Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. This role sits within the BDO Business Services & Outsourcing ("BSO") team in Reading. We provide clients with a full range of finance, accounting, and business services to support their growth and help them manage changing regulatory and reporting requirements within local markets and around the globe. Whatever the size and ambition of their operations, BSO can manage their accounting and compliance burdens to leave them free to focus on their business goals. Beyond supporting their compliance requirements, we also act as a client's sounding board, providing business insight, knowledge, and proven solutions. We can help them create a clear path to reach their goals and allow them to focus on what matters while we support the day-to-day financial management of their business. Overview of role: As a Assistant Manager you will be required to work closely with and support senior members of the team in the timely delivery of services. You will work independently and be accountable for the delivery of projects to the manager (or equivalent) for review, frequently being the first point of contact for our clients. In addition to accounting capabilities, you will have rounded business knowledge with the ability to analyse client data, make recommendations and talk credibly to clients on the issues they face such as current trading position, future outlook and legislative changes. Experience and professional qualifications: (ACA/ACCA) qualified or equivalent. Proven experience in management accounting for a variety of clients. Good VAT and some corporate tax knowledge. Experience of audit process and liaison with audit teams (preferable not essential). Competent in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc). Solid bookkeeping skills and good working knowledge of cloud accounting software's. Basic knowledge of the rules and regulations of doing business in the UK including reporting requirements, tax requirements. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6,500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Jul 18, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. This role sits within the BDO Business Services & Outsourcing ("BSO") team in Reading. We provide clients with a full range of finance, accounting, and business services to support their growth and help them manage changing regulatory and reporting requirements within local markets and around the globe. Whatever the size and ambition of their operations, BSO can manage their accounting and compliance burdens to leave them free to focus on their business goals. Beyond supporting their compliance requirements, we also act as a client's sounding board, providing business insight, knowledge, and proven solutions. We can help them create a clear path to reach their goals and allow them to focus on what matters while we support the day-to-day financial management of their business. Overview of role: As a Assistant Manager you will be required to work closely with and support senior members of the team in the timely delivery of services. You will work independently and be accountable for the delivery of projects to the manager (or equivalent) for review, frequently being the first point of contact for our clients. In addition to accounting capabilities, you will have rounded business knowledge with the ability to analyse client data, make recommendations and talk credibly to clients on the issues they face such as current trading position, future outlook and legislative changes. Experience and professional qualifications: (ACA/ACCA) qualified or equivalent. Proven experience in management accounting for a variety of clients. Good VAT and some corporate tax knowledge. Experience of audit process and liaison with audit teams (preferable not essential). Competent in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc). Solid bookkeeping skills and good working knowledge of cloud accounting software's. Basic knowledge of the rules and regulations of doing business in the UK including reporting requirements, tax requirements. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6,500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Audit Assistant Manager - Belfast - Outsourcing Your new company Are you a highly skilled and motivated Audit professional ready to take the next step in your career? Hays Practice have an exciting opportunity for an Audit Assistant Manager to join our client's dynamic team. As a key member of the firm, you'll play a crucial role in managing audit engagements, mentoring junior team members, and delivering exceptional service to clients. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a supportive and collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Your new role 1.Career Growth: We are committed to your professional development and offer excellent opportunities for career advancement. As an Audit Assistant Manager, you'll have the chance to expand your skill set, take on more responsibilities, and progress within our firm. 2.Diverse Client Base: Join our prestigious firm and work with a diverse range of clients across various industries. From multinational corporations to thriving startups, you'll gain exposure to different business models, challenges, and opportunities. 3.Collaborative Culture: Our firm values collaboration and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals who are dedicated to delivering high-quality audit services and exceeding client expectations. 4.Cutting-Edge Technology: We leverage advanced audit software and tools to streamline our processes and enhance efficiency. You'll have access to state-of-the-art resources that will enable you to excel in your role. 5.Work-Life Balance: We believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements. Our supportive and inclusive environment ensures your well-being and personal commitments are respected. Key Responsibilities: Manage and oversee audit engagements from planning to completion, ensuring adherence to audit methodology, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. Lead and supervise audit teams, providing guidance and support to junior team members throughout the engagement process. Perform risk assessments, develop audit programs, and execute audit procedures to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and financial statements. Analyse complex audit findings, identify areas for improvement, and provide strategic recommendations to clients. Foster strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and addressing client concerns and inquiries. Stay abreast of industry trends, changes in auditing standards, and regulatory developments, and apply this knowledge to enhance audit quality and effectiveness. Review workpapers, audit reports, and deliverables to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with professional standards. Contribute to the development and implementation of audit methodologies, tools, and best practices. Mentor and develop junior team members, providing constructive feedback, training, and guidance to support their professional growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as tax and advisory professionals, to deliver comprehensive solutions to clients. What you'll need to succeed Qualifications and Skills: Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent). Extensive experience in external audit engagements within a reputable accounting firm. Strong knowledge of auditing standards, financial reporting frameworks, and regulatory requirements. Proficiency in using audit software and Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail. Strong leadership and team management abilities, with a collaborative approach. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with clients and team members. Ability to manage multiple engagements, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Continuous learning mindset, staying updated with industry developments and enhancing professional skills. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. Room for progression and development Employee focused culture What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Jul 18, 2025
Full time
Audit Assistant Manager - Belfast - Outsourcing Your new company Are you a highly skilled and motivated Audit professional ready to take the next step in your career? Hays Practice have an exciting opportunity for an Audit Assistant Manager to join our client's dynamic team. As a key member of the firm, you'll play a crucial role in managing audit engagements, mentoring junior team members, and delivering exceptional service to clients. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a supportive and collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Your new role 1.Career Growth: We are committed to your professional development and offer excellent opportunities for career advancement. As an Audit Assistant Manager, you'll have the chance to expand your skill set, take on more responsibilities, and progress within our firm. 2.Diverse Client Base: Join our prestigious firm and work with a diverse range of clients across various industries. From multinational corporations to thriving startups, you'll gain exposure to different business models, challenges, and opportunities. 3.Collaborative Culture: Our firm values collaboration and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals who are dedicated to delivering high-quality audit services and exceeding client expectations. 4.Cutting-Edge Technology: We leverage advanced audit software and tools to streamline our processes and enhance efficiency. You'll have access to state-of-the-art resources that will enable you to excel in your role. 5.Work-Life Balance: We believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements. Our supportive and inclusive environment ensures your well-being and personal commitments are respected. Key Responsibilities: Manage and oversee audit engagements from planning to completion, ensuring adherence to audit methodology, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. Lead and supervise audit teams, providing guidance and support to junior team members throughout the engagement process. Perform risk assessments, develop audit programs, and execute audit procedures to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and financial statements. Analyse complex audit findings, identify areas for improvement, and provide strategic recommendations to clients. Foster strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and addressing client concerns and inquiries. Stay abreast of industry trends, changes in auditing standards, and regulatory developments, and apply this knowledge to enhance audit quality and effectiveness. Review workpapers, audit reports, and deliverables to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with professional standards. Contribute to the development and implementation of audit methodologies, tools, and best practices. Mentor and develop junior team members, providing constructive feedback, training, and guidance to support their professional growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as tax and advisory professionals, to deliver comprehensive solutions to clients. What you'll need to succeed Qualifications and Skills: Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent). Extensive experience in external audit engagements within a reputable accounting firm. Strong knowledge of auditing standards, financial reporting frameworks, and regulatory requirements. Proficiency in using audit software and Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail. Strong leadership and team management abilities, with a collaborative approach. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with clients and team members. Ability to manage multiple engagements, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Continuous learning mindset, staying updated with industry developments and enhancing professional skills. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. Room for progression and development Employee focused culture What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
M&A Assistant Director/ Senior Manager -Leeds page is loaded M&A Assistant Director/ Senior Manager -Leeds Apply locations Leeds time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R17077 Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. An Assistant Director's primary responsibility is to manage the delivery of projects on a day-to-day basis, and to build sustainable and profitable external and internal client relationships. You will have a good understanding of, and experience in, the field of corporate finance for both buy-side and sell-side work, involving private and public companies, owner-managed businesses and private equity houses. You will also be developed in your sector knowledge. You'll be someone with: Project manage client engagements, which includes determining the project scope and resource requirements, monitoring progress against budget and established timeframe, review of work completed by junior team members and resolving all project issues prior to Partner and Director review. Scope, prepare and review reports, information memoranda and documents using Word and PowerPoint Scope and review financial models using Excel Leading project management, including oversight of due diligence and client and buyer interaction, and management of the project team on a day-to-day basis. Assist the Partners, Directors in the development of existing and new service stream methodologies. Contributing and playing an active role in the development of new business relationships, marketing and business proposals, including: Promote knowledge sharing within the team and facilitating research and development within the chosen stream. Ensure client feedback is captured, addressed and effectively communicated to the project manager/director. Build sustainable relationships with clients, and take responsibility for delivering answers to clients in most cases. Support the conversion of opportunities into chargeable work, including pitch participation. Identify and recognise new project and business opportunities, and inform the project directors or partners, as appropriate. Act as an ambassador of the firm, participate in marketing events and keeping abreast of the wide range of services the firm offers. Support recruitment, retention, development, training and motivation of employees within the Corporate Finance team. Seek and take action on feedback. Act as a mentor to team members and provide coaching with a view to assisting them to achieve their personal career goals, including: People management responsibilities covering resource planning and allocation, performance management Support to the appraisal process, training and recommendations for promotion. Essential skills: A good understanding of, and experience in, advising clients on both buy-side and sell-side work, and will have led projects to a successful close. Your experience will involve working with private companies, owner-managed businesses and private equity houses. ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), or relevant work experience. Previous staff supervision or management experience. Good knowledge of MS Office, in particular Word and Excel. For those involved in plc activities, a developing knowledge of relevant regulatory regimes. Relevant sector experience We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. About Us BDO UK provides tax, audit and assurance, advisory and business outsourcing service s. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. Our partners and staff are specialists in their fields and have a proactive, flexible approach to helping clients overcoming the challenges they face. We aim to be as innovative and entrepreneurial as our clients. Our approach and expertise are what help us deliver exceptional client service. 95% of our clients would recommend us. We operate from 17 locations across the UK, covering all major business centres. We employ 8,000 people who are encouraged to bring their best selves to work; taking responsibility for their work and their relationships with clients. All our people share core values that underpin both our culture and the value that we bring to our clients. Our values are also reflected in continued focus on ESG. Our firm is distinctive and we want to preserve and build on the strengths of our culture and the characteristics that make us both successful and different. We look for people from all kinds of backgrounds who share these same qualities. BDO LLP is a key member of the BDO global network of public accounting, tax and advisory firms. The firms have representation in 166 countries, with 115,700 people working out of over 1,776 offices worldwide. That's BDO and we are proud to be part of it. Being part of an integrated network of firms across the world provides us with myriad opportunities for success.
