We’re always on the lookout for new talent and are currently recruiting for the following positions:

Audit and Accounts Senior

About Us

Elsby & Co are an award-winning, family owned independent firm of Chartered Accountants employing over 60 accounting professionals from offices in Sywell and Rushden in Northamptonshire. We are a modern, friendly, pro-active firm of accountants who have a real passion for the professional development of its team.

We provide a traditional “compliance” accountancy service but believe there is so much more to the role of an accountant. Each client has a dedicated Client Manager who works closely with the client to understand their personal and business goals and then proactively suggest ways to help the client achieve their potential.

Our Client Managers are supported by a team of trainees and also by the Partners in the business. We place huge importance on the personal and professional development of each member of the Elsby & Co team. Our professional staff are trained in all aspects, we don’t have a separate tax department which means that effectively our staff are GP’s for business. This results in a well-rounded training programme and means that the client has one person to talk to when it comes to their financial affairs.

Our Seniors and Semi Seniors will support the Managers but will also be developed to progress to that role, and will build meaningful relationships with our clients, and will be given lots of scope to be involved in projects for their clients.

We believe that by recruiting great people, we can deliver a superior service to our clients whilst providing an enjoyable work environment. We offer excellent career development opportunities along with a highly competitive remuneration package, including an excellent profit-sharing bonus scheme.

Recently, audit has been an area of significant growth, and we have now created a separate department for audit, enabling us to provide dedicated training, expert supervision and a clear career path, with opportunities to advance.

At Elsby & Co, you will grow and develop hugely. All incoming staff comment on how much they learn. This is because we focus on ways of helping our clients, not just the core work. You’ll be taught this side of the role and be given valuable support and guidance from those around you.

The Opportunity

Elsby & Co has an opportunity for a motivated and talented individual who is looking to further their professional career as an Audit and Accounts Senior.

The role primarily involves supporting the Senior Audit Manager with looking after our varied range of audit clients, and building meaningful relationships with these clients. The audit role will be supplemented with a role in more traditional accountancy / tax where you’d handle a regular portfolio of clients and develop your own relationships with them. We’ll help you develop your business support and advisory skills. Our expectation is a split of around 50/50. You’ll be supported by a team of assistants who currently have a varied role, but our intention is to build a dedicated team in audit. You’ll play a key role in the development of this team and the training of junior audit staff.

Elsby & Co are keen to make the most of modern technology and this is reflected in the internal working practices and how the firm works with clients. The role will provide you with an opportunity for direct client contact therefore strong technical and communication skills are essential.

There is no limit to ultimate career progression to Partner level for the right candidate.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should…

  • Have previous audit experience within a practice.
  • Have a strong background in Audit generally, as well as Accounts preparation / disclosure.
  • Have previous experience as a Senior or Semi- Senior Accountant within practice, ideally 3 – 5 years.
  • Be friendly, approachable and enjoy communications with clients and colleagues.
  • Have previous experience of training and developing junior staff.
  • Have an openness to use modern technology, both for internal efficiencies but also to assist clients in their business practices.
  • Have a friendly “can do” attitude and an ability to communicate well.
  • Adopt an ethical and trustful approach to all interactions.

The Offering

  • £39,000 – £49,000 depending on experience and qualifications
  • Excellent benefit package.
  • Work-life as well as work-study balance.
  • Agile working policy with working from home opportunities and flexible hours.
  • On the job training and practical experience.
  • Face to face contact with decision makers early on

Why join us

We place huge importance on the personal and professional development of each member of our team. We believe that by recruiting great people, we can deliver a superior service to our customers whilst providing an enjoyable work environment.

We have been successful due to our commitment to high quality customer service, and to actually helping our customers, which is an attitude which brings high levels of job satisfaction and the feeling of ‘making a contribution’. Because of our success, there is always room for progression and development, as the business is constantly evolving. We’re open to fresh thoughts and ideas and love enthusiastic people who want to do their best for clients and fellow team members. All of this has generated a collaborative, vibrant work environment where office politics is strictly prohibited!

If you think we could be the firm for you and you have got what it takes to join our team, please apply using our application form below.

