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Junior Bookkeeper Location: Bromsgrove (Office Based) Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum We are looking for a proactive and organised Junior Bookkeeper to join our finance team based in Bromsgrove. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their bookkeeping career while working alongside and supporting an experienced Senior Bookkeeper. You will gain exposure to all aspects of the finance function, assisting with the day-to-day running of the accounts department and playing an important role in ensuring accurate financial records. Junior Bookkeeper Key Responsibilities Support the Senior Bookkeeper with daily finance activities Perform bank reconciliations across multiple accounts Assist with purchase ledger processing and supplier payments Maintain the sales ledger and support credit control activities Help prepare and submit VAT returns Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes Monitor cash flow and reconcile balances Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation Support balance sheet reconciliations and fixed asset records Assist with management reporting and financial analysis Help process payroll, pensions and HMRC administration (training provided if required) Support accounting for e-commerce platforms including Shopify, PayPal, Stripe and Klarna Assist with foreign currency transactions and multi-currency accounting Carry out general finance administration and other ad hoc duties as required The successful Junior Bookkeeper will ideally have Previous experience in a bookkeeping or accounts assistant role Good understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations Knowledge of VAT principles Strong Microsoft Excel and general IT skills Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn Ability to work independently as well as part of a small finance team In return you will receive a Salary of £28,000 - £30,000 , depending on experience Office-based role in Bromsgrove Ongoing training and mentoring from an experienced Senior Bookkeeper Opportunity to broaden your accounting knowledge and develop your career Friendly and supportive working environment Opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the finance function If you're looking to build a long-term career in finance and bookkeeping, we'd love to hear from you. Please click APPLY with your updated CV and I will be in touch soon

Job Title Client Manager Location Stoke-on-Trent Salary £48,000 - £56,000 An ambitious and growing accountancy firm is looking to appoint a Client Services Manager to join its expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice professional who enjoys building strong client relationships, leading high-performing teams and delivering exceptional service. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you'll manage your own portfolio of clients while playing a key role in developing both people and the wider business. The firm offers a collaborative culture, genuine career progression and the chance to make a real impact. What you will be doing as a Client Manager Managing a diverse portfolio of clients, both OMBs and SMEs, acting as their primary point of contact. Building and maintaining long-term client relationships through excellent service and trusted advice. Reviewing and overseeing the preparation of statutory accounts and related assignments completed by the team. Managing workflow to ensure deadlines and quality standards are consistently met. Working closely with Directors and colleagues across the business to deliver a seamless client experience. Identifying opportunities to provide additional services and supporting business development activities. Leading, mentoring and developing members of the accounts team. Supporting the continued growth of the firm through excellent client retention and relationship management. What you will need to succeed as a Client Manager ACA or ACCA qualification. Previous experience working as an Assistant Manager or Manager within an accountancy practice. Experience managing a portfolio of owner-managed business clients. Strong technical accounting knowledge and excellent commercial awareness. Previous experience reviewing work and managing junior team members. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience using CCH would be advantageous, although not essential. Why join this firm? Competitive salary. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Generous annual leave, including an additional day off for your birthday. Company pension scheme. Tailored learning and development programmes. Health and wellbeing initiatives, including mental health support. Paid volunteering day. A friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment with genuine opportunities for career progression. What next? The client is keen to start interviewing NOW! So, if you are interested, please apply ASAP! As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

