We are working with a highly regarded law firm client seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join their finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract . This is a key leadership role with broad responsibility across financial reporting, controls, and team management. The Role Reporting into the Finance Director, you will take ownership of day-to-day financial operations while ensuring robust financial control and governance across the business. You will play a critical role in maintaining high-quality reporting standards and supporting strategic decision-making. Key responsibilities include: Overseeing the production of monthly management accounts and financial reporting Managing and developing the finance team (c. 30 people with managers across disciplines as direct reports) Ensuring strong financial controls, compliance, and governance frameworks Leading the year-end audit process and liaising with external auditors Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Driving process improvements and efficiencies within finance operations Acting as a key business partner to senior stakeholders across the firm Experience needed: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role Law firm background as SRA knowledge is essential Strong technical accounting and reporting expertise Experience managing teams Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Prior experience in Elite 3e would be advantageous If this job isn't quite right for you, but you know someone who would be great at this role, why not take advantage of our referral scheme? We offer £200 in shopping vouchers for every referred candidate who we place in a role. Terms & Conditions Apply.
Jul 07, 2026
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We are working with a highly regarded law firm client seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join their finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract . This is a key leadership role with broad responsibility across financial reporting, controls, and team management. The Role Reporting into the Finance Director, you will take ownership of day-to-day financial operations while ensuring robust financial control and governance across the business. You will play a critical role in maintaining high-quality reporting standards and supporting strategic decision-making. Key responsibilities include: Overseeing the production of monthly management accounts and financial reporting Managing and developing the finance team (c. 30 people with managers across disciplines as direct reports) Ensuring strong financial controls, compliance, and governance frameworks Leading the year-end audit process and liaising with external auditors Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Driving process improvements and efficiencies within finance operations Acting as a key business partner to senior stakeholders across the firm Experience needed: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role Law firm background as SRA knowledge is essential Strong technical accounting and reporting expertise Experience managing teams Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Prior experience in Elite 3e would be advantageous If this job isn't quite right for you, but you know someone who would be great at this role, why not take advantage of our referral scheme? We offer £200 in shopping vouchers for every referred candidate who we place in a role. Terms & Conditions Apply.
Finance Manager - Investment Operations Location - Hybrid, 1 day per week in West London office Permanent £60,000 - £70,000 Overview A private investment organisation is seeking a Finance Manager - Investment Operations to support its investment and finance activities across a diverse portfolio. This is a hands-on role focused on investment operations, accounting and finance processes. You will help maintain accurate records, manage investment transactions, coordinate with external advisers and support the ongoing development of systems, controls and reporting. The role offers exposure to a broad range of asset classes and investment structures, alongside the opportunity to take ownership, drive process improvements and develop within a collaborative, flexible working environment. Responsibilities Process invoices, support payment workflows and perform cash reconciliations. Prepare schedules and supporting information for statutory accounts and tax reporting. Liaise with fund administrators, custodians, accountants, tax advisers and investment managers. Support the implementation and improvement of finance, reporting and portfolio management systems. Help develop robust controls, procedures and operational documentation. Manage investment documentation, on-boarding and AML/KYC processes. Track and process capital calls, distributions, redemptions and other investment cashflows. Maintain accurate investment and finance records, including transaction booking and valuation updates. Profile Previous experience gained in a similar role in investment operations, fund accounting, finance operations, bookkeeping, audit or fund administration. A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or a related discipline is preferred Professional Accounting or Financial qualifications are advantageous but not essential. Exposure to investment companies, family offices, wealth management, private equity, venture capital, fund administration or professional practice. Confident working with financial records, reconciliations and investment documentation. Advanced Excel skills and the ability to work with complex datasets. Comfortable managing multiple priorities and coordinating with external stakeholders. Knowledge of UK GAAP, statutory accounts and corporation tax processes is highly beneficial. Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. Tiger Recruitment is B Corp Certified, which means that we've been verified as meeting B Lab's high standards for social and environmental impact.REF: JL189259Tiger is B Corp Certified. We are part of a global movement of businesses committed to improving social and environmental conditions around the world.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager - Investment Operations Location - Hybrid, 1 day per week in West London office Permanent £60,000 - £70,000 Overview A private investment organisation is seeking a Finance Manager - Investment Operations to support its investment and finance activities across a diverse portfolio. This is a hands-on role focused on investment operations, accounting and finance processes. You will help maintain accurate records, manage investment transactions, coordinate with external advisers and support the ongoing development of systems, controls and reporting. The role offers exposure to a broad range of asset classes and investment structures, alongside the opportunity to take ownership, drive process improvements and develop within a collaborative, flexible working environment. Responsibilities Process invoices, support payment workflows and perform cash reconciliations. Prepare schedules and supporting information for statutory accounts and tax reporting. Liaise with fund administrators, custodians, accountants, tax advisers and investment managers. Support the implementation and improvement of finance, reporting and portfolio management systems. Help develop robust controls, procedures and operational documentation. Manage investment documentation, on-boarding and AML/KYC processes. Track and process capital calls, distributions, redemptions and other investment cashflows. Maintain accurate investment and finance records, including transaction booking and valuation updates. Profile Previous experience gained in a similar role in investment operations, fund accounting, finance operations, bookkeeping, audit or fund administration. A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or a related discipline is preferred Professional Accounting or Financial qualifications are advantageous but not essential. Exposure to investment companies, family offices, wealth management, private equity, venture capital, fund administration or professional practice. Confident working with financial records, reconciliations and investment documentation. Advanced Excel skills and the ability to work with complex datasets. Comfortable managing multiple priorities and coordinating with external stakeholders. Knowledge of UK GAAP, statutory accounts and corporation tax processes is highly beneficial. Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. Tiger Recruitment is B Corp Certified, which means that we've been verified as meeting B Lab's high standards for social and environmental impact.REF: JL189259Tiger is B Corp Certified. We are part of a global movement of businesses committed to improving social and environmental conditions around the world.