Accounts and Tax Senior

About us

Elsby & Co are an award-winning, family owned independent firm of Chartered Accountants employing over 60 accounting professionals from offices in Sywell and Rushden in Northamptonshire. We are a modern, friendly, pro-active firm of accountants who have a real passion for the professional development of its team.

We provide a traditional “compliance” accountancy service but believe there is so much more to the role of an accountant. Each client has a dedicated Client Manager who works closely with the client to understand their personal and business goals and then proactively suggest ways to help the client achieve their potential.

Our Client Managers are supported by a team of trainees and also by the Partners in the business. We place huge importance on the personal and professional development of each member of the Elsby & Co team. Our professional staff are trained in all aspects, we don’t have a separate tax department which means that effectively our staff are GP’s for business. This results in a well-rounded training programme and means that the client has one person to talk to when it comes to their financial affairs.

Our Seniors and Semi Seniors will support the Managers but will also be developed to progress to that role, and will build meaningful relationships with our clients. You would be mentored in this role, learning the skills required to become a trusted adviser. You’ll be given lots of scope to be involved in interesting client projects.

We believe that by recruiting great people, we can deliver a superior service to our clients whilst providing an enjoyable work environment. We offer excellent career development opportunities along with a highly competitive remuneration package, including an excellent profit-sharing bonus scheme.

At Elsby & Co, you will grow and develop hugely. All incoming staff comment on how much they learn. This is because we focus on ways of helping our clients, not just the core work. You’ll be taught this side of the role and be given valuable support and guidance from those around you.

The Opportunity

Elsby & Co has an opportunity for a motivated and talented individual who is looking to further their professional career as a Senior Accountant.

The role primarily involves supporting the Client Managers with looking after the day to day compliance and advisory aspects for a client. The role will largely involve dealing with the accounting and tax requirements for SME’s and you will be responsible for the training of more junior accounts staff, including appraisal of their work.

This will be an exciting, all-round role where you’ll be a main contact point with clients and therefore develop meaningful relationships. You’ll get involved in all aspects of looking after a client, including tax, accounts, systems and general support and advisory. You’ll learn how to become a ‘trusted adviser’ to our clients and be given all the support and mentoring necessary to progress to becoming a manager.

Elsby & Co are keen to make the most of modern technology and this is reflected in the internal working practices and how the firm works with clients. The role will also involve assisting in providing timely management information in keeping with the firm’s pro-active business advisory service, a service we are seeking to develop, along with systems improvements, so experience in these areas would be an advantage.

There is no limit to ultimate career progression to Partner level for the right candidate.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should…

  • Have previous experience as a Senior or Semi Senior Accountant within practice, ideally 3 – 5 years.
  • Be friendly, approachable and enjoy communications with clients and colleagues.
  • Have previous experience of training and developing junior staff.
  • Have an openness to use modern technology, both for internal efficiencies but also to assist clients in their business practices.
  • Have an interest in developing new contacts and business referrals.
  • Have a friendly “can do” attitude and an ability to communicate well.
  • Foster a culture of growth and continuous improvements.
  • Adopt an ethical and trustful approach to all interactions.

The Offering

  • £39,000 – £49,000 depending on experience and qualifications
  • Excellent benefit package.
  • Work-life as well as work-study balance.
  • Agile working policy with working from home opportunities and flexible hours.
  • On the job training and practical experience.
  • Face to face contact with decision makers early on.

Why join us

We place huge importance on the personal and professional development of each member of our team. We believe that by recruiting great people, we can deliver a superior service to our customers whilst providing an enjoyable work environment.

We have been successful due to our commitment to high quality customer service, and to actually helping our customers, which is an attitude which brings high levels of job satisfaction and the feeling of ‘making a contribution’. Because of our success, there is always room for progression and development, as the business is constantly evolving. We’re open to fresh thoughts and ideas and love enthusiastic people who want to do their best for clients and fellow team members. All of this has generated a collaborative, vibrant work environment where office politics is strictly prohibited!

If you think we could be the firm for you and you have got what it takes to join our team, then we would like to hear from you. Please apply using our application form below.

