications
10. Good understanding of accounts preparation and bookkeeping processes
11. Experience with CCH Accounts Production software would be advantageous, although not essential
12. Strong communication and organisational skills
13. Good attention to detail and willingness to learn
14. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and professional practice that offers genuine development opportunities, study support, and exposure to a wide range of accounting work within a collaborative team environment.