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Client Portfolio Manager

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:00:57 GMT

A 4-day working week on full salary is rare in practice. This role is built around exactly that, combined with a high level of autonomy and direct access to the Partners.

You will take ownership of your own client portfolio and play a central role in a small but fast-growing firm. This is not a role with layers of sign-off above you. You will be trusted to manage clients, make decisions, and help shape how the firm develops as it continues to grow. It suits someone who wants responsibility, independence, and a genuine say in how their work is delivered, while still having support from experienced Partners when needed.

Job Title: Client Portfolio Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Farnham

Salary: £45,000 – 65,000

Reference no: 16016

Client Portfolio Manager – Benefits

4-day working week at full salary
5 weeks annual leave plus additional time off between Christmas and New Year
Free on-site parking
Clear route into a senior leadership role as the firm grows

Client Portfolio Manager – About The Role

This is a broad, hands-on client facing role with a high level of ownership from day one. You will manage your own portfolio of clients, working directly with the Partners on a range of accounting and advisory matters. The role is varied and requires someone comfortable working independently, prioritising their own workload, and taking responsibility for delivering high quality output.

As the firm continues to grow, this position offers genuine scope to step into a senior leadership role. Key responsibilities:

Manage your own portfolio of clients
Work directly with Partners on client matters
Prepare and review accounts and related technical work
Review bookkeeping completed for clients
Act as the main point of contact for your portfolio
Build and maintain long term client relationships
Provide advice on accounting and related matters
Support the continued growth of the firm through strong client delivery

The successful Client Portfolio Manager will have:

ACA or ACCA qualified
Previous UK practice experience is essential
Strong technical accounting ability
Confidence managing your own workload and priorities
Ability to build strong client relationships
Strong initiative and ability to work independently
Interest in progressing within a growing firm

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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Audit Supervisor

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:09:15 GMT

If you’re already running audits but not getting the progression or recognition, this role offers a clearer path forward. You’ll take ownership of your own jobs, work directly with clients, and review junior staff, within a Top 15 firm that’s part of a global network. That means proper structure, bigger opportunities, and a defined route into management rather than waiting for someone to leave. It’s a step up in responsibility, but also in how much you’re trusted. The expectation is that you can run an audit properly and deliver a clean file, not just support from the sidelines.

Job Title: Audit Supervisor

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Godalming

Salary: £55,000 – 57,000

Reference no: 16031

Audit Supervisor – Benefits

25 days core holiday plus 3 additional days at Christmas
Above market rate salary (London Salary)
Hybrid and flexible working
Enhanced pension
Life assurance, income protection and critical illness cover
Enhanced maternity and paternity
Health cash plan and wellbeing support including EAP
Option to buy or sell additional holiday
Referral bonuses and incentive schemes
Cycle to work and flexible benefits including tech, gym and dental

Audit Supervisor – About The Role

This role is suited to an Audit Senior who is ready to step into a position with more ownership and visibility.

You will lead audits from planning through to completion, working with a varied portfolio of clients across different sectors. You will also take responsibility for reviewing junior staff and supporting their development, while working closely with Managers and Partners. As you progress, you will gain exposure to more complex clients and a clear route into management. Key responsibilities:

Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion
Act as a main point of contact for clients
Perform risk assessments and identify key audit areas
Design and carry out audit testing including analytical review and substantive testing
Review work completed by junior staff and provide clear feedback
Support and develop junior team members
Prepare and review financial statements including audit reports
Ensure audits are delivered on time and within budget

The successful Audit Supervisor will have:

ACA or ACCA qualified or close to qualifying
At least 3 years UK practice experience across audit and accounts
Experience leading audits or taking ownership of key sections
Strong understanding of audit processes and risk
Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines
Confidence dealing directly with clients

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Finance Operations Accountant

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:30:22 GMT

Our client is a growing professional services organisation based in Southampton who are seeking a Finance Operations Accountant to join their team. You will be joining a dynamic business that has an outstanding market reputation and offers brilliant career progression. The role offers hybrid working and a full study support package and will suit a progressive individual with a strong technical background seeking a new challenge.

Job Title: Finance Operations Accountant

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Southampton (hybrid)

Salary: £45,000

Reference no: 16057

Finance Operations Accountant – Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holiday
Hybrid working- 1-2 days in the office
Company bonus scheme
Study support package
Healthcare package
Walking distance from the train station
Pension scheme

Finance Operations Accountant – About The Role

This role supports both the Reconciliation and Journals Managers and plays a key part in ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of the trial balance. It involves managing automated financial feeds and preparing manual journals to maintain the integrity of the general ledger. Key responsibilities include:

Producing monthly financial data for key processes and supporting trial balance delivery through management of automated system feeds and manual journals, working closely with Accounts Payable
Reconciling balance sheet accounts and investigating any reconciling items
Assisting with the preparation of papers for Legal Entity board meetings as required
Contributing to the continuous improvement of financial processes and outputs
Supporting the implementation of changes to financial reporting, systems, and procedures in an efficient manner
Ensuring compliance with control framework
Assisting in the provision of information for external auditors
Building and maintaining strong working relationships across the wider finance team to promote best practices
Ensuring all accounting and financial processes are fully documented and kept up to date in line with policy and regulatory changes

The successful Finance Operations Accountant will have:

Ability to effectively engage with and influence senior stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Proven ability to deliver high-quality work within tight deadlines
Comfortable operating within a complex and evolving environment
A proactive approach to improving processes and delivering better outcomes
Initiative in resolving issues, with the judgement to escalate where necessary
Work collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals and drive team success

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Accounts Assistant

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:59:21 GMT

Our client is a well established family owned SME business based in Wokingham who are looking for a full time Accounts Assistant to join their team. This is an office based and varied role supporting day-to-day and month-end processes, ideal for someone who has a basic understanding accounting with some prior exposure looking to build on their experience.

Job Title: Accounts Assistant

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Wokingham

Salary: £30,000

Reference no: 16056

Accounts Assistant – Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Salary sacrifice scheme - 5% matched contributions
Discretionary bonus
Private Healthcare
Bike to work scheme

Accounts Assistant - About the Role

In this role you will be reporting into the Financial Controller, whilst working closely with the wider team. You will support the finance team and be responsible for the day-to-day routines in the finance department.

· Process purchase and sales invoices using the finance system

· Chase missing purchase orders, delivery notes, and ensure accurate coding

· Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies

· Investigate and reconcile key accounts

· Review aged creditors and provide commentary on balances

· Prepare and submit VAT returns, ensuring timely payment

· Support month-end tasks including journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations

· Assist wider finance team and carry out ad hoc duties as required

The successful Accounts Assistant:

A basic understanding of accounting principles
Previous experience in purchase ledger would be advantageous
Have the capacity to learn new systems quickly.
A solid proficiency in using Microsoft Excel
Analytically minded with a good attention to detail
Problem solving skills and the ability to prioritise tasks
Strong communication skills and the ability to form good working relationships

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CRM Manager

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:04:11 GMT

We are seeking a strategic and commercially driven CRM Manager to join a fast-paced Growth Marketing team. This role will take ownership of customer lifecycle marketing and promotions across email and other owned channels, leveraging CRM as a core growth driver. With a strong focus on retention, repeat revenue, and customer lifetime value, you will play a key role during a period of significant subscription growth. Managing a CRM Executive, you will deliver a dynamic campaign calendar, optimise automations across the customer journey, and collaborate closely with creative, product, and data teams to drive measurable business impact.

Job Title: CRM Manager

Job Type: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Location: Farnham

Salary: £51,500 – £57,500 per annum

Ref: 16055

CRM Manager – About the role

• Translating CRM strategy into clear campaign and lifecycle plans to drive repeat revenue, retention, and customer lifetime value
• Managing and developing a CRM Executive to deliver high-quality segmentation and campaign execution
• Designing, building, and optimising automated lifecycle campaigns including welcome, onboarding, replenishment, upsell, and repeat purchase journeys
• Collaborating with product and brand teams to maximise lead generation and convert prospects into engaged customers
• Developing and executing a structured experimentation roadmap to continuously improve performance
• Leveraging predictive AI models and customer insights to identify new growth opportunities across the lifecycle
• Analysing channel and promotional performance, translating data into actionable insights and recommendations
• Partnering with data, product, and performance teams to deliver aligned customer initiatives linked to business objectives (OKRs)
• Managing relationships with external technology partners to enhance CRM capabilities and maintain operational excellence

The successful CRM Manager will have:

• A marketing degree or equivalent qualification
• 5+ years’ experience in CRM or lifecycle marketing, including team management
• Proven success delivering against performance targets in a high-growth or DTC environment
• Hands-on experience with Klaviyo and strong knowledge of email marketing best practices
• Advanced analytical and segmentation skills, with the ability to interpret performance data and drive insights
• Experience collaborating with brand and creative teams to deliver high-performing campaigns
• A strong test-and-learn mindset, with experience designing and evaluating experiments
• Ability to track and optimise CRM performance metrics including engagement, revenue, retention, and LTV
• Experience using predictive models and AI-driven insights to inform decision-making
• Familiarity with ecommerce and analytics platforms such as Shopify, Recharge, PowerBI, or Mixpanel
• Experience working with third-party technology partners to deliver results

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Financial Controller - Shared Services

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:49:57 GMT

We’re partnering with a leading international business to recruit a Financial Controller that will embed into the controllership team that forms part of their European Shared Service Centre.

