Join a leading national accountancy firm as an Audit Senior within their Corporate Audit and Assurance team in Woking. This is a client facing role working with ambitious mid-sized businesses and larger corporate groups across a range of sectors. You will play a key role in delivering audits from planning through to completion, supervising junior team members and working closely with clients throughout the process. This is a great opportunity to step into a position with real responsibility within a firm that offers strong progression and exposure to a varied client base. Job Title: Audit Supervisor Job Type: Permanent Location: Woking Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 Reference no: 16022 Audit Supervisor - Benefits • Hybrid working• Private medical cover• Pension with employer contributions• Life assurance• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays• Professional subscription paid• Employee referral bonus scheme• Cycle to work scheme• Employee assistance programme• Clear career progression within a national firm Audit Supervisor - About The Role Reporting directly to an Audit Manager, you will take responsibility for managing audit assignments from planning through to completion. You will supervise junior staff, review their work, and ensure assignments are delivered to a high standard and within deadlines. The role involves regular client interaction, both remotely and on site, working with a wide range of businesses from growing companies to larger established groups. You will also collaborate closely with colleagues across the wider audit team to deliver high quality audit and assurance work. This position offers strong exposure to technical audit work and is well suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of their assignments while continuing to develop their experience within a larger firm environment. Key responsibilities: • Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion• Supervising and reviewing the work of junior staff• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts• Identifying audit risks and ensuring appropriate procedures are completed• Liaising directly with clients throughout the audit process• Working closely with Managers and the wider audit team to deliver assignments efficiently The successful Audit Supervisor will have: • ACA or ACCA qualified, or close to qualification• Recent external audit experience within a UK accountancy practice• Experience working on corporate audit engagements• Strong knowledge of auditing standards• Confidence working with clients and supervising junior staff• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Join a leading national accountancy firm as an Audit Senior within their Corporate Audit and Assurance team in Woking. This is a client facing role working with ambitious mid-sized businesses and larger corporate groups across a range of sectors. You will play a key role in delivering audits from planning through to completion, supervising junior team members and working closely with clients throughout the process. This is a great opportunity to step into a position with real responsibility within a firm that offers strong progression and exposure to a varied client base. Job Title: Audit Supervisor Job Type: Permanent Location: Woking Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 Reference no: 16022 Audit Supervisor - Benefits • Hybrid working• Private medical cover• Pension with employer contributions• Life assurance• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays• Professional subscription paid• Employee referral bonus scheme• Cycle to work scheme• Employee assistance programme• Clear career progression within a national firm Audit Supervisor - About The Role Reporting directly to an Audit Manager, you will take responsibility for managing audit assignments from planning through to completion. You will supervise junior staff, review their work, and ensure assignments are delivered to a high standard and within deadlines. The role involves regular client interaction, both remotely and on site, working with a wide range of businesses from growing companies to larger established groups. You will also collaborate closely with colleagues across the wider audit team to deliver high quality audit and assurance work. This position offers strong exposure to technical audit work and is well suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of their assignments while continuing to develop their experience within a larger firm environment. Key responsibilities: • Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion• Supervising and reviewing the work of junior staff• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts• Identifying audit risks and ensuring appropriate procedures are completed• Liaising directly with clients throughout the audit process• Working closely with Managers and the wider audit team to deliver assignments efficiently The successful Audit Supervisor will have: • ACA or ACCA qualified, or close to qualification• Recent external audit experience within a UK accountancy practice• Experience working on corporate audit engagements• Strong knowledge of auditing standards• Confidence working with clients and supervising junior staff• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
A fantastic opportunity for a Semi Senior Accountant to join a well-established independent firm with ambitious growth plans. This is a varied position that would suit someone with around 1 to 2 years of practice experience, ideally including some audit exposure, who is looking to continue their studies in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Job Title: Semi-Senior Accountant Job Type: Permanent Location: Guildford Salary: £25 000 Reference no: 16003 Semi-Senior Accountant Benefits Full study support to finish your studies 20 days annual leave rising to 25 once qualified Hybrid working Free parking Excellent career progression Semi-Senior Accountant About The Role This is a broad and hands on role offering exposure across multiple areas of accountancy practice. The successful candidate will work with a range of clients and gain experience across accounts, audit, outsourcing, VAT, and both corporate and personal tax. The firm is well established, but still has strong ambitions for growth, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to develop with a business that can offer genuine long term progression. This role would particularly suit someone who enjoys variety in their work and is keen to build a strong technical foundation across several service lines. You will also gain exposure to FRS 102 clients throughout, making this a strong opportunity for someone looking to further develop their technical knowledge while working towards ACA or ACCA qualification. Key responsibilities: Preparing accounts for a range of clients under FRS 102 Assisting on audit assignments and supporting the wider audit process Supporting outsourcing work for clients as required Preparing and reviewing VAT returns Assisting with both corporate and personal tax work Working closely with senior members of the team to deliver a high standard of client service Building strong technical knowledge across a varied client portfolio The successful Semi-Senior Accountant will have: Experience within a UK based Practice is essential Exposure to accounts preparation under FRS 102 Some audit exposure is preferred Be actively studying AAT, ACA or ACCA Strong communication skills and confidence to talk directly to clients Ambition and motivation to reach your full potential Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
A fantastic opportunity for a Semi Senior Accountant to join a well-established independent firm with ambitious growth plans. This is a varied position that would suit someone with around 1 to 2 years of practice experience, ideally including some audit exposure, who is looking to continue their studies in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Job Title: Semi-Senior Accountant Job Type: Permanent Location: Guildford Salary: £25 000 Reference no: 16003 Semi-Senior Accountant Benefits Full study support to finish your studies 20 days annual leave rising to 25 once qualified Hybrid working Free parking Excellent career progression Semi-Senior Accountant About The Role This is a broad and hands on role offering exposure across multiple areas of accountancy practice. The successful candidate will work with a range of clients and gain experience across accounts, audit, outsourcing, VAT, and both corporate and personal tax. The firm is well established, but still has strong ambitions for growth, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to develop with a business that can offer genuine long term progression. This role would particularly suit someone who enjoys variety in their work and is keen to build a strong technical foundation across several service lines. You will also gain exposure to FRS 102 clients throughout, making this a strong opportunity for someone looking to further develop their technical knowledge while working towards ACA or ACCA qualification. Key responsibilities: Preparing accounts for a range of clients under FRS 102 Assisting on audit assignments and supporting the wider audit process Supporting outsourcing work for clients as required Preparing and reviewing VAT returns Assisting with both corporate and personal tax work Working closely with senior members of the team to deliver a high standard of client service Building strong technical knowledge across a varied client portfolio The successful Semi-Senior Accountant will have: Experience within a UK based Practice is essential Exposure to accounts preparation under FRS 102 Some audit exposure is preferred Be actively studying AAT, ACA or ACCA Strong communication skills and confidence to talk directly to clients Ambition and motivation to reach your full potential Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
We are working with a respected mid-sized firm to recruit a Personal Tax Associate into their growing tax team. This is a client facing role offering exposure to self-assessment work and more complex personal tax matters, making it a strong move for someone looking to continue building their career in tax. Job Title: Personal Tax Associate Job Type: Permanent Location: Camberley Salary: £27 000 Reference no: 16017 Personal Tax Associate Benefits 25 days holiday Hybrid working Study support for ATT and beyond if desired Exposure to a broad range of personal tax work Strong long term career prospects Personal Tax Associate About The Role Joining a dedicated personal tax team, you will support clients across a wide range of personal tax matters, with a particular focus on self-assessment work. Alongside the compliance side, you will also gain exposure to more complex personal tax issues over time. This is a largely client facing role, so strong communication skills and a professional approach are important. Reporting into the Manager, you will work as part of an established team while continuing to build your technical knowledge and develop your career in personal tax. Key responsibilities: Preparing self-assessment tax returns for a range of clients Supporting with a variety of personal tax matters Advising clients and dealing with day-to-day tax queries Building and maintaining strong client relationships Assisting with more complex personal tax work as your experience develops Supporting with trusts and estates work where required Working closely with the wider tax team and reporting into the Manager The successful Personal Tax Associate will have: At least 1 year of experience within a UK accountancy practice in personal tax Experience preparing self-assessment tax returns Strong communication skills and a professional approach with clients A genuine interest in developing a career within personal tax ATT studies already underway, or working towards a similar qualification A proactive attitude and willingness to continue learning Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Mar 15, 2026
Full time
