Senior Accountant

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established company in the professional services industry. Their Leeds office is an energetic and ambitious environment, constantly striving for growth and success.

Job Description

• Oversee and manage the general accounting functions, including, but not limited to: accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and taxes.
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts, report variances.
• Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements.
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
• Support month-end and year-end close process.
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Additional duties as necessary.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Accountant should have:

• A degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g. CIMA, ACCA).
• Excellent accounting software user administration skills.
• Planning through to review across Accounts and Tax.
• Able to confidently manage client interaction and advise of the more complex queries
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Experience with creating financial statements.
• Excellent analytical skills with a thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary in the range of £40,000 - £60,000 DOE
• Study support for further professional development.
• Free parking facilities.
• A clear path for internal progression within the company.
• A positive, ambitious, and supportive work culture in the heart of Leeds.

If this role sounds like a good fit, we encourage you to apply today to become part of our team in Leeds. We look forward to hearing from you.