Are you a part-qualified Assistant Accountant, seeking an innovative, forward-looking firm that will invest in your future career prospects? If you're a practice professional actively studying or a finance professional in industry looking for more than just another accounts production role, this role in Milton Keynes is exactly the move you've been waiting for. As a Part Qualified Assistant Accountant, you'll take ownership of your own client portfolio, becoming a trusted adviser rather than simply preparing year-end accounts. You'll have the opportunity to build meaningful client relationships, provide practical business advice and genuinely make a positive contribution. It's a career opportunity that offers greater responsibility, a supportive team culture within a practice that are ahead of the curve with processes and implementing technology. If you enjoy variety, autonomy, and are keen to progress your career, you won't want to miss this! Role Overview Manage your own portfolio of annual accounts from planning through to final submission Meet with clients to review accounts, provide advice, and identify additional support where appropriate Assist clients with pre-year end tax planning and ad hoc projects when required Mentor and support junior team members, providing guidance and feedback Make full use of modern accounting technology and software to deliver an efficient service The Ideal Candidate Practice accountancy experience with confidence preparing statutory accounts Part qualified & actively studying ACA or ACCA or AAT Level 4 qualified IT skills including Excel and any accounts software (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, IRIS etc) Comfortable managing multiple deadlines while maintaining excellent attention to detail What's on Offer A starting salary up to £36,000, depending upon experience A full funded study support package Genuine long-term career progression opportunities Hybrid working from home days Family orientated office culture that value transparency and possesses a clear vision Smart, rural and modern office space in Milton Keynes Ongoing professional development and training Opportunity to broaden your advisory experience Additional benefits include free onsite parking, pensions etc Register your interest by applying today or call Luke or Richard on to discuss this opportunity further, always in complete confidence. Addington Ball is a specialist finance and accounting recruitment consultancy covering the Midlands and Northern Home counties. We are a member of TEAM and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job ref - ABJ/251464 - Part Qualified Accountant

We are recruiting for a new job opportunity with an accountancy firm based in Leicester, who are hiring for an Audit Semi-Senior to Audit Senior / Assistant Manager. To an extent, the role can be moulded to suit the successful applicant, and salary will be dependent on experience. This firm have a strong portfolio of clients, including some larger, more complex work to expand your skill-set and offer excellent experience alongside studies. They are a sizeable firm, with the scale and size to offer good pay, strong benefits, and real career progression. Benefits: Competitive salary Study support Flexible working hours 25 days holiday bank holidays Free parking Company pension Responsibilities: You will take ownership for the audit of a client reporting directly to the Manager, Director or Partners You will prepare audit files to the required standard Liaison with the Tax Department on any tax related matters Preparation of statutory and non-statutory accounts Delegation of assignments and supervision of junior members of staff, followed by review of the work performed Drafting of journals requiring you to understand fairly complex accounting principles The completion of the assignment in accordance with the budget with any variations being promptly recorded Requirements: Qualified or working towards the ACA, ACCA qualification or AAT studier / qualified Related experience from an accountancy firm

RM Recruit is recruiting on behalf of our Nottingham based client, who are looking for an experienced Senior Client Accountant to spearhead an exciting period of growth on a permanent basis. Our client is expanding rapidly and needs a skilled professional to lead the financial setup and onboarding of a major new portfolio. This role offers excellent long-term career progression, with immediate plans to build a dedicated sub-team around this position. Main duties include: Taking full ownership of the financial mobilisation for 20 to 25 new properties ahead of their go-live date. Setting up 23 new properties from scratch, inputting all leases and tenant data onto the system. Acting as the primary financial contact and working closely with external managing agents. Service Charge Management: Managing end-to-end service charge accounts and reconciliations. Working with senior management to recruit, onboard, and manage two junior accounts assistants to support the growing portfolio. Business Partnering with wider stakeholders in translating complex jargon to non finance stakeholders Project accounting including working with other areas of the business to support review and spend As the ideal candidate, you will have proven experience as a Senior Client Accountant or Senior Property Accountant. Strong, demonstrable experience in property mobilisation and onboarding new portfolios is preferred however not essential. Ideally, you will have a solid background in service charge accounting and experience using property management software (TRAMPS experience is highly desirable, though other systems will be considered). You will be proactive by nature and have a structured approach with the ability to work independently to tight deadlines. Our client offers a competitive package including hybrid working 2/3 days per week in the office. This role represents an excellent opportunity for you to build, shape, and lead your own sub-team whilst working in a supportive and progressive business. RM Recruit is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will treat all applicants equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, age, disability, race, religion, pregnancy, ethnic or national origin.