We are working with a respected mid-sized firm to recruit a Personal Tax Associate into their growing tax team. This is a client facing role offering exposure to self-assessment work and more complex personal tax matters, making it a strong move for someone looking to continue building their career in tax. Job Title: Personal Tax Associate Job Type: Permanent Location: Camberley Salary: £27 000 Reference no: 16017 Personal Tax Associate Benefits 25 days holiday Hybrid working Study support for ATT and beyond if desired Exposure to a broad range of personal tax work Strong long term career prospects Personal Tax Associate About The Role Joining a dedicated personal tax team, you will support clients across a wide range of personal tax matters, with a particular focus on self-assessment work. Alongside the compliance side, you will also gain exposure to more complex personal tax issues over time. This is a largely client facing role, so strong communication skills and a professional approach are important. Reporting into the Manager, you will work as part of an established team while continuing to build your technical knowledge and develop your career in personal tax. Key responsibilities: Preparing self-assessment tax returns for a range of clients Supporting with a variety of personal tax matters Advising clients and dealing with day-to-day tax queries Building and maintaining strong client relationships Assisting with more complex personal tax work as your experience develops Supporting with trusts and estates work where required Working closely with the wider tax team and reporting into the Manager The successful Personal Tax Associate will have: At least 1 year of experience within a UK accountancy practice in personal tax Experience preparing self-assessment tax returns Strong communication skills and a professional approach with clients A genuine interest in developing a career within personal tax ATT studies already underway, or working towards a similar qualification A proactive attitude and willingness to continue learning Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
This is a career-defining opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader to take full ownership of a growing business's finance function. Head of Finance - Benefits Hybrid working with 3 days per week in the office (minimum) 25 days annual leave with an additional off on your Birthday Life Assurance Huge discount off the product portfolio Ownership of trading, margin, pricing and forecasting insight Opportunity to shape commercial decision-making and finance capability Supportive culture with scope for development and progression Head of Finance - About The Role This is a career-defining opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader to take full ownership of a growing business's finance function. The Head of Finance will oversee both statutory and commercial aspects of the finance function, managing financial reporting, controls, forecasting, and analysis while partnering with senior leadership to drive profitable growth. You will lead the finance team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in reporting, while providing insight that shapes business decisions across Product, Retail, Digital, and Operations. Reporting functionally to the CFO and operationally to the COO, this role offers genuine influence and visibility at board level. It is ideal for someone who enjoys translating data into actionable commercial insight while maintaining statutory compliance and robust governance. What this role offers: Broad, high-impact role with responsibility for commercial finance providing weekly performance insight Budget, forecasting and margin analysis - you will own the annual budgeting process Financial modelling to support decision surrounding new products, channels, market, stores, and pricing Review and management accounts, KPI and slide decks for CFO / COO You will be the lynchpin between operational and finance Direct exposure to the CEO/COO and senior leadership team Ownership of trading, margin, pricing, forecasting, and statutory reporting Opportunity to shape finance strategy, capability, and commercial insight You will have a headcount responsibility for a team of 5 people and as such you will be someone that has strong leadership experience. Whilst this role heavily focuses on the commercial elements within the finance function, you will oversee all aspects that is covered by your finance team. The successful Head of Finance will have: ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification (or equivalent commercial finance experience) Proven experience leading both statutory and commercial finance in consumer, retail, product-led or multi-channel businesses Experience managing and developing a finance team, mentoring staff and building capability Experience within FMCG / Retail Advanced financial modelling skills and strong analytical capability Confidence providing insight and challenging senior stakeholders constructively Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on SME environment Experience with BI tools (Power BI, Looker Studio) and ERP systems desirable Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Mar 15, 2026
Full time
This is a career-defining opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader to take full ownership of a growing business's finance function. Head of Finance - Benefits Hybrid working with 3 days per week in the office (minimum) 25 days annual leave with an additional off on your Birthday Life Assurance Huge discount off the product portfolio Ownership of trading, margin, pricing and forecasting insight Opportunity to shape commercial decision-making and finance capability Supportive culture with scope for development and progression Head of Finance - About The Role This is a career-defining opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader to take full ownership of a growing business's finance function. The Head of Finance will oversee both statutory and commercial aspects of the finance function, managing financial reporting, controls, forecasting, and analysis while partnering with senior leadership to drive profitable growth. You will lead the finance team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in reporting, while providing insight that shapes business decisions across Product, Retail, Digital, and Operations. Reporting functionally to the CFO and operationally to the COO, this role offers genuine influence and visibility at board level. It is ideal for someone who enjoys translating data into actionable commercial insight while maintaining statutory compliance and robust governance. What this role offers: Broad, high-impact role with responsibility for commercial finance providing weekly performance insight Budget, forecasting and margin analysis - you will own the annual budgeting process Financial modelling to support decision surrounding new products, channels, market, stores, and pricing Review and management accounts, KPI and slide decks for CFO / COO You will be the lynchpin between operational and finance Direct exposure to the CEO/COO and senior leadership team Ownership of trading, margin, pricing, forecasting, and statutory reporting Opportunity to shape finance strategy, capability, and commercial insight You will have a headcount responsibility for a team of 5 people and as such you will be someone that has strong leadership experience. Whilst this role heavily focuses on the commercial elements within the finance function, you will oversee all aspects that is covered by your finance team. The successful Head of Finance will have: ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification (or equivalent commercial finance experience) Proven experience leading both statutory and commercial finance in consumer, retail, product-led or multi-channel businesses Experience managing and developing a finance team, mentoring staff and building capability Experience within FMCG / Retail Advanced financial modelling skills and strong analytical capability Confidence providing insight and challenging senior stakeholders constructively Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on SME environment Experience with BI tools (Power BI, Looker Studio) and ERP systems desirable Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
A rare opportunity for a qualified Accountant to join a small but fast-growing firm offering a four-day working week on a full salary. Working closely with the Partners, you will become an instrumental member of the team as the firm continues to expand and pursue its ambitious plans for the future. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual who wants to be part of a growing practice where hard work is recognised, work life balance is genuinely valued, and there is real scope to make a long-term impact. Job Title: Client Portfolio Manager Job Type: Permanent Location: Farnham Salary: £45,000 - 65,000 Reference no: 16016 Client Portfolio Manager- Benefits 4 day working week at a full salary 5 weeks annual leave plus addition time off between Christmas and New Year Free on-site parking Opportunity to quickly move into a Senior Leadership role within the firm Client Portfolio Manager - About The Role This is a varied and all-round role, offering a high level of autonomy and responsibility from the outset. Working directly with the Partners, you will manage your own workload and take ownership of a portfolio of clients, with a strong focus on delivering a high standard of service and building lasting client relationships. The role is broad in scope and will involve a diverse range of responsibilities across client work. This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys working independently and taking initiative, while still having the support of experienced Partners around them. Training can be provided in areas where exposure is limited, but the firm is keen to find someone who is motivated, commercially aware, and ready to make an impact. This firm is growing quickly and has ambitious plans for the future. As such, this is not a role for someone seeking close supervision. It would suit an individual who is confident in their technical ability, comfortable working proactively, and able to find solutions independently when needed. Key responsibilities: Managing your own portfolio of clients Working directly with the Partners on a range of client matters Preparing and reviewing accounts and other technical work Reviewing bookkeeping completed for clients Advising clients on accounting and related matters Building and maintaining strong long term client relationships Acting as a main point of contact for clients across your portfolio Supporting the continued growth of the firm through high quality client service The successful Client Portfolio Manager will have: ACA or ACCA qualified Previous experience within a UK practice is essential Strong technical accounting experience Confidence in managing your own workload and priorities The ability to build strong and lasting client relationships Strong initiative and the confidence to work independently, but also be a core member of the wider team Ambition to grow withing a busy and expanding firm Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Mar 15, 2026
Full time