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
M&A Assistant Director/ Senior Manager -Leeds page is loaded M&A Assistant Director/ Senior Manager -Leeds Apply locations Leeds time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R17077 Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. An Assistant Director's primary responsibility is to manage the delivery of projects on a day-to-day basis, and to build sustainable and profitable external and internal client relationships. You will have a good understanding of, and experience in, the field of corporate finance for both buy-side and sell-side work, involving private and public companies, owner-managed businesses and private equity houses. You will also be developed in your sector knowledge. You'll be someone with: Project manage client engagements, which includes determining the project scope and resource requirements, monitoring progress against budget and established timeframe, review of work completed by junior team members and resolving all project issues prior to Partner and Director review. Scope, prepare and review reports, information memoranda and documents using Word and PowerPoint Scope and review financial models using Excel Leading project management, including oversight of due diligence and client and buyer interaction, and management of the project team on a day-to-day basis. Assist the Partners, Directors in the development of existing and new service stream methodologies. Contributing and playing an active role in the development of new business relationships, marketing and business proposals, including: Promote knowledge sharing within the team and facilitating research and development within the chosen stream. Ensure client feedback is captured, addressed and effectively communicated to the project manager/director. Build sustainable relationships with clients, and take responsibility for delivering answers to clients in most cases. Support the conversion of opportunities into chargeable work, including pitch participation. Identify and recognise new project and business opportunities, and inform the project directors or partners, as appropriate. Act as an ambassador of the firm, participate in marketing events and keeping abreast of the wide range of services the firm offers. Support recruitment, retention, development, training and motivation of employees within the Corporate Finance team. Seek and take action on feedback. Act as a mentor to team members and provide coaching with a view to assisting them to achieve their personal career goals, including: People management responsibilities covering resource planning and allocation, performance management Support to the appraisal process, training and recommendations for promotion. Essential skills: A good understanding of, and experience in, advising clients on both buy-side and sell-side work, and will have led projects to a successful close. Your experience will involve working with private companies, owner-managed businesses and private equity houses. ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), or relevant work experience. Previous staff supervision or management experience. Good knowledge of MS Office, in particular Word and Excel. For those involved in plc activities, a developing knowledge of relevant regulatory regimes. Relevant sector experience We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. About Us BDO UK provides tax, audit and assurance, advisory and business outsourcing service s. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. Our partners and staff are specialists in their fields and have a proactive, flexible approach to helping clients overcoming the challenges they face. We aim to be as innovative and entrepreneurial as our clients. Our approach and expertise are what help us deliver exceptional client service. 95% of our clients would recommend us. We operate from 17 locations across the UK, covering all major business centres. We employ 8,000 people who are encouraged to bring their best selves to work; taking responsibility for their work and their relationships with clients. All our people share core values that underpin both our culture and the value that we bring to our clients. Our values are also reflected in continued focus on ESG. Our firm is distinctive and we want to preserve and build on the strengths of our culture and the characteristics that make us both successful and different. We look for people from all kinds of backgrounds who share these same qualities. BDO LLP is a key member of the BDO global network of public accounting, tax and advisory firms. The firms have representation in 166 countries, with 115,700 people working out of over 1,776 offices worldwide. That's BDO and we are proud to be part of it. Being part of an integrated network of firms across the world provides us with myriad opportunities for success.
If you are looking to continue your career development within management and statutory accounting, then you might be interested in hearing about the accounts and outsourcing team of this nationally recognised UK Top 10 accountancy practice in Reading? This large professional services firm, are offering the opportunity to work with the team to ensure timely and accurate delivery of management accounts & outsourced services through cloud accounting packages. Your main duties will involve overseeing bookkeeping and data processing using accounting systems. You will need to have a good technical skill in statutory accounting, management accounts, bookkeeping and VAT and be able to deliver to strict deadlines. You will work closely with clients, assisting with budgets & forecasts, and will need strong communication skills to be able to evaluate and review their accounting systems helping them to become a financial success. Preparation and review of statutory accounts Preparation and review of monthly or quarterly management accounts as dictated by client Preparation and review of bookkeeping for a variety of clients; inputting data and processing payments as required Supervision and development of junior team members Complete VAT returns for allocated clients Cash flow Forecast / Budgeting The local Reading office is commutable from areas all across Berkshire & Hampshire such as Newbury, Slough, Swindon, Oxford, Bracknell, Maidenhead etc. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a varied accounts role with a supportive company that will sit down and plan for your future with them. To be considered for this role you will ideally be ACCA or ACA qualified For further information on this role please contact Rich Clark at Clark Wood DD: (0) Mobile: (0)
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
If you are looking to continue your career development within management and statutory accounting, then you might be interested in hearing about the accounts and outsourcing team of this nationally recognised UK Top 10 accountancy practice in Reading? This large professional services firm, are offering the opportunity to work with the team to ensure timely and accurate delivery of management accounts & outsourced services through cloud accounting packages. Your main duties will involve overseeing bookkeeping and data processing using accounting systems. You will need to have a good technical skill in statutory accounting, management accounts, bookkeeping and VAT and be able to deliver to strict deadlines. You will work closely with clients, assisting with budgets & forecasts, and will need strong communication skills to be able to evaluate and review their accounting systems helping them to become a financial success. Preparation and review of statutory accounts Preparation and review of monthly or quarterly management accounts as dictated by client Preparation and review of bookkeeping for a variety of clients; inputting data and processing payments as required Supervision and development of junior team members Complete VAT returns for allocated clients Cash flow Forecast / Budgeting The local Reading office is commutable from areas all across Berkshire & Hampshire such as Newbury, Slough, Swindon, Oxford, Bracknell, Maidenhead etc. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a varied accounts role with a supportive company that will sit down and plan for your future with them. To be considered for this role you will ideally be ACCA or ACA qualified For further information on this role please contact Rich Clark at Clark Wood DD: (0) Mobile: (0)
Smartcat is building the future of work, where human expertise meets digital teammates to drive 10x to 1000x productivity gains for the world's leading enterprises. We're on the frontier of an entirely new category: Agentic AI. We enable enterprises to build high-performing hybrid workforces made up of both humans and AI agents. These AI agents aren't generic copilots. They're fully trained digital teammates that learn from your best people, your content, and your business strategy-ready to get to work from day one. Our platform combines generative AI, human-in-the-loop workflows, and a living Enterprise Skill Graph that continuously learns and improves. Whether you're launching a product globally, onboarding new hires, translating learning content, or aligning legal teams across regions, Smartcat turns knowledge into action and action into scale. Over 1,000 companies, including 20% of the Fortune 500, rely on Smartcat to bring their business to the world-instantly, accurately, and in every language. As a Series C company with 130% year-over-year growth, we're scaling fast and investing in people who want to shape the future of work with us. Join us in unlocking global potential, one human and agent team at a time. Mission As a Senior Fullstack Engineer at Smartcat, you'll be at the forefront of shaping our platform's future. You'll lead the development of cutting-edge features, optimize our application's performance and scalability, and ensure our growing global client base enjoys an exceptional user experience. Team - Growth Experience working in a growth team, implementing projects with open-ended technical requirements, and the ability to solve problems on the fly. Skilled in working with data and understanding the principles of product analytics and A/B testing. Ability to quickly adapt to changes, collaborate effectively with other departments, and formulate technical solutions aligned with business goals is essential. Willingness to learn new technologies and tackle tasks in conditions of uncertainty. Outcomes Design, develop, and deploy backend services and APIs that solve real-world customer challenges Optimize application performance, scalability, and security Collaborate with product managers, frontend engineers, and DevOps to ensure seamless integration of services Troubleshoot and resolve production issues efficiently Actively participate in code reviews, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning Requirements 7+ years of proven professional experience as a Software Engineer, with at least 3 years in .NET and C# 2+ years of experience in product companies (SaaS) 2 years of commercial experience with modern web frameworks like React/Angular/Vue Passion and strong skill for writing clean, maintainable, and testable code and well-documented C# code Experience with writing and maintaining Unit tests and E2E tests Advanced experience with MongoDB Upper-intermediate or higher English proficiency Experience with usage of the LLM-based solutions in daily workflow (ChatGPT, CoPilot, JetBrains AI Assistant, etc). Understanding of vector databases, embeddings, and RAG implementations Strong problem-solving skills and a growth mindset Experience working in a growth team, implementing projects with open technical specifications, and the ability to solve problems "on the fly." Proficient in data analysis, with an understanding of product analytics principles and A/B testing. Ability to quickly adapt to changes is crucial. Effectively collaborate with other departments. Formulate technical solutions aligned with business goals. Willingness to learn new technologies and solve problems in uncertain conditions. Our technologies Cloud Provider: Amazon AWS Monitoring & Logging: ELK (EFK), Prometheus, Grafana Why joining Smartcat might be your best move so far Fully remote team We are a global team of 200+ enthusiastic people spread across 30+ countries. We have been fully remote since 2020, with some locations populated with more Smartcaters than others, such as Boston, NYC, SF, the Bay Area, London, and Lisbon. Innovating a $100 Billion industry Smartcat's innovative approach towards multilingual content, taps into a $100B industry. Our platform enables enterprise end users to stop using traditional outsourcing methods, and start enjoying an easy-to-use, AI-powered SaaS, that delivers immediate high-quality results, at a fraction of the cost. High impact role enabling innovation and inclusion in organizations You will enjoy building with us. You will drive changes in how an old-fashioned global language industry operates while improving how hundreds of thousands of people work and millions of people exchange knowledge and ideas worldwide. Join the rocketship to scale-up 10x and beyond together We are looking for someone to become an integral part of our team and play a crucial role in the most exciting part of our journey: transitioning from a post-Series C startup to a company exceeding $100M in ARR and $1B in valuation. Our journey isn't for the faint of heart. We are growing at 130% YoY, thanks to our strong product-market fit and high-performing team, and plan to accelerate from here. Smartcat Culture : Where Diversity Meets High Performance At Smartcat, we are committed to building a culture that highlights respect and appreciation for each individual's unique background and perspective, while maintaining a strong focus on results and clear, honest and direct communication. We believe in welcoming everyone and fostering an inclusive environment where team members can be their authentic selves at work. