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Service Delivery Manager - Defence Department: IT Location: North East Bristol - with parking Reports to: IT Operations Manager Salary: 54,102 to 67,056, Are you an experienced Service Delivery Manager with a passion for leading teams, optimising IT services, and driving continual improvement? Our client is looking for a proactive, people-focused leader to head up their General Operations Service Delivery team-someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, can make informed decisions, and is committed to delivering exceptional IT services across the organisation. About the Role As the Service Delivery Manager you will lead and manage our clients General Operations team within IT, ensuring that services meet the needs of the organisation and support strategic goals. Working closely with colleagues in Cyber Security, Solutions Architecture, Business Systems and Information Governance, you'll play a key role in maintaining optimised, secure and compliant IT services. You will build high-performing teams, refine and embed service delivery processes, and ensure that service levels and KPIs are consistently achieved. You'll also champion our ITIL framework, take ownership of critical IT processes, and oversee service transition for new technologies and services. Key Responsibilities Service Delivery Leadership Lead, develop and motivate the IT Service Desk (General Operations) team. Ensure the delivery of high-quality IT support aligned with organisational priorities. Design and continuously improve service support processes in line with ITIL best practice. Define and adopt service design standards, SLAs and monitoring processes. Operational Excellence Ensure service delivery meets agreed service levels and take ownership of service improvement initiatives. Lead on Problem Management, analysing trends and coordinating resolution teams. Produce detailed KPI reports for senior leadership. Support the design and improvement of the service catalogue and automation initiatives. Incident, Change & Request Management Own Incident, Request, Change and Escalation processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. Lead major incident management, including coordination and communications. Chair the Change Advisory Board (CAB) when required. Essential Experience & Skills Proven experience as a Service Delivery Manager (minimum 3 years). Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills. Experience building, managing and developing technical teams. ITIL v4 Foundation qualification. Ability to bridge business, technical and security perspectives. Familiarity with best practice across Microsoft environments. Understanding of common compliance frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus). Vendor and supplier management experience. Strong attention to detail, proactive mindset and excellent problem-solving skills. If you are interested in this role please apply online or for more information please contact me on

A highly successful and fast growing firm of chartered accountants based in Exeter has an opportunity for a Tax Senior Manager / Director Designate to join the firm as a key addition, with progression and development on offer within this accountancy practice. Client Details Based in Exeter this chartered accountancy firm is undergoing very positive growth and the firms partners are looking for a key right hand support who can lead on the management and delivery of accounting/tax and wider services, along with adding value to clients on advisory and planning projects. Flexible working hours can be explored. A clear progression path is on offer as well, with a route to develop within this successful firm. Description Joining as Tax Senior Manager / Director Designate within this Exeter based firm of accountants, the role offers a clear career progression and development path. You will take on compliance and accounts/ tax planning for a wide range of clients and will also deliver a wide range of complex planning projects as key support across the firm. You will manage, lead and develop the wider team providing a key support, reviewing work, mentoring and supporting their development. You will also take a lead on their growing property sector division advising on project work across: Minimising capital taxes by applying reliefs such as principle private residence relief, annual exemptions, entrepreneurs' relief, incorporation relief and business property relief. Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) - understanding which rates apply Capital allowances, for example, during refurbishment Maximising recoverable Value Added Tax (VAT) Inheritance tax planning Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (ATED) Non domicile property tax issues The opportunity provides an excellent fit for a career focused professional looking for a career path and route to progress. Profile For this Tax Senior Manager / Director Designate role you will be any combination of CTA / ATT/ ACA / ACCA etc qualified, with a career background in accounting / tax, with significant tax advisory and planning experience to compliment your compliance background. Ideally you will have property tax experience and/or a clear demonstrable interest in this sector. Your experience will have been gained within an accountancy practice firm environment of any size, or specialist tax firm environment and you will be an existing Managerial/ Senior Managerial/ Associate Director etc level professional. You will be searching for a career move, where you can progress within a leading, chartered accountancy firm. Job Offer 60,000 - 75,000 plus benefits, dependent on level, experience and background. Please apply on line and for a confidential discussion to find out more please contact Mark Bailey on (phone number removed).

Forensic Technology/ Digital Forensics Manager London (hybrid) Opportunity to work for an outstanding company in the field. You will have a strong commercial background and client facing communication skills. Your experience is likely from a service provider or advisory firm. You will have an ability to collect data from various devices (Desktop, laptop, phones) but also from the cloud and more commercial enterprise wide systems e.g. global email etc. You will have experience with leading Digital Forensic tools e.g. EnCase, FTK, Cellebrite etc. You will have a strong academic background and likely a degree in a related subject. You will be able to attend the office and when required visit client sites. There are initially no direct reportees. You will collect data in a compliant manner so be familiar with ACPO and chain of custody. About Brimstone Consulting: We specialise in finding highly qualified staff in the following areas:Forensic Accounting & Fraud - (AML/CTF, Investigation, CFE s etc.); Legal and LegalTech (E-Discovery, Digital Forensics, EDRM); Big Data and Data Analytics- (MI/BI/CI);InfoSec and Cyber Crime; Audit; Accountancy and Finance; FinTech (Payments etc.);Risk - (Credit, Regulatory, Liquidity, Market, Analysts-SAS, SPSS etc.);Compliance/Corporate Governance ;IT- (full SDLC- BA s PM s , Architects, Developers etc.); Brimstone Consulting acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. Brimstone Consulting is an equal opportunities employer. Due to time constraints we can only reply to applicants that match our clients specifications. We may store applications in our cloud storage facilities that may include dropbox.