This is a high-profile role with a clear mandate: transform and elevate the function into a best-in-class, insight-led finance operation. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping how finance supports a complex, multi-entity European business moving from transactional delivery to true value-add.

If you’re looking for a role where you can drive change, influence senior stakeholders, and build a high-performing team, this is a standout opportunity.

Financial Controller – Shared Services – Benefits

25 days annual leave
9.00 am - 17:00 - OFFICE BASED POSITION
Company Car
Salary Exchange Pension scheme
Non Contributory Life Assurance
Private Medical Insurance
Group Income protection

Financial Controller – Shared Services – About The Role

Reporting to the Director of European Shared Services, you will take full ownership of the controllership agenda across multiple European entities:

Controllership & Financial Leadership

Act as the European controllership lead for R2R, ensuring strong governance, consistency and best practice
Take accountability for the integrity, accuracy and completeness of financial records
Own balance sheet governance, including reconciliations, reviews, risk identification and issue resolution
Oversee accruals, provisions, estimate), ensuring robust documentation and review
Ensure alignment between management, statutory and tax reporting

Financial Close & Day-to-Day Delivery

Lead the end-to-end close process (month, quarter, year-end), ensuring deadlines are met with high quality output
Manage day-to-day operations within the Controllership team, setting priorities and resolving escalations
Review journals, reconciliations and reporting packs, ensuring a “first-time right” approach
Drive consistency and discipline across multiple entities and reporting lines
Deliver insightful monthly reporting, variance analysis and performance commentary

Audit, Compliance & Controls

Own the relationship with external auditors, leading audit planning, execution and issue resolution
Ensure ongoing SOX compliance and a robust internal control environment
Drive a culture of continuous audit readiness and proactive risk management
Strengthen and embed financial controls across all processes

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team (c.10–15 FTE), both direct and indirect
Set clear objectives, KPIs and service levels across the function
Upskill the team from transactional processing to true financial control and analysis
Create a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and service excellence

Process Improvement & Transformation

Drive the standardisation and optimisation of processes across Europe
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce close cycle time and enhance reporting quality
Champion automation and better use of systems (SAP S/4HANA, OneStream)
Play a key role in ongoing finance transformation and system enhancement initiatives

Stakeholder & Business Partnering

Act as a key interface between Shared Services, local finance teams and Group Finance
Partner with operational and finance stakeholders to improve reporting and support decision-making
Translate complex accounting issues into clear, actionable insights
Promote the SSC as a value-adding, customer-focused finance function

The successful Financial Controller – Shared Services will have:

Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
Strong controllership background with ownership of financial reporting and close processes
Experience in a complex, multi-entity, international environment
Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS / US GAAP) and controls (SOX preferred)
Hands-on leader, comfortable operating both strategically and at detail level
Proven track record of process improvement, transformation and team development
Strong systems experience (SAP S/4HANA, OneStream or similar preferred)

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Financial Accountant

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:56:59 GMT

This growing, exciting organisation based in Guildford are hiring a qualified Financial Accountant to join their team. You will joining an international business that has further expansion plans and has a brilliant market reputation. This role will be fully office based, in a newly refurbished space and comes with outstanding working benefits. In addition, this role will suit a newly qualified Accountant or someone with up to 5 years post qualification experience that is looking for a new, dynamic opportunity.

Job Title: Financial Accountant

Job Type: Permanent, full time

Location: Guildford, Surrey

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum

Reference no: 15986

Financial Accountant – Benefits

28 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
Annual salary reviews
Private pension scheme
Long-term disability cover
Life assurance
Annual bonus scheme
Private healthcare

Financial Accountant – About The Role

In this role you will be reporting into the Financial Controller and will play a vital role in the financial reporting process. You will be working in a medium sized team and will oversee a small transaction finance team. Your key responsibilities will be:

Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts and supporting the month-end close process.
Preparing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records.
Supporting the year-end audit process, including preparation of audit schedules, and liaising with external auditors.
Assisting with the preparation of statutory accounts and tax filings.
Supporting the consolidation of group accounts and working with multiple currencies.
Contributing to treasury management activities.
Mentoring and supporting a small team of Accounts Assistants, providing guidance, and reviewing their work.
Participating in process improvement initiatives and supporting wider finance projects as required.

The successful Financial Accountant will have:

A full accountancy qualification ACA,ACCA or CIMA
3-5 years of experience in a similar financial accounting role
Strong technical accounting knowledge
Strong communication skills and highly adaptable

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Contracts & Licensing Coordinator

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:56:56 GMT

This growing, exciting organisation based in Guildford are seeking a Contracts & Licencing Coordinator to join their team. You will be joining an international business that has further expansion plans and has a brilliant market reputation. This role will be fully office based, in a newly refurbished space and comes with outstanding working benefits. In addition, this is a brilliant opportunity for a driven & organised individual that is now seeking a new challenge.

Job Title: Contracts & Licensing Coordinator

Job Type: Permanent, full time

Location: Guildford, Surrey

Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 per annum

Reference no: 15998

Contracts & Licensing Coordinator – Benefits

28 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
Annual salary reviews
Private pension scheme
Long-term disability cover
Life assurance
Annual bonus scheme
Private healthcare

Contracts & Licensing Coordinator – About The Role

In this role, you will be working within a team 10 and will be reporting into the Contracts & Licensing Lead. You will be working with a variety of clients as well building solid relationships internally. Your key responsibilities will be:

Taking ownership of core contracts and licencing processes, acting as a trusted point of contact for clients.
Preparing accurate and timely price quotations for existing and new clients.
Issue licence agreements and contract addenda and participating in contract negotiations.
Distribution of software products.
Issuing sales invoices in line with financial controls.
Supporting a variety of clients, efficiently responding to client requests for company information.
Engaging directly with clients through meetings and email to support their procurement processes.
Being proactive within the team and supporting where needed.

The successful Contracts & Licensing Coordinator will have:

Previous experience in a similar position
A professional services background would be beneficial
A university degree is desirable
Strong attention to detail
Ability communicate at all levels and work towards tight deadlines

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Finance Officer

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:44:19 GMT

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join a well-established legal firm. This is a varied role supporting the Finance Manager and wider business with day-to-day financial operations and would suit someone early in their finance career who is looking to build on existing experience within a supportive and professional environment. It’s an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to gain exposure to a broad range of accounting duties, develop their skillset, and progress within a well-established organisation.

Job Title: Finance Assistant

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Basingstoke

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 p.a

Reference no: 16020

Finance Assistant - Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing by 1 day per year of service) plus your birthday off
Bonus scheme
Study support and study leave

4% employer pension contribution
Enhanced company sick pay
Enhanced adoption, maternity and paternity pay
Employer Assistance Programme

Finance Assistant - About the role

This is a varied role supporting the Finance Manager and wider business with day-to-day financial operations. Key responsibilities include:

Daily bank reconciliations and banking
Managing weekly cashflow and income reporting
Assisting with month-end and year-end processes
Processing invoices, payments, and receipts (CHAPS/BACS)
Supporting credit control activities when required
Handling client payments and finance queries
Assisting with file opening and closure processes, including compliance checks
Preparing financial reports for senior management
General accounts administration, including scanning and query resolution

The successful Finance Assistant will have:

Previous experience in a finance or accounts support role
Strong organisational and time management skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent communication skills
Proactive approach with the ability to prioritise workload
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Word, Outlook)
Experience within a legal accounts environment or knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules (desirable, not essential)

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Finance Officer

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:37:53 GMT

A well-established and highly regarded law firm is seeking a motivated Finance Officer to join their finance team. This role would suit someone who is currently studying for an accounting qualification who has a transactional experience and is keen to develop their experience within a professional services environment, with a structured development plan and study support available.

Job Title: Finance Officer

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Basingstoke

Salary: £35,000 p.a

Reference no: 16020

Finance Officer - Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing by 1 day per year of service) plus your birthday off
Bonus scheme
Study support and study leave
4% employer pension contribution
Enhanced company sick pay
Enhanced adoption, maternity and paternity pay
Employer Assistance Programme

Finance Officer - About the role

Working closely with senior members of the finance team, you will be responsible for supporting the financial operations of the firm. The role includes, managing daily finance transactions, supporting month and year end processes, compliance with regulatory requirements and effective financial controls, as well as supporting with short- and long-term financial planning. Key responsibilities will include:

Support the management of all accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
Performing daily bank reconciliations and banking activities
Processing client payments and receipts via online banking and other payment methods
Assisting with cashflow monitoring and reporting
Supporting month-end and year-end finance processes
Assisting with credit control activities where required
Supporting financial compliance within a regulated environment
Preparing financial reports for senior management
Support the Strategic Finance Manager with firm wide budgets and financial planning
Handling internal finance queries and supporting the wider finance team with administrative duties

The successful Finance Officer will have:

Experience of working in a finance role with demonstratable experience of managing daily accounting independently
Studying towards a professional accounting qualification
Experience of working in a regulated environment (Solicitors Accounts Rules or Legal sector) ideal
Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
Good organisational and time management skills
Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and develop within a professional finance team

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Credit Control Team Leader

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:21:26 GMT

Our client is a forward-thinking global leader within their sector, partnering with some of the world’s most recognised organisations. They are looking to appoint a Senior Credit Controller who will lead a team of Credit Controllers and Sales Invoicing Administrators, driving consistency, efficiency, and best practice across the function.

