Audit & Accounts Assistant

Audit & Accounts Assistant | £20,000 - £29,000 | Leeds | Study Support

Are you early on in your practice career and looking to join a firm where you'll genuinely be supported, developed, and given exposure to a broad range of work?

If you're someone who enjoys variety, wants to continue developing technically, and values being part of a friendly and collaborative team, this could be a great opportunity.

We're partnering with a well-established independent firm of Chartered Accountants based in Leeds that is continuing to grow following another successful year.

With a strong reputation across audit, accounts, tax, and advisory work, they're now looking to bring in an Audit & Accounts Assistant to strengthen their existing team.

The Role

You'll work closely with managers and senior team members across a broad range of audit and accounts assignments.

Audit Work: Supporting statutory audit assignments as part of a wider audit team

Accounts Preparation: Preparing year-end statutory accounts under FRS102 and FRS105

Corporation Tax: Drafting corporation tax computations

Client Support: Assisting clients with bookkeeping, VAT returns, and cloud-based software

Advisory Exposure: Supporting occasional ad-hoc projects including valuations, tax planning, and due diligence work

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to continue building their practice career within a supportive and technically strong environment.

What We're Looking For

Ideally studying ACA, ACCA, or AAT

At least 12 months' experience within accountancy practice

Experience preparing accounts is essential

Audit exposure beneficial but not essential

Familiar with software such as Sage, Xero, or QuickBooks

Strong communication skills and a collaborative attitude

Someone proactive, eager to learn, and comfortable working as part of a team

Why Join?

This is a firm that genuinely invests in its people.

You'll be joining a friendly, supportive team with a strong mentoring culture, comprehensive study support, and clear progression opportunities.

Additional benefits include

Full study support package

25 days holiday

Health benefits plan

Hybrid/remote working opportunities

Free parking and strong transport links

Friendly, social culture with regular charity initiatives and team activities

Clear progression opportunities with a promote-from-within culture

Location: Leeds Salary: £20,000 - £29,000 (DOE) Working Pattern: Full-time with hybrid flexibility Start: ASAP

If you're looking for a role where you can continue developing your practice career in a supportive environment, hit apply.