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Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy – whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We’ll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients’ evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you’re after a career that will keep you on your toes, we’ll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management (‘TA&RM’) team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC’s Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you’ll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We’ll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels to help businesses effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with, acting as a key part of BDO’s relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: • To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team., • With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.), • With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues., • With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice., • Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients’ needs., • With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others., • Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. LI-#KW1

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy – whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We’ll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients’ evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you’re after a career that will keep you on your toes, we’ll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management (‘TA&RM’) team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC’s Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you’ll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We’ll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels to help businesses effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with, acting as a key part of BDO’s relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: • To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team., • With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.), • With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues., • With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice., • Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients’ needs., • With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others., • Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. LI-#KW1

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy – whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We’ll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients’ evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you’re after a career that will keep you on your toes, we’ll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management (‘TA&RM’) team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC’s Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you’ll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We’ll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels to help businesses effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with, acting as a key part of BDO’s relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: • To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team., • With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.), • With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues., • With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice., • Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients’ needs., • With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others., • Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. LI-#KW1

Hybrid Working - Mixture of Face to Face Delivery & Remote Sessions! FIND is a specialist staffing business supporting the Skills, Learning, and Apprenticeship sector across the UK.We’re proud to be working with a high-quality financial services and insurance training provider (Ofsted Grade 2). The OpportunityThis role is ideal for: • Existing apprenticeship or skills coaches within financial services & accountancy., • Candidates new to apprenticeships, but with strong industry knowledge and relevant qualifications.About the RoleAs an AAT Skills Coach/ Trainer, you’ll support a caseload of apprentices, guiding them through their learning journey and helping them achieve their professional and apprenticeship outcomes.You’ll work closely with learners and employers, delivering coaching, assessment, and structured support aligned to apprenticeship standards and quality expectations.This role will involve face to face and group delivery sessions, in a classroom and in a virtual classroom. Key Responsibilities, • Carry out initial skills assessments and skills radar calls to establish learner starting points, • Deliver inductions and complete learner sign-up documentation, • Coach apprentices through monthly progress reviews (remote and workplace-based), • Deliver group learning sessions aligned to the curriculum plan and Ofsted requirements, • Support learners with queries, development needs, and portfolio building, • Track and assess learner progress against milestones, KSBs, and qualification requirements, • Contextualise learning to the apprentice’s job role and working environment, • Support apprentices to gather appropriate evidence for End Point Assessment (EPA), • Coach learners through EPA preparation and readiness, • Maintain accurate learner records, including off-the-job tracking, • Escalate risks to learner progress in a timely and professional manner, • Work collaboratively with employers, line managers, and internal teams, • Attend team meetings, standardisation, and CPD sessionsWhat We’re Looking ForEssential, • Strong occupational experience in the AAT/ Accountancy sector (typically 5+ years), • Relevant Accountancy qualification, such as:, • AAT, ACCA, CIMA (Essential), • Experience working within apprenticeships or work-based learning, • Understanding of End Point Assessment (EPA) processes, • Assessor or teaching qualification (A1, CAVA, TAQA, PGCE, CertEd, etc.), • Experience working within a regulated or quality-driven environment (Ofsted / ESFA)

Accountancy Tutor Manchester £28,000 £32,000 per annum (depending on experience) Full-time, Permanent Job Description: We are looking for an experienced and passionate Accountancy Tutor to deliver high-quality training and support learners across a range of programmes. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on helping individuals achieve their goals and is committed to continuous improvement i... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Audit Associate – Top 10 Accountancy Firm – Manchester City Centre.A highly respected Top 10 accountancy practice with a major presence in Manchester is looking to recruit an ambitious Audit Associate to join its growing audit team.The firm is known for its high‑quality training, impressive cl