Your new firm Our client is a highly respected regional law firm with a strong reputation for advising high-net-worth individuals, families, trustees and business owners on complex private wealth matters. Recognised in leading legal directories, the firm is known for its collaborative culture, high-quality work and commitment to developing its people. The Private Wealth team advises on a broad range of trusts, tax and estate planning matters and acts for clients with substantial and often multi-generational wealth. Your new role This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Trusts & Tax professional to join a well-established Private Wealth team in a senior capacity. Working closely with partners, solicitors, trustees, financial advisers and other professional contacts, you will play a key role in the management and administration of complex trust structures while providing specialist tax support and guidance across a varied client base.Your responsibilities will include overseeing the administration of discretionary, interest in possession, lifetime and will trusts, preparing and reviewing trust accounts, managing TRS registrations and compliance requirements, and handling income tax, capital gains tax and inheritance tax reporting obligations. You will also advise on trust structuring, wealth preservation and succession planning matters, support annual trust reviews and assist trustees in fulfilling their legal and fiduciary duties.In addition, you will mentor junior members of the team, contribute to business development initiatives, and support the continued growth of the Private Wealth practice through the delivery of a high-quality and client-focused service. What you'll need to succeed You will have significant experience in trusts, tax and private wealth work, gained within a legal, accountancy, trust corporation or professional services environment. Applications are welcomed from Trust Managers, Trust Administrators, Tax Managers, Private Client Lawyers, Chartered Tax Advisers and STEP-qualified professionals seeking a senior, technically focused position. You should possess strong technical knowledge across trust administration, trust accounting, inheritance tax, capital gains tax and income tax compliance, together with experience managing trust structures throughout their lifecycle. Experience advising trustees, preparing trust accounts, handling TRS requirements and supporting estate planning matters will be essential. STEP qualification would be highly advantageous, although candidates with ATT, CTA, solicitor qualifications or equivalent experience are also encouraged to apply. Tax & Trust Technical Requirements: Trust Administration: Managing discretionary, interest in possession, lifetime and will trusts, including trust creation, ongoing administration, reviews and terminations. Trust Accounting: Preparing and reviewing trust accounts, monitoring distributions, income and capital movements, and supporting annual compliance obligations. Income Tax: Preparation and review of trust and estate tax returns, trust income calculations and ongoing HMRC compliance. Capital Gains Tax: Advising on disposals, reliefs, hold-over claims, reporting obligations and tax-efficient planning opportunities. Inheritance Tax: Experience dealing with relevant property trusts, periodic and exit charges, succession planning and wealth preservation strategies. TRS Compliance: Managing Trust Registration Service requirements and maintaining ongoing compliance with regulatory obligations. Advisory Work: Supporting trustees, families and other stakeholders on trust, tax, estate planning and wealth protection matters. Leadership: Supervising junior team members, reviewing work and contributing to the technical development of the wider team. What you'll get in return In return, you will join a highly regarded Private Wealth team with a strong reputation in the market and an impressive client base. The role offers exposure to complex and rewarding trusts and tax work, genuine long-term career progression opportunities and the chance to work alongside recognised specialists in the field. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package, hybrid working arrangements, structured professional development and a supportive culture that places real value on technical excellence, collaboration and career progression. What you need to do now If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to discuss it in more detail, please get in touch for a confidential conversation. If this role is not quite right for you but you are considering a move within Private Client, Trusts, Tax, Estate Planning or Private Wealth, I would be delighted to discuss other opportunities currently available. Candidates with more or less experience than outlined are equally encouraged to apply. 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Are you looking for a role that offers the potential to Fast Track to Director Level? Are you a competent leader, who demonstrates excellent client relationship management, whilst overseeing a team and completing deadlines on time? Do you want to be part of a Global Top 20 International Accountancy practice? Then send your cv to me immediately, for an informal discussion. Key Responsibilities Manage a diverse portfolio of accounting and advisory clients across a wide range of industries.Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships, acting as a trusted adviser and primary point of contact. Review and oversee the preparation of statutory financial statements, management accounts and consolidated financial statements.Ensure compliance with IFRS, UK GAAP, the Companies Act 2006 and all applicable statutory and regulatory requirements. Provide technical accounting advice and commercially focused solutions to clients. Manage client engagements from planning through to completion, ensuring work is delivered accurately, efficiently and within agreed deadlines. Supervise, mentor and develop junior members of the Accounting & Advisory team, promoting technical excellence and professional development. Work closely with the Partners to identify opportunities to expand client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives. Maintain the highest standards of technical quality, professional ethics and client service. Candidate Requirements Professional Qualifications & Experience ACA or ACCA qualified. A minimum of 10 years' post-qualification experience gained with a Top 20 UK accountancy firm . A valid General Practising Certificate (GPC) . Demonstrable experience managing accounting and advisory engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients. Existing Partners, Principals and sole practitioners are also encouraged to apply. Technical Expertise Strong working knowledge of IFRS, UK GAAP, the Companies Act 2006 and UK financial reporting requirements.Extensive experience in the preparation, review and oversight of consolidated financial statements for UK and international group structures. Proven experience managing a substantial portfolio of clients and delivering high-quality accounting, financial reporting and advisory services.Strong technical expertise in statutory accounts preparation, corporation tax compliance, financial reporting and corporate reporting. Ability to research and interpret accounting standards, tax legislation and regulatory requirements, providing practical and commercially focused advice to clients. Leadership & Client Management Proven ability to manage a substantial client portfolio while delivering exceptional levels of client service.Experience leading, mentoring and developing professional staff. Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to identify opportunities to expand client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the firm. Excellent leadership, organisational and stakeholder management skills. Communication & IT Skills Excellent written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate confidently and professionally with clients, colleagues and other stakeholders.Highly computer literate, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook. Proven experience using IRIS, Caseware, Xero, Sage and other leading accounting, tax and practice management software.Ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and cloud-based accounting platforms. Excellent analytical and report-writing skills. Problem-Solving & Decision-Making Exceptional problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse complex accounting, financial reporting and business issues and develop practical, commercially focused solutions.Demonstrated ability to exercise sound professional judgement and make informed decisions in a timely manner. Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to technical accuracy.Ability to identify risks, recommend appropriate courses of action and implement effective solutions. Capable of managing multiple priorities, working under pressure and consistently meeting deadlines without compromising quality. Personal Attributes Professional, proactive and commercially minded.Ambitious and motivated to progress within the firm.Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and ethical conduct.Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Applicants with an established client portfolio or transferable fee base are encouraged to apply, although this is not essential.

