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Accounts Senior / Assistant Manager
Cambridgeshire / Remote
£35,000 - £50,000

An established and highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants is seeking an experienced Accounts Senior or Assistant Manager to join its Corporate Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified practice professional to join a collaborative team. The role has a strong focus on statutory accounts, consolidated financial statements and corporation tax, offering exposure to complex group structures and multi-currency reporting. This position suited to someone who enjoys technical accounting, client relationships and supporting the development of junior colleagues.

Role Responsibilities

Prepare and review statutory accounts for medium-sized and larger limited companies and corporate groups.Prepare and review multi-entity and multi-currency consolidations and consolidated financial statements.Research, identify and resolve complex technical accounting and financial reporting matters.Prepare and review corporation tax computations and returns.Support VAT compliance and related submissions, working alongside specialist teams.Work closely with audit teams to ensure consistency across client assignments.Manage a portfolio of corporate clients, ensuring assignments are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.Maintain regular client communication, providing a high standard of service and responding to technical queries.Prepare and monitor budgets for client assignments, managing compliance work against agreed timescales and budgets.Review work prepared by junior team members, providing guidance, feedback and technical support.Support the training, mentoring and development of junior colleagues.Identify opportunities to provide additional services and contribute to business development activities.Assist with specialist and ad hoc advisory assignments.Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of UK accounting standards and taxation developments.

Personal Requirements

ACA or ACCA qualified, or a finalist with substantial relevant experience.Minimum of 3-5 years' recent experience working within a UK accountancy practice.Proven experience preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for limited companies.Demonstrable experience preparing and reviewing consolidations and consolidated financial statements.Strong experience preparing and reviewing corporation tax computations.Experience working with medium-sized and larger corporate clients, including complex group structures.Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and financial reporting requirements.Previous experience reviewing work and supporting or mentoring junior team members.Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective client relationships.Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.Comfortable working remotely and communicating effectively with clients and colleagues via telephone, email and virtual meetings.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays (20 days for those studying, with an additional day for every two completed holiday years).Flexible working arrangements, regularly reviewed.Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.Income protection in the event of long-term sickness or incapacity.Life assurance.Paid study leave.Paid professional subscriptions.Health Shield cashback plan covering treatments including dental, optical and physiotherapy.Flu vaccinations.Enhanced sick pay.Tax-efficient pension through salary sacrifice.Wellbeing programme, including counselling, mental health support and legal advice.Ongoing professional development, including training courses, webinars and leadership and management development programmes.Team social events, fundraising and activities.

If you are an ACA or ACCA qualified practice professional with strong corporate accounts, consolidation and corporation tax experience, apply today.

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Audit and Accounts Senior - Top 40 Practice
Peterborough (Hybrid)
£40,000 - £48,000

A Top 40 practice is seeking an experienced Audit & Accounts Senior to join its Peterborough team. You will manage a varied portfolio of external clients, prepare accounts and tax work, support audit assignments and review junior colleagues' work, while working closely with managers, partners and clients. The role offers a supportive environment with opportunities to develop your technical and client-facing skills.

Role Responsibilities

Prepare financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, charities and limited companies.Prepare independent examinations for charity clients for Partner sign-off.Assist managers with client audit assignments.Prepare cash flow statements and supporting schedules.Liaise directly with clients to resolve queries and obtain information.Complete assignments accurately, within budget and to agreed deadlines.Prepare draft tax computations and schedules for tax returns.Prepare year-end accounts in accordance with relevant accounting standards.Review work completed by junior members of the team.Support the development and training of junior staff.Complete VAT returns.

Personal Requirements

Current or recent experience working within a UK accountancy practice is essential.ACA, ACCA or ACACTA qualified, or actively working towards a relevant qualification.Proven experience preparing accounts for a varied portfolio of external clients.Experience across accounts and audit within a practice environment.Strong knowledge of accounting standards and UK practice procedures.Good IT skills and familiarity with accounts and/or audit software.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.Able to manage your own workload and work effectively to deadlines and budgets.Confident communicating with clients and resolving queries.Comfortable reviewing work and supporting junior colleagues.Willingness to travel to clients and other offices when required.Highly organised, proactive and committed to delivering high-quality work.Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.Workplace pension.Employee benefits scheme offering discounts from hundreds of retailers.Life assurance.Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).Full support towards professional qualifications, including tuition, study materials and exam fees.Paid study leave and exam support.

If you are an experienced practice professional looking for your next opportunity within a growing accountancy firm, apply today.

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Probate, Trusts & Estates Senior
Ely and/or Bury St Edmunds (hybrid)
£36,000 - £39,000

An established accounting firm is seeking a Probate, Trusts & Estates Tax Technician or Senior to join its growing Private Client team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop a specialist career within probate, estate administration and trust taxation, working alongside an experienced team and supporting a varied portfolio of private clients. The position can be tailored to suit the successful candidate's experience, with opportunities for both those looking to develop their technical expertise and more experienced individuals capable of taking responsibility for client relationships and managing their own portfolio.

Role Responsibilities

Prepare draft IHT400 forms and supporting documentation for grant of probate applications.Compile probate papers and assist with the administration of estates.Capture estate information using specialist software to prepare forms and tax computations.Draft estate accounts and support the preparation of estate tax returns or informal HMRC reporting.Prepare self-assessment tax returns for trusts and estates, including capital gains computations and property income schedules.Prepare and submit 60-day Capital Gains Tax returns and IHT100 forms for trusts.Register trusts and estates with HMRC's Trust Registration Service (TRS).Monitor trust anniversaries and ensure relevant reporting deadlines are met.Liaise directly with HMRC, clients and other relevant parties throughout the probate and tax processes.Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing clear advice and updates with professionalism and empathy.Monitor the progress of probate applications, tax returns and associated payments.Identify opportunities to provide additional services and support wider private client tax work.Work collaboratively with colleagues across the firm, providing technical assistance and support where required.