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is steadfast, and we stand firmly against discrimination and harassment. 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Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Smartcat is building the future of work, where human expertise meets digital teammates to drive 10x to 1000x productivity gains for the world's leading enterprises. We're on the frontier of an entirely new category: Agentic AI. We enable enterprises to build high-performing hybrid workforces made up of both humans and AI agents. These AI agents aren't generic copilots. They're fully trained digital teammates that learn from your best people, your content, and your business strategy-ready to get to work from day one. Our platform combines generative AI, human-in-the-loop workflows, and a living Enterprise Skill Graph that continuously learns and improves. Whether you're launching a product globally, onboarding new hires, translating learning content, or aligning legal teams across regions, Smartcat turns knowledge into action and action into scale. Over 1,000 companies, including 20% of the Fortune 500, rely on Smartcat to bring their business to the world-instantly, accurately, and in every language. As a Series C company with 130% year-over-year growth, we're scaling fast and investing in people who want to shape the future of work with us. Join us in unlocking global potential, one human and agent team at a time. Mission As a Senior Fullstack Engineer at Smartcat, you'll be at the forefront of shaping our platform's future. You'll lead the development of cutting-edge features, optimize our application's performance and scalability, and ensure our growing global client base enjoys an exceptional user experience. Team - Growth Experience working in a growth team, implementing projects with open-ended technical requirements, and the ability to solve problems on the fly. Skilled in working with data and understanding the principles of product analytics and A/B testing. Ability to quickly adapt to changes, collaborate effectively with other departments, and formulate technical solutions aligned with business goals is essential. Willingness to learn new technologies and tackle tasks in conditions of uncertainty. Outcomes Design, develop, and deploy backend services and APIs that solve real-world customer challenges Optimize application performance, scalability, and security Collaborate with product managers, frontend engineers, and DevOps to ensure seamless integration of services Troubleshoot and resolve production issues efficiently Actively participate in code reviews, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning Requirements 7+ years of proven professional experience as a Software Engineer, with at least 3 years in .NET and C# 2+ years of experience in product companies (SaaS) 2 years of commercial experience with modern web frameworks like React/Angular/Vue Passion and strong skill for writing clean, maintainable, and testable code and well-documented C# code Experience with writing and maintaining Unit tests and E2E tests Advanced experience with MongoDB Upper-intermediate or higher English proficiency Experience with usage of the LLM-based solutions in daily workflow (ChatGPT, CoPilot, JetBrains AI Assistant, etc). Understanding of vector databases, embeddings, and RAG implementations Strong problem-solving skills and a growth mindset Experience working in a growth team, implementing projects with open technical specifications, and the ability to solve problems "on the fly." Proficient in data analysis, with an understanding of product analytics principles and A/B testing. Ability to quickly adapt to changes is crucial. Effectively collaborate with other departments. Formulate technical solutions aligned with business goals. Willingness to learn new technologies and solve problems in uncertain conditions. Our technologies Cloud Provider: Amazon AWS Monitoring & Logging: ELK (EFK), Prometheus, Grafana Why joining Smartcat might be your best move so far Fully remote team We are a global team of 200+ enthusiastic people spread across 30+ countries. We have been fully remote since 2020, with some locations populated with more Smartcaters than others, such as Boston, NYC, SF, the Bay Area, London, and Lisbon. Innovating a $100 Billion industry Smartcat's innovative approach towards multilingual content, taps into a $100B industry. Our platform enables enterprise end users to stop using traditional outsourcing methods, and start enjoying an easy-to-use, AI-powered SaaS, that delivers immediate high-quality results, at a fraction of the cost. High impact role enabling innovation and inclusion in organizations You will enjoy building with us. You will drive changes in how an old-fashioned global language industry operates while improving how hundreds of thousands of people work and millions of people exchange knowledge and ideas worldwide. Join the rocketship to scale-up 10x and beyond together We are looking for someone to become an integral part of our team and play a crucial role in the most exciting part of our journey: transitioning from a post-Series C startup to a company exceeding $100M in ARR and $1B in valuation. Our journey isn't for the faint of heart. We are growing at 130% YoY, thanks to our strong product-market fit and high-performing team, and plan to accelerate from here. Smartcat Culture : Where Diversity Meets High Performance At Smartcat, we are committed to building a culture that highlights respect and appreciation for each individual's unique background and perspective, while maintaining a strong focus on results and clear, honest and direct communication. We believe in welcoming everyone and fostering an inclusive environment where team members can be their authentic selves at work. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is steadfast, and we stand firmly against discrimination and harassment. 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Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview: This is an opportunity to join a fast growing team in a vibrant and modern office environment, working on a variety of technical accounting advisory projects whilst helping to drive the development of the team. The team work on a large variety of clients largely where we provide financial reporting support under IFRS and FRS 102. You will take the lead on researching and drafting advisory reports on complex accounting matters. As part of this you will be expected to perform information gathering exercises with the client, liaise with the client throughout a project, and work collaboratively with other services lines (e.g. Tax, Valuations, Corporate Finance). You will also be expected to contribute to business development activity including supporting managers with preparing pricing for new opportunities, meeting potential clients and collaborating on the day-to-day management of the pipeline of opportunities. In addition to client facing work you will also work to provide support to the management team on departmental issues including coaching and feedback to more junior members of staff, ensuring compliance with the stream's policies and procedures and the firm's risk management procedures. In this role you will also: Qualified ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent. Excellent working knowledge of IFRS and FRS 102 and related financial reporting requirements. Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. Evidence of ability to research technical accounting matters. Experience in managing client relationships. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6,500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Jul 15, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview: This is an opportunity to join a fast growing team in a vibrant and modern office environment, working on a variety of technical accounting advisory projects whilst helping to drive the development of the team. The team work on a large variety of clients largely where we provide financial reporting support under IFRS and FRS 102. You will take the lead on researching and drafting advisory reports on complex accounting matters. As part of this you will be expected to perform information gathering exercises with the client, liaise with the client throughout a project, and work collaboratively with other services lines (e.g. Tax, Valuations, Corporate Finance). You will also be expected to contribute to business development activity including supporting managers with preparing pricing for new opportunities, meeting potential clients and collaborating on the day-to-day management of the pipeline of opportunities. In addition to client facing work you will also work to provide support to the management team on departmental issues including coaching and feedback to more junior members of staff, ensuring compliance with the stream's policies and procedures and the firm's risk management procedures. In this role you will also: Qualified ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent. Excellent working knowledge of IFRS and FRS 102 and related financial reporting requirements. Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. Evidence of ability to research technical accounting matters. Experience in managing client relationships. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6,500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Our client prides themselves on helping people and businesses achieve their goals. We are seeking an ambitious mangers or assistant manager to help deliver cloud-accounting, management report and whole finance services to their diverse range of clients. You will manage a team of approximately 15 staff and ensure clients reporting is timely and accurate. This is a fantastic opportunity to join and help shape a growing team in one of most exciting and varied roles in accountancy. The person we are seeking will be an excellent problem-solver, will relish the opportunity to build strong relationships with a range of clients from life science spin-outs and ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large international groups. You will enjoy using your management reporting, forecasting and scenario building skills to advise on their specific business challenges while also opening the doors for our other specialist teams to provide 'end to end' support to our clients. You will also be comfortable with cloud-technology (Xero, Dext, Fathom, etc) you will seek to proactively use automation and technology to find solutions and to help design and implement financial systems. Your role: Providing leadership to the team as part of the manager group, supported by, and reporting to, the service line head and the wider partner group. Managing a portfolio of clients, including planning, mentoring, and reviewing the work of junior colleagues. Management reporting, analysis and interpretation against key performance indicators, discussing these with clients to assist them in operational and strategic decision making. Working with clients on projects and short-term engagements, including designing and implementing Xero-based finance systems. Working with the team to develop innovative solutions and deliver excellent client service. The person: ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification, or is very nearly qualified or with equivalent experience. Relevant experience in a similar role in a practice environment and is looking to take the next step in their progression. The ability to advise on and implement Xero-based financial systems and apps, processes and controls. A positive, proactive, and collaborative approach to problem solving. Good verbal and written communication skills in what will be a client facing role. The ability to manage their own time and work to tight deadlines. Our client is a certified 'Great Place to Work', with a 'people-first' mentality they offer an excellent package including a combination of home and office working and flexibility on location. They will help you maximise your potential with opportunities and support for progression including a comprehensive manager development programme. Benefits: Life assurance at 2 x salary Income protection insurance (IPI) which is payable after 13 weeks of sick % salary (less an amount for any deemed state benefits as determined by the insurer) pro After 3 months you will be eligible to choose from a menu of benefits, which currently include: Pension - in line with current legislation you will be automatically enrolled after 3 months and you will pay 3% and the firm will pay 5% and your life assurance will increase to 4 x salary Critical illness cover Dental insurance Additional life assurance Childcare vouchers Purchase of additional holiday Retail vouchers Alongside the scheme there is unlimited access to a discount scheme, offering a wide variety of discounts across a whole range of products and services, including discounted gym membership rates Free flu jabs To find out more about the salary or the role please call Sharon Tanner on or email me at JBRP1_UKTJ
Feb 19, 2025
Full time
Our client prides themselves on helping people and businesses achieve their goals. We are seeking an ambitious mangers or assistant manager to help deliver cloud-accounting, management report and whole finance services to their diverse range of clients. You will manage a team of approximately 15 staff and ensure clients reporting is timely and accurate. This is a fantastic opportunity to join and help shape a growing team in one of most exciting and varied roles in accountancy. The person we are seeking will be an excellent problem-solver, will relish the opportunity to build strong relationships with a range of clients from life science spin-outs and ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large international groups. You will enjoy using your management reporting, forecasting and scenario building skills to advise on their specific business challenges while also opening the doors for our other specialist teams to provide 'end to end' support to our clients. You will also be comfortable with cloud-technology (Xero, Dext, Fathom, etc) you will seek to proactively use automation and technology to find solutions and to help design and implement financial systems. Your role: Providing leadership to the team as part of the manager group, supported by, and reporting to, the service line head and the wider partner group. Managing a portfolio of clients, including planning, mentoring, and reviewing the work of junior colleagues. Management reporting, analysis and interpretation against key performance indicators, discussing these with clients to assist them in operational and strategic decision making. Working with clients on projects and short-term engagements, including designing and implementing Xero-based finance systems. Working with the team to develop innovative solutions and deliver excellent client service. The person: ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification, or is very nearly qualified or with equivalent experience. Relevant experience in a similar role in a practice environment and is looking to take the next step in their progression. The ability to advise on and implement Xero-based financial systems and apps, processes and controls. A positive, proactive, and collaborative approach to problem solving. Good verbal and written communication skills in what will be a client facing role. The ability to manage their own time and work to tight deadlines. Our client is a certified 'Great Place to Work', with a 'people-first' mentality they offer an excellent package including a combination of home and office working and flexibility on location. They will help you maximise your potential with opportunities and support for progression including a comprehensive manager development programme. Benefits: Life assurance at 2 x salary Income protection insurance (IPI) which is payable after 13 weeks of sick % salary (less an amount for any deemed state benefits as determined by the insurer) pro After 3 months you will be eligible to choose from a menu of benefits, which currently include: Pension - in line with current legislation you will be automatically enrolled after 3 months and you will pay 3% and the firm will pay 5% and your life assurance will increase to 4 x salary Critical illness cover Dental insurance Additional life assurance Childcare vouchers Purchase of additional holiday Retail vouchers Alongside the scheme there is unlimited access to a discount scheme, offering a wide variety of discounts across a whole range of products and services, including discounted gym membership rates Free flu jabs To find out more about the salary or the role please call Sharon Tanner on or email me at JBRP1_UKTJ
ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER Are you a natural communicator who loves to solve problems? We need your customer service skills to help grow our Property Services department! ABOUT US: We are W Property Solutions and we are a young, fast growing, all-encompassing Property Solutions Company based in North West London. We cover the majority of London and Hertfordshire providing services such as: Residential Property Management for Landlords Residential Block and Estate management for Freeholders and Leaseholders Outsourcing Services for Residential Estate Agents High Net Worth Client Property Concierge Services We provide a very high standard of service to our clients whilst keeping it personable at the same time. ABOUT THE ROLE: We are looking for a Junior or Assistant Property Manager who will have a varied role working along side the Company Directors and Department Managers. A varied role will give you a great insight and chance to build your knowledge and expertise in various departments of the property world. Some of your daily tasks will be (but not limited to): Working with contractors to obtain quotes, advice, instruction and arranging maintenance work. Assisting on lettings administration from generic emails, tenant referencing, arranging tenancy agreements, arranging pre tenancy maintenance and certificates, Registering Deposits, Deposit negotiations and Disputes, Tenancy Renewals etc. Property inspections General Liaison by way of phone calls and emails with tenants, estate agents, landlords, leaseholders and freeholders. In exchange, we're able to offer you genuine career progression to help build your skills and expertise in residential Property Management and grow with the company. ABOUT YOU: To suit this role, you'll need to be an exceptional verbal and written communicator who can switch your style depending on who you're dealing with, you'll also need to able to prioritise and plan work effectively. Be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines along with a high level of customer service. Finally, this role will suit a range of candidates from very little property experience up to 2 years of experience. More importantly a 'can do' approach and a willingness to learn is required.
Feb 02, 2024
Full time
ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER Are you a natural communicator who loves to solve problems? We need your customer service skills to help grow our Property Services department! ABOUT US: We are W Property Solutions and we are a young, fast growing, all-encompassing Property Solutions Company based in North West London. We cover the majority of London and Hertfordshire providing services such as: Residential Property Management for Landlords Residential Block and Estate management for Freeholders and Leaseholders Outsourcing Services for Residential Estate Agents High Net Worth Client Property Concierge Services We provide a very high standard of service to our clients whilst keeping it personable at the same time. ABOUT THE ROLE: We are looking for a Junior or Assistant Property Manager who will have a varied role working along side the Company Directors and Department Managers. A varied role will give you a great insight and chance to build your knowledge and expertise in various departments of the property world. Some of your daily tasks will be (but not limited to): Working with contractors to obtain quotes, advice, instruction and arranging maintenance work. Assisting on lettings administration from generic emails, tenant referencing, arranging tenancy agreements, arranging pre tenancy maintenance and certificates, Registering Deposits, Deposit negotiations and Disputes, Tenancy Renewals etc. Property inspections General Liaison by way of phone calls and emails with tenants, estate agents, landlords, leaseholders and freeholders. In exchange, we're able to offer you genuine career progression to help build your skills and expertise in residential Property Management and grow with the company. ABOUT YOU: To suit this role, you'll need to be an exceptional verbal and written communicator who can switch your style depending on who you're dealing with, you'll also need to able to prioritise and plan work effectively. Be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines along with a high level of customer service. Finally, this role will suit a range of candidates from very little property experience up to 2 years of experience. More importantly a 'can do' approach and a willingness to learn is required.
We are AMS. We are a global total workforce solutions firm; we enable organisations to thrive in an age of constant change by building, re-shaping, and optimising workforces. Our Contingent Workforce Solutions (CWS) is one of our service offerings; we act as an extension of our clients' recruitment team and provide professional interim and temporary resources. Our investment banking client has been present in the UK for more than 150 years, they're a long-term partner to British business. Today, the Group is formed of 10 divisions and employs 9,300 staff based in 21 core locations right across the country. Their role is simply stated: help clients achieve their goals by combining local know-how and global reach. In so doing, they seek to make a positive, sustainable contribution to both the UK economy and society. On behalf of this organisation, AMS are looking for an Executive Assistant for a 12-month contract based onsite in London. Purpose of the Role: To provide seamless administrative and secretarial support to dedicated Global Markets Executive managers and their direct reports including diary and inbox management. As an Executive Assistant , you will be responsible for: Managing inbox and diary of allocated executives. Coordinating with other EAs, internal, externally, and globally, to understand management whereabouts and to provide seamless cover at all times. Organising meetings including documentation preparation and invitations. Arranging and attending weekly management meeting: agenda and distribution via email/SharePoint. Managing and filtering all incoming calls. Coordinating of conference calls (internal and external) and booking meeting rooms. Managing travel bookings including travel itineraries and visa requirements by following the bank policies and procedure. Organising seminars, conferences, gathering in coordination with the Marketing and Event Team. Other ad-hoc tasks requested by team members. What we require from the candidate: Experience working in a fast-paced corporate organisation. Someone who is skilled in using MS Office. Someone who can be discreet, calm and adaptable. French speaking is an advantage. Next steps If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course. This client will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model. AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business.