Your new company Working for one of the oldest traditional practices in Wales. They have recently been involved in the purchase of another firm and have an excellent reputation within Wales. You will be an Audit Assistant Manager or an Audit Manager looking for a new role. Your new role Planning and delivery of audit/accounts jobs Supervise junior staff during the audit and review their work Deliver the audit file to the partner in a timely manner Identify cross-selling opportunities and potential management letter points Manage client communication in an effective manner Monitor your chargeability and your assignment budgets proactively Coach other staff for improved performance and technical development Mentor audit and accounts trainees and contribute to the office's training and development programme. What you'll need to succeed Prior experience working in an Audit role ACA/ACCA qualified What you'll get in return Free Parking in an excellent central location Up to 60,000 salary Hybrid and flexible working 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 (url removed)

Our client, an established firm of Chartered Accountants in Central London is looking to recruit an Accounts & Audit Manager. Known for their quality-driven approach and supportive culture, they provide tailored Audit, Accounts, and Tax services to a diverse portfolio of SMEs, owner-managed businesses, and corporate clients across exciting sectors including Media, Property, and Technology. Due to continued growth and new business wins, they are seeking an ambitious Accounts & Audit Manager to take ownership of a client portfolio and contribute towards the smooth running of the department. As an Audit & Accounts Manager, you will work closely with Partners to deliver high-quality services. This is a "general practice" role, expected to be split between statutory accounts preparation / advisory (80%) and audit (20%). Responsibilities will include: - Portfolio Management: Managing a varied portfolio of accounts and audit clients, building strong client relationships. - Audit Delivery: Leading audits from planning through to completion, ensuring compliance with IFRS and UK GAAP/ISA standards. - Review Work: Reviewing statutory accounts, audit files, and tax computations prepared by junior team members. - Team Leadership: Mentoring and developing seniors and trainees, conducting reviews, and overseeing workload management. - Client Advisory: Acting as a trusted advisor, handling day-to-day queries, and identifying opportunities for advisory work. - Workflow Management: Ensuring all work is delivered on time, within budget, and to a high technical standard. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, supportive team at a firm where several managers have progressed to partner. Staff enjoy hybrid working, flexible working hours and regular social events. To be considered for this role, you must: - Have a minimum of 6 years experience at a UK accountancy firm - Be either ACA or ACCA qualified - Have experience in accounts and audit - tax experience would be advantageous - Live within a commutable distance of Central London - Have good communication skills and be able to manage clients and juniors This position would suit either an experienced Accounts & Audit Manager or an Assistant Manager who is looking to take on more responsibility. If you are interested in this position and meet the above criteria, please apply today!

Your new company Working for one of the oldest traditional practices in Wales. They have recently been involved in the purchase of another firm and have an excellent reputation within Wales. You will be an Audit Assistant Manager or an Audit Manager looking for a new role. Your new role Planning and delivery of audit/accounts jobs Supervise junior staff during the audit and review their work Deliver click apply for full job details

Assistant Manager - Accounting and Financial Reporting Berkshire, Theale Permanent, Full-Time We are proud to be working with a boutique accounting and financial reporting firm, who are based near Reading and are on the search for an Accounting & Financial Reporting Assistant Manager. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys the technical challenge and variety of work associated with audit, and who is now looking for greater flexibility, a better work-life balance, and an exciting opportunity to help build the future of the fast-growing firm.Our client's team of specialists solve a wide range of complex problems for their clients across financial reporting, modelling and financial operations. Their client base ranges from fast-growing private-equity backed businesses through to listed companies and large multinational groups. What all their clients have in common is a high degree of complexity in their financial world. The firm works with their clients in a collaborative manner and form an extension of their finance teams when they are under the most pressure. About the role: We are looking for a technically minded, qualified accountant to join the firms' growing team of talented financial reporting and accounting specialists. If successful, you would work on a variety of projects for their diverse and ever-growing client base. These projects range from share-based payment accounting, listed company accounts preparation, consolidation rebuilds and acquisition accounting.You would be building sustainable working relationships with clients, whilst supporting the senior engagement team by coaching trainees and leading on the completion of more complex and judgemental client work.You can expect a lot of autonomy in this role, so the firm looks for people who will take initiative and seek out opportunities to continuously improve their current ways of working, whilst also supporting their own professional development. REPORTING TO: Business Directors QUALIFICATION: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified. KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE: Strong practical experience with IFRS & UK GAAP reporting frameworks, Ideally from a Top 10 or 20 Firm. Experience of undertaking client projects from planning to completion A track record of establishing & maintaining meaningful working relationships, both with internal colleagues and external clients Experience of coaching & delegation to more junior members of the team effectively Confidence in challenging yourself & others to complete high quality technical documentation Experience of writing technical papers & reports, and presenting their results to clients BENEFITS: 27 days holiday plus bank holidays Death in service benefit (4 x salary) Employer pension contributions matching the employee contributions up to 6% of basic salary Participation in discretionary bonus scheme Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

