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Your new company A well established and growing firm of accountants who have a reputation for developing their employees. Their clients range from small businesses to medium-sized companies with an international presence. Your new role Working alongside the partners and managers, your duties will include: Preparation and review of statutory accounts, including group accounts; Preparation and review of management accounts; Assisting and supervising audit engagements: Corporation tax work: Ad hoc projects when these arise. What you'll get in return Along with a highly competitive salary, you will be an integral member of the team and play a key role in the continued success of the business. The firm offers hybrid working options. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant with at least 3 years experience of working in a small to medium-sized practice and have previous audit experience. You will also possess strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills. 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

This law firm are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Finance Accountant to join their growing organisation based in Tunbridge Wells . This is a key role within the finance team, responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy and robustness of financial reporting and financial controls. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will lead the preparation of statutory accounts, coordinate the annual external audit process, maintain balance sheet integrity, and provide insightful financial analysis to support business decision-making. The successful individual will also take ownership of partnership accounting, ensuring partner capital accounts, current accounts, drawings and tax reserves are accurately maintained and reconciled. Working closely with senior finance leadership, you will play an important role in strengthening reporting capabilities, improving financial controls and driving process improvements across the finance function. Key Responsibilities as the Senior Financial Accountant Financial Reporting & Control Support the monthly financial close process. Review and post complex accounting journals, including accruals, prepayments and adjustments. Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and accounting records. Ensure timely and accurate completion of balance sheet reconciliations. Investigate and resolve reconciling items. Prepare supporting schedules for monthly management accounts. Provide financial commentary and analysis to support management reporting. Statutory Accounts & External Audit Lead the preparation of annual statutory accounts. Manage the external audit process from planning through to completion. Act as the main point of contact for auditors. Prepare audit schedules and working papers. Coordinate responses to audit queries and ensure deadlines are met. Support the preparation of information required for partnership tax computations. Partnership Accounting Maintain partner capital and current account balances. Manage partner drawings, profit allocations and distributions. Maintain tax reserve balances and related reconciliations. Support activities relating to partner admissions, retirements and changes to profit-sharing arrangements. Financial Analysis & Insight Perform detailed variance analysis against budget, forecast and prior year. Investigate significant movements in revenue, costs and profitability. Assist with departmental profitability analysis. Provide ad-hoc financial reporting and analysis to support strategic decisions. Systems & Process Improvement Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and controls. Support enhancements to reporting systems and automation. Assist with finance system upgrades and implementations. To be successful Essential ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent). Strong technical accounting knowledge, including UK GAAP and FRS 102. Experience preparing statutory accounts and supporting external audits. Strong financial reporting and general ledger expertise. Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and data analysis. Experience managing balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls. Desirable Experience within a professional services, partnership or law firm environment. Experience with partnership accounting and partner balance management. Experience using accounting and practice management systems 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.

We are recruiting for an Audit & Accounts Senior / Semi Senior to join the team of a successful, independent accountancy firm. The ideal candidate will be qualified ACCA or ACA with experience gained within a UK accountancy practice. The firm will consider application from those at Senior or Semi Senior level. 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. Within this role, the Audit & Accounts Senior / Semi Senior will plan, lead and deliver high quality audit services to corporate clients, whilst supporting managers and partners and supervising junior team members. As Audit & Accounts Senior / Semi Senior your responsibilities will include: Support partners and managers in delivering a high-quality audit service to clients, together with related compliance and advisory matters Plan, complete and supervise audit assignments at client sites or remotely, liaising with clients to obtain relevant information for audit and accounts assignments Identify audit risks, technical matters and key completion points, escalating issues to the Partner or Manager on a timely basis Prepare audit files, working papers, statutory accounts and completion documentation Assist with higher-level technical audit, accounts and related compliance work for clients Monitor the quality and progress of assignments in line with agreed budgets and deadlines Record chargeable time accurately and work efficiently to support appropriate recovery levels Support trainees through on-the-job coaching, supervision and review of their assignments Identify points for the Partner or Manager to raise with clients Finalise paperwork for dispatch to clients and HMRC in a timely manner, ensuring required deadlines and quality standards are met Manage and deliver ad hoc projects and assignments as required In addition to the duties above, the successful candidate will attend relevant training courses and continuing professional development activities appropriate to the role. Please do apply for this role if you satisfy the following criteria: Be ACA or ACCA qualified with significant audit, accounts and financial reporting experience gained within a UK accountancy firm Strong audit planning, analytical and problem-solving skills with an in-depth knowledge of UK auditing standards, audit methodology and file completion requirements Good general IT skills, including MS Office and audit and accounting software Excellent communication skills Ability to supervise assignments, review work and deliver audit files Working knowledge of relevant business taxes Experience of leading assignments and supervising junior staff Live within a commutable distance from the office location Willing to work extra hours if required Submit your CV for this Audit & Accounts Senior / Semi Senior role Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship , either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa. Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

