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Are you an experienced practice accountant looking to join a modern, friendly, and forward-thinking firm where your development is genuinely supported?

We're recruiting on behalf of a highly respected independent accountancy practice in Liverpool that works with a wide range of small and medium-sized businesses across sectors including property, manufacturing, professional services, retail, and specialist areas such as trusts and solicitor accounts.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Accounts Semi Senior to grow their career within a supportive team offering excellent progression prospects, flexible working, and ongoing study support.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING !!

Preparing year-end accounts for limited companies and sole traders under UK GAAP (including FRS 102, 1A & FRS 105)Drafting corporation tax computations (finalised by the in-house tax team)Preparing VAT returns and management accountsCarrying out bookkeeping and supporting clients with digital record-keeping under MTDGaining exposure to specialist entities such as trusts, pension schemes, and solicitorsLiaising directly with clients and assisting junior team members

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR !!

Minimum 3 years' experience in an accountancy practiceAAT qualified, near-qualified or early-stage ACCA studentSolid knowledge of UK accounting standardsExperience with Xero and TaxCalc is a bonus but not essentialA confident communicator with a proactive, can-do attitude

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU !!

£26,000 - £30,000 depending on experienceStudy support for AAT or ACCAHybrid working - 3 days in the Liverpool office, 2 days from homeFlexible hoursExcellent career progression and training within a collaborative team environment

Apply now to take the next step in your accountancy career.

Interviews available immediately for suitable candidates.

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Accounts Senior

Manchester

Up to £40,000

Butler Rose are pleased to be recruiting for a leading accountancy practice for an Accounts Senior role based in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and growing Top 80 UK firm that offers genuine scope for career development within a supportive, award-winning culture.

Duties

Manage a portfolio of clients, overseeing the preparation of statutory accounts, corporation tax, and personal tax returns for directors.Meet regularly with key clients to discuss their financial performance and provide proactive advice.Review the work of junior team members, providing constructive feedback and ensuring files are ready for senior review.Support and mentor colleagues from apprentice level through to senior, contributing to the day-to-day management of the accounts team.Ensure accounts and tax returns are submitted in line with compliance and close-down procedures.Monitor client issues, providing solutions and maintaining high levels of service.Manage your own client workflow, ensuring work is completed on time and within budget.Identify opportunities for cross-selling additional services across the firm.

What we're looking for

ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with at least 3 years' post-qualification experience.Proven background within an accountancy practice environment.Strong technical knowledge of FRS102, FRS102 Section 1A, and FRS105.Experience with consolidations and maintaining strong client relationships.Confident communicator with the ability to manage work independently and as part of a team.Experience mentoring junior colleagues and supporting their professional development.

Benefits

23 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)Additional day off for your birthdayDiscretionary annual bonus schemeHealth cash plan after probationPerkbox subscriptionPaid professional membership or subscriptionCycle to work schemeCompany sick payOption to purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leaveEnhanced parental pay policiesEmployee Assistance ProgrammeCompany pension scheme

If you're an experienced Accounts Senior looking to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking, people-focused accountancy firm, we'd love to hear from you

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Accounts Senior
Cambridge
Office-Based
£38,000 - £45,000

A forward-thinking accountancy practice is looking for an Accounts Senior. This position is ideal for an experienced accountant ready to take the next step in their career. You'll be part of a supportive and progressive team, gaining exposure to a wide range of clients and contributing to the growth and development of the practice.

Role Responsibilities

Ensure day-to-day client work is completed accurately and within required timeframes.Review work of others to ensure standards, quality and compliance requirements are met and identify any issues.Support junior team members with queries to ensure accurate work is produced.Deliver client work to the highest standards, ensuring compliance with all legal and statutory requirements.Ensure client documentation is received efficiently to meet deadlines.Handle client requests and queries professionally, promoting client loyalty.Prepare client paperwork, including accounts and tax submissions, within allocated deadlines.Represent the firm professionally through conduct, appearance and attitude.Plan and manage your own workload to ensure deadlines are met and work is ready for sign-off.

Personal Requirements

ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with prior experience in a UK accountancy practice.Solid knowledge of accounting standards, audit processes and tax (corporation, VAT, personal).Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.Detail-oriented, committed to producing accurate and high-quality work.A team player with the ability to work independently when required.

Benefits

Competitive pension contribution.25 days annual leave, plus statutory holidays.Christmas business closure (role dependent).Life assurance at 4x salary.Enhanced leave for family-related events.Company sick pay scheme.24/7 access to an employee wellbeing support line.Employee discounts across retail, travel, and more.Flexible benefits platform offering optional extras such as private medical insurance, critical illness cover, health cash plans, dental, optical and cycle-to-work schemes.

If you're an experienced accountant looking to develop your career in a supportive and forward-focused accountancy practice, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step toward growing your expertise and making an impact.

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Audit & Accounts Senior
Birmingham
Salary £35,000 - £47,000

Butler Rose, public practice is delighted to be supporting our client based in Birmingham who's got an Audit & Accounts Senior role available to join their growing team. This role offers career development opportunities within a unique team with hybrid working options.

