Cameron James

We are supporting a well-established, privately-owned business operating within a project-driven environment to recruit a Head of Finance. This is a key leadership appointment offering the opportunity to take full ownership of the finance function and play a visible role in supporting ongoing growth. The role will suit a commercially aware and hands-on finance leader, typically an experienced Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager looking to step into a broader position with greater influence. Key responsibilities will include: • Leading and developing a small finance team • Ownership of monthly management accounts, budgeting and forecasting • Cashflow management and working capital optimisation • Supporting senior leadership with financial insight and performance analysis • Strengthening financial controls, processes and reporting systems • Overseeing statutory compliance including VAT and sector-specific requirements • Partnering with operational teams to improve project and business profitability The successful candidate will be: • ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent) • Experienced within a project-based, contracting or operational environment • A confident communicator able to work closely with non-finance stakeholders • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced SME setting • Motivated by the opportunity to influence change and drive improvements This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing organisation offering genuine autonomy and scope to shape the finance function. £65,000 - £80,000 + benefits Midlands (office-based with some flexibility) To apply or find out more, please submit your CV for a confidential discussion.

Role: Tax Senior Location: Wilmslow Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours Our client, due to continued growth, is seeking to recruit a Tax Senior to its existing team. Working with our Tax Manager, the role offers the opportunity to experience a wide range of personal tax matters including compliance, advisory and planning work. Key responsibilities: -Management of a portfolio of clients consisting of sole traders, landlords, directors and non-resident individuals. -Preparation and submission of Self-Assessment Tax Returns and 60-day Capital Gains Tax returns where applicable. -Communicating tax liabilities to clients and providing the necessary information to enable them to pay their liabilities in line with relevant deadlines. -Identifying tax planning opportunities within your portfolio and communicating these to the company's directors. -Assisting the Tax Manager with ad-hoc advisory projects. The ideal candidate will: -Have experience of managing their own portfolio of clients within a busy accountancy practice environment. -Have experience of all aspects of the Self-Assessment Tax Return process. -Be ATT qualified or qualified by experience. -Have strong technical personal tax knowledge and the ability to research and communicate technical information to both colleagues and clients. -Have the ability to liaise with clients, resolving their queries in a timely manner. -Be driven and proactive, ensuring that our commitment to providing excellent service levels to our clients is met. This is an immediate requirement, so click apply and if suitable, a consultant will be in touch

My client is a well established and successful engineering and sales organisation looking to employ a driven Sales Executive to maximise sales across it's large existing customer base and to seek out new clients on a national basis. As the Sales Executive your key responsibilities will include ;- • Identify prospective customers by using business directories, follow leads from existing clients, and attend trade shows and conferences • Contact new and existing customers to discuss their needs and to explain how specific products and services can meet these needs • Help customers select products based on the customers' needs, product specifications, and regulations • Emphasize product features based on analyses of customers' needs and on technical knowledge of product capabilities and limitations • Answer customers' questions about prices, availability, and product uses • Negotiate prices and terms of sale and service agreements • Prepare sales contracts and submit orders for processing and occasionally visit clients on site to discuss new product launches. You will be an accomplished Sales Executive, able to display a successful sales track record in gained within an engineering or technical environment and be used to working to and achieving targets. On offer is an attractive basic salary and open ended bonus structure and the chance to work in a real team atmosphere.

Role: Bookkeeper Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours Rate: £28,000 - £32,000 Location; Based at either Ilkley or Bingley Offices Core duties for Bookkeeper: balancing and maintaining accurate ledgers matching purchase orders to invoices monitoring expenses and tallying cash receipts paying vendor invoices monitor bank account balances prepare financial statements oversee profit and loss, cash flow and balance sheets assist with payroll pre-payments and accruals set up supplier and customer accounts deal with customer queries provide support on client premises visits Experience needed for the Bookkeeper: strong working knowledge of both Sage and Excel and ideally CIS attention to detail excellent communication skills ideally AAT qualified or part qualified, or bookkeeping equivalent (also happy to consider QBE) flexible approach to work minimum of 3 years previous bookkeeping experience within practice

Role: Accountant Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Location: Wilmslow Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours This is the perfect opportunity for an Accountant (ACCA/ACA qualified/ part qualified) with a minimum of three years' experience to join this pro-active accountancy firm. Not only will you be a highly capable accountant, you will need to be able to demonstrate that you are excellent at handling a large client base and creating long-lasting client relationships. You may be asked to work with our broader range of clients, or specialise on our list of GP Practice clients (for this, previous experience will be needed but the salary will reflect this) We provide a bespoke service to a range of clients, delivering an exceptional service with 1st class knowledge. The main responsibilities for this role includes: Accounts preparation for Limited Companies, Sole Traders, Partnerships, LLP's & Charities Managing a diverse portfolio of clients Credit control activities Working closely with the partner Liaising with clients advising them on accounting systems and processes Tax Computations Bookkeeping activities VAT Returns We are sure that you will find this role the perfect opportunity to progress your career as part of an ambitious and knowledgeable team.

