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Financial Controller

Manchester | Up to £75,000 | Full-Time | Permanent

We are recruiting for an experienced and fully qualified Financial Controller to join a growing, construction project-led business in Manchester.

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will take ownership of the monthly accounts process, financial controls, statutory compliance and project reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded accountant who enjoys working autonomously and making a real impact within the finance function.

The Role

Prepare monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and month-end journals.Own the month-end close process and maintain robust financial controls.Complete and review all key balance sheet reconciliations.Produce cash flow forecasts, budgets and variance analysis.Support project accounting, cost tracking and profitability reporting.Prepare VAT returns and manage HMRC correspondence.Assist with statutory accounts preparation and year-end audit requirements.Monitor debtor and creditor positions, providing meaningful financial insight to management.

About You

Fully qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA.Strong experince of CISPrevious experience in a Management Accountant or similar role.Strong month-end and management accounts experience.Excellent reconciliation and financial control skills.Experience preparing VAT returns and managing compliance requirements.Sage experience is essential.Confident communicator with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Desirable

Experience within construction, engineering or another project-based environment.Knowledge of project accounting and cost reporting.Experience using Eque2 or a similar ERP system.Previous involvement in audit and statutory accounts preparation.

What's on Offer?

Salary up to £75,000.Autonomous role with broad responsibility and exposure to senior leadership.Opportunity to influence processes and drive improvements.Growing and supportive business environment.Manchester-based office location.

If you're a qualified accountant looking for a varied role where you can take ownership and add value, we'd love to hear from you.

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Accounts & Audit Senior - Top 100 Accountancy Practice
Spinningfields, Manchester (4-1 model)
Up to £42,000 DOE

Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a growing accountancy firm in the recruitment of an Accounts & Audit Senior to join their Audit team in Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA or ACCA finalist or newly qualified accountant looking for a balanced 50/50 Audit & Accounts role. You will work closely with Managers and senior leadership, gaining exposure to a varied client portfolio while supporting junior staff and continuing your professional development.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare year-end statutory accounts under FRS 102 and FRS 105 for a varied client portfolioLead audit fieldwork, supporting assignments from planning through to completionAssist with audit planning, risk assessments, and identifying key audit issuesReview work completed by trainees and provide coaching and constructive feedbackAct as a key point of contact for clients, building strong professional relationshipsSupport managers with monitoring budgets and ensuring assignments are delivered to a high standardAssist clients with accounting queries and cloud accounting software

Key Requirements

ACA or ACCA finalist or qualifiedExperience within an Audit & Accounts role in UK practiceStrong statutory accounts preparation experience under FRS 102 and FRS 105Audit experience, including planning and fieldworkExperience reviewing or mentoring junior staffStrong communication and client-facing skillsExperience with cloud accounting software such as Xero or QuickBooks

What's on Offer

Study support for ACA or ACCA (where applicable)Mostly on-site (option for 4-1 model)23 days holiday plus birthday offAnnual bonus schemeHealth cash plan (following probation)Company sick pay and enhanced parental leaveOne professional membership paid annuallyCompany pension scheme and Cycle to Work scheme

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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Tax Manager - Personal Tax Advisory at Top 100 Firm
Droylsden (Hybrid)
£50,000 - £60,000 DOE

Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a growing accountancy practice in the recruitment of a Personal Tax Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a large and varied personal tax portfolio while playing a key role in developing the tax function.

This role would suit an experienced personal tax professional with strong advisory expertise who enjoys building long-term client relationships, leading a team, and delivering both compliance and advisory services.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of approximately 300-350 personal tax clientsDeliver personal tax compliance alongside advisory work across Capital Gains Tax, Inheritance Tax, Income Tax, Residence & Domicile, and wider tax planningBuild trusted relationships with clients, acting as their main point of contactIdentify tax planning opportunities and provide clear, practical adviceReview personal tax returns and ensure compliance with HMRC requirementsLead, mentor and support junior members of the tax teamWork closely with Directors on complex advisory projects and departmental growth

Key Requirements

CTA or ATT qualification highly beneficial, qualified by experience (QBE) candidates are encouraged to applySignificant experience in UK personal tax within an accountancy practiceStrong personal tax advisory experience is essentialPrevious experience managing a client portfolioTeam management or supervisory experienceExcellent communication and relationship-building skills

What's on Offer

Hybrid working (3 days office based following onboarding)25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with serviceBirthday offAnnual bonus schemeHealth Cash PlanCompany pensionEnhanced parental leaveCycle to Work schemeStudy support for professional qualificationsOpportunity to join a growing practice and make a genuine impact within the tax team

Interested?
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Corporate Tax Senior - Advisory Team at Top 100 Firm
Manchester (Hybrid)
£35,000 - £50,000 DOE

Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a growing and ambitious accountancy practice in the recruitment of a Corporate Tax Senior to join its expanding Tax Advisory team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional looking to develop their career in a pure corporate tax advisory position. The role offers exposure to a broad range of complex advisory work with large corporate and owner-managed business clients. Please note that candidates from a purely compliance background will not be suitable for this opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver corporate tax advisory services to a varied portfolio of UK and international clientsAdvise on restructures, reorganisations, demergers, management buyouts, Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs), and business transactionsSupport clients with business structuring, incorporations, profit extraction strategies, and due diligence projectsAssist with tax accounting, corporate tax reporting, and advisory support around compliance mattersWork alongside Partners and senior team members on complex technical projectsBuild and maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities to add valueSupport and mentor junior colleagues where requiredMaintain up-to-date technical knowledge across corporate tax legislation

Requirements

ATT, ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification (CTA or CTA part-qualified desirable)Proven experience in corporate tax advisory within an accountancy practiceStrong understanding of UK corporate tax legislation and commercial tax planningExperience advising on corporate restructures, transactions, and strategic tax mattersStrong communication and client relationship management skillsA proactive, analytical and commercially focused approach

What's on Offer

Competitive depending on experience + annual bonus schemeHybrid working options23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with serviceBirthday offStudy support for professional qualificationsHealth Cash PlanCompany pensionCompany sick payEnhanced parental leaveCycle to Work schemeOpportunity to work on complex advisory projects with genuine career progression within a growing tax team

Interested?
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Accounts Senior - Top 100 Practice
Manchester (Hybrid 4-1)
£35,000+ DOE

Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a growing accountancy practice in the recruitment of an Accounts Senior to join their friendly audit team to assist with the accounts.

This opportunity would suit an ACA or ACCA part-qualified, finalist or qualified accountant with experience in a fast-paced practice environemnt and who is looking to take ownership of a varied client portfolio. Working closely with the Accounts Director, you will prepare statutory accounts and tax returns, manage client relationships, and review the work of junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare statutory year-end accounts under FRS 102, FRS 102 Section 1A and FRS 105Prepare corporation tax returns and directors personal tax returnsManage your own client portfolio, ensuring work is completed accurately and within deadlinesMeet with clients to discuss accounts, financial records and resolve queriesReview work prepared by junior staff, providing feedback and ensuring review points are clearedPrepare files and supporting reports for Accounts Director reviewMentor and support junior team members with their day-to-day developmentIdentify opportunities to introduce additional firm services where appropriate

Key Requirements

ACA or ACCA finalist or qualifiedPrevious experience within a UK accountancy practiceStrong experience preparing statutory accounts and tax returnsGood working knowledge of FRS 102, FRS 102 Section 1A and FRS 105Experience preparing consolidationsConfident managing client relationships and communicating technical matters clearlyExperience supporting or reviewing junior staff

What's on Offer

23 days annual leave + Birthday offHybrid after probation (Mostly on-site: 4-1 model)Annual bonus schemeHealth Cash Plan after probationCompany sick payEnhanced parental pay policiesOne paid professional membership/subscriptionCycle to Work schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeCompany pension scheme

Interested?
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Senior Accountant - Top 100 Practice
Manchester (Hybrid 4-1)
£35,000+ DOE

Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a growing accountancy practice in the recruitment of an Accounts Senior to join their friendly audit team to assist with the accounts.

This opportunity would suit an ACA or ACCA part-qualified, finalist or qualified accountant with experience in a fast-paced practice environemnt and who is looking to take ownership of a varied client portfolio. Working closely with the Accounts Director, you will prepare statutory accounts and tax returns, manage client relationships, and review the work of junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare statutory year-end accounts under FRS 102, FRS 102 Section 1A and FRS 105Prepare corporation tax returns and directors personal tax returnsManage your own client portfolio, ensuring work is completed accurately and within deadlinesMeet with clients to discuss accounts, financial records and resolve queriesReview work prepared by junior staff, providing feedback and ensuring review points are clearedPrepare files and supporting reports for Accounts Director reviewMentor and support junior team members with their day-to-day developmentIdentify opportunities to introduce additional firm services where appropriate

Key Requirements

ACA or ACCA finalist or qualifiedPrevious experience within a UK accountancy practiceStrong experience preparing statutory accounts and tax returnsGood working knowledge of FRS 102, FRS 102 Section 1A and FRS 105Experience preparing consolidationsConfident managing client relationships and communicating technical matters clearlyExperience supporting or reviewing junior staff

What's on Offer

23 days annual leave + Birthday offHybrid after probation (Mostly on-site: 4-1 model)Annual bonus schemeHealth Cash Plan after probationCompany sick payEnhanced parental pay policiesOne paid professional membership/subscriptionCycle to Work schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeCompany pension scheme

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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Audit Senior - Top 100 Accountancy Practice
Manchester (Hybrid 4:1)
Up to £35,000+

Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a growing accountancy practice in the recruitment of an Audit Senior to join their growing Audit team. As the firm is growing, this is an exciting time to join and contribute towards the company's growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA/ACCA finalist or qualified professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is looking to take ownership of audit assignments from planning through to completion. Working closely with the Audit Manager, you will lead audit fieldwork, supervise junior staff, and act as a key point of contact for clients across a varied portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion in line with ISA requirementsSupport audit planning, including risk assessment, scoping and testing strategiesPrepare and review high-quality audit working papers ready for Manager and Partner reviewDraft financial statements, management letters and other audit deliverablesAct as the main point of contact for clients during audit assignments, resolving queries and maintaining strong relationshipsMonitor assignment budgets and timelines, escalating issues where requiredSupervise, coach and review the work of trainees and semi-seniorsIdentify audit risks and technical issues, providing practical solutionsSupport the Audit Manager with file completion and clearing review pointsKeep up to date with auditing standards and financial reporting developments

Key Requirements

ACA or ACCA finalist or qualifiedMinimum 3 years audit experience within a UK accountancy practiceExperience leading audit fieldwork from planning through to completionStrong technical knowledge of FRS 102 and UK auditing standardsExperience reviewing junior staff work and providing mentoringConfident using audit software and cloud accounting platforms such as Xero and QuickBooksExcellent communication skills with a proactive, client-focused approach

What's on Offer

23 days holiday + Birthday off + CSR daysHybrid working model (mostly onsite: 4-1 and occasionally 3-2)Modern offices in SpinningfieldsAnnual bonus schemeHealth cash plan (after probation)Company sick payEnhanced parental payOne paid professional membership/subscriptionCycle to Work schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeCompany pension scheme

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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Butler Rose are working with a well-established accountancy and business advisory firm in the North West who are looking to appoint an experienced Insolvency Case Administrator to join their busy corporate insolvency team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who has solid experience across corporate insolvency case work and is confident managing cases from initial handover through to appointment stage, investigations and closure.

The successful candidate will be joining a friendly, hard-working and supportive team where attention to detail, a proactive attitude and strong people skills are highly valued.

THE ROLE

As Insolvency Case Administrator, you will be responsible for managing a varied caseload, supporting cases across CVLs, Administrations and MVLs. You will work closely with senior team members and play an important part in ensuring cases are progressed accurately, efficiently and professionally.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE:

Managing insolvency cases from initial handover through to appointment and investigation stagesWorking on pre-appointment, appointment and post-appointment case administrationHandling investigatory work, including CDDA-related mattersSupporting cases across CVLs, Administrations and MVLsPreparing case documentation and maintaining accurate recordsLiaising with directors, creditors and other relevant partiesSupporting and assisting with the training of junior team membersWorking independently to progress cases and identify potential billing opportunities

ARE YOU SUITABLE FOR THIS ROLE....

We're looking for someone with proven experience in corporate insolvency who is confident working across a varied caseload and able to hit the ground running.

You will ideally have:

Proven experience in corporate insolvencyStrong experience across CVLs and AdministrationsExperience with pre-appointment, appointment and investigatory workMVL experience would be beneficialStrong attention to detail and excellent organisational skillsThe ability to work independently and manage your own workloadA positive, team-focused attitudeConfidence supporting junior members of staffCPI qualification, or working towards this, would be advantageous

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and long-standing firm with a strong presence in the North West. The team is collaborative, down-to-earth and genuinely values its people.

The business offers a supportive working environment, a strong team culture and the opportunity to continue developing your career within corporate insolvency.

Interested? - then please APPLY TODAY

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Butler Rose are recruiting for an experienced VAT Director, or ambitious Associate Director ready to step up, to join a growing North West tax advisory team. This is a senior opportunity with a highly regarded accountancy and advisory firm, advising owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurs and growing private companies on complex VAT matters.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is not a role where you will simply inherit a portfolio and maintain the status quo.

You will be joining a business that is investing in its tax advisory capability and looking for a senior VAT specialist who can help drive growth, raise market profile and support clients with commercially focused VAT advice.

You will work closely with partners and senior stakeholders across the wider business, taking a lead role in VAT advisory work, client development, team leadership and regional strategy.

The client base is varied and often entrepreneurial, so the work is typically hands-on, practical and commercially driven rather than overly process-heavy.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

You will take a senior leadership role across VAT advisory services, with responsibility for managing key client relationships, identifying advisory opportunities and supporting the continued growth of the VAT offering across the region.

