Accounts Semi Senior

Location Barnsley
Discipline: Public Practice
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £25,000 - £35,000
Contact name: Alice Wilkins

Contact email: alice@sirecruitment.com
Job ref: 23669
Published: about 3 hours ago

​About the Role
An established accountancy practice in South Yorkshire is looking for a Semi-Senior Accountant to join its team. The firm provides a wide range of accountancy, taxation and business advisory services and is known for offering practical, high-value support to local businesses and individuals.

This role is ideal for someone with existing practice experience who is looking to progress and take on more responsibility in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities
• Prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Prepare corporation tax computations and personal tax returns.
• Complete bookkeeping tasks and work with cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage.
• Support senior team members with accounts and tax assignments.
• Provide day-to-day client support and maintain strong professional relationships.

Requirements
• 2–3 years’ experience working within an accountancy practice.
• AAT Level 3/4 or studying towards ACCA/ACA (or relevant experience).
• Confident in accounts preparation and tax compliance.
• Strong IT skills and experience using accounting software.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, professional approach.
• Ability to manage deadlines and produce accurate work independently.

Benefits
• Study support available for AAT or ACCA.
• On-site parking.
• Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development.