Tax Assistant Manager OR Manager – Great Scope for Career Progression!

An impressive firm of chartered accountants are currently looking to recruit a Tax Manager or AM to join their growing practice in Maidstone. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a firm with a highly supportive and collaborative culture and offering exciting scope for career progression within a family orientated environment.

The Role

Responsible for tax department (2 x Tax Assistants) and reportable directly to the Partners.

Overseeing preparation and submission of

850 personal and partnership tax returns 1000 corporation tax returns 100 P11Ds

Responsible for overseeing the work of two Tax Assistants within the department.

A solid base in compliance is required, and if desired; there will be the opportunity to develop the advisory side under the tutelage of the Tax Partner.

Managing workflow of HMRC enquiries and liaising with relevant members of accounts department to ensure deadlines are met.

For further information on this position, please apply direct or contact Jodi King from AJ Chambers.

Audit & Accounts Manager (80% Audit)

Milton Keynes

Up to £60,000

A well respected firm of chartered accountants are seeking an Audit Manager to join its well established and highly regarded audit team.

The Role:

Day to day management of the Corporate Services Group: training, mentoring and developing team members Managing a varied portfolio of clients, to involve communicating engagement progress, problems, financial information and other business concerns Participating in networking and building client relationships Reviewing assignments and working papers, providing constructive feedback to team members Taking responsibility for achieving engagement profitability – billings and collections Supporting the partners with business development activities, client tender processes Supporting team members and clients, at times across multiple offices, in a role that has a requirement for flexible working hours including additional hours when required

The Ideal Candidate:

You must be ICAEW/ACCA qualified or QBE, with a significant level of recent UK practice experience relevant to audit. Strong technical knowledge of corporate accounting and audit matters (e.g UK GAAP, FRS102, IFRS) coupled with a proven ability to act as a technical resource and point of first reference for other team members. Good all-round knowledge of audit and accounting software packages. Familiarity with CCH software would be advantageous. Competent MS office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook). Previous experience of leading audit teams including training, mentoring, and supervising staff in their day to day work. Proven background in effectively managing a client portfolio. Competent WIP management and capable of achieving billing targets. Capable of managing multiple deadlines and delegating work effectively within a team. Good level of Corporate Tax experience: the ability to review draft Corporation Tax computations, and sufficient understanding to enable proactive dialogue with clients. An interest and/or previous involvement in business development activities such as tender processes and presentations. A willingness and capability to work with the partners to continue to raise the firm’s profile and attract additional clients. Ability to support and lead business development work and networking to develop a strong network of relationships. Ability to work independently with little supervision, whilst capable of integrating well within a team environment.

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply direct or contact Jodi King at AJ Chambers.

Accounts Assistant - Outstanding Training Firm - Supportive Culture - £17,000 +

If you are looking for a fully funded block release AAT package, which can progress to ACCA, our client is looking to provide an environment for a Trainee to thrive.

Location: Benfleet, Essex

You will receive expert support from an experienced team with an open-door policy to Managers/Partners. You will be exposed to a diverse client portfolio and range of general practice work to aid your professional and personal development.

Core Duties:

Preparation of VAT returns using Excel, Xero, and QuickBooks Preparation of CIS returns and submission to HMRC Data entry of bank transactions, sales ledger and purchase ledger into Excel, Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks Member of the audit team carrying out detailed testing, stock attendance etc. Reconciliation of bank, sales, and purchase control accounts Preparation of Income and Expenditure accounts Preparation of small limited company accounts under FRS105 and FRS102 1A

Further benefits include flexible working hours, 20 days holiday (rises with time served/qualification), progression to a Senior role, pension, and social culture.

For further information on this Accounts Assistant role, please apply direct or contact Scott Golding from AJ Chambers.

Accounts Assistant - Outstanding Training Firm - Supportive Culture - £17,000 +

Senior Accountant OR Experienced Accountant - Reputable, Well-Established Accountants

Benefits: £35,000 + | 20 Days holiday (Rises with time served) | Flexible Working

We are looking for a Newly Qualified or Senior Accountant to join a progressive and reputable chartered accountants in Benfleet, Essex. This is a role available due to growth and plenty of scope to progress is available.

This role will suit a newly qualified ACA/ACCA Accountant or an individual with 3-10 years practice experience who may be qualified by experience. You will work in an expert team and have great exposure to a diverse client portfolio and mix of general practice work.

Senior Accountant – Duties:

Working immediately under a Partner/Senior Manager Preparation of Limited Company accounts under FRS102, FRS102 1A and FRS105 Preparation of Corporation Tax computations and CT600’s Monthly / quarterly management accounts preparation Undertaking audits of Limited Companies (leading a small team) Preparation and submission of personal tax returns Preparation and submission of VAT returns Preparation and submission of CIS returns Knowledge of CCH software (preferable) SAGE / Xero / QuickBooks knowledge Working as part of a team and supervising junior staff Building relationships with clients and providing ad-hoc advice and support

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

Senior Accountant OR Experienced Accountant - Reputable, Well-Established Accountants

Senior Manager OR Partner Designate (Audit & Accounts) - Up to £70,000 - Chelmsford, Essex

If you are looking for a step up to Partner but your current route is blocked, AJ Chambers are working with a leading independent firm, with an excellent reputation that can offer you the chance to progress.