A rare opportunity for a qualified Accountant to join a small but fast-growing firm offering a four-day working week on a full salary. Working closely with the Partners, you will become an instrumental member of the team as the firm continues to expand and pursue its ambitious plans for the future. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual who wants to be part of a growing practice where hard work is recognised, work life balance is genuinely valued, and there is real scope to make a long-term impact. Job Title: Client Portfolio Manager Job Type: Permanent Location: Farnham Salary: £45,000 - 65,000 Reference no: 16016 Client Portfolio Manager- Benefits 4 day working week at a full salary 5 weeks annual leave plus addition time off between Christmas and New Year Free on-site parking Opportunity to quickly move into a Senior Leadership role within the firm Client Portfolio Manager - About The Role This is a varied and all-round role, offering a high level of autonomy and responsibility from the outset. Working directly with the Partners, you will manage your own workload and take ownership of a portfolio of clients, with a strong focus on delivering a high standard of service and building lasting client relationships. The role is broad in scope and will involve a diverse range of responsibilities across client work. This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys working independently and taking initiative, while still having the support of experienced Partners around them. Training can be provided in areas where exposure is limited, but the firm is keen to find someone who is motivated, commercially aware, and ready to make an impact. This firm is growing quickly and has ambitious plans for the future. As such, this is not a role for someone seeking close supervision. It would suit an individual who is confident in their technical ability, comfortable working proactively, and able to find solutions independently when needed. Key responsibilities: Managing your own portfolio of clients Working directly with the Partners on a range of client matters Preparing and reviewing accounts and other technical work Reviewing bookkeeping completed for clients Advising clients on accounting and related matters Building and maintaining strong long term client relationships Acting as a main point of contact for clients across your portfolio Supporting the continued growth of the firm through high quality client service The successful Client Portfolio Manager will have: ACA or ACCA qualified Previous experience within a UK practice is essential Strong technical accounting experience Confidence in managing your own workload and priorities The ability to build strong and lasting client relationships Strong initiative and the confidence to work independently, but also be a core member of the wider team Ambition to grow withing a busy and expanding firm Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Our client is a well-established family-owned multi-sector organisation who are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day financial operations of the business. This is a hands-on role responsible for financial control, reporting, and maintaining the integrity of the Group's accounting function, while managing a small finance team and supporting strategic decision-making. The position would suit a commercially aware, highly organised individual who combines strong technical expertise with a practical, operational approach and would be ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, variety, and responsibility. Job Title: Finance Manager Job Type: Permanent Location: Farnborough Salary: circa £55,000 p.a. D.O.E. Reference no: 15936 Finance Manager - About The Role Oversee the Group's accounting and payroll functions, ensuring strong financial control. Prepare monthly management accounts for all entities, including consolidated Group P&L and EBITDA reporting. Produce Group cashflow forecasts and financial models to support planning. Review statutory accounts, maintain fixed asset registers, and ensure accurate ledger postings Prepare year-end audit schedules, and manage auditor queries. Manage and support a finance team of four covering ledgers, payroll, and management accounts across multiple divisions. Ensure compliance with VAT, corporation tax, CIS, and statutory requirements (HMRC, auditors, banks, and other bodies). Provide financial analysis and KPI reporting. Support budgeting, treasury management and debt financing requirements. The successful Finance Manager will have: AAT Level 4, ACCA/CIMA part-qualified, fully qualified, or QBE with significant senior finance experience. Experience within multi-entity organisations, including audit preparation, statutory accounts, VAT, and payroll. Strong financial modelling capability and intermediate Excel skills Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop a small finance team. Highly organised, detail-oriented communicator who can work independently and stay calm under pressure. Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Our client is a well-established family-owned multi-sector organisation who are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day financial operations of the business. This is a hands-on role responsible for financial control, reporting, and maintaining the integrity of the Group's accounting function, while managing a small finance team and supporting strategic decision-making. The position would suit a commercially aware, highly organised individual who combines strong technical expertise with a practical, operational approach and would be ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, variety, and responsibility. Job Title: Finance Manager Job Type: Permanent Location: Farnborough Salary: circa £55,000 p.a. D.O.E. Reference no: 15936 Finance Manager - About The Role Oversee the Group's accounting and payroll functions, ensuring strong financial control. Prepare monthly management accounts for all entities, including consolidated Group P&L and EBITDA reporting. Produce Group cashflow forecasts and financial models to support planning. Review statutory accounts, maintain fixed asset registers, and ensure accurate ledger postings Prepare year-end audit schedules, and manage auditor queries. Manage and support a finance team of four covering ledgers, payroll, and management accounts across multiple divisions. Ensure compliance with VAT, corporation tax, CIS, and statutory requirements (HMRC, auditors, banks, and other bodies). Provide financial analysis and KPI reporting. Support budgeting, treasury management and debt financing requirements. The successful Finance Manager will have: AAT Level 4, ACCA/CIMA part-qualified, fully qualified, or QBE with significant senior finance experience. Experience within multi-entity organisations, including audit preparation, statutory accounts, VAT, and payroll. Strong financial modelling capability and intermediate Excel skills Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop a small finance team. Highly organised, detail-oriented communicator who can work independently and stay calm under pressure. Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
A rare opportunity for a qualified Accountant to join a small but fast-growing firm offering a four-day working week on a full salary. Working closely with the Partners, you will become an instrumental member of the team as the firm continues to expand and pursue its ambitious plans for the future. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual who wants to be part of a growing practice where hard work is recognised, work life balance is genuinely valued, and there is real scope to make a long-term impact. Job Title: Client Portfolio Manager Job Type: Permanent Location: Farnham Salary: £45 000 Reference no: 16016 Client Portfolio Manager Benefits 4 day working week at a full salary 5 weeks annual leave plus addition time off between Christmas and New Year Free on-site parking Opportunity to quickly move into a Senior Leadership role within the firm Client Portfolio Manager About The Role This is a varied and all-round role, offering a high level of autonomy and responsibility from the outset. Working directly with the Partners, you will manage your own workload and take ownership of a portfolio of clients, with a strong focus on delivering a high standard of service and building lasting client relationships. The role is broad in scope and will involve a diverse range of responsibilities across client work. This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys working independently and taking initiative, while still having the support of experienced Partners around them. Training can be provided in areas where exposure is limited, but the firm is keen to find someone who is motivated, commercially aware, and ready to make an impact. This firm is growing quickly and has ambitious plans for the future. As such, this is not a role for someone seeking close supervision. It would suit an individual who is confident in their technical ability, comfortable working proactively, and able to find solutions independently when needed. Key responsibilities: Managing your own portfolio of clients Working directly with the Partners on a range of client matters Preparing and reviewing accounts and other technical work Reviewing bookkeeping completed for clients Advising clients on accounting and related matters Building and maintaining strong long term client relationships Acting as a main point of contact for clients across your portfolio Supporting the continued growth of the firm through high quality client service The successful Client Portfolio Manager will have: ACA or ACCA qualified Previous experience within a UK practice is essential Strong technical accounting experience Confidence in managing your own workload and priorities The ability to build strong and lasting client relationships Strong initiative and the confidence to work independently, but also be a core member of the wider team Ambition to grow withing a busy and expanding firm Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
A rare opportunity for a qualified Accountant to join a small but fast-growing firm offering a four-day working week on a full salary. Working closely with the Partners, you will become an instrumental member of the team as the firm continues to expand and pursue its ambitious plans for the future. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual who wants to be part of a growing practice where hard work is recognised, work life balance is genuinely valued, and there is real scope to make a long-term impact. Job Title: Client Portfolio Manager Job Type: Permanent Location: Farnham Salary: £45 000 Reference no: 16016 Client Portfolio Manager Benefits 4 day working week at a full salary 5 weeks annual leave plus addition time off between Christmas and New Year Free on-site parking Opportunity to quickly move into a Senior Leadership role within the firm Client Portfolio Manager About The Role This is a varied and all-round role, offering a high level of autonomy and responsibility from the outset. Working directly with the Partners, you will manage your own workload and take ownership of a portfolio of clients, with a strong focus on delivering a high standard of service and building lasting client relationships. The role is broad in scope and will involve a diverse range of responsibilities across client work. This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys working independently and taking initiative, while still having the support of experienced Partners around them. Training can be provided in areas where exposure is limited, but the firm is keen to find someone who is motivated, commercially aware, and ready to make an impact. This firm is growing quickly and has ambitious plans for the future. As such, this is not a role for someone seeking close supervision. It would suit an individual who is confident in their technical ability, comfortable working proactively, and able to find solutions independently when needed. Key responsibilities: Managing your own portfolio of clients Working directly with the Partners on a range of client matters Preparing and reviewing accounts and other technical work Reviewing bookkeeping completed for clients Advising clients on accounting and related matters Building and maintaining strong long term client relationships Acting as a main point of contact for clients across your portfolio Supporting the continued growth of the firm through high quality client service The successful Client Portfolio Manager will have: ACA or ACCA qualified Previous experience within a UK practice is essential Strong technical accounting experience Confidence in managing your own workload and priorities The ability to build strong and lasting client relationships Strong initiative and the confidence to work independently, but also be a core member of the wider team Ambition to grow withing a busy and expanding firm Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