Role Requirements -

Taking the lead on audits on a variety of organisations' audits, including on-site attendance, liaising with clients and managing the audit team.Undertaking a wide-range of accounts preparation jobs - including the preparation of business and corporate tax calculations.Drafting tax returns for Partners / Directors of associated accounts jobs. Liaising with clients, colleagues and third parties.Ensuring all deadlines are met, compliance is adhered to, and clients are kept informed.Occasionally attend networking and business development opportunities on behalf of the Firm.

Personal Requirements -

Working towards ACA / ACCA qualification, or a similar professional qualificationStrong communication skills - both verbal and written.Experience of working in a client-facing roleKnowledge of the auditing role and its benefits to the organisationExcellent attention to detailAble to prioritise own workload and work to deadlinesA passion for providing excellent customer service

This is an outstanding opportunity for the right individual to join this firm of choice.

Please apply now if you have the relevant skills and experience to meet the requirements as set out above and we will be in contact to discuss further.

This role is advertised by Liezl Botha, Butler Rose (AGY) [email protected]

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Audit & Accounts Semi Senior
Birmingham
Salary £25,000 - £37,000

Butler Rose, public practice is delighted to be supporting our client based in Birmingham who's got an Audit & Accounts Semi Senior role available to join their growing team. This role offers career development opportunities within a unique team with hybrid working options.

Role Requirements -

Taking the lead on audits on a variety of organisations' audits, including on-site attendance, liaising with clients and managing the audit team.Undertaking a wide-range of accounts preparation jobs - including the preparation of business and corporate tax calculations.Drafting tax returns for Partners / Directors of associated accounts jobs. Liaising with clients, colleagues and third parties.Ensuring all deadlines are met, compliance is adhered to, and clients are kept informed.Occasionally attend networking and business development opportunities on behalf of the Firm.

Personal Requirements -

Working towards ACA / ACCA qualification, or a similar professional qualificationStrong communication skills - both verbal and written.Experience of working in a client-facing roleKnowledge of the auditing role and its benefits to the organisationExcellent attention to detailAble to prioritise own workload and work to deadlinesA passion for providing excellent customer service

This is an outstanding opportunity for the right individual to join this firm of choice.

Please apply now if you have the relevant skills and experience to meet the requirements as set out above and we will be in contact to discuss further.

This role is advertised by Liezl Botha, Butler Rose (AGY) [email protected]

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Accounts Senior
Romford
£36,000 - £42,000

An established and growing accountancy practice in Romford is looking to strengthen its team with the addition of an Accounts Senior. The role will be a varied mix of management accounts/ outsourcing work and preparing year-end statutory accounts for a diverse client base. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious accountant who enjoys client interaction, variety and taking ownership of work, while being part of a supportive and friendly team.

Role Responsibilities

Prepare and review monthly and quarterly management accounts for a portfolio of clients.Support clients with bookkeeping, VAT returns and other outsourced finance functions.Prepare statutory year-end accounts in compliance with UK GAAP and Companies Act requirements.Liaise directly with clients, building strong relationships and providing valuable financial insights.Work closely with other departments (tax, payroll, audit) to ensure joined-up client service.Supervise and support junior members of staff where required.

Personal Requirements

ACA / ACCA qualified or part-qualified, or qualified by experience in practice.Strong background in both management accounts and statutory accounts preparation.Good working knowledge of accounting standards and financial reporting.Proficient with accounting software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks, Sage) and Excel.Strong communication skills and the ability to explain financial information clearly.Organised, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple deadlines.

Benefits

Study support available for part-qualified candidates.Exposure to a wide variety of clients and industries.Supportive and collaborative team culture.Clear opportunities for career progression.

If you are an experienced accountant looking to take the next step in your career, apply today to join a thriving practice where you'll gain great exposure, work closely with clients and be supported in your professional development.

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Audit & Accounts Senior Manager - Top 20 firm
City of London
Salary: £75,000 - £90,000

Butler Rose public practice are delighted to be working with a prestigious Top 20 City of London firm, who are seeking an Audit & Accounts Senior Manager to join their team based out of ultra-modern offices in the heart of the City.

This is an outstanding opportunity to work within a prominent high growth firm, delivering exceptional audit and assurance services to a diverse SME client base, while benefiting from outstanding career progression opportunities in a supportive and ambitious environment.

Role Requirements -
Lead and deliver high-quality audit and assurance engagements across a wide range of sectors.
Manage client relationships, acting as the key point of contact for their audit, tax, and accounts needs.
Review and oversee audit files, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, FRS 102, IFRS, and ISAs.
Support partners in client delivery, as well as developing and mentoring the wider audit team.
Play an active role in business development, identifying opportunities to win new work and strengthen existing client relationships.
Maintain a strong technical edge, ensuring the highest quality standards across the department.

Person Requirements -
ACA/ACCA qualified with 3+ years' post-qualification experience gained working for a small to medium-sized UK based practice (not a Top 6 firm).
Have proven managerial experience within audit and accounts, with exposure to tax (corporation tax knowledge is essential trusts/charity experience advantageous).
Be highly technically proficient, with strong knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102, IFRS, and ISAs.
Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building and maintaining strong client relationships.
Be confident in reviewing files, leading teams, and ensuring robust, high-quality delivery.
Demonstrate strong IT skills, ideally with experience of CCH, Audit Automation, Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks.