If you are a self-motivated individual, capable of working to strict deadlines with minimal supervision and have a flexible, adaptable attitude and are willing to travel I would love to hear from you.

Job Title: Credit Control Team Leader

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Yateley

Salary: £35,000 p.a. plus car allowance

Reference no: 16053

Credit Control Team Leader – Benefits

Car allowance
25 days holiday
Life assurance
Medical health cash plan
Flexible working
Gym membership discounts
Cycle-to-work scheme
Employee wellbeing and financial wellbeing hubs

Credit Control Team Leader – About The Role

You will manage a dedicated portfolio of overdue accounts in line with group processes, taking a proactive approach to maintaining clean and stable ledgers while continuously seeking improvements. Main responsibilities include:

Regularly contact customers via phone and email to chase overdue payments
Manage disputed accounts and negotiate payment resolutions in line with agreed terms
Liaise with multiple sites, legal entities, and systems to resolve internal queries promptly
Monitor and improve KPIs in line with group objectives
Identify and implement process improvements to reduce overdue debt trends
Support the UK & Ireland Financial Controller with ad hoc duties, including intercompany, expenses, and reconciliations

The Successful Credit Control Team Leader will have:

Experience in a senior credit control position
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
A tenacious and proactive approach to collections and problem-solving
Flexibility and a positive attitude towards change
Good IT skills, particularly in Excel
A willingness to learn, develop, and take initiative

You will be a self-motivated individual, capable of working to strict deadlines with minimal supervision. The role requires sound judgement to resolve issues independently while knowing when to escalate. A focus on both short-term results and long-term objectives is essential, alongside maintaining strong client relationships and goodwill.

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Head of Finance

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:57:00 GMT

Financial Controller / Head of Finance

A well-established, privately owned multi-entity Group is seeking a technically strong and commercially astute Head of Finance to take ownership of the finance function.

Reporting directly to senior leadership, this is a broad and hands-on role combining financial control, statutory oversight, and commercial support. You will lead a small team while driving improvements in reporting, controls, and financial visibility across the Group.

This role is ideally suited to a qualified finance professional who thrives in an SME environment and is comfortable operating both strategically and at a detailed level. This is a high-impact role offering real ownership and visibility within a growing, entrepreneurial Group. You will play a key role in shaping financial strategy while maintaining strong operational control, ideal for someone looking to step into a true Head of Finance position within an SME setting.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Control & Reporting

Full ownership of the Group finance function, ensuring robust financial controls and governance
Production of timely and accurate monthly management accounts, including consolidated Group reporting (P&L, EBITDA, balance sheet)
Oversight and review of statutory accounts across multiple entities
Maintenance of the fixed asset register and integrity of the general ledger

Audit & Compliance

Lead the year-end audit process, including preparation of audit files and primary liaison with external auditors
Ensure full compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements, including VAT, corporation tax, and CIS
Manage relationships with HMRC, banking partners, and external advisors

Cashflow & Commercial Insight

Ownership of Group cashflow forecasting and working capital management
Development of robust financial models to support strategic planning and investment decisions
Delivery of meaningful KPI reporting and financial analysis to support operational performance

Leadership & Development

Management and development of a finance team of four, covering transactional finance, payroll, and management accounting
Drive process improvements and efficiencies across the finance function

Strategic Support

Support budgeting and forecasting processes
Contribute to treasury management and debt financing activities
Act as a key financial partner to the wider business

Candidate Profile

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent), or QBE with demonstrable senior-level experience
Proven experience operating within a multi-entity environment
Strong technical grounding in statutory accounts, audit, and tax compliance
Advanced financial modelling and analytical capability
Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, modelling)
Track record of managing and developing finance teams
Commercially aware with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insight
Hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of operating autonomously in a fast-paced environment

Group Accountant

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:56:55 GMT

A rare opportunity has arisen to join a high-growth, technology-led business operating in a fast-paced, performance-driven industry. With an impressive international footprint already established and ambitious plans to expand into new global markets, this is an exciting time to become part of a thriving and forward-thinking organisation.

This role will suit a commercially minded Senior Financial Accountant who enjoys working in dynamic environments and wants to play a key role in shaping the future of a progressive, scaling business.

Location: Guildford, Surrey [Office-based]

Salary: £65,000 – £75,000

Type: Permanent

Job Ref: 15984

Senior Financial Accountant - Benefits

• 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Annual salary reviews
• Private pension scheme
• Long-term disability cover
• Life assurance
• Annual bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• PLEASE NOTE: This role does not offer hybrid working

Senior Financial Accountant - The Role

The business is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Financial Accountant to join its growing finance team, reporting directly to the Financial Controller. You will bring a minimum of 5 years’ post-qualified experience and enjoy a broad, hands-on role covering both financial and management accounting across multiple jurisdictions. Key responsibilities include:
• Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts, supporting the month-end close process and delivering accurate, timely reporting
• Preparing balance sheet reconciliations
• Supporting the year-end audit process, including audit schedule preparation and liaising with external auditors
• Assisting with statutory accounts preparation and tax filings
• Supporting group consolidation activities within a multi-currency environment
• Mentoring and supporting a small finance team of Accounts Assistants
• Taking a proactive approach to process improvement initiatives and supporting wider finance projects

The successful Senior Financial Accountant will be:

• Fully qualified accountant (ICAEW / ACCA / CA) with a minimum of 5 years’ post-qualification experience
• Strong technical accounting expertise
• Proven experience working within an international reporting environment
• Highly adaptable, proactive and curious, with the ability to thrive in a fast-evolving organisation

Howett Thorpe is acting as a recruitment agency for this role. We are committed to equality of opportunity and compliance with all relevant UK legislation. Due to high application volumes, if you have not heard from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful.

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Tax Manager

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:57:22 GMT

This is a rare opportunity to step into a Tax Manager role where you will help shape the future of a growing tax function. Working closely with senior leadership, you will play a key role in developing the firm’s personal tax offering, building client relationships, and influencing how the department evolves. This is not a siloed role. You will be trusted to take ownership, contribute ideas, and help drive the business forward. Ideal for someone looking to move beyond delivery and into a position with real responsibility and long-term leadership potential.

Job Title: Tax Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Weybridge

Salary: £50,000 – 60,000

Reference no: 16049

Benefits:

Direct exposure to senior leadership
Clear pathway towards a leadership position
Ongoing professional development support
Opportunity to shape and grow a department
25 days holiday

Tax Manager - About the role
You will manage a portfolio of private clients, overseeing their tax affairs while identifying opportunities to add value through advisory work. Alongside compliance, you will work directly with senior leadership on developing the tax offering, improving processes, and supporting the firm’s growth. The role offers a broad scope, with involvement in both client work and internal development, making it well suited to someone looking to step into a more influential position.

Key responsibilities:

Manage a portfolio of personal tax clients and ensure all deadlines are met
Oversee the preparation and review of personal tax returns
Act as a main point of contact for clients, building strong relationships
Identify and support tax planning opportunities
Liaise with HMRC on behalf of clients
Support the development and growth of the tax function
Work closely with senior leadership on departmental initiatives
Assist with mentoring and supporting junior team members
Contribute to improving processes and client delivery

The successful tax Manager will have:

ATT or CTA qualified, or equivalent
Strong experience in personal tax within practice
Exposure to advisory work, or a desire to develop in this area
Experience managing client relationships
Organised approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Confident communication skills
Commercial awareness and interest in business growth
Ability to work closely with senior stakeholders
Experience in corporate tax is beneficial but not essential
Full right to work in the UK

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Tax Semi-Senior

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:54:54 GMT

This is an excellent opportunity to step into a Tax Semi Senior role within a growing and well-established firm, offering strong exposure to personal tax and the chance to build your technical expertise. Working closely with experienced managers, you will develop your skills across both compliance and advisory work, gaining hands-on experience and increasing responsibility as you progress. This role is well suited to someone looking to continue their studies while developing a long-term career in tax within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Job Title: Tax Semi-Senior

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Weybridge

Salary: £28,000 – 35,000

Reference no: 16050

Benefits:

25 days holiday
Flexible working arrangements
Study support for ATT/CTA
Direct exposure to senior leadership
Clear progression opportunities
Ongoing professional development

Tax Semi Senior - About the role

You will support the management of a portfolio of private clients, assisting with their tax affairs while ensuring compliance obligations are met. Working alongside more senior team members, you will gain exposure to a range of personal tax matters and begin to develop your advisory skills. The role offers a clear pathway for progression, with increasing responsibility as your experience grows.

