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Accounts Executive
Bury St Edmunds
£40,000 - £45,000

A unique and growing accountancy practice is seeking an experienced and qualified accounts professional to join its growing team in Bury St Edmunds. This is a client-facing role supporting a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, limited companies, partnerships and sole traders across a wide range of sectors. The successful candidate will prepare and review accounts and tax compliance work, provide practical business advice, support junior team members and help deliver an exceptional client experience.

Role Responsibilities

Managing a portfolio of clients, acting as a trusted adviser and providing day-to-day business and accounting support.Reviewing statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, limited companies and LLPs.Preparing more complex accounts and draft tax computations for review.Identifying advisory opportunities and supporting clients in achieving their business objectives.Ensuring compliance with internal procedures, risk management processes and departmental standards.Undertaking technical research and supporting ad hoc client projects.Managing work allocation, deadlines, recoverability and client expectations.Monitoring WIP, productivity and fee recovery.Supporting, training and mentoring junior team members.Liaising with clients, professional intermediaries and colleagues across tax, legal and financial planning teams.Ensuring all work is completed to a high technical standard before review.Maintaining CPD requirements and keeping technical knowledge up to date.

Personal Requirements

Minimum five years' current or recent experience working within a UK accountancy practice (essential).ACA qualified or qualified by experience.Strong technical knowledge of statutory accounts preparation and UK taxation.Experience working with owner-managed businesses, limited companies, partnerships and sole traders.Commercial awareness, including WIP management, recoverability and client service standards.Previous experience reviewing work and supporting junior team members.Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a confident client-facing approach.Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.A collaborative and proactive approach to working with colleagues across multiple service lines.Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK is essential. Sponsorship is not available.

Benefits

Competitive salary.24 days holiday plus bank holidays.Birthday leave.Holiday purchase and sale scheme.Employer pension contributions matched up to 6%.Salary sacrifice pension scheme.Income protection cover.Death in service benefit (4x salary).Private health insurance.Up to two professional subscriptions paid.Training courses, CPD events and soft skills workshops.Employee Assistance Programme.Electric car salary sacrifice scheme.Length of service recognition.Firm-funded social events.

If you are an experienced practice accountant looking to join a collaborative and growing professional services environment, apply now.

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Accounts Manager
Bury St Edmunds
£50,000 - £63,000

A unique and growing accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Accounts Manager to join its Bury St Edmunds office. This is a client-facing role focused on managing a portfolio of owner-managed businesses, including limited companies, partnerships, LLPs and sole traders across a variety of sectors. You will review statutory accounts, provide practical commercial advice, identify advisory opportunities, support junior team members and work closely with colleagues across accounts, tax, legal and financial planning to deliver a joined-up service.

Role Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of owner-managed businesses, acting as a trusted adviser and supporting clients with their business objectives.Review accounts for sole traders, partnerships, LLPs and limited companies.Deal with new client enquiries and assist with onboarding.Identify advisory opportunities and provide practical business advice.Manage client work to agreed timescales while maintaining a high standard of client service.Carry out ad hoc client work and technical research where required.Apply accounting knowledge to resolve technical issues and recommend appropriate solutions.Monitor WIP, recoverability, productivity and fee income across your portfolio.Assist with billing and maintain control over client work.Train, mentor and support junior members of the accounts team.Review files to ensure they meet the required standards before senior review.Liaise with clients, professional intermediaries and third parties.Work collaboratively with colleagues across accounts, tax, legal and financial planning.Maintain appropriate CPD and keep technical knowledge up to date.

Personal Requirements

Minimum 7 years' relevant experience within a UK accountancy practice.ACA qualified, or qualified through relevant practice experience.Strong technical knowledge of accounts and UK accounting requirements.Proven experience managing a portfolio of external clients within an accountancy practice.Commercial awareness, including an understanding of WIP, recoverability, productivity and fee income.Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to research and resolve technical issues.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence explaining complex accounting and tax matters to clients.Professional and confident client-facing manner with the ability to build long-term relationships.Highly organised with strong time management skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines.Experience supporting, training or mentoring junior members of a practice team.Collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively across different professional service departments.Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK, sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits

27 days' holiday, plus bank holidays.Birthday leave.Holiday purchase/sale scheme.Employer pension contributions of up to 6% of salary.Salary sacrifice pension contributions available.Income protection at 50% of salary for long-term illness or injury.Death in service benefit of 4x basic salary.Private health insurance.Up to two professional subscriptions paid for.Training courses, CPD events and soft skills workshops.Employee Assistance Programme.Electric car salary sacrifice scheme.Length of service recognition.

