Curtis Recruitment Limited

We are recruiting for an Accounts & Audit Senior on behalf of a well-established and growing accountancy practice, comprising around 60 staff. The role would suit someone with significant audit and accounts experience, who is recently qualified. This is a friendly firm that is CSR focused, and the role will offer the opportunity to develop and progress within the firm. The firm will offer the Accounts & Audit Senior: A competitive salary, depending upon experience and qualification stage, study package if required and pension scheme 25 days holiday for qualified staff, and a loyalty scheme for additional holiday Flexible hours and hybrid working after probation period Training and technical resources Staff socials, squash and gym membership and discounts at local shops Reporting to the Head of Audit and Accounts, as Accounts & Audit Senior, your responsibilities will include: Lead audit assignments to include planning, fieldwork and completion Preparation and completion of company accounts Identifying client needs and providing solutions Carry out SAR and charities audit Corporation tax computations Carry out work within deadlines and to budget Involvement in mentoring, supervising and training more junior staff Research and analyse financial statements for audit related issues Client management to gather information and resolve issues Manage assignments and report progress to Audit Manager or Partner Please do apply for this role if you satisfy the following: ACA or ACCA qualified or finalist Previous audit and accounts experience gained within a UK accountancy practice environment Good technical knowledge and analytical skill Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Good general IT skills; MS Office, Sage, Xero and other accounting software, CCH experience would be an advantage Technically up to date with legislation Positive, motivated team player Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail Ideally a driver with own car Submit your CV for this Accounts & Audit Senior role Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa. Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

We are recruiting for an Accounts Junior to join a dynamic firm of accountants to be based at the firm s office on the outskirts of Maidenhead. This is a good all-round accounting position that will support the seniors who are under pressure because of the continued growth of the business. With a full study package, if desired, and mentoring, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop a full range of accounting skills and progress within the firm. In the future, you could be involved with statutory accounts, audit and tax work as your skills develop. As Accounts Junior, in time and with training, your responsibilities will include: Supporting the team in proving a full range of accounting services to clients Bookkeeping Management accounts preparation VAT and Tax work including P11Ds Ad hoc duties as required We welcome applications from candidates with the following skills, experience and attributes: Ideally have at least six months experience gained within a UK accountancy practice environment Ideally have started studying for an accountancy qualification, although not essential Have excellent written and verbal communication skills Be IT literate and ideally have some experience of QuickBooks, Sage and/or Xero Have a willingness to learn and develop an accountancy career within practice Due to a high volume of unsuitable applications for this role we would like to stress: We cannot accept applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship, now or in the future, ie those currently on student or graduate visas You must live locally to the firm, which is based a few miles north of Maidenhead centre This successful firm of accountants will offer the Accounts Junior a competitive salary and benefits, the opportunity to study for an accountancy qualification if desired, and a supportive working environment where a motivated person can thrive and progress. Submit your CV for this Accounts Junior role Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa. Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Here is an Audit Director RI opportunity for a talented and experienced accountancy professional looking to join a highly successful, boutique accountancy practice in Central London. The firm is seeking someone from a general practice background and the aim is that the successful candidate will have a mixed portfolio, to include signing off audit reports, but also to be involved in non-audit work such as accounts, tax and general business advisory. Ideally, you will already be an RI to sign off audit reports, and it is envisaged that you would work towards a move to Partner in the next couple of years. This is a dynamic, modern and forward-thinking firm whilst it retains its original philosophies of providing an exemplary service to the client uppermost in the daily function of the firm and will offer an excellent working environment. As Audit Director RI you will receive a very competitive salary and benefits package, the opportunity for career progression and hybrid working to help maintain a good work/life balance. This independent firm enjoys high staff retention, which is due to the firm s culture, accomplished by having an approachable senior management team and building a collaborative and supportive working environment across the firm. As Audit Director RI, your responsibilities will include: Managing a portfolio of accounts and external audit clients to deliver a service including building and maintaining strong working relationships with clients and colleagues Overseeing the delivery of audits, accounts, and corporation tax returns for a wide range of clients in a variety of sectors, including but not limited to property, retail, technology and not for profit Managing teams and ensuring planned work is completed within the agreed budget and timescales from planning through to completion Act as a principal contact for your clients through the year delivering a proactive service Liaising with clients and managing client expectations Reporting directly to the Audit Partners and attending client meetings Undertaking pre-and post-audit meetings Preparation and presentation of reports Direct, coach and mentor audit teams to assist them in the delivery of engagements Assisting team members who are studying to help them achieve the best results possible to qualify Proactive business development activities Please do apply for this role if you can satisfy the following: Be qualified ACA or ACCA with extensive post qualified experience within UK practice Hold RI status or have the desire and readiness to achieve this in the near future Strong technical knowledge of auditing and accounting standards; UK GAAP and IFRS Highly organised and able to prioritise workload and effectively delegate and apportion work to team members Leadership skills and the ability to coach and mentor less experienced team members Strong business acumen Positive can do attitude Excellent written and verbal communication skills Good IT skills, CaseWare experience would be an advantage The ability to inspire junior team members Submit your CV for this Audit Director RI role Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa. Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

On behalf of an expanding accountancy practice, we are recruiting for an Accounts Senior/Semi Senior to join the team at the firm s Banbury office. This firm has a large agricultural client base and whilst not essential, some experience within agricultural accounting would be highly beneficially. This role would suit either a qualified accountant as a Senior or an exceptional part qualified as Semi Senior, and the successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, a supportive working environment, and the opportunity to thrive and progress within a successful and expanding practice. This is a firm that focusses upon its employees through social events, and flexible, hybrid working patterns, striving to make time spent in the office rewarding and enjoyable. As Accounts Senior/Semi Senior, your responsibilities will include: Prepare client accounts and tax returns based on information supplied by client, advise on tax payable and payment dates and to meet deadlines, finalise paperwork for dispatch to client and HMRC Liaise with clients to obtain relevant information for their accounts Working with Managers to develop knowledge of clients and their businesses so as to become their point of contact on day-to-day matters Assist the Partners and Managers with tax planning for existing and potential clients Support of partners and managers with specific assignments- e.g. business planning, advisory and tax matters Seek to identify business and personal tax planning opportunities, drawing to the attention of partners/ client as appropriate Monitor own job quality and quantity in line with agreed budgets, meeting these targets and exceeding where possible Record own chargeable time and ensure maximum recovery Support trainees by providing on the job coaching Attend courses that are appropriate to job role Use appropriate support networks to clarify knowledge on complex queries such as CCH or software vendors Book-keeping, ledger maintenance, supplier maintenance and management accounts, as and when required Prepare client tax returns, advise on tax payable and payment dates and to meet deadlines Assisting clients with accounts software and other book-keeping queries as required Involvement in client seminars including attendance and set up where required Assist the Partner and Manager in taking responsibility for the proactive promotion of the Firm in conjunction with the marketing department To be considered for this Accounts Senior/Semi Senior role, applicants will have the following skills, experience, and attributes: Be ACA or ACCA qualified (an exceptional finalist or part qualified may be considered) with at least two years experience within practice Experience of accounting for agricultural and rural businesses would be an advantage Ability to prepare client accounts, tax, PAYE or VAT quickly and efficiently with a good knowledge of all taxes Be IT literate, with knowledge of cloud accounting software including Xero, CCH and Sage Have excellent communication, listening and problem-solving skills Be resilient, energetic, and analytical with an acute attention to detail Highly organised and self-motivated In addition to the above, you will live within commuting distance of Banbury and be willing to work outside normal hours as required. Submit your CV for this Accounts Senior/Semi Senior role Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa. Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.