Accounts Manager Stourport-on-Severn £30,000-£32,000 An exciting opportunity to join a vibrant and dynamic team in a busy energetic office. As a growing company, we are looking for a self-motivated addition to our hard-working team. You will be easy-going and calm under pressure, with broad financial experience and ideally experience of working in different environments. Payroll experience is required for this role. If you have dealt with the supporting documentation for sending goods abroad, that would also be very beneficial. JOB DESCRIPTION Duties: . Experience in SAGE 50 Accounts . Good knowledge of Excel . Experience in SAGE Payroll . Overseeing and Providing Guidance to the Accounts Administrators . Invoicing/Credits - Credit Control . Dealing with customer and supplier queries . Set up of new accounts including credit checking . Setting up Supplier Accounts on Sage . Posting Purchase Ledger Invoices/Credit Notes . Making Payments to Suppliers via online banking . Checking Supplier Statements and chasing missing invoices/credit notes. Monthly payroll processing on SAGE Payroll, including submission to HMRC by due date . Daily update of Receipts/Payments . Taking Credit Card Payments online . Bank Reconciliations . Production of Quarterly VAT returns and submission to HMRC by due dates . Control of Petty Cash account . Monthly Collation of receipts and payment posting of information onto Sage Accounts . Entering Employee Expenses on Sage . Re-imbursing Employees via online banking/Petty Cash . Controlling Cashflow . Calculating and Posting Depreciation . Calculation and Posting Accruals/Prepayments . Keeping Fixed Asset Register up to date . Dealing with Bad Debts . Sending Data to Accountants for Production of Annual Accounts . Dealing with Accountants Queries . Posting Journals received from the Accountants . Any Adhoc Reports Required by Management Benefits: . Free on-site parking
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Accounts Manager Stourport-on-Severn £30,000-£32,000 An exciting opportunity to join a vibrant and dynamic team in a busy energetic office. As a growing company, we are looking for a self-motivated addition to our hard-working team. You will be easy-going and calm under pressure, with broad financial experience and ideally experience of working in different environments. Payroll experience is required for this role. If you have dealt with the supporting documentation for sending goods abroad, that would also be very beneficial. JOB DESCRIPTION Duties: . Experience in SAGE 50 Accounts . Good knowledge of Excel . Experience in SAGE Payroll . Overseeing and Providing Guidance to the Accounts Administrators . Invoicing/Credits - Credit Control . Dealing with customer and supplier queries . Set up of new accounts including credit checking . Setting up Supplier Accounts on Sage . Posting Purchase Ledger Invoices/Credit Notes . Making Payments to Suppliers via online banking . Checking Supplier Statements and chasing missing invoices/credit notes. Monthly payroll processing on SAGE Payroll, including submission to HMRC by due date . Daily update of Receipts/Payments . Taking Credit Card Payments online . Bank Reconciliations . Production of Quarterly VAT returns and submission to HMRC by due dates . Control of Petty Cash account . Monthly Collation of receipts and payment posting of information onto Sage Accounts . Entering Employee Expenses on Sage . Re-imbursing Employees via online banking/Petty Cash . Controlling Cashflow . Calculating and Posting Depreciation . Calculation and Posting Accruals/Prepayments . Keeping Fixed Asset Register up to date . Dealing with Bad Debts . Sending Data to Accountants for Production of Annual Accounts . Dealing with Accountants Queries . Posting Journals received from the Accountants . Any Adhoc Reports Required by Management Benefits: . Free on-site parking
Finance Manager Location: Onsite Salary: Competitive + Benefits Are you a hands-on Finance Manager with a proven track record of driving change and implementing new financial systems? We are partnering with an outstanding manufacturing business that has built an excellent reputation for quality, innovation, and operational excellence. As the business continues to grow, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to join the leadership team and play a key role in enhancing financial processes, controls, and reporting capabilities. The Role Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will take ownership of the finance function while leading a significant systems improvement project. This is a highly visible role that combines day-to-day financial management with strategic change and transformation. Key responsibilities include: Leading the implementation of a new finance/ERP system from planning through to successful deployment Managing monthly management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting Driving improvements in financial controls, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiencies Partnering with operational and manufacturing teams to provide commercial insight and decision support Managing and developing the finance team Supporting year-end audit and statutory reporting requirements Delivering meaningful financial analysis to support business growth and profitability About You We are looking for a commercially minded Finance Manager who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys leading change. You will ideally possess: Qualified accountant status (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Previous experience within a manufacturing, engineering, or production environment Proven experience implementing or leading the rollout of a finance system or ERP platform Strong management accounting and financial reporting skills Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities A proactive, hands-on approach with a continuous improvement mindset Strong leadership skills and experience managing a finance team What's on Offer? Opportunity to join a highly successful and growing manufacturing business Significant involvement in a business-critical transformation project Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Competitive salary and benefits package A collaborative and supportive working environment If you are an experienced Finance Manager looking to combine operational finance leadership with the challenge of delivering a major systems implementation, we would love to hear from you.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Location: Onsite Salary: Competitive + Benefits Are you a hands-on Finance Manager with a proven track record of driving change and implementing new financial systems? We are partnering with an outstanding manufacturing business that has built an excellent reputation for quality, innovation, and operational excellence. As the business continues to grow, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to join the leadership team and play a key role in enhancing financial processes, controls, and reporting capabilities. The Role Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will take ownership of the finance function while leading a significant systems improvement project. This is a highly visible role that combines day-to-day financial management with strategic change and transformation. Key responsibilities include: Leading the implementation of a new finance/ERP system from planning through to successful deployment Managing monthly management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting Driving improvements in financial controls, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiencies Partnering with operational and manufacturing teams to provide commercial insight and decision support Managing and developing the finance team Supporting year-end audit and statutory reporting requirements Delivering meaningful financial analysis to support business growth and profitability About You We are looking for a commercially minded Finance Manager who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys leading change. You will ideally possess: Qualified accountant status (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Previous experience within a manufacturing, engineering, or production environment Proven experience implementing or leading the rollout of a finance system or ERP platform Strong management accounting and financial reporting skills Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities A proactive, hands-on approach with a continuous improvement mindset Strong leadership skills and experience managing a finance team What's on Offer? Opportunity to join a highly successful and growing manufacturing business Significant involvement in a business-critical transformation project Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Competitive salary and benefits package A collaborative and supportive working environment If you are an experienced Finance Manager looking to combine operational finance leadership with the challenge of delivering a major systems implementation, we would love to hear from you.
A prestigious international bank is seeking a conscientious and experienced accountant to join its Finance dept. Your responsibilities will cover: Regulatory reporting (Bank of England, PRA) Management and financial reporting VAT returns Handling investigations into any discrepancies in reporting Budgeting Your experience must include: A Qualified Accountant Strong proven Regulatory (Bank of England, PRA) reporting, management and financial reporting experience gained within international banking is ESSENTIAL Excellent communication skills both written and oral Strong IT skills
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
A prestigious international bank is seeking a conscientious and experienced accountant to join its Finance dept. Your responsibilities will cover: Regulatory reporting (Bank of England, PRA) Management and financial reporting VAT returns Handling investigations into any discrepancies in reporting Budgeting Your experience must include: A Qualified Accountant Strong proven Regulatory (Bank of England, PRA) reporting, management and financial reporting experience gained within international banking is ESSENTIAL Excellent communication skills both written and oral Strong IT skills
Management Accountant 39k- 42k Permanent, Full Time Bradford Hybrid Management Accountant required to join a growing not for profit organisation on a full time permanent basis. The Management Accountant will report into the Finance Manager and support and advise services in financial controls, budget monitoring, forecasting and year end to provide a professional finance and management information service to all departments. Key responsibilities of the Management Accountant: Work with Budget Managers to assist with costing and help identify and confirm areas of potential pressures and saving. Listen to service customers and provide timely information and advice, offering solutions as required. Anticipate and identify financial issues affecting the business, help managers to ensure net expenditure is within budget, escalate any business issues not resolved by Service Managers Contribute to regular monthly meetings with business area to challenge and scrutinise (offer critical evaluation of) monitoring figures. Undertake service analysis to support the year-end position and the Accounts. Contribute to financial modelling of new services or changes to existing services, work with business area and/or third parties to enhance financial and business performance. Provide support to Budget Managers during budget preparation, monthly monitoring, year-end and closure of accounts, help them to understand the financial information required and processes to be followed. Ensure that all cashbook, budgeting and year end accounting procedures are complied with including the operation of financial policies and controls, Financial Regulations and Standing Orders. Prepare, analyse and interpret financial and other service performance information to influence and enable managers to make the correct operational decisions. Required skills and experience of the Accounts Assistant: Ideally AAT qualified or working towards an accountancy qualification or equivalent Experience of working within a busy accounting environment High level of IT skills including financial systems and MS Office applications Excellent communication skills both verbal and written High level of organisational skills High level of analytical skills If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience for the Management Accountant role, please apply now, or contact Lindsay Richey (phone number removed) at Sellick Partnership. We will be reviewing CVs on a daily basis and shortlisted candidates will be contacted in due course. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Management Accountant 39k- 42k Permanent, Full Time Bradford Hybrid Management Accountant required to join a growing not for profit organisation on a full time permanent basis. The Management Accountant will report into the Finance Manager and support and advise services in financial controls, budget monitoring, forecasting and year end to provide a professional finance and management information service to all departments. Key responsibilities of the Management Accountant: Work with Budget Managers to assist with costing and help identify and confirm areas of potential pressures and saving. Listen to service customers and provide timely information and advice, offering solutions as required. Anticipate and identify financial issues affecting the business, help managers to ensure net expenditure is within budget, escalate any business issues not resolved by Service Managers Contribute to regular monthly meetings with business area to challenge and scrutinise (offer critical evaluation of) monitoring figures. Undertake service analysis to support the year-end position and the Accounts. Contribute to financial modelling of new services or changes to existing services, work with business area and/or third parties to enhance financial and business performance. Provide support to Budget Managers during budget preparation, monthly monitoring, year-end and closure of accounts, help them to understand the financial information required and processes to be followed. Ensure that all cashbook, budgeting and year end accounting procedures are complied with including the operation of financial policies and controls, Financial Regulations and Standing Orders. Prepare, analyse and interpret financial and other service performance information to influence and enable managers to make the correct operational decisions. Required skills and experience of the Accounts Assistant: Ideally AAT qualified or working towards an accountancy qualification or equivalent Experience of working within a busy accounting environment High level of IT skills including financial systems and MS Office applications Excellent communication skills both verbal and written High level of organisational skills High level of analytical skills If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience for the Management Accountant role, please apply now, or contact Lindsay Richey (phone number removed) at Sellick Partnership. We will be reviewing CVs on a daily basis and shortlisted candidates will be contacted in due course. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Your new company Our client is a specialist investment business operating across infrastructure and real assets, managing a diverse portfolio of investment structures within a collaborative and fast-paced environment. The organisation offers broad exposure to financial reporting, transactions, governance and stakeholder management, providing an excellent opportunity for ambitious finance professionals seeking a hands-on role within the investment sector. Your new role Sitting within a high-performing finance team, you will take ownership of a portfolio of investment entities, working closely with internal stakeholders, external advisers and investment professionals Manage a portfolio of UK and international investment entities, acting as the primary finance contact Prepare and review management accounts, statutory financial statements, budgets and forecasts under IFRS and UK GAAP Oversee external service providers and ensure the accuracy and completeness of all financial reporting Manage year-end audits, tax compliance and statutory filing requirements Monitor investment and financing cash flows, supporting cash flow forecasting and liquidity management Perform financial covenant testing and ensure compliance with loan agreements and financing arrangements What you'll need to succeed Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), although exceptional part-qualified candidates will also be considered Previous experience within private equity, infrastructure, real estate, investment management, fund administration or a similar financial services environment Strong understanding of IFRS and UK GAAP, including the preparation and review of financial statements and consolidated reporting Experience working with complex multi-entity structures, including HoldCos, PropCos, SPVs or investment vehicles Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial controls What you'll get in return Competitive salary and benefits package The opportunity to join a growing international investment platform with exposure to high-profile infrastructure and real estate investments Broad exposure across financial reporting, transactions, treasury, tax, governance and investment structures A collaborative, high-performing environment where your contribution will be visible and valued Direct interaction with senior stakeholders, board members and investment professionals What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Your new company Our client is a specialist investment business operating across infrastructure and real assets, managing a diverse portfolio of investment structures within a collaborative and fast-paced environment. The organisation offers broad exposure to financial reporting, transactions, governance and stakeholder management, providing an excellent opportunity for ambitious finance professionals seeking a hands-on role within the investment sector. Your new role Sitting within a high-performing finance team, you will take ownership of a portfolio of investment entities, working closely with internal stakeholders, external advisers and investment professionals Manage a portfolio of UK and international investment entities, acting as the primary finance contact Prepare and review management accounts, statutory financial statements, budgets and forecasts under IFRS and UK GAAP Oversee external service providers and ensure the accuracy and completeness of all financial reporting Manage year-end audits, tax compliance and statutory filing requirements Monitor investment and financing cash flows, supporting cash flow forecasting and liquidity management Perform financial covenant testing and ensure compliance with loan agreements and financing arrangements What you'll need to succeed Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), although exceptional part-qualified candidates will also be considered Previous experience within private equity, infrastructure, real estate, investment management, fund administration or a similar financial services environment Strong understanding of IFRS and UK GAAP, including the preparation and review of financial statements and consolidated reporting Experience working with complex multi-entity structures, including HoldCos, PropCos, SPVs or investment vehicles Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial controls What you'll get in return Competitive salary and benefits package The opportunity to join a growing international investment platform with exposure to high-profile infrastructure and real estate investments Broad exposure across financial reporting, transactions, treasury, tax, governance and investment structures A collaborative, high-performing environment where your contribution will be visible and valued Direct interaction with senior stakeholders, board members and investment professionals What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Your new company Hays Senior Finance are working with a manufacturing SME in East Nottinghamshire to recruit a Finance Manager. Your new role Reporting to the Directors, you will head up a small team in finance and take ownership of the day-to-day finance function as well as supporting the ongoing development of financial processes, reporting and controls.Reporting to senior leadership, you will lead monthly management accounts preparation, oversee cashflow forecasting, and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. You will manage work in progress (WIP) and project reporting, monitor working capital, and supervise purchase and sales ledgers, credit control, and payroll preparation. The role also includes responsibility for year-end readiness, liaising with external accountants, and driving continuous improvements in systems, reporting and automation. You will ensure strong processes, accountability, and resilience across the function. What you'll need to succeed You will have strong varied accounting experience within an SME, good Excel skills, and a hands-on, problem-solving mindset. Experience with project or operational environments is beneficial. You will have experience of staff supervision or be able to evidence your potential to manage. You will be living within a close commute of the area as the role will be office-based for the first few months, after which time, some hybrid working will be possible. What you'll get in return This role offers genuine scope for progression into a more senior finance leadership position as the business continues to grow.Free parking What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Your new company Hays Senior Finance are working with a manufacturing SME in East Nottinghamshire to recruit a Finance Manager. Your new role Reporting to the Directors, you will head up a small team in finance and take ownership of the day-to-day finance function as well as supporting the ongoing development of financial processes, reporting and controls.Reporting to senior leadership, you will lead monthly management accounts preparation, oversee cashflow forecasting, and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. You will manage work in progress (WIP) and project reporting, monitor working capital, and supervise purchase and sales ledgers, credit control, and payroll preparation. The role also includes responsibility for year-end readiness, liaising with external accountants, and driving continuous improvements in systems, reporting and automation. You will ensure strong processes, accountability, and resilience across the function. What you'll need to succeed You will have strong varied accounting experience within an SME, good Excel skills, and a hands-on, problem-solving mindset. Experience with project or operational environments is beneficial. You will have experience of staff supervision or be able to evidence your potential to manage. You will be living within a close commute of the area as the role will be office-based for the first few months, after which time, some hybrid working will be possible. What you'll get in return This role offers genuine scope for progression into a more senior finance leadership position as the business continues to grow.Free parking What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Our client is a well established, fast growing, civil engineering contractor based near Manchester. To support their continued development and deliver further growth they are now looking to recruit a Finance Director to deliver effective financial control, on time and accurate reporting and detailed management information to support the strategic direction of the business. The role will be hands on, providing strategic support as part of the board, accurate and effective financial control across the business with key responsibilities including but not being limited to: Ensuring smooth running of finances for the business Production of monthly management accounts and MI as required Development of finance systems and processes Management and development of a small finance team Support the owners to achieve their goals and objectives by accurate financial insight and analysis Support the board in preparing and achieving overall company growth strategy (including forecast company cash flows, budgets and forecasting) The successful candidate will need to be: A fully qualified Accountant - ACA, ACCA or CIMA Experience within a "contractor" business sector such as civil engineering. Be able to demonstrate a broad range of skills across all areas of finance along with strong commercial acumen. A proven board level operator. A proven leader who can manage and develop a finance team ensuring continuous professional development, driving improvements and standards. Experience working in a fast growth business supporting commercial decision making Any experience in a fast paced, rapidly expanding business, setting up processes and systems is highly advantageous. This role is ideally based full time, on site near Manchester. Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. 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 seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Our client is a well established, fast growing, civil engineering contractor based near Manchester. To support their continued development and deliver further growth they are now looking to recruit a Finance Director to deliver effective financial control, on time and accurate reporting and detailed management information to support the strategic direction of the business. The role will be hands on, providing strategic support as part of the board, accurate and effective financial control across the business with key responsibilities including but not being limited to: Ensuring smooth running of finances for the business Production of monthly management accounts and MI as required Development of finance systems and processes Management and development of a small finance team Support the owners to achieve their goals and objectives by accurate financial insight and analysis Support the board in preparing and achieving overall company growth strategy (including forecast company cash flows, budgets and forecasting) The successful candidate will need to be: A fully qualified Accountant - ACA, ACCA or CIMA Experience within a "contractor" business sector such as civil engineering. Be able to demonstrate a broad range of skills across all areas of finance along with strong commercial acumen. A proven board level operator. A proven leader who can manage and develop a finance team ensuring continuous professional development, driving improvements and standards. Experience working in a fast growth business supporting commercial decision making Any experience in a fast paced, rapidly expanding business, setting up processes and systems is highly advantageous. This role is ideally based full time, on site near Manchester. Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. 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 seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