Feb 01, 2024
Full time
We are AMS. We are a global total workforce solutions firm; we enable organisations to thrive in an age of constant change by building, re-shaping, and optimising workforces. Our Contingent Workforce Solutions (CWS) is one of our service offerings; we act as an extension of our clients' recruitment team and provide professional interim and temporary resources. Our investment banking client has been present in the UK for more than 150 years, they're a long-term partner to British business. Today, the Group is formed of 10 divisions and employs 9,300 staff based in 21 core locations right across the country. Their role is simply stated: help clients achieve their goals by combining local know-how and global reach. In so doing, they seek to make a positive, sustainable contribution to both the UK economy and society. On behalf of this organisation, AMS are looking for an Executive Assistant for a 12-month contract based onsite in London. Purpose of the Role: To provide seamless administrative and secretarial support to dedicated Global Markets Executive managers and their direct reports including diary and inbox management. As an Executive Assistant , you will be responsible for: Managing inbox and diary of allocated executives. Coordinating with other EAs, internal, externally, and globally, to understand management whereabouts and to provide seamless cover at all times. Organising meetings including documentation preparation and invitations. Arranging and attending weekly management meeting: agenda and distribution via email/SharePoint. Managing and filtering all incoming calls. Coordinating of conference calls (internal and external) and booking meeting rooms. Managing travel bookings including travel itineraries and visa requirements by following the bank policies and procedure. Organising seminars, conferences, gathering in coordination with the Marketing and Event Team. Other ad-hoc tasks requested by team members. What we require from the candidate: Experience working in a fast-paced corporate organisation. Someone who is skilled in using MS Office. Someone who can be discreet, calm and adaptable. French speaking is an advantage. Next steps If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course. This client will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model. AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business.
A leading accountancy practice based in Leatherhead has a requirement for a qualified ACCA /ACA, or suitably practice experienced accountant to join their team and firm as a Business Services Senior/Assistant Manager, in a role offering excellent progression and develop potential. Client Details The Leatherhead offices of this leading firm focuses on servicing and building relationships with growing OMBs, SMEs and limited company clients, alongside a very varied industry client base of sole traders, partnerships, and other clients around this, but with a focus on limited companies looking to grow and partner with their accountants. Clients are wide ranging in industry sectors with typical clients are up into the hundreds of thousands of turnover, with larger clients well into the millions in turnover up to the audit threshold and beyond. There is a team of professionals, varying in level, background and experience supporting the managerial and director group and they are looking for a key addition to bolster this team and work closely with them. The firm offers excellent appraisal systems, mentoring support with associated development and clear career progression on offer. Description Responsibility for a varied portfolio of clients Preparation/review of monthly/quarterly management accounts and year-end accounts Completion and review of VAT returns Preparation of annual P11D's and PAYE Agreements Ability to advise clients on budgeting and forecasting Reviewing and completing client Bookkeeping work Writing and reviewing management commentaries and providing insights Improving current processes for new and existing clients, leveraging technology wherever possible Payroll for clients but not essential Using Xero and Receipt bank Profile The firm are looking for: Minimum of 3 years working in a similar practice environment with a background in outsourcing/ general accounting If form Industry, must have experience of handling multiple businesses at one time. Exposure to both management accounts and statutory accounts production Competent with cloud accounting Preferably ACCA/CIMA/ACA newly qualified or studying towards qualification Payroll experience would be advantageous but is not a prerequisite. Job Offer Salary circa £40,000 - £48,000 depending on experience and qualification status. Competitive benefits package. Excellent opportunities to further progress and develop within a successful team!
Dec 20, 2022
Full time
A leading accountancy practice based in Leatherhead has a requirement for a qualified ACCA /ACA, or suitably practice experienced accountant to join their team and firm as a Business Services Senior/Assistant Manager, in a role offering excellent progression and develop potential. Client Details The Leatherhead offices of this leading firm focuses on servicing and building relationships with growing OMBs, SMEs and limited company clients, alongside a very varied industry client base of sole traders, partnerships, and other clients around this, but with a focus on limited companies looking to grow and partner with their accountants. Clients are wide ranging in industry sectors with typical clients are up into the hundreds of thousands of turnover, with larger clients well into the millions in turnover up to the audit threshold and beyond. There is a team of professionals, varying in level, background and experience supporting the managerial and director group and they are looking for a key addition to bolster this team and work closely with them. The firm offers excellent appraisal systems, mentoring support with associated development and clear career progression on offer. Description Responsibility for a varied portfolio of clients Preparation/review of monthly/quarterly management accounts and year-end accounts Completion and review of VAT returns Preparation of annual P11D's and PAYE Agreements Ability to advise clients on budgeting and forecasting Reviewing and completing client Bookkeeping work Writing and reviewing management commentaries and providing insights Improving current processes for new and existing clients, leveraging technology wherever possible Payroll for clients but not essential Using Xero and Receipt bank Profile The firm are looking for: Minimum of 3 years working in a similar practice environment with a background in outsourcing/ general accounting If form Industry, must have experience of handling multiple businesses at one time. Exposure to both management accounts and statutory accounts production Competent with cloud accounting Preferably ACCA/CIMA/ACA newly qualified or studying towards qualification Payroll experience would be advantageous but is not a prerequisite. Job Offer Salary circa £40,000 - £48,000 depending on experience and qualification status. Competitive benefits package. Excellent opportunities to further progress and develop within a successful team!
Assistant Credit Control Manager job in Bath, with onsite parking and hybrid working Your new company A Bath based AIM listed business are actively recruiting an Assistant Collections Manager to join their team. This company prides itself on providing an inclusive and supportive work environment which will give the successful candidate the freedom to innovate and bring new ideas to the table. Your new role The primary responsibilities for the successful candidate will include, but not be limited to: Ensuring that collection and escalation routines and timescales are adhered to. Monitor workloads and allocate agreements in default to the Credit Control team for collection. Provide an expert point of escalation and advice for Collections staff when dealing with technical or queried matters. Take personal ownership as appropriate. Take personal ownership of large debts or key issues in agreement with the Senior Collections and Legal Manager. Ensure that all customer interactions are dealt with efficiently, fairly, and consistently. Undertake all line management functions for the Collections team, including performance monitoring, appraisals, HR matters etc. Be the key point of contact with, and for, collection and recovery agents, and other 3rd party outsourcing partners. Provide MI and KPI data on a monthly and ad-hoc basis as required. Including top exposures/risks, agreements for write off/provisioning etc. Work with the Senior Collections & Legal Manager to continually evaluate working practices, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive through change. Other ad-hoc management tasks as allocated by the Senior Collections & Legal Manager or other senior Management team members. What you'll need to succeedKey skills required: Excellent attention to detail, organised and able to effectively prioritise a varied and demanding workload. Strong negotiation and influencing skills Confident line manager Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience of using MS Office systems Good analytical skills Good commercial judgement Personal attributes: Strong attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Team player Good organisation and planning skills Able to meet deadlines Works well under pressure Willingness to learn, get stuck in and upskill where needed Positive, pro-active mindset CICM or similar Team management experience is essential What you'll get in return 4.5% contribution to a pension scheme 24 days annual leave per annum, increasing to 26 days after 2 years' service Holiday exchange scheme - the ability to buy or sell holidays from the overall entitlement Group bonus scheme - the potential to earn £1,000 each year dependent on the performance of the business Annual salary reviews, dependent on business and employee performance Life assurance and income protection from day 1 of employment Optional private medical insurance What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Dec 18, 2022
Full time
Assistant Credit Control Manager job in Bath, with onsite parking and hybrid working Your new company A Bath based AIM listed business are actively recruiting an Assistant Collections Manager to join their team. This company prides itself on providing an inclusive and supportive work environment which will give the successful candidate the freedom to innovate and bring new ideas to the table. Your new role The primary responsibilities for the successful candidate will include, but not be limited to: Ensuring that collection and escalation routines and timescales are adhered to. Monitor workloads and allocate agreements in default to the Credit Control team for collection. Provide an expert point of escalation and advice for Collections staff when dealing with technical or queried matters. Take personal ownership as appropriate. Take personal ownership of large debts or key issues in agreement with the Senior Collections and Legal Manager. Ensure that all customer interactions are dealt with efficiently, fairly, and consistently. Undertake all line management functions for the Collections team, including performance monitoring, appraisals, HR matters etc. Be the key point of contact with, and for, collection and recovery agents, and other 3rd party outsourcing partners. Provide MI and KPI data on a monthly and ad-hoc basis as required. Including top exposures/risks, agreements for write off/provisioning etc. Work with the Senior Collections & Legal Manager to continually evaluate working practices, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive through change. Other ad-hoc management tasks as allocated by the Senior Collections & Legal Manager or other senior Management team members. What you'll need to succeedKey skills required: Excellent attention to detail, organised and able to effectively prioritise a varied and demanding workload. Strong negotiation and influencing skills Confident line manager Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience of using MS Office systems Good analytical skills Good commercial judgement Personal attributes: Strong attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Team player Good organisation and planning skills Able to meet deadlines Works well under pressure Willingness to learn, get stuck in and upskill where needed Positive, pro-active mindset CICM or similar Team management experience is essential What you'll get in return 4.5% contribution to a pension scheme 24 days annual leave per annum, increasing to 26 days after 2 years' service Holiday exchange scheme - the ability to buy or sell holidays from the overall entitlement Group bonus scheme - the potential to earn £1,000 each year dependent on the performance of the business Annual salary reviews, dependent on business and employee performance Life assurance and income protection from day 1 of employment Optional private medical insurance What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