THE ROLE WILL INCLUDE:

Leading VAT advisory projects for a broad range of privately owned and mid-market clientsAdvising on complex VAT matters, including reviews, health checks, due diligence and technical advisory workBuilding and developing long-term relationships with business owners, finance teams and internal stakeholdersWorking closely with partners to shape regional VAT strategy and identify growth opportunitiesSupporting business development activity through networking, referrals, events and cross-service collaborationRepresenting clients in discussions with HMRC, including more complex dispute or resolution mattersReviewing and signing off advisory work, ensuring advice is accurate, commercial and delivered to a high standardCoaching, mentoring and developing members of the VAT and wider tax teamRaising the profile of the VAT team internally and externally

IS THIS ROLE RIGHT FOR YOU

This role would be a strong fit for someone already operating at VAT Director level, but it is also very well suited to an experienced Associate Director, Senior Manager or VAT specialist who is looking for a genuine step up.

You may be working in a Top 10, Top 20, independent or specialist advisory firm and looking for a role with more visibility, more ownership and a clearer route to influence

The ideal person will bring:

Strong UK VAT advisory experience gained within accountancy practice or a professional services environmentConfidence managing senior client relationships and advising on complex VAT issuesA commercial approach, with the ability to spot opportunities and develop work from existing and new relationshipsExperience reviewing technical advice and supporting quality control across client workA collaborative leadership style, with the ability to mentor and develop othersCredibility with partners, clients and internal teamsA genuine interest in business development, networking and helping grow a VAT practiceATT, CTA, ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent experience would be welcomed, although qualified-by-experience candidates will also be considered

WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT

This is a senior VAT role with real scope to make an impact.

The firm combines the infrastructure, client reach and brand strength of a large national practice with the feel of a more agile, relationship-led advisory business.

The client base is heavily focused around owner-managed and entrepreneurial businesses, meaning the advice is often varied, practical and commercially meaningful.

If you are looking for a Director-level platform without feeling like a small cog in a huge corporate machine, this could be a very attractive move.

YOU WILL HAVE THE CHANCE TO....

Shape and influence a regional VAT strategyWork with a varied and commercially interesting client baseBuild your own profile in the marketDevelop a team and support future leadersPlay a key role in the continued growth of a successful tax advisory practiceStep into a visible senior role with long-term career potential

Whether you're looking to step up, move for a stronger package, or join a firm where your VAT expertise will be better recognised and more highly valued, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

APPLY TODAY for a confidential conversation.

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OPPORTUNITY

A well-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Payroll Senior / Payroll Administrator to join its growing payroll function in Altrincham.

This opportunity would suit a payroll professional with strong client payroll experience who enjoys managing a varied portfolio, building trusted client relationships, and delivering accurate payroll services within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional looking to join a progressive practice that invests in its people, technology, client service and employee well-being.

THE ROLE

The Payroll Senior / Payroll Administrator will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely payroll services for a portfolio of clients, ensuring payrolls are processed in line with current legislation, deadlines and client requirements.

Working as part of an established payroll team, you will manage end-to-end payroll processing while maintaining strong relationships with clients, HMRC, colleagues and third-party providers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

You will be responsible for:

Processing end-to-end payrolls for a portfolio of clients across varying pay cyclesManaging auto-enrolment duties and BACS paymentsEnsuring payrolls are completed accurately, efficiently and within deadlinesEstablishing and maintaining strong working relationships with clientsHandling payroll-related queries and providing a high standard of client serviceCarrying out manual payroll calculations where requiredKeeping up to date with payroll legislation, HMRC requirements and industry changesLiaising with HMRC, pension providers and other third-party organisationsWorking collaboratively with the wider payroll team and supporting shared service standardsProactively resolving payroll and client service issuesSupporting continuous improvement across payroll processes and service deliveryUndertaking any additional duties appropriate to the role

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants should ideally demonstrate:

Previous payroll experience, ideally gained within an accountancy practice, bureau or payroll services environmentStrong understanding of payroll legislation, statutory payments and auto-enrolment regulationsExperience processing multiple client payrollsAbility to manually calculate payrollGood working knowledge of payroll software Experience using BrightPay would be highly advantageous Strong Microsoft Office skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong organisational and time management abilityA proactive, positive and client-focused approachAbility to work both independently and as part of a team

BENEFITS

The successful candidate will receive:

Competitive salary of upto £31,000 dependent on experience (negotiable upon offer)Hybrid working after successful completion of probation36 days' holiday inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas period5% employer pension contributionOption to buy or sell up to 5 days' holidayEmployee Assistance ProgrammeLife assurance coverSalary sacrifice pension scheme optionEnhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental payEnhanced sick payReferral schemePaid volunteering timeAnnual charitable donation on your behalfLong service enhancements to pension contribution and holiday entitlementSupportive team culture and long-term career development opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to join a respected and people-focused accountancy practice offering flexibility, career development and a strong work-life balance culture.

If you are an experienced Payroll Senior, Payroll Administrator or Payroll Bureau professional looking for your next opportunity, APPLY TODAY !!!

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