AJ Chambers are working on an excellent opportunity for an ACA/ACCA Qualified Audit Senior to join a leading independent accountancy firm, based in Birmingham.

Our client is giving you the chance to work with a wide range of clients giving you exposure to a variety of industries.

The Role:

Leading and assisting audit assignments in a variety of industries Accounts preparation for Corporate clients Preparation of corporation tax returns and computations Supervision of more junior staff Providing reports/updates to manager/partner Effectively deal with client and HMRC correspondence

The Ideal Candidate:

ACA or ACCA qualified (or very close to qualifying) Previous audit experience in a practice environment Experience using Sage and Microsoft Excel as well as other Microsoft applications and accounting software Ability to support and supervise junior staff.

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

Audit Senior - Birmingham

AJ Chambers are working with an established, forward thinking Top 10 firm of Chartered Accountants, who are looking for an Internal Audit Senior to join their Birmingham office.

As an Internal Audit Senior, you will be responsible for leading audits on a varied portfolio of sectors, including Local Government, Central Government, Sporting Governing Bodies and Housing to name a few.

You will be ACA/ACCA qualified, willing to travel and have previous experience within a similar role and have a great interest in the Public Sector Field and Internal Audit.

Key Responsibilities of an Internal Audit Senior:

Planning Audits and applying best practice audit principles at varying degrees of complexity Ability to ensure that all testing requirements are complied accurately, and up to date technical knowledge. Ability to ensure that client deadlines are met and to budget Experience of working on more complex aspects of audits. Building strong client relationships and being a point of contact on advice for structuring, systems as well as source of relevant information. Ability to identify and define financial, operational and compliance risks. Suggest improvements for audit efficiency and general process internally.

Essential Skills and Experience for this Internal Audit Senior role:

ACA/ACCA Qualified Previous experience in an Internal audit role Great interest in Public Sector Proficient in MS office, including PowerPoint and Excel and charting software such as Visio Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to complete assignments within tight deadlines Strong interpersonal and communication skills Full UK Driving licence and own vehicle

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

For more information or if you wish to apply for this role, please send your CV and details to James Gosling at AJ Chambers. If the role in question interests you, but you do not match the required specification, please contact me to discuss other roles that may be available.

 

Internal Audit Senior – Public Sector- Birmingham

Senior Audit Manager- Birmingham

AJ Chambers are working with a Top 10 Practice, whom are currently looking for a qualified Senior Audit Manager, with experience in the Not-for-Profit sector, to join their Birmingham office.

As a Senior Audit Manager, you will be responsible for leading audits on a varied portfolio of clients, supervising Managers, Junior Managers, Semi Seniors and the wider Audit team. You will be ACA/ACCA Qualified, willing to travel and have previous experience within a similar role.

Key Responsibilities of an Senior Audit Manager:

Delivering value to the client by providing knowledge, ideas and solutions for improving the business, assess legal implications Ensuring engagements are executed in accordance with the firm\'s methodologies and guidance, professional standards, and local legal and regulatory requirements Leading and coordinating the planning and management of assignments in an effective and efficient manner. Securing and enhancing relationships with senior client management. Being a pro-active leader of teams, ensure team members are properly managed and motivated and ensure staff needs, including training and development, are identified and acted upon

Essential Skills and Experience for this Senior Audit Manager role:

ACA/ACCA Qualified Proven experience in leading a number of major external audit and assurance engagements within the Not-for-Profit space. Housing experience would be preferable. Excellent technical expertise with proven industry knowledge in Not-for-Profit. Significant involvement in developing and delivering all services to client Team and peer leadership skills Significant involvement in developing and delivering all services to clients Strong interpersonal and communication skills

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

For more information or if you wish to apply for this role, please send your CV and details to James Gosling at AJ Chambers. If the role in question interests you, but you do not match the required specification, please contact me to discuss other roles that may be available.

 

Senior Audit Manager – Birmingham

AJ Chambers are currently working with a firm in Harbury that are looking to bring in a Senior Bookkeeper to join their already thriving team.

The Role:

General day to day bookkeeping for Sole Trader, Partnership & Limited Compnay Accounts. Preparation of VAT returns Use of Cloud Software, Xero and Receipt Bank

The Ideal Candidate:

Positive attitude Good communication skills Attention to detail The ability to prioritise work Able to work in a team or individually Trustworthy and reliable

If you think you would be suitable for this role please apply or contact Charlie Jones at AJ Chambers.

Accounts Semi Senior- Walsall

 

AJ Chambers are currently working with an well established and growing independent firm of Chartered Accountants in Walsall, who are looking for an ambitious Accounts Semi Senior to join their dynamic team.

 

This practice is one of the best environments for your development, their approach is committed, caring and conscientious and a big emphasis is placed on employees maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

 

As you can tell, this is an incredible opportunity for a driven candidate to join a great firm, which focus on development and nurturing talent from within. The role will include you servicing SME clients on their Year End Accounts, Management Accounts and Bookkeeping requirements.

