About the Company:
we blend professionalism with a personable approach. Established in 1934, we are a top 100 independent accountancy practice known for our diverse clientele, including UK owner-managed businesses, international subsidiaries, charities, and startups. We offer a comprehensive range of compliance, support, and advisory services.
The 13 partners and 90 professionals in our team are all committed to remaining independent and our core values: Excellence & Efficiency, Ownership & Responsibility, Personal Development, Teamwork, Good Ethics & Professionalism, and Client Focus.
We know it sounds like a cliché, but this really is an exciting time to become a part of the team. We're preparing for an office move this autumn (around the corner, to a modern open-plan loft-style space), launching a new careers section on our website, and we have just expanded our People Team to support the growth and development of everyone within the practice.
Be the Financial Hero:
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Monthly Management Accounts: You’ll create the financial narratives that drive our business, turning numbers into actionable insights. Preparing detailed accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
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VAT & Compliance: Keep us on the right side of the law with your impeccable attention to detail, ensuring timely and accurate submission of VAT returns, and maintaining compliance with HMRC regulations.
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Audit Coordination: Partner with external auditors to ensure our financial story is always clear and accurate. Prepare necessary documentation for seamless audits.
Make an Impact:
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Financial Analysis: Dive deep into variance analysis and performance metrics, helping shape our business strategy. Analysing financial performance and providing insights to support business decisions.
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Cash Flow Management: Keep the gears turning smoothly by monitoring and managing our cash flow and financial health.
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Internal Controls: Your expertise will help safeguard our assets and maintain data integrity.
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Process Optimisation: We’re all about continuous improvement. Bring your ideas while identifying opportunities to streamline financial processes, enhancing accuracy and efficiency.
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Collaborate:
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Interdepartmental Collaboration: Work closely with various departments to support comprehensive financial planning and decision-making.
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Team Support: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a culture of learning and growth.
Since you are currently in a similar role, you likely possess some excellent transferable skills. To help you seamlessly transition into this position and complement our existing team, we are looking for candidates who are:
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Experienced: You’ve got experience in a similar financial role with a solid understanding of management accounts, VAT, and financial analysis.
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Interested in the development of themselves and others: You might have supervisory experience but will most definitely have a passion for supporting the development of others, helping your team grow and excel.
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Tech-Savvy: Proficient in financial software, especially MS Excel, Dynamics, and Xero.
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Detail-Oriented: You never miss a beat, ensuring everything is accurate and timely.
Even Better If:
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You’re a qualified accountant: (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with a knack for using financial tools to their fullest.
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You thrive in a professional services environment: and are always on the lookout for ways to innovate.
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You have worked within an LLP: you have worked within an LLP and/or a professional services environment in a similar finance role.
Interested in Applying? Here’s some key information you might want to know
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Salary: £45-53,000 per annum
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Hours: 35 hours per week, flexible hours
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Location: Hybrid (3 days office, 2 days home)
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Application: Send your CV across; everyone who applies will receive a response
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Interview Process: Expect a two-stage interview process (first via MS Teams, second face-to-face) with an Excel assessment, allowing you to showcase your skills
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Start Date: Aiming for Autumn 2024
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Role Description: Available and happy to distribute