Finance and Operations Administrator Central London - Hybrid (1 day from home) £40,000 - £45,000, plus benefits We have been retained by a prestigious boutique Wealth Planning firm, who seek an organised and numerate Operations Administrator with Bookkeeping experience, to support the investment administration and finance processes. This is a blended hybrid role, sitting between bookkeeping and investment administration duties, hence we are seeking a Bookkeeper, keen to learn and develop their investment administration skills. The Finance and Operations Administrator will report to the Operation Director, supporting the day-to-day administration of client investment accounts, trade processing, cash handling, and bookkeeping tasks. The role requires strong attention to detail, good numeracy, and the ability to work accurately under deadlines while maintaining high standards of client service and record keeping. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Investment Operations Process and monitor investment transactions, subscriptions, redemptions, switches, income payments, and transfers. Maintain accurate client and account records in internal systems. Perform daily and periodic cash, stock, and fee reconciliations. Assist with trade settlement, contract notes, corporate actions, and dividend processing. Support new client onboarding, account opening, and statutory documentation checks. Handle queries from advisers, custodians, platforms, and internal teams in a timely manner. Prepare and check client valuations, fee calculations, and portfolio reports. Finance Assist with firm wide bank reconciliations, cashbook entries, invoice coding, and payment processing. Support firm wide bookkeeping tasks, including posting journals, allocating receipts and payments, ongoing monthly preparation of VAT 'partial exemption' calculations for and maintaining ledgers. Help prepare information for management reporting, audits, and compliance reviews. Identify and escalate exceptions, discrepancies, and control issues. Maintain filing, workflow logs, and accurate audit trails. Main point of contact for annual audit. Essential Skills and Experience Bookkeeping experience preferably with Sage 50 Accounts, including bank reconciliations, invoice processing, and ledger maintenance. Experience in investment operations, fund administration, wealth management, or a similar financial services environment. Strong numeracy and excellent attention to detail. Good Excel skills and confidence working with databases or back-office systems. Clear written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. Ability to follow procedures and maintain confidentiality. Desirable skills Knowledge of investment platforms, custodians, or nominee accounts. Understanding of settlement cycles, corporate actions, and fee billing. Familiarity with accounting software : Sage 50 Accounts. A bookkeeping qualification or progress toward one. Experience supporting audits, client reporting, or regulatory controls. Personal attributes Reliable and proactive. Methodical and process driven. Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. Professional, client-focused, and adaptable. Willing to learn and improve processes. Qualifications GCSEs including Maths and English, or equivalent. AAT, bookkeeping qualification, or relevant financial services qualification is desirable. Working relationships Internal: Investment operations, finance, compliance, administration/client service, paraplanners and advisers. External: Custodians, platforms, banks, accountants, auditors, and clients or advisers where appropriate. Success measures Accurate and timely processing of transactions and reconciliations. Low error rate and strong audit trail quality. Responsive handling of operational and bookkeeping queries. Good contribution to controls, reporting, and client service.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Finance and Operations Administrator Central London - Hybrid (1 day from home) £40,000 - £45,000, plus benefits We have been retained by a prestigious boutique Wealth Planning firm, who seek an organised and numerate Operations Administrator with Bookkeeping experience, to support the investment administration and finance processes. This is a blended hybrid role, sitting between bookkeeping and investment administration duties, hence we are seeking a Bookkeeper, keen to learn and develop their investment administration skills. The Finance and Operations Administrator will report to the Operation Director, supporting the day-to-day administration of client investment accounts, trade processing, cash handling, and bookkeeping tasks. The role requires strong attention to detail, good numeracy, and the ability to work accurately under deadlines while maintaining high standards of client service and record keeping. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Investment Operations Process and monitor investment transactions, subscriptions, redemptions, switches, income payments, and transfers. Maintain accurate client and account records in internal systems. Perform daily and periodic cash, stock, and fee reconciliations. Assist with trade settlement, contract notes, corporate actions, and dividend processing. Support new client onboarding, account opening, and statutory documentation checks. Handle queries from advisers, custodians, platforms, and internal teams in a timely manner. Prepare and check client valuations, fee calculations, and portfolio reports. Finance Assist with firm wide bank reconciliations, cashbook entries, invoice coding, and payment processing. Support firm wide bookkeeping tasks, including posting journals, allocating receipts and payments, ongoing monthly preparation of VAT 'partial exemption' calculations for and maintaining ledgers. Help prepare information for management reporting, audits, and compliance reviews. Identify and escalate exceptions, discrepancies, and control issues. Maintain filing, workflow logs, and accurate audit trails. Main point of contact for annual audit. Essential Skills and Experience Bookkeeping experience preferably with Sage 50 Accounts, including bank reconciliations, invoice processing, and ledger maintenance. Experience in investment operations, fund administration, wealth management, or a similar financial services environment. Strong numeracy and excellent attention to detail. Good Excel skills and confidence working with databases or back-office systems. Clear written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. Ability to follow procedures and maintain confidentiality. Desirable skills Knowledge of investment platforms, custodians, or nominee accounts. Understanding of settlement cycles, corporate actions, and fee billing. Familiarity with accounting software : Sage 50 Accounts. A bookkeeping qualification or progress toward one. Experience supporting audits, client reporting, or regulatory controls. Personal attributes Reliable and proactive. Methodical and process driven. Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. Professional, client-focused, and adaptable. Willing to learn and improve processes. Qualifications GCSEs including Maths and English, or equivalent. AAT, bookkeeping qualification, or relevant financial services qualification is desirable. Working relationships Internal: Investment operations, finance, compliance, administration/client service, paraplanners and advisers. External: Custodians, platforms, banks, accountants, auditors, and clients or advisers where appropriate. Success measures Accurate and timely processing of transactions and reconciliations. Low error rate and strong audit trail quality. Responsive handling of operational and bookkeeping queries. Good contribution to controls, reporting, and client service.
Head of Finance & Business Support Saint-Gobain PAM UK At Saint-Gobain PAM, we're looking for a Head of Finance & Business Support to join our Senior Leadership Team and play a key role in driving the financial and operational success of our business. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead our Finance & Business Support team, combining strategic financial leadership with hands-on involvement across reporting, forecasting, business systems and process improvement. You'll work closely with the Managing Director and leadership team, providing the insight and challenge needed to support commercial decision making while developing a high-performing team. Saint-Gobain PAM is part of Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland, a global leader in light and sustainable construction. We are a leading supplier of ductile iron pipe systems and water infrastructure solutions, helping to deliver essential infrastructure projects across the UK. With an 80m turnover and a business built on innovation, quality and sustainability, this is an exciting time to join our leadership team. This role can be worked on a hybrid basis, with time split between our office in Nottingham & home. What we're looking for A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience in a senior commercial finance leadership role. An experienced people leader with a proven ability to develop, coach and inspire high-performing Finance and Business Support teams. Strong commercial acumen with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders and provide strategic financial insight that supports business performance. Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, management reporting and financial analysis, with a hands-on approach to improving business processes and systems. Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships across finance, sales, operations and senior leadership. What you'll be doing Leading the Finance & Business Support functions, ensuring accurate management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and insightful financial analysis for the business. Partnering with the Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team to provide commercial guidance, challenge performance and support strategic decision making. Managing key business support activities including customer and pricing master data, sales rebate administration, demand forecasting and the continuous improvement of business systems including SAP and Salesforce. Driving robust financial controls, governance and compliance while identifying opportunities to improve processes, reporting and operational efficiency. Developing and leading a collaborative, engaged team that delivers excellent service to the wider business while supporting continuous learning and development. About us Are Saint-Gobain PAM and Saint-Gobain inclusive employers? Saint-Gobain is a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, following our purpose of "Making the World a Better Home." We play a part in improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world. We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us. And what about flexibility? At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We'll happily discuss any flexibility you may need for this role. Whilst we can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting, we do promise to listen. If your experience matches what we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you. We'll be in touch to discuss your experience and tell you more about the role and Saint-Gobain PAM.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Head of Finance & Business Support Saint-Gobain PAM UK At Saint-Gobain PAM, we're looking for a Head of Finance & Business Support to join our Senior Leadership Team and play a key role in driving the financial and operational success of our business. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead our Finance & Business Support team, combining strategic financial leadership with hands-on involvement across reporting, forecasting, business systems and process improvement. You'll work closely with the Managing Director and leadership team, providing the insight and challenge needed to support commercial decision making while developing a high-performing team. Saint-Gobain PAM is part of Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland, a global leader in light and sustainable construction. We are a leading supplier of ductile iron pipe systems and water infrastructure solutions, helping to deliver essential infrastructure projects across the UK. With an 80m turnover and a business built on innovation, quality and sustainability, this is an exciting time to join our leadership team. This role can be worked on a hybrid basis, with time split between our office in Nottingham & home. What we're looking for A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience in a senior commercial finance leadership role. An experienced people leader with a proven ability to develop, coach and inspire high-performing Finance and Business Support teams. Strong commercial acumen with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders and provide strategic financial insight that supports business performance. Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, management reporting and financial analysis, with a hands-on approach to improving business processes and systems. Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships across finance, sales, operations and senior leadership. What you'll be doing Leading the Finance & Business Support functions, ensuring accurate management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and insightful financial analysis for the business. Partnering with the Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team to provide commercial guidance, challenge performance and support strategic decision making. Managing key business support activities including customer and pricing master data, sales rebate administration, demand forecasting and the continuous improvement of business systems including SAP and Salesforce. Driving robust financial controls, governance and compliance while identifying opportunities to improve processes, reporting and operational efficiency. Developing and leading a collaborative, engaged team that delivers excellent service to the wider business while supporting continuous learning and development. About us Are Saint-Gobain PAM and Saint-Gobain inclusive employers? Saint-Gobain is a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, following our purpose of "Making the World a Better Home." We play a part in improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world. We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us. And what about flexibility? At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We'll happily discuss any flexibility you may need for this role. Whilst we can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting, we do promise to listen. If your experience matches what we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you. We'll be in touch to discuss your experience and tell you more about the role and Saint-Gobain PAM.
Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are exclusively partnering with a leading & successful FMCG group based in Ledbury, Herefordshire to recruit a dynamic & driven Junior Management Accountant. This is an exciting opportunity joining the accounting team reporting directly to the Senior Finance Manager. The role will involve management accounting support, assisting with month-end/year-end processes, financial analysis, supporting business partnering, along with ad-hoc projects/duties as you progress within the role. This is best suited to an ambitious Assistant Accountant who really wants to progress within a fast-paced environment. The position can offer support to study a finance qualification - CIMA/ACCA/ACA/AAT. Your new role Your key duties will involve preparation of management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, calculating recharges, along with stock processes, payroll reconciliations, and VAT returns. You will assist with the fixed asset register maintenance, support financial analysis, monthly reporting processes, month-end/year-end processes, invoicing, along with reconciling intercompany balances. You will assist the Senior Finance Manager with annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, business partnering to include building relationships with operational management, process improvement projects, along with variance analysis. Your duties will grow/develop as you progress within the role. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this progressive Junior Management Accountant role, you will need some experience in a similar position, a team player with an enthusiastic & energetic working approach. You will be detailed-focussed, a self-starter who can use their own initiative, keen to learn/develop, along with having knowledge of financial systems with good MS Excel skills. You will be studying CIMA/ACCA/ACA/AAT or qualified by experience, commercially aware, with a positive mind-set. You will have key communication skills to partner internally & externally at all levels, be comfortable managing workloads to meet deadlines within a fast-paced environment. You will embrace change and support process improvement. Experience within the FMCG sector would be advantageous but not essential. What you'll get in return This permanent Junior Management Accountant role offers a salary between £32,000 - £35,000 per annum, dependable on experience, and is based in Ledbury, Herefordshire. Benefits include a study package for finance qualifications, remote/office hybrid working (4 days on-site, 1 day remote), progression/development opportunities, free parking on-site, rising holiday allowance with length of service, private health care & more. A great opportunity to join a well-established FMCG group with progression opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are exclusively partnering with a leading & successful FMCG group based in Ledbury, Herefordshire to recruit a dynamic & driven Junior Management Accountant. This is an exciting opportunity joining the accounting team reporting directly to the Senior Finance Manager. The role will involve management accounting support, assisting with month-end/year-end processes, financial analysis, supporting business partnering, along with ad-hoc projects/duties as you progress within the role. This is best suited to an ambitious Assistant Accountant who really wants to progress within a fast-paced environment. The position can offer support to study a finance qualification - CIMA/ACCA/ACA/AAT. Your new role Your key duties will involve preparation of management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, calculating recharges, along with stock processes, payroll reconciliations, and VAT returns. You will assist with the fixed asset register maintenance, support financial analysis, monthly reporting processes, month-end/year-end processes, invoicing, along with reconciling intercompany balances. You will assist the Senior Finance Manager with annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, business partnering to include building relationships with operational management, process improvement projects, along with variance analysis. Your duties will grow/develop as you progress within the role. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this progressive Junior Management Accountant role, you will need some experience in a similar position, a team player with an enthusiastic & energetic working approach. You will be detailed-focussed, a self-starter who can use their own initiative, keen to learn/develop, along with having knowledge of financial systems with good MS Excel skills. You will be studying CIMA/ACCA/ACA/AAT or qualified by experience, commercially aware, with a positive mind-set. You will have key communication skills to partner internally & externally at all levels, be comfortable managing workloads to meet deadlines within a fast-paced environment. You will embrace change and support process improvement. Experience within the FMCG sector would be advantageous but not essential. What you'll get in return This permanent Junior Management Accountant role offers a salary between £32,000 - £35,000 per annum, dependable on experience, and is based in Ledbury, Herefordshire. Benefits include a study package for finance qualifications, remote/office hybrid working (4 days on-site, 1 day remote), progression/development opportunities, free parking on-site, rising holiday allowance with length of service, private health care & more. A great opportunity to join a well-established FMCG group with progression opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Capital Accountant Salary: 48,226 - 55,592 per annum Location: 1 Angel Square, Manchester/hybrid working (2 days on-site per week) Contract: Permanent, 37 hours FTE Closing date: 23:59pm, Monday 20 July 2026 Overview of the Capital Accountant role Sellick Partnership is currently partnered with Co-op Academies Trust to recruit a Capital Accountant. This is a specialist opportunity to lead on capital accounting, fixed asset management, CAPEX reporting and capital planning across a growing Multi Academy Trust. Working closely with the Chief Operating Officer, Estates Team, Central Finance and Business Partnering Team, the successful candidate will support strong stewardship of public funds and informed decision-making across the Trust's capital and estates activity. Key responsibilities of the Capital Accountant will include Lead on fixed asset and capital accounting matters across the Trust Maintain and develop the Trust-wide fixed asset register Ensure assets are correctly capitalised, depreciated, impaired, transferred or disposed of Produce fixed asset disclosures and supporting schedules for statutory accounts and audit Develop and enhance capital reporting, including month-end CAPEX reporting Take responsibility for the annual capital budget and rolling CAPEX forecast Track capital project performance against budgets, forecasts and funding conditions Support School Condition Allocation funding monitoring and reporting Lead asset verification and support the implementation of a new asset verification system Required experience/qualifications of the Capital Accountant position will include Appropriate professional finance qualification, such as ACCA, CIMA or equivalent Significant experience in capital, CAPEX accounting and reporting Experience working in a complex, multi-site organisation Strong understanding of fixed assets, financial controls, governance and reporting Ability to develop and improve financial processes and reporting Experience working with finance and non-finance stakeholders, including senior leaders Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines Experience within a Multi Academy Trust, education or wider public sector environment would be beneficial Commitment to co-operative values, British Values and the Ways of Being Co-op Benefits available alongside the Capital Accountant position include (but aren't limited to): Competitive annual leave entitlement Defined benefit pension schemes, including the Local Government Pension Scheme Co-op colleague membership, including 30% off selected Co-op branded products and 10% off branded products in Co-op Group food stores Employee Assistance Programme for colleagues and members of their household Wellbeing support, including mental health resources, Health Assured support, Wisdom Health and Wellbeing App and Mental Health First Aiders Occupational sick pay and family-friendly policies Free annual flu vaccination and free eye care tests Cycle to Work scheme and Nuffield Health gym membership discounts Professional development, induction, coaching and career progression opportunities This is a fantastic opportunity to join Co-op Academies Trust, a values-led organisation sponsored by the Co-op Group. The Trust supports schools and communities across the North of England and is committed to creating exceptional pupil experiences, strong financial stewardship and fairer communities. How to apply for the Capital Accountant position If you believe you have the required experience and qualifications outlined above for the Capital Accountant opportunity, please apply within. Alternatively, if you would like a confidential chat about the role or organisation, please contact Hayley Cox at Sellick Partnership to find out more. Closing date: 23:59pm, Monday 20 July 2026 Synonyms: Capital Accountant, Fixed Asset Accountant, CAPEX Accountant, Project Accountant, Financial Accountant, Finance Business Partner Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Capital Accountant Salary: 48,226 - 55,592 per annum Location: 1 Angel Square, Manchester/hybrid working (2 days on-site per week) Contract: Permanent, 37 hours FTE Closing date: 23:59pm, Monday 20 July 2026 Overview of the Capital Accountant role Sellick Partnership is currently partnered with Co-op Academies Trust to recruit a Capital Accountant. This is a specialist opportunity to lead on capital accounting, fixed asset management, CAPEX reporting and capital planning across a growing Multi Academy Trust. Working closely with the Chief Operating Officer, Estates Team, Central Finance and Business Partnering Team, the successful candidate will support strong stewardship of public funds and informed decision-making across the Trust's capital and estates activity. Key responsibilities of the Capital Accountant will include Lead on fixed asset and capital accounting matters across the Trust Maintain and develop the Trust-wide fixed asset register Ensure assets are correctly capitalised, depreciated, impaired, transferred or disposed of Produce fixed asset disclosures and supporting schedules for statutory accounts and audit Develop and enhance capital reporting, including month-end CAPEX reporting Take