RM Recruit is recruiting on behalf of our Nottingham based client, who are looking for an experienced Senior Client Accountant to spearhead an exciting period of growth on a permanent basis. Our client is expanding rapidly and needs a skilled professional to lead the financial setup and onboarding of a major new portfolio. This role offers excellent long-term career progression, with immediate plans to build a dedicated sub-team around this position. Main duties include: Taking full ownership of the financial mobilisation for 20 to 25 new properties ahead of their go-live date. Setting up 23 new properties from scratch, inputting all leases and tenant data onto the system. Acting as the primary financial contact and working closely with external managing agents. Service Charge Management: Managing end-to-end service charge accounts and reconciliations. Working with senior management to recruit, onboard, and manage two junior accounts assistants to support the growing portfolio. Business Partnering with wider stakeholders in translating complex jargon to non finance stakeholders Project accounting including working with other areas of the business to support review and spend As the ideal candidate, you will have proven experience as a Senior Client Accountant or Senior Property Accountant. Strong, demonstrable experience in property mobilisation and onboarding new portfolios is preferred however not essential. Ideally, you will have a solid background in service charge accounting and experience using property management software (TRAMPS experience is highly desirable, though other systems will be considered). You will be proactive by nature and have a structured approach with the ability to work independently to tight deadlines. Our client offers a competitive package including hybrid working 2/3 days per week in the office. This role represents an excellent opportunity for you to build, shape, and lead your own sub-team whilst working in a supportive and progressive business. RM Recruit is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will treat all applicants equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, age, disability, race, religion, pregnancy, ethnic or national origin.

Your new company Respected, multi-office accountancy practice looking for a qualified Audit Senior/Assistant Manager to join their corporate team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a diverse client base in a supportive and professional environment that promotes a positive working culture, collaboration and a healthy work-life balance. Your new role In this role you will lead and deliver audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring work is completed to professional standards and within agreed deadlines. You will prepare audit files, statutory accounts and related compliance work, identifying audit risks and liaising directly with clients. Alongside this, you will support managers and partners, supervise and mentor junior team members, and contribute to the delivery of a high-quality audit service while identifying opportunities to add value for clients. There will be opportunities to work collaboratively with other colleagues across the corporate team and get involved in networking opportunities to develop your profile and skills. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this role, you must be ACA or ACCA qualified (or close to qualification) and must possess relevant UK accountancy practice experience. You will have recent audit and accounts experience, including leading assignments and reviewing junior team members' work. Strong knowledge and experience of UK auditing standards, financial reporting and accounts preparation is essential. You must be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, organisational skills, strong attention to detail and experience using audit and accounting software such as Inflo. What you'll get in return The successful individual will join a firm that has demonstrated ongoing organic growth and a positive working culture, and you'll join a well-regarded team with approachable managers and partners who will support your career ambitions within the firm. You'll benefit from ongoing professional development, exposure to a varied client portfolio, support from experienced professionals and genuine opportunities for career progression. You'll also enjoy a positive and collaborative working culture that values employee wellbeing, together with a strong work-life balance and flexibility to help you perform at your best both professionally and personally. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Junior Finance Analyst Liverpool (Hybrid Working) £30,000-£34,000 + Excellent Pension & Holidays Are you someone who enjoys working with numbers, spotting discrepancies and making sure data is accurate? We're looking for a Junior Finance Analyst to join a friendly finance team where you'll play an important role in producing financial information, reconciling data and supporting reporting processes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a couple of years' experience in a finance or accounts environment who enjoys analytical work and wants to continue developing their career. The Role Working within a collaborative finance team, you'll be responsible for ensuring financial information is accurate, complete and delivered to agreed deadlines. You'll work with colleagues across the organisation, helping maintain robust financial records and supporting regular reporting activities. Typical responsibilities include: Preparing and reconciling financial data Producing regular reports and spreadsheets Investigating and resolving data discrepancies Maintaining accurate financial records Supporting month-end and periodic reporting Analysing data and presenting findings clearly Working with colleagues across the business to gather information Assisting with process improvements to make reporting more efficient Supporting internal and external audit requests Ensuring deadlines are consistently achieved About You We're interested in hearing from people who have: A minimum of 2 years' experience in a finance, accounts or similar reporting environment Experience carrying out reconciliations and working with financial data Strong Microsoft Excel skills Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Good organisational and time management skills The ability to analyse information and investigate issues Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with colleagues across different departments A proactive approach with a desire to continually improve processes You may currently be working as an: Finance Assistant Accounts Assistant Finance Administrator Reporting Assistant Finance Officer Data Analyst MI Analyst Junior Finance Analyst What's on Offer Hybrid working Excellent training and development opportunities Generous holiday allowance Pension scheme A supportive team environment Opportunities to develop your analytical and finance skills If you're naturally organised, enjoy working with data and take pride in producing accurate work, we'd love to hear from you.

