A leading accountancy practice within Kent are currently looking to hire a Part Qualified Accountant to join their Orpington office.

The firm have a long-standing reputation across Kent and are able to offer full study support to help get you to the end of your qualification. There will be opportunities to develop and progress your career further once you are qualified.

For the right person, they will look to pay up to around £30,000.

The role will include:

Statutory accounts production for limited companies and sole traders Corporation tax computations Personal tax returns Management Accounts preparation on a monthly and quarterly basis Reviewing the bookkeeping and VAT work produced by juniors

Experience/Skills required.

Three years\' experience working within practice Excellent communication skills ACCA/ACA part-qualified or soon to be part-qualified

For further information on the Semi Senior Accountant position, please apply direct or contact James Young at AJ Chambers.

PERSONAL TAX SENIOR

 

PURPOSE OF ROLETo manage a varied personal tax portfolio dealing with all routine personal tax compliance, preparation of tax returns and ad hoc advisory work. The role requires an individual who takes ownership/responsibility of the portfolio under the guidance of a Supervisor/Manager. JOB CONTENT Dealing with correspondence from clients and HMRC, via letters, email and telephoneCompletion of personal tax returns, liaising with clients/third parties to collate information, Data preparation and data entry, preparation of simple income/expenditure/letting accountsExcellent understanding of UK tax compliance cycle and planning for key deadlines/setting targetsChecking tax statements of accounts - advising tax payments and payments on accountElectronic filing of tax returnsChecking tax statements of accounts Assisting with P11D deliveryAssisting at client meetings Dealing with new client set up procedures, letters of engagement and client ID procedures

 

ESSENTIALUnderstands the personal tax compliance cycle (with around 3 years` experience) Assisting with ad hoc personal tax advisory workPractical experience in Share schemes, residency/remittance/split year, capital gains tax, trust & estates, EIS/SEIS, pension chargesDESIRABLEWorking knowledge of CCH personal tax softwareKnowledge of HNWI and UK residency and domicile rules useful P11D preparation but not essential

Corporate Tax Supervisor

 

Firm Introduction

This Top 40 firm advise dynamic businesses, not for profit organisations, private individuals and families on all areas of business, tax and wealth.

 

Role Description

As a Corporate Tax Supervisor you will report directly to our Corporate Tax Manager and Corporate Partner.  You must have experience in and have detailed knowledge of all aspects of UK corporation tax and have a sound grasp of other business taxes to not only ensure clients are fully tax compliant but to also identify tax planning opportunities.

 

Exposure to international tax issues such as double taxation relief and double taxation treaties, Transfer pricing, thin capitalisation and CFC\'s would be ideal.

 

Alphatax, CCH Central, Caseware, Digita and Microsoft office software packages used. Knowledge and use of these packages would be beneficial.

Our corporate clients include a broad range of sectors and industries and include OMBs, entrepreneurial companies, larger corporates, multi-national groups, FSA regulated companies and AIM listed PLCs.

 

The objectives of the role

To help oversee and maintain the annual CT compliance service of a varied portfolio of corporate clients.

 

Responsibilities

 Along with those responsibilities mentioned above you will:

Review and where necessary prepare more complex corporation tax returns and computations Assist the manager and partners with a wide range of ad hoc advisory queries ranging from one off questions to larger project work Help train and supervise junior members of tax staff Assist with tax marketing

 

Requirements

Ideally CTA qualified with 2-3 years post qualification corporate tax experience, or qualified by experience Team player Attention to detail Good communication skills

 

 

For further information on this role please apply direct or contact Jodi King at AJ Chambers.

Our client, a leading firm of Chartered Accountants, are looking for an Audit Senior to join their Sittingbourne office. This role sits within a really friendly and supportive team, and this is an excellent opportunity for an ACA / ACCA finalist or newly qualified to take the next step in their career.

As an Audit Senior, you will be responsible for the audits of client accounts, and the preparation of the client\'s accounts. The split between audits and accounts is anticipated to be around 60/40.

Ideally, you will be an ACA or ACCA finalist, or qualified, and have previous experience within a similar role. You will also have excellent communication skills with a self-motivated attitude.

