AJ Chambers are working closely with a firm of accountants in Hornchurch that are looking for a Semi Senior Accountant between 2-5 years practice experience.

Our client can offer full ACCA study support, 25 days holiday and a competitive salary, with all round exposure in all areas of general practice. If you are looking for a flexible, modern and progressive environment, our client can offer this as well as future opportunities for progression.

Semi Senior Accountant – Core Responsibilities:

Preparation of sole trader, partnership and limited company accounts under FRS102 & FRS 105 for manager /Partner review Quarterly bookkeeping on cloud accounting software (QuickBooks, Kashflow, etc) for your own portfolio of clients VAT return preparation and submission Responsible for your own portfolio of clients, helping them with their bookkeeping and ensuring their returns are submitted on time Payroll cover Preparation of self-assessment tax returns

For further information on this Semi Senior Accountant role, please do not hesitate to contact Scott Golding from AJ Chambers Recruitment Ltd.

AJ Chambers are pleased to be working with a long-established London based firm of chartered accountants who are looking for an Outsourcing Semi-Senior to join their team.

The role is within their Outsourced Finance team, looking after the day to day accounting for a number of clients and delivering the highest quality professional services possible.

What’s on Offer?

Salary - £24,000 - £28,000 Remote working possibilities – Up to 100% remote if desired! Study support towards completing ACCA/ACA qualification

Duties & Responsibilities

Record day to day financial transactions in Xero Ensure bank reconciliations are performed, including current accounts as well as any petty cash and credit card accounts Proactively managing sales & purchase ledger balances Maintaining records to the trial balance stage, including managing and reconciling control accounts and month-end journals Agree timelines directly with clients & ensure work is completed within these agreed deadlines To produce management accounts to a very high standard Produce VAT returns Preparation and submission of annual P11D’s Keep up to date with changing VAT and accounting knowledge Liaise with the support team to book courses/webinars/etc. for personal development; Collaborating with other departments in the firm concerning accounts preparation, corporation tax and personal tax

The Ideal Candidate

AAT Qualified OR Studying towards ACCA/ACA qualification Able to work effectively with minimal supervision in line with the firm remote working policy Strong interpersonal and team working skills Excellent communication skills, both internally & externally A desire to continue professional growth & development as you progress within the firm

For more information on this role please apply, or contact Kieron Whitehead at AJ Chambers Recruitment

Remote Bookkeeper / Outsourcing Semi-Senior – London Based Accountancy Firm

My client, a well-established and successful Accountancy Firm based in London are looking to recruit a remote working Bookkeeper / Outsourcing Semi-Senior to join their Outsourcing team.

This role will be 100% remote – so you can be based anywhere in the UK.

As the successful candidate, you will look after the day to day accounting for a number of the firm’s clients, delivering the highest quality of work to their clients. Your key duties will include day to day bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll and preparing management accounts for a portfolio of clients – experience in all of these areas is essential.

The role will involve:

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 Preparing management accounts Collaborating with other departments in the firm i.e. accounts preparation and personal tax

You:

Will be AAT qualified or a few exams away from completing Level 4 Strong experience in a Bookkeeping / Outsourcing role within an Accountancy Practice Strong communication skills Embracer of technology

If you are interested in this opportunity then please apply with your CV.

Outsourcing Semi-Senior | Central London Firm | Opportunities to Work Remotely!

I am pleased to be working with a well-established and friendly firm of Accountants based in Central London, who are looking for an Outsourcing / Business Services Semi-Senior to join their team.

As the successful candidate, your primary duties will include carrying out bookkeeping tasks, VAT, processing payroll and preparing management accounts for your own portfolio of clients. Experience in all 4 of these areas is essential.

You will also be AAT qualified, or very close to completing Level 4.

Key Responsibilities:

Recording day to day financial transactions Performing bank reconciliations which include current accounts as well as any petty cash and credit card accounts Updating records to trial balance stage including: Prepayments Accruals Depreciation Deferred / accrued income Rent free periods Payroll journals Processing invoices and making payments on client’s behalf Producing management accounts Preparing VAT returns Processing payroll

If you have experience using Sage, Xero, or CCH this would be an additional benefit.

This role will be office based when COVID restrictions are lifted, but there will be opportunities to work from home for some of the time.

If you are interested in this position then please apply with your CV.

Trainee Payroll Administrator – Accountancy Practice

AJ Chambers are pleased to be working closely with a medium-sized Accountancy Firm in Central London, who are seeking a Trainee Payroll Administrator to join their team.

This is fantastic role for a candidate educated to A Level standard with some experience in a Payroll position – either within Practice or In-House.