Role: Accounts Senior Location: Newport, Gwent Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours Our client is a leading firm of Chartered Accountants; the Newport office is recruiting an accounts senior to join its growing audit team. Through their network they harness global intelligence and combine this with local presence and knowledge to share technical and commercial insight. Overview The Accounts Senior will be a key member of the Business Advisory Department. They will be the first point of contact for the client and will be responsible for managing the completion of their accounts assignments. They will also be responsible for keeping management up to date on the status of their work. Job description As an Accounts Senior, your typical daily duties will include; Maintain and develop technical ability by attending webinars and keeping abreast of technical development; Preparation and completion of Limited company accounts Ability to use Xero, and other accountancy software. Ability to reconcile all control accounts Supporting junior colleagues with queries; Preparation of management accounts; Dealing with Ad hoc queries raised by clients Being the first point of contact for the client whilst working on their accounts; Keep the manager informed of any issues that arise with the client; Raise any potential time overruns with the manager as they are identified; Be responsible for clearing review points and addressing any follow up queries until the date the accounts are signed. Person specifications Be approachable to members of the accounts team; Clearly explain technical points to the accounts team; Must have a good amount of Limited company accounts experience Ideally a proficient user of Pro Audit (auto automation) and CCH Accounts Production; Experience as senior overseeing juniors; Lead by example and instil a sense of professionalism in the team; Maintain objectivity, professionalism and independence in client relationship; Discuss difficult/contentious matters with the client directly on-site; Present yourself in a professional manner to the client at all times, including being appropriately dressed and communicating in an appropriate manner Working arrangements The working week: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday); standard office hours are 8.30AM to 5.00PM with flexibility of hours to meet specific work demands and client office hours. Location: Your work base is our Newport Office. However, you may be required to spend time working at client premises. Benefits 30 days holiday (including bank holidays Life assurance (2 x salary) Pension Scheme arrangements ICAEW/ACCA subscriptions paid In house Gym

Role: Audit Senior Location: Goole Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 The ideal Candidate will need to have around three to five years' experience in audit/accounts and be either ACA or ACCA qualified The majority of the job role will be internal/external auditing for approximately 60% - 70% of the role, reporting to the audit supervisor. The remainder of the time will involve business services including statutory and unincorporated accounts productions, management accounting and related services. The Candidate will be required at times to help train junior practice members, increasing their skillsets and expanding their roles accordingly Experience in software including Caseware Audit, IRIS Accountancy Suite and book-keeping software such as Sage, Xero, Kashflow, QuickBooks and Iris or similar is also desirable. The Candidate will have an advantage if they are experienced or have an understanding in Corporate and Business Tax, Personal Tax and Mercia audit manuals. Overall Purpose of Job: To prepare and audit accounts of Limited companies, large partnerships and sole traders to review stage. To undertake Business Support Services and training junior staff Main Duties & Responsibilities: To undertake audits of small to medium companies/groups and supervise junior staff in relation to this and present the completed audit file to the relevant supervisor. To undertake accounts preparation from client books and presenting to the relevant partner and prepare statutory accounts. To undertake business support work including preparation of management accounts, Bookkeeping reviews, VAT Returns and assisting clients in any other matters Solving clients accounting problems, reconciling accounts Maintaining Client relationships To identify any further client service opportunities To supervise/train junior members of staff as required.

Role: Accountant Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Location: Wilmslow Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours This is the perfect opportunity for an Accountant (ACCA/ACA qualified/ part qualified) with a minimum of three years' experience to join this pro-active accountancy firm. Not only will you be a highly capable accountant, you will need to be able to demonstrate that you are excellent at handling a large client base and creating long-lasting client relationships. You may be asked to work with our broader range of clients, or specialise on our list of Dental Practice clients (for this, previous experience will be needed but the salary will reflect this) We provide a bespoke service to a range of clients, delivering an exceptional service with 1st class knowledge. The main responsibilities for this role includes: Accounts preparation for Limited Companies, Sole Traders, Partnerships, LLP's & Charities Managing a diverse portfolio of clients Credit control activities Working closely with the partner Liaising with clients advising them on accounting systems and processes Tax Computations Bookkeeping activities VAT Returns We are sure that you will find this role the perfect opportunity to progress your career as part of an ambitious and knowledgeable team.

Role: Accountant Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Location: Lancaster Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours This is the perfect opportunity for an Accountant (ACCA/ACA qualified/ part qualified) with a minimum of three years' experience to join this pro-active accountancy firm. Not only will you be a highly capable accountant, you will need to be able to demonstrate that you are excellent at handling a large client base and creating long-lasting client relationships. We provide a bespoke service to a range of clients, delivering an exceptional service with 1st class knowledge. The main responsibilities for this role includes: Accounts preparation for Limited Companies, Sole Traders, Partnerships, LLP's & Charities Managing a diverse portfolio of clients Credit control activities Working closely with the partner Liaising with clients advising them on accounting systems and processes Tax Computations Bookkeeping activities VAT Returns We are sure that you will find this role the perfect opportunity to progress your career as part of an ambitious and knowledgeable team.