responsibility for the annual capital budget and rolling CAPEX forecast Track capital project performance against budgets, forecasts and funding conditions Support School Condition Allocation funding monitoring and reporting Lead asset verification and support the implementation of a new asset verification system Required experience/qualifications of the Capital Accountant position will include Appropriate professional finance qualification, such as ACCA, CIMA or equivalent Significant experience in capital, CAPEX accounting and reporting Experience working in a complex, multi-site organisation Strong understanding of fixed assets, financial controls, governance and reporting Ability to develop and improve financial processes and reporting Experience working with finance and non-finance stakeholders, including senior leaders Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines Experience within a Multi Academy Trust, education or wider public sector environment would be beneficial Commitment to co-operative values, British Values and the Ways of Being Co-op Benefits available alongside the Capital Accountant position include (but aren't limited to): Competitive annual leave entitlement Defined benefit pension schemes, including the Local Government Pension Scheme Co-op colleague membership, including 30% off selected Co-op branded products and 10% off branded products in Co-op Group food stores Employee Assistance Programme for colleagues and members of their household Wellbeing support, including mental health resources, Health Assured support, Wisdom Health and Wellbeing App and Mental Health First Aiders Occupational sick pay and family-friendly policies Free annual flu vaccination and free eye care tests Cycle to Work scheme and Nuffield Health gym membership discounts Professional development, induction, coaching and career progression opportunities This is a fantastic opportunity to join Co-op Academies Trust, a values-led organisation sponsored by the Co-op Group. The Trust supports schools and communities across the North of England and is committed to creating exceptional pupil experiences, strong financial stewardship and fairer communities. How to apply for the Capital Accountant position If you believe you have the required experience and qualifications outlined above for the Capital Accountant opportunity, please apply within. Alternatively, if you would like a confidential chat about the role or organisation, please contact Hayley Cox at Sellick Partnership to find out more. Closing date: 23:59pm, Monday 20 July 2026 Synonyms: Capital Accountant, Fixed Asset Accountant, CAPEX Accountant, Project Accountant, Financial Accountant, Finance Business Partner Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Qualified Management Accountant role working for one of the major businesses that this company owns with genuine progression opportunities and excellent wider benefits package. Client Details A highly acquisitive, extremely successful, West Yorkshire business at the forefront of multiple markets. Description - Management Accounts production: - Journals - Analysis and insight into company performance - Keeping to strict deadlines - Working on simplifying and streamlining company procedures - Working on internal controls - Balance sheet recs - Compliance with accounting standards and regulations - Working closely with internal and external auditors when necessary Profile - Qualified Accountant - Ideally Management Accounting experience previously - Ability to articulate clearly to internal and external stakeholders - Able to work collaboratively with a wider team - Willingness to work alone at times - Willingness to show ambition to pick up new skills when required or when personally desired - A willingness to find solutions to problems - Self starter Job Offer - Salary: £45,000 - £53,000 - Hybrid working (2 days in the office) - Matched pension up to 10% - Health-care - Company wide discounts - Genuine progression opportunities - Enhanced maternity and paternity leave We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Qualified Management Accountant role working for one of the major businesses that this company owns with genuine progression opportunities and excellent wider benefits package. Client Details A highly acquisitive, extremely successful, West Yorkshire business at the forefront of multiple markets. Description - Management Accounts production: - Journals - Analysis and insight into company performance - Keeping to strict deadlines - Working on simplifying and streamlining company procedures - Working on internal controls - Balance sheet recs - Compliance with accounting standards and regulations - Working closely with internal and external auditors when necessary Profile - Qualified Accountant - Ideally Management Accounting experience previously - Ability to articulate clearly to internal and external stakeholders - Able to work collaboratively with a wider team - Willingness to work alone at times - Willingness to show ambition to pick up new skills when required or when personally desired - A willingness to find solutions to problems - Self starter Job Offer - Salary: £45,000 - £53,000 - Hybrid working (2 days in the office) - Matched pension up to 10% - Health-care - Company wide discounts - Genuine progression opportunities - Enhanced maternity and paternity leave We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.
Our client is a well established Lloyd's syndicate and this role will be to help with a legacy project which is expected to last 9-12 months. You will be responsible for accurate preparation, timely delivery and presentation of the Syndicate's related financial results to the Syndicate Finance Manager and ensuring the integrity of Syndicate general ledger, including delivery of all Balance Sheet reconciliations and controls. Supporting the timely submission of all Regulatory Reporting to Lloyd's and the annual Statutory Financial Statements. Also supporting implementation of changes to core business finance processes and the harmonisation of data between the Financial Ledger and Data Warehouse. Ideally you will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified however this is not essential. You will have experience of working in the Lloyd's insurance market, a strong grasp of UK Insurance GAAP, an understanding of syndicate accounting and people management skills. Our client is committed to diversity in all of its forms and operates an inclusive recruitment process
Jul 07, 2026
Contractor
Our client is a well established Lloyd's syndicate and this role will be to help with a legacy project which is expected to last 9-12 months. You will be responsible for accurate preparation, timely delivery and presentation of the Syndicate's related financial results to the Syndicate Finance Manager and ensuring the integrity of Syndicate general ledger, including delivery of all Balance Sheet reconciliations and controls. Supporting the timely submission of all Regulatory Reporting to Lloyd's and the annual Statutory Financial Statements. Also supporting implementation of changes to core business finance processes and the harmonisation of data between the Financial Ledger and Data Warehouse. Ideally you will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified however this is not essential. You will have experience of working in the Lloyd's insurance market, a strong grasp of UK Insurance GAAP, an understanding of syndicate accounting and people management skills. Our client is committed to diversity in all of its forms and operates an inclusive recruitment process
My Local Government client is looking to recruit 2 Principal Accountants to join the team on a permanent basis. The role of Principal Accountant will help shape and deliver high-quality financial management across the Council. In these influential roles, you will provide expert advice to senior officers, supporting robust and informed decision-making through clear, timely financial insight. You will oversee complex and high-value funding areas such as the Better Care Fund (BCF) and Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG), ensuring strong financial planning, control and reporting that underpin critical services. This is a true business partnering role, working closely with senior stakeholders to influence strategy, challenge thinking and drive value for money. You will lead on budget setting, monitoring and closedown, alongside developing advanced financial modelling, benchmarking and performance insight. A key focus will be supporting transformation, embedding strong governance while improving processes, systems and ways of working. You will also help drive increased automation and the use of tools such as Power BI to enhance reporting and decision-making. As a senior member of the Finance team, you will lead and develop staff, contribute to long-term financial strategy and support the delivery of statutory accounts. We are looking for individuals with proven experience of influencing in complex organisations, driving continuous improvement and supporting transformation, combining strong technical expertise with a proactive, forward-thinking approach. To be considered for the role you will need to be a CCAB qualified accountant and have previous experience within local government finance. These are permanent roles with 2 days a week in the office and a salary rage of 49,232 to 51,356 (pay award pending)
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
My Local Government client is looking to recruit 2 Principal Accountants to join the team on a permanent basis. The role of Principal Accountant will help shape and deliver high-quality financial management across the Council. In these influential roles, you will provide expert advice to senior officers, supporting robust and informed decision-making through clear, timely financial insight. You will oversee complex and high-value funding areas such as the Better Care Fund (BCF) and Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG), ensuring strong financial planning, control and reporting that underpin critical services. This is a true business partnering role, working closely with senior stakeholders to influence strategy, challenge thinking and drive value for money. You will lead on budget setting, monitoring and closedown, alongside developing advanced financial modelling, benchmarking and performance insight. A key focus will be supporting transformation, embedding strong governance while improving processes, systems and ways of working. You will also help drive increased automation and the use of tools such as Power BI to enhance reporting and decision-making. As a senior member of the Finance team, you will lead and develop staff, contribute to long-term financial strategy and support the delivery of statutory accounts. We are looking for individuals with proven experience of influencing in complex organisations, driving continuous improvement and supporting transformation, combining strong technical expertise with a proactive, forward-thinking approach. To be considered for the role you will need to be a CCAB qualified accountant and have previous experience within local government finance. These are permanent roles with 2 days a week in the office and a salary rage of 49,232 to 51,356 (pay award pending)