The team supports a wide range of exciting clients in sectors including not for profit, manufacturing, real estate and technology. Their focus is to help clients succeed through simplifying the day to day of doing business including the delivery of statutory accounts, limited assurance reports and advisory. Client Details This Top 10 firm is an accountancy and business advisory company, who provide integrated advice and solutions to help businesses navigate a changing world. Their clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy. Description Act as a major point of contact within the firm for a portfolio of clients. This includes responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided and maintaining regular contact with clients. Prepare and review statutory accounts (including consolidations and cash flows) and disclosures within under UK GAAP, IFRS and other relevant accounting frameworks. Lead on the delivery of limited assurance projects Responsible for the financial management of, and maximising profitability from, a portfolio of clients. Conduct rigorous project and financial management on all projects, completing projects within agreed timescales and raising issues with clients in a timely manner. Engage with clients directly on technical queries and challenges. Review the work of junior staff, and complete monthly reviews to ensure accurate financial information. Train and develop junior staff to help them progress Ensure that the firm's risk management and quality control procedures are adhered to at all times. Liaison with central and specialist departments on such matters as VAT, tax, risk management, technical and other matters. Profile Qualified Accountant ACA, ACCA or equivalent Significant previous experience in an assistant manager role or experience in a manager role, including delivering statutory accounts preparation (compilations) or audit services to large businesses. Previous experience in providing assurance work including limited assurance, agreed upon procedures. Strong working knowledge of FRS102 Working knowledge of Charities SORP and other specialist SORPS as well as IFRS Evidence of ability to research technical accounting matters. Working knowledge of risk management processes within an accounting firm Working knowledge of Microsoft packages including Word, Excel and PowerPoint Competent in the use of CaseWare and other relevant accounts production software Job Offer 28 days holiday plus bank holidays Private medical, Travel insurance, Childcare vouchers, Bike to work, Dental insurance, Life assurance, Gym discounts, wedding vouchers, CSR days, employee discounts, etc.
Dec 17, 2022
Full time
The team supports a wide range of exciting clients in sectors including not for profit, manufacturing, real estate and technology. Their focus is to help clients succeed through simplifying the day to day of doing business including the delivery of statutory accounts, limited assurance reports and advisory. Client Details This Top 10 firm is an accountancy and business advisory company, who provide integrated advice and solutions to help businesses navigate a changing world. Their clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy. Description Act as a major point of contact within the firm for a portfolio of clients. This includes responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided and maintaining regular contact with clients. Prepare and review statutory accounts (including consolidations and cash flows) and disclosures within under UK GAAP, IFRS and other relevant accounting frameworks. Lead on the delivery of limited assurance projects Responsible for the financial management of, and maximising profitability from, a portfolio of clients. Conduct rigorous project and financial management on all projects, completing projects within agreed timescales and raising issues with clients in a timely manner. Engage with clients directly on technical queries and challenges. Review the work of junior staff, and complete monthly reviews to ensure accurate financial information. Train and develop junior staff to help them progress Ensure that the firm's risk management and quality control procedures are adhered to at all times. Liaison with central and specialist departments on such matters as VAT, tax, risk management, technical and other matters. Profile Qualified Accountant ACA, ACCA or equivalent Significant previous experience in an assistant manager role or experience in a manager role, including delivering statutory accounts preparation (compilations) or audit services to large businesses. Previous experience in providing assurance work including limited assurance, agreed upon procedures. Strong working knowledge of FRS102 Working knowledge of Charities SORP and other specialist SORPS as well as IFRS Evidence of ability to research technical accounting matters. Working knowledge of risk management processes within an accounting firm Working knowledge of Microsoft packages including Word, Excel and PowerPoint Competent in the use of CaseWare and other relevant accounts production software Job Offer 28 days holiday plus bank holidays Private medical, Travel insurance, Childcare vouchers, Bike to work, Dental insurance, Life assurance, Gym discounts, wedding vouchers, CSR days, employee discounts, etc.
We are AMS. We are a global total workforce solutions firm; we enable organisations to thrive in an age of constant change by building, re-shaping, and optimising workforces. Our Contingent Workforce Solutions (CWS) is one of our service offerings; we act as an extension of our clients' recruitment team and provide professional interim and temporary resources. Our client Lloyds Banking Group is a leading UK based financial services group providing a wide range of banking and financial services, focused on personal and commercial customers. Lloyds Banking Group support a culture of Inclusion and opportunities to develop to become the Bank of the future and Helping Britain Prosper. On behalf of Lloyds Banking Group, AMS are looking for an Assistant Finance Manager for a 6 Month Contract based in Bristol . Purpose of the Role: As a Finance Manager you will sit as part of the Insurance Products Team. You will deliver a range of Finance processes relating to Insurance division to provide high quality outputs which satisfy stakeholder needs. The teams' responsibilities cover a range of Settlements, Journals and Reconciliations that impact both the Balance Sheet and P&L. As an Assistant Finance Manager you will be responsible for: Acting as a point of reference for information & procedural advice & queries from other business areas. Within the above responsibilities, investigative work is required to resolve any issues identified, which will involve aspects of data analysis that often leads to talking to a range of stakeholders and providing timely and accurate responses.There is also daily, weekly, and ad-hoc work to be completed involving daily reconciliations, generating ledger and source system adjustments and investigation of anomalies. What we require from the candidate: Prior Finance/ Accountancy experience Experience of reconciliations and Finalising Journals Financial Services / General insurance or life experience would be ideal Finance Systems Experience - Ideally SAP, Fusion and Oracle, desirable but not necessary Next steps Lloyds Banking Group will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model. If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course. AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business
Dec 17, 2022
Full time
We are AMS. We are a global total workforce solutions firm; we enable organisations to thrive in an age of constant change by building, re-shaping, and optimising workforces. Our Contingent Workforce Solutions (CWS) is one of our service offerings; we act as an extension of our clients' recruitment team and provide professional interim and temporary resources. Our client Lloyds Banking Group is a leading UK based financial services group providing a wide range of banking and financial services, focused on personal and commercial customers. Lloyds Banking Group support a culture of Inclusion and opportunities to develop to become the Bank of the future and Helping Britain Prosper. On behalf of Lloyds Banking Group, AMS are looking for an Assistant Finance Manager for a 6 Month Contract based in Bristol . Purpose of the Role: As a Finance Manager you will sit as part of the Insurance Products Team. You will deliver a range of Finance processes relating to Insurance division to provide high quality outputs which satisfy stakeholder needs. The teams' responsibilities cover a range of Settlements, Journals and Reconciliations that impact both the Balance Sheet and P&L. As an Assistant Finance Manager you will be responsible for: Acting as a point of reference for information & procedural advice & queries from other business areas. Within the above responsibilities, investigative work is required to resolve any issues identified, which will involve aspects of data analysis that often leads to talking to a range of stakeholders and providing timely and accurate responses.There is also daily, weekly, and ad-hoc work to be completed involving daily reconciliations, generating ledger and source system adjustments and investigation of anomalies. What we require from the candidate: Prior Finance/ Accountancy experience Experience of reconciliations and Finalising Journals Financial Services / General insurance or life experience would be ideal Finance Systems Experience - Ideally SAP, Fusion and Oracle, desirable but not necessary Next steps Lloyds Banking Group will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model. If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course. AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business
Finance Manager Full time £55,000 Permanent position Our client, based in Badersfield, are forward thinking friendly company looking for a Finance Manager to join their team who will report directly to the CEO. The goal is to maintain all financial systems, finding where improvement is needed and putting changes in place to support the business. This will also mean implementing automation and outsourcing to optimise team resources. You'll be responsible for annual financial audits, cash planning and analysis to support the company growth. You'll need to be able to travel to the 2nd branch in Hethel on regular basis. Duties will include, but will not be limited to: Part of strategic discussions with the board Creating business cases and opportunities in collaboration with CEO and other departments Company performance reports, including board documents Organisation of internal audit committee Month and quarter close procedures and VAT returns Monthly management account packs and department budgets Support Finance Assistant in ensuring all invoicing, billing, purchase order creation and bank reconciliation is complete Ensure a customer service department has dealt with all queries with finance related issues Compliance with regulations and internal policies and procedures Ensure the company is financially stable Budgeting & forecasting Managing credit control processes Cash planning and analysis, Capital reconciliation Processing large payments and payroll Implement improvements to accounting systems Managing finance assistant Overseeing tax compliance To be considered for this position you will be: Qualified through ACCA, CIMA or ICAEW Continuous professional and personal development Effective operating at a senior level Payroll processes, Management accounts and reports Cash planning and management Credit control VAT and Tax You will have great leadership, interpersonal and communication skills including difficult conversations, great IT skills, Excel and financial software included, high attention to detail, organised and possess critical thinking and problem-solving skills. For further information please contact Recruitment Norwich
Dec 16, 2022
Full time
