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This is a rare opportunity to step into a Tax Manager role where you will help shape the future of a growing tax function. Working closely with senior leadership, you will play a key role in developing the firm s personal tax offering, building client relationships, and influencing how the department evolves. This is not a siloed role. You will be trusted to take ownership, contribute ideas, and help drive the business forward. Ideal for someone looking to move beyond delivery and into a position with real responsibility and long-term leadership potential. Job Title: Tax Manager Job Type: Permanent Location: Weybridge Salary: £50 000 Reference no: 16049 Benefits: Direct exposure to senior leadership Clear pathway towards a leadership position Ongoing professional development support Opportunity to shape and grow a department 25 days holiday Tax Manager - About the role You will manage a portfolio of private clients, overseeing their tax affairs while identifying opportunities to add value through advisory work. Alongside compliance, you will work directly with senior leadership on developing the tax offering, improving processes, and supporting the firm s growth. The role offers a broad scope, with involvement in both client work and internal development, making it well suited to someone looking to step into a more influential position. Key responsibilities: Manage a portfolio of personal tax clients and ensure all deadlines are met Oversee the preparation and review of personal tax returns Act as a main point of contact for clients, building strong relationships Identify and support tax planning opportunities Liaise with HMRC on behalf of clients Support the development and growth of the tax function Work closely with senior leadership on departmental initiatives Assist with mentoring and supporting junior team members Contribute to improving processes and client delivery The successful tax Manager will have: ATT or CTA qualified, or equivalent Strong experience in personal tax within practice Exposure to advisory work, or a desire to develop in this area Experience managing client relationships Organised approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities Confident communication skills Commercial awareness and interest in business growth Ability to work closely with senior stakeholders Experience in corporate tax is beneficial but not essential Full right to work in the UK Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Indirect Tax Manager / VAT Manager to join a well-established accountancy and advisory firm serving owner-managed businesses, corporates, not-for-profits, and international clients with UK operations. As an Indirect Tax Manager / VAT Manager, you will provide expert VAT advice and develop your own client portfolio within the VAT consultancy team. You will be initially office-based, after training and onboarding hybrid working options (60% in the office) will be available along with a salary range of £50,000 - £70,000 (DOE - Negotiable) and benefits. What we are looking for: Previously worked as an Indirect Tax Manager, Tax Manager, VAT Manager, Tax Senior, Tax Consultant, VAT Consultant, VAT Specialist, Tax Specialist, Tax Supervisor or in a similar role. Strong experience in VAT, covering multiple aspects of taxation. Knowledge of VAT issues relating to land and property, partial exemption, international services, charities, not-for-profit organisations, and complex transactions. Confident in both written and verbal communication. What s on offer: Competitive salary 25 days holiday Group pension scheme Life assurance Gym discounts Cinema society discounts Cycle-to-work schemes Employee assistance programme Access to private medical insurance This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Indirect Tax Manager / VAT Manager to join a growing practice and take the next step in their career. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Gloucester, UK Hybrid Working International Travel Lead the transactions that shape our future. This is an exceptional opportunity to join Optimas , a private equity-backed international business , at an exciting stage of growth. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) , you'll lead our global inorganic growth strategy, identifying, evaluating and executing strategic acquisitions that strengthen our market position, expand our capabilities and create long-term value. Working closely with the CEO, CFO, Board and Executive Leadership Team, you'll influence the future direction of our international business, leading complex cross-border transactions from opportunity through to integration and value realisation. If you're a commercially astute M&A leader who thrives on strategic challenge and delivering transformational growth, we'd love to hear from you. About Optimas International Optimas International is a multinational distributor of integrated supply chain solutions and engineering support, delivering fasteners, components, industrial and safety supplies to customers around the world. Operating across the UK, Europe and Asia, we combine global scale with local expertise to deliver innovative supply chain solutions and exceptional customer service. Backed by private equity investment, Optimas has ambitious growth plans, with mergers, acquisitions and strategic partnerships playing a central role in accelerating our expansion and creating long-term shareholder value. What you'll be doing As Director of M&A, you'll lead the Group's corporate development agenda, taking ownership of the full transaction lifecycle from strategy through to integration. You'll: Develop and execute Optimas' global M&A strategy in line with corporate growth objectives. Build and manage a robust pipeline of acquisition opportunities across international markets. Lead market mapping, competitor analysis and target identification. Own end-to-end transaction delivery, including valuation, financial modelling, due diligence, negotiation and completion. Present investment recommendations and business cases to the Executive Team and Board. Lead post-acquisition integration