At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare accounts and manage a diverse portfolio of clients in a supportive team.
- Company: Established accountancy practice in Scarborough with a people-focused culture.
- Benefits: 5 weeks holiday, discretionary bonus, free parking, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with ongoing learning and growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a friendly team and make a real impact while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in accountancy, knowledge of accounting software, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Would you like to join a highly respected and established accountancy practice in
Scarborough where your contribution is genuinely valued, your career development is supported, and you can build lasting relationships with a diverse portfolio of clients? Are you an ambitious
Accounts Senior or Senior Accountant looking for a role where you can continue to develop within a friendly, professional and collaborative team?
We are working exclusively with a long-established and highly regarded accountancy practice in
Scarborough that is continuing to grow and is looking to strengthen its accounts team.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm that combines traditional client service with a supportive and people-focused culture.
This role would suit either an experienced
Accounts Senior / Senior Accountant who is ready to take the next step in their career.
You'll enjoy a varied workload, exposure to a broad range of clients across different sectors, and the opportunity to develop your technical knowledge while building trusted client relationships.
You'll be joining a team that values collaboration, recognises individual contributions and genuinely invests in its people.
What the Accounts Senior job involves
Working as part of an experienced and supportive accounts team, you will be responsible for preparing accounts and supporting a varied portfolio of clients, including:
- Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards.
- Managing a portfolio of clients, acting as their day‑to‑day contact and answering queries.
- Reviewing bookkeeping, VAT returns and management accounts, identifying errors and resolving discrepancies.
- Supervising and supporting junior staff, reviewing their work and providing practical training.
- Managing deadlines and budgets, ensuring client work is completed accurately, on time and within agreed fees.
- Liaising with HMRC and Companies House on client matters, submissions and queries.
- Supporting client meetings, explaining financial results and highlighting issues or opportunities to managers and partners.
- Using accounting software such as Xero, Sage, Quick Books and accounts preparation packages, and helping clients improve their processes.
Skills required
- Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment is essential
- Experience preparing accounts for a range of business entities
- Good working knowledge of accounting software such as Xero, Sage or Quick Books
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive client relationships
- The ability to manage your own workload and prioritise effectively
- AAT qualified, ACA/ACCA part‑qualified, qualified or qualified by experience candidates will all be considered
- Other information
- Full‑time position working 37.5 hours per week
- 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Free on‑site parking
- Easily accessible on public transport
- Friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment
- Varied and interesting client portfolio across a range of sectors
- Genuine opportunities for career progression and continued professional development
- Exposure to experienced professionals who will support your ongoing learning and career growth
- Join a successful and well‑respected independent practice where people stay because they enjoy the culture, the clients and the opportunities available
Accounts Senior in Scarborough employer: KD Recruitment
KD Recruitment is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment in Hull where you can grow your skills as a Payroll Support Administrator. With comprehensive training provided and a focus on employee development, you'll be part of a friendly team that values accuracy and reliability, ensuring a rewarding career path in payroll administration.