Audit and Advisory Manager job role for a Top 50 regional accountancy firm. Your new firm This market leading audit and advisory firm, with a large regional presence across the Northwest is seeking to appoint a new Audit and Advisory Manager into their brand-new Manchester office. This role has come around following an extended period of company growth and expansion within the last two years, presenting an excellent opportunity for you to grow and lead a brand-new audit and advisory team. Overall, this is a fantastic choice for a candidate seeking to join a firm that truly values its workforce, making your career their priority and ensuring you develop as an audit professional, becoming part of the firm's ongoing success. Your new role Asan Audit and Advisory manager, you will be responsible for taking an activerole in all areas of an audit from planning through to completion. Yourday-to-day duties will include being heavily involved in leading and managingaudits, completing tricky and complex areas of fieldwork as well as finalisingconcluding reports. Additionally, you will take the lead in the coaching ofjuniors, reviewing and supporting their audit work whilst providing valuableinsights to clients. Alongside carrying out this high-quality audit work, youwill receive continuous support throughout your role, reporting to seniormanagers and the supportive partner team surrounding your progress and auditwork. What you'll need to succeed The organisation is seeking a professional Audit and Advisory Manager withextensive experience working in an audit team within a practice carrying outhigh-quality audit work. Experience in all three aspects of an audit and plentyof exposure to coaching junior members will allow you to be successful in thisjob role. You will be ACA/ ACCA qualified. The organisation is looking for anindividual with excellent interpersonal and managerial skills with a strongcommitment to providing professional excellence to help you to build strongclient relationships, as well as good analytical review skills. The idealcandidate will be willing to learn and expand upon their own skills as anaudit professional. What you'll get in return ThisManchester based audit manager job is an excellent opportunity to join aTop 50 accountancy firm that will give you exposure to a fantastic portfolio ofclients whilst working in a people-positive environment with an excellentculture. You will also have the opportunity to get involved in all aspects ofyour clients journey, working directly with growing entrepreneurial clients, ensuring you become a true business advisor. The organisation will offer you acompetitive salary that is reflective of your experience and qualificationswhich includes a healthy holiday package of 23 days + bank holidays.Additionally, the package offers access to market-leading training schemes andan array of internal benefits, which focus on flexibility, prioritising yourwork-life balance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on 01612373388. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4469244

Senior Audit and Advisory Manager job role for a Top 50, regional accountancy firm. Your new firm Thismarket leading audit and advisory firm, with a large regional presence acrossthe Northwest is seeking to appoint a new Senior Manager to their brand newManchester office. This role has come around following an extended period ofcompany growth and expansion within the last two years, presenting an excellentopportunity for a progressive manager to take the next step-up and grow/lead the audit and advisory team. Overall, this is a fantastic choice for acandidate seeking to join a firm that truly values its workforce, making yourcareer their priority and ensuring you develop as an audit professional, becoming part of the firm's ongoing success. Your new role As a senior manager, you will be planning, organising, and leading audit engagements for various clients and sectors. Your day-to-day duties will include reviewing audit work and communicating with clients, stakeholders, and regulators and resolving any issues or queries. Additionally, you will take the lead in the supervising, coaching, and mentoring of audit juniors/seniors, ensuring their performance and development. Alongside carrying out this high-quality audit work, you will receive continuous support throughout your role. What you'll need to succeed Thisorganisation is seeking a professional Senior Manager with extensive experienceworking in an audit team within a practice carrying out high-quality auditwork. Experience in all three aspects of an audit and plenty of exposure tocoaching junior members will allow you to be successful in this job role. Youwill be ACA/ ACCA qualified. The organisation is looking for an individual withexcellent interpersonal and managerial skills with a strong commitment toproviding professional excellence to help you to build strong clientrelationships, as well as good analytical review skills. The ideal candidatewill be willing to learn and expand upon their own skills as an auditprofessional. What you'll get in return This Manchester-based senior manager job role is an excellent opportunity to join aTop 50 accountancy firm that will give you exposure to a fantastic portfolio ofclients whilst working in a people-positive environment with an excellentculture. You will also have the opportunity to get involved in all aspects ofyour clients' journey working directly with growing entrepreneurial clients,ensuring you become a true business advisor. The organisation will offer you acompetitive salary that is reflective of your experience and qualificationswhich includes a healthy holiday package of 23 days + bank holidays.Additionally, the package offers access to market leading training schemes andan array of internal benefits, which focus on flexibility, prioritising yourwork-life balance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on 01612373388. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4469304