Key Responsibilities of an Audit Senior:

The audit of client accounts from books and records that have been provided Preparation of client accounts including audit and non-audit clients Preparation of tax computations for both income tax and corporation tax based on accounts prepared Reconciliation of VAT and PAYE accounts and advising the manager or client directly of any adjustments needed concerning under payment or overpayments to the Tax Authorities Supervising the audit process on site, supporting and developing more junior members

Essential Skills and Experience for this Audit Senior role:

Previous experience in an audit role, qualified to ACA standard Well-rounded knowledge of auditing standards and accounting principles Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to complete assignments within tight deadlines Strong interpersonal skills ACA or ACCA Qualified

Please note that candidates without practice experience will not be considered for this role.

For more information on this Audit Senior role please either apply directly, or contact James Young at AJ Chambers. If this role isn\'t for you but you do possess many of the requirements please do get in contact with us as we may be able to offer a more suitable role.

A very exciting opportunity to work with one Kent’s leading independent accountancy firms as our client are looking for a keen and motivated Tax Junior to join the team in their Sevenoaks office.

What’s on Offer?

Excellent training and development opportunities Gain experience working hands on with every aspect of the role, and from some of the very best professionals in the industry Study support available for future qualifications Salary - £18,000-£25,000

The Ideal Candidate

This role offers an exciting opportunity for someone to start their career within Tax.

The ideal candidate will possess the below;

An enthusiastic attitude towards learning and building a career A keen interest in the accountancy & tax sector Educated to A-Level or Degree level Excellent communication and numeric skills Able to organise, prioritise and monitor workload effectively.

Duties & Responsibilities

The role will be primarily focused within the Corporate Tax team, however there may be opportunities to gain experience in other areas if desired. The core duties are as follows;

Preparation of corporation tax returns Work closely with colleagues in the audit and accounts departments to gather information Liaise with HMRC to resolve queries Identify potential tax planning opportunities for our clients Assist senior members of the team with advisory projects as required, including capital allowances and R&D

If you would like to be considered for this role then please apply, or contact Kieron Whitehead at AJ Chambers for more information.

A leading local accountancy practice is seeking a graduate to join their business as a Trainee Accountant. On offer is the chance to train and develop as you build a career within accountancy, whilst receiving excellent training and a fantastic study package.

This business has successfully hired and trained many people at this level in the past and helped them qualify as chartered accountants, where they have stayed within and progressed through the business.

The position is open whether you have achieved your degree within accountancy or not, as long as you have an ambition to work hard and pursue a career within accountancy and finance.

If you did not go to university and attain a degree, then you may still be considered for this role providing that you have studied AAT Level 2/3.

Requirements:

2:1 degree or higher in any discipline Excellent communication skills and the enthusiasm and interest to deal directly with clients Strong academic background prior to degree study If you haven\'t got a degree, you will be considered if you have completed AAT Level 2/Level 3

A competitive salary is on offer for the right person along with study support for ACCA.

Please contact James Young at AJ Chambers for more details.

AJ Chambers is seeking a Senior Accountant to join a well-respected firm based in Canterbury.

Our client is offering a varied role, with swift progression opportunities. This opportunity has arisen as a result of internal movements and a very successful period of organic growth.

The Role:

Preparing financial accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, along with corporation and personal tax compliance. You will be responsible for and have exposure to clients ranging from smaller businesses to groups of companies with turnovers of up to £5m. You will have exposure to a number of more complex restructuring, accounting, and tax planning matters. Personal and corporate tax matters to include tax return completion.

The Ideal Candidate:

Previous UK accountancy practice experience is essential. ACA/ACCA Qualified or QBE. You must have a driving licence and your own transport, to facilitate client visits. Will have previous involvement in accounts preparation work and tax returns for both unincorporated and corporate clients. Experience in managing a client list and having front line contact with clients.

If you feel you would be suitable, please apply direct or contact Jess Dodman at AJ Chambers.

Senior Accountant - Canterbury

AJ Chambers are currently seeking a Semi Senior Accountant to work in a very impressive firm, based in Sidcup.