Are you a part-qualified Assistant Accountant, seeking an innovative, forward-looking firm that will invest in your future career prospects? If you're a practice professional actively studying or a finance professional in industry looking for more than just another accounts production role, this role in Milton Keynes is exactly the move you've been waiting for. As a Part Qualified Assistant Accountant, you'll take ownership of your own client portfolio, becoming a trusted adviser rather than simply preparing year-end accounts. You'll have the opportunity to build meaningful client relationships, provide practical business advice and genuinely make a positive contribution. It's a career opportunity that offers greater responsibility, a supportive team culture within a practice that are ahead of the curve with processes and implementing technology. If you enjoy variety, autonomy, and are keen to progress your career, you won't want to miss this! Role Overview Manage your own portfolio of annual accounts from planning through to final submission Meet with clients to review accounts, provide advice, and identify additional support where appropriate Assist clients with pre-year end tax planning and ad hoc projects when required Mentor and support junior team members, providing guidance and feedback Make full use of modern accounting technology and software to deliver an efficient service The Ideal Candidate Practice accountancy experience with confidence preparing statutory accounts Part qualified & actively studying ACA or ACCA or AAT Level 4 qualified IT skills including Excel and any accounts software (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, IRIS etc) Comfortable managing multiple deadlines while maintaining excellent attention to detail What's on Offer A starting salary up to £36,000, depending upon experience A full funded study support package Genuine long-term career progression opportunities Hybrid working from home days Family orientated office culture that value transparency and possesses a clear vision Smart, rural and modern office space in Milton Keynes Ongoing professional development and training Opportunity to broaden your advisory experience Additional benefits include free onsite parking, pensions etc Register your interest by applying today or call Luke or Richard on (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity further, always in complete confidence. Addington Ball is a specialist finance and accounting recruitment consultancy covering the Midlands and Northern Home counties. We are a member of TEAM and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job ref - ABJ/(phone number removed) - Part Qualified Accountant