A well-established and highly regarded law firm is seeking a motivated Finance Assistant to join their finance team. This role would suit someone with transactional experience and who is in the earlier stages of their accounting career, particularly someone currently studying for an accounting qualification. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone who is keen to develop their experience within a professional services environment, with structured development and study support available. Job Title: Finance Assistant Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Basingstoke Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience) Reference no: 16020 Finance Assistant - Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing by 1 day per year of service) plus your birthday off Bonus scheme Study support and study leave 4% employer pension contribution Enhanced company sick pay Enhanced adoption, maternity and paternity pay Employer Assistance Programme Finance Assistant - About the role Working closely with senior members of the finance team, you will assist with a broad range of transactional finance responsibilities, while also supporting month-end processes and maintaining strong financial controls. Key responsibilities will include: Processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions Performing daily bank reconciliations and banking activities Processing client payments and receipts via online banking and other payment methods Assisting with cashflow monitoring and reporting Supporting month-end and year-end finance processes Assisting with credit control activities where required Supporting financial compliance within a regulated environment Assisting with preparation of internal financial reports Handling internal finance queries and supporting the wider finance team with administrative duties The successful Finance Assistant will have: Experience in a finance assistant, accounts assistant, or finance administration role Ideally studying towards an accounting qualification Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy Good organisational and time management skills Confident communication skills, both written and verbal Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and develop within a professional finance team Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
A well-established and highly regarded law firm is seeking a motivated Finance Assistant to join their finance team. This role would suit someone with transactional experience and who is in the earlier stages of their accounting career, particularly someone currently studying for an accounting qualification. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone who is keen to develop their experience within a professional services environment, with structured development and study support available. Job Title: Finance Assistant Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Basingstoke Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience) Reference no: 16020 Finance Assistant - Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing by 1 day per year of service) plus your birthday off Bonus scheme Study support and study leave 4% employer pension contribution Enhanced company sick pay Enhanced adoption, maternity and paternity pay Employer Assistance Programme Finance Assistant - About the role Working closely with senior members of the finance team, you will assist with a broad range of transactional finance responsibilities, while also supporting month-end processes and maintaining strong financial controls. Key responsibilities will include: Processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions Performing daily bank reconciliations and banking activities Processing client payments and receipts via online banking and other payment methods Assisting with cashflow monitoring and reporting Supporting month-end and year-end finance processes Assisting with credit control activities where required Supporting financial compliance within a regulated environment Assisting with preparation of internal financial reports Handling internal finance queries and supporting the wider finance team with administrative duties The successful Finance Assistant will have: Experience in a finance assistant, accounts assistant, or finance administration role Ideally studying towards an accounting qualification Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy Good organisational and time management skills Confident communication skills, both written and verbal Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and develop within a professional finance team Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Joining a dedicated personal tax team, you will work closely with clients across a wide range of personal tax matters, taking responsibility for a more varied and technical workload. The role will include plenty of personal tax compliance work, but there will also be a strong focus on advisory matters and supporting clients with more complex issues. This is a largely client facing position, so you will be expected to build strong relationships, handle queries confidently, and provide a high standard of service. Reporting into senior leadership within the team, you will take on more responsibility than a junior member of staff and play an important role in the delivery of work across the portfolio Job Title: Personal Tax Adviser Job Type: Permanent Location: Camberley Salary: £40,000 - £65,000 Reference no: 16018 Personal Tax Adviser - Benefits 25 days holiday Hybrid working Largely client facing role with technical responsibility Exposure to complex personal tax matters Clear progression within an established tax team Personal Tax Adviser - About The Role Joining a dedicated personal tax team, you will work closely with clients across a wide range of personal tax matters, taking responsibility for a more varied and technical workload. The role will include plenty of personal tax compliance work, but there will also be a strong focus on advisory matters and supporting clients with more complex issues. This is a largely client facing position, so you will be expected to build strong relationships, handle queries confidently, and provide a high standard of service. Reporting into senior leadership within the team, you will take on more responsibility than a junior member of staff and play an important role in the delivery of work across the portfolio. Key responsibilities: Managing a portfolio of personal tax clients Preparing and reviewing self assessment tax returns Supporting clients with a range of personal tax queries Advising on more technical personal tax matters Building and maintaining strong client relationships Liaising with colleagues across the wider tax team Reviewing work and supporting more junior team members where appropriate Assisting with trusts work as part of the wider role The successful Personal Tax Adviser will have: ATT qualified Previous experience within a UK accountancy practice in personal tax Experience managing personal tax compliance work Exposure to more technical personal tax matters Strong communication skills and a confident client facing approach The ability to manage workload effectively and work with a good level of autonomy A genuine interest in progressing within personal tax Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Joining a dedicated personal tax team, you will work closely with clients across a wide range of personal tax matters, taking responsibility for a more varied and technical workload. The role will include plenty of personal tax compliance work, but there will also be a strong focus on advisory matters and supporting clients with more complex issues. This is a largely client facing position, so you will be expected to build strong relationships, handle queries confidently, and provide a high standard of service. Reporting into senior leadership within the team, you will take on more responsibility than a junior member of staff and play an important role in the delivery of work across the portfolio Job Title: Personal Tax Adviser Job Type: Permanent Location: Camberley Salary: £40,000 - £65,000 Reference no: 16018 Personal Tax Adviser - Benefits 25 days holiday Hybrid working Largely client facing role with technical responsibility Exposure to complex personal tax matters Clear progression within an established tax team Personal Tax Adviser - About The Role Joining a dedicated personal tax team, you will work closely with clients across a wide range of personal tax matters, taking responsibility for a more varied and technical workload. The role will include plenty of personal tax compliance work, but there will also be a strong focus on advisory matters and supporting clients with more complex issues. This is a largely client facing position, so you will be expected to build strong relationships, handle queries confidently, and provide a high standard of service. Reporting into senior leadership within the team, you will take on more responsibility than a junior member of staff and play an important role in the delivery of work across the portfolio. Key responsibilities: Managing a portfolio of personal tax clients Preparing and reviewing self assessment tax returns Supporting clients with a range of personal tax queries Advising on more technical personal tax matters Building and maintaining strong client relationships Liaising with colleagues across the wider tax team Reviewing work and supporting more junior team members where appropriate Assisting with trusts work as part of the wider role The successful Personal Tax Adviser will have: ATT qualified Previous experience within a UK accountancy practice in personal tax Experience managing personal tax compliance work Exposure to more technical personal tax matters Strong communication skills and a confident client facing approach The ability to manage workload effectively and work with a good level of autonomy A genuine interest in progressing within personal tax Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
A Newly Qualified Accountant opportunity with a well-established independent firm in Addlestone. This role would suit someone looking to build on their qualification in a practice where they can take on more responsibility, work closely with clients, and develop towards a more senior long-term position within the firm. Job Title: Newly Qualified Accountant Job Type: Permanent Location: Addlestone Salary: £40 000 Reference no: 16009 Newly Qualified Accountant Benefits 20 days core annual leave in addition to free time off between Christmas and New Year Clear opportunity to progress and take on more responsibility Close working relationship with the Partner Long term route into a senior leadership position within the firm Newly Qualified Accountant About The Role Work with a diverse range of clients across various sectors, primarily FRS 102 but some under FRS 105 Prepare the more complex accounts and review the ones prepared by the more junior staff Key point of contact with your clients and building strong working relationships Corporation and Personal Tax Training can be provided As the role grows, you will be involved with billing, budgeting and helping the firm grow by upselling services or winning new clients Working closely with the Partner to ensure excellent service to clients The successful Newly Qualified Accountant will have: ACA or ACCA qualified, finalists will also be considered A minimum of 5 years experience within a UK practice is essential Excellent communication skills and the confidence to build long lasting client relationships Experience across areas other than accounts is advantageous- Tax, Audit, VAT, Management Accounts, but not essential A keen desire to gain more responsibilities and to progress in your career Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
A Newly Qualified Accountant opportunity with a well-established independent firm in Addlestone. This role would suit someone looking to build on their qualification in a practice where they can take on more responsibility, work closely with clients, and develop towards a more senior long-term position within the firm. Job Title: Newly Qualified Accountant Job Type: Permanent Location: Addlestone Salary: £40 000 Reference no: 16009 Newly Qualified Accountant Benefits 20 days core annual leave in addition to free time off between Christmas and New Year Clear opportunity to progress and take on more responsibility Close working relationship with the Partner Long term route into a senior leadership position within the firm Newly Qualified Accountant About The Role Work with a diverse range of clients across various sectors, primarily FRS 102 but some under FRS 105 Prepare the more complex accounts and review the ones prepared by the more junior staff Key point of contact with your clients and building strong working relationships Corporation and Personal Tax Training can be provided As the role grows, you will be involved with billing, budgeting and helping the firm grow by upselling services or winning new clients Working closely with the Partner to ensure excellent service to clients The successful Newly Qualified Accountant will have: ACA or ACCA qualified, finalists will also be considered A minimum of 5 years experience within a UK practice is essential Excellent communication skills and the confidence to build long lasting client relationships Experience across areas other than accounts is advantageous- Tax, Audit, VAT, Management Accounts, but not essential A keen desire to gain more responsibilities and to progress in your career Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
