Our client, one of Harrows leading Accountancy Practice firms, are seeking an Audit Senior to join them on a 3-month temporary contract, with the potential for further extension or a permanent role if desired upon completion

What’s on offer?

Salary - £40,000 - £50,000 pro-rata 3 moth fixed term contract Potential for contract extension, or transition to a permanent position upon completion of the contract

Duties & Responsibilities

The role is 100% Audit focused Responsibility for a portfolio of clients, all communication with those clients and to make sure that work is completed in a satisfactory and timely manner Planning, execution and finalisation of all areas of the audit assignment and statutory reporting under FRS 102                Budgeting and monitoring progress against budget Manage and coach a small team of semi seniors assisting in audit assignments Produce work for the Audit Manager or Partner review clearly highlighting issues and providing potential solutions Direct communication with the client

The Ideal Candidate

ACA/ACCA qualified, with 2-3 years’ of practice experience of which is at least 1 year is leading audits Knowledge of CCH Accounts & CCH Pro-Audit Software and Virtual Cabinet (Document management system) Good communicator as client liaison is very important Good Audit knowledge including a grasp of current audit standards Experience managing own portfolio Able to lead audit from planning to completion unsupervised Experience of managing a small audit team

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

AJ Chambers are working with a large, multinational Accountancy Practice with a strong focus towards the international technology sector and private equity backed companies, who are looking for an Outsourcing Assistant Manager to join their London office.

What’s on offer:

Salary £55,000 - £60,000 Join Multi-award winning team Exciting and fast growing client portfolio focused on the International Technology Sector

Duties & Responsibilities

Control of a portfolio of clients, ensuring all client reporting & payment deadlines are met. Full review of management accounts, ensuring technical accuracy and that any anomalies are investigated and resolved before submission to the client. Review of VAT return submissions and Intrastat returns Supervision of Management Accountants and Financial Administrators, ensuring they are completing their work correctly and providing guidance. Maintaining excellent relations with clients, acting as the main finance point of contact, responding effectively to reporting or ad hoc technical queries and resolving any issues The review of payment runs and online BACs payment submissions Liaising with teams across the firm together with international local service providers for completion of UK and global compliance tasks. WIP & billing control: ensuring a thorough understanding of the contracted scope of work, agreeing special fees & assisting with contract reviews and fee negotiations Overseeing costings on client portfolio and reporting / explaining monthly recovery to management Identifying and implementing enhancements to the existing compliance routines and control systems Managing the onboarding of new client accounts from an accounting and administrative perspective Keeping up to date with technical developments affecting work. Carrying out proactive research (tax & financial reporting related) Ensuring full compliance with anti-money laundering obligations

The Ideal Candidate

ACA / ACCA qualified accountant with post qualification experience Experience of working in an Outsourcing team within practice, looking after a portfolio of clients You must have strong experience of reviewing monthly management accounts prepared by junior team members and good VAT knowledge Experience of supervising staff, building presence and inspiring confidence Knowledge and experience working with Cloud accounting software

For more information on this role please apply with your CV, or contact Adam Munro at AJ Chambers Recruitment

An excellent opportunity for a Part Qualified Accountant to join a dynamic & forward thinking team based in East London, as our client are looking for a Semi Senior Accountant to join the firm!

You will be responsible for the preparation of management accounts, statutory accounts, Corporation Tax Returns, & Personal Tax Returns, whilst handling all aspects of the client’s financial and personal taxation affairs for a variety of creative clients within the music, media and entertainment industries.

What’s on offer?

Salary – £32,000 – £35,000 Work with an exciting portfolio of clients form across the music, media and entertainment industries Up to 50% remote working available post-COVID Full study support + exam leave

Duties & Responsibilities

Maintenance and review of accounting records. Preparation of statutory accounts & management reports. Preparation of Corporation Tax Returns & Personal Tax Returns. Review of VAT returns and EC Sales Lists prepared by team members Solid technical, working knowledge on new UK GAAP (FRS) & IR35 Practical understanding of government Covid support schemes (SEIS, Bounce Back loans, grants, Furlough etc) Build solid relationships with both internal and external clients Liaising directly with clients in a timely and professional manner to resolve queries/issues. Delegates clear instructions, objectives and deadlines to junior team members Work effectively and efficiently on multiple jobs within time and budget constraints Assist with managing the expectations of Directors and other key staff to ensure work and projects are completed within reasonable and realistic timeframes Highlight any work or project delivery issues to Directors

The Ideal Candidate

ACCA part qualified Strong expeirnecei n a varied role, including Accounts Preparation, Corporate & Personal tax exposure Prior experience with creative clients preferably within a practice environment Previous experience with software packages including Quickbooks, Xero, SAGE & TaxCalc are a bonus

For more information please apply with your CV, or contact Adam Munro at AJ Chambers Recruitment

R&D Tax Associate (Software)

AJ Chambers are currently representing an R&D Tax Associate to Join a top ranked firm’s London Office

The Role:

As an R&D Tax Manager, you will be responsible for providing specialist advice to clients on R&D tax reliefs, including the technical, tax and financial aspects of the relief schemes. A key aspect of the role will be the management and preparation of written reports supporting claims for R&D tax reliefs.