Semi-Senior Accountant

About us

Elsby & Co are an award-winning, family owned independent firm of Chartered Accountants employing over 60 accounting professionals from offices in Sywell and Rushden in Northamptonshire. We are a modern, friendly, pro-active firm of accountants who have a real passion for the professional development of its team.

We provide a traditional “compliance” accountancy service but believe there is so much more to the role of an accountant. Each client has a dedicated Client Manager who works closely with the client to understand their personal and business goals and then proactively suggest ways to help the client achieve their potential.

Our Client Managers are supported by a team of trainees and also by the Partners in the business. We place huge importance on the personal and professional development of each member of the Elsby & Co team. Our professional staff are trained in all aspects, we don’t have a separate tax department which means that effectively our staff are GP’s for business. This results in a well-rounded training programme and means that the client has one person to talk to when it comes to their financial affairs.

Our Seniors and Semi Seniors will support the Managers but will also be developed to progress to that role, and will build meaningful relationships with our clients, and will be given lots of scope to be involved in projects for their clients.

We believe that by recruiting great people, we can deliver a superior service to our clients whilst providing an enjoyable work environment. We offer excellent career development opportunities along with a highly competitive remuneration package, including an excellent profit-sharing bonus scheme.

At Elsby & Co, you will grow and develop hugely. All incoming staff comment on how much they learn. This is because we focus on ways of helping our clients, not just the core work. You’ll be taught this side of the role and be given valuable support and guidance from those around you.

The Role

Elsby & Co has an opportunity for a motivated and talented individual who is looking to further their professional career as a Semi-Senior Accountant, to join the team in our recently refurbished offices in Sywell and Rushden in Northamptonshire

As a Semi-Senior we would expect you to be moving away from task-based work to more on-going client management throughout the year. The role primarily involves supporting the Client Manager and Senior Accountant with looking after the day to day compliance aspects for a client. The role will largely involve dealing with the accounting and tax requirements for SME’s and you will be assisting in the training of more junior accounts staff, including appraisal of their work.

This is an exciting role where you’ll take the compliance skills you have learned, and be given exposure to developing client relationships, learning tax planning and other advisory matters, and be given more client organisational roles. There will be lots to learn, which is what we’re known for, and we’ll provide fantastic support, mentoring and training to really develop your skills and confidence.

You’ll be given appropriate levels of responsibility and will get involved in interesting work projects, as well as developing relationships with clients who you’d work with consistently.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should…

  • Have previous experience within practice, ideally 2-3 years.
  • Be partially qualified (AAT/ACA/ACCA) – preferred but not essential.
  • Have a friendly “can do” attitude and an ability to communicate well.
  • Foster a culture of growth and continuous improvements.
  • Adopt an ethical and trustful approach to all interactions.

The Offering

  • £30,000 – £37,000 depending on experience and qualifications
  • Excellent benefit package.
  • Work-life as well as work-study balance.
  • Agile working policy with working from home opportunities and flexible hours.
  • On the job training and practical experience.
  • Face to face contact with decision makers early on

Why join us

We place huge importance on the personal and professional development of each member of our team. We believe that by recruiting great people, we can deliver a superior service to our customers whilst providing an enjoyable work environment.

We have been successful due to our commitment to high quality customer service, and to actually helping our customers, which is an attitude which brings high levels of job satisfaction and the feeling of ‘making a contribution’. Because of our success, there is always room for progression and development, as the business is constantly evolving. We’re open to fresh thoughts and ideas and love enthusiastic people who want to do their best for clients and fellow team members. All of this has generated a collaborative, vibrant work environment where office politics is strictly prohibited!

If you think we could be the firm for you and you have got what it takes to join our team, then we would like to hear from you. Please apply using our application form below.

Trainee Accountants

About us

Elsby & Co are an award-winning, family owned independent firm of Chartered Accountants employing over 60 accounting professionals from offices in Sywell and Rushden in Northamptonshire. We are a modern, friendly, pro-active firm of accountants who have a real passion for the professional development of its team.

We provide a traditional “compliance” accountancy service but believe there is so much more to the role of an accountant. Each client has a dedicated Client Manager who works closely with the client to understand their personal and business goals and then proactively suggest ways to help the client achieve their potential.