A Newly Qualified Accountant opportunity with a well-established independent firm in Addlestone. This role would suit someone looking to build on their qualification in a practice where they can take on more responsibility, work closely with clients, and develop towards a more senior long-term position within the firm. Job Title: Newly Qualified Accountant Job Type: Permanent Location: Addlestone Salary: £40,000 - 55,000 Reference no: 16009 Newly Qualified Accountant - Benefits 20 days core annual leave in addition to free time off between Christmas and New Year Clear opportunity to progress and take on more responsibility Close working relationship with the Partner Long term route into a senior leadership position within the firm Newly Qualified Accountant - About The Role Work with a diverse range of clients across various sectors, primarily FRS 102 but some under FRS 105 Prepare the more complex accounts and review the ones prepared by the more junior staff Key point of contact with your clients and building strong working relationships Corporation and Personal Tax - Training can be provided As the role grows, you will be involved with billing, budgeting and helping the firm grow by upselling services or winning new clients Working closely with the Partner to ensure excellent service to clients The successful Newly Qualified Accountant will have: ACA or ACCA qualified, finalists will also be considered A minimum of 5 years' experience within a UK practice is essential Excellent communication skills and the confidence to build long lasting client relationships Experience across areas other than accounts is advantageous- Tax, Audit, VAT, Management Accounts, but not essential A keen desire to gain more responsibilities and to progress in your career Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
A Newly Qualified Accountant opportunity with a well-established independent firm in Addlestone. This role would suit someone looking to build on their qualification in a practice where they can take on more responsibility, work closely with clients, and develop towards a more senior long-term position within the firm. Job Title: Newly Qualified Accountant Job Type: Permanent Location: Addlestone Salary: £40,000 - 55,000 Reference no: 16009 Newly Qualified Accountant - Benefits 20 days core annual leave in addition to free time off between Christmas and New Year Clear opportunity to progress and take on more responsibility Close working relationship with the Partner Long term route into a senior leadership position within the firm Newly Qualified Accountant - About The Role Work with a diverse range of clients across various sectors, primarily FRS 102 but some under FRS 105 Prepare the more complex accounts and review the ones prepared by the more junior staff Key point of contact with your clients and building strong working relationships Corporation and Personal Tax - Training can be provided As the role grows, you will be involved with billing, budgeting and helping the firm grow by upselling services or winning new clients Working closely with the Partner to ensure excellent service to clients The successful Newly Qualified Accountant will have: ACA or ACCA qualified, finalists will also be considered A minimum of 5 years' experience within a UK practice is essential Excellent communication skills and the confidence to build long lasting client relationships Experience across areas other than accounts is advantageous- Tax, Audit, VAT, Management Accounts, but not essential A keen desire to gain more responsibilities and to progress in your career Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Join a fast-growing firm as a Senior Tax Manager in Outsourcing, leading the delivery of tax compliance services with a focus on digital processes. You will manage a team, develop operational workflows, and ensure clients are fully compliant, including under Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD IT). This is a senior role offering exposure to clients, leadership opportunities, and the chance to shape a new, high-volume service line. Senior Tax Manager - Outsourcing / Compliance - Benefits Hybrid and flexible working Rapid career progression in a growing company Continuous development opportunities to increase technical knowledge and skills Monthly internal recognition awards for contributions and achievements Generous holiday allowance with options to trade, flex, or receive additional days based on service Dedicated wellbeing day each year Access to Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 online GP, second medical opinions, and mental health support Confidential wellbeing platform offering 1-to-1 sessions with therapists, counsellors, and coaches Discounts across a wide range of retailers Health cash plan reimbursing routine health appointments Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme Client and employee referral bonuses Death in service life assurance Enhanced family leave policies Senior Tax Manager - Outsourcing / Compliance - About The Role You will be responsible for overseeing tax compliance with a strong emphasis on Making Tax Digital. The role works closely with internal teams and clients to ensure MTD obligations are met and embedded into day to day tax processes. Key responsibilities: Own and develop the firm's approach to tax compliance with specific responsibility for Making Tax Digital Act as the internal subject matter expert on MTD requirements across relevant taxes Ensure clients are compliant with current and upcoming MTD legislation Review and improve tax compliance processes, systems and controls Work with technology and systems teams to implement and optimise MTD solutions Support and advise colleagues on technical and practical MTD matters Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting tax compliance and MTD Liaise with HMRC where required on compliance and reporting matters The successful Senior Tax Manager - Outsourcing / Compliance will have: Strong background in tax compliance In depth knowledge of Making Tax Digital Formal Tax qualification (ATT or CTA) is preferred but not essential Experience working with HMRC reporting requirements Strong understanding of tax systems and digital reporting tools Ability to interpret legislation and apply it in practice Experience supporting or leading process change within tax Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Mar 08, 2026
Full time
Join a fast-growing firm as a Senior Tax Manager in Outsourcing, leading the delivery of tax compliance services with a focus on digital processes. You will manage a team, develop operational workflows, and ensure clients are fully compliant, including under Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD IT). This is a senior role offering exposure to clients, leadership opportunities, and the chance to shape a new, high-volume service line. Senior Tax Manager - Outsourcing / Compliance - Benefits Hybrid and flexible working Rapid career progression in a growing company Continuous development opportunities to increase technical knowledge and skills Monthly internal recognition awards for contributions and achievements Generous holiday allowance with options to trade, flex, or receive additional days based on service Dedicated wellbeing day each year Access to Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 online GP, second medical opinions, and mental health support Confidential wellbeing platform offering 1-to-1 sessions with therapists, counsellors, and coaches Discounts across a wide range of retailers Health cash plan reimbursing routine health appointments Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme Client and employee referral bonuses Death in service life assurance Enhanced family leave policies Senior Tax Manager - Outsourcing / Compliance - About The Role You will be responsible for overseeing tax compliance with a strong emphasis on Making Tax Digital. The role works closely with internal teams and clients to ensure MTD obligations are met and embedded into day to day tax processes. Key responsibilities: Own and develop the firm's approach to tax compliance with specific responsibility for Making Tax Digital Act as the internal subject matter expert on MTD requirements across relevant taxes Ensure clients are compliant with current and upcoming MTD legislation Review and improve tax compliance processes, systems and controls Work with technology and systems teams to implement and optimise MTD solutions Support and advise colleagues on technical and practical MTD matters Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting tax compliance and MTD Liaise with HMRC where required on compliance and reporting matters The successful Senior Tax Manager - Outsourcing / Compliance will have: Strong background in tax compliance In depth knowledge of Making Tax Digital Formal Tax qualification (ATT or CTA) is preferred but not essential Experience working with HMRC reporting requirements Strong understanding of tax systems and digital reporting tools Ability to interpret legislation and apply it in practice Experience supporting or leading process change within tax Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
This growing, international organisation based near Guildford are seeking a newly qualified FP&A professional to join their team. You will be joining an expanding business that has experienced consistent growth over the past few years and continues to break into new markets. Furthermore, this role will be offered on a hybrid working scheme and comes with future career growth opportunities. This is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious, driven individual who is now seeking their next challenge. Job Title: FP&A Analyst Job Type: Permanent, full time Location: Guildford, Surrey Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum Reference no:16015 FP&A Analyst - Benefits 27 days holiday plus bank holidays Hybrid working scheme Company bonus scheme Healthcare package Car parking onsite Pension scheme FP&A Analyst - About The Role In this role you will be reporting into the Finance Director and will play a key role in the consolidation of several UK & European legal entities. The business is going through continuous growth, and this role is ideally suited to a newly qualified accountant that is looking to move into an FP&A role within a dynamic organisation. Your key responsibilities will be: Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts and long-term financial plans. Deliver meaningful financial analysis and performance reporting to senior leadership. Conduct in depth analysis of financial data, identifying trends, variances and key performance indicators to support strategic decision making. Maintain and manage the budget cycle and reporting. Assist with the preparation of the monthly management accounts and reporting packs. Provide variance analysis against budgets and forecasts. Work closely with the Finance Director and senior stakeholders to provide financial insight. Support with financial modelling, due diligence and acquisition analysis. Help evaluate potential investment opportunities and strategic initiatives. The successful FP&A Analyst will have: A newly qualified/ up to 3 years post qualification experience in ACA,ACCA or CIMA Strong FP&A/management accounting experience Experience with multi-entity consolidation is desirable Strong Excel skills High attention to detail Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Mar 08, 2026
Full time