In addition, you will be expected to maintain excellent client relationships across a portfolio of cases and may also be asked to support the sales team in business development, proposals and other sales activities.

R&D Tax Associate duties will include:

Claiming R&D tax relief R&D Allowances (RDAs) Grants Patent Box International R&D relief Identifying and qualifying new projects Providing support with HMRC enquiries Attending various computer science events

Ideal requirements for R&D Tax Associate:

Science or Engineering Postgraduate Degree (Ideally IT/computer science) Experience working with internal/external clients Great communication skills A proactive approach to spotting opportunities for work

For more information on this R&D Tax Associate role, please apply directly or contact Tom Sharland-Harris at AJ Chambers

AJ Chambers are excited to be working with a UK Top 60 Firm based in the City of London, who are looking for an experienced & qualified Audit Assistant Manager to join their team.

What’s on Offer?

Salary – Up to £60,000 depending on experience Remote & Flexible working confirmed post COVID Excellent progression routes on offer, with a proven track record of internal promotion within this team right up to Director & Partner level Personally tailored approach to Learning & Development Opportunity to get involved in a wide variety of exciting client sectors & specialisms

Duties & Responsibilities

The role will be split between approximately 70% Audit & 30% Accounts

You will be responsible for the planning of the audit file right through to completion Supervise and effectively delegate work to less experienced members of the audit team Perform 'accounts preparation’ jobs either from the client’s trial balance or from their original accounting records Audits will be across a variety of different sectors, giving you a wide range of exposure to different clients

The Ideal Candidate

ACA/ACCA/Equivalent qualified Strong work experience in an audit focused role with a UK based Accountancy Practice Working knowledge & experience with Accounts Preparation & Consolidations Ambitious & motivated individual, keen to build and progress a career with the firm Able to work on own initiative under minimal supervision when required

For more details on this role please apply, or contact Adam Munro at AJ Chambers Recruitment

Personal Tax Manager

AJ Chambers are currently representing a Top 10 firm who are seeking a Private Client Tax Manager for their office in Central London.

Highlights

Excellent opportunity to join one of the UK’s most successful private client teams The chance to work on an impressive portfolio of wealthy families Opportunities for career progression

Personal Tax Manager Responsibilities

Management of a portfolio of wealthy families Delivery of compliance and advisory work Developing and training junior members of staff To develop and maintain professional relationships with clients and within the firm Ensuring that work within your team is completed on time and within budget Identifying planning opportunities and assisting with the development of new business

Personal Tax Manager requirements

CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent Can work with accuracy and a high attention to detail Experience in tax compliance A Strong understanding of Tax compliance Tax advisory experience preferable but not essential Ideally educated to degree level with strong academic record

For more information on this Personal Tax Manager role, please apply directly or contact Tom Sharland-Harris at AJ Chambers.

Personal Tax Assistant Manager

AJ Chambers are currently representing a Top 10 firm who are seeking a Private Client Tax Manager for their office in Central London.

Highlights

Excellent opportunity to join one of the UK’s most successful private client teams The chance to work on a varied portfolio of dynamic and entrepreneurial clients Opportunities for career progression

Personal Tax Assistant Manager Responsibilities

Management of a portfolio of entrepreneurial clients Delivery of compliance and advisory work Developing and training junior members of staff To develop and maintain professional relationships with clients and within the firm Ensuring that work within your team is completed on time and within budget Identifying planning opportunities and assisting with the development of new business

Personal Tax Assistant Manager requirements

CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent Can work with accuracy and a high attention to detail Experience in tax compliance A Strong understanding of Tax compliance Tax advisory experience preferable but not essential Ideally educated to degree level with strong academic record

For more information on this Entrepreneurial Personal Tax Assistant Manager role, please apply directly or contact Tom Sharland-Harris at AJ Chambers.