Finance Manager Full time £55,000 Permanent position Our client, based in Badersfield, are forward thinking friendly company looking for a Finance Manager to join their team who will report directly to the CEO. The goal is to maintain all financial systems, finding where improvement is needed and putting changes in place to support the business. This will also mean implementing automation and outsourcing to optimise team resources. You'll be responsible for annual financial audits, cash planning and analysis to support the company growth. You'll need to be able to travel to the 2nd branch in Hethel on regular basis. Duties will include, but will not be limited to: Part of strategic discussions with the board Creating business cases and opportunities in collaboration with CEO and other departments Company performance reports, including board documents Organisation of internal audit committee Month and quarter close procedures and VAT returns Monthly management account packs and department budgets Support Finance Assistant in ensuring all invoicing, billing, purchase order creation and bank reconciliation is complete Ensure a customer service department has dealt with all queries with finance related issues Compliance with regulations and internal policies and procedures Ensure the company is financially stable Budgeting & forecasting Managing credit control processes Cash planning and analysis, Capital reconciliation Processing large payments and payroll Implement improvements to accounting systems Managing finance assistant Overseeing tax compliance To be considered for this position you will be: Qualified through ACCA, CIMA or ICAEW Continuous professional and personal development Effective operating at a senior level Payroll processes, Management accounts and reports Cash planning and management Credit control VAT and Tax You will have great leadership, interpersonal and communication skills including difficult conversations, great IT skills, Excel and financial software included, high attention to detail, organised and possess critical thinking and problem-solving skills. For further information please contact Recruitment Norwich
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. We'll broaden your horizons The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. We'll help you succeed This is a fantastic opportunity to join our fast growing team in a vibrant and modern office environment to hone your financial reporting skills and help to drive the development of the Global Financial Reporting ('GFR') team. As a GFR and iXBRL Senior or Assistant Manager you will use your previous statutory financial statement ('SFS') preparation experience, working closely with and supporting senior members in the team to ensure the timely delivery of our GFR and iXBRL services. You will work independently, be accountable for the delivery of statutory financial statements to the manager for review, and be the first point of contact for our clients. You will also take an active role in identifying accounting problems and suggesting potential solutions. We'll broaden your horizons Your opportunity to join a fast growing team in a vibrant and modern office environment to hone your financial reporting skills and help to drive the development of the Financial Reporting ('FR') team in meeting the needs of our large corporate and multi-national clients'. As a FR Senior '/ Assistant Manager you will use your previous statutory financial statement ('SFS') preparation experience, working closely with and supporting senior members in the team to ensure the timely delivery of our FR and iXBRL services. You will work independently, be accountable for the delivery of statutory financial statements to the manager for review and be the first point of contact for our clients. You will also take an active role in identifying accounting problems and suggesting potential solutions. Due to the nature of the role a flexible approach to work is required to facilitate the needs of our clients and colleagues. The right person will also be proactive, efficient, have confident communication skills and enjoy a technical challenge. You will be expected to consistently demonstrate core BDO values and the required standard of competency for the level of this role, which includes adherence with compliance and confidentiality standards. Requirements Qualified ACA, ACCA or equivalent Previous experience of statutory financial statement preparation in accordance with FRS 102, FRS 101 and IFRSs as well as preparation of consolidations and cash flow statements is essential Training and knowledge of IFRSs is preferable Experience of leading client assignments essential No experience of iXBRL necessary, training will be provided Experience of US GAAP desirable Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word & Excel essential Experience of CaseWare and/or Thomson Reuters' ONESOURCE Accounts Production desirable You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across 18 UK locations, we are 7,000 unique minds coming together to help the business we work with reach their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better
Dec 07, 2022
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. We'll broaden your horizons The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. We'll help you succeed This is a fantastic opportunity to join our fast growing team in a vibrant and modern office environment to hone your financial reporting skills and help to drive the development of the Global Financial Reporting ('GFR') team. As a GFR and iXBRL Senior or Assistant Manager you will use your previous statutory financial statement ('SFS') preparation experience, working closely with and supporting senior members in the team to ensure the timely delivery of our GFR and iXBRL services. You will work independently, be accountable for the delivery of statutory financial statements to the manager for review, and be the first point of contact for our clients. You will also take an active role in identifying accounting problems and suggesting potential solutions. We'll broaden your horizons Your opportunity to join a fast growing team in a vibrant and modern office environment to hone your financial reporting skills and help to drive the development of the Financial Reporting ('FR') team in meeting the needs of our large corporate and multi-national clients'. As a FR Senior '/ Assistant Manager you will use your previous statutory financial statement ('SFS') preparation experience, working closely with and supporting senior members in the team to ensure the timely delivery of our FR and iXBRL services. You will work independently, be accountable for the delivery of statutory financial statements to the manager for review and be the first point of contact for our clients. You will also take an active role in identifying accounting problems and suggesting potential solutions. Due to the nature of the role a flexible approach to work is required to facilitate the needs of our clients and colleagues. The right person will also be proactive, efficient, have confident communication skills and enjoy a technical challenge. You will be expected to consistently demonstrate core BDO values and the required standard of competency for the level of this role, which includes adherence with compliance and confidentiality standards. Requirements Qualified ACA, ACCA or equivalent Previous experience of statutory financial statement preparation in accordance with FRS 102, FRS 101 and IFRSs as well as preparation of consolidations and cash flow statements is essential Training and knowledge of IFRSs is preferable Experience of leading client assignments essential No experience of iXBRL necessary, training will be provided Experience of US GAAP desirable Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word & Excel essential Experience of CaseWare and/or Thomson Reuters' ONESOURCE Accounts Production desirable You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across 18 UK locations, we are 7,000 unique minds coming together to help the business we work with reach their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. We'll help you succeed As a Manager in our Financial Reporting ('FR') team you will be responsible for a portfolio of client work reporting directly to the local FR Senior Management Team. You will manage the team on a day to day basis and build and sustain internal and external client relationships. You will be responsible for all aspects of service delivery from client take on and fee negotiations to final reporting and client meetings ensuring all assignments are delivered to a high quality and within agreed timescales. In addition to client facing work and business development activity you will also work to provide support to the Senior Management Team on departmental issues including resourcing, coaching and feedback to more junior members of staff, ensuring compliance with the stream's policies and procedures and the firm's risk management procedures. The FR team are a dedicated team responsible for the delivery of financial statements and advisory services to help our clients meet their financial reporting needs. The FR team focus on the delivery of UK financial reporting services to multi-national businesses; providing a high quality, fresh approach which is tailored to each client's individual needs. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients, our FR team don't just advise on specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. Technical experience and professional qualifications: ACA or ACCA qualified or equivalent qualification. Significant previous experience in an assistant manager role or experience in a manager role, including delivering statutory accounts preparation or audit services to large businesses. Excellent working knowledge of FRS 102 and related financial reporting requirements as well as previous experience preparing statutory accounts, consolidations and cash flows. Working knowledge of IFRSs as well as previous experience reconciling IFRS and UK GAAP results. Managing and developing staff, i.e. coordinating staff projects, mentoring, counselling, appraising, recruiting etc. Ability to prioritise and plan effectively, adopting a logical and methodical approach in order to meet tight deadlines. Proven experience in managing a wide portfolio of concurrent projects and project teams in a project management framework. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Working knowledge of Microsoft packages including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with international groups and working with overseas companies (desirable) Business development experience - able to contribute to the identification and conversion of opportunities to sell work (desirable) We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO.
Dec 07, 2022
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. We'll help you succeed As a Manager in our Financial Reporting ('FR') team you will be responsible for a portfolio of client work reporting directly to the local FR Senior Management Team. You will manage the team on a day to day basis and build and sustain internal and external client relationships. You will be responsible for all aspects of service delivery from client take on and fee negotiations to final reporting and client meetings ensuring all assignments are delivered to a high quality and within agreed timescales. In addition to client facing work and business development activity you will also work to provide support to the Senior Management Team on departmental issues including resourcing, coaching and feedback to more junior members of staff, ensuring compliance with the stream's policies and procedures and the firm's risk management procedures. The FR team are a dedicated team responsible for the delivery of financial statements and advisory services to help our clients meet their financial reporting needs. The FR team focus on the delivery of UK financial reporting services to multi-national businesses; providing a high quality, fresh approach which is tailored to each client's individual needs. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients, our FR team don't just advise on specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. Technical experience and professional qualifications: ACA or ACCA qualified or equivalent qualification. Significant previous experience in an assistant manager role or experience in a manager role, including delivering statutory accounts preparation or audit services to large businesses. Excellent working knowledge of FRS 102 and related financial reporting requirements as well as previous experience preparing statutory accounts, consolidations and cash flows. Working knowledge of IFRSs as well as previous experience reconciling IFRS and UK GAAP results. Managing and developing staff, i.e. coordinating staff projects, mentoring, counselling, appraising, recruiting etc. Ability to prioritise and plan effectively, adopting a logical and methodical approach in order to meet tight deadlines. Proven experience in managing a wide portfolio of concurrent projects and project teams in a project management framework. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Working knowledge of Microsoft packages including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with international groups and working with overseas companies (desirable) Business development experience - able to contribute to the identification and conversion of opportunities to sell work (desirable) We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO.
