Semi-Senior Accountant

Accounts Semi-Senior 📍 Otley 💰 £28,000 – £32,000 🕒 Full Time – 34 Hours Across a 4-Day Working Week We are looking for an experienced and proactive Accounts Semi-Senior to join our growing team in Otley. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to continue developing their career within a modern and forward-thinking accountancy practice while benefiting from an excellent work-life balance through a 4-day working week. The role offers exposure to a varied portfolio of clients and will involve a mix of bookkeeping, VAT, accounts preparation, and tax compliance work, alongside supporting the continued digitalisation of the office. About the Role You will support a wide range of clients including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, working closely with senior accountants and managers to deliver a high-quality service. Key responsibilities will include: * Bookkeeping and VAT return preparation * Preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies * Assisting with personal and corporation tax compliance * Liaising directly with clients and resolving queries * Supporting digitalisation and cloud accounting adoption * Helping champion the rollout and use of Xero within the Otley office * Supporting junior team members where appropriate * Maintaining accurate client records and ensuring compliance with deadlines and regulations What We’re Looking For We are seeking someone with previous accountancy practice experience who is comfortable managing work across multiple clients. Essential requirements: * Previous experience working within an accountancy practice * AAT qualified (or actively studying) * Experience preparing accounts and VAT returns * Knowledge of personal and corporation tax * Strong organisational and client communication skills * Excellent attention to detail * Confident using cloud accounting software, particularly Xero * A proactive approach to digitalisation and process improvement Desirable: * Experience working with agricultural or farming clients This role would not suit candidates whose experience is solely within industry finance environments. Working Arrangements & Flexibility * Full-time hours worked across a 4-day week (34 hours) * 1 day working from home permitted once fully embedded within the team * Flexibility is available, although current office arrangements require slightly more structured hours to ensure sufficient office cover * Additional flexibility is expected once the two Otley offices combine Why Join Us? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative practice environment where you will gain exposure to a broad client base and play an active role in the continued digital development of the office. We are looking for someone who enjoys working closely with clients, takes pride in delivering high-quality work, and wants to continue building a long-term career within practice while enjoying the benefits of a genuine 4-day working week