Key responsibilities:

Assist in managing a portfolio of personal tax clients
Prepare personal tax returns and supporting computations
Support senior team members with tax planning work
Liaise with HMRC regarding client queries and correspondence
Build relationships with clients and respond to day-to-day queries
Ensure all deadlines are met and work is delivered accurately
Support the wider tax team on ad hoc projects
Develop technical knowledge through ongoing study and practical experience

The successful Tax Semi-Senior will have:

ATT qualified or currently studying
Experience within a personal tax role in practice
Strong understanding of personal tax compliance
Good organisational skills and ability to manage deadlines
Confident communication skills
Willingness to learn and develop within tax
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Commercial awareness and proactive approach
Experience in corporate tax is beneficial but not essential
Full right to work in the UK

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Personal Tax Senior

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:53:24 GMT

If you are looking for more than just processing returns and ticking compliance boxes, this Private Client Tax Senior role offers something genuinely different. You’ll step into a position where you are trusted to manage your own portfolio, build direct relationships with clients, and become a go-to advisor on personal tax matters. The environment is fast-moving and people-focused, with a clear emphasis on giving you the space to grow, take ownership, and progress at pace. With exposure to a wide range of clients and the opportunity to get involved in advisory work early, this is a role designed for someone who wants to move beyond routine compliance and build a long-term career with real variety and impact.

Job Title: Personal Tax Senior

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Basingstoke

Salary: £35,000 – 50,000

Reference no: 16041

Personal Tax Senior – Benefits

25 days holiday
Option to buy or sell additional holiday
Hybrid working model
Flexible working hours around core hours
Additional annual wellbeing day
Healthcare support including GP access
Health cash plan
Retail discounts platform
Electric vehicle scheme
Pension and life assurance
Enhanced family leave policies
Cycle to work scheme
Internal development programme
Regular social events and recognition awards

Personal Tax Senior – About The Role

You will take ownership of a portfolio of private clients, managing their tax affairs end to end while ensuring all compliance deadlines are met. Alongside this, you will support on more complex tax matters, working closely with senior members of the team to deliver practical advice. The role offers a mix of compliance and exposure to advisory work, with regular client interaction and the opportunity to build strong working relationships. You will also play a part in supporting junior team members and contributing to the wider team’s delivery. Key responsibilities:

Manage a portfolio of private clients and oversee all related deadlines
Prepare and review personal tax returns
Act as a main point of contact for client queries
Support on tax planning and advisory work
Liaise with HMRC and handle client correspondence
Attend client meetings and maintain relationships
Assist with billing for your portfolio
Support and guide junior team members
Contribute to the wider tax team where required

The successful Personal Tax Senior will have:

ATT qualified
CTA part qualified or working towards
Experience within a private client tax role in practice
Strong understanding of personal tax compliance
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
Confident communication skills
Good IT skills and ability to learn new systems
Ability to work independently and within a team
Proactive and commercially aware approach
Full right to work in the UK

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Assistant Accountant

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:01:27 GMT

We are working with an innovative, globally recognised organisation at the forefront of sustainable technology, currently seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a forward-thinking business, supporting financial reporting and gaining exposure across projects and core accounting processes.

Job Title: Assistant Accountant
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Farnborough, Hampshire (Hybrid)
Salary: circa £35k
Reference no: 16047

Assistant Accountant – Benefits

Annual salary review and bonus scheme
Pension, life insurance, private healthcare, and dental cover
Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)
Supportive, collaborative team environment
Opportunity to work within an innovative, sustainability-focused organisation

Assistant Accountant – About The Role

You will work closely with finance, project, and cost centre teams, playing a key role in ensuring financial accuracy and contributing to process improvements. Key responsibilities will include:

Supporting accurate and timely financial reporting
Managing accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations
Assisting with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end processes
Preparing financial reports, budgets, and forecasts
Maintaining financial data across systems, including intercompany reconciliations
Approving payments and invoices in line with internal controls
Supporting HMRC reporting requirements, including P11Ds and PSA

The successful Assistant Accountant will have:

Part-qualified status (ACCA/CIMA) or be qualified by experience
Previous experience in a similar finance or accounting role
Strong systems experience (SAP knowledge advantageous)
Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
A proactive, organised approach with a commitment to high standards

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Corporate Tax Manager

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:27:55 GMT

Take your career to the next level as a Corporate Tax Manager with a Top 20 firm, joining a fast-growing and highly dynamic tax advisory team. This is a chance to work on high-profile corporate transactions, provide bespoke tax advice to a diverse client base, and collaborate directly with partners and legal specialists. You’ll be at the centre of complex projects, influencing outcomes from initial engagement through to implementation, while mentoring and developing junior colleagues. If you want a role that combines technical challenge, client impact, and real scope to shape both your own career and the growth of the team, this is the opportunity for you.

Job Title: Corporate Tax Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Location: London (SW1)

Salary: £67,000 – 75,000

Reference no: 16046

Corporate Tax Manager – Benefits

25 days annual leave plus additional time off between Christmas and New Year
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work life balance
Private medical insurance
Clear progression opportunities within a growing Top 20 firm
Ongoing professional development and training support
Exposure to a diverse corporate client base and high-profile advisory projects
Opportunities to participate in business development initiatives
Supportive, collaborative team environment
Access to an international network and global client exposure

Corporate Tax Manager – About The Role

As a Corporate Tax Manager, you’ll lead advisory engagements and support partners in delivering bespoke tax advice to clients. You’ll manage and review the work of junior team members, oversee complex corporate transactions, and liaise with legal teams to ensure tax outcomes are achieved. While primarily advisory, the role also includes support for compliance matters such as corporation tax return reviews and general practice client support. You will also play a key part in mentoring colleagues and contributing to business development activities. Key responsibilities:

Lead and manage corporate tax advisory engagements from initial client contact to implementation
Provide technical input on a broad range of taxes, including corporation tax, income tax, capital gains tax, VAT, and stamp duty
Oversee and review the work of junior colleagues to ensure high-quality output
Prepare written tax reports and clear, practical advice for clients
Support partners in pitching and winning new clients
Manage full scope tax due diligence projects and valuations for HMRC submission
Advise on employee share schemes, tax reliefs such as EIS/SEIS, and associated submissions
Assist with compliance work, including reviewing complex corporation tax returns
Mentor and support junior team members in both technical and professional development
Contribute to business development initiatives and generate creative technical solutions

The successful Corporate Tax Manager will have:

ACA or ACCA and CTA/ATT qualification
Extensive post-qualification experience in corporate tax advisory
Strong knowledge of corporate tax structuring and compliance
Experience managing multiple engagements and deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong mentoring and team development experience
Commercial awareness and ability to identify business development opportunities
Advanced Excel and Word skills
Organised, motivated, and driven, with the ability to prioritise and take ownership of tasks
Ability to build strong client relationships and deliver technically robust advice

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Audit Manager – Professional Services

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:57:55 GMT

An Audit Manager opportunity within a Top 20 firm’s established audit team in the City. This is a portfolio-led, assignment-based role offering exposure to a mixed client base, including professional firms, real estate, construction, technology, retail, and media. You’ll lead engagements, build client relationships, and contribute to business development initiatives, all within a collaborative, high-performing team that values initiative and impact. This role is ideal for someone confident, commercially minded, and ready to play a central role in shaping client delivery.

Job Title: Audit Manager – Professional Services

Job Type: Permanent

Location: London (SW1)

Salary: £65,000 – 75,000

Reference no: 16045

Audit Manager Professional Services – Benefits

25 days annual leave plus additional time off between Christmas and New Year
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work life balance
Private medical insurance
Clear progression opportunities within a growing Top 20 firm
Ongoing professional development and training support
Exposure to a diverse and varied client base, including professional firms
Opportunities to participate in advisory and business development initiatives
Supportive, collaborative team environment
Access to an international network and global client exposure

Audit Manager Professional Services – About The Role

You’ll join an established audit team, supporting clients across a variety of sectors, with approximately half of your portfolio made up of professional firms such as law and accountancy practices. You will lead audits from planning through to completion, act as a key client contact, contribute to advisory projects, and help identify business development opportunities. The role blends hands-on delivery with client interaction and team development, giving you the chance to make a real impact internally and externally. Key responsibilities:

Lead and deliver audit engagements from planning through to completion
Serve as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients, including professional firms
Oversee audit fieldwork and perform manager level reviews
Manage multiple assignments and deadlines efficiently
Plan audits to ensure high quality and timely delivery
Manage and mentor 2–3 junior team members
Support and guide trainees throughout their training contracts
Provide constructive feedback and encourage team development
Contribute to advisory projects, including KPI benchmarking, partner remuneration frameworks, structuring advice, and client training courses
Play an active role in business development, including pitches, tenders, and identifying opportunities within existing client relationships
Represent the firm positively in interactions with clients and prospective clients

The successful Audit Manager will have:

ACA or ACCA qualification, or equivalent
Experience operating at Audit Manager level
Strong knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards
Background in general practice within a professional services firm
Proven experience auditing professional firms, ideally including law firms and accountancy practices
Experience managing multiple audits and deadlines
Exposure to, or interest in, business development activity
Commitment to audit quality and attention to detail
Ability to manage, motivate and develop junior team members
Experience with SRA is advantageous but not essential

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Audit Manager - Financial Services

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:48:56 GMT

Step into a senior Audit Manager role within a Top 20 firm’s dynamic financial services and technology team in the City. This is a chance to work with a diverse client portfolio, from fast-growing entrepreneurial businesses to complex international organisations, gaining exposure across a variety of sectors. You’ll lead engagements, build lasting client relationships, and play a central role in a collaborative, high-performing team that values initiative and impact. With real scope to influence how work is delivered and contribute to the growth of the team, this is an opportunity for someone ambitious, commercially aware, and ready to make their mark.