Along with the excellent training scheme in place at the practice, our client recognises that a healthy work-life balance is of utmost importance and as such, they offer flexible hours, full block release training and are very accommodating to employee’s needs.

The Role:

Preparation of statutory accounts Completion of personal tax returns Supervising and supporting junior accountants Completion of bookkeeping and VAT returns Liaising and building relationships with clients

The Ideal Candidate:

AAT qualified would be ideal At least two years’ experience in an accountancy firm Experience within audit will be good, but not required Good accounts software knowledge, e.g. Sage, Xero, QuickBooks

If you feel you would be suitable, please apply direct or contact Jess Dodman at AJ Chambers.

Semi Senior Accountant - Sidcup

AJ Chambers are currently working alongside a leading independent firm, who are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper, based in Dover.

We are looking for a Bookkeeper who wants a challenging role, to develop their knowledge and skills.

The Role:

Monthly and quarterly management accounts and bookkeeping, for 50+ clients, covering a wide range of companies Quarterly VAT returns Experience in management accounts Supervision of junior/semi senior bookkeepers Clients meetings, for first VAT returns

The Ideal Candidate:

Practice experience required – a minimum of 1 year AAT semi-qualified/qualified, desirable but not essential Strong IT skills, particularly in Sage and Microsoft Office and any Cloud-Based Software Excellent people skills Good attention to detail, and organisational skills

If you feel you would be suitable, please apply direct or contact Jess Dodman at AJ Chambers.

Bookkeeper - Dover

Tax Assistant

 

The firm are a highly reputable independent accountancy practice seeking a Tax Assistant to join their growing team.

 

75% Personal Tax/25% Corporate Tax split Preparation of circa 860 Personal and Partnership Tax Returns Preparation of circa 100 Employer P11D(b) Returns Preparation of circa 600 Corporation Tax Returns Corresponding with HMRC on behalf of clients, both written and on telephone. Role is Assistant to Tax Manager (currently one assistant, this role will expand to two assistants to the Tax Manager) Support provided by both Tax Manager and Tax Partner Study support provided for ATT and/or CTA qualification Ideally minimum 12 months experience in personal Tax, although would consider applications from someone with 12 months accounting experience but wishing to move into a more tax focused role.

 

The firm offers a supportive and collaborative environment, and genuine scope for career progression.

One of Kent\'s market leading independent firms is looking to employ a highly experienced Audit & Accounts Manager to join their Tonbridge office. This is a perfect opportunity for somebody at Audit Senior/Supervisor level looking to step up to Manager, or alternatively, an experienced Audit Manager. You will be managing an audit team, supervising and reviewing their work whilst reporting to the Partners.

Audit & Accounts Manager 60% Audit, 40% Accounts £45,000 - £60,000 Fully Qualified

Duties:

Leading and managing an audit team Supervising and reviewing your team\'s work Planning, completing and managing audits and statutory accounts assignments including reviewing audit and accounts files of small, medium and large companies Performing an advisory role to a portfolio of clients across a variety of sectors Reporting to clients and answering questions on the audit and statutory financial statements Reporting on a regular basis to Partners and Directors

Qualifications and Experience:

ACA or ACCA Qualified Experience working in an Audit & Accounts role within Accountancy Practice Strong Audit experience is required Experience of managing an audit team

For more information on this role please either apply directly, or contact James Young at AJ Chambers.

A leading independent practice based in Dartford are looking for an ACCA/ACA Qualified Client Manager to join their growing practice. The successful candidate will be expected to manage a portfolio of clients whilst supervising juniors and reviewing their work.

Duties:

Managing a portfolio of clients (sole traders, partnerships, limited companies) Managing a busy team, ensuring the efficient preparation of accounts Reviewing accounts work completed by junior colleagues Corporation tax and income tax computations Management Accounts VAT Returns Providing advice to clients Travelling to client premises as required

Skills Required:

ACA or ACCA Qualified; QBE will be considered A minimum of 5 years\' practice experience Excellent communication skills Strong IT skills Driver, with access to a car

If you are interested in this Client Manager position, please apply direct or contact James Young at AJ Chambers Recruitment.