Audit & Accounts Senior

Job Title: Audit & Accounts Senior

Location: Thorpe Park, Leeds (Hybrid working available)

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £30,000 £ 40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing accountancy practice based in Thorpe Park, Leeds. The firm provides audit, accounts, and tax services to a diverse client base and is known for its supportive culture, flexible working approach, and strong focus on staff development.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Audit & Accounts Senior to take ownership of audit assignments while supporting and mentoring junior team members. You will work closely with managers and partners, gaining exposure to a varied portfolio of clients.

• Lead and complete audit assignments from planning through to completion, with supervision from a manager.
• Carry out audit fieldwork in line with agreed budgets and deadlines, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and professional standards.
• Prepare statutory accounts and tax computations for a wide range of clients, including limited companies, partnerships, sole traders, and charities (charity experience desirable but not essential).
• Supervise, support, and mentor junior members of the audit and accounts team.
• Liaise directly with clients both on-site and remotely to build and maintain strong working relationships.
• Identify and communicate issues and opportunities to managers and partners as appropriate.

• Previous experience in an audit and accounts role within an accountancy practice.
• Experience leading audits and working with minimal supervision.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK audit and accounting standards.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts and tax computations.
• Ability to supervise and support junior staff.
• Excellent communication and client‑facing skills.
• ACA / ACCA part‑qualified or qualified (or equivalent experience) preferred.

• Competitive salary of £30,000 £ 40,000.
• Standard pension scheme.
• Holiday entitlement starting at 20 days, increasing by 1 day per year up to 23 days, and then 25 days after 5 years service (plus bank holidays).
• Flexible working hours: start between 8:00‑9:00am, finish between 4:30‑5:30pm, with a 1‑hour lunch break.
• Hybrid working: 2 days working from home per week.
• Paid overtime.
• Dress for your diary dress code.
• Monthly staff socials, including in‑office takeaways or team‑building activities outside the office.