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A highly regarded and growing accountancy firm is looking to appoint a talented VAT professional to join their expert team. The firm is one of the largest independent chartered accountants and business advisers in the South West.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm where you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality VAT advisory services to a varied client base. Build and maintain strong tax relationships with corporate clients, delivering an exceptional level of service Provide practical, commercially focused VAT advice to solve complex client challenges Manage the delivery of tax projects, ensuring technical excellence Communicate clearly with clients, offering concise and jargon-free solutions Work across a broad range of middle-market advisory projects Qualifications & Experience CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification (or working towards) Strong VAT technical knowledge, ideally gained within practice Proven experience advising corporate clients on VAT matters Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex issues A proactive and client-focused approach

KC Group are working with a successful and growing SME business seeking a proactive and hands-on Finance Manager to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified or finalist accountant looking to take ownership of a broad finance function within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The Role: Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function, including: Preparation of monthly management accounts and group consolidation Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning Variance analysis and commentary for senior leadership Ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and month-end close process Managing and developing a Assistant Accountant Supporting the FC with board reporting and strategic finance projects Continuous improvement of finance processes and controls About You: ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or finalist Experienced in management accounts and month-end processes Comfortable with budgeting and forecasting in a commercial environment Strong in Excel and financial systems A confident communicator with the ability to partner non-finance stakeholders Previous experience supervising or mentoring junior team members What's on Offer £55,000 basic salary (DOE) Bonus scheme Benefits package Onsite working within a supportive and collaborative SME environment Genuine opportunity to add value and progress within the business

Are you an experienced receptionist available for a short-term assignment within a professional services environment? We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established firm based in the Blythe Valley area. This is a great opportunity to step into a polished, client-facing role where you'll be the first point of contact, ensuring a welcoming and efficient front-of-house experience. Key Responsibilities of the Receptionist role: Greeting clients and visitors in a professional and friendly manner Handling and directing incoming calls Maintaining a tidy and organised reception area Managing incoming and outgoing post and deliveries Keeping accurate visitor records and following security procedures Providing light administrative support, including scheduling appointments Supporting with general reception duties as required Requirements for the receptionist role Include: Previous reception/front-of-house experience is essential Strong communication and organisational skills Professional presentation and approach Key information about the Receptionist role Includes: Location: Blythe Valley, Solihull Dates: 1st - 18th May 2026 Pay: £13.50 per hour If you're immediately available and keen to support a reputable wealth management business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Reiss at for more information. If your application is unsuccessful, your CV will be kept on file for future opportunities.

KC Group is working with a growing SME with a group of businesses across multiple sectors, entering an exciting phase of expansion. As a result, they are looking to appoint a Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function and help build the financial infrastructure needed to support continued growth. This is a high-impact role working closely with the Managing Director, offering genuine scope to shape the finance function and progress into a Financial Controller position over time. This position will evolve the finance function from a primarily transactional and compliance-based environment into a forward-looking, insight-driven function. You will introduce improved reporting, budgeting and forecasting to support strategic decision-making as the business scales. Key Responsibilities You will take overall ownership of the finance function, leading and developing a small team while acting as a key business partner to the Managing Director and wider leadership team. This will involve collaborating closely with operational, sales and purchasing teams, as well as managing relationships with external advisors and banking partners. You will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, including full monthly management accounts with clear commentary on performance, risks and opportunities. Maintaining strong financial control across the balance sheet, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and supporting quarterly reporting obligations will form a key part of the role. A core focus will be improving cash flow visibility and working capital management, through the development of rolling forecasts, monitoring stock and debtor positions, and proactively identifying risks to liquidity while supporting informed decision-making. You will also introduce and lead structured budgeting and forecasting processes, delivering annual budgets, rolling forecasts and variance analysis, while building financial models to support strategic planning and translating financial data into clear insight for non-finance stakeholders. From a commercial perspective, you will provide valuable analysis on margins, pricing and profitability, supporting supplier negotiations, monitoring cost of goods and identifying opportunities to improve financial performance, as well as contributing to new product launches and growth initiatives. Alongside this, you will play a key role in strengthening systems and processes, improving reporting tools and data visibility, enhancing financial controls appropriate for a growing SME, and supporting the implementation of the Unleashed inventory system alongside existing Xero systems. About You Experience within product-based, manufacturing, FMCG or stock-led environments would be advantageous. Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), part-qualified or strong QBE candidates will all be considered. Experience as a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or similar Background in a growing SME or entrepreneurial environment Strong management accounts, forecasting and budgeting experience Comfortable building processes in a scaling business Able to communicate financial information to non-finance stakeholders Commercially minded with the ability to influence decision-making You'll be joining a fast-paced, entrepreneurial business where ideas are encouraged, ownership is valued, and you can make a real impact. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with leadership and shape the future of the finance function. Benefits include: 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) Flexible working hours (core hours 10:00am - 4:30pm) Clear progression to Financial Controller Collaborative and supportive team environment

Our client, a leading boutique corporate finance advisory firm in the Midlands, is seeking to appoint a M&A Manager to support the continued growth of its practice. This is a key appointment, offering the opportunity to work closely with highly experienced Partners and to play a central role in the origination and execution of high-quality mid-market transactions. Responsibilities Leading and managing transactions across M&A, disposals, acquisitions, and fundraising mandates Acting as a trusted advisor to clients, developing and maintaining strong relationships with business owners, management teams, and private equity investors Taking responsibility for the full deal lifecycle, including financial analysis, valuations, preparation of marketing materials, negotiation, and project management Contributing to business development initiatives and supporting the growth of the firm's client network Coaching, developing, and providing guidance to junior members of the team The successful candidate will demonstrate: Significant corporate finance, M&A, or transaction services experience gained within a professional advisory environment Strong technical capability, with a proven track record of leading transactions to completion Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build long-term client relationships at a senior level Professional qualification (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) preferred Commercial awareness, ambition, and the ability to thrive in a boutique environment where quality of service and delivery are paramount This role offers exposure to a wide range of high-quality transactions within a dynamic and collaborative environment. It provides clear progression towards Associate Director level, alongside a competitive package and performance-related incentives.