Rapidly growing Organisation seeks an Assistant Manager (Financial Reporting) to join their expanding team. A Chartered Accountants who provide accounting, tax, audit, financial outsourcing, and advisory services. Part of a leading service provider in the media and entertainment industry. This Organisation has ambitious plans to develop their teams and grow the business The Assistant Manager will b click apply for full job details
Dec 01, 2022
Full time
Rapidly growing Organisation seeks an Assistant Manager (Financial Reporting) to join their expanding team. A Chartered Accountants who provide accounting, tax, audit, financial outsourcing, and advisory services. Part of a leading service provider in the media and entertainment industry. This Organisation has ambitious plans to develop their teams and grow the business The Assistant Manager will b click apply for full job details
Overview of the Accounting and Outsourcing service line Our Accounting and Outsourcing team works to support our clients to better run their finance functions, understand their financial position and performance, and to ensure they are compliant with changing accounting and tax legislation. With the relentless pace of technology change you will need to be able to advise clients in areas such as process and digitalisation, business performance and financial reporting, while building enduring relationships that positions Mazars as a trusted adviser. Our successful team of more than 250 professionals is growing across all areas including cloud accounting, payroll, financial reporting and company secretarial. An introduction to our SME team: The SME team specialise in providing a wide range of accounting, tax and advisory services to the SME market. The clients will usually be owner managed businesses, typically below a £10m turnover, that have few complex issues, but who appreciate a service provided by a single team so that all information about the business and their personal objectives are understood by the Mazars team members that they work with. Clients can be limited companies, partnerships or sole traders, where we prepare their accounts, business tax computations and personal tax returns. The team provides a wide range of support and advice that is relevant to SMEs, covering aspects such as digital accounting systems, tax mitigation, trading internationally and simply being a sounding board for our clients. Job Purpose The role is to ensure accurate and timely preparation of statutory financial statements and tax compliance for a range of SME clients. You will work under the direction of Seniors, Assistant Managers and Managers, providing high quality advice on their year-end compliance process and work with other teams to deliver an excellent client experience. We are moving to a new hybrid working model, so as a trainee you will split your time between working from home, visiting the office, client sites when required or studying for your professional exams. During your first two years you will: Learn how to use accounting and tax software and systems in order to prepare less complex financial statements for clients' year end requirements. Develop an understanding of financial statements and the nature of the clients' business. Be able to obtain relevant information from other departments and clients whilst building good communication with both. Work closely with your colleagues to encourage teamwork and asking questions to proactively aid your development. IXBRL tagging. During your third year you will: Manage your own assigned client work, with a focus on efficiencies to maximise business performance also. Self-review your own work, ensuring minimal review points are raised by managers. Have confident knowledge of accounting standards which you apply to a given set of year end financials. Prepare the corporation tax, personal tax and P11D returns and computations for less complex clients. Develop a sound technical knowledge of up to date accounting and tax matters. Coach and lead more junior team members. Work directly with our clients and begin developing relationships with those clients to deliver on repeat engagements. In your final year you will be expected to be able to take responsibility for the junior members of your team. You will train them and review their work. The person Interpersonal skills including the ability to build client relationships with a foundation of trust and responsibility. Analytical skills and the ability to think critically, research and solve problems. Attention to detail and strong time-management skills. Commitment to self-development & learning. Affinity with our values; in particular, respect for individuals, diversity and integrity. Strong academic performance is important so we know that you're ready to take your professional exams . However, we understand things don't always go to plan - so if you don't meet our minimum requirements, please let us know if you have any exceptional achievements or extenuating circumstances which affected your results. We also consider your achievements in the context of your socio-economic background, so encourage you to submit your contextual information. On track to achieve or have obtained a minimum of 112 UCAS points. This is based on the new 2017 UCAS Tariff. You can calculate your UCAS points here. Grade B or above in GCSE English Language and Maths. Training We will fund your study towards the AAT qualification, upon success of this you will have the opportunity to study towards your ACA qualification. You will receive a full study package to ensure that you successfully complete your professional qualification. This includes time off to study, attend college and complete online courses. Your professional qualification is only part of the story at Mazars; we support all our trainees with a blended approach to training and development including classroom study, 1:1 coaching, and soft skills training. You will be supported by a mentor and an appraising manager to keep your career and aspirations on track.
Dec 05, 2021
Full time
Overview of the Accounting and Outsourcing service line Our Accounting and Outsourcing team works to support our clients to better run their finance functions, understand their financial position and performance, and to ensure they are compliant with changing accounting and tax legislation. With the relentless pace of technology change you will need to be able to advise clients in areas such as process and digitalisation, business performance and financial reporting, while building enduring relationships that positions Mazars as a trusted adviser. Our successful team of more than 250 professionals is growing across all areas including cloud accounting, payroll, financial reporting and company secretarial. An introduction to our SME team: The SME team specialise in providing a wide range of accounting, tax and advisory services to the SME market. The clients will usually be owner managed businesses, typically below a £10m turnover, that have few complex issues, but who appreciate a service provided by a single team so that all information about the business and their personal objectives are understood by the Mazars team members that they work with. Clients can be limited companies, partnerships or sole traders, where we prepare their accounts, business tax computations and personal tax returns. The team provides a wide range of support and advice that is relevant to SMEs, covering aspects such as digital accounting systems, tax mitigation, trading internationally and simply being a sounding board for our clients. Job Purpose The role is to ensure accurate and timely preparation of statutory financial statements and tax compliance for a range of SME clients. You will work under the direction of Seniors, Assistant Managers and Managers, providing high quality advice on their year-end compliance process and work with other teams to deliver an excellent client experience. We are moving to a new hybrid working model, so as a trainee you will split your time between working from home, visiting the office, client sites when required or studying for your professional exams. During your first two years you will: Learn how to use accounting and tax software and systems in order to prepare less complex financial statements for clients' year end requirements. Develop an understanding of financial statements and the nature of the clients' business. Be able to obtain relevant information from other departments and clients whilst building good communication with both. Work closely with your colleagues to encourage teamwork and asking questions to proactively aid your development. IXBRL tagging. During your third year you will: Manage your own assigned client work, with a focus on efficiencies to maximise business performance also. Self-review your own work, ensuring minimal review points are raised by managers. Have confident knowledge of accounting standards which you apply to a given set of year end financials. Prepare the corporation tax, personal tax and P11D returns and computations for less complex clients. Develop a sound technical knowledge of up to date accounting and tax matters. Coach and lead more junior team members. Work directly with our clients and begin developing relationships with those clients to deliver on repeat engagements. In your final year you will be expected to be able to take responsibility for the junior members of your team. You will train them and review their work. The person Interpersonal skills including the ability to build client relationships with a foundation of trust and responsibility. Analytical skills and the ability to think critically, research and solve problems. Attention to detail and strong time-management skills. Commitment to self-development & learning. Affinity with our values; in particular, respect for individuals, diversity and integrity. Strong academic performance is important so we know that you're ready to take your professional exams . However, we understand things don't always go to plan - so if you don't meet our minimum requirements, please let us know if you have any exceptional achievements or extenuating circumstances which affected your results. We also consider your achievements in the context of your socio-economic background, so encourage you to submit your contextual information. On track to achieve or have obtained a minimum of 112 UCAS points. This is based on the new 2017 UCAS Tariff. You can calculate your UCAS points here. Grade B or above in GCSE English Language and Maths. Training We will fund your study towards the AAT qualification, upon success of this you will have the opportunity to study towards your ACA qualification. You will receive a full study package to ensure that you successfully complete your professional qualification. This includes time off to study, attend college and complete online courses. Your professional qualification is only part of the story at Mazars; we support all our trainees with a blended approach to training and development including classroom study, 1:1 coaching, and soft skills training. You will be supported by a mentor and an appraising manager to keep your career and aspirations on track.
Job Title Outsourcing Assistant Manager Location London Salary Up to £50,000 DOE Fantastic opportunity based in central London for a qualified accountant who is looking for the next step in their career! Are you ACA/ACCA qualified? Do you want to work in a well renowned practice with high profile clients? Would you like to work with large listed clients as part of a social and outgoing team? Do you want to...... click apply for full job details
Dec 02, 2021
Full time
Job Title Outsourcing Assistant Manager Location London Salary Up to £50,000 DOE Fantastic opportunity based in central London for a qualified accountant who is looking for the next step in their career! Are you ACA/ACCA qualified? Do you want to work in a well renowned practice with high profile clients? Would you like to work with large listed clients as part of a social and outgoing team? Do you want to...... click apply for full job details