Our Client Managers are supported by a team of trainees and also by the Partners in the business. We place huge importance on the personal and professional development of each member of the Elsby & Co team. Our professional staff are trained in all aspects, we don’t have a separate tax department which means that effectively our staff are GP’s for business. This results in a well-rounded training programme and means that the client has one person to talk to when it comes to their financial affairs.

Our Seniors and Semi Seniors will support the Managers but will also be developed to progress to that role, and will build meaningful relationships with our clients, and will be given lots of scope to be involved in projects for their clients.

We believe that by recruiting great people, we can deliver a superior service to our clients whilst providing an enjoyable work environment. We offer excellent career development opportunities along with a highly competitive remuneration package, including an excellent profit-sharing bonus scheme.

At Elsby & Co, you will grow and develop hugely. All incoming staff comment on how much they learn. This is because we focus on ways of helping our clients, not just the core work. You’ll be taught this side of the role and be given valuable support and guidance from those around you.

The Opportunity

Are you a bright student looking for a Graduate programme or Apprenticeship?  Would you like to get a head start with some relevant ‘on the job’ experience while you study for your recognised qualification? Then starting your career with us might be for you! Earn while you learn!

Elsby & Co has opportunities for motivated and talented individuals who are looking to further their professional careers as Trainee Accountants, working from our recently refurbished offices in Sywell and Rushden in Northamptonshire. We can offer you great clients, a supportive network of other trainees to help you through your first years and a visible and approachable Partner group, to ensure you grow and develop in your role.

The role primarily involves supporting the Client Managers and Senior Accountants with preparation of accounts and related taxation work for a wide variety of clients. Elsby & Co are keen to make the most of modern technology and this is reflected in the internal working practices and how the firm works with clients.

We are an authorised training office for both ACA and ACCA leading to professional qualifications. We also provide professional development training such as communication and presentation skills to support you as you progress through your career.

There is no limit to career progression and ultimately to Partner level for the right candidate.

Requirements

To be successful for this role, you should…

  • Be friendly, approachable and enjoy communications with clients and colleagues
  • Have a passion for the story numbers can tell.
  • Be numerate, inquisitive and a logical thinker
  • Be enthusiastic with a willingness to learn and develop
  • Have an openness to use modern technology, both for internal efficiencies but also to assist clients in their business practices
  • Have competent Excel skills, and where available previous experience of SAGE, Xero, Quickbooks would be an advantage
  • You should adopt an ethical and trustful approach to all interactions.
  • Have a willingness to increase qualifications where relevant, this can consist of:
      • No current relevant qualifications, but a willingness to study AAT, ACA or ACCA where relevant, or
      • AAT qualified with experience and looking to start a training contract with either ACA or ACCA, or
      • Already studying AAT, ACA or ACCA, part qualified would be ideal, and wishing to continue studies
        L1 or L2 AAT candidates have an opportunity for an apprenticeship with us

Suitable for…

  • Graduates seeking a challenging and varied role in accountancy
  • School leavers looking to study for the AAT qualification followed by professional exams
  • Career changers – if you are looking for entry into the exciting world of accountancy

The offering

  • Salary of £18,000 – £25,000 depending on age, qualification and experience. The starting salary for our Graduate Scheme is £25,000.
  • Excellent benefit package.
  • Work-life as well as work-study balance.
  • Agile working policy with working from home opportunities and flexible hours.
  • On the job training and practical experience.
  • Face to face contact with decision makers early on

Why join us

We place huge importance on the personal and professional development of each member of our team. We believe that by recruiting great people, we can deliver a superior service to our customers whilst providing an enjoyable work environment.

We have been successful due to our commitment to high quality customer service, and to actually helping our customers, which is an attitude which brings high levels of job satisfaction and the feeling of ‘making a contribution’. Because of our success, there is always room for progression and development, as the business is constantly evolving. We’re open to fresh thoughts and ideas and love enthusiastic people who want to do their best for clients and fellow team members. All of this has generated a collaborative, vibrant work environment where office politics is strictly prohibited!

