Audit Supervisor / Assistant Manager Blackburn - Up to £52,000 (DOE)
Butler Rose are pleased to be recruiting for a well-established, multi-partner accountancy firm based in Blackburn, known for its strong regional presence, varied client base and clear progression opportunities within audit.
This role would suit an experienced Audit Senior who is looking to take the next step within a structured yet supportive audit team, or an existing Supervisor/Assistant Manager. The firm works with a broad portfolio of SME, OMB and corporate clients across a range of sectors, offering high-quality, technically interesting audit work without the corporate feel of a large national firm.
Duties
- Planning, leading and completing statutory audits from planning through to completion
- Managing audits on-site and acting as the main point of contact for clients during the audit process
- Reviewing work prepared by Audit Seniors and Semi Seniors
- Supporting and mentoring junior members of the audit team
- Assisting Managers and Partners with audit completion, reporting and client matters
- Ensuring audits are delivered to budget and in line with UK auditing standards
What we're looking for
- ACA or ACCA qualified (or finalist with strong experience)
- Strong audit background within an accountancy practice
- Experience leading audits and supervising junior staff
- Confident communicator with a client facing approach
- Well organised with the ability to manage multiple assignments
Benefits
- Clear and realistic progression to Manager level
- Hybrid working available
- 25 days holiday allowance plus bank holidays
- Employer pension contribution
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Supportive, people focused firm culture
Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
VAT Assistant Manager Manchester - £45,000
Butler Rose are pleased to be recruiting for a growing, advisory led accountancy practice based in Manchester. The firm operate nationally with multiple offices and a strong reputation across audit, accounts, tax and advisory.
This role sits within the VAT team and reports directly to the VAT Partner, offering a mix of technical VAT work, client interaction, and wider involvement across the tax function.
Duties
- Acting as first point of contact for VAT queries received into the VAT inbox
- Providing VAT technical advice to clients and internal stakeholders, referencing legislation and VAT notices where required
- Maintaining accurate records and logs of VAT queries, escalating issues where appropriate
- Identifying complex technical matters and liaising with the VAT Manager accordingly
- Supporting business development through inbound enquiries and cross referrals across the wider group
- Representing the VAT team internally and delivering ad hoc training to junior staff
- Keeping up to date with VAT legislation and contributing to technical content for the firm's website
- Liaising with HMRC and external advisers as required
- Assisting with ECNs, pre cred notifications and non statutory clearances
- Regular communication with Senior Managers, Directors and Partners
- Attending networking events and seminars
- Acting as a point of contact for DIY Housebuilder Claims
- Providing general administrative support to the VAT leadership team when required
What we're looking for
- Fully ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
- Background within an accountancy practice
- Strong VAT knowledge with client facing experience
- Confident communicator with good interpersonal skills
- Well organised, detail focused, and able to manage multiple queries effectively
Benefits
- 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Additional day off for your birthday
- Annual bonus scheme
- WPA Health Cash Plan
- Perkbox membership
- Paid professional membership / subscription
- Company sick pay
- Enhanced parental leave policies
- Pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Business Services Manager (Agriculture & Rural) Cambridge - Up to £65,000
A prestigious Accountancy Practice is looking for an experienced Business Services Manager to join a busy, supportive team that works with small and medium size businesses across a variety of sectors. This role offers the chance to focus on agricultural clients while working on a wide range of accounting, tax, and advisory projects.
Role Responsibilities
- Oversee preparation and review of accounts and tax returns for a portfolio of clients
- Manage and report on management accounts, budgets, and engagement profitability
- Supervise and mentor junior team members, including reviewing their work and providing constructive feedback
- Support clients in setting up and maintaining accounting systems and processes
- Maintain strong client relationships and act as the main point of contact on engagements
- Ensure compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements
- Contribute to business development initiatives, including building relationships with referrers and attending professional events
- Balance multiple projects effectively, both individually and as part of a team, in the office and at client sites
Personal Requirements
- Fully qualified ACA/ACCA or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 12 months post qualification experience in a UK accountancy practice
- Comfortable working with limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
- Experience with agricultural clients is preferred but not essential
- Strong IT skills, including MS Office; experience with Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, or CCH software advantageous
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly organised, detail oriented, and able to work to deadlines while managing multiple priorities
- Professional, tenacious, and self motivated with strong technical knowledge
- Able to handle confidential information with discretion
- Full UK driving licence and access to own transport
Benefits
- Buddy scheme and in house training opportunities
- Contributory pension and private medical insurance
- Cycle to work scheme and free parking
- Death in service cover and well being support
- Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
- Flexible working options
- Health cash plan and holiday purchase scheme
- Professional certification support
- Staff awards, social events, and shopping discounts
Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Corporate Tax Manager Cambridge - Up to £75,000
A leading, top 10 accountancy practice is looking for a Corporate Tax Manager to play a pivotal role within a high performing tax team, working with a variety of clients including owner managed businesses, growing companies, and multinational groups.
Role Responsibilities
- Provide expert advice on corporate tax compliance and support clients on planning and strategic tax matters
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, offering trusted guidance to help clients achieve their business goals
- Contribute to business development initiatives, including proposals, networking, and events, supporting the growth of the team and office
- Mentor and support junior colleagues, sharing expertise and fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth
Personal Requirements
- ACA or ACCA qualified (CTA is advantageous)
- Demonstrable experience in corporate tax, combining compliance and advisory expertise
- Strong interpersonal skills with an approachable, collaborative mindset
- Experience in managing and developing a team, with the ability to recognise and nurture talent
- Commitment to professional growth and supporting others in their career development
Benefits
- Hybrid working arrangements to support work life balance
- 27 days holiday, with the option to purchase additional days
- Comprehensive lifestyle, health, and wellbeing support, including financial wellbeing tools, access to virtual GP services, and sustainable transport schemes
- Access to over 300 learning resources and structured career development programmes
Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Audit Assistant Manager Cambridge - Up to £55,000
A prestigious Accountancy Practice is seeking an Assistant Manager to join its Corporate Services Audit team in Cambridge. This role is suitable for professionals who are recently qualified, qualified by experience, or in the final stages of their studies.
Role Responsibilities
- Lead smaller audit assignments and assist on larger audit engagements, making up around 65% of the role . click apply for full job details