AJ Chambers are working with a modern and progressive firm of accountants in Ipswich that are looking for a Payroll Administrator or Payroll Senior.
Our client is looking for an attentive payroll professional, ideally from a payroll bureau or public practice background, that can aid the Payroll Manager in delivering a first-class service to the wider portfolio.
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Benefits:
Salary - £18,000 - £28,000 Private medical insurances and life cover available after probation Flexible working hours Well-established and highly reputable firm with an employee focused culturePayroll Administrator OR Payroll Senior - Responsibilities
Processing payroll information and maintaining accuracy and integrity of data for a variety of clients that differ in size, complexity and industry sector Ability to handle queries and liaise effectively with management and clients direct when required Keep up to date with payroll legislation changes as well as any other changes affecting payroll processing Experience with auto-enrolment and associated responsibilities Processing CIS returnsThe Candidate
Between 1-5 years of payroll bureau or public practice experience would be ideal You will be computer literate and able to demonstrate strong organisational skills, along with accuracy and attention to detail Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills are required as you will be dealing with internal and external stakeholders at all levels Ability to work to strict deadlines Knowledge of either STAR, Sage or Xero would be beneficial but not essentialFor more information on this Payroll Administrator OR Payroll Senior position, please contact Scott Golding at AJ Chambers.
AJ Chambers have an instruction from a Top 10 Accountancy Firm in Cambridge to join their audit division as an Audit Senior, where you will lead corporate audits including AIM listed businesses.
Our client is focused on client and employee care and is keen to offer exceptional service
Audit Senior – Core Responsibilities:
Assists in the planning, execution, and finalisation of all areas of the audit assignment, including statutory and CASS audits, for manager or partner review. Take primary responsibility for monitoring progress against budget, and when the actual differs from the budget then gain a full understanding for the Manager. Active engagement with senior client staff in order to gain a good understanding of their business and ensure the efficient execution of the audit Identifies risk matters and raises with a manager and/or partner, while exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Ensure on the job training and mentoring is provided to junior members of the team both in the office and at client site.When you join us, we\'ll make your growth our priority. If you can demonstrate the following skills, we can help you go far. We\'re looking for someone with:
Qualified ACA/ACCA/ICAS Qualified or overseas equivalent. Educated up to degree level or CTS. Experience supervising and coaching junior members of staff on site. Working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends.Benefits Package includes but not limited to:
25 days\' holiday – option to buy up to 10 further days. access to a personal pension scheme, with matched employer contributions. life assurance cover and income protection insurance. Add on private medical, personal accident, dental insurance or travel insurance. Leisure facility discounts such as gyms. Bike to work scheme. Access to childcare vouchers.For further information on this Audit Senior position, please do not hesitate to contact Scott Golding from AJ Chambers Recruitment or feel free to apply to this advert.
A fantastic opportunity for a Bookkeeper to join a modern, forward-thinking and technology focused Accountancy Firm in London!
Your main focus in this role will be to provide the firm\'s clients with bookkeeping services and support. The main duties will include:
Bookkeeping on Xero EC Sales Lists  Preparing VAT returns Providing advice / support to clients Potentially, involvement with PayrollYou\'ll be able to develop strong relationships with clients as many of the firm\'s clients are owner-managed businesses.
As an ideal candidate for this role you will:
Have at least 3 years\' experience in a bookkeeping role within Practice Have at least 1 years\' experience using Xero Be personable, and will enjoy speaking with clients and other team members Enjoy problem solving and will be a self-starterThe firm can consider offering flexible and remote working, but ideally you will have some office time to be around the team and to enjoy the social side of work!
If you would like to be considered for this role then please apply with your CV or contact Danielle O\'Hara at AJ Chambers.
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Overview:
This role gives the opportunity for a self-motivated person to start on the road to a career in the tax advisory sector providing superb on-the-job training. It requires excellent communication and numeracy skills along with a willingness to work and study hard to achieve success.
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There will be some contact within this role with clients and you will need to be able to communicate clearly both in writing and verbally.
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You will work to build up trust and good working relationships in the client base.