Personal Requirements

Previous experience within probate, estate administration, trust taxation or personal tax would be advantageous.For more experienced applicants, the ability to manage probate and estate matters with a degree of autonomy and take responsibility for client relationships.A genuine interest in developing a specialist career within private client tax, probate and estate administration.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to deal sensitively and professionally with clients.Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, particularly when working with financial information and statutory deadlines.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and confidence using relevant accounting or tax software.A proactive, reliable approach with a willingness to learn and undertake continued professional development.A relevant probate qualification would be advantageous, although candidates qualified by experience will also be considered.Existing, unrestricted right to work in the UK is required. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays (20 days for those studying, increasing by one day every two completed holiday years).Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.Study support and paid study leave towards relevant professional qualifications.Paid professional subscriptions.Ongoing training, development programmes and CPD opportunities.Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.Enhanced sick pay.Income protection in the event of long-term sickness or incapacity.Life assurance.Health Shield cashback plan, covering treatments including dental, optical and physiotherapy.Tax-efficient pension through salary sacrifice.Wellbeing programme, including counselling, mental health support and legal advice.Flu vaccinations.Regular team social events, fundraising and activities across local offices.

If you are looking to develop your career within probate, trusts and estates tax, or are an experienced private client professional seeking your next opportunity, apply today.

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Practice Accountant
Peterborough
£32,000 - £42,000

An established accountancy practice in Peterborough is seeking an Accountant to join its growing team, supporting business owners with accounts, management accounts and advisory work while helping to develop systems, processes and digital services. This is a hands-on role for a qualified or part-qualified practice accountant who enjoys combining technical accounting with client-facing advisory work, technology and continuous improvement.

Role Responsibilities

Preparing accounts and management accounts for a varied portfolio of practice clients.Presenting financial information and insights to business owners in clear, straightforward language.Supporting clients with budgets, cash flow, financial planning and wider business decisions.Helping clients implement cloud accounting systems.Supporting workflow automation and identifying opportunities to improve client processes.Driving improvements to internal processes, information capture and the overall client experience.Supporting the appropriate use of AI and emerging technology across the practice.Mentoring trainee accounting technicians and bookkeeping support staff.Supporting the directors with workflow management during periods of annual leave or absence.Contributing ideas to the development of advisory services.Supporting the development of new advisory concepts and services.Representing the practice at exhibitions, events and similar business activities.

Personal Requirements

Current or recent experience working within a UK accountancy practice is essential.Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.Qualified or part-qualified accountant with strong management accounts experience.Confident communicating directly with business owners and explaining financial information clearly.A positive, adaptable approach and willingness to learn new systems and technologies.Strong interest in cloud accounting, automation and the practical application of AI.Tech-friendly approach, ideally with experience using Xero or similar accounting platforms.Strong problem solving skills with the initiative to identify and implement improvements.Calm, thoughtful and professional approach when dealing with clients and colleagues.Ability to support and mentor junior members of the team.Commercial awareness and an interest in helping owner-managed businesses make better financial decisions.

Benefits

Workplace pension.Paid professional body membership.Generous holiday package, including additional long-service leave.Flexible working patterns and support for work-life balance and family commitments.Hybrid working with an office-first approach.Flexible start and finish times.Support for school runs.Option for a nine-day fortnight.Structured training and upskilling in systems, automation, AI and advisory.Tailored training programme based on experience.Clear development pathway aligned with the practice's growth plans.Quarterly social events.

If you are an experienced practice accountant looking for a role offering greater client contact, influence and exposure to digital finance, systems and advisory work, apply today.

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Audit and Accounts Senior
Wisbech (hybrid)
£40,000 - £46,000 + Bonus

An established and progressive accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Audit & Accounts Senior to join its friendly and experienced team. The role offers a varied mix of audit and non-audit work, with responsibility for statutory accounts, corporate tax, VAT and direct client contact.

Role Responsibilities

Lead statutory audits from planning through to completion for a varied portfolio of clients.Prepare statutory accounts and financial statements under UK GAAP and/or IFRS.Prepare corporate tax computations and complete associated compliance work.Handle VAT-related work and client queries.Manage and review the work of junior staff and trainees where required.Deal directly with clients, building strong relationships and resolving queries by telephone, in the office and on-site.Manage your own workload and deadlines across both audit and accounts assignments.Contribute to the wider development of the practice and support junior colleagues.

Personal Requirements

Current or recent experience working within a UK accountancy practice is essential.ACA or ACCA qualified with at least two years' post-qualification experience preferred.Part-qualified ACA/ACCA or qualified by experience candidates with strong relevant practice experience will also be considered.Minimum 2-3 years' experience in a UK accountancy practice.Strong experience across statutory accounts, audit, corporate tax and VAT.Good understanding of UK auditing standards and financial reporting requirements.Excellent client-facing and communication skills are essential.Experience supervising, training or reviewing junior staff would be advantageous.Experience with IRIS and My Workpapers would be advantageous but is not essential.Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK is essential. Sponsorship is not available.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme.Employer pension contributions at double the minimum rates.Life cover.Holidays above the statutory minimum.Regular team events.Long-term career progression and opportunities for internal promotion.

If you are an experienced practice accountant looking for a varied Audit & Accounts Senior position with a progressive accountancy practice, apply today.

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