Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant

Recruiter
BC Financial Search Ltd
Location
Leeds
Salary
£32,000 - £40,000 per year
Contract
Permanent
Work pattern
Full Time
First listed by Ontap
21 September 2026
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Job description

BC Financial Search is working with an established accountancy practice in Leeds to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis.

This is a broad, hands-on position suited to somebody with good experience working within an accountancy practice or bookkeeping environment who enjoys managing their own workload and having regular contact with clients.

The role will be predominantly office-based in Leeds, with occasional travel to client premises where required.

The firm is open-minded on qualification level. You could be studying towards AAT, already AAT qualified, or simply have strong practical experience and be qualified by experience. Study support can also be provided for somebody who would like to continue their professional development.

Salary is expected to be in the region of £32,000-£40,000, depending on experience.

Duties and responsibilities

The successful candidate will work across a varied portfolio of clients, with responsibilities including:

Completing bookkeeping for a range of businesses and sole traders
Preparing and submitting VAT returns
Supporting clients with Making Tax Digital requirements and submissions
Preparing management accounts
Maintaining accurate accounting records and reconciliations
Working extensively with cloud accounting software including Xero and QuickBooks
Liaising directly with clients regarding their bookkeeping and accounting requirements
Visiting client premises when required
Supporting the wider accounts team with additional accounting work where appropriate

The position offers plenty of variety and would suit somebody who enjoys working directly with clients rather than performing a purely transactional bookkeeping role.

Experience and qualifications

The firm is flexible regarding formal qualifications and is particularly interested in candidates with strong practical bookkeeping experience.

Ideally, you will have:

Previous bookkeeping experience, ideally gained within an accountancy practice or similar environment
Good working knowledge of Xero and QuickBooks
Experience preparing VAT returns
Knowledge of Making Tax Digital requirements
Some exposure to management accounts
Good attention to detail and organisational skills
Confidence communicating directly with clients
The ability to manage your own workload and deadlines

Candidates may be:

Studying towards an AAT qualification
Already AAT qualified
Qualified by experience with a strong bookkeeping background

Benefits

The role offers:

Salary of £32,000-£40,000, depending on experience
Full-time permanent position
Study support available for candidates looking to continue their qualifications
Broad bookkeeping and accounting responsibilities
Regular client contact
Exposure to a varied portfolio of businesses
Opportunity to develop beyond traditional bookkeeping into areas such as management accounts

Company culture

The firm is a well-established Leeds accountancy practice providing a broad range of accounting, tax and advisory services to its clients.

This role would suit somebody who values being part of an office-based team and enjoys building strong relationships with both colleagues and clients.

The position provides a good balance between day-to-day bookkeeping responsibilities and broader accounting work, with the opportunity to continue developing technically and professionally.

For more information or a confidential discussion about the position, please apply or contact BC Financial Search directly.

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