Job Title: Audit Manager - Financial Services

Job Type: Permanent

Location: London (SW1)

Salary: £65,000 – 75,000

Reference no: 16044

Audit Manager - Financial Services – Benefits

25 days annual leave plus additional time off between Christmas and New Year
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work life balance
Private medical insurance
Clear progression opportunities within a growing Top 20 firm
Ongoing professional development and training support
Exposure to a broad and varied client base
Opportunities to participate in advisory and business development initiatives
Supportive, collaborative team environment
Access to an international network and global client exposure

Audit Manager - Financial Services – About The Role

You’ll join a well-established specialist team, supporting clients across financial services and technology, and take ownership of audits from planning through to completion. Acting as a key client contact, you’ll influence how engagements are delivered, contribute to advisory projects, and help shape the future of the team. The role blends hands-on delivery with client interaction and team development, giving you the chance to make a real impact both internally and externally. Key Responsibilities:

Lead and deliver audit engagements from planning through to completion
Serve as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients
Oversee audit fieldwork and perform manager level reviews
Manage multiple assignments and deadlines efficiently
Plan audits to ensure high quality and timely delivery
Manage and mentor junior team members and trainees
Provide constructive feedback and support team development
Contribute to advisory projects and client initiatives
Represent the firm positively in interactions with clients and prospective clients

The successful Audit Manager - Financial Services will have:

ACA or ACCA qualification, or equivalent
Experience operating at Audit Manager level within a Top 20 firm
Strong knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards
Proven experience managing multiple audits and deadlines
Exposure to, or interest in, business development activity
Strong attention to detail and commitment to audit quality
Ability to manage, motivate and develop junior team members
Experience with financial services or technology clients is advantageous

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Head of Finance

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:10:50 GMT

Our client is a well-established family-owned multi-sector organisation who are seeking an experienced Head of Finance to lead the financial operations of this £33 - £36m turnover Group. This is a hands-on role responsible for financial control, reporting, and maintaining the integrity of the Group’s accounting function, while managing a small finance team and supporting strategic decision-making. The position would suit a commercially aware, highly organised individual who combines strong technical expertise with a practical, operational approach and would be ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, variety, and responsibility.

Job Title: Head of Finance

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Aldershot

Salary: £75,000

Reference no: 15936

Head of Finance – About The Role

Oversee the Group’s accounting and payroll functions, ensuring strong financial control.
Prepare monthly management accounts for all entities, including consolidated Group P&L and EBITDA reporting.
Produce Group cashflow forecasts and financial models to support planning.
Review statutory accounts, maintain fixed asset registers, and ensure accurate ledger postings.
Prepare year-end audit schedules, and manage auditor queries.
Manage and support a finance team of four covering ledgers, payroll, and management accounts across multiple divisions.
Ensure compliance with VAT, corporation tax, CIS, and statutory requirements (HMRC, auditors, banks, and other bodies).
Provide financial analysis and KPI reporting.
Support budgeting, treasury management and debt financing requirements.

The successful Head of Finance will have:

ACCA/CIMA part-qualified, or QBE with significant senior finance experience.
Experience within multi-entity organisations, including audit preparation, statutory accounts, VAT, and payroll.
Strong financial modelling capability
Intermediate Excel skills
Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop a small finance team.
Highly organised, detail-oriented communicator who can work independently and stay calm under pressure.

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Director of Finance

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:42:53 GMT

A hugely exciting opportunity to join an international organisation assuming responsibility for the EMEA finance function overseeing a team across the Surrey, Germany & Holland. This position will also have change & transformation projects associated within the remit.

Regional Controller / Finance Director, EMEA – Benefits

• Performance related bonus scheme

• Significant influence at senior leadership and regional decision-making level

• Opportunity to shape and lead finance transformation across EMEA

• Exposure to a fast-scaling, international business environment

• Hybrid working

Regional Controller / Finance Director, EMEA – About The Role

This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious and commercially driven finance leader to step into a pivotal Regional Controller / Finance Director role with genuine influence across a complex, international landscape.

You will operate at the heart of the EMEA leadership team, owning financial performance while driving transformation, control, and strategic insight across the region. This is not a purely oversight role it requires a hands-on leader who can balance technical excellence with commercial impact.

With full ownership of reporting, forecasting, and financial governance, you will play a critical role in elevating finance as a true business partner. You’ll also lead key transformation initiatives, improving systems, controls, and processes to support scalability and performance. Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as the senior finance lead across EMEA, partnering closely with regional leadership

• Owning financial performance, delivering clear insight on risks, opportunities, and drivers

• Leading all aspects of financial reporting in line with US GAAP and statutory requirements

• Driving best-in-class forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning processes

• Enhancing revenue recognition and POC accounting in a high-judgement environment

• Building and embedding a robust, scalable financial control framework

• Leading transformation initiatives across systems, processes, and reporting capabilities

• Elevating the quality, speed, and impact of management and executive reporting

• Optimising cash flow, treasury strategy, and working capital performance

• Partnering with operations to improve profitability and project-level performance

• Leading audits with confidence and ensuring a strong, compliant control environment

• Building, mentoring, and inspiring a high-performing regional finance team

The successful Regional Controller / Finance Director, EMEA will have:

• A proven track record in senior finance leadership roles within complex, multinational environments

• Deep expertise across controllership, FP&A, and financial strategy

• Strong technical grounding in US GAAP and financial governance

• A commercially minded approach with the ability to influence at executive level

• Experience driving finance transformation and continuous improvement initiatives

• Advanced capability in Excel, Power BI, and financial modelling

• Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics D365 highly advantageous)

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

• The gravitas, resilience, and ambition to operate in a fast-paced, high-impact role

Desirable:

• CPA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification

• Experience in private equity-backed or listed environments

• Exposure to data analytics or SQL

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Bookkeeper

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:28:35 GMT

Our client is a well-established SME with an excellent reputation in their sector, recognised for its supportive environment and long-standing team. With a loyal client base and a commitment to quality and efficiency across their finance function, the business has built a culture where everyone contributes and supports one another. They are now seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to take ownership of the day-to-day finance and payroll function in a fully office-based role.

Job Title: Bookkeeper

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Farnborough

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 p.a.

Reference no: 16035

Bookkeeper – About The Role

This is a varied and hands-on position within a small but busy finance team, reporting directly to the Managing Director. Key responsibilities include:

Managing purchase ledger processes
Oversee credit control, ensuring timely collections and minimising aged debt
Processing payroll
Reconciling bank statements, investigating discrepancies.
Posting journal entries
Handling intercompany transactions and reconciliations
VAT preparation and submission
Managing CIS reporting and compliance
Daily banking and cashflow management
Assisting with month-end processes
Processing expenses

The successful Bookkeeper will have:

Proven experience in a similar all-round bookkeeping role within an SME
Strong knowledge of purchase ledger, sales ledger, and credit control
Sage 50 and Sage Payroll experience
A proactive, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail
A team player willing to get involved and support the wider team when required
QBE (Qualified by Experience) or equivalent practical experience preferred

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Personal Tax Manager

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:47:23 GMT

We are working with a growing firm in Winchester to recruit a Personal Tax Manager. This is a client-facing role with responsibility for managing your own portfolio of clients, including high-net-worth individuals, business owners, self-employed clients, and expatriates.

You will have full ownership of your portfolio, reviewing work prepared by junior colleagues and providing advisory support on complex personal tax matters. This is ideal for someone with at least five years’ experience in personal tax who is ready to step into a role with genuine responsibility and progression opportunities within a respected firm.

Job Title: Personal Tax Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Winchester

Salary: £60,000 – 75,000

Reference no: 16032

Personal Tax Manager – Benefits

25 days annual leave
Excellent career progression opportunities
Employer pension scheme
Death in service cover
Support for any relevant training
Collaborative, close-knit team environment

Personal Tax Manager – About The Role

As Personal Tax Manager, you will oversee your own portfolio of clients and act as the main point of contact for day-to-day queries. You’ll review tax returns prepared by junior staff, provide advisory support on complex tax matters, and work closely with senior management when needed.

