Lochead Sandford Recruitment Limited

Are you a Newly/Recently Qualified CA/ACCA out of contract this year or last year, ambitious and keen for a new challenge and real scope for your next step up the career ladder? Lochead Sandford Recruitment is working with a most well established and forward thinking, expanding Top 20 Mid tier CA Firm keen to recruit a suitably qualified CA/ACCA to join their friendly and most successful audit team based in Edinburghas a Qualified Audit Executive with flexible hybrid working and good benefits. This is an exciting time to join their Edinburgh team, where you will manage a varied high quality portfolio of clients, acting as an Executive/Senior on audit work, ensuring deadlines are met in compliance with necessary regulations and reporting directly to Managers, Directors and Partners. WHY JOIN? Genuine work life balance. Competitive salary Hybrid & flexible working Accredited Investor in People. New and improved programme for Succession planning and supportive management structure to help you realise your potential. Up to 33 days holiday including bank holidays, plus the opportunity to buy up to 5 days. Competitive salary. Paid CSR time. Car lease scheme. This new role will involve taking responsibility for carrying out audits for a most varied range of clients from start to finish, mainly medium sized general corporates and possibly a few charities, possibly some accounts preparation, all ensuring a broad interesting role. You will act as an Executive on audits depending on your experience to date, ensuring timescales and budgets are met. liaison with clients and supervising/reviewing work of more junior members. Current or recent UK Audit experience gained from another UK Practice Firm is essential, with good client, organisational skills and the ability to lead audits. In return our client offers a most attractive salary with benefits, flexible hybrid working and a most supportive team environment and focus on work/life balance, with a structure to allow you to really progress upwards and work with a range of quality clients. INTERVIEWING NOW JBRP1_UKTJ

WHY JOIN? Attractive salary and benefits package offering flexible and hybrid/smart working options, 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with option to buy and sell annual leave, Health Insurance, Life Assurance, generous discounted shopping platform for all staff, Greener car scheme and Cycle to work scheme. OUR CLIENT, a dynamic and growing accountancy firm with several offices in the UK seeks to recruit an experienced Corporate Tax Manager who will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, personalised tax services based in their Ayrshire offices. Collaborating closely with the Senior Tax Manager and Tax Partner, this position involves managing a diverse client portfolio, overseeing both advisory and compliance aspects of corporate tax. Key Responsibilities: To manage a portfolio of clients to ensure that all Corporate Tax Returns and Computations are prepared and submitted to H M Revenue & Customs by the due dates. Advising clients on their tax liabilities, together with due dates for payment and ensuring time limits for claims and elections are met. Recognising opportunities to mitigate tax liabilities and liaising with Partners and Directors to implement these opportunities with clients. Manage the WIP on client portfolio, ensuring that all fees are raised and issued to the client on completion completion of work. Meeting with prospective clients with regards to their tax affairs IDEAL PERSON: Qualified to ICAS / CTA or similar level with proven track record in Corporate Tax from another UK Accountancy firm or possibly an Inhouse CT background keen to return to Practice, strong client liaison and team working, organisational skills. Able to - Apply technical skills to provide solutions to the client via an understanding of the tax system, being aware of the due dates for the submission of the annual Tax Returns and Computations and the due dates for the payment of tax Proactive in identifying changes in the legislation and knowing how this impacts on own client base Regularly review work of colleagues for technical accuracy Maintain and develop technical knowledge through appropriate training , seeking advice where appropriate. JBRP1_UKTJ

Are you a Newly/Recently Qualified CA/ACCA out of contract this year or last year, ambitious and keen for a new challenge and real scope for your next step up the career ladder? Lochead Sandford Recruitment is working with a most well established and forward thinking, expanding Top 20 Mid tier CA Firm keen to recruit a suitably qualified CA/ACCA to join their friendly and most successful audi click apply for full job details

WHY JOIN? Attractive salary and benefits package offering flexible and hybrid/smart working options, 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with option to buy and sell annual leave, Health Insurance, Life Assurance, generous discounted shopping platform for all staff, Greener car scheme and Cycle to work scheme. OUR CLIENT, a dynamic and growing accountancy firm with several offices in the UK see click apply for full job details