planning to maximise value creation and deliver strategic objectives. Monitor synergy delivery, ROI and business performance following acquisitions. Manage external advisers, including investment banks, legal counsel, tax advisers and consultants. Act as a trusted adviser to the CFO, CEO and Board on corporate development opportunities and investment decisions. Support broader strategic planning and portfolio optimisation initiatives. What we're looking for You'll be an accomplished M&A professional with the commercial acumen, financial expertise and leadership capability to influence at the highest level. You'll bring: Significant experience in M&A, Transaction Services, Corporate Finance, Deal Advisory, Investment Banking or Corporate Development. A proven track record of leading complex domestic and cross-border acquisitions. Experience delivering successful post-merger integration programmes. Advanced financial modelling, valuation and commercial analysis skills. Strong knowledge of transaction structuring and multi-jurisdictional deal execution. Excellent negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills. Credibility and confidence working with Boards, investors and senior executives. Experience within manufacturing, industrial, engineering, distribution or supply chain sectors would be advantageous. Why join Optimas International? This is more than an M&A role; it's an opportunity to shape the future of a growing private equity-backed international organisation. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll have a genuine seat at the table, working alongside the Executive Leadership Team to deliver transformational acquisitions and strategic initiatives that drive long-term growth. You'll join a collaborative, ambitious organisation where your expertise will directly influence the future direction and success of the business. We respectfully request that agencies do not submit unsolicited CVs.

This is not the sort of practice role where you inherit a tidy portfolio, follow established processes, and stay in your lane. This opportunity is built for someone who enjoys variety, thrives on responsibility, and wants to have a visible impact in a growing business. Joining a small but ambitious firm, you will work directly with Partners, take ownership of client relationships, and become involved across a broad mix of accounting, advisory, and commercial matters. The role offers far more than delivery work. You will be trusted to make decisions, improve how things are done, and help shape the future direction of the firm as it continues to expand. There is no large corporate structure and no unnecessary layers of management, just genuine autonomy, meaningful client exposure, and the chance to become an important part of the next stage of growth. It would suit someone entrepreneurial in mindset; someone who spots opportunities, takes initiative, enjoys solving problems, and wants a role that grows with them rather than one they outgrow. Job Title : Accounts & Client Manager Job Type : Perm Location : Farnham Salary : £45 000 Reference no : 16016 Accounts & Client Manager Benefits 4-day working week on full salary 5 weeks annual leave Additional time off between Christmas and New Year Free on-site parking Opportunity to progress into a senior leadership position High level of autonomy and responsibility Direct access to Partners and decision making Accounts & Client Manager About The Role This is a broad and varied role offering exposure well beyond year-end accounts production. You will take ownership of your own portfolio and become a trusted adviser to clients, supporting them across a range of accounting and business matters. Working directly with the Partners, you will have significant freedom to manage your workload, build relationships in your own style, and contribute ideas that improve both client outcomes and internal processes. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety and wants to play a meaningful role in a firm s growth journey. Key responsibilities: Manage and develop your own portfolio of clients Build long-term client relationships and become a trusted point of contact Prepare and review statutory accounts and related work Review bookkeeping and management information prepared for clients Provide practical advice and support across a range of accounting matters Work directly with Partners on complex client situations Identify opportunities to improve processes and client delivery Support the growth and development of the client portfolio Take ownership of deadlines and ensure work is delivered to a high standard Contribute ideas and initiatives as the firm continues to expand The successful Accounts & Client Manager will have: ACA or ACCA qualified Extensive Xero experience Previous UK accountancy practice experience Varied experience highly desired- Accounts, Corporate Tax, Personal Tax, Bookkeeping, Management Accounts, VAT Experience managing or supporting a client portfolio Strong technical accounting knowledge Comfortable working independently and taking ownership Commercial awareness and problem-solving ability Confidence dealing directly with clients Organised approach and ability to prioritise effectively Initiative and desire to make a visible contribution Interest in progressing within a growing firm Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)