The role also includes leading client calls, coaching junior colleagues, and managing billing arrangements, giving you the chance to make a real impact on the smooth running of the business while building long-term client relationships. Key responsibilities:

Managing your own portfolio of personal tax clients
Reviewing tax returns prepared by junior colleagues
Acting as primary client contact for queries and advisory support
Providing consulting advice on personal tax matters
Supporting senior management on complex tax issues
Leading client calls and maintaining strong client relationships
Coaching and developing junior staff
Managing billing arrangements for your portfolio

The successful Personal Tax Manager will have:

At least five years’ experience in personal tax within a UK practice
ATT or CTA qualifications
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

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Audit Supervisor

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:30:06 GMT

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, Top-15 firm at their Godalming office. Due to continued growth, our client is looking to strengthen their Audit team with a motivated individual ready to contribute to their success. This is an ideal chance to work in a progressive environment that offers both professional development and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the firm

Focused on employee welfare and offering enhanced flexibility tailored to your lifestyle, this is a modern firm embracing modern values.

Job Title: Audit Supervisor

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Godalming

Salary: £45,000 – 57,000

Reference no: 16031

Audit Supervisor – Benefits

25 days core holiday
Enhanced maternity/paternity
Enhanced pension
Competitive salary which is regularly reviewed
Incentive programme for new clients and staff introductions
Life assurance and health cash plan
Employee assistance programme
Hybrid and flexible working

Audit Supervisor – About The Role

As an Audit Senior, you will gain lots of responsibility and have the opportunity to lead your own Audit Engagements, working closely with Managers and Partners as required. From Planning to Completion, you will gain a wealth of experience and exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients. As you grow, you will be able to work on the more complex clients and soon be an Audit Manager with your own Portfolio. Responsibilities will include:

Lead a variety of audit engagements across a truly diverse client base, liaising with managers and partners when required
Be a key contact with clients and form long standing relationships
Prepare audit files, get involved with audit planning and lead/assist with the fieldwork
Identifying key audit risks and ensuring appropriate procedures are carried out
Support the development and training of junior auditors, reviewing their work where necessary
Assisting with the preparation of accounts ready for audit

The successful Audit Supervisor will have:

ACA or ACCA qualified or soon to be qualified
At least 3 years’ UK practice experience in both audit and accounts
Experience with Xero, Sage, and Caseware would be an advantage
Enjoy working with and helping to develop junior staff
Ambition and Drive to meet your full potential

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Accounts Assistant

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:29:08 GMT

This growing SME organisation based in Cobham are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their team. You will be working within a desirable industry that offers brilliant working benefits and a vibrant culture. Furthermore, this role will be fully office based and will suit a dynamic individual that is looking for a varied role.

Job Title: Accounts Assistant

Job Type: Permanent, full time

Location: Cobham, Surrey

Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum

Reference no: 16030

Accounts Assistant – Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Study support
Car parking onsite
Pension scheme

Accounts Assistant – About The Role

In this role you will be working within a finance team of 3 and will be reporting into the Finance Manager. You will be supporting with the daily running of the finance function and also supporting within other areas of the business. Your key responsibilities will be:

Raise, track and manage purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery and raise accurate invoicing.
Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring that all invoices are processed accurately and promptly.
Reconcile vendor accounts and ensure that all discrepancies are resolved.
Prepare and maintain financial records, such as purchase orders, receipts and payment records.
Assist with bank and credit card reconciliations.
Assist with the procurement of goods and services, ensuring all orders are placed accurately.
Liaise with vendors and suppliers to obtain quotes and negotiate prices.
Provide general admin support and maintain filing systems.

The successful Accounts Assistant will have:

Previous experience in a similar position
Experience with Sage or Xero would be desirable
Good IT skills
Ability to communicate at all levels
Strong attention to detail

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Accounts Semi-Senior

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:32:23 GMT

Join a Top-15 accountancy firm in Godalming as an Accounts Semi Senior and take your career to the next level. You’ll work with a wide variety of clients, from growing businesses to high-profile corporates, gaining hands-on experience across accounts and client management.

This is a brilliant opportunity to step into a larger firm environment, develop your technical skills, and continue your AAT, ACA or ACCA studies. With exposure to varied assignments and direct client contact, you’ll gain the kind of experience that sets you apart in practice.

Job Title: Accounts Semi-Senior

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Godalming

Salary: £27,000 - £36,000

Reference no: 16028

Accounts Semi-Senior – Benefits

• Full study support for AAT, ACA or ACCA
• Generous annual leave plus three additional days at Christmas
• Option to buy or sell additional holiday
• Hybrid working
• Life cover
• Critical illness cover
• Income protection
• Pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
• Enhanced family related leave and pay
• Employee referral scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Perkbox employee benefits platform
• Interest free loans for items such as gym memberships, technology and home office equipment

Accounts Semi-Senior – About The Role

You’ll be part of a supportive accounts team, preparing statutory accounts and working directly with clients to help them meet their financial and reporting obligations. The role offers variety and the chance to step up to more complex assignments as you grow in the team.

Working closely with seniors and managers, you’ll gain exposure to client management, accounts preparation, and day-to-day advisory. This is ideal for someone motivated to progress quickly and build strong technical knowledge in a larger firm setting. Key responsibilities:

• Preparing statutory accounts for a portfolio of clients
• Assisting senior team members on more complex assignments
• Liaising directly with clients to obtain information and resolve queries
• Maintaining accurate working papers and documentation
• Supporting the team to ensure deadlines are met and work is delivered to a high standard
• Developing your technical skills and applying them under supervision
• Contributing ideas to improve processes and team efficiency

The successful Accounts Semi-Senior will have:

• At least 1–2 years’ experience in a UK accountancy practice
• Some experience preparing accounts and dealing with client queries
• Studying towards AAT, ACA or ACCA qualification
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Professional approach with clients and colleagues
• A proactive attitude, eagerness to learn, and ambition to progress

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Accounts & Tax Manager / Senior Manager

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:16:03 GMT

We are working with a well-regarded accountancy practice in Godalming that is looking to appoint an Accounts and Personal Tax Manager into a key position within the firm. This is a broad role combining both accounts and personal tax, with responsibility for managing a client portfolio while supporting and developing a team of senior accountants.

The office operates with a high level of autonomy while still benefiting from the backing of a wider group. For the right person, this role offers genuine influence over how the office operates and a clear path towards Director or Partner level over time.

Job Title: Accounts & Tax Manager / Senior Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Godalming

Salary: £55,000 – 75,000

Reference no:16027

Accounts & Tax Manager / Senior Manager – Benefits

• Hybrid working
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Clear route to Director or Partner level
• Opportunity to influence processes and office operations
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

Accounts & Tax Manager / Senior Manager – About The Role

This position combines both client facing work and team leadership. You will manage a portfolio of clients across a mix of accounts and personal tax matters, acting as a trusted adviser while ensuring work is delivered to a high standard.

Alongside your client responsibilities, you will oversee the work of senior accountants within the team, reviewing assignments and providing guidance where needed. The role also offers the opportunity to help shape how the office operates, identifying areas for improvement and implementing more efficient processes where appropriate.

For someone who enjoys both technical work and leadership, this role offers the chance to play an important role in the continued development of the office while building strong relationships with clients. Key responsibilities:

• Managing a portfolio of clients covering both statutory accounts and personal tax matters
• Reviewing the work of senior accountants and providing technical guidance
• Advising clients on accounting and personal tax matters
• Building strong client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
• Identifying opportunities to improve internal processes and team efficiency
• Supporting the wider leadership team with office operations and development

The successful Accounts & Tax Manager / Senior Manager will have:

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• At least 5 years’ experience within a UK accountancy practice
• Strong experience with both statutory accounts and personal tax
• Experience reviewing work and supporting more junior team members
• A proactive and organised approach to managing client work
• The ambition to grow into a more senior leadership role over time

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Accounts & HR Assistant

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:06:50 GMT

This well-established, local organisation based in Farnham are seeking an Accounts & HR Assistant to join their team. You will be joining a reputable business that offers brilliant career stability and a fantastic working culture. Furthermore, this role does offer flexible working hours as well as hybrid working opportunities. A brilliant opportunity for someone with Accounts and HR experience that is now looking for a new challenge.

Job Title: Accounts & HR Assistant

Job Type: Permanent, full time

Location: Farnham, Surrey

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per annum

Reference no: 16026

Accounts & HR Assistant – Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Hybrid working opportunities
Employee assistance programme
Pension scheme
Car parking onsite

Accounts & HR Assistant – About The Role

In this role you will be reporting into the Head of Finance and will be working within a team of 7. You will be supporting with the transactional accounting function whilst also assisting the HR function. Your key responsibilities will be:

Processing purchase invoices, credit notes and staff expenses.
Ensure all invoices and expense claims are authorised in line with policy.
Prepare and assist with regular supplier payment runs and checking bank details.
Maintain accurate supplier records, including setting up new suppliers and updating details in line with internal procedures.
Perform supplier statement reconciliations, identifying and resolving missing invoices.
Completing bank reconciliations, posting and matching transactions.
Maintain accurate, confidential HR records in line with GDPR requirements.
Support with HR queries from managers and staff.
Prepare HR documentation and support meetings as required.