This growing, international organisation based near Guildford are seeking a newly qualified FP&A professional to join their team. You will be joining an expanding business that has experienced consistent growth over the past few years and continues to break into new markets. Furthermore, this role will be offered on a hybrid working scheme and comes with future career growth opportunities. This is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious, driven individual who is now seeking their next challenge. Job Title: FP&A Analyst Job Type: Permanent, full time Location: Guildford, Surrey Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum Reference no:16015 FP&A Analyst - Benefits 27 days holiday plus bank holidays Hybrid working scheme Company bonus scheme Healthcare package Car parking onsite Pension scheme FP&A Analyst - About The Role In this role you will be reporting into the Finance Director and will play a key role in the consolidation of several UK & European legal entities. The business is going through continuous growth, and this role is ideally suited to a newly qualified accountant that is looking to move into an FP&A role within a dynamic organisation. Your key responsibilities will be: Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts and long-term financial plans. Deliver meaningful financial analysis and performance reporting to senior leadership. Conduct in depth analysis of financial data, identifying trends, variances and key performance indicators to support strategic decision making. Maintain and manage the budget cycle and reporting. Assist with the preparation of the monthly management accounts and reporting packs. Provide variance analysis against budgets and forecasts. Work closely with the Finance Director and senior stakeholders to provide financial insight. Support with financial modelling, due diligence and acquisition analysis. Help evaluate potential investment opportunities and strategic initiatives. The successful FP&A Analyst will have: A newly qualified/ up to 3 years post qualification experience in ACA,ACCA or CIMA Strong FP&A/management accounting experience Experience with multi-entity consolidation is desirable Strong Excel skills High attention to detail Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
This is a career-defining opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader to take full ownership of a growing business's finance function. Job Title: Head of Commercial Finance Job Type: Permanent Location: West Sussex (Hybrid - 3 days office-based) Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 Reference no: 15978 Head of Commercial Finance - Benefits Hybrid working with 3 days per week in the office (minimum) 25 days annual leave with an additional off on your Birthday Life Assurance Huge discount off the product portfolio Ownership of trading, margin, pricing and forecasting insight Opportunity to shape commercial decision-making and finance capability Supportive culture with scope for development and progression Head of Commercial Finance - About The Role This is a career-defining opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader to take full ownership of a growing business's finance function. The Head of Commercial Finance will oversee both statutory and commercial aspects of the finance function, managing financial reporting, controls, forecasting, and analysis while partnering with senior leadership to drive profitable growth. You will lead the finance team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in reporting, while providing insight that shapes business decisions across Product, Retail, Digital, and Operations. Reporting functionally to the CFO and operationally to the COO, this role offers genuine influence and visibility at board level. It is ideal for someone who enjoys translating data into actionable commercial insight while maintaining statutory compliance and robust governance. What this role offers: Broad, high-impact role with responsibility for commercial finance providing weekly performance insight Budget, forecasting and margin analysis - you will own the annual budgeting process Financial modelling to support decision surrounding new products, channels, market, stores, and pricing Review and management accounts, KPI and slide decks for CFO / COO You will be the lynchpin between operational and finance Direct exposure to the CEO/COO and senior leadership team Ownership of trading, margin, pricing, forecasting, and statutory reporting Opportunity to shape finance strategy, capability, and commercial insight You will have a headcount responsibility for a team of 5 people and as such you will be someone that has strong leadership experience. Whilst this role heavily focuses on the commercial elements within the finance function, you will oversee all aspects that is covered by your finance team. The successful Head of Commercial Finance will have: ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification (or equivalent commercial finance experience) Proven experience leading both statutory and commercial finance in consumer, retail, product-led or multi-channel businesses Experience managing and developing a finance team, mentoring staff and building capability Advanced financial modelling skills and strong analytical capability Confidence providing insight and challenging senior stakeholders constructively Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on SME environment Experience with BI tools (Power BI, Looker Studio) and ERP systems desirable Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Mar 07, 2026
Full time
This is a career-defining opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader to take full ownership of a growing business's finance function. Job Title: Head of Commercial Finance Job Type: Permanent Location: West Sussex (Hybrid - 3 days office-based) Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 Reference no: 15978 Head of Commercial Finance - Benefits Hybrid working with 3 days per week in the office (minimum) 25 days annual leave with an additional off on your Birthday Life Assurance Huge discount off the product portfolio Ownership of trading, margin, pricing and forecasting insight Opportunity to shape commercial decision-making and finance capability Supportive culture with scope for development and progression Head of Commercial Finance - About The Role This is a career-defining opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader to take full ownership of a growing business's finance function. The Head of Commercial Finance will oversee both statutory and commercial aspects of the finance function, managing financial reporting, controls, forecasting, and analysis while partnering with senior leadership to drive profitable growth. You will lead the finance team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in reporting, while providing insight that shapes business decisions across Product, Retail, Digital, and Operations. Reporting functionally to the CFO and operationally to the COO, this role offers genuine influence and visibility at board level. It is ideal for someone who enjoys translating data into actionable commercial insight while maintaining statutory compliance and robust governance. What this role offers: Broad, high-impact role with responsibility for commercial finance providing weekly performance insight Budget, forecasting and margin analysis - you will own the annual budgeting process Financial modelling to support decision surrounding new products, channels, market, stores, and pricing Review and management accounts, KPI and slide decks for CFO / COO You will be the lynchpin between operational and finance Direct exposure to the CEO/COO and senior leadership team Ownership of trading, margin, pricing, forecasting, and statutory reporting Opportunity to shape finance strategy, capability, and commercial insight You will have a headcount responsibility for a team of 5 people and as such you will be someone that has strong leadership experience. Whilst this role heavily focuses on the commercial elements within the finance function, you will oversee all aspects that is covered by your finance team. The successful Head of Commercial Finance will have: ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification (or equivalent commercial finance experience) Proven experience leading both statutory and commercial finance in consumer, retail, product-led or multi-channel businesses Experience managing and developing a finance team, mentoring staff and building capability Advanced financial modelling skills and strong analytical capability Confidence providing insight and challenging senior stakeholders constructively Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on SME environment Experience with BI tools (Power BI, Looker Studio) and ERP systems desirable Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
This is a high-visibility position, giving you direct engagement with senior executives and investors. You'll lead a high-performing FP&A and BI team in a fast-paced, dynamic business, taking ownership of financial planning, reporting, and analytics across multiple markets. You'll drive private equity reporting, forecasting, and strategic insight that shapes key business decisions. Every day, you'll have the chance to challenge the status quo, improve processes, and deliver tangible results that influence how the business grows. It's perfect for someone who thrives at the intersection of strategy and execution, enjoys leading a small but high-performing team, and has the commercial acumen to translate complex data into actionable insights for top-level stakeholders. Reference: 16006 Job Title: Head of FP&A Job Type: Permanent Location: Basingstoke Salary: £85,000 - £100,000 Reference no: 16006 Head of FP&A - Benefits Lead a high-performing FP&A and BI team in a fast-paced, dynamic business. 20% discretionary bonus 25 days holiday 1 paid volunteering per year Life insurance x 3 base salary Private pension scheme Free shuttle bus services from the local train station (Basingstoke) OFFICE BASED POSITION Head of FP&A - About The Role This is a strategic, hands-on role for a commercially driven FP&A professional who thrives at the interface of execution and insight. You will lead forecasting, board reporting, financial modelling, and analytics, ensuring the business has the clarity and insight it needs to grow. You will manage budgets, long-term plans, quarterly reforecasts, and investor submissions, while mentoring your team to deliver high-quality, actionable insights. Your work will directly influence business strategy, performance, and investment decisions. Oversee the Power BI reporting suite and analytical tools, working in conjunction with data engineering, BI developers to drive improved insight and analytical capability. Own the consolidation month-end process and reviews, working closely with the FP&A Analyst and the wider finance team. Own the end-to-end budget and forecasting process, clearly setting out and managing the Group's position, outputs and storyline with the CEO and CFO. Produce & oversee finance performance deck and Board reports, covering a range of financial outputs, alongside competitor analysis, customer behaviours and ROI. Own & continuously develop the financial consolidation & budget models, covering P&L, balance sheets and cashflow across 5 different countries. Private Equity submissions and performance analysis. Lead a variety of performance reviews, weekly network review monthly close meeting and quarterly forecast sessions. Drive the development roadmap across the FP&A and reporting infrastructure Act as a key business partner to the Ceo and CFO and investors The successful Head of FP&A will have: Expertise in management accounts, variance analysis, and cash flow management. Qualified within ACMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent Working within >£30m reporting remit responsibility Advanced financial modelling skills across 3-statement, scenario, IRR, and ad-hoc analysis. Strong Excel and Power BI capabilities, including data modelling, DAX, and dashboards. Ability to translate complex operational and financial data into clear insight. Experience engaging with senior executives and investors, including private equity stakeholders. Proven track record of leading and developing a small, high-performing team. Strong problem-solving, multi-tasking, and organisational skills in fast-moving environments. Commercially astute, with a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution. Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply) Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.