We are recruiting for an Audit & Accounts Senior / Semi Senior to join the team of a successful, independent accountancy firm. The ideal candidate will be qualified ACCA or ACA with experience gained within a UK accountancy practice. The firm will consider application from those at Senior or Semi Senior level. 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. Within this role, the Audit & Accounts Senior / Semi Senior will plan, lead and deliver high quality audit services to corporate clients, whilst supporting managers and partners and supervising junior team members. As Audit & Accounts Senior / Semi Senior your responsibilities will include: Support partners and managers in delivering a high-quality audit service to clients, together with related compliance and advisory matters Plan, complete and supervise audit assignments at client sites or remotely, liaising with clients to obtain relevant information for audit and accounts assignments Identify audit risks, technical matters and key completion points, escalating issues to the Partner or Manager on a timely basis Prepare audit files, working papers, statutory accounts and completion documentation Assist with higher-level technical audit, accounts and related compliance work for clients Monitor the quality and progress of assignments in line with agreed budgets and deadlines Record chargeable time accurately and work efficiently to support appropriate recovery levels Support trainees through on-the-job coaching, supervision and review of their assignments Identify points for the Partner or Manager to raise with clients Finalise paperwork for dispatch to clients and HMRC in a timely manner, ensuring required deadlines and quality standards are met Manage and deliver ad hoc projects and assignments as required In addition to the duties above, the successful candidate will attend relevant training courses and continuing professional development activities appropriate to the role. Please do apply for this role if you satisfy the following criteria: Be ACA or ACCA qualified with significant audit, accounts and financial reporting experience gained within a UK accountancy firm Strong audit planning, analytical and problem-solving skills with an in-depth knowledge of UK auditing standards, audit methodology and file completion requirements Good general IT skills, including MS Office and audit and accounting software Excellent communication skills Ability to supervise assignments, review work and deliver audit files Working knowledge of relevant business taxes Experience of leading assignments and supervising junior staff Live within a commutable distance from the office location Willing to work extra hours if required Submit your CV for this Audit & Accounts Senior / Semi Senior role Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship , either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa. Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

A sector leading manufacturing group has a new vacancy for a Graduate Accountant to join the team. Offering excellent career development opportunities, you will work closely with the Finance Manager and finance team, assisting with day-to-day accounting activities while developing a strong understanding of manufacturing finance and cost accounting. The Role Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts. Complete the daily banking and update the cashbook. Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations. Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as required. Assist with inventory reconciliations and stock valuations. Help analyse manufacturing costs and variances. Prepare financial reports and management information. Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes. Support the year-end audit and statutory reporting requirements. Ensure financial records are accurate and maintained in accordance with company policies. Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and controls. The Person Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related discipline. Strong analytical and numerical skills. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Good communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. A proactive and positive attitude.

Group Financial Controller - Hinckley Up to £65,000 Full Time, Office Based For many qualified accountants, becoming a Financial Controller is the natural next step, but genuine opportunities to make that move don't come along very often. This is one of them. We're working with a rapidly expanding international business that has already established itself as a market leader and is now entering an exciting new phase of growth. With ambitious plans to significantly increase turnover over the coming years, they're investing heavily in their people, systems and leadership team to build a finance function capable of supporting that journey. Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, this is an opportunity to take your first step into a Group Financial Controller position, giving you exposure well beyond a traditional Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant role. You'll have the chance to influence the future of the finance function, support major business change and develop into a senior finance leader as the business continues to grow. This is an environment for ambitious people who enjoy being challenged, embrace change and want to play a genuine part in shaping the future of a business, rather than simply maintaining the status quo. The Role You'll take ownership of financial control across multiple entities, ensuring accurate reporting, strong controls and high quality financial information for the wider business. Alongside managing and developing members of the finance team, you'll also play a key role in several strategic projects, including the implementation of a new ERP system Key responsibilities include: Leading the month end close and management reporting process Maintaining balance sheet integrity and strengthening financial controls Supporting statutory accounts, audit and VAT compliance Managing and developing members of the finance team Supporting cashflow reporting and working capital improvements Driving process improvements and finance transformation initiatives Playing a key role in the ERP implementation We're looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong technical accounting skills, excellent Excel capability and the ambition to step into their first Financial Controller position. Experience within a fast paced commercial environment and exposure to ERP implementations would be advantageous, but attitude, resilience and the desire to learn are just as important. If you're ready to take the next step in your finance career and want to grow alongside an ambitious business with significant plans for the future, I'd love to hear from you.