Job Title: Accounts and Advisory Manager Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire (hybrid) Package: £55,000-£70,000, hybrid working, private healthcare, 23 days holiday plus BH Working hours: Full time, Monday-Friday, Flexible hours A fantastic position has arisen within an independent top 100 Accountancy Practice, as an Accounts and Advisory Manager. This is a crucial role to this practice, as they look to continue their growth plans within their individual offices. In this position you will be managing and developing a portfolio of clients through the delivery of high quality accountancy and tax planning. The role is focused on a diverse portfolio of clients, as well as playing a key role in team development. If you are a qualified accountant with strong portfolio management experience this is the role for you Accounts and Advisory Manager Job Responsibilities Client Service & Portfolio management: Manage a portfolio of rural clients which will involve significant internal liaison, meetings with clients, approve technically robust tax computations, identify technical issues, deliver complex tax advisory outcomes, maintain technical knowledge, and provide exceptional client service Technical Delivery: Demonstrate exceptional technical knowledge and deliver this to clients through robust, effective advisory reporting and guidance. Specific technical knowledge required is outlined below. Team Leadership & Staff Development: Manage and develop the team, conduct reviews, provide feedback, delegate appropriately, and build a confident, technically capable team. Operational Efficiency & Workflow Management: Drive process efficiency and technology adoption, oversee WIP and billing, maintain compliance trackers, drive team productivity through recoveries and chargeable output, ensure files meet quality standards, and support client onboarding. Business Development: Identify advisory opportunities both within existing clients and new clients, support partners on complex client matters and attend external events to build personal and the Firms profile Firmwide Contribution: Collaborate with other teams and contribute to wider firm initiatives including best-practice and technology projects. Accounts and Advisory Manager Job Requirements Should be ACCA or ACA or CTA qualified Should have a minimum of 5 years experience in accountancy practice Must have portfolio management experience Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills Experience in a client facing role, and providing proactive planning and advisory services Accounts and Advisory Manager Salary & Benefits Paying from £55,000-£70,000 dependent on experience 23 days holiday plus bank holidays Medical cash plan Private medical cover Flexible working policy, as long as you are contactable for 5 core hours, you can start and finish at your leisure Hybrid working is available, and a staff laptop is provided And more Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

My Glasgow based client are currently hiring for an experienced Corporate Tax Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established practice with strong local and national opportunities for development. Responsibilities for this role include: Managing corporate tax calculations for a varied client base Supporting more junior colleagues in preparing tax calculations and client facing work Supporting their client portfolio and acting as a point of escalation for client queries Supporting the business to deliver consultancy services to a wide range of clients Management of the wider Tax team in location and remotely The relevant candidate will possess the following experience: 3+ years in Corporate Tax Experience of working in an advisory capacity to clients Experience of supporting junior team members to create client facing reports Experience of training and mentoring employees Experience of enterprise corporation tax software would be beneficial Practice experience would be highly beneficial In return my client are offering a competitive salary and benefits package along with the opportunity to progress with the business. This role will be hybrid, based in Glasgow with some travel required.

Client Manager (Accountant) Location: Waterlooville, Hampshire Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full-time (36.5 hours per week) Working Pattern: Office-based with 2 days working from home available Salary: £53,500 - £58,000 The Opportunity Our client is a rapidly growing, forward-thinking accountancy practice that combines traditional values with a modern approach to supporting small businesses. They pride themselves on fostering a collaborative, supportive culture where learning, development and teamwork are at the heart of everything they do. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant who enjoys managing client relationships, leading a team, and delivering high-quality accountancy and advisory services. The Role As a Client Manager , you will manage your own portfolio of clients while leading a small team of accountants, providing technical guidance, mentoring, and ensuring exceptional client service. Key Responsibilities Manage the preparation, review and submission of statutory accounts and tax returns for: Sole Traders Partnerships Limited Companies Maintain responsibility for your own portfolio of clients. Review and check work completed by junior team members. Supervise, mentor and develop a small accounting team. Manage workloads to ensure all statutory deadlines are met. Provide technical support and constructive feedback to team members. Assist with planning and monitoring team performance, including KPIs and timesheets. Build strong relationships with clients through regular communication by phone, email and meetings. Onboard new clients and support their transition into the business. Advise clients on tax planning and tax efficiency. Provide business advisory support, including: Cash flow forecasting Budgeting Pricing guidance Prepare, review and complete bookkeeping, VAT returns and CIS where required. Conduct year-end client meetings. Carry out client fee reviews. Maintain accurate electronic records and client documentation. Liaise with HMRC and Companies House to resolve client queries. Deliver bookkeeping or accounting training to clients where appropriate. Maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Attend networking events when required. Requirements Essential ACCA, ACA or equivalent fully qualified accountant. Minimum 5 years' experience working within an accountancy practice. Strong experience managing a varied portfolio of clients. Able to independently prepare and review: Statutory accounts Corporation Tax returns Self Assessment Tax Returns Experience working with: Sole Traders Partnerships Limited Companies Strong tax knowledge with the ability to advise clients. Previous experience supervising or mentoring junior staff. Experience using: Xero QuickBooks Dext FreeAgent Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Word. Skills & Attributes The successful candidate will: Be highly organised with excellent time management skills. Be able to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines. Have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Be confident explaining complex financial information in a simple manner. Enjoy building long-term client relationships. Take a proactive and solutions-focused approach. Be committed to continuous learning and professional development. Have a collaborative and supportive management style. Take pride in delivering exceptional client service. Benefits Competitive salary of £53,500 - £58,000 Hybrid working (2 days working from home) Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious accountancy practice. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Ongoing professional development and training. Genuine opportunities for career progression.