The successful Accounts & HR Assistant will have:

Previous experience in both accounts & HR
Strong Excel/IT skills
Experience with Sage would be beneficial
Ability to communicate at all levels

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Audit Senior

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:59:11 GMT

Our client is looking to add an Audit Senior to their Corporate Audit and Assurance team. Based in a modern office environment, this role offers the chance to work with a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from ambitious growing businesses to larger established corporate groups.

You will take a lead role on audit engagements, managing assignments from planning through to completion while working closely with both clients and the wider audit team. This position offers strong client exposure and the opportunity to continue progressing within a nationally recognised firm.

Job Title: Audit Senior

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Southampton

Salary: £40,000 – 55,000

Reference no: 16023

Audit Senior – Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Private medical cover
• Pension with employer contributions
• Life assurance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Professional subscription paid
• Employee referral bonus scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Clear career progression within a national firm

Audit Senior – About The Role

Reporting into an Audit Manager, you will play a key role in delivering audit assignments for a range of corporate clients. You will take responsibility for planning and completing audits, coordinating with junior team members, and ensuring work is completed to a high standard and within deadlines.

The role involves regular interaction with clients, both remotely and on site, providing a great opportunity to build relationships while gaining exposure to a variety of sectors. You will also work closely with colleagues across the wider audit team, contributing to the delivery of high-quality audit and assurance services. This is a position suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work, leading engagements, and continuing to build their experience within a supportive and collaborative firm. Key responsibilities:

• Managing audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Supervising and supporting junior members of the audit team
• Reviewing audit work and ensuring compliance with auditing standards
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts
• Identifying key audit risks and ensuring appropriate procedures are carried out
• Liaising with clients and responding to queries throughout the audit process

The successful Audit Senior will have:

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or close to qualification
• Recent external audit experience within a UK accountancy practice
• Experience working on corporate audit assignments
• Strong understanding of auditing standards
• Confidence supervising junior staff and working directly with clients
• Strong organisational and communication skills

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Audit Supervisor

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:23:07 GMT

Join a leading national accountancy firm as an Audit Senior within their Corporate Audit and Assurance team in Woking. This is a client facing role working with ambitious mid-sized businesses and larger corporate groups across a range of sectors. You will play a key role in delivering audits from planning through to completion, supervising junior team members and working closely with clients throughout the process. This is a great opportunity to step into a position with real responsibility within a firm that offers strong progression and exposure to a varied client base.

Job Title: Audit Supervisor

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Woking

Salary: £40,000 - £55,000

Reference no: 16022

Audit Supervisor – Benefits

Audit Supervisor – About The Role

Reporting directly to an Audit Manager, you will take responsibility for managing audit assignments from planning through to completion. You will supervise junior staff, review their work, and ensure assignments are delivered to a high standard and within deadlines.

The role involves regular client interaction, both remotely and on site, working with a wide range of businesses from growing companies to larger established groups. You will also collaborate closely with colleagues across the wider audit team to deliver high quality audit and assurance work.

This position offers strong exposure to technical audit work and is well suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of their assignments while continuing to develop their experience within a larger firm environment. Key responsibilities:

• Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Supervising and reviewing the work of junior staff
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts
• Identifying audit risks and ensuring appropriate procedures are completed
• Liaising directly with clients throughout the audit process
• Working closely with Managers and the wider audit team to deliver assignments efficiently

The successful Audit Supervisor will have:

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or close to qualification
• Recent external audit experience within a UK accountancy practice
• Experience working on corporate audit engagements
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards
• Confidence working with clients and supervising junior staff
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach

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Personal Tax Adviser

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:37:25 GMT

Joining a dedicated personal tax team, you will work closely with clients across a wide range of personal tax matters, taking responsibility for a more varied and technical workload. The role will include plenty of personal tax compliance work, but there will also be a strong focus on advisory matters and supporting clients with more complex issues.

This is a largely client facing position, so you will be expected to build strong relationships, handle queries confidently, and provide a high standard of service. Reporting into senior leadership within the team, you will take on more responsibility than a junior member of staff and play an important role in the delivery of work across the portfolio

Job Title: Personal Tax Adviser

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Camberley

Salary: £40,000 – £65,000

Reference no: 16018

Personal Tax Adviser – Benefits

25 days holiday
Hybrid working
Largely client facing role with technical responsibility
Exposure to complex personal tax matters
Clear progression within an established tax team

Personal Tax Adviser – About The Role

Managing a portfolio of personal tax clients
Preparing and reviewing self assessment tax returns
Supporting clients with a range of personal tax queries
Advising on more technical personal tax matters
Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Liaising with colleagues across the wider tax team
Reviewing work and supporting more junior team members where appropriate
Assisting with trusts work as part of the wider role

The successful Personal Tax Adviser will have:

ATT qualified
Previous experience within a UK accountancy practice in personal tax
Experience managing personal tax compliance work
Exposure to more technical personal tax matters
Strong communication skills and a confident client facing approach
The ability to manage workload effectively and work with a good level of autonomy
A genuine interest in progressing within personal tax

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Personal Tax Associate

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:51:50 GMT

We are working with a respected mid-sized firm to recruit a Personal Tax Associate into their growing tax team. This is a client facing role offering exposure to self-assessment work and more complex personal tax matters, making it a strong move for someone looking to continue building their career in tax.

Job Title: Personal Tax Associate

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Camberley

Salary: £27,500 – 35,000

Reference no: 16017

Personal Tax Associate – Benefits

25 days holiday
Hybrid working
Study support for ATT and beyond if desired
Exposure to a broad range of personal tax work
Strong long term career prospects

Personal Tax Associate – About The Role

Joining a dedicated personal tax team, you will support clients across a wide range of personal tax matters, with a particular focus on self-assessment work. Alongside the compliance side, you will also gain exposure to more complex personal tax issues over time.

This is a largely client facing role, so strong communication skills and a professional approach are important. Reporting into the Manager, you will work as part of an established team while continuing to build your technical knowledge and develop your career in personal tax. Key responsibilities:

Preparing self-assessment tax returns for a range of clients
Supporting with a variety of personal tax matters
Advising clients and dealing with day-to-day tax queries
Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Assisting with more complex personal tax work as your experience develops
Supporting with trusts and estates work where required
Working closely with the wider tax team and reporting into the Manager

The successful Personal Tax Associate will have:

At least 1 year of experience within a UK accountancy practice in personal tax
Experience preparing self-assessment tax returns
Strong communication skills and a professional approach with clients
A genuine interest in developing a career within personal tax
ATT studies already underway, or working towards a similar qualification
A proactive attitude and willingness to continue learning

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Client Portfolio Manager

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:41:07 GMT

A rare opportunity for a qualified Accountant to join a small but fast-growing firm offering a four-day working week on a full salary. Working closely with the Partners, you will become an instrumental member of the team as the firm continues to expand and pursue its ambitious plans for the future.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual who wants to be part of a growing practice where hard work is recognised, work life balance is genuinely valued, and there is real scope to make a long-term impact.

Job Title: Client Portfolio Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Farnham

Salary: £45,000 – 65,000

Reference no: 16016

Client Portfolio Manager– Benefits

4 day working week at a full salary
5 weeks annual leave plus addition time off between Christmas and New Year
Free on-site parking
Opportunity to quickly move into a Senior Leadership role within the firm

Client Portfolio Manager – About The Role

This is a varied and all-round role, offering a high level of autonomy and responsibility from the outset. Working directly with the Partners, you will manage your own workload and take ownership of a portfolio of clients, with a strong focus on delivering a high standard of service and building lasting client relationships.

The role is broad in scope and will involve a diverse range of responsibilities across client work. This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys working independently and taking initiative, while still having the support of experienced Partners around them. Training can be provided in areas where exposure is limited, but the firm is keen to find someone who is motivated, commercially aware, and ready to make an impact.

This firm is growing quickly and has ambitious plans for the future. As such, this is not a role for someone seeking close supervision. It would suit an individual who is confident in their technical ability, comfortable working proactively, and able to find solutions independently when needed. Key responsibilities:

Managing your own portfolio of clients
Working directly with the Partners on a range of client matters
Preparing and reviewing accounts and other technical work
Reviewing bookkeeping completed for clients
Advising clients on accounting and related matters
Building and maintaining strong long term client relationships
Acting as a main point of contact for clients across your portfolio
Supporting the continued growth of the firm through high quality client service

The successful Client Portfolio Manager will have:

ACA or ACCA qualified
Previous experience within a UK practice is essential
Strong technical accounting experience
Confidence in managing your own workload and priorities
The ability to build strong and lasting client relationships
Strong initiative and the confidence to work independently, but also be a core member of the wider team
Ambition to grow withing a busy and expanding firm

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Newly Qualified Accountant

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:33:26 GMT

A Newly Qualified Accountant opportunity with a well-established independent firm in Addlestone. This role would suit someone looking to build on their qualification in a practice where they can take on more responsibility, work closely with clients, and develop towards a more senior long-term position within the firm.