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Duties:
Managing (under supervision) an allocated portfolio of work Clients are primarily HNWI\'s with a diverse range of UK and international issues Dealing with tax processing and tax returns Liaising with clients Interaction with other accountancy practices and contacts Liaising with the Inland Revenue and other third partiesÂ
Essential:
ATT studier – either partially qualified or looking to start studying (but must be committed to pursuing a career in tax) A good command of spoken and written English Strong organisational and planning skills Able to work independentlyÂ
In return, the successful candidate will receive:
Competitive salary + pension contributions Benefits package inc. private medical insurance, death in service benefit, Perks at Work membership where you have the option to choose the remainder of your perks and benefits! Full study assistance accompanies the role Develop experience working in a family-feel environment Flexible working patterns available to suit individualsTax Manager
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This role gives the opportunity for a self-motivated person to progress their career in the tax advisory sector providing superb on-the-job training. It requires excellent communication and numeracy skills along with a willingness to work hard and forward thinking to achieve success.Â
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There will be some contact within this role with clients and you will need to be able to communicate clearly both in writing and verbally.
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You will work to build up trust and good working relationships in the client base.
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Duties:
Managing an allocated portfolio of advisory work Clients are primarily OMB\'s and HNWI\'s with a diverse range of UK and international issues Providing assistance to the Head of Tax with advisory projects in all areas of tax Mentoring members of the tax team Reviewing work from the tax team  Liaising with clients Interaction with other accountancy practices and contacts Liaising with the Inland Revenue and other third partiesÂ
Essential:
ATT qualified and/or CTA studier – either partially qualified or looking to start CTA A good command of spoken and written English Strong organisational and planning skills Able to work independently Previous advisory experienceÂ
In return, the successful candidate will receive:
Competitive salary + pension contributions Benefits package inc. private medical insurance, death in service benefit, Perks at Work membership where you have the option to choose the remainder of your perks and benefits Full study assistance accompanies the role Develop experience working in a family-feel environment Flexible working patterns available to suit individualsÂ
Mixed Tax Semi Senior vacancy within Top 100 firm – Central London
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AJ Chambers are seeking a Tax Semi-Senior for a Mixed Tax role.
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This is an opportunity to join a well-regarded firm that ranks within the Top 100.
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The office is in Central London and is close to good transport links.
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This role will be a combination of general tax work, with high level international work mixed in.
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The responsibilities for Mixed Tax Semi-Senior:
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Managing a portfolio of clients Management includes frequent client communication Working on a variety of Personal Tax matters, including but not limited to: NRL returns, non-dom / non-res returns, CGT… Preparing Corporate Tax returns for both domestic and international clients Producing monthly reports for corporations Processing ATED returns Preparing research for cross boarder tax issues Learning from the mentorship of senior member of the teamÂ
Preferred criteria of Mixed Tax Semi-Senior:
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2+ years of tax experience A willingness to develop Ambition to complete CTA Great multi-tasking skills A keen eye for detailÂ
Interested to know more? Apply directly or contact Tom Sharland-Harris at AJ Chambers.
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AJ Chambers are very excited to be working with a well-established and successful Accountancy Firm based in London, who are looking to recruit a remote working Bookkeeper to join their Outsourcing team.
This role will be 100% remote - so you can be based anywhere in the UK!
What’s on Offer?
100% remote working opportunity Salary - £26,000 - £28,000 Highly progressive& supportive teamDuties & Responsibilities
Recording day to day financial transactions using Xero. Raising sales invoices, recording purchase invoices and posting bank payments. Maintaining records to the trial balance stage including managing and reconciling control accounts and month end journals for: - Prepayments - Accruals - Depreciation - Payroll - Rent free periods - Deferred / accrued income Preparing VAT returns Collaborating with other departments in the firm i.e. accounts preparation and personal taxThe Ideal Candidate
Ideally ACCA qualified/part qualified or AAT qualified Strong experience in a Bookkeeping role within an Accountancy Practice Strong communication skills Embracer of technologyIf you are interested in this opportunity, then please apply with your CV or contact Kieron Whitehead at AJ Chambers.
A truly excellent opportunity for a talented individual who has a strong interest and commitment to a career in the accountancy profession, as we are currently working with a highly reputable firm based in North-West London looking for a Graduate Audit & Accounts Trainee to join their growing team.
The Opportunity
The role would be predominantly focused within Audit, with some exposure to Accounts work too You will be trained in the audit process and we will take you on a journey from graduate to professionally qualified You will have the opportunity to work with a variety of interesting businesses and help provide a great client service As well as training on the job, full study support will be provided towards obtaining either the ACCA or the ACA qualification. This includes relevant professional training, study and exam leaveThe Ideal Candidate
A 2:2 above degree, ideally related to Accountancy but other disciplines will be considered 3 A Levels at BBB or higher Grade B or higher in GCSE Maths and English LanguageYou will be fully trained on the job and will also receive fully study support towards the ACCA or ACA qualification.