M&A Manager Nottingham Office-Based Up to £80,000 + Benefits Are you looking to play a key role in shaping the growth strategy of a fast-paced, acquisitive business?This is an exceptional opportunity to join a private equity-backed technology business that has achieved impressive growth through acquisition and continues to invest heavily in expanding its portfolio. Working directly with the senior leadership team, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the company's acquisition-led growth strategy, taking opportunities from initial identification through to completion and successful integration into the wider business.Whether you're already operating within an in-house M&A function, or you're looking to make your first move from Corporate Finance, Transaction Services, Deals Advisory, Investment Banking or a leading Corporate Finance boutique, this role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile strategic projects, influence key business decisions and play a visible role in the company's continued growth journey. The Opportunity Joining at an exciting stage of growth, you'll play a key role in helping the business identify, assess and capitalise on strategic opportunities that support its long-term expansion plans. You'll be involved in a broad range of commercial and strategic initiatives, including: Identifying and evaluating business growth opportunities. Researching markets, sectors and potential acquisition targets. Building relationships with business owners, advisers and key stakeholders. Analysing business performance, commercial opportunities and investment cases. Supporting negotiations and helping drive opportunities through the full transaction lifecycle. Coordinating multiple internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful execution and completion of strategic transactions. Producing insightful analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making. Managing multiple projects simultaneously within a fast-paced environment. Preparing presentations and reports for senior stakeholders. Supporting the transition and onboarding of completed acquisitions into the wider business. Supporting strategic projects that contribute to both acquisitive and organic growth. About You: We are keen to speak with individuals who have experience within: Corporate Finance Transaction Services M&A Advisory Corporate Development Private Equity Investment Banking You'll ideally bring: Experience supporting or leading live transactions. Strong financial modelling and analytical capabilities. Excellent commercial awareness. The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified or equivalent (desirable but not essential). What's On Offer? Salary up to £80,000 depending on experience. Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making. A pivotal role within a highly acquisitive growth business. Significant deal flow and transaction activity. Excellent progression opportunities as the business continues to scale. Office-based role in Nottingham with daily exposure to key decision-makers and acquisition activity. This is a rare opportunity to step into a business where acquisitions are fundamental to the growth strategy. For candidates currently working within Corporate Finance, Transaction Services or Deals Advisory, it offers the opportunity to move from advising on transactions to helping shape and deliver them from within a highly acquisitive business. You'll gain exposure, responsibility and influence that would typically take years to achieve elsewhere. If you're ambitious, commercially minded and excited by the prospect of helping shape the future of a rapidly growing business, we'd love to hear from you.Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.

Audit and Accounts Director Leatherhead area Surrey Partner DesignateDefined Route to Partnership RI Pathway Hybrid Working Fletcher George Recruitment is supporting a growing firm of Chartered Accountants in Surrey with the appointment of an Audit and Accounts Director as part of its succession planning. This is a leadership opportunity offering a clear and structured route to Partnership. Roles at this level within independent firms are selective, particularly where there is genuine scope to progress to Partner and achieve Responsible Individual (RI) status. The Opportunity This role has been created to support the firm's continued growth across audit and advisory services. You will work closely with the Partners, taking on responsibility for a varied portfolio of clients while contributing to the future direction of the firm. The position offers flexibility to shape the role around your strengths, whether your background is more audit-led or broader across accounts and advisory. The Role - Audit and Accounts Director As an Audit and Accounts Director based in Surrey, you will take on a key leadership role within the firm. Your responsibilities will include: Leading audit assignments and overseeing delivery across a diverse client portfolio Supporting statutory accounts review under UK GAAP (FRS 102) Acting as a senior point of contact for clients, building long-term relationships Working closely with Partners on strategy, growth and succession planning Supporting business development activity across Surrey and the South East Mentoring and developing team members within an ACA / ACCA training environment Progressing towards Responsible Individual (RI) status and Practising Certificate About You We are keen to speak with individuals who bring: ACA or ACCA qualification Strong experience within a UK accountancy practice across audit and accounts Experience operating at Senior Manager or Director level The ambition to progress to Partnership Interest in achieving RI status and a Practising Certificate A commercial and relationship-led approach to client work Why This Role Defined and credible route to Partnership Opportunity to achieve RI status Flexible, evolving role aligned to your strengths Exposure to a broad and varied client base Salary band of £90,000 - £110,000 has been set by Fletcher George as a guide The role is based in Surrey and is commutable from Woking, Guildford, Leatherhead, Redhill, Reigate, Horsham and surrounding areas. Next Steps If you are an Audit and Accounts Senior Manager or Director seeking a Partner Designate opportunity in Surrey, we would be pleased to hear from you. Please apply and we will respond promptly to all suitable applicants. About Fletcher George Recruitment Fletcher George Recruitment is an inclusive Surrey-based specialist in accountancy practice and finance recruitment. We work closely with firms across Surrey, London and the South East and support professionals at every stage of their career. Referral Scheme We offer up to £500 in Amazon or John Lewis vouchers for successful referrals. Please ensure your referral mentions your name when registering.