If you think we could be the firm for you and you have got what it takes to join our team, then we would like to hear from you. Please apply using our application form below.

We’re always interested in high quality candidates, at all levels, so we’d be delighted to hear from you at any time.

If you’d like to chat to us, please contact us directly. At Elsby & Co we have our own internal recruitment consultant meaning we don’t generally recruit via agencies.

In the meantime, if you’d like to know more about our Employee Benefits, you can download a copy here – Employee Benefits Summary

 

Work Experience

We do offer work experience placements at Elsby & Co during the summer months. Feel free to send us an email if you’d like to chat about careers in accountancy or if you need career advice in this area and we will happily come back to you.

If you’re interested in a career in Accounting and are unsure of your next steps, download our handy Career Roadmap and guide to Apprenticeships here – Schools Career Path and apprentice guide 2024

 

If you like what we’re about, we welcome applications for our vacancies. If you have accounting experience and don’t fit these roles, we often recruit people with the right skills and competencies whether we have a vacancy or not and invite you to complete the form below.

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What our clients say about us

Gina Wood
20/02/2023
Dipesh Radia has always been most professional and friendly in his emails and telephone conversations. He is very knowledgeable in all areas of tax affairs. Overall the service received has been of a very satisfactory level. Communication is excellent which is key to maintaining a good relationship with clients
Mark Ellis
20/02/2023
Elsby & Co look after all my Tax and accounting needs, both personal and Business, and I am completely happy with the service they provide. In all of my dealings, whether by phone or e mail, I have always found all staff to be extremely pleasant....Polite, capable ,professional and easy to talk to. If I have had any questions or queries, they have always answered them straight away, fully and to my complete satisfaction. Responses to my mails or calls has been virtually immediate. I have every faith in them to always look after my best interests and therefore I would happily recommend Dipesh and the whole Elsby and Co team to my family and friends.
Zane Oliver
14/02/2023
I had the pleasure of working with James from Elsby & Co as my accountant, and I cannot recommend him enough. James is an expert in his field, and he provided me with fantastic accounting services that went above and beyond my expectations. James took the time to understand my business and my financial needs, and he provided me with tailored advice and solutions that helped me to improve my bottom line. He is knowledgeable, efficient, and detail-oriented, ensuring that all of my financial records were accurate and up-to-date. In addition to his technical abilities, James is also a pleasure to work with. He is friendly, approachable, and always available to answer any questions I had. He made the often-daunting process of managing my finances a breeze, and I always felt confident that my financial affairs were in good hands. Overall, I cannot recommend James and Elsby & Co enough. If you are looking for an accountant who can provide you with top-notch services and help you to achieve your financial goals, look no further. James is the best in the business, and I guarantee that you will not be disappointed!
Colin Halford
12/01/2023
Formerly Trevor Newell Accountants, i was a little apprehensive when i learnt a new accountants would be doing my accounts. Dipesh is now my accountant & after a little misunderstanding on my part probably i am happy with how things work & that he is doing a good job on my behalf & explains things well.
Emma Fletcher
25/11/2022
Elsby & Co recently performed an external audit for us for a grant fund claim. The process was simple and efficient and the team were very helpful.
Ben Verinder
22/10/2021
Professional. Prompt to respond to queries. Good team and really really useful advice.
samismy
04/02/2021
Very professional, knowledgable and friendly team, everyone goes above and beyond ! I couldn’t recommend Elsby & Co highly enough !!!
Sam Etemadi
20/01/2021
The level of advise, care and professionalism is next to none. Our company, Dr S Etemadi Dental Practice Ltd, has been a client for many years and intends to stay for many more years to come. Highly recommended.
Sam Etemadi
20/01/2021
A very big Thank You to Leona, James, Natalie, Sarah, Sarah, Charlotte, Rebecca and everyone else in this firm who are always there to lend a hand when you need advice and help. One of the best!
Nic Brough
07/12/2020
Personal tax has become complex for me, and Elsby were able to review my position and do a professional job of filing the return for me, incidentally helping me save some money as well as giving me two days back. Very helpful and friendly, as well as clear and fast.