Job Title: Newly Qualified Accountant

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Addlestone

Salary: £40,000 – 55,000

Reference no: 16009

Newly Qualified Accountant – Benefits

20 days core annual leave in addition to free time off between Christmas and New Year
Clear opportunity to progress and take on more responsibility
Close working relationship with the Partner
Long term route into a senior leadership position within the firm

Newly Qualified Accountant – About The Role

Work with a diverse range of clients across various sectors, primarily FRS 102 but some under FRS 105
Prepare the more complex accounts and review the ones prepared by the more junior staff
Key point of contact with your clients and building strong working relationships
Corporation and Personal Tax – Training can be provided
As the role grows, you will be involved with billing, budgeting and helping the firm grow by upselling services or winning new clients
Working closely with the Partner to ensure excellent service to clients

The successful Newly Qualified Accountant will have:

ACA or ACCA qualified, finalists will also be considered
A minimum of 5 years’ experience within a UK practice is essential
Excellent communication skills and the confidence to build long lasting client relationships
Experience across areas other than accounts is advantageous- Tax, Audit, VAT, Management Accounts, but not essential
A keen desire to gain more responsibilities and to progress in your career

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Semi-Senior Accountant

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:23:45 GMT

A fantastic opportunity for a Semi Senior Accountant to join a well-established independent firm with ambitious growth plans. This is a varied position that would suit someone with around 1 to 2 years of practice experience, ideally including some audit exposure, who is looking to continue their studies in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Job Title: Semi-Senior Accountant

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Guildford

Salary: £25,000 – 35,000

Reference no: 16003

Semi-Senior Accountant – Benefits

Full study support to finish your studies
20 days annual leave rising to 25 once qualified
Hybrid working
Free parking
Excellent career progression

Semi-Senior Accountant – About The Role

This is a broad and hands on role offering exposure across multiple areas of accountancy practice. The successful candidate will work with a range of clients and gain experience across accounts, audit, outsourcing, VAT, and both corporate and personal tax. The firm is well established, but still has strong ambitions for growth, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to develop with a business that can offer genuine long term progression.

This role would particularly suit someone who enjoys variety in their work and is keen to build a strong technical foundation across several service lines. You will also gain exposure to FRS 102 clients throughout, making this a strong opportunity for someone looking to further develop their technical knowledge while working towards ACA or ACCA qualification. Key responsibilities:

Preparing accounts for a range of clients under FRS 102
Assisting on audit assignments and supporting the wider audit process
Supporting outsourcing work for clients as required
Preparing and reviewing VAT returns
Assisting with both corporate and personal tax work
Working closely with senior members of the team to deliver a high standard of client service
Building strong technical knowledge across a varied client portfolio

The successful Semi-Senior Accountant will have:

Experience within a UK based Practice is essential
Exposure to accounts preparation under FRS 102
Some audit exposure is preferred
Be actively studying AAT, ACA or ACCA
Strong communication skills and confidence to talk directly to clients
Ambition and motivation to reach your full potential

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Mixed Tax Senior Manager

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:56:32 GMT

A senior tax professional is sought to join a leading international accountancy firm within a well-established regional office. The role sits within a growing Corporate and Business Tax function and offers a strong advisory focus, working directly with partners and specialist teams to support owner managed businesses, groups, and family run enterprises. This is a visible position with genuine influence over client outcomes, team development, and future growth.

Job Title: Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Godalming

Salary: £67,000 – £91,000

Reference no: 15989

Senior Accountant – Benefits

25 days core holiday
Enhanced maternity/paternity
Enhanced pension
Competitive salary which is regularly reviewed
Incentive programme for new clients and staff introductions
Life assurance and health cash plan
Employee assistance programme
Hybrid and flexible working

Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager – About The Role

This position combines hands-on advisory work with responsibility for managing delivery and quality across a varied client portfolio. You will act as a trusted adviser to clients, lead tax projects from scoping through to completion, and work closely with colleagues across tax, general practice, legal, and financial planning. Alongside advisory work, you will oversee relevant compliance activity and support the development of junior team members. Key responsibilities:

Lead tax advisory engagements for owner managed businesses, groups, and family owned clients
Identify planning opportunities and manage projects from initial discussions through to implementation
Provide integrated tax advice across corporation tax, income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, and related areas
Support business restructurings and transactions, including group reorganisations and shareholder planning
Prepare and review technical documentation, including HMRC clearances and valuation related work
Advise on employee share arrangements and growth structures, working alongside valuation specialists where required
Support clients with reliefs and incentive schemes, including advance assurance applications
Review complex corporation tax returns and oversee compliance work delivered by junior team members
Act as a technical point of contact for wider practice teams, responding to queries arising from client work
Contribute to business development activity alongside partners
Coach, review, and develop junior members of the tax team, maintaining high technical standards

The successful Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager will have:

CTA qualification
ACA or ACCA qualification is preferred
Strong experience in corporate, OMB, or mixed tax environments
Proven advisory experience alongside a solid compliance background
Confidence reviewing complex work and supervising junior staff
Strong technical knowledge with a commercial approach to problem solving
Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing directly with clients
Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work to deadlines
A proactive mindset and willingness to take ownership of work and relationships

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Finance Manager

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:53:43 GMT

Our client is a well-established family-owned multi-sector organisation who are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day financial operations of the business. This is a hands-on role responsible for financial control, reporting, and maintaining the integrity of the Group’s accounting function, while managing a small finance team and supporting strategic decision-making. The position would suit a commercially aware, highly organised individual who combines strong technical expertise with a practical, operational approach and would be ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, variety, and responsibility.

Job Title: Finance Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Farnborough

Salary: circa £55,000 p.a. D.O.E.

Reference no: 15936

Finance Manager – About The Role

Oversee the Group’s accounting and payroll functions, ensuring strong financial control.
Prepare monthly management accounts for all entities, including consolidated Group P&L and EBITDA reporting.
Produce Group cashflow forecasts and financial models to support planning.
Review statutory accounts, maintain fixed asset registers, and ensure accurate ledger postings
Prepare year-end audit schedules, and manage auditor queries.
Manage and support a finance team of four covering ledgers, payroll, and management accounts across multiple divisions.
Ensure compliance with VAT, corporation tax, CIS, and statutory requirements (HMRC, auditors, banks, and other bodies).
Provide financial analysis and KPI reporting.
Support budgeting, treasury management and debt financing requirements.

The successful Finance Manager will have:

AAT Level 4, ACCA/CIMA part-qualified, fully qualified, or QBE with significant senior finance experience.
Experience within multi-entity organisations, including audit preparation, statutory accounts, VAT, and payroll.
Strong financial modelling capability and intermediate Excel skills
Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop a small finance team.
Highly organised, detail-oriented communicator who can work independently and stay calm under pressure.

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Senior Tax Manager - Outsourcing & Compliance

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 15:55:22 GMT

Join a fast-growing firm as a Senior Tax Manager in Outsourcing, leading the delivery of tax compliance services with a focus on digital processes. You will manage a team, develop operational workflows, and ensure clients are fully compliant, including under Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD IT). This is a senior role offering exposure to clients, leadership opportunities, and the chance to shape a new, high-volume service line.

Job Title: Senior Tax Manager – Outsourcing / Compliance

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Basingstoke

Salary: £65,000 - £75,000

Reference no: 15994

Senior Tax Manager – Outsourcing / Compliance – Benefits

Hybrid and flexible working
Rapid career progression in a growing company
Continuous development opportunities to increase technical knowledge and skills
Monthly internal recognition awards for contributions and achievements
Generous holiday allowance with options to trade, flex, or receive additional days based on service
Dedicated wellbeing day each year
Access to Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 online GP, second medical opinions, and mental health support
Confidential wellbeing platform offering 1-to-1 sessions with therapists, counsellors, and coaches
Discounts across a wide range of retailers
Health cash plan reimbursing routine health appointments
Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Client and employee referral bonuses
Death in service life assurance
Enhanced family leave policies

Senior Tax Manager – Outsourcing / Compliance – About The Role

You will be responsible for overseeing tax compliance with a strong emphasis on Making Tax Digital. The role works closely with internal teams and clients to ensure MTD obligations are met and embedded into day to day tax processes. Key responsibilities:

• Own and develop the firm’s approach to tax compliance with specific responsibility for Making Tax Digital
• Act as the internal subject matter expert on MTD requirements across relevant taxes
• Ensure clients are compliant with current and upcoming MTD legislation
• Review and improve tax compliance processes, systems and controls
• Work with technology and systems teams to implement and optimise MTD solutions
• Support and advise colleagues on technical and practical MTD matters
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting tax compliance and MTD
• Liaise with HMRC where required on compliance and reporting matters

The successful Senior Tax Manager – Outsourcing / Compliance will have:

Strong background in tax compliance
In depth knowledge of Making Tax Digital
Formal Tax qualification (ATT or CTA) is preferred but not essential
Experience working with HMRC reporting requirements
Strong understanding of tax systems and digital reporting tools
Ability to interpret legislation and apply it in practice
Experience supporting or leading process change within tax
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

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