Are you ready to step into a Manager role with a brand-new team in a brand-new office, for a leading independent practice? A leading Firm of Accountants have opened an office in Liverpool and are looking for an Audit Manager to join their expanding team, paying a salary of £57,000 - £65,000 depending upon experience and level. The Firm specialises in Owner Managed Business, Corporate clients, SME's and Charities and Academies. This position has arisen purely down to growth and expansion of the audit department. With 11 Partners and over 90 staff, their growth plans will provide lots of opportunity to get to Director and/or Partner level for the right people. Benefits for the Audit Manager include: Hybrid and flexible working Performance based Bonus 27 days holiday plus bank holidays Birthday off Life Assurance Free parking Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Health and wellbeing programme To be successful as an Audit Manager you will. . Be ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent Significant auditing experience Experience reviewing financial statements Experience of coaching junior members of audit staff Your responsibilities as an Audit Manager will include Manage a portfolio of clients, reporting to Directors and Partners Reviewing statutory year-end accounts Briefing and overseeing staff on assignments, providing training Attending and presenting audit planning and closing audit meetings Recruitment and business development If this Audit Manager role sounds perfect for you, then APPLY NOW

The Skills You'll Need: Food Technology, HACCP, BRC, Quality Assurance Your New Salary: £38-40k Location: Gatwick area Duration: Permanent Job status : Hybrid: 3 days a week in office, 2 days WFH Working hours : 37.5 h per week/ Monday - Friday, 9am - 5.30pm Who you'll be working for: A multinational global dairy producer. Food Technologist - What you'll be doing: Support the Technical Account Manager (TAM) in ensuring customers' needs and expectations are met, in building strong relationships with them, providing excellent customer service and driving the customers' technical agenda to improve performance. Provide technical support to other functions within the company to retain current business and to gain new business, whilst ensuring food safety & quality is not compromised. Responsible for the day-to-day management of the allocated customer technical accounts: Manage Own Label (OL) NPD - From agreed listing to launch & post launch Monitor the quality of the products ensuring they meet the specifications and QAS at all times Manage customers' technical requirements: ensure updates & changes are tracked, interpreted, summarised and passed on to TAM for implementation Customers' ethical / CSR requirements: updates, changes & requests passed on to colleagues responsible for these topics. Build strong and proactive relationships with customers; meeting expectations, requirements, requests and tasks by the deadlines set Manage customers' technical websites Complete technical customers' specifications with all the relevant attachments required, ensuring they are up-to-date at all times. Complete & send all documents / reports required by customers (QAS, KPIs, CoC, CoA, 3rd party certificates & reports, panels, scorecards, allergens questionnaires, supplier questionnaires) Organise customers' audits & visits as per plan, attend (physically or remotely) and close the reports on time, with the support of the TAM if required Prepare and attend (physically or remotely) any routine customer meetings, follow up on the agreed actions until closed off Support TAM / Customer Technical Lead (CTL) - Head of Group technical projects & customer experience (HGC) for any tasks as and when required Build strong & proactive relationships with company factories & divisions, co-manufacturers and depots ensuring the customer needs & expectations are met Manage branded NPD information and documentation: complete Internal specifications, NPD check-list, PIF, rework documentation Check and comment on artworks and assets, to ensure they are legal in the UK and in line with specifications With the support of the CTL - HGC (where applicable), attend the NPD project meetings and ensure the products comply with food quality, safety and legal expectations. For allocated customer technical accounts, manage customer complaints: log, investigate, respond to the customer, assign costs and responsibilities, close off in a timely manner Support the TAMs / CTLs - HGC (where applicable) for product withdrawals & recalls, as and when required Hold and release products from depot as and when required Support the TAM with issues raised by depots (temperatures, wrong SKUs, labelling) for OL and brands allocated as and when required Manage samples Complete organoleptic assessments on a variety of dairy products, mainly cheese, butter & cream Work in partnership with Business Units ensuring technical topics are embedded in any day-to-day work Gather 3rd party certificates & reports for all factories and distribute as necessary Take an active role in business cross-functional projects Raise awareness of issues related to food safety, legal and quality risks on products to TAM Support the business and participate with CSR related topics as and when required Organise, prepare and lead the trained panel Manage consumers calls and log complaints Food Technologist - The Skills You'll Need to Succeed: Food science degree or equivalent Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Food Safety (HACCP) & BRC Experience with UK retailers and food services specifications systems Experience in providing excellent customer service Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with people at different levels Ability to challenge others in a respectful way Strong levels of analytical & curiosity & ability to cross-check information Good at planning and organizing workload to meet deadlines Ability to work as part of a team and to work on own initiative Attention to detail Good verbal and written communication skills Ability to deliver pro- active and reactive support Proficiency using key software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) Be able to travel in the UK & EU as and when required Clean driving license (1 year +) We would be grateful if you could send your CV as a Word document. If your application is successful, you will be contacted within 7 days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs. Please note that we can only consider candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and are able to provide relevant supporting documentation. People First is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, year of birth, relationship status or whether or not they have a disability. People First (Recruitment) Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent and fixed term contract recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Please note that by applying for this job you accept our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.