Corporate Tax Assistant Manager

AJ Chambers are currently seeking a Corporate Tax Assistant Manager You will be working in a Top 10 firm based in Central London

well-established and rapidly growing team Working with international taxes Excellent opportunities for progression into directorship The ability to establish yourself in a top ranked firm, who work with impressive clients Generous remuneration package depending on your experience

Corporate Tax Assistant Manager responsibilities

Managing a portfolio of clients Working on both compliance and advisory work Working on special assignments when available Working closely with partners, directors and principals Regular involvement with tax planning and complex tax issues Spotting opportunities for new business Reviewing and delivering advice to clients Responding to client requests in a timely manor Developing junior members of staff through mentorship and training

Corporate Tax Assistant Manager requirements

Previous experience within Corporate Tax gained in practice Significant experience with international taxes Qualified by CTA would be ideal

For more information on this Corporate Tax Assistant Manager role, please contact Tom Sharland-Harris at AJ Chambers

International Corporate Tax Senior Manager

AJ Chambers are currently seeking an International Corporate Tax Senior Manager. You will be working in a Top 10 firm based in Central London

Highlights:

well-established and rapidly growing team Specialising in international corporate taxes Excellent opportunities for progression into directorship The ability to establish yourself in a top ranked firm, who work with impressive clients Generous remuneration package depending on your experience

International Corporate Tax Senior Manager responsibilities

Managing a portfolio of international corporates Working on both compliance and advisory work Working on special assignments when available Working closely with partners, directors and principals Regular involvement with tax planning and complex tax issues Spotting opportunities for new business Reviewing and delivering advice to clients Responding to client requests in a timely manor Developing junior members of staff through mentorship and training

International Corporate Tax Senior Manager requirements

Previous experience within international Corporate Tax gained in practice Significant experience with international taxes Qualified by CTA would be ideal The confidence and gravitas required to eventually become a director

For more information on this International Corporate Tax Senior Manager role, please contact Tom Sharland-Harris at AJ Chambers

Corporate Tax Manager

AJ Chambers are currently seeking a. You will be working in a Top 10 firm based in Central London

well-established and rapidly growing team Exposure to excellent client work – a lot of this will be in relation to M&A tax Excellent opportunities for progression into Senior manager and director roles The ability to establish yourself in a top ranked firm, who work with impressive clients Generous remuneration package depending on your experience

Corporate Tax Manager responsibilities

Managing a portfolio of clients with a transactions/M&A focus Assisting other managers and senior manager with ensuring that the Corporate Tax team deliver a great service to their clients Involvement in the provision of advisory work for your clients To take the lead on various projects To Undertake training as and when required To develop and maintain professional relationships with clients and within the firm

Corporate Tax Manager requirements

Previous experience within Corporate Tax gained in practice Qualified by CTA would be ideal Ideally educated to degree level, with strong academic background Self-motivated with a strong work ethic Fully computer literate

For more information on this Corporate Tax Manager role, please contact Tom Sharland-Harris at AJ Chambers

Personal Tax Manager

AJ Chambers are currently seeking a Personal Tax Manager. You will be working in a Top 20 firm based in Central London

well-established and rapidly growing team Excellent opportunities for progression into Senior manager and director roles The ability to establish yourself in a top ranked firm, who work with impressive clients Generous remuneration package depending on your experience

Personal Tax Manager responsibilities

Assisting other managers and senior manager with ensuring that the Personal Tax team deliver a great service to their clients Working with a mix of clients including: wealthy individuals, partners, trusts and non-doms Ensuring that work is completed on time and within budget Reviewing and on occasion processing Personal Tax, NRL and ATED returns Involvement in the provision of advisory work to your clients Preparation of engagement letters and client acceptance documentation To Undertake training as and when required To develop and maintain professional relationships with clients and within the firm

Personal Tax Manager requirements

Previous experience within Personal Tax gained in practice Qualified by CTA would be ideal Ideally educated to degree level, with strong academic background Self-motivated with a strong work ethic Fully computer literate

For more information on this Personal Tax Manager role, please contact Tom Sharland-Harris at AJ Chambers

VAT Senior or Assistant Manager

AJ Chambers are recruiting for a VAT Semi-Senior or Senior to join a Top 50 firm in their London Office. This role will offer full study support, with the opportunity to progress within the firm.

Highlights:

Opportunity to progress within the firm Diverse portfolio of clients One of the UK’s leading firms Healthy work / life balance Agile working / work from home Study support available if needed Regular social, sport and charitable events organised

VAT Senior or Assistant Manager responsibilities:

Looking after a mixed portfolio of clients Providing advisory work to clients Managing the preparation of VAT registrations and complex VAT returns Involvement in dispute resolutions, transactions and liability matters Carrying out research Providing timely and accurate delivery of VAT services whilst adhering to the firm’s quality standard Delegating work to junior members of staff Assisting in the training and development of junior members of staff

VAT Senior or Assistant Manager requirements:

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Experience in a VAT role in practice A good understanding of the principals of VAT Personable with the ability to explain complex matters in a simple way Experience in managing clients The ability to get involved in winning new work

For further information on this Senior or Assistant Manager please apply direct or contact Thomas Sharland-Harris at AJ Chambers