This opportunity is ideally suited to an experienced Senior Accountant, Client Manager or Assistant Manager who enjoys building strong client relationships and is looking to take ownership of a varied portfolio within a friendly, independent accountancy practice. Whether you are ACA or ACCA qualified, nearly qualified, or qualified by experience, this role offers the chance to join a well established firm where your expertise will be valued and your career can continue to develop. Our client is a highly regarded independent accountancy practice based in Hailsham with a strong reputation for delivering expert accountancy and tax services to owner managed businesses and individuals across Sussex. Known for its personal approach and long standing client relationships, the firm provides a supportive and collaborative working environment with genuine flexibility through hybrid working. As Client Manager, you will be responsible for managing your own portfolio of clients, overseeing the preparation and review of statutory accounts, acting as a trusted advisor and working closely with the firm's tax specialists to deliver an outstanding client service. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys autonomy, client interaction and being a key part of a close knit team. Key Responsibilities Portfolio and Client Management Manage a portfolio of SME clients across a variety of industries Build and maintain strong long term client relationships Act as the main point of contact for clients, providing proactive advice and support Identify opportunities to add value and introduce additional services where appropriate Accounts Production Prepare and review statutory accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships Ensure accounts are completed accurately and in line with relevant accounting standards Review work prepared by junior members of the team where appropriate Assist clients with bookkeeping queries and accounting software Tax and Advisory Work alongside the firm's tax specialists to deliver a seamless client service Liaise with clients regarding corporation tax, personal tax and other compliance matters Provide general business advice and support to owner managed businesses Assist with ad hoc projects and advisory work as required Team Support Support and mentor junior members of the team Share technical knowledge and assist with training where appropriate Contribute to maintaining high quality standards across the practice Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure deadlines are met RequirementsSkills and Experience Required ACA or ACCA qualified, nearly qualified, or qualified by experience Previous experience working within an accountancy practice Strong experience preparing and reviewing statutory accounts Confident managing a portfolio of clients independently Excellent communication and relationship building skills Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines Knowledge of cloud accounting software such as Xero or QuickBooks would be advantageous BenefitsThe salary for this role is expected to be between 40,000 and 50,000, depending on experience. Hybrid Working: Flexible working arrangements available. Pension Scheme: Secure contributions to your pension. Varied Client Base: Work with a diverse portfolio of local businesses and individuals. Please contact Mark Sitton on (phone number removed), (url removed), or via LinkedIn for a confidential conversation. Refer a friend We're keen to remain the leading provider of the best accountancy talent in the South East. We are continually exploring ways to expand our network and we know that great candidates like you can introduce us to other equally brilliant people. We're looking to work with the best accountancy practice and tax staff in the South East so if your friends, family or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and can demonstrate relevant experience, we'd love to speak to them. For every candidate you refer and we subsequently place into a permanent position, we will give you up to 500 of Love2Shop vouchers. (Terms & Conditions apply.)

Are you ACA or ACCA qualified with at least 12 months post-qualified experience? Would you like to join a firm which can allow you to develop your managerial experience? Our client is a leading firm of Chartered Accountants based in a prime Central London location. Following a strong period of growth, they would like to take on an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant. The firm provides accountancy services to high profile clients across a range of sectors including: health & beauty, tech, media, entertainment and HNWIs. Your responsibilities as Assistant Manager will include: - Managing a growing portfolio of clients - Reviewing statutory accounts prepared by juniors for sole traders, limited companies and partnerships - Completing / reviewing VAT returns - Preparing tax returns - Assisting clients with day to day queries - Ad hoc project work - Supervising junior members of the accounts team and delegating work The ideal candidate will already be working as an Assistant Manager or Supervisor at an established firm. Experienced Accounts Seniors and Senior Accountants will also be considered. You will be looking for a client-facing role working with an exciting client base and have great opportunities for progression. To be considered for this opportunity, you must: - Be ACCA / ACA qualified with at least 12 months post-qualified experience - Have a minimum of 5 years experience at a UK accountancy firm - Have extensive experience of preparing/reviewing year end accounts under FRS 102 Staff at the firm enjoy flexible working and an excellent benefits package. If this role appeals to you and you feel that you have the required experience, please apply today!