Accounts Manager Client Manager Senior Accounts Manager Associate Director Accounts Director Axminster Competitive Salary (DOE) Full-Time Hybrid & Flexible Working Permanent Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of a highly respected Top 50 accountancy practice for an experienced Accounts Manager / Director to join their successful team in Axminster . This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious Accounts Manager seeking a genuine pathway to Director or an experienced Accounts Director looking for a fresh challenge within a growing, people-focused firm where career progression is actively supported. Working with a diverse portfolio of clients, you'll provide technical expertise, commercial advice, and leadership while playing a key role in the continued growth and success of the practice. Key Duties Manage and develop a varied portfolio of business clients. Build trusted, long-term client relationships by acting as a strategic adviser. Review and prepare statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders. Prepare and review corporate and personal tax returns. Oversee VAT compliance and HMRC submissions. Support business start-ups, company incorporations, and HMRC registrations. Deliver proactive business and tax planning advice. Support audit and charity/not-for-profit assignments where required. Lead, mentor, and develop junior members of the team. Manage workflow, review work, and ensure deadlines are achieved. Support Directors and Partners with technical and advisory projects. Identify opportunities to strengthen client relationships and grow service offerings. Requirements ACA or ACCA qualified. Previous experience working at Accounts Manager level or above within an accountancy practice. Strong experience preparing and reviewing statutory accounts and tax returns. Experience managing your own client portfolio. Excellent leadership and people management skills. Strong commercial awareness with a proactive approach. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Audit and charity/not-for-profit experience is advantageous but not essential. Ambition to progress your career within a successful and growing practice. What We Offer Competitive salary dependent on experience. Clear progression towards Director and Partnership . Annual salary reviews. Hybrid and flexible working. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Enhanced employer pension contributions. Death in Service benefit (3x salary). Health and wellbeing scheme. Employee Assistance Programme. Holiday buy/sell scheme. Cycle to Work scheme. Private Medical Insurance options. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay. Supportive, collaborative culture with genuine long-term career opportunities. Interested? If you're looking for your next opportunity as an Accounts Manager , Client Manager , Senior Accounts Manager , Associate Director , or Accounts Director in Axminster , apply today with your up-to-date CV. Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

HR Manager - Reading Permanent Position Salary: £45,000 Summary : Our client is seeking an experienced HR Manager to join their People team in Reading. This pivotal role requires a generalist HR professional who can provide day-to-day HR services and support throughout the employee lifecycle. If you have a people-first approach and a strong background in employee relations, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Key Responsibilities : HR Generalist Support & Advisory You will deliver first-line HR guidance across various people matters, enabling managers to handle situations confidently. Success will be measured by the confidence reported by managers and the timely resolution of HR queries. Employee Relations & Case Management: Manage a range of employee relations cases, ensuring they are documented fairly and legally. You will be responsible for resolving cases within agreed timelines and reducing long-term absence. Onboarding & Talent Acquisition: Support Collaborate with hiring managers to facilitate recruitment and deliver a high-quality onboarding experience for new starters. Your effectiveness will be reflected in positive feedback from new employees. HR Data, Reporting & Systems: Maintain accurate employee records within the HRIS and produce regular reports to support data-driven decision-making. Ensuring GDPR compliance and data integrity is essential. Policy, Wellbeing & Employee Engagement: Support the maintenance and communication of HR policies and initiatives that reflect the organisation's values. You will help ensure policies are clear and accessible while driving engagement and wellbeing programmes. Skills & Qualifications : To excel in this role, you should possess: A minimum of 5 years' HR generalist experience with CIPD Level 5 or above. Strong knowledge of UK employment law and experience managing employee relations cases. Proficiency in HRIS and data management, with a keen eye for detail. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive conversations empathetically. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload independently. Equal Opportunity Employer : Our client is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

hackajob is collaborating with J.P. Morgan to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. JOB DESCRIPTION International Private Bank DDT (Digital & Data Transformation) - Product Owner - JPOI Platform Initiatives - Vice President (603) About the Employer .P. Morgan is a global leader in asset and wealth management services. The Asset & Wealth Management line of business serves institutional, ultra-high net worth, high net worth and individual clients through its Asset Management and Global Private Bank businesses. With client assets of $7.1 trillion and assets under management of $4.8 trillion, we are one of the largest asset and wealth managers in the world. (Assets as of Dec. 31, 2025.) Throughout its long and distinguished history, Asset & Wealth Management has been steadfastly committed to putting its clients' interests first. This fiduciary responsibility defines our relationship with clients and informs every decision we make on their behalf. J.P. Morgan Private Bank provides customized financial advice to help wealthy clients and their families achieve their goals through an elevated experience. Clients of the Private Bank work with dedicated teams of specialists that bring their investments and financial assets together into one comprehensive strategy, leveraging the global resources of J.P. Morgan across planning, investing, banking, philanthropy, family office management, fiduciary services, special advisory services and more. The Private Bank oversees more than $3.1 trillion in client assets globally. IPB Digital & Data Transformation The International Private Bank (IPB) DDT team is focused on transforming and simplifying the way our advisors, client service group and clients do business in the IPB. The team seeks to deeply understand the advisor workflow and design end-to-end journeys bringing the advisor and client experience closer together. It's an exciting time to be transforming our business and you will be one of the key leaders driving strategic change, helping to accelerate the business growth and achieve efficiency goals globally. Job description: The Digital and Data Transformation team within the Private Bank seek a self-motivated and experienced Product Manager to support our Digital Client Platform/ Operational processes. In this role you must demonstrate clear strategic vision and a strong commitment to platform transformation and modernization. You will be responsible for coming up with effective solutions to problems that are valuable (our clients choose to use them), viable (the solution works for the business), usable (clients can figure out how to use it) and feasible (our engineers have the skills and technology to implement them). You must be able to collaborate and communicate effectively with senior management, control partners, Client Service Teams, fellow product/project managers, Designers and Technologists to ultimately shape our digital product strategy and ensure we are constantly improving and enriching the client