This is the type of role that is becoming increasingly difficult to find. Joining a small, established firm based in a stunning converted barn office in the countryside, you will become a genuinely important part of the team rather than one person in a large structure. The setting offers something different from the typical practice environment, combining a relaxed atmosphere with high quality client work and the opportunity to play a visible role in the firm. Working closely with the Managing Director, you will take ownership of a broad range of client work, support junior team members, and help shape how the team continues to develop. This is a role for someone who enjoys variety, values autonomy, and wants to work somewhere where people know your name and your contribution matters. With exposure across accounts, tax, client advisory, and team support, no two days will look exactly the same. Job Title: Practice Accountant Job Type: Permanent Location: Farnborough Salary: £37 000 Reference no: 16098 Practice Accountant Benefits 25 days holiday Private medical insurance Beautiful converted barn office in a countryside setting Relaxed and supportive working environment Broad and varied role with genuine day-to-day variety Direct exposure to senior leadership High level of autonomy and responsibility Practice Accountant About The Role This is a broad, hands-on practice role with significant variety across accounts, tax and client support. You will work closely with the Managing Director to manage client delivery, oversee junior team output, and ensure a high standard of service across the portfolio. Alongside statutory accounts preparation and review, you will be involved in personal and corporate tax work, bookkeeping oversight, and general client advisory support. The role is designed for someone who enjoys taking responsibility, working independently, and being trusted with a wide range of client matters within a small, close-knit team. Key responsibilities: Prepare and review statutory accounts for a portfolio of small and owner-managed businesses Work closely with the Managing Director on day-to-day client delivery and workflow Take responsibility for managing client deadlines and ensuring work is completed accurately and on time Assist with personal and corporate tax compliance work and basic advisory matters Review bookkeeping and management information prepared by junior staff Act as a key point of contact for client queries and ongoing support Support, guide and train junior team members within the practice Help maintain and improve internal processes and client service delivery Assist with ad hoc assignments across accounts, tax and client advisory work Contribute to building strong long-term client relationships through high-quality service The successful Practice Accountant will have: ACA / ACCA qualified or qualified by experience Previous UK accountancy practice experience Strong experience preparing statutory accounts Working knowledge of personal and corporate tax Experience reviewing work and supporting junior staff Comfortable working independently in a small team environment Strong communication and client relationship skills Organised, proactive and reliable approach Full right to work in the UK Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)

This is not the sort of practice role where you inherit a tidy portfolio, follow established processes, and stay in your lane. This opportunity is built for someone who enjoys variety, thrives on responsibility, and wants to have a visible impact in a growing business. Joining a small but ambitious firm, you will work directly with Partners, take ownership of client relationships, and become involved across a broad mix of accounting, advisory, and commercial matters. The role offers far more than delivery work. You will be trusted to make decisions, improve how things are done, and help shape the future direction of the firm as it continues to expand. There is no large corporate structure and no unnecessary layers of management, just genuine autonomy, meaningful client exposure, and the chance to become an important part of the next stage of growth. It would suit someone entrepreneurial in mindset; someone who spots opportunities, takes initiative, enjoys solving problems, and wants a role that grows with them rather than one they outgrow. Job Title: Accounts & Client Manager Job Type: Perm Location: Farnham Salary: £45,000 - 65,000 Reference no: 16016 Accounts & Client Manager - Benefits 4-day working week on full salary 5 weeks annual leave Additional time off between Christmas and New Year Free on-site parking Opportunity to progress into a senior leadership position High level of autonomy and responsibility Direct access to Partners and decision making Accounts & Client Manager - About The Role This is a broad and varied role offering exposure well beyond year-end accounts production. You will take ownership of your own portfolio and become a trusted adviser to clients, supporting them across a range of accounting and business matters. Working directly with the Partners, you will have significant freedom to manage your workload, build relationships in your own style, and contribute ideas that improve both client outcomes and internal processes. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety and wants to play a meaningful role in a firm's growth journey. Key responsibilities: Manage and develop your own portfolio of clients Build long-term client relationships and become a trusted point of contact Prepare and review statutory accounts and related work Review bookkeeping and management information prepared for clients Provide practical advice and support across a range of accounting matters Work directly with Partners on complex client situations Identify opportunities to improve processes and client delivery Support the growth and development of the client portfolio Take ownership of deadlines and ensure work is delivered to a high standard Contribute ideas and initiatives as the firm continues to expand The successful Accounts & Client Manager will have: ACA or ACCA qualified Extensive Xero experience Previous UK accountancy practice experience Varied experience highly desired- Accounts, Corporate Tax, Personal Tax, Bookkeeping, Management Accounts, VAT Experience managing or supporting a client portfolio Strong technical accounting knowledge Comfortable working independently and taking ownership Commercial awareness and problem-solving ability Confidence dealing directly with clients Organised approach and ability to prioritise effectively Initiative and desire to make a visible contribution Interest in progressing within a growing firm Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)

