Accountant

Nfuzion; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accountancy practice in Harrogate is seeking a proactive and client-focused Accountant. This entry-level role involves preparing year-end accounts, managing tax returns, and supporting clients primarily with Xero. Ideal candidates will have previous practice experience and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive salary and significant opportunities for professional development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Progression opportunities

Supportive team culture

Ongoing professional development

Exposure to various responsibilities

Qualifications

• Experience in an accountancy practice is required.
• Ability to prepare year-end accounts and tax returns.
• Strong communication skills for client-facing interactions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for clients.
• Produce corporation and personal tax returns.
• Maintain client relationships and respond to queries.
• Support clients with Xero-related issues.
• Collaborate within a small team.

Skills

Client relationship management

Xero knowledge

Communication skills

Independence

Time management

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent

Part-qualified ACCA/ACA or equivalent experience

Tools

Xero

IRIS accountancy software

Job description

Title

Accountant

Location

Harrogate

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Overview

We are partnering with a well‑established and highly regarded accountancy practice in Harrogate to recruit a proactive and client‑focused Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, close‑knit team where you’ll be responsible for delivering a broad range of accounting and tax services to a varied client portfolio. The role offers genuine long‑term progression for someone looking to grow within a successful practice environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of year‑end accounts for a diverse range of clients (sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies).
• Production of corporation tax and personal tax returns.
• Managing and maintaining client relationships, acting as a first point of contact for queries.
• Supporting clients with cloud accounting queries (primarily Xero).
• Working collaboratively within a small, supportive team environment.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and practice procedures.
• Contributing to workflow improvements and supporting the ongoing growth of the practice.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Xero.
• Demonstrable experience producing year‑end accounts and tax returns.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in a client‑facing role.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently within a small team.

Desirable

• Experience using IRIS accountancy software.
• AAT‑qualified, part‑qualified ACCA/ACA, or qualified by experience.
• Knowledge of other cloud accounting platforms.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Progression opportunities within the practice.
• Supportive team culture with ongoing professional development.
• Opportunity to work closely with clients and gain exposure to a wide range of responsibilities.
• Modern, cloud‑focused practice environment.

Seniority level

Entry level

Job function

Accounting, Auditing and Finance

Industries

Accounting