General Practice Accountant

General Practice Accountant

Location: Cross Gates, Leeds
Salary: £45,000 (Negotiable DOE)

Butler Rose North Practice is partnering with this ambitious and growing independent small accountancy practice in Cross Gates, Leeds, to recruit a General Practice Accountant.

Are you looking to join a firm where you'll play a genuinely influential role, work closely with the Directors, and be recognised for your contribution rather than being treated as just another number?

The Opportunity

This is a broad and varied role offering exposure across all areas of a busy accountancy practice. You'll work closely with the Directors, support a diverse client portfolio, mentor junior team members, and contribute to the continued growth and success of the firm.

The successful candidate will enjoy being office-based, collaborating with colleagues, sharing ideas, and being part of a friendly team where every individual makes a genuine impact.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of SME, owner-managed business, and limited company clients.
• Preparation and review of statutory accounts for a variety of clients.
• Preparation and review of management accounts.
• Corporation Tax compliance and preparation of tax returns.
• Preparation and review of Self-Assessment Tax Returns.
• VAT return preparation and review.
• Assisting clients with accounting and business queries.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for clients and building long-term relationships.
• Reviewing work completed by junior team members.
• Coaching, mentoring and developing trainees and junior accountants.
• Supporting the Directors with practice management and operational responsibilities.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Ensuring all work is completed accurately and within deadlines.
• Providing a high level of client service and commercial advice.

Experience & Skills Required

• ACA / ACCA Qualified, Part Qualified, or Qualified by Experience (QBE).
• Experience working within a UK Accountancy Practice.
• Strong experience in accounts preparation and general practice accounting.
• Experience preparing Corporation Tax and Self-Assessment Tax Returns.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
• Experience reviewing and supporting junior members of staff.
• Good knowledge of cloud accounting software, including Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Personal Attributes

• Enjoys thinking outside the box and finding practical solutions.
• Passionate about coaching and developing others.
• Team player who enjoys working closely with colleagues and clients.
• Ambitious and eager to take on additional responsibility.
• Looking to become a key figure within a growing practice.
• Values a collaborative and supportive working environment.

Employee Benefits

• Genuine career progression opportunities.
• Direct access to and support from the Partners.
• Friendly and supportive team culture.
• Ongoing professional development.
• Collaborative office-based working environment.
• Opportunity to become a key member of the leadership team.
• A firm where you're appreciated, recognised, and never treated as just a number.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.