Qualified Management Accountant role working for one of the major businesses that this company owns with genuine progression opportunities and excellent wider benefits package. Client Details A highly acquisitive, extremely successful, West Yorkshire business at the forefront of multiple markets. Description - Management Accounts production: - Journals - Analysis and insight into company performance - Keeping to strict deadlines - Working on simplifying and streamlining company procedures - Working on internal controls - Balance sheet recs - Compliance with accounting standards and regulations - Working closely with internal and external auditors when necessary Profile - Qualified Accountant - Ideally Management Accounting experience previously - Ability to articulate clearly to internal and external stakeholders - Able to work collaboratively with a wider team - Willingness to work alone at times - Willingness to show ambition to pick up new skills when required or when personally desired - A willingness to find solutions to problems - Self starter Job Offer - Salary: £45,000 - £53,000 - Hybrid working (2 days in the office) - Matched pension up to 10% - Health-care - Company wide discounts - Genuine progression opportunities - Enhanced maternity and paternity leave We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Qualified Management Accountant role working for one of the major businesses that this company owns with genuine progression opportunities and excellent wider benefits package. Client Details A highly acquisitive, extremely successful, West Yorkshire business at the forefront of multiple markets. Description - Management Accounts production: - Journals - Analysis and insight into company performance - Keeping to strict deadlines - Working on simplifying and streamlining company procedures - Working on internal controls - Balance sheet recs - Compliance with accounting standards and regulations - Working closely with internal and external auditors when necessary Profile - Qualified Accountant - Ideally Management Accounting experience previously - Ability to articulate clearly to internal and external stakeholders - Able to work collaboratively with a wider team - Willingness to work alone at times - Willingness to show ambition to pick up new skills when required or when personally desired - A willingness to find solutions to problems - Self starter Job Offer - Salary: £45,000 - £53,000 - Hybrid working (2 days in the office) - Matched pension up to 10% - Health-care - Company wide discounts - Genuine progression opportunities - Enhanced maternity and paternity leave We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.
Director of Finance Salary: £70,000 per annum (actual salary dependent on agreed hours of 30-37.5 per week) Contract: Permanent Lead Finance. Shape Strategy. Change Lives. We are delighted to be partnering with an ambitious and growing charity to recruit a Director of Finance . This is a rare opportunity to join a values-led organisation delivering vital homelessness, housing and care services, and to play a key role in shaping its future. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide strategic financial leadership across a complex organisation with a turnover of £20-25m. Working closely with the Chief Executive, Board of Trustees and senior colleagues, you will ensure the organisation remains financially strong, sustainable and well-positioned to expand its impact. This role offers the chance to influence strategic decision-making at the highest level while leading a dedicated finance team and driving continuous improvement across financial systems, controls and reporting. The Opportunity You will: Lead the organisation's financial strategy, planning and performance. Oversee annual budgets, forecasting, cashflow management and long-term financial sustainability. Provide expert financial advice and challenge to the Board, Trustees and Senior Leadership Team. Lead financial input into major bids, contracts, grants and business development opportunities. Ensure robust financial controls, governance and regulatory compliance. Oversee statutory accounts, audits and financial reporting. Develop and support the finance team, promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Drive financial awareness and accountability across the organisation. About You We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA) with a proven track record of operating in a senior finance leadership role. You will bring: Significant experience of strategic financial leadership and business planning. Strong commercial and financial acumen, including forecasting, modelling and risk management. Experience leading finance teams and improving systems, controls and processes. The ability to influence, challenge and build credibility with senior stakeholders and Boards. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information for non-financial audiences. A collaborative and values-driven approach to leadership. Experience within the charity, housing, homelessness, supported housing or social care sectors would be advantageous but is not essential
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Director of Finance Salary: £70,000 per annum (actual salary dependent on agreed hours of 30-37.5 per week) Contract: Permanent Lead Finance. Shape Strategy. Change Lives. We are delighted to be partnering with an ambitious and growing charity to recruit a Director of Finance . This is a rare opportunity to join a values-led organisation delivering vital homelessness, housing and care services, and to play a key role in shaping its future. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide strategic financial leadership across a complex organisation with a turnover of £20-25m. Working closely with the Chief Executive, Board of Trustees and senior colleagues, you will ensure the organisation remains financially strong, sustainable and well-positioned to expand its impact. This role offers the chance to influence strategic decision-making at the highest level while leading a dedicated finance team and driving continuous improvement across financial systems, controls and reporting. The Opportunity You will: Lead the organisation's financial strategy, planning and performance. Oversee annual budgets, forecasting, cashflow management and long-term financial sustainability. Provide expert financial advice and challenge to the Board, Trustees and Senior Leadership Team. Lead financial input into major bids, contracts, grants and business development opportunities. Ensure robust financial controls, governance and regulatory compliance. Oversee statutory accounts, audits and financial reporting. Develop and support the finance team, promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Drive financial awareness and accountability across the organisation. About You We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA) with a proven track record of operating in a senior finance leadership role. You will bring: Significant experience of strategic financial leadership and business planning. Strong commercial and financial acumen, including forecasting, modelling and risk management. Experience leading finance teams and improving systems, controls and processes. The ability to influence, challenge and build credibility with senior stakeholders and Boards. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information for non-financial audiences. A collaborative and values-driven approach to leadership. Experience within the charity, housing, homelessness, supported housing or social care sectors would be advantageous but is not essential
Isca Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for a commercially astute experienced accountant to join a growing SME business as the Financial Controller. This is a crucial role in the senior leadership team, the Financial Controller will be integral to business working closely with the MD, and Group CFO as well as operational management. This is a hands-on role where you will take ownership for the accounting function, and help drive performance, improvements and strategic decision-making through delivering accurate financial analysis and reporting. Financial Controller - Responsibilities: Managing a small finance team, overseeing the day-to-day financial operations within the company. Producing the monthly management accountants including variance analysis and commentary for local and Group management. Providing accurate analysis of costs, margins and profitability. Tracking costs monthly against budgets, flagging up trends and investigating variances. Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns. Managing regular stock and general supplier payments and expenses. Preparing and submitting monthly payroll and pension. Ownership of the year end accounts processes to prepare information for Group. Coordinating and directing the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts. Managing the year end audit process, liaising with external auditors. Maintaining financial controls and processes and actively contribute to development of company processes. Monitoring accuracy of financial systems across the business and working with others on continuous improvement and best practice. Financial Controller - The Rewards: Salary: £65,000 - £75,000pa Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension, PMI, etc Hours: Mon - Fri, 37.5hrs, 8:30am - 5pm Location: In office Financial Controller - The Person: This role will suit a proactive, commercially astute qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with experience gained in manufacturing or similar. You'll be a first-rate communicator with experience of staff management and finance business partnering of operational colleagues. Required experience of management accounting, budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting and financial analysis such as cost, margin, WIP analysis. You will enjoy using your data analysis skills to provide clarity to the business. A natural problem-solver you'll be able to prioritise and meet deadlines in fast-paced businesses. You will be a team player and enjoy working in a collaborative manner with colleagues at all levels in the group. Confidence with tech and an excellent understanding of Finance Systems and Excel, knowledge of Sage 200 beneficial. Ready to make an impact? Apply today and be part of something exciting! We reserve the right to close this role early, so please don't delay in submitting your CV, we will be in touch promptly to discuss the role and employer. For an informal discussion or further information please contact Jo at Isca Recruitment. Please note Isca Recruitment does not hold a licence to sponsor visas. We cannot process applications from individuals requiring sponsorship now or in the future. _ Isca Recruitment Ltd provides services as an agency and an employment business. Isca Recruitment is an Exeter based boutique recruitment consultancy making the perfect match between client and candidate. Specialists in office support, accountancy and finance across the South West.