Are you an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant? Would you like to support some of the biggest names in entertainment with their day-to-day finances and accounting? Our client, an established accountancy firm based in London's West End, provides accountancy services to clients in the media & entertainment industry. They are recognised as leaders in their field and count some of the world's best known actors, film directors, musicians and production companies amongst their clients. As an Assistant Manager, you will be assigned a portfolio of clients to manage and will be jointly responsible for supervising juniors on the team. Responsibilities will include: - Overseeing bookkeeping for all of the individuals and companies in your portfolio, including accounts payable and accounts receivable and ensuring that quarterly VAT returns are prepared and submitted - Acting as a 'business manager' for high profile clients; looking after their personal finances - Month end accounting, preparing/reviewing management accounts - DESIRABLE: statutory accounts preparation/review for limited companies under FRS 102 1a and FRS 105 - Dealing with entertainment-specific tax, such as withholding tax for entertainers, FEU returns and Creative Industry Tax Reliefs (CITR) - Providing ongoing advice to clients regarding their accounts, taxes and obligations and liaising with the tax team when necessary Staff at the firm enjoy flexible working hours, hybrid working and excellent opportunities for progression. You will be joining a friendly and supportive team who truly enjoy their work. To be considered for this opportunity, you must: - Have a minimum of 5 years experience at a UK accountancy firm - Be ACA or ACCA qualified - Live within a commutable distance of London This role would suit someone currently working as an Outsourcing Supervisor / Assistant Manager or someone currently working as an Accounts Senior / Outsourcing Senior who is looking for progression. The ideal candidate will have experience of working with clients in the entertainment industry. If you are interested in this position and meet the criteria above, please apply today!

Your new company CIS Accountant (CIS & Construction Focus)Birmingham City Centre (Hybrid - 2 Days in Office) 35,000 - 40,000 + Annual Discretionary Bonus Permanent Full-Time A leading UK property consultancy is looking to appoint a Client Accountant to join its established Birmingham team. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong accounting fundamentals and practical exposure to the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) to join a highly respected organisation offering genuine career development, hybrid working and an outstanding benefits package. Working within a collaborative and supportive team, you'll be responsible for managing financial transactions and reporting for a portfolio of clients, ensuring the highest standards of financial control, compliance and client service. This role would suit candidates from a client accounting, property accounting, construction finance, assistant management accounting, accounts payable or assistant accountant background who have experience working with contractor payments, reconciliations, client funds and CIS processes. Your new role Managing day-to-day financial transactions for a portfolio of clients Performing robust reconciliations of client accounts and client funds Preparing and processing payment runs in line with contractual deadlines Allocating incoming cash and tenant receipts Producing monthly client accounts, reports and financial information Preparing funding requests and reconciliations Managing client, tenant and stakeholder queries Maintaining accurate financial records and controls Supporting continuous improvement of processes and procedures Assisting with team supervision and supporting junior colleagues where required Supporting ad hoc projects and wider client accounting activities What you'll need to succeed We are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who can demonstrate practical experience of: Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) Contractor and subcontractor payments CIS compliance and deductions Reconciliations and financial controls Payment processing and cash allocation Month-end accounting activities Working to tight deadlines within a busy finance function You will ideally have: At least 2 years' experience within a finance or accounting environment Experience within property, construction, engineering or professional services sectors Strong Excel skills Excellent attention to detail A proactive and customer-focused approach Property accounting experience is advantageous but not essential. What you'll get in return 35,000 - 40,000 Annual Discretionary Bonus Hybrid working (2 days in the office) Flexible working environment 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Buy up to 5 additional holiday days 4% employer pension contribution (matched) + many more benefits What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Your new company An international professional services firm working across a wide range of sectors is looking to recruit a Group Financial Accountant based from its Bristol offices. Your new role Reporting to the Group Financial Reporting Manager whilst managing 2 assistant accountants, this role is responsible for managing the annual group statutory audit whilst preparing financial statements. The role will include: Preparation of consolidated year-end statutory accounts in line with UK GAAP Liaising with external auditors as the key point of contact Preparation and maintenance of key financial documents Prepare analysis on group financial performance, understanding key drivers and competitor analysis. Lead on all technical accounting matters, providing guidance and support to finance business partners and heads of department Provide guidance and support to the team through regular coaching and 1-2-1s as well as conducting reviews and appraisals Assist in ad hoc projects working with the wider finance team and senior leaders. What you'll need to succeed You will be an ACA / ACCA qualified accountant, ideally from practice, but you should have audit experience whilst being able to prepare financial statements. You should have strong technical accounting skills and be confident in communicating with a wide range of stakeholders. It would be beneficial if you had experience of coaching / managing junior staff. What you'll get in return This is a great opportunity to join a professional services firm which has had a strong financial performance in 2026. The role offers lots of flexibility, good benefits and the office is located in Central Bristol, close to local transport links. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