If you are an experienced practice accountant looking for your next step into an Accounts Manager position, apply today.

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Butler Rose is delighted to be partnering exclusively with a successful, privately owned SME group to recruit a Finance Director at an exciting point in its development.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded, hands-on finance leader who enjoys working closely with the business and wants to have a genuine influence over its future direction.

The group comprises two established operating businesses with combined revenues in excess of £10m and approximately 80 employees. Operating across specialist technology, manufacturing and service-led markets, the businesses have continued to grow and evolve over recent years and are now entering another important phase of their development.
With further growth firmly on the agenda, the business is looking to appoint an FD who can not only provide strong financial leadership, but also work alongside the Managing Director and ownership team to help shape the next stage of the groups journey.

More about the opportunity…
* This is very much a hands-on SME Finance Director role.
* You will have overall responsibility for the finance function across the group, supported by an established team, but the position goes considerably further than traditional financial reporting.
* You will act as a trusted commercial partner to the Managing Director and wider leadership team, providing insight, challenge and support around both day-to-day performance and longer-term strategic decisions.

Responsibilities will include:
* Full oversight of the finance function across multiple group entities
* Monthly management reporting and performance analysis
* Annual statutory accounts and management of the audit process
* Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management
* Treasury and working capital
* Payroll, VAT and financial controls
* Development of management information and commercial reporting
* Supporting and developing the existing finance team
* Driving improvements across finance systems, processes and ERP
* Capital expenditure appraisal and post-investment reviews
* Providing commercial insight to support growth and business development
* Working closely with operational and commercial teams across the group
* Importantly, the successful individual will also have exposure to wider strategic projects, which could include acquisitions, investment opportunities, business partnerships and new growth initiatives.

How the business has developed…
* The group has developed considerably in recent years, with both operating businesses continuing to grow and one area experiencing particularly strong sales development.
* Alongside organic growth, the business continues to invest in its products, systems and infrastructure and sees significant opportunity to develop its position within its specialist markets.
* The next Finance Director will therefore join at an interesting point, the foundations are firmly established, but there remains considerable opportunity to professionalise, improve and scale the business further.
* For the right individual, this provides the opportunity to become an integral part of the senior leadership team and have a tangible impact on how the organisation develops over the coming years.

The Person
* We are looking for a qualified accountant - ACA, ACCA or CIMA - who combines strong technical capability with a pragmatic and commercial approach.
* You are likely to have operated as a Finance Director, Head of Finance or senior Financial Controller within an SME environment and be comfortable being both strategic and hands-on.
* Experience within manufacturing, engineering, technology or another product-led environment would be particularly advantageous.

You should also be able to demonstrate:
* Strong commercial and business partnering capability
* Experience leading a small finance function
* Excellent budgeting, forecasting and cashflow experience
* Strong systems knowledge, ideally including ERP implementation or development
* The ability to improve reporting, controls and processes
* Confidence working directly with an MD/owner and senior stakeholders
* A genuine interest in understanding how the wider business operates
* An energetic, adaptable and collaborative leadership style

This is an excellent opportunity for an established Finance Director or an ambitious senior Financial Controller/Head of Finance looking to take the next step into a broad FD position where they can genuinely influence the future of an organisation.

For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Sam Powell at Butler Rose.

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Client Accountant
Aylesbury / Hybrid (1-2 days in the office)
Salary: Up to £38,000 + Benefits

Butler Rose is working alongside a growing Practice firm in their search for a confident and experienced Client Accountant who is ready to take ownership of an existing portfolio of clients. This role would suit someone with several years experience within accountancy practice who enjoys managing client relationships, delivering work from start to finish, and providing practical business advice.

Youll be a key contact for your clients, overseeing their accounting and tax requirements while building trusted relationships and offering support whenever needed.

The Role:

As Client Accountant, you will be responsible for:

Managing a portfolio of clients and acting as their main point of contact.Preparing year-end statutory accounts and corporation tax computations from start to finish.Completing and reviewing Self Assessment tax returns for individuals, directors and sole traders.Preparing, reviewing and filing VAT returns.Providing clients with practical advice on tax, cash flow, payroll and day-to-day financial matters.Preparing management accounts and assisting with budgets, forecasts and cash flow reporting.Liaising directly with HMRC on behalf of clients.Managing client deadlines and workflow through practice management systems.Handling company secretarial filings and maintaining statutory records.Identifying opportunities to improve client processes and add value through additional support and services.

