Accountant

Accountant
Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)
Benefits: Dedicated mentoring and structured development plan, clear progression pathway through to Manager and Partner level, private healthcare, death in service benefit, pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, exposure to a varied and interesting client portfolio and a supportive and collaborative working environment.
The Opportunity
We are recruiting for an ambitious Accountant to join our client's growing accountancy practice in the heart of Harrogate.
This opportunity would suit someone with experience working within an accountancy practice who is looking to broaden their exposure across accounts, tax and audit while progressing their career within a supportive firm.
Applications are welcomed from part-qualified, finalist and fully qualified accountants, with salary and responsibilities tailored to experience.
The Role
* Preparing and reviewing VAT returns
* Producing monthly and quarterly management accounts
* Preparing statutory accounts for a diverse client portfolio
* Supporting personal and corporation tax compliance work
* Assisting with and leading audit assignments
* Liaising directly with clients and building strong working relationships
* Handling day-to-day client queries and providing professional advice
* Liaising with HMRC on behalf of clients
* Supporting and mentoring junior team members where appropriate
* Maintaining accurate accounting records and reconciliations
About You
* Experience working within an accountancy practice environment
* Studying towards, finalist or qualified ACCA, ACA, ICAEW or equivalent
* Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and compliance work
* Exposure to tax and/or audit work would be advantageous
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* A proactive approach and commitment to professional development
* Looking to build a long-term career within professional practice
Apply Today
Whether you are part-qualified and looking for the next step, or a qualified accountant seeking greater responsibility and progression, we'd love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion, contact Beth Davies at Unity Resourcing