About the Company Navari Talent is partnering with a well-established investment and property business to recruit an experienced Accounts Payable Manager. Please note this role requires full time office attendance, ie 5 days per week in the office. This is an excellent opportunity to join a financially secure organisation with a long-term investment outlook, where you'll play a key role within a collaborative finance team. You'll oversee the Accounts Payable function while supporting payroll, employee expenses and the continuous improvement of financial processes. The Role As Accounts Payable Manager, you'll take ownership of the end-to-end purchase ledger, ensuring supplier payments, employee expenses and payroll administration are managed accurately and efficiently. Working closely with the wider finance team and key stakeholders across the business, you'll help maintain robust financial controls, build strong supplier relationships and identify opportunities to improve processes and systems. Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end Accounts Payable function. Lead and support the day-to-day operation of the purchase ledger. Process supplier invoices accurately and within agreed service levels. Prepare and process weekly and monthly payment runs. Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice discrepancies. Oversee employee expense claims, ensuring compliance with company policies. Support the monthly payroll process, liaising with HR and external payroll providers where required. Maintain supplier master data and employee records relating to expenses and payments. Assist with month-end close, including accruals, reconciliations and reporting. Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Monitor outstanding balances and proactively resolve aged items. Identify opportunities to streamline processes and strengthen financial controls. Ensure compliance with internal policies, audit requirements and financial procedures. About You We're looking for an organised and proactive finance professional with strong Accounts Payable experience and a passion for delivering an efficient finance service. You'll ideally have: Previous experience in Accounts Payable Strong knowledge of end-to-end purchase ledger processes. Experience supporting payroll and employee expenses. Previous experience supervising or mentoring team members is desirable. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Strong communication skills and the confidence to build relationships across the business. Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables and data reconciliation. Experience using ERP or property finance systems such as Yardi, MRI Software, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Unit4 (Agresso), COINS, SunSystems, Workday Financials or similar.

Senior Audit Manager - Leatherhead, Surrey £75,000 - £90,000 + Comprehensive Benefits PackageHybrid Working Flexible Working Senior Client Exposure A Senior Audit Manager opportunity in Leatherhead, Surrey offering London-quality client work, complex audit assignments and advisory exposure, without the daily commute. This role sits within an award-winning independent Accountancy and Tax practice with a strong client-focused culture and an exceptional portfolio of privately owned, entrepreneurial and international clients. The work is technically interesting, commercially varied and well-suited to an experienced audit professional who wants senior-level responsibility, Partner access and long-term career progression. Fletcher George is delighted to be supporting this appointment. The firm continues to enjoy significant success while retaining its independence, relationship-led approach and strong commitment to client service. Clients include entrepreneurial business owners, substantial privately owned groups, international organisations, high-net-worth individuals and businesses operating across sophisticated sectors including technology, financial services, property development, luxury retail, media and motorsport. Many of the assignments are complex and advisory-led, offering a breadth and depth of experience which is rare to find outside London. The Opportunity Working closely with the Audit Partners and Directors, you will take responsibility for a diverse portfolio of audit clients ranging from owner-managed businesses through to large and complex groups. Alongside statutory audit assignments, you will also have the opportunity to become involved in advisory and project-based work, including due diligence, investigations, valuations and complex financial reporting projects. This is a senior client-facing audit role offering regular access to business owners, Boards and senior decision-makers. It would suit an experienced Audit Senior Manager, Audit Manager or senior audit professional who enjoys both technical audit delivery and wider commercial advisory work. Key Responsibilities Managing a varied portfolio of audit clients across a range of sectors Leading audit planning, risk assessment and delivery from inception through to completion Acting as a key point of contact for clients and providing commercial and accounting support Working closely with Partners and Directors on client engagements and strategic matters Reviewing statutory financial statements prepared under UK GAAP, FRS 102 and IFRS Ensuring audits are delivered efficiently while maintaining high technical standards Supporting quality control initiatives and continuous improvement projects Managing, mentoring and developing junior team members Contributing to business development activity, proposals and new client opportunities Participating in wider advisory assignments, including due diligence, investigations and valuations Managing a varied portfolio of audit clients across a range of sectors Leading audit planning, risk assessment and delivery from inception through to completion Acting as a key point of contact for clients and providing commercial and accounting support Working closely with Partners and Directors on client engagements and strategic matters Reviewing statutory financial statements prepared under UK GAAP, FRS 102 and IFRS Ensuring audits are delivered efficiently while maintaining high technical standards Supporting quality control initiatives and continuous improvement projects Managing, mentoring and developing junior team members Contributing to business development activity, proposals and new client opportunities Participating in wider advisory assignments, including due diligence, investigations and valuations About You You will be ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualified and currently operating in a senior audit role within an accountancy practice. You may already be working as a Senior Audit Manager, Audit Manager, Audit & Accounts Senior Manager or Audit Associate Director, and you will be looking for a role which offers greater client exposure, technical challenge and long-term career development. You will bring: Extensive experience managing statutory audit assignments Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102 and IFRS Experience managing a varied audit portfolio Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management skills Commercial awareness and the ability to provide practical business advice Strong leadership, delegation and team development skills Excellent communication and project management skills A proactive, hands-on and collaborative approach The ability to work independently while supporting the wider audit team Exposure to transaction support, due diligence or other advisory-led assignments would be advantageous, although not essential. Salary and Benefits Salary guide set by Fletcher George of £75,000 - £90,000, depending on experience Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Comprehensive benefits package Exposure to an exceptional and varied client portfolio Opportunity to work closely with highly experienced Partners and Directors Advisory and project-based work alongside statutory audit assignments Genuine long-term career progression opportunities Modern offices and an excellent working environment Supportive, independent accountancy practice environment Location The role is based in Leatherhead, Surrey and is easily accessible from across Surrey and South West London, including Guildford, Epsom, Cobham, Esher, Weybridge, Woking, Reigate, Dorking, Kingston, Sutton, Croydon and South West London. For audit professionals currently commuting into Central London, this opportunity offers access to a genuinely impressive client portfolio, complex assignments and direct exposure to Partners and business owners, while allowing you to work closer to home. Next Steps Please apply now or contact Fletcher George for a confidential discussion about this Senior Audit Manager job in Leatherhead, Surrey. We would be pleased to discuss this opportunity, the wider Surrey and South West London audit market, and how this role could support your longer-term career plans. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK.