experience. As a Product Manager, you will define the vision, the product goals, objectives, and requirements, and prioritize delivery of digital capabilities in order to maximize business value and operational impact. This role requires an AI-first mindset, building a platform for the future that anticipates client needs and scales across diverse user groups. You will partner closely with Design and Engineering as part of a product triad, and collaborate daily with Legal, Risk, Compliance, and partner product teams to drive enhancements through the entire product management lifecycle and deliver innovative digital solutions to Clients. Candidates should have excellent written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and outstanding analytical and strategic thinking abilities. In addition to being a seasoned, well-trained professional, the successful candidate should be a strategic thinker with the ability to influence without authority, inspire confidence, and foster teamwork and collaboration across a complex, matrixed organization. It's an exciting time to be transforming our business and you will be one of the key leaders in driving strategic digital change, helping to accelerate the business growth and achieve efficiency goals globally. Key Responsibilities include, â Develop and lead key digital initiatives, seeking to reimagine the client experience, deepening client engagement with our digital platform and driving operational efficiency. â Define strategy, operating model, and roadmap to achieve vision and business goals. Own and drive the product roadmap to meet business objectives and provide a leading Client experience. Partner with developers and UX designers to deliver intuitive and differentiated user experiences. Prioritize and define each feature to meet Client and business goals, while also meeting control requirements. â Lead the product development lifecycle, ensuring sprint inputs (e.g., design and requirements) and outputs (e.g., tested code) are as envisioned, and providing direction and smart trade-off decisions for the team. Collaborate with other product and requirement owners and designers to deliver end-to-end product and experience. Partner with Technology to triage issues end to end until full resolution is achieved. Communicate issue resolution to appropriate parties and escalate issues as necessary to ensure proper response â Establish approach to pilot and rollout new capabilities, including objective and scope, communication, training and support, and feedback and metrics. Embrace a fail-fast mentality grounded in smart, calculated bets that deliver incremental value toward a long-term vision â Work with a global team strategizing and implementing solutions across EMEA, Asia and LATAM. â Participate and act as an internal advocate of data insights and analytics to guide the business' strategic priorities and decision making. â Partner closely with global stakeholders to execute the roadmap and drive product initiatives, while meeting critical deadlines and budget constraints. â Integrate customer feedback, data analytics, product metrics, user experience research, market analysis, and company goals to drive prioritization of product initiatives â Demonstrate strong stakeholder management skills, setting and continuously managing expectations through effective written and oral communication â Drive planning, execution and Go To Market strategies for new releases â Build and present end-to-end executive product updates inclusive of production metrics, new feature delivery planning and financial forecasting â Champion shared components and reusable capabilities that drive scale and efficiency across the broader ecosystem, solving for the many without compromising impact. Qualifications & Skills Needed To Succeed â 7+ years of relevant product owner experience required, with proven track record of delivery â Experience in Financial Services, Wealth Management experience preferred â Extensive experience in managing complex projects with multiple deliverables through the entire project lifecycle from design to implementation. â Proven ability to partner across functions and influence without authority, building consensus across diverse viewpoints in a complex, matrixed organization. â Strong leadership capabilities for product and delivery teams; demonstrates exemplary ownership and high professional standards. â Structured thinker, effective communicator with excellent written communication skills. â Ability to crisply articulate complex technical concepts to senior audiences with poise and confidence. â Highly self-motivated with the ability to make decisions with incomplete information and remain calm under intense pressure â Experience working with Agile product teams and tools/processes (e.g., Scrum, Kanban, Jira, Confluence) and strong understanding of SDLC approaches (Agile/Waterfall) and design techniques - focused on outcomes over process and comfortable with ambiguity. â AI First Mindset, in doing your day to day and building products. â Must be a strong problem solver, with a partnership mindset and an underlying interest in digital solutions. â Ability to define and execute product roadmap and business models â Ability to prioritize projects and efforts considering many variables including business and client needs, competitive and industry trends, resource and funding availability, and internal trade-offs â Ability to manage tight delivery timelines and execute under pressure â Demonstrates degree of self-motivation suitable for a "start-up" team, superior work ethic and adaptability to push beyond standard hours during busy periods to meet tight deadlines Desired Skills â Product Manager background in digital platform infrastructure and modernization efforts, preferred. â Strong knowledge and experience of digital client trends especially in Banking sector. â Thrives working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment working across digital groups and time zones. â Advanced degree and technical background preferred ABOUT US J.P. 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Randd UK, part of the K3 Advisory Group, are a market leading advisor in the field of R&D Tax credit claims. We are currently expanding our sales function due to an exciting period of growth and are looking for a Senior Business Development Executives to join our dynamic sales team. The Role: As a Senior Business Development Executive you will be responsible for prospecting and approaching potential new business clients across the UK, discussing their Research & Development projects and expenditure, and organising face to face meetings for our Business Development Managers. You will benefit from full training and we will provide you with all the knowledge you need in the R&D Tax Credit scheme to be successful. This role plays a key role in accelerating the growth of the business by identifying and securing new business opportunities. Key Responsibilities: Initiate meaningful conversations with potential clients Working from our comprehensive inhouse CRM system Arranging appointments for our BDM's who have expresses interest Deliver top-notch service with empathy, diligence, and speed, ensuring an impeccable customer experience A bit about you: Experience of working in a specialist R&D firm or other accountancy practice would be beneficial but not essential - We will give you all the training you need to get you up to speed! We do however look for Candidates that Thrive working in a fast paced and demanding environment, you will enjoy working collaboratively, and will be ambitious and driven to progress a career in sales. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you have a natural ability for conversation and strong rapport building skills. Strong attention to detail as first-time accuracy is essential. Have a background in lead generation or appointment setting with the desire to progress into a technical sales role within the next 12 months. Benefits: Up to £40K basic salary (depending on experience), OTE £65k, however our commission structure is uncapped (Top performers can easily achieve £75k+) Collaborative and fun working environment Daily, weekly & monthly incentives (including early finishes and prizes) Genuine opportunities for career progression within our fast-growing organisation In house learning, training, and ongoing development 25 days Holiday + Bank Holidays Charity Events Great work like balance - You'll be working 8.30am-5.00pm Monday Friday, with no weekends Christmas Event and shutdown period Please note this role can either be based hybrid from our Debry or Bolton office or fully remote