About You

We are keen to speak with candidates who:

Have several years experience working within an accountancy practice.Are comfortable taking over and managing a portfolio of clients independently.Can confidently communicate with clients and provide practical advice and guidance.Have experience preparing year-end accounts and tax computations from start to finish.Have worked with SME and owner-managed businesses.Are part-qualified or qualified (ACCA, ACA, AAT or equivalent), or qualified by experience.Possess strong organisational skills and can manage multiple deadlines effectively.Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Whats on Offer?

Salary up to £38,000Hybrid working (1-2 days per week in the office)25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysAdditional 3-day Christmas shutdownDiscretionary bonus scheme after successful completion of probationLearning and development supportCompany pension scheme following probation (3% employer contribution / 5% employee contribution)Friendly and supportive working environmentOpportunity to build long-term client relationships and make a real impact

Interested?
If you are looking for a role where you can take ownership of a client portfolio, work closely with business owners, and deliver a full accountancy service from start to finish, wed love to hear from you.

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like further information, please reach out to Cerys Smith or Siddharth Patel.

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Audit Senior/Semi Senior
Bury or Manchester
Salary up to £40,000 (Dependent on Experience Level)

Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a Top-Ranking firm who's got opportunities for Audit Professionals to join their growing team. As an Audit Senior/Semi Senior, you'll be fully immersed with an experienced audit team, working with managers and directors to deliver audits across our vibrant and diverse client base.

It's a great opportunity to develop and progress within a forward-thinking and fast-paced firm.

The firm prides itself on a collaborative, people-focused culture built around honesty, passion and ambition, while its B Corp certification reflects its commitment to responsible and sustainable business practices.

With a strong focus on career development, innovation and inclusivity, this is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation that values its people and their contribution to its continued success.

Role Requirements -

Get fully involved in the process, planning and executing audits for our fantastic clients.Lead the onsite audit team to deliver high quality and slick audits.Cultivate long-lasting relationships becoming the go-to for clients whilst you're out on site.Wow clients daily, getting to know their business to deliver great experience.Coach, lead and develop a team of trainees and semi-seniors.

Personal Requirements -

Be ACA / ACCA qualified or part qualified.Have experience in external audit and meticulous attention to detail.Have worked on a range of different audits, including owner-managed business.Be tech-savvy, with a knowledge of CCH desirable.Thrive in a collaborative and progressive environment.Love getting to know people and be a fantastic communicator.

Employee Benefits -

Competitive salary plus Study SupportGenerous holiday allowance plus an extra day off for your birthday and volunteering dayFlexible hybrid workingSalary sacrifice car schemeTailored learning and developmentCompany pensionHealth MOTsMental health supportA fully loaded wellbeing, social & community calendar

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 set out above and we will be in contact to discuss further.

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

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Client Manager - Independent Accounting Firm
Banbury, Oxfordshire (Hybrid)
£55,000 - £70,000 DOE

Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a highly regarded independent accountancy practice in the recruitment of a Client Manager | Accounts & Advisory Manager (Rural Services).

This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA/ACCA and/or CTA qualified professional to join a specialist rural services team, managing a diverse portfolio of landed estates, farms, rural businesses, and equine clients. The role offers a blend of compliance, tax advisory and client relationship management, with the opportunity to become a trusted adviser while developing both the client portfolio and the wider team.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of rural clients, delivering accounts, VAT, self-assessment and tax advisory servicesPrepare and review statutory accounts and tax computations, ensuring technical accuracyProvide bespoke tax advice across Income Tax, Capital Gains Tax, Inheritance Tax, Trusts & Estates and VATBuild strong client relationships and act as a trusted adviser on commercial and tax mattersReview work, mentor junior staff and support the development of the wider teamManage workflow, WIP, billing and client deadlinesIdentify business development opportunities and support the continued growth of the rural services teamWork collaboratively with Partners and other service lines on complex client matters

Key Requirements

ACA/ACCA qualified (CTA qualified is highly beneficial)Experience managing a portfolio within a UK accountancy practiceStrong technical knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102 and FRS 105), VAT and personal taxExposure to tax advisory work, including CGT, IHT and Income Tax planningExcellent client-facing, communication and relationship management skillsCommercially aware with strong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExperience working with rural clients would be advantageous

What's on Offer

Salary up to £70,000 DOEFlexible working optionsOpportunity to work with a leading rural client portfolioExposure to a broad range of advisory workSupportive and collaborative team environmentOngoing professional development and technical training

Interested?
If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with Demetria Petropoulos to find out more - 016 1388 5710 | [email protected]

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