Mar 05, 2026
Full time
This is a high-visibility position, giving you direct engagement with senior executives and investors. You'll lead a high-performing FP&A and BI team in a fast-paced, dynamic business, taking ownership of financial planning, reporting, and analytics across multiple markets. You'll drive private equity reporting, forecasting, and strategic insight that shapes key business decisions. Every day, you'll have the chance to challenge the status quo, improve processes, and deliver tangible results that influence how the business grows. It's perfect for someone who thrives at the intersection of strategy and execution, enjoys leading a small but high-performing team, and has the commercial acumen to translate complex data into actionable insights for top-level stakeholders. Reference: 16006 Job Title: Head of FP&A Job Type: Permanent Location: Basingstoke Salary: £85,000 - £100,000 Reference no: 16006 Head of FP&A - Benefits Lead a high-performing FP&A and BI team in a fast-paced, dynamic business. 20% discretionary bonus 25 days holiday 1 paid volunteering per year Life insurance x 3 base salary Private pension scheme Free shuttle bus services from the local train station (Basingstoke) OFFICE BASED POSITION Head of FP&A - About The Role This is a strategic, hands-on role for a commercially driven FP&A professional who thrives at the interface of execution and insight. You will lead forecasting, board reporting, financial modelling, and analytics, ensuring the business has the clarity and insight it needs to grow. You will manage budgets, long-term plans, quarterly reforecasts, and investor submissions, while mentoring your team to deliver high-quality, actionable insights. Your work will directly influence business strategy, performance, and investment decisions. Oversee the Power BI reporting suite and analytical tools, working in conjunction with data engineering, BI developers to drive improved insight and analytical capability. Own the consolidation month-end process and reviews, working closely with the FP&A Analyst and the wider finance team. Own the end-to-end budget and forecasting process, clearly setting out and managing the Group's position, outputs and storyline with the CEO and CFO. Produce & oversee finance performance deck and Board reports, covering a range of financial outputs, alongside competitor analysis, customer behaviours and ROI. Own & continuously develop the financial consolidation & budget models, covering P&L, balance sheets and cashflow across 5 different countries. Private Equity submissions and performance analysis. Lead a variety of performance reviews, weekly network review monthly close meeting and quarterly forecast sessions. Drive the development roadmap across the FP&A and reporting infrastructure Act as a key business partner to the Ceo and CFO and investors The successful Head of FP&A will have: Expertise in management accounts, variance analysis, and cash flow management. Qualified within ACMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent Working within >£30m reporting remit responsibility Advanced financial modelling skills across 3-statement, scenario, IRR, and ad-hoc analysis. Strong Excel and Power BI capabilities, including data modelling, DAX, and dashboards. Ability to translate complex operational and financial data into clear insight. Experience engaging with senior executives and investors, including private equity stakeholders. Proven track record of leading and developing a small, high-performing team. Strong problem-solving, multi-tasking, and organisational skills in fast-moving environments. Commercially astute, with a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution. Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply) Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.
A senior tax professional is sought to join a leading international accountancy firm within a well-established regional office. The role sits within a growing Corporate and Business Tax function and offers a strong advisory focus, working directly with partners and specialist teams to support owner managed businesses, groups, and family run enterprises. This is a visible position with genuine influence over client outcomes, team development, and future growth. Senior Accountant - Benefits 25 days core holiday Enhanced maternity/paternity Enhanced pension Competitive salary which is regularly reviewed Incentive programme for new clients and staff introductions Life assurance and health cash plan Employee assistance programme Hybrid and flexible working Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager - About The Role This position combines hands-on advisory work with responsibility for managing delivery and quality across a varied client portfolio. You will act as a trusted adviser to clients, lead tax projects from scoping through to completion, and work closely with colleagues across tax, general practice, legal, and financial planning. Alongside advisory work, you will oversee relevant compliance activity and support the development of junior team members.Key responsibilities: Lead tax advisory engagements for owner managed businesses, groups, and family owned clients. Identify planning opportunities and manage projects from initial discussions through to implementation. Provide integrated tax advice across corporation tax, income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, and related areas. Support business restructurings and transactions, including group reorganisations and shareholder planning. Prepare and review technical documentation, including HMRC clearances and valuation related work. Advise on employee share arrangements and growth structures, working alongside valuation specialists where required. Support clients with reliefs and incentive schemes, including advance assurance applications. Review complex corporation tax returns and oversee compliance work delivered by junior team members. Act as a technical point of contact for wider practice teams, responding to queries arising from client work. Contribute to business development activity alongside partners. Coach, review, and develop junior members of the tax team, maintaining high technical standards. The successful Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager will have: CTA qualification. ACA or ACCA qualification is preferred. Strong experience in corporate, OMB, or mixed tax environments. Proven advisory experience alongside a solid compliance background. Confidence reviewing complex work and supervising junior staff. Strong technical knowledge with a commercial approach to problem solving. Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing directly with clients. Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work to deadlines. A proactive mindset and willingness to take ownership of work and relationships.
Mar 04, 2026
Full time
A senior tax professional is sought to join a leading international accountancy firm within a well-established regional office. The role sits within a growing Corporate and Business Tax function and offers a strong advisory focus, working directly with partners and specialist teams to support owner managed businesses, groups, and family run enterprises. This is a visible position with genuine influence over client outcomes, team development, and future growth. Senior Accountant - Benefits 25 days core holiday Enhanced maternity/paternity Enhanced pension Competitive salary which is regularly reviewed Incentive programme for new clients and staff introductions Life assurance and health cash plan Employee assistance programme Hybrid and flexible working Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager - About The Role This position combines hands-on advisory work with responsibility for managing delivery and quality across a varied client portfolio. You will act as a trusted adviser to clients, lead tax projects from scoping through to completion, and work closely with colleagues across tax, general practice, legal, and financial planning. Alongside advisory work, you will oversee relevant compliance activity and support the development of junior team members.Key responsibilities: Lead tax advisory engagements for owner managed businesses, groups, and family owned clients. Identify planning opportunities and manage projects from initial discussions through to implementation. Provide integrated tax advice across corporation tax, income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, and related areas. Support business restructurings and transactions, including group reorganisations and shareholder planning. Prepare and review technical documentation, including HMRC clearances and valuation related work. Advise on employee share arrangements and growth structures, working alongside valuation specialists where required. Support clients with reliefs and incentive schemes, including advance assurance applications. Review complex corporation tax returns and oversee compliance work delivered by junior team members. Act as a technical point of contact for wider practice teams, responding to queries arising from client work. Contribute to business development activity alongside partners. Coach, review, and develop junior members of the tax team, maintaining high technical standards. The successful Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager will have: CTA qualification. ACA or ACCA qualification is preferred. Strong experience in corporate, OMB, or mixed tax environments. Proven advisory experience alongside a solid compliance background. Confidence reviewing complex work and supervising junior staff. Strong technical knowledge with a commercial approach to problem solving. Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing directly with clients. Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work to deadlines. A proactive mindset and willingness to take ownership of work and relationships.
A leading international accountancy firm in Godalming seeks a Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager to join its growing Corporate and Business Tax function. The successful candidate will lead tax advisory engagements and manage a varied client portfolio, working closely with partners and specialist teams. They will be responsible for providing integrated tax advice, overseeing compliance, and mentoring junior team members. This role promises significant influence over client outcomes and team development, promoting a proactive approach and high technical standards.
Mar 04, 2026
Full time
A leading international accountancy firm in Godalming seeks a Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager to join its growing Corporate and Business Tax function. The successful candidate will lead tax advisory engagements and manage a varied client portfolio, working closely with partners and specialist teams. They will be responsible for providing integrated tax advice, overseeing compliance, and mentoring junior team members. This role promises significant influence over client outcomes and team development, promoting a proactive approach and high technical standards.
