Accountant

I am currently recruiting for an established, growing accountancy practice in Leicestershire. 

The practice provides a full range of services to sole traders, partnerships and limited companies of varying sizes and complexity, covering accounts preparation, tax returns, VAT, payroll and compliance with Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements.

Due to continued growth, our client is looking for a fully qualified accountant to join their team and work closely with the Directors on the day to day running of the office.

The Role

As a Qualified Accountant, you will:

• Work alongside the Directors to help manage the practice on a day to day basis.

• Prepare year end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.

• Prepare and review corporation tax, income tax and partnership tax returns.

• Oversee and review bookkeeping, VAT returns and MTD submissions.

• Support and supervise junior staff, reviewing their work and providing guidance and training.

• Liaise directly with clients, handling queries promptly and professionally and building long term relationships.

• Assist with workflow management, job allocation and ensuring deadlines are met.

• Contribute to improving internal processes and maintaining a consistently high standard of client service.

This is a hands on role with genuine input into how the practice is run and clear potential to develop into a more senior or management position over time.

About You

Our client is looking for someone who is:

• Fully qualified (ACA / ACCA or equivalent).

• Experienced in general practice, working with a mixed portfolio of sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.

• Confident with tax compliance, including personal and corporate tax returns.

• Familiar with MTD requirements and cloud accounting software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks, Sage).

• Comfortable managing multiple deadlines and prioritising workload.

• Able to supervise and support junior team members.

• Professional, approachable and able to build strong relationships with clients.

• Proactive, organised and willing to take responsibility for the smooth running of the office.

Key Skills & Experience

• Fully qualified ACA / ACCA with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in an accountancy practice.

• Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting and tax.

• Good IT skills and experience with accounting software and Microsoft Office.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high‑quality work.

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary in the region of £42,000–£48,000 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications.

• Fully office based role in Leicestershire, working closely with the Directors and wider team.

• Phone and private health insurance.

• Supportive working environment with direct access to the Directors.

• Opportunities for progression and increased responsibility as the practice continues to grow.

• Ongoing CPD and training.