Please apply now if your experience and skillset meet the requirements as set out above.

This role is advertised by Doug Greer, Butler Rose (AGY) [email protected]

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Accounts Senior
Shrewsbury
Salary £27,000 - £33,000

Butler Rose, public practice is delighted to be supporting one of our Top-Ranking clients based in Shrewsbury. You will manage the preparation of client accounts, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and deadlines. You may oversee junior staff, review work, and handle complex financial tasks like finalising accounts and tax computations ready for review. Your role ensures high-quality service delivery and supports client satisfaction.

Role Requirements:

Set budgets and monitor them against ongoing job progress and report results to manager, communicate overruns/additional services taking corrective action when appropriate and necessary.Manage flexible working of self and assistants based around client needs and business deadlines.Demonstrate ability to secure opportunities for Azets to add value to clients.Take pride in getting the job done fully and well.Is able to deal with challenging client feedback.Provides support, guidance and training to all team members and highlight areas of weakness through timely feedback.Has strong sector knowledge, however is aware of when to escalate more complex technical queries.

Personal Requirements -

Studying towards or already achieved an accountancy qualification or qualified by experience (e.g. AAT/ACA/ACCA/CA).Able to prepare CT61 under instruction.Understand different disclosure requirements under FRS105, 102 (1a).Aware of PSA arrangement.Can calculate medium risk deferred tax calculations.Calculate WIP valuations in relation to source documents and accounting policies.

This is an outstanding opportunity for the right individual to join this firm of choice.

Please apply now if you have the relevant skills and experience to meet the requirements as set out above and we will be in contact to discuss further.

This role is advertised by Liezl Botha, Butler Rose (AGY) [email protected]

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Senior Accountant - Accountancy Practice

Bolton

Up to £45,000

Benefits: Company car scheme, pension, private health cover, flexible working & more

Butler Rose are recruiting for a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice in Bolton that's looking to appoint an experienced Senior Accountant. This position would suit someone with strong compliance skills, who also enjoys working closely with clients in an advisory capacity.

The role offers plenty of variety across a diverse portfolio, alongside opportunities to support junior staff and play a role in the firm's continued growth.

The role will involve:

Preparing and reviewing accounts and tax computations for a range of clients - including limited companies, sole traders, partnerships and individualsEnsuring deadlines are met for HMRC and Companies House submissionsAdvising clients on tax planning, business structuring, asset protection, and software/systemsActing as the main point of contact for your clients and building strong long-term relationshipsWorking closely with the portfolio management teamSupporting and mentoring junior members of the teamGetting involved in business development and networking where appropriate

What's on offer:

Company car schemePension, private medical cover and other benefitsFlexible working arrangementsOngoing support for CPD and career progression23 days holiday + bank holidays

What we're looking for:

ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)A minimum of 10 years' experience within an accountancy firmConfident handling both compliance and advisory workExperience working with owner-managed businessesA proactive, professional approach with strong client communication skills

If you're based locally to Bolton and this sounds like the kind of environment you'd thrive in, I'd love to speak with you.

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Accounts & Audit Assistant or Semi Senior
Central London
£27,000 to £36,000 + study support

Butler Rose, public practice is delighted to be supporting our client, a prestigious Central London firm of accountants, established almost 80 years ago, that are now eager to appoint a skilled and experienced Accounts & Audit Assistant or Semi Senior.

This is a hands-on role, which, based from the offices located conveniently to Victoria Station, will require you to work under your own initiative working on year-end accounts assignments & ad-hoc projects, assisting with audit work & occasional basic bookkeeping support for numerous clients.

The firm therefore require an accountant (Partly Qualified or QBE) with a UK based blended audit and accounts background (ideally 50/50) to carry out the following:

Role Requirements -
Preparation of accounts for corporate and non-corporate as well as not-for-profit entities to a high and professional standard for review by partners/managers.
Performing audit functions as part of a team, including on site field work and testing for review by audit seniors/manager.
Dealing with some client bookkeeping, VAT returns & management accounts assignments, when required.
Preparation of Corporation & Income Tax Computations & CT600 Returns.
Preparation and submission of company statutory forms and accounts and processing statutory documents.

Person requirements-
At least 2+ years' experience in a mixed accounts and audit position working for a UK based practice
Ideally studying towards a recognised accounting qualification such as the AAT, ACA or ACCA although those qualified by experience will be considered.
Proficient in the use of accounting software, ideally IRIS, Xero, Sage 50 and are a competent user of MS Office packages such as Excel & Word
Proactive in their approach to the role and the requirements of the firm.
Ability to communicate and interact with staff and clients on a professional level.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm of choice where an excellent range of benefits are offered including study support towards the ICAEW, ACCA or AAT and hybrid working post probation.

Please apply now if your skills and experience meet the above criteria.
This role is advertised by Doug Greer, Butler Rose (AGY) 07385 391729 [email protected]

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