LeedsCorporate & Capital MarketsFull TimePermanent5 January 2026Overview of FirmPKF is the 12th largest accountancy brand and the 12th largest audit practice in the UK. We are also an active member of PKF Global, an international network of legally independent accounting firms that gives us an on the ground presence in 150 countries around the world with access to more than 20,000 people across 440 offices globally.We provide a full range of audit, accountancy, tax and advisory services, and are experts at simplifying complexity. We are particularly well-known for working with complex clients with challenging issues in fast-moving and highly technical areas, such as the insurance industry, the global capital markets and the not for profit sector. Our aim is to understand people, the organisations they run, and what matters to them, so we can simplify complexity and help them achieve their ambitions.Introduction to the DivisionBusiness SolutionsThe Business Solutions team provides a range of accounting, advisory and compliance services. Our team possess real world expertise to ensure our clients receive an industry-leading service. We will support businesses with their day to day finance functions and provide a scalable and flexible solutions to fit their needs, create clarity in complex situations and continue to adapt so that we can progress with them.It is not just about numbers. It is about people. We provide as much or as little as the client requires to complement or run a fully outsourced solution and are guided on the level of service support required.The majority of our solutions are cloud-based, enabling real time information and allowing our clients to have remote access and visibility of data. Our team recognises the importance of careful coordination to ensure an efficient, quality service.The team works with a variety of clients across many sectors with varying regulatory and reporting requirements, and we have specialist knowledge of a range of industries – from financial services, renewable energy, tech companies, professional practices and hospitality.You’ll gain a deeper insight into the businesses we work for, and as your experience grows, so will your opportunities.ResponsibilitiesResponsibilitiesPurpose and aim of the roleThe Business Solutions team is a growing Division, offering room for career progression. The successful candidate will assist the team in providing a high quality bookkeeping, accounts and VAT services to a wide variety of businesses.Duties and responsibilitiesThe post-holder will be taught to assist in all aspects of bookkeeping including:Invoice/Transactions processing/bookkeepingMaintaining cash books/sales and purchase ledgers/nominal ledgersPreparation of bank reconciliationsWriting cheques and bank processesProducing aged debtor and credit listingsPreparation and processing of journalsUse a variety of accounting systems including Xero, Quickbooks, Sage and many moreMonthly management accountsPreparation of VAT returnsYear-end statutory financial statementsThe post-holder will also be expected to:Undertake the work allocated by the manager and assignment leaderKeep the team informed about progress regularlyComplete work within budget and time allocatedAdopt high professional standards with a business-like approach to workDevelop a basic knowledge of current accounting standardsBe able to advise on basic accounting issuesBe aware of Institute and internal ethical guidelinesTo accept responsibility for all work performedWilling to accept feedback/development points and action itPass relevant professional examinations first timePerson SpecificationPerson SpecificationMinimum of a 2.2 degree, attained or expectedMinimum of 112 UCAS points (2017 tariff), from three A Levels A-C (excluding general studies), or equivalent5 GCSEs with minimum Grade 4/C including Maths and English LanguagePersonal AttributesAble to work on his/her own with limited support and use initiativeTeam playerEnthusiasticEffective communication skillsWillingness to ask for help/ask questionsWillingness and ability to learnCommercial awarenessGood attention to detailEffective time-management skillsFlexibilityStrong organisational skillsAbility to prioritise workloadWork to deadlinesProblem solverThe ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate core IT skills which include the use of Word, Excel and email.

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