This Audit and Accounts job offers a career opportunity at Audit Manager or Audit and Accounts Assistant Manager level, within close proximity of Grantham, Newark-on-Trent, Bingham and Nottingham. The salary and job title is flexible and will of course depend on experience and qualification level, with benefits strong at this leading brand, plus great flexibility, hybrid working and a competitive salary. About the job Audit Manager or Assistant Manager This firm will consider anyone from Audit and Accounts Senior, up to Audit Manager. Ideally someone who is confident in dealing with client communication and able to go out onsite and lead audit fieldwork, even if not yet ready to manage the whole audit process. There will be development to reach this level on offer. The salary level is varied and would depend on experience and the firm are widely recognised, but growing strongly by blending being forward-thinking in approach, with traditional client and staff retention values. The job will include: Manage a client base comprising of compliance work and interesting advisory opportunities. Advise clients and think strategically Liaising with a diverse client base, ensuring trust and satisfaction. Team development, training and allocating staff resource Operate and manage commercially, to ensure compliance and interaction with other service lines Benefits and progression: Have impact and be recognised for the way the firm operates. Progression: Mentoring and real investment in your development. Strong salary, private healthcare, pension, life assurance, employee benefits scheme and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Hybrid/Flexible Working 25 days annual leave bank holidays Workplace pension Employee benefits scheme with retail discounts Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

We are recruiting for an Audit & Accounts Senior / Semi Senior to join the team of a successful, independent accountancy firm. The ideal candidate will be qualified ACCA or ACA with experience gained within a UK accountancy practice. The firm will consider application from those at Senior or Semi Senior level. 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. Within this role, the Audit & Accounts Senior / Semi Senior will plan, lead and deliver high quality audit services to corporate clients, whilst supporting managers and partners and supervising junior team members. As Audit & Accounts Senior / Semi Senior your responsibilities will include: Support partners and managers in delivering a high-quality audit service to clients, together with related compliance and advisory matters Plan, complete and supervise audit assignments at client sites or remotely, liaising with clients to obtain relevant information for audit and accounts assignments Identify audit risks, technical matters and key completion points, escalating issues to the Partner or Manager on a timely basis Prepare audit files, working papers, statutory accounts and completion documentation Assist with higher-level technical audit, accounts and related compliance work for clients Monitor the quality and progress of assignments in line with agreed budgets and deadlines Record chargeable time accurately and work efficiently to support appropriate recovery levels Support trainees through on-the-job coaching, supervision and review of their assignments Identify points for the Partner or Manager to raise with clients Finalise paperwork for dispatch to clients and HMRC in a timely manner, ensuring required deadlines and quality standards are met Manage and deliver ad hoc projects and assignments as required In addition to the duties above, the successful candidate will attend relevant training courses and continuing professional development activities appropriate to the role. Please do apply for this role if you satisfy the following criteria: Be ACA or ACCA qualified with significant audit, accounts and financial reporting experience gained within a UK accountancy firm Strong audit planning, analytical and problem-solving skills with an in-depth knowledge of UK auditing standards, audit methodology and file completion requirements Good general IT skills, including MS Office and audit and accounting software Excellent communication skills Ability to supervise assignments, review work and deliver audit files Working knowledge of relevant business taxes Experience of leading assignments and supervising junior staff Live within a commutable distance from the office location Willing to work extra hours if required Submit your CV for this Audit & Accounts Senior / Semi Senior role Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship , either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa. Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Finance Manager Location: Central Cardiff (On-site) Salary: Competitive + Benefits Are you an experienced Accounting Manager looking for your next challenge? Do you have a proven track record of leading high-performing transactional finance teams while driving process improvements and operational excellence? We're looking for a Finance Manager to lead our day-to-day finance operations from our Central Cardiff office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys developing people, improving processes and ensuring financial controls are delivered to the highest standard. The Role Reporting to the Head of Finance, you'll take ownership of the transactional finance function, leading a team responsible for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash Management and other core finance operations. You'll ensure the smooth running of the department while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, controls and performance. Key Responsibilities Lead, coach and develop the transactional finance team, creating a high-performance culture. Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, cash management and financial processing activities. Ensure accurate and timely month-end close activities relating to transactional finance. Monitor team performance, workloads and KPIs. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, implementing more efficient finance processes and controls. Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. Build effective relationships with stakeholders across the business. Support audits and assist with wider finance projects as required. Deputise for senior finance leadership where appropriate. About You We're looking for someone who combines strong people management skills with solid technical finance experience. You'll ideally have: Previous experience as an Accounting Manager, Finance Operations Manager or Transactional Finance Manager. A strong background managing transactional finance teams. Experience overseeing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and other finance operations. Excellent leadership and coaching skills with a passion for developing people. A proactive approach to improving processes and driving efficiencies. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. AAT qualified, part-qualified or fully qualified (ACCA, CIMA or ACA) would be advantageous but is not essential, depending on experience. Why Join Us? A varied leadership role with genuine autonomy. Opportunity to influence and improve finance operations. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Modern Central Cardiff offices. Competitive salary and benefits package. Excellent opportunities for career development. If you're an experienced Accounting Manager ready to take the next step into a Finance Manager role, we'd love to hear from you.