If interested then please apply with your CV, or contact Kieron Whitehead at AJ Chambers.
AJ Chambers are excited to be working with a highly regarded Independent Accountancy Firm who are seeking a Manager to join team and head up their Bookkeeping team.
Overseeing their Bookkeeping department you will be responsible for the smooth running of the team, including delivering high quality book-keeping, VAT compliance, management accounts and outsourced finance function
Duties & Responsibilities
Managing a team of 3 members of staff Running the Management information team – delivering high quality book-keeping, VAT compliance, management accounts and outsourced finance function Involvement in quoting for new client work and client on-boarding process Reviewing the work of junior members of the team, and developing their skills and abilities Reporting to the DirectorsThe Ideal Candidate
Excellent knowledge of Xero, Sage, & any other Accounting software’s Prior experience managing staff and running a team Proven problem solving ability Ability to review the work of junior members of the team Proven track record of building rapport with clients Has supported the on-boarding and set up of new clientsIf you are interested in this position then please apply, or contact Kieron Whitehead at AJ Chambers Recruitment
AJ Chambers are excited to be working with a highly regarded Independent Accountancy Firm who are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to assist with general bookkeeping and accounting for their clients.
Working with their team of accountants, you will be responsible for delivering high quality book-keeping, VAT compliance, management accounts and outsourced finance function
Duties & Responsibilities
Bookkeeping for SME businesses using Xero, Sage , & QuickBooks Liaising with clients on any queries Filing source documents for all journal entries recorded Posting journal entries to ledger accounts Preparing trial balances Performing bank reconciliations Preparing cash flow statements Preparing management accounts General Reporting Performing other duties as required Reviewing the work of associatesThe Ideal Candidate
Excellent knowledge of Xero, Sage, & any other Accounting software’s Proven problem solving ability Prior experience working a bookkeeping role within a Practice environment Ability to review the work of junior members of the teamIf you are interested in this position then please apply, or contact Kieron Whitehead at AJ Chambers Recruitment
We are working closely with an impressive, chartered accountancy firm in Wickford, Essex who are looking to appoint a Newly Qualified Accountant with audit experience.
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Our client is a progressive firm and is keen to employ a newly qualified or finalist, to lead on larger audit jobs whilst working on accounts, corporate tax and consolidated accounts.
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Remuneration Package
£30,000 - £38,000 (DOE) 23 days annual leave + bank holidays Full study support package including paid courses and study leave Company pension Free parkingÂ
Newly Qualified Accountant - Duties:
Preparation of accounts for limited companies CT600s Working on audits projects from planning through to completion Working with personal tax returns for Directors and self-assessment returns for individuals and sole traders Providing detailed discussion notes for client meetings on accounting and tax related aspects Direct client involvement – working with the client to solve queries and provide recommendations. Management accounts preparation and cash flow projections This role will be around 70% Accounts and client management and 30% audit lead and management.Â
For further information on this Newly Qualified Accountant position, please apply direct or contact Scott Golding from AJ Chambers.
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Newly Qualified Accountant - Wickford, Essex
AJ Chambers are currently looking for an energetic Accounts Assistant who is keen to progress their career in a dynamic business with a clear progression plan.
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For the right individual, future opportunity to become Head of Finance is available. There is also study support available for those who are still in process of undertaking a professional accounting qualification.
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It is essential that the job holder knows their way around a balance sheet, experienced in job costings (and use of a job costing program, such as EasyBuild, for example), comfortable with bank reconciliations and CIS returns and also fully conversant in Payroll. Someone who has this experience in a Manufacturing or Engineering environment would be looked upon favourably.
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The role encompasses:
Setting up new jobs on our accounts package. Inputting and running weekly and monthly payroll from job costed time sheets along with associated submission of RTI files to HMRC and year end reporting. Submitting Furlough claims. Posting of employee expenses. Posting of credit card payments. Raising sales invoices and chasing payment, including sales retentions held by clients. Looking after sub-contract payments, including CIS tax status verifications. Transmission of monthly CIS returns. Raising and inputting journals. Monthly balance sheet reconciliations. Dealing with motor penalty notices.Â
The package includes:
Basic salary up to £32,000 3% employer contribution to company pension scheme. 21 days + Bank Holidays (29 total). Free Parking.Â
Working pattern:
08:00 – 16:00 – Monday - Friday, with 1 hour lunch Can also accommodate 09:00 – 17:00 if preferred.Â
For further information on this position, please apply direct or contact Darren Buckley at AJ Chambers