 

Accounts Semi Senior Duties:

Producing Year End accounts for clients

Producing Management Accounts for clients

Bookkeeping Duties

Working with Seniors to ensure that jobs are completed on time.

Drafting client letters

Preparing VAT Returns

Preparing Corporation Tax computations

 

Accounts Semi Senior Requirements:

AAT Qualified or Part Qualified ACA/ACCA

At least 4 years of experience gained in a practice setting

Accounts preparation experience gained in practice

Strong communication skills and ability to liaise and form relationships with clients

Accuracy, deadline focused and the ability to work on their own initiative is crucial

Experience with accounts software e.g. Iris, Sage, QuickBooks, Xero etc.

 

For more information or if you wish to apply for this role, please send your CV and details to James Gosling at AJ Chambers. If the company in question interests you, but you do not match the required specification, please contact me to discuss other roles that may be available.

 

Accounts Semi- Senior

A leading regional accountancy practice are looking for a talented Audit Semi Senior to join their Birmingham Office.

 

The ideal candidate will be a driven and enthusiastic individual with at least 2 years\' experience in Public Practice accountancy Audit work, and will ideally be ACCA or ACA Part Qualified. Study Support is on offer and the firm is known for encouraging their employees to reach their full potential. You will be trained to lead audits and progress to a Senior Auditor in the team.

 

Requirements:

At least 2/3 years\' experience in Public Practice Accountancy ACCA/ACA part-qualified ideally Relevant degrees would be ideal Strong interpersonal skills Comfortable working autonomously

 

Benefits:

Highly competitive salary and benefits package. Full study funding and support plus potential to assist with training contract clawbacks. Supportive and friendly environment

 

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

For more information or if you wish to apply for this role, please send your CV and details to James Gosling at AJ Chambers. If the role in question interests you, but you do not match the required specification, please contact me to discuss other roles that may be available

 

Audit Semi Senior - Birmingham

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

Accounts Semi Senior- Sutton Coldfield

 

AJ Chambers are currently working with an well established and growing independent firm of Chartered Accountants in Sutton Coldfield, who are looking for an ambitious Accounts Semi Senior to join their dynamic team.

 

This practice is one of the best environments for your development, their approach is committed, caring and conscientious and a big emphasis is placed on employees maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

 

As you can tell, this is an incredible opportunity for a driven candidate to join a great firm, which focus on development and nurturing talent from within. The role will include you servicing SME clients on their Year End Accounts, Management Accounts and Bookkeeping requirements.

 

Accounts Semi Senior Duties:

Producing Year End accounts for clients

Producing Management Accounts for clients

Bookkeeping Duties

Working with Seniors to ensure that jobs are completed on time.

Drafting client letters

Preparing VAT Returns

Preparing Corporation Tax computations

 

Accounts Semi Senior Requirements:

AAT Qualified or Part Qualified ACA/ACCA

At least 4 years of experience gained in a practice setting

Accounts preparation experience gained in practice

Strong communication skills and ability to liaise and form relationships with clients

Accuracy, deadline focused and the ability to work on their own initiative is crucial

Experience with accounts software e.g. Iris, Sage, QuickBooks, Xero etc.

 

For more information or if you wish to apply for this role, please send your CV and details to James Gosling at AJ Chambers. If the company in question interests you, but you do not match the required specification, please contact me to discuss other roles that may be available.

 

Accounts Semi- Senior- Sutton Coldfield

 

AJ Chambers are working with an well established Top 10 Practice, whom are currently looking for an qualified and experienced Audit Manager in thier Birmingham office.

As an Audit Manager, you will be responsible for leading audits on a varied portfolio of clients, supervising Juniors, Semi Seniors and the wider Audit team. You will be ACA/ACCA Qualified, willing to travel and have previous experience within a similar role.

Key Responsibilities of an Audit Manager:

Planning Audits and identifying key risk areas. Ability to ensure that all statutory requirements are complied with, and up to date technical knowledge. Ability to ensure that client deadlines are met and to budget. Experience of working on more complex aspects of audits. Building strong client relationships and being a point of contact on advice for structuring, systems as well as source of relevant information. Supervising the audit process on site, supporting and managing Audit Team in collaboration with Audit Director and Audit Partner, supporting and developing more junior members of staff. Suggest improvements for audit efficiency and general process internally.

 

 

Essential Skills and Experience for this Audit Assistant Manager role:

ACA/ACCA Qualified Previous experience in a Manager or supervisor role for at least 18 months Well-rounded knowledge of auditing standards and accounting principles Experience working on Academy and Charity Audits. Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to complete assignments within tight deadlines Proven Experience in client handling and relationships. Strong interpersonal and communication skills

 

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

For more information or if you wish to apply for this role, please send your CV and details to James Gosling at AJ Chambers. If the role in question interests you, but you do not match the required specification, please contact me to discuss other roles that may be available.