This market- leading organisation based near Godalming are seeking an experienced Finance Assistant to join their team. You will be joining a well-established and dynamic team that has a brilliant local reputation. Furthermore, this role will be fully office based and offers a fantastic working environment as well as great company benefits. A perfect role for an established Finance Assistant that has a strong varied background and is now looking for their next challenge. Job Title: Finance Assistant Job Type: Permanent, full time Location: Godalming, Surrey Salary: £30,000- £35,000 per annum Reference no: 15928 Finance Assistant Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Healthcare scheme Fantastic onsite facilities Car parking Pension scheme Finance Assistant About The Role In this role, you will be working within a finance team of 6 and reporting directly into the Finance Manager. You will be managing the Accounts Payable function and also supporting within other areas of finance. Your key responsibilities will be: The processing of all purchase ledger invoices, including employee expenses, ensuring each is analysed correctly. The production of payment runs on a fortnightly basis, ensuring invoices are paid and remittances are sent promptly to suppliers thereafter. Dealing with supplier queries and liaising with colleagues. The reconciliation of supplier statements and all bank accounts on a weekly basis. Maintenance of the purchase ledger supplier databases, ensuring contact details and bank details are kept fully up to date. All purchase ledger and bank filing as appropriate. Supporting in other areas of finance when needed. The successful Finance Assistant will have: Previous experience in a similar position Strong Accounts Payable experience Attention to detail Ability to communicate at all levels Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
This market- leading organisation based near Godalming are seeking an experienced Finance Assistant to join their team. You will be joining a well-established and dynamic team that has a brilliant local reputation. Furthermore, this role will be fully office based and offers a fantastic working environment as well as great company benefits. A perfect role for an established Finance Assistant that has a strong varied background and is now looking for their next challenge. Job Title: Finance Assistant Job Type: Permanent, full time Location: Godalming, Surrey Salary: £30,000- £35,000 per annum Reference no: 15928 Finance Assistant Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Healthcare scheme Fantastic onsite facilities Car parking Pension scheme Finance Assistant About The Role In this role, you will be working within a finance team of 6 and reporting directly into the Finance Manager. You will be managing the Accounts Payable function and also supporting within other areas of finance. Your key responsibilities will be: The processing of all purchase ledger invoices, including employee expenses, ensuring each is analysed correctly. The production of payment runs on a fortnightly basis, ensuring invoices are paid and remittances are sent promptly to suppliers thereafter. Dealing with supplier queries and liaising with colleagues. The reconciliation of supplier statements and all bank accounts on a weekly basis. Maintenance of the purchase ledger supplier databases, ensuring contact details and bank details are kept fully up to date. All purchase ledger and bank filing as appropriate. Supporting in other areas of finance when needed. The successful Finance Assistant will have: Previous experience in a similar position Strong Accounts Payable experience Attention to detail Ability to communicate at all levels Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
This growing, innovative organisation based in Farnham are looking for a Finance Assistant to join their team. You will be joining an expanding organisation that offers a brilliant working culture and good career stability. This role will be fully office based with 1 day a week working from home (post probation) and will suit someone who has previous experience in an Accounts Payable focused role and is now looking for their next challenge. Job Title: Finance Assistant- Accounts Payable Job Type: Permanent, full time Location: Farnham, Surrey Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum Reference no: 15987 Finance Assistant- Accounts Payable Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Private medical insurance Travel insurance Company bonus scheme Car parking onsite Fantastic working culture Finance Assistant- Accounts Payable About The Role In this role you will be working within a finance team of 4 and will be reporting into the Finance Director. You will be responsible for the smooth running of the Accounts Payable function whilst also assisting within other areas. This will be a busy, hands-on role and you will be a valuable asset to the team. Your key responsibilities will be: Full management of the Accounts Payable function, from posting invoices through to making payments and posting cash. Undertaking all transactional tasks including expenses, credit and pre-paid cards. Running creditor reports and staying in control of the financial spending. Assist the finance team with the month end process. Liaising with the wider team ensuring purchase orders and approvals are in place. Actively looking to improve internal systems and processes. Managing after the administration of the AP function and ensuring everything is organised correctly. The successful Finance Assistant- Accounts Payable will have: Previous experience in a similar position Experience with Sage would be beneficial Ability to communicate all levels Experience in working within a fast-paced environment. Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
This growing, innovative organisation based in Farnham are looking for a Finance Assistant to join their team. You will be joining an expanding organisation that offers a brilliant working culture and good career stability. This role will be fully office based with 1 day a week working from home (post probation) and will suit someone who has previous experience in an Accounts Payable focused role and is now looking for their next challenge. Job Title: Finance Assistant- Accounts Payable Job Type: Permanent, full time Location: Farnham, Surrey Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum Reference no: 15987 Finance Assistant- Accounts Payable Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Private medical insurance Travel insurance Company bonus scheme Car parking onsite Fantastic working culture Finance Assistant- Accounts Payable About The Role In this role you will be working within a finance team of 4 and will be reporting into the Finance Director. You will be responsible for the smooth running of the Accounts Payable function whilst also assisting within other areas. This will be a busy, hands-on role and you will be a valuable asset to the team. Your key responsibilities will be: Full management of the Accounts Payable function, from posting invoices through to making payments and posting cash. Undertaking all transactional tasks including expenses, credit and pre-paid cards. Running creditor reports and staying in control of the financial spending. Assist the finance team with the month end process. Liaising with the wider team ensuring purchase orders and approvals are in place. Actively looking to improve internal systems and processes. Managing after the administration of the AP function and ensuring everything is organised correctly. The successful Finance Assistant- Accounts Payable will have: Previous experience in a similar position Experience with Sage would be beneficial Ability to communicate all levels Experience in working within a fast-paced environment. Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Our client is a long-established, privately owned organisation based in Aldershot. They are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Operations Coordinator to support the day-to-day running of a busy operations department. This is a varied, office based role working closely with senior leadership and the wider team, ensuring the smooth coordination of office activities, customer communications, and operational administration. The position would suit a proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys variety, and takes pride in accuracy, organisation, and delivering excellent service. This is an excellent opportunity to join a small but dynamic team working in a fast-paced environment, with ongoing training and development provided and progression opportunities for the right candidate. Job Title: Operations Coordinator Job Type: Permanent Location: Aldershot, Hampshire Salary: £35,000 Reference no: 16007 Operations Coordinator Benefits 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays Employer pension contribution (matched up to 5%) Performance-related bonus potential Death in service benefit Ongoing training and development with progression opportunities Operations Coordinator About The Role Reporting into the Operations Director, you will provide administrative and coordination support to a busy operations team. Main responsibilities: Manage key customer accounts, ensuring excellent service and communication Handle incoming telephone calls and emails, responding or directing as appropriate Maintain accurate electronic and paper-based records, databases, and filing systems Perform data entry and maintain internal systems Produce delivery and job documentation Respond to quote requests and coordinate site visits Review operational documentation for accuracy and presentation Log completed jobs for invoicing and obtain purchase orders where required Check timesheets for payroll processing and record working time information Provide hospitality for visitors when necessary The successful Operations Coordinator will have: Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines Strong communication skills with professional telephone manner Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word High attention to detail and ability to work methodically Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks independently Experience working in a busy office environment Financial or accounting knowledge advantageous but not essential A flexible, proactive approach with the ability to adapt to changing priorities Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Our client is a long-established, privately owned organisation based in Aldershot. They are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Operations Coordinator to support the day-to-day running of a busy operations department. This is a varied, office based role working closely with senior leadership and the wider team, ensuring the smooth coordination of office activities, customer communications, and operational administration. The position would suit a proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys variety, and takes pride in accuracy, organisation, and delivering excellent service. This is an excellent opportunity to join a small but dynamic team working in a fast-paced environment, with ongoing training and development provided and progression opportunities for the right candidate. Job Title: Operations Coordinator Job Type: Permanent Location: Aldershot, Hampshire Salary: £35,000 Reference no: 16007 Operations Coordinator Benefits 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays Employer pension contribution (matched up to 5%) Performance-related bonus potential Death in service benefit Ongoing training and development with progression opportunities Operations Coordinator About The Role Reporting into the Operations Director, you will provide administrative and coordination support to a busy operations team. Main responsibilities: Manage key customer accounts, ensuring excellent service and communication Handle incoming telephone calls and emails, responding or directing as appropriate Maintain accurate electronic and paper-based records, databases, and filing systems Perform data entry and maintain internal systems Produce delivery and job documentation Respond to quote requests and coordinate site visits Review operational documentation for accuracy and presentation Log completed jobs for invoicing and obtain purchase orders where required Check timesheets for payroll processing and record working time information Provide hospitality for visitors when necessary The successful Operations Coordinator will have: Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines Strong communication skills with professional telephone manner Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word High attention to detail and ability to work methodically Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks independently Experience working in a busy office environment Financial or accounting knowledge advantageous but not essential A flexible, proactive approach with the ability to adapt to changing priorities Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