This is an exciting new role that has arisen with our highly regarded Client, a leading Chartered Accountancy Firm who have been expanding due to new client wins, for a suitably experienced Tax specialist with proven people management/leadership skills to join as Tax Director. Our client offers: Leadership Role:An opportunity to lead a team and play a key role in the firms corporate tax department and the wider practice. Professional Development:Support for ongoing professional growth, including training and further qualifications. Collaborative Environment:Work in a team that values collaboration, excellence, and innovation. Competitive Package:Competitive salary, benefits, and a real commitment to work-life balance, 35 hour week. Hybrid working up to 50% in office/home available Remote working may also be considered You will be responsible for leading the delivery of high-quality corporate tax services to a varied portfolio of clients. This role includes overseeing corporation tax compliance, providing advanced technical tax advice, and leading a team of tax professionals. You will play a key role in ensuring client satisfaction, managing compliance, and contributing to the growth of the business. Key Responsibilities: 1.Client Management and Delivery: Lead the delivery of all aspects of corporate tax assignments for a diverse portfolio of clients. Operate seamlessly as both an independent contributor and a collaborative team player, ensuring the delivery of exceptional client service. Play a pivotal role in resource management, setting timescales and budgets, and liaising between departments to ensure seamless service delivery. Cultivate and strengthen client relationships by offering strategic insights that address their evolving needs and challenges 2.Technical Expertise and Advisory: Manage detailed technical research on complex tax issues, presenting findings and recommendations clearly and concisely. Oversee the preparation of advice on complex tax matters, ensuring that all advice is robust and risk-aware. Identify and capitalise on tax planning opportunities for clients, contributing to their long-term tax strategies. 3.Review of Complex Cases: Review complex corporate tax cases, providing clear and actionable feedback to junior and senior staff. Ensure that all complex tax cases are handled with the highest level of technical proficiency and in compliance with UK tax legislation. 4.Team Leadership and Development: Nurture the growth of junior team members by mentoring, coaching, and providing guidance to empower them to excel in their roles and advance in their careers. Exemplify a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth, inspiring team members to expand their skill sets and stay current with industry trends. Enforce the firm's procedures and culture relating to feedback, accountability, and coaching, ensuring a supportive and productive work environment. Conduct internal training sessions to educate team members on compliance best practices and assist them in navigating technical complexities. 5.Thought Leadership and Innovation: Identify areas for improvement in the corporation tax compliance process and procedures, particularly with regard to technology-enabled solutions. Propose recommendations for change and take a leading role in implementing new processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Collaborate with colleagues to identify innovative solutions that address client challenges and provide a competitive advantage for the firm. 6.Business Development and Networking: Be a primary contact for colleagues, clients, and your business network, fostering strong relationships and securing new opportunities for the firm. Identify and progress opportunities to promote the firm in the marketplace, working closely with the business development team to secure new work. Act as an ambassador for the firm, participating in networking events and client entertainment activities to raise the firms profile. 7.Risk Management and Compliance: Identify potential risks to the firm, including operational, financial, and reputational risks, and propose strategies to mitigate these risks. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements, internal methodologies, and risk management procedures. Ideal Person: Qualifications:CTA qualified or equivalent experience in corporate tax. Experience:At least eight years of experience in a corporate tax role, with significant exposure to complex tax issues. Technical Expertise:Strong technical knowledge of corporate tax compliance, planning, and advisory services. Review and Analysis:Proven ability to review complex tax cases with high accuracy and technical proficiency. Communication Skills:Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to clients and colleagues. Attention to Detail:High level of accuracy in reviewing tax returns and other client deliverables. Leadership:Previous line management experience, with the ability to guide, mentor, and develop junior staff. IT Skills:Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with Alphatax or similar tax software is preferred. Commercial Awareness:Ability to make effective business decisions, manage key performance indicators, and contribute to the growth and sustainability of the wider firm. JBRP1_UKTJ

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This is an exciting new role that has arisen with our highly regarded Client, a leading Chartered Accountancy Firm who have been expanding due to new client wins, for a suitably experienced Tax specialist with proven people management/leadership skills to join as Tax Director. Our client offers: Leadership Role: An opportunity to lead a team and play a key role in the firms corporate tax department a click apply for full job details

Are you a Newly/Recently Qualified CA/ACCA out of contract this year or last year, ambitious and keen for a new challenge and real scope for your next step up the career ladder? Lochead Sandford Recruitment is working with a most well established and forward thinking, expanding Top 20 Mid tier CA Firm keen to recruit a suitably qualified CA/ACCA to join their friendly and most successful audi click apply for full job details

Exciting new opportunity to join a Top 20 Firm based in their Aberdeen office for a suitably experienced Corporate Tax Manage r with broad UK Tax experience from another UK Accountancy firm or Inhouse Tax role. You will be suitably qualified CTA/CA/ACCA or studying with strong client focus and technical tax skills click apply for full job details

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