Senior Property Accountant - OUR CLIENT - Trident is partnering on an exclusive basis with a highly regarded international real estate investment and development business to appoint a Senior Accountant into its London-based European finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-capitalised, development-led real estate platform with a high-quality portfolio across major global cities. The role offers broad exposure across financial reporting, treasury, governance, budgeting, statutory compliance and strategic finance projects, working closely with senior finance leadership and stakeholders across multiple European jurisdictions. THE ROLE: This newly created Senior Property Accountant role will report to the European FD and will support the financial management and reporting of a European real estate portfolio. The position will suit a bright, motivated finance professional looking to broaden their experience within a collaborative and international property business. Key Responsibilities will include: Supporting financial reporting, governance and statutory compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Acting as a key liaison with third-party accounting providers, company secretarial teams and internal finance stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions. Partnering with the European Finance Director and Regional Finance Managers on financial reporting, analysis, strategic projects and business initiatives across a diverse European real estate portfolio. Overseeing company-level accounts payable processes, cash management and treasury administration. Supporting board, investor and management reporting across European entities and investments. Assisting with annual budgets, reforecasts and cash flow forecasting. Preparing quarterly debt compliance certificates and supporting lender reporting. Supporting the preparation and filing of annual financial statements and other statutory reporting, as well as the external audit process. Providing support on tax reporting by coordinating accounting records and finance information for external advisers. Supporting acquisitions, disposals, financial due diligence and wider strategic business initiatives. Supporting finance transformation, systems implementation and process improvement projects across the region. Working closely with regional finance teams and service providers to ensure consistency of reporting, controls and processes. THE PERSON: We are keen to speak with candidates who are studying towards ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent), with c.2-4 years' experience in accounting, audit or finance and seeking an 'in office' role. The successful candidate is likely to offer: A strong grounding in financial reporting, month-end and statutory accounting. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines across teams and time zones. Strong Excel skills and an interest in systems, automation and process improvement. A collaborative, proactive and detail-oriented approach. Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders across different functions and geographies. Previous real estate, property, fund, infrastructure or international finance exposure. Experience working with outsourced service providers or within a multi-jurisdictional finance environment would be beneficial. Why apply? This is a genuinely broad finance role within a high-quality real estate platform, offering exposure well beyond traditional accounting. You will gain experience across: Corporate and portfolio reporting. Treasury and cash management. Statutory reporting and audit. Budgeting and forecasting. Tax and debt compliance. Acquisitions, disposals and due diligence. Systems, process improvement and business transformation initiatives. Benefits Good performance bonus. Solid company Pension. Full suite of benefits including Health, Fitness Allowance, Life Insurance, etc. Study Package. It is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in real estate finance within an international, collaborative and well-regarded business. Discover Your Next Opportunity with Trident Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay updated on the latest real estate finance opportunities or browse current vacancies via our website. Every application is reviewed carefully and retained on our database for future opportunities. Whilst we are unable to respond to every applicant individually, if you have not heard from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion. Stay Ahead in the Market: Sign Up for Job Alerts - Be the first to hear about new openings. Register Your CV with our specialist team. Looking to Recruit? - Partner with us to secure top real estate finance talent.