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Isca Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for a commercially astute experienced accountant to join a growing SME business as the Financial Controller. This is a crucial role in the senior leadership team, the Financial Controller will be integral to business working closely with the MD, and Group CFO as well as operational management. This is a hands-on role where you will take ownership for the accounting function, and help drive performance, improvements and strategic decision-making through delivering accurate financial analysis and reporting. Financial Controller - Responsibilities: Managing a small finance team, overseeing the day-to-day financial operations within the company. Producing the monthly management accountants including variance analysis and commentary for local and Group management. Providing accurate analysis of costs, margins and profitability. Tracking costs monthly against budgets, flagging up trends and investigating variances. Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns. Managing regular stock and general supplier payments and expenses. Preparing and submitting monthly payroll and pension. Ownership of the year end accounts processes to prepare information for Group. Coordinating and directing the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts. Managing the year end audit process, liaising with external auditors. Maintaining financial controls and processes and actively contribute to development of company processes. Monitoring accuracy of financial systems across the business and working with others on continuous improvement and best practice. Financial Controller - The Rewards: Salary: £65,000 - £75,000pa Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension, PMI, etc Hours: Mon - Fri, 37.5hrs, 8:30am - 5pm Location: In office Financial Controller - The Person: This role will suit a proactive, commercially astute qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with experience gained in manufacturing or similar. You'll be a first-rate communicator with experience of staff management and finance business partnering of operational colleagues. Required experience of management accounting, budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting and financial analysis such as cost, margin, WIP analysis. You will enjoy using your data analysis skills to provide clarity to the business. A natural problem-solver you'll be able to prioritise and meet deadlines in fast-paced businesses. You will be a team player and enjoy working in a collaborative manner with colleagues at all levels in the group. Confidence with tech and an excellent understanding of Finance Systems and Excel, knowledge of Sage 200 beneficial. Ready to make an impact? Apply today and be part of something exciting! We reserve the right to close this role early, so please don't delay in submitting your CV, we will be in touch promptly to discuss the role and employer. For an informal discussion or further information please contact Jo at Isca Recruitment. Please note Isca Recruitment does not hold a licence to sponsor visas. We cannot process applications from individuals requiring sponsorship now or in the future. _ Isca Recruitment Ltd provides services as an agency and an employment business. Isca Recruitment is an Exeter based boutique recruitment consultancy making the perfect match between client and candidate. Specialists in office support, accountancy and finance across the South West.
Senior Client Manager - Chartered Accountancy Practice Location: Abingdon, Oxfordshire Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + Performance Bonus (up to 5%) Position: Full-Time, Permanent (Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm) About the Practice Our client is a fast-growing, dynamic, and modern accountancy practice that genuinely cares about its clients and its team. With an exceptional local reputation and over 130 five-star Google reviews, they support hundreds of ambitious owner-managed businesses, property investors, and high-net-worth individuals. Technology drives how they work; they utilize industry-leading cloud software to deliver a proactive, personal service. Their culture is built on three core values: Care, Communication, and Ownership. They offer a relaxed, supportive environment where experience is truly valued and input will shape how the practice grows. For the right candidate, this role offers a transparent, long-term career path as the business continues to expand. The Role As a Senior Client Manager, you will inherit an established, varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, acting as their main point of contact and trusted advisor. This is a senior, hands-on role offering autonomy over your workload and direct client relationships. Key Responsibilities: Portfolio Management: Manage files from start to finish, preparing and reviewing statutory accounts (FRS 102 Section 1A) for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships. Taxation: Prepare corporation tax computations, self-assessment tax returns, and handle VAT returns/advisory. Client Relations: Build strong, proactive relationships and manage expectations seamlessly. Team Leadership: Mentor and support the development of junior team members, leading by example on quality and service. Practice Growth: Stay ahead of regulatory changes (including MTD for Income Tax) and identify value-add opportunities for clients. Candidate Requirements Essential: Fully qualified ACCA, ACA, or CIMA (full membership required). Minimum of 5 years' experience within a UK accountancy practice. Strong year-end accounts preparation and confident handling of corporation tax, self- assessment, and VAT. Ability to manage a portfolio with minimal supervision and deliver files ready for partner review with minimal rework. Clear, professional communication skills with both clients and colleagues. Desirable: Experience with cloud-based accounting and practice management software. Familiarity with MTD for Income Tax. Exposure to SEIS/EIS, director loan accounts, and s455 tax. Package and Benefits Competitive salary of £50,000 to £55,000 depending on experience. Individual performance bonus of up to 5%. Bupa private health insurance. Life insurance and company pension. Free on-site parking at a premier local venue. Regular team socials and client events. A hybrid working pattern (predominantly office-based, with flexibility once established). To Apply If you are an experienced accountant looking for a role that combines autonomy, a supportive team culture, and a genuine path to senior leadership, please apply by submitting your CV. 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 graduate visa. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Senior Client Manager - Chartered Accountancy Practice Location: Abingdon, Oxfordshire Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + Performance Bonus (up to 5%) Position: Full-Time, Permanent (Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm) About the Practice Our client is a fast-growing, dynamic, and modern accountancy practice that genuinely cares about its clients and its team. With an exceptional local reputation and over 130 five-star Google reviews, they support hundreds of ambitious owner-managed businesses, property investors, and high-net-worth individuals. Technology drives how they work; they utilize industry-leading cloud software to deliver a proactive, personal service. Their culture is built on three core values: Care, Communication, and Ownership. They offer a relaxed, supportive environment where experience is truly valued and input will shape how the practice grows. For the right candidate, this role offers a transparent, long-term career path as the business continues to expand. The Role As a Senior Client Manager, you will inherit an established, varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, acting as their main point of contact and trusted advisor. This is a senior, hands-on role offering autonomy over your workload and direct client relationships. Key Responsibilities: Portfolio Management: Manage files from start to finish, preparing and reviewing statutory accounts (FRS 102 Section 1A) for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships. Taxation: Prepare corporation tax computations, self-assessment tax returns, and handle VAT returns/advisory. Client Relations: Build strong, proactive relationships and manage expectations seamlessly. Team Leadership: Mentor and support the development of junior team members, leading by example on quality and service. Practice Growth: Stay ahead of regulatory changes (including MTD for Income Tax) and identify value-add opportunities for clients. Candidate Requirements Essential: Fully qualified ACCA, ACA, or CIMA (full membership required). Minimum of 5 years' experience within a UK accountancy practice. Strong year-end accounts preparation and confident handling of corporation tax, self- assessment, and VAT. Ability to manage a portfolio with minimal supervision and deliver files ready for partner review with minimal rework. Clear, professional communication skills with both clients and colleagues. Desirable: Experience with cloud-based accounting and practice management software. Familiarity with MTD for Income Tax. Exposure to SEIS/EIS, director loan accounts, and s455 tax. Package and Benefits Competitive salary of £50,000 to £55,000 depending on experience. Individual performance bonus of up to 5%. Bupa private health insurance. Life insurance and company pension. Free on-site parking at a premier local venue. Regular team socials and client events. A hybrid working pattern (predominantly office-based, with flexibility once established). To Apply If you are an experienced accountant looking for a role that combines autonomy, a supportive team culture, and a genuine path to senior leadership, please apply by submitting your CV. 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 graduate visa. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.