Our client is looking into succession plans and wishes to bring in external talent, to continue driving the firm forward, as they continue to grow.

You will manage a significant portfolio and work closely with Partners and other Senior Managers and have a real voice in board meetings and the direction the firm heads. This is a supervisory position, you will review work produced by the team, act as a mentor, attend networking events and sell the services of the business.

Core Benefits:

Up to £70,000 starting salary Clear timeline to be promoted to become Partner 25 days holiday Free parking Flexible / hybrid working arrangements available (early finishes available) Social office and great team culture Birthday and Christmas gifts!

For further information on this Senior Manager / Partner Designate position, please apply direct or contact Scott Golding from AJ Chambers.

Private Client Tax Consultant – Top 60 firm | Hybrid Working | On-Site Gym

A fantastic opportunity to join an international firm of Chartered Accountants with over 200 staff in the UK. A Top 60 firm, recruiting for a Private Client Tax Consultant to provide tax advisory and tax compliance services to high net worth individuals, both UK and non UK domiciled.

The clients are of a quality and diversity that you would expect from an international practice based in central London, including sports people and entertainers.

The firm offers a highly competitive benefits offering, including but not limited to; flexible working hours, homeworking, competitive holiday allowance, private medical insurance, TOIL, free onsite gym, life assurance, numerous vouchers/discounts including eyecare, theatre tickets, restaurants and so much more! This is a mere snapshot of their impressive offering.

Key elements of the role are:

Personal tax compliance for High Net Worth Individuals Provision of tax advice to both compliance and non-compliance clients on a variety of different issues.

Day to day work will encompass:

Preparation of tax returns for UK domiciled and non—UK-domiciled high net worth individuals Preparation of specialist computations, for example tax pool computation for offshore trusts. Providing advice to UK domiciled and non-UK-domiciled individuals on a wide range of issues such as those set out above. Dealing with clients and third parties internationally in an efficient and effective manner.

Requirements:

Excellent communication skills and sound technical knowledge Ability to work under pressure and in a deadline environment Excellent IT skills and receptive to technology changes

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

Private Client Tax Manager – Top 60 firm | Hybrid Working | On-Site Gym

A fantastic opportunity to join an international firm of Chartered Accountants with over 200 staff in the UK. A Top 60 firm, recruiting for a Private Client Tax Manager to provide tax advisory and tax compliance services to high net worth individuals, both UK and non UK domiciled and to support the technical and personal development of the consultant and student group.

The clients are of a quality and diversity that you would expect from an international practice based in central London, including sports people and entertainers.

The firm offers a highly competitive benefits offering, including but not limited to; flexible working hours, homeworking, competitive holiday allowance, private medical insurance, TOIL, free onsite gym, life assurance, numerous vouchers/discounts including eyecare, theatre tickets, restaurants and so much more! This is a mere snapshot of their impressive offering.

Key elements of the role are:

To provide tax advisory and tax compliance services to high net worth individuals, both UK and non-UK-domiciled. To support the technical and personal development of the consultant and student group.

Day to day work will encompass:

Review the tax returns prepared by consultants and provide technical input on these Provide specialist tax advisory service to clients including; estate planning, inheritance tax planning, wealth structuring, domicile issues. Identify opportunities for restructuring clients’ tax affairs and raise these with the client partner or the client. Deal with HMRC on tax investigations Support other managers and senior managers with technical input as required Support development of the junior staff through work reviews and timely feedback Act as point of contact for clients, alongside partner Preparation of billing to clients

Requirements:

Preferably CTA qualified Excellent communication skills and sound technical knowledge Experience of working with a complex UK and non-domiciled HMW client base Ability to manage workflow in a busy and demanding environment

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

Audit Assistant Manager OR Manager – Flexible/Hybrid Working | Term-Time/Part Time Considered!

A long established and highly reputable firm are looking for a bright and able individual to join their growing team. The role offers flexible/hybrid working, and will also consider term-time working or part time. Their clients include a diverse range of corporate and individual businesses, Not-for-profit organisations (including Academies, Schools and Charities) as well as Trusts.

The Role

An opportunity to work within the Academies team has arisen due to the expansion of the department. This sector is a very important part of our business and one we invest in regularly to ensure our offering to the education sector is second to none. As well as being an integral part of the academies team and working throughout the year with our education clients the opportunity to also prepare and audit company accounts exists.

The Academies team is made up of a dynamic group of people, qualified; part qualified and qualified by experience who undertakes a variety of work within the sector. This opportunity would allow an individual to develop their skills and knowledge across a broad spectrum of work leading to internal progression. It is an exciting time to join our team if you are looking for a new opportunity.

Preparing financial statements from clients trial balance; Auditing all areas of financial statements and preparing audit files for review; Taking responsibility for all work allocated communicating with manager and partner as necessary; Ability to provide on-the-job training for team members when appropriate; Capacity to work on numerous jobs simultaneously;

Requirements

Minimum 4 years auditing and accounting experience. ACA/ACCA/AAT qualification (preferable but not essential). Knowledge of CCH or other accounts production packages Experience of using sage; Quickbooks and other accounting packages;

Salary/benefits

Salary review annually in July Paid overtime or time off in lieu Flexible/hybrid working, and term-time/part-time considered 25 days annual leave (pro-rata), with an additional day after every 4 years’ service, up to 5 additional days, as well as Christmas Eve.

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