Support the Account Manager in securing new maintenance contracts from existing and newly completed fit-out projects across the Group. Assist in developing relationships with Facilities Managers, Property Managers and targeted business parks and commercial buildings. Contribute to the process of securing new external maintenance contracts. Support the Account Manager in ensuring contracts are commercially viable, renewed where appropriate, and developed to maximise business opportunities and profitability. Identify opportunities to expand services within existing client accounts. Contract Management Assist in scheduling, preparing for and attending client meetings. Produce monthly and quarterly reports for client review meetings. Work closely with Coordinators and Engineers to ensure all necessary information is available for client reviews and service reporting. Support the management of contract costs to ensure profitability whilst maintaining quality and service standards. Assist in ensuring Joblogic contract information is accurate and up to date, including: Contract renewals o PPM schedules o Specialist maintenance visits o Quotations o Purchase orders Support the management of contract variations, ensuring client approvals, supplier coordination and accurate costing. Work closely with the Supervising Engineer to coordinate site audits, ensuring: Logbooks are maintained Certification is accurate and current Timesheets are completed correctly Works are delivered safely and to a high standard Assist in the delivery of M&E small works projects from initiation through to completion, in line with company procedures. Support project profitability by monitoring costs, performance and outcomes against company targets. Liaise with the wider team to ensure risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) are in place where required. Coordination & Team Support Work closely with Maintenance Coordinators, providing day-to-day support across the client portfolio. Conduct regular reviews with Maintenance Coordinators to ensure contracts are being serviced effectively and client expectations are being met. Assist in compiling contractual PPM schedules, quotations and supporting documentation ready for implementation within Joblogic.

Finance Manager - Pudsey, Leeds, LS28 West Yorkshire Salary £45,000 - £55,000 + 10% annual bonus Flexible working - finish at 1pm on Fridays Permanent Full time Office based role. Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are recruiting for an experienced Finance Manager who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and loves improving processes, strengthening controls, and supporting a business as it scales. This role gives you full ownership of the finance function day-to-day, leading a team of four with two direct reports, and acting as a trusted partner to senior leadership. The Opportunity You'll oversee all financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, strong governance, and meaningful insight that helps the business grow while minimising risk. From month-end to budgeting, cash forecasting to audit, you'll be the person the board relies on for clarity, challenge, and commercial guidance. Key Responsibilities Month-end leadership - drive a smooth close and deliver accurate, consolidated management accounts and KPI reporting. Board reporting - produce packs leadership genuinely use to make decisions. Balance sheet control - maintain robust reconciliations and resolve outstanding items promptly. Cost management - partner with departmental managers to review overheads and support smart spending decisions. Budgeting & forecasting - assist with annual budgets and quarterly forecasts across P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and working capital. Team leadership - motivate, coach, and develop your team to create a high-performing, collaborative culture. Cash forecasting & debtor finance - monitor debtors and working capital, providing accurate weekly data to senior leadership. Stock & manufacturing analysis - lead annual stock counts, variance reporting and analysis of manufacturing data including costed BOMs and new product development costs. Audit & compliance - act as main contact for auditors; ensure VAT, Deferred VAT/Duty and PVA are recorded correctly. Payroll support - work with the Financial Accountant on in-house payroll and headcount reporting. Fixed assets - maintain the Fixed Asset Register and depreciation policies. What Good Looks Like Timely, accurate reporting that supports decision-making. A finance team culture built on collaboration, clarity, and continuous improvement. Streamlined processes that remove non-value-added activity. Proactive financial support to directors and operational teams. Skills & Experience CIMA/ACCA qualified or qualified by experience Experience operating at SMT level Strong team management background Advanced Excel/data manipulation skills Manufacturing sector experience desirable but not essential ERP implementation exposure (desirable) Benefits £45,000 - £55,000 salary 10% annual bonus 26 days holiday + bank holidays Free onsite parking or parking nearby Pension - company matches up to 5% Staff welfare facilities & mental health support Company fun days/events Flexible working - finish at 1pm every Friday Friendly, supportive team of four Location Pudsey - easily commutable from Leeds, Bradford, and surrounding areas. If you would like to apply for the role of Finance Manager, then please email your CV. Closing date is 16.8.2026 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications. Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of its client. By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website. Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment, and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future