About the Associate/Director role We are TC Group, the fastest-growing top 20 accountancy firm in the UK. We're business advisors and accountants, with over 30 years of experience we've honed our skills and developed our service offering to deliver a much wider range of bespoke support and advice to ambitious business owners and their businesses. We are looking for an experienced and commercially focused Director to lead a substantial client portfolio, drive business development initiatives, and play a key role in the continued growth and success of our practice. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior accounting professional who combines strong technical expertise with proven leadership skills and a passion for delivering exceptional client service. Key responsibilities will include: Managing a significant portfolio of owner-managed businesses and corporate clients, acting as the lead relationship partner Delivering proactive accounting, tax and business advisory services that add tangible value to clients Identifying opportunities to support client growth, improve financial performance and expand service offerings Ensuring all client work is delivered on time, within budget and to the highest professional standards Developing new business opportunities through networking, referrals and existing client relationships Preparing proposals, fee quotations and supporting wider cross-selling initiatives across the firm Leading, mentoring and developing managers and senior team members to create a high-performance culture Supporting recruitment, retention, succession planning and employee development Taking responsibility for portfolio profitability, recovery, billing performance and debtor management Reviewing complex accounts, tax computations and advisory projects, providing technical guidance where required Ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards, tax legislation and regulatory requirements Contributing to strategic planning, operational improvements, business growth initiatives and practice development Acting as an ambassador for TC Group's culture, values and reputation within the local business community Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Client retention and satisfaction Portfolio growth and fee generation New business won Recovery and profitability metrics Staff engagement and retention Technical quality and compliance standards Delivery against budget and deadlines About you We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience: ACA or ACCA qualified Minimum of 10 years' experience within UK public practice Extensive experience managing a portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, Corporation Tax, Personal Tax and business advisory services Proven leadership and people management experience Demonstrable success in business development and client relationship management Strong commercial awareness and a client-focused approach Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills Experience using CCH, Xero, Sage, QuickBooks and Microsoft Office applications Full benefits available for the Associate/Director role: 25 days Associate / 30 days Directors annual leave (excluding bank holidays) Pension scheme Group life assurance 4 x salary Group income protection Health cash plan Birthday day off Hybrid working between office and home Social events Access to our employee benefits portal - GP and prescription services, cashback and vouchers on everyday purchases Employee Assistance Programme Employee Referral Bonus - we're always looking for talented individuals to join our team Regular training and development - continuous development and support not only for your professional qualifications but also for your personal goals and aspirations About us TC Group is growing and changing at quite a pace! We're an ambitious group of people with the same aim - to create a consistent, high-quality experience for our clients. Like us, our client list is growing - we're supporting more and more of the UK's ambitious business owners, SME's and large Corporations and it's a real team effort. We're helping them make courageous decisions to grow their businesses. We always seek the best talent, looking for individuals who are technically brilliant, solution-focused and continually strive to be the best in class. Each member of our team plays an integral part in creating the unique feel and culture of our business, which in turn helps us continue to grow, develop and evolve. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. We can only accept applications from candidates who are based in the UK and unfortunately we are unable to provide Sponsorship.

Tax Technology Assistant Manager - AI & Automation (Birmingham or London hybrid) We're partnering with top-10 firm to find a Tax Technology Assistant Manager to join their in-house Tax Technology team. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to help drive AI and automation solutions across an entire national Tax business - with your "client" being the whole Tax team, nationwide. Our client is a fast-growing firm with big ambitions: to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. Their Tax Technology team is small but growing, with a strong pipeline of exciting projects ahead - this is a rare chance to join early and help shape its direction as it scales. About the Role This is an internal, national, business-facing, high-visibility role. You'll help drive AI and automation solutions across the Tax business, delivering high-impact implementations and working closely with internal and external developers to build innovative in-house technology solutions alongside the Tax Technology leadership team. You'll be proactive, results-driven and hands-on, ensuring projects deliver tangible benefits that empower Tax colleagues to provide premium client service and exceptional deliverables. There's real scope for progression here, with the chance to make a significant impact on the Tax function nationally - and the potential to influence on a global scale, driving digital transformation within the wider Tax business. You'll make an impact by: Owning implementations end-to-end: identifying opportunities, defining requirements, and delivering AI and automation solutions that transform Tax processes, with the support of colleagues Bridging business and technology: working closely with the Tax Technology team, Tax teams and technical developers to turn business needs into practical, high-value technology solutions Driving change and results: taking ownership of projects, with support, ensuring successful adoption and delivering measurable improvements in efficiency and client service Collaborating and influencing: engaging with stakeholders across the Tax function to ensure alignment, clarity and impact - including running training sessions to upskill colleagues on new solutions Testing and refining: participating in functional and user testing, ensuring solutions meet business requirements and deliver measurable results What we're looking for: Do you thrive on variety, love learning new things, and enjoy connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday processes and are passionate about fixing them, this role could be perfect for you. Experience in Tax Technology, either in an internal or client-facing role Knowledge of tax compliance and advisory processes A proactive, results-driven approach - someone who takes initiative and drives projects to measurable outcomes Skill in translating business requirements into user stories, wireframes or workflows Comfort using data analytics to identify opportunities, track KPIs and measure success Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence across teams Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.