Role - Business Development Manager Drive Growth. Build Relationships. Create Opportunity. Fresh People are delighted to be partnering with a highly respected independent accountancy and advisory practice with an established reputation across Audit, Tax, Corporate Finance, Wealth Management and Business Advisory services. Following continued growth and investment, we are seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager to work alongside the firm's senior leadership team, helping to identify new opportunities, strengthen strategic relationships and support the next phase of growth. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Business Development professional who enjoys building relationships, opening doors, creating opportunities and becoming a trusted adviser within the business community. Why Join? • Join a highly respected and growing professional services firm • Work closely with Partners, Directors and senior leadership teams • Play a key role in driving strategic growth initiatives • Build relationships across Kent, London and the South East business community • Opportunity to influence future growth plans and commercial strategy • Clear progression opportunities within a growing organisation The Role As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for developing new business opportunities whilst strengthening relationships with existing clients, professional introducers and strategic partners. Key responsibilities will include: • Identifying and developing new business opportunities across multiple service lines • Building and managing a strong pipeline of prospective clients • Developing relationships with business owners, SMEs and corporate organisations • Establishing and maintaining relationships with professional introducers including solicitors, banks, IFAs and consultants • Supporting Partners with networking, client development and relationship-building activities • Identifying cross-selling and upselling opportunities across existing client portfolios • Attending networking events, industry functions and client meetings • Supporting proposal creation, presentations and business pitches • Monitoring pipeline activity and reporting on business development performance • Working collaboratively with marketing and leadership teams to maximise growth opportunities About You We are interested in speaking with candidates who can demonstrate: • Proven success within a Business Development, Client Relationship or Commercial Growth role • Experience within professional services, accountancy, legal, financial services, consultancy or a relationship-led B2B environment • Strong networking and relationship-building capabilities • Confidence engaging with business owners, directors and senior stakeholders • A track record of generating opportunities and converting relationships into revenue • Excellent communication, presentation and influencing skills • A proactive, self-motivated and entrepreneurial approach If you enjoy developing relationships, creating opportunities and helping businesses grow, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply today with your CV for a confidential discussion.

This is a standout opportunity for an experienced Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager to join a highly regarded independent practice with a strong reputation for delivering practical, commercially focused advice. This is a genuinely broad advisory role covering private clients, business owners, trusts & estates, and complex tax structuring work, offering exceptional variety and exposure across personal and corporate taxation. You will work closely with senior leadership, taking ownership of high value advisory projects and acting as a trusted adviser to a sophisticated client base. Job Title: Private Client Tax Manager Job Type: Permanent Location: Camberley Salary: £60 000 Reference no: 16089 Private Client Tax Manager About The Role This is a highly varied, advisory-led position where you will take responsibility for a diverse portfolio spanning high net worth individuals, owner-managed businesses, trusts and estates. The role combines complex technical advisory work with oversight of compliance, giving you full exposure to the lifecycle of client matters from planning through to delivery and implementation. You will be trusted with significant autonomy, working directly with senior leadership on high level planning and contributing to some of the firm s most complex and interesting advisory projects. The breadth of work is a key feature of the role, with no two clients presenting the same challenges. Key responsibilities: Take ownership of a diverse portfolio including owner-managed businesses, high net worth individuals, trusts and estates Lead complex advisory work spanning inheritance tax planning, succession planning, wealth structuring, and estate planning Advise on corporate restructuring, including demergers, incorporations, share reorganisations, acquisitions and disposals Provide specialist advice across personal tax, corporate tax, trusts, estates and property related matters Manage and oversee complex compliance work including personal, corporate and trust tax returns Act as a key adviser on HMRC enquiries, disclosures and technical discussions Work on cross-border and residency related tax matters where required Identify and drive forward advisory opportunities across your client portfolio Work closely with senior leadership on complex planning and strategic client matters Collaborate with wider teams to deliver integrated tax and advisory solutions Support the development of junior team members through review and guidance The successful Private Client Tax Manager will have: CTA qualified or equivalent STEP would be advantageous but not essential Strong experience in private client tax Proven expertise in Trusts and Estates and inheritance tax planning Experience advising high net worth individuals and owner-managed businesses Strong technical knowledge across personal and corporate tax Experience delivering complex advisory and planning projects Confident managing HMRC interactions and technical queries Experience reviewing work and supporting junior staff development Strong communication and client relationship skills Full right to work in the UK Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)