Role: Audit Senior Location: North West (including Liverpool, Chester, Stockport, Widnes) Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 The ideal Candidate will need to have around three to five years' experience in audit/accounts and be either ACA or ACCA qualified The majority of the job role will be internal/external auditing for approximately 60% - 70% of the role, reporting to the audit supervisor. The remainder of the time will involve business services including statutory and unincorporated accounts productions, management accounting and related services. The Candidate will be required at times to help train junior practice members, increasing their skillsets and expanding their roles accordingly Experience in software including Caseware Audit, IRIS Accountancy Suite and book-keeping software such as Sage, Xero, Kashflow, QuickBooks and Iris or similar is also desirable. The Candidate will have an advantage if they are experienced or have an understanding in Corporate and Business Tax, Personal Tax and Mercia audit manuals. Overall Purpose of Job: To prepare and audit accounts of Limited companies, large partnerships and sole traders to review stage. To undertake Business Support Services and training junior staff Main Duties & Responsibilities: To undertake audits of small to medium companies/groups and supervise junior staff in relation to this and present the completed audit file to the relevant supervisor. To undertake accounts preparation from client books and presenting to the relevant partner and prepare statutory accounts. To undertake business support work including preparation of management accounts, Bookkeeping reviews, VAT Returns and assisting clients in any other matters Solving clients accounting problems, reconciling accounts Maintaining Client relationships To identify any further client service opportunities To supervise/train junior members of staff as required.

Role: Audit and Accounts Senior Location: Sunderland Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours, based on site The role involves preparation and auditing of accounts for a variety of client types including limited companies, charities, partnerships, and sole traders. The successful candidate will work with clients from a variety of sectors including engineering, leisure and hospitality, solicitors and charities. The role requires attendance at clients' sites across the North East. Key Responsibilities: Preparation of accounts from a variety of clients' systems - Sage, Xero, QuickBooks etc. Preparation of corporation tax computations Actioning queries raised by accounts and tax managers on the accounts and working papers prepared Finalisation of the accounts following client meetings Acting as a point of contact for clients for ad hoc queries Preparation of management accounts and VAT returns Lead audit assignments, which will include planning, fieldwork and completion using standard programmes including specialist audits e.g. SAR and charities Supervise, train and mentor more junior members of staff The ideal candidate will : Be ACA/ACCA/AAT qualified or finalist or be qualified by experience Ideally have a minimum of 4 years' experience working in an accounting practice Have a strong technical knowledge and be up to date with current legislation Have good training and mentoring skills Have experience of preparation of year end accounts for owner-managed small to medium businesses including sole traders, partnerships and limited companies Have experience in statutory auditing Be able to work to tight deadlines and budgets Be driven and proactive, ensuring that our commitment to providing excellent service levels to our clients is met Have a good knowledge of accounting software packages such as Sage, QuickBooks and Xero would be advantageous Possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Have good organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail Be keen to take on additional responsibilities and make recommendations for business and process improvements Ideally be a driver with own car In addition to the above, it would be advantageous but not essential if the successful candidate had experience of the following areas: Preparation of charity accounts Audit of charities Solicitors Accounts Rules What we offer: A competitive salary Auto enrolment contributory pension scheme Up to 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Flexible working hours Extensive learning and development opportunities Study support would be considered for the right candidate The ability to accrue Time off in Lieu (TOIL)

Role: Tax Senior Location: Gosforth Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours based on site Located on the High Street, the office is only a short walk from Gosforth Metro station, making it ideal for commuters. Off street permit parking is also available nearby. Working with our Tax Manager, the role offers the opportunity to experience a wide range of personal tax matters including compliance, advisory and planning work. Key responsibilities: Management of a portfolio of clients consisting of sole traders, landlords, directors and non-resident individuals. Preparation and submission of Self-Assessment Tax Returns and 60-day Capital Gains Tax returns where applicable. Communicating tax liabilities to clients and providing the necessary information to enable them to pay their liabilities in line with relevant deadlines. Identifying tax planning opportunities within your portfolio and communicating these to the company's directors. Assisting the Tax Manager with ad-hoc advisory projects. The ideal candidate will: Have experience of managing their own portfolio of clients within a busy accountancy practice environment. Have experience of all aspects of the Self-Assessment Tax Return process. Be ATT qualified or qualified by experience. Have strong technical personal tax knowledge and the ability to research and communicate technical information to both colleagues and clients. Have the ability to liaise with clients, resolving their queries in a timely manner. Be driven and proactive, ensuring that our commitment to providing excellent service levels to our clients is met. What we offer A competitive salary Up to 33 days' holiday per year, including bank holidays Auto enrolment contributory pension scheme Flexible working hours Extensive learning and development opportunities Study support would be considered for the right candidate The ability to earn time off in lieu