Assistant Finance Manager Location: Thirsk Salary: £35,000 - £37,000 per annum (depending on experience) Hours: Full-time, permanent. 4 day working week Monday - Thursday Are you an experienced and proactive finance professional looking for a varied and rewarding role? We re looking for an Assistant Finance Manager to join our clients busy and supportive finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working across all aspects of finance and wants to make a real impact in a growing SME. There is scope for career development and to undertake further qualifications if desired. The Role As a key member of the finance team, you ll play a central role in producing accurate and timely financial information, supporting management with insightful reporting, and ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day finance operation. Your responsibilities will include: Producing month-end financial accounts, including prepayments, accruals, and fixed asset reconciliations. Preparing variance and spend analysis reports to support financial decision-making. Managing the monthly payroll process to ensure accuracy and compliance. Overseeing stock valuation and monitoring cost trends. Running credit checks and maintaining strong credit control procedures. Supervising finance team members and providing support with ad hoc finance matters. Maintaining accurate staff absence and holiday records. Supporting the Finance Director with VAT returns, budgeting, and year-end audits (depending on experience). About You We re looking for someone who is: AAT Level 4 qualified, part qualified CIMA or ACCA or qualified by experience. Experienced in a broad accounting role, ideally within an SME environment. Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail. A team player with a flexible and proactive attitude. Proficient in Microsoft Office especially Excel and familiar with accounting packages. Salary and Benefits Competitive salary between £35,000 - £37,000 , depending on experience. A four-day working week, Monday Thursday 7 30. A supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunities for professional development and growth. Study supported for additional qualifications AAT, CIMA, ACCA If you re a motivated finance professional who enjoys variety, responsibility, and being part of a close-knit team, we d love to hear from you. Apply now! or contact Louise Unity Resourcing for more information.

Your new company A progressive accountancy practice providing tailored support to businesses and individuals across accounts, tax, audit, and advisory services. The firm combines technical expertise with a proactive, client-focused approach to help organisations stay compliant and grow with confidence.Having expanded through strategic acquisitions, the practice continues to strengthen its capabilities, broaden its sector reach, and enhance client service. With a focus on innovation and long-term relationships, it has built a strong reputation for reliability, insight, and results. Your new role My client is seeking an experienced Senior Manager to join our growing accountancy practice, leading a diverse portfolio of audit and accounts clients while acting as a Responsible Individual (RI). This is a key leadership role with genuine progression potential for the right person.You'll oversee a high-performing team, take ownership of complex assignments, and play a central part in shaping the future of our audit offering. If you're looking for a role where your expertise is valued, your judgement trusted, and your career can accelerate, this is it.What You'll Be Doing Audit Leadership - Oversee and sign off statutory audits as an RI, ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance. Portfolio Management - Manage a varied portfolio of SME and mid-market clients across multiple sectors. Accounts Oversight - Review and finalise year-end accounts, ensuring accuracy and high-quality client delivery. Team Development - Mentor, coach, and support managers and seniors, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Client Advisory - Provide strategic insights, technical guidance, and commercial recommendations to clients. Practice Development - Contribute to business development, tendering, and strengthening client relationships. What you'll need to succeed Qualified ACA/ACCA with significant post-qualification experience. Current RI status. Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, ISA standards, and audit regulation. Proven experience managing audit and accounts teams within practice. Excellent communication, leadership, and client-relationship skills. A proactive mindset and the ambition to progress to Director level. What you'll get in return A supportive, collaborative culture where your expertise is recognised. Hybrid working and flexibility. Competitive salary, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits. The chance to influence and modernise our audit function. 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 on 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

Finance Manager Up to 55k Permanent Full time office based - Wednesbury Are you an experienced Finance Manager looking for a stable, long-term opportunity where you can make a genuine contribution? Working closely with the CFO, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a well-functioning finance department, lead a small team, and provide the financial control and insight that underpins business performance. We're looking for a confident and hands-on finance professional who enjoys responsibility, values accuracy and process, and wants to be part of a supportive and established business where you can add value from day one. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Control Prepare monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules. Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes. Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and internal financial policies. Maintain and enhance robust financial controls and governance procedures. Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting to senior stakeholders. Budgeting & Forecasting Support the CFO in preparing annual budgets and rolling forecasts. Provide meaningful variance analysis and commentary on financial performance. Assist with financial planning and decision-support activities across the business. Cash Flow & Working Capital Management Monitor and manage daily cash flow requirements. Prepare short and long-term cash flow forecasts. Drive improvements in working capital through effective management of debtors, creditors, and inventory. Audit, Tax & Compliance Coordinate the annual audit process and act as the key contact for external auditors. Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts. Ensure compliance with VAT, corporation tax, and other regulatory requirements. Liaise with external advisors where appropriate. Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and develop the wider transactional finance team. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and high performance. Support succession planning and ongoing development within the finance function. Systems & Process Improvement Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting efficiency. Support the ongoing development and enhancement of Microsoft Dynamics and related systems. Drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function. About You Qualified by Experience or qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA). Proven experience within a Finance Manager, Financial Controller, or similar leadership role. Strong technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge. Hands-on approach with excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Ideally but not essential experience within a manufacturing, distribution, or stock-based environment. Previous experience within an SME business. What's in it for You? Salary up to 55k Full time office based Opportunity to work closely with an experienced CFO. Key role in influencing business performance and growth. Leadership responsibility within a collaborative and supportive environment. Significant exposure to process improvement and strategic projects. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.