Director, Head of Technology Resilience and Production Operations London (Hybrid) Banking Sector up to 140,000 + Bonus + Benefits Are you ready to shape the resilience strategy of a global financial institution and make your voice heard at the top table? This is a rare opportunity to lead Technology Resilience and Production Operations for a major international financial services organisation, building an Enterprise Centre of Excellence that protects service stability, strengthens regulatory confidence, and safeguards the customer experience across a global business. You'll sit within the senior leadership team, own a multi-million-pound platform strategy, and lead a team of around 25 through a period of genuine transformation. What you'll be doing: Own and execute the Technology Resilience and Production Operations strategy, including Incident, Problem, Event and Change Management, driving automation and an agile approach to improve stability, security and speed at scale Build and govern an internationalised Centre of Excellence platform, delivering high-quality MI, dashboards and executive-level reporting on KPIs, SLAs and risk Design and manage the Technology Resilience framework, including business impact analysis, Disaster Recovery exercises (cyber-attack, ransomware, infrastructure failure scenarios) and Business Continuity Plans Lead major incident response and postmortem/root cause processes, driving a culture that reduces repeat incidents and strengthens proactive problem management Own the Change Advisory Board and release orchestration strategy, ensuring changes are authorised, risk-assessed and compliant across complex deployment pipelines Manage budget, licensing and vendor relationships, and lead, develop and grow your team while embedding a strong risk and compliance culture Interpret regulatory requirements (including DORA) and translate them into business-aligned resilience and security controls What you'll bring: Extensive, proven experience setting and executing enterprise-wide resilience strategy, with strong knowledge of IT/Operational/Cloud Resilience, critical service mapping and impact tolerances A strong track record leading Incident, Problem, Event and Change Management functions in a regulated financial services environment, including Priority 1 outage management and root cause investigation Proven experience managing audits, regulatory reviews and resilience testing, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders across CIO, Risk, Compliance and Audit Solid experience across infrastructure and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Oracle), with advanced ServiceNow proficiency for incident and problem tracking Strong analytical, decision-making and communication skills, with the ability to lead confidently and calmly under pressure Desirable: ITIL 4, ITSM tooling (ServiceNow, Jira Service Management), ISO22301/ISO20000, CBCP/MBCI certification, SRE familiarity, or experience with tools such as Splunk, CyberArk PAM, or GenAI-driven service management Ready to take on a role where your leadership genuinely shapes resilience at scale? Apply now to find out more. If you've held any of these roles or used these technologies/skills, this role could be a great fit: Head of Technology Resilience, Director of IT Service Continuity, Head of Production Operations, Head of IT Service Management, Director of Incident and Problem Management, Head of Change and Release Management, Business Continuity Director, Head of Operational Resilience, IT Service Continuity Manager, Head of DevOps/SRE Operations, ServiceNow, ITIL 4, ISO22301, DORA compliance, Disaster Recovery, AWS/Azure/Oracle Cloud, CBCP, MBCI. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate 1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Our client, a successful and growing accountancy practice is recruiting for an Accounts & Tax Manager to join the rural accounts and advisory team at the firm s Kettering office. The ideal candidate will be ACCA or ACA qualified, and /or CTA. This growing firm will offer a salary in line with experience with regular reviews, and a good benefits package including private medical cover and medical cash plan, flexible working policy, enhanced maternity, death in service cover and a range of voluntary benefits. The varied client base includes landed estates, farms and rural businesses, and equine and bloodstock and as Accounts & Tax Manager you will provide a bespoke accountancy and tax planning services to each client. The successful candidate will also play a key role in developing the team, both through business development and staff development. As Accounts & Tax Manager your responsibilities will include: Manage a portfolio of rural clients which will involve significant internal liaison, meetings with clients, approve technically robust tax computations, identify technical issues, deliver complex tax advisory outcomes, maintain technical knowledge, and provide exceptional client service in line with the firm s Service Charter Demonstrate exceptional technical knowledge and deliver this to clients through robust, effective advisory reporting and guidance Manage and develop the team, conduct reviews, provide feedback, delegate appropriately, and build a confident, technically capable team Drive process efficiency and technology adoption, oversee WIP and billing, maintain compliance trackers, drive team productivity through recoveries and chargeable output, ensure files meet quality standards, and support client onboarding Identify advisory opportunities both within existing clients and new clients, support partners on complex client matters and attend external events to build personal and the firm s profile Collaborate with other teams and contribute to wider firm initiatives including best practice and technology projects Please do apply if you fit the profile below: Qualified ACA or ACCA and/or CTA with exposure to a varied client base Significant tax and accounts experience gained within a UK accountancy practice Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS105, FRS102 1A, Income Tax, VAT, Inheritance Tax, Capital Gains Tax, Trusts and Estates and HMRC Investigations A keen and insightful appreciation of the issues facing rural clients and an ability to deliver bespoke tax solutions to meet their needs Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Analytical and commercial approach to resolving issues Live within commuting distance Willing to work outside normal hours if necessary Submit your CV for this Accounts & Tax Manager role Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa. Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.