The role will involve:

Working in a team responsible for processing 700/800 payrolls which will include weekly, monthly and bi annual payrolls Client facing Assisting with compliance for pension requirements Assisting with government scheme applications for example, the job retention scheme Assisting with processing payroll

Ideally, you will have 2-3 years’ work experience which will include some payroll, and exposure to Sage Payroll will be ideal.

If you are interested in this role then please apply with your CV.

AJ Chambers are working with a progressive and forward-thinking firm of chartered accountants that are focused towards cloud based accounting and bookkeeping. Their Bookkeeping team in Bury St Edmunds is growing month on month and as such they are looking to appoint an experienced Bookkeeper in the division.

Benefits Package:

Salary: £28,000 + 23 days annual leave + bank holidays Company pension Team bonding events on a regular basis Flexible working hours

Bookkeeper - Main Duties:

Maintain bookkeeping records for a variety of clients. Review bookkeeping data and complete VAT return for allocated clients Work on-site if required to update clients records Communicating directly with clients on their queries Assisting accountants with the preparation of reports and reconciliations. Management reporting

Bookkeeper - Professional Specification:

3+ years experience working on/for a variety of different companies Good knowledge of bookkeeping packages including Xero, QuickBooks and Sage Advanced knowledge of Excel and data analysis techniques Sound knowledge of complex reconciliations such as CIS and VAT Knowledge of any European VAT aspects such as import, exports, reverse charge and distance selling rules Previous Experience on different types of VAT schemes and MOSS would be an advantage Must be highly enthusiastic and self-motivated, can work as part of a team or independently

For further information on this Bookkeeper position, please apply direct or contact Scott Golding from AJ Chambers Recruitment.

My client, based in Central London, is currently looking to recruit a Senior Management Accountant to join their growing and multi-award winning International Outsourcing team!

The Practice have a niche within the international tech sector and offer their services to some of the fastest growing companies in the world. They are a vibrant and social firm who commit to providing you with coaching, personal development and career progression.

They are offering not only a competitive salary for this role, but a benefits package too which includes; medical cover, income protection, death in service cover, corporate rate gym and plenty of social and charity events!

As the ideal candidate you:

Will be ACA or ACCA qualified Will have strong experience in both preparing and reviewing full monthly management accounts Will have an Accountancy Practice background

The main duties in this role will be:

Full review of management accounts Looking after a portfolio of clients Supervision and training of junior team members Review of VAT returns Preparing complex financial reporting packs Developing and maintaining excellent client relationships and acting as the main point of contact for your portfolio WIP and billing

If you would like be considered for this fantastic role then please apply with your CV!

AJ Chambers are working exclusively with a very impressive independent firm of chartered accountants that are looking to appoint a Payroll Manager/Practice Manager for their growing firm.

You will have sole management of the firms payroll function, include pension schemes. The portfolio is split evenly between companies and directors and can offer a strong remuneration package. You will also be responsible to support the wider team on the below duties:

Payroll Manager - Benefits:

£30,000 - £35,000 Flexible working arrangement on a 35-hour week (standard hours are 9-5) Up to 25 days holiday available Friendly and supportive team and office environment

Payroll Manager/Practice Manager – Core Duties:

Management and end to end processing of the firms payroll function, including pension schemes Raising invoices for the firm Management of the client database Communicating with clients over the phone and email with general queries Typing of letters under instruction of client manager Filing confirmation statements (any other Co-Sec experience would prove very beneficial) Providing general support to client managers

For further information on this Payroll Manager/Practice Manager vacancy, please apply direct or contact Scott Golding from AJ Chambers Recruitment.

I am working closely with a modern, progressive and family orientated firm of chartered accountants in Saffron Walden that are keen to appoint an Outsourcing Supervisor for their growing Virtual Finance Team. This role can be open to a permanent home set up if desired/required.

Benefits:

Up to £35,000 (pro rata) Free Parking 23 Days holiday, flexible working hours and home working capabilities Fun and friendly office environment with social events (when able!)

Outsourcing Supervisor – Core Duties:

Bookkeeping on Xero mainly but also on Sage and QuickBooks VAT return preparation Preparation of Management Accounts Company Formation services Business start-up services Online accounting Small business accounting and tax compliance

Qualifications / Skills and Experience:

AAT or equivalent bookkeeping qualifications Up-to-date and appropriate knowledge and skills in your technical field to enable you to fulfil the purpose of your role Computer skills appropriate to your role Verbal and written communication skills appropriate to your role

For further information on this Outsourcing Supervisor position, please apply direct or contact Scott Golding at AJ Chambers.