An excellent job opportunity has arisen at a successful, well established accountancy firm in Leicester who are looking to hire a Senior Accountant to join their expanding team. The firm can offer long-term progression and professional development, plus market-leading pay and benefits. Ideally, they are keen to hire at a senior level, but the firm are flexible on the level of hire, so interested in reviewing applications from people anywhere between Semi -Senior up to Assistant Manager to Manager level. They need someone for a mixed position, including all elements of accounts production and related work, ideally blended with audit work on their larger, more complex clients. The firm are prioritising a solid general practice / accountancy background, as they can train on audit if required, so they are open to hiring a more experienced person who has led audits, or someone less experienced, who they can support through training within audit. If you are a more experienced professional, the firm can look at someone capable of managing accounts work, doing the audit and managing the workload. Audit clients at the firm range in size from £15M to £250M turnover, with some large companies in their client base, plus a few medium sized audits. This offers great exposure to more complex issues, so some great technical experience on the larger audits, with audit taking up around 25% to 35% of the job role, including the smaller voluntary audits for clients around £6M to £9M turnover. This role will ideally sit between some staff positions and the firm s Directors and for more experienced applicants, the job can include mentoring less experienced staff. Responsibilities: Preparation and review of statutory accounts for a varied portfolio of clients, including limited companies and more complex entities Delivery of full accounts production assignments from planning through to completion Involvement in audit assignments for larger and more complex clients, with audit work forming approximately 25% 35% of the role Planning, performing and completing audits for clients ranging from approximately £6m to £250m turnover, including both statutory and voluntary audits Exposure to technically challenging audit and accounts issues, particularly on larger corporate clients Managing multiple client assignments simultaneously and ensuring deadlines are met Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and provide high-quality service Supporting and collaborating with Directors on larger or more complex engagements Leading audits and accounts assignments from start to finish Managing workload across both accounts and audit portfolios Reviewing work prepared by junior staff Mentoring and supporting the development of less experienced team members Benefits: Competitive salary Excellent personal development programmes to support career growth opportunities Structured development as well as on the job practical training Working and learning directly from Associate Directors & Directors They will consider part time and full-time working hours and will consider an element of hybrid working for the right person. The firm has always closed down at Christmas, that is not guaranteed, but they ve always done that, so this adds 4 to 5 days per year on top of your holiday allowance. Free parking. Social events. Company pension. Ability to progress all the way to the top!

Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking to take the next step in your career? This permanent Accounts Payable Team Leader opportunity with a Birmingham Housing Association offers the chance to take ownership of the purchase ledger function, support a junior team member and play a key role in maintaining an efficient and effective finance operation. Offering a competitive salary between 30,000- 35,000, excellent benefits and the opportunity to work for an organisation committed to supporting local communities, this is an ideal role for someone with strong supplier ledger experience, advanced Excel skills and previous team leadership or supervisory responsibility. This Accounts Payable Team Leader role offers the following benefits: A permanent role within a supportive and collaborative finance team 26 days annual leave, plus a day off for your birthday following successful completion of probation, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days. Employer Pension contributions Health Cash Plan for employees and their families Cycle Purchase Scheme and GymFlex membership options In this position, you will be: Taking ownership of the Accounts Payable function, ensuring supplier accounts are accurate, up to date and well maintained Managing and reconciling supplier ledgers, proactively investigating and resolving discrepancies Chasing outstanding invoices, credits and queries to maintain a clean and current ledger Building strong relationships with suppliers, budget holders and internal stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently Supporting and providing day-to-day guidance to a Purchase Ledger Assistant Taking a proactive approach to improving processes, controls and ways of working within the AP function Acting as the go-to person for Accounts Payable queries, providing clear explanations and ownership of issues through to resolution I'd love to speak to someone who has: Significant experience within an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger, or Transactional Finance environment Team Leader, Senior Accounts Payable or supervisory experience within a finance function Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs and reporting Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement Experience working in a fast-paced environment and managing competing priorities This permanent Accounts Payable Team Leader position is ideal for someone looking to progress their finance career within a supportive company that offers excellent benefits, career development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to an established finance function. If this role sounds like your next step, apply now or contact Charlotte Sutton at (url removed).