Experienced Qualified Accountant (can be qualified by experience)
RAA North East Limited – Ilkley
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced, qualified Accountant with tax knowledge and experience to take responsibility for a significant portfolio of client fees while playing a key leadership role within the practice.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded professional who enjoys building client relationships, leading teams, driving operational improvements, and contributing to business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Client Relationship Management
· Act as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of clients, building trusted long-term relationships.
· Review and discuss financial statements and reports with clients, providing clear commercial insight.
· Prepare and maintain client profile summaries.
· Analyse financial information and recommend practical actions to improve business performance.
· Provide proactive advice on accounting, taxation, profitability, and business improvement opportunities.
· Negotiate engagement terms and service agreements where appropriate.
· Maintain strict confidentiality of client information and ensure compliance with professional standards.
· Identify and report potential money laundering risks in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Accounts & Tax Review
· Review accounts, tax returns, and other work prepared by the accounts team to ensure technical accuracy and compliance.
· Assist the Head of Tax with technical tax matters and planning opportunities.
· Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax legislation, and regulatory requirements.
· Provide guidance and support to team members on complex accounting and taxation issues.
Account Management
· Ensure timely and accurate billing, fee collection, and overall portfolio profitability.
· Work closely with the shared services team to monitor invoice production and client fee collection.
· Liaise directly with clients where necessary to resolve billing or payment matters.
· Review and standardise client engagement letters and service documentation.
Leadership & Team Management
· Foster collaboration across all office locations to deliver an exceptional client experience.
· Monitor workloads, deadlines, and quality standards to ensure efficient service delivery.
· Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing best practices across the practice.
Business Development
· Meet prospective clients to understand their requirements and prepare tailored proposals, with Director support where appropriate.
· Identify opportunities to expand services to existing clients through proactive relationship management.
· Contribute to the continued growth and development of the practice.
Professional Development
· Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge through CPD, professional training, industry publications, and networking.
· Keep informed of changes in accounting standards, tax legislation, and regulatory requirements.
Skills & Experience
· ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification or qualified by experience.
· Strong taxation knowledge and practical experience.
· Experience reviewing statutory accounts and tax work.
· Excellent client relationship and communication skills.
· Previous team leadership or management experience.
· Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability.
· High level of attention to detail and organisational skills.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and cloud-based accounting sortware.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Pay: Up to £45,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