Accounts Senior job for a well-renowned independent firm in Manchester City Centre Your new company A well-renowned accountancy practice based in Manchester City Centre are looking to appoint a newly Qualified Accounts Senior to their growing Accountancy Services team. This firm specialises predominately in tax, audit, accounts, assurance, and transaction services. This is the perfect opportunity to join a firm that gives you exposure to a wide variety of clients, including OMBs, HNWI’s, professional investors and more. With plans to extend their success and their constant internal growth, this is an exciting opportunity to join a firm that offers great training and progression schemes in the heart of Manchester. Your new role Working alongside the team Manager, you will join the Accountancy Services team, which has a spread of experience from trainee through to qualified. You will be exposed to a number of professionals to both learn and grow from, whilst reporting to the director of Accountancy Services. You will be preparing and reviewing management and statutory accounts, completing VAT returns and bookkeeping duties, as well as any ad hoc financial tasks that your client may require. You will support the Manager and Director of Accountancy Services to help support and train juniors, as well as review their work. You will also work with clients to create and maintain relationships and liaise and assist with them daily to ensure their success, whilst identifying new opportunities to potentially cross-sell other services within the firm.In time, you will be able to take ownership of your own portfolio as you progress within the team and firm. What you'll need to succeed In order to succeed in this role, you must have prior experience within an accountancy practice, whilst being a newly qualified ACCA or ACA accountant. You must also have experience with accounts software such as Xero, Sage or Quickbooks. You must also be able to work independently, without supervision, and be confident in dealing with client queries and taking ownership of work. You will have a high attention to detail, a strong analytical approach to detail, be proactive, and performance driven, as client service is at the heart of what they do. What you'll get in return In return, you will be offered a competitive salary ranging from £38,000 to £41,000, whilst having the opportunity to be a part of a well-renowned firm that has plenty of opportunities to progress and develop. You will also be offered a bonus holiday scheme, with company and social events, and your birthday off. Other benefits will be offered upon employment. You will work in nice offices in Manchester City Centre and have hybrid and flexible working arrangements available for you. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4611011

Senior Audit Manager job, National Independent firm Your new firm A growing and reputable independent Accountancy firm with a national presence are seeking to recruit a Senior Audit Manager to join their team in Stockport. This firm provides a range of general practice services as well as further business services including corporate finance, tax advisory, payroll, trusts and digital transformation. They work with a range of clients across the North West including owner managed businesses to international enterprises. Clients sit within a range of industries which include entrepreneurial, manufacturing, lifestyle, technology and media. This firm is going through an exciting period of growth and have recently moved to a new and modern office. Your new role As Senior Manager, you will be responsible for delivering an excellent audit service to clients. You will oversee audit engagements from planning to completion, identifying risks and taking ownership of audit files. You will lead an experienced and profession audit team, providing training and support where appropriate. You will be required to create and management client relationships, ensuring the values of the firm are upheld in these relationships. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate for this role will have previous audit experience in a practice environment to at least manager level. You will need experience managing and coordinating engagements for a range of clients and also managing a team of staff. You will be ACA or ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience (QBE). You will need strong IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Excel. You will also need to be a strong ambition leader, who is keen to progress your career. What you'll get in return In return, you will be offered a competitive salary, dependent on experience. You will be working in a new and modern office located in Stockport. You will also have access to a firm wide benefits package including holidays and pension contributions. You will be working in a tight network of experienced colleagues and will be supported to progress and develop your career as far as you wish too. Being independent, the opportunities to progress with this firm are excellent. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4689883

Client Portfolio ManagerIndependent Accountancy Practice | Manchester City Centre | Hybrid Working Your new company An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Client Portfolio Manager to join a highly regarded independent accountancy firm based in Manchester city centre. Known for its low staff turnover, supportive culture, and high‑quality client work, this firm offers a genuinely positive working environment where people are valued and developed long‑term.This role is ideal for an experienced practice professional who enjoys managing