Accountant in Harrogate, Yorkshire

Title: Accountant Location: Harrogate Employment Type: Full-Time Overview: We are partnering with a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice in Harrogate to recruit a proactive and client-focused Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, close-knit team where youll be responsible for delivering a broad range of accounting and tax services to a varied client portfolio. The role offers genuine long-term progression for someone looking to grow within a successful practice environment. Key Responsibilities: Preparation of year-end accounts for a diverse range of clients (sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies). Production of corporation tax and personal tax returns. Managing and maintaining client relationships, acting as a first point of contact for queries. Supporting clients with cloud accounting queries (primarily Xero). Working collaboratively within a small, supportive team environment. Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and practice procedures. Contributing to workflow improvements and supporting the ongoing growth of the practice. Essential Requirements: Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment. Strong working knowledge of Xero. Demonstrable experience producing year-end accounts and tax returns. Excellent communication skills and confidence in a client-facing role. Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently within a small team. Desirable: Experience using IRIS accountancy software. AAT-qualified, part-qualified ACCA/ACA, or qualified by experience. Knowledge of other cloud accounting platforms. Whats on Offer: Competitive salary based on experience. Progression opportunities within the practice. Supportive team culture with ongoing professional development. Opportunity to work closely with clients and gain exposure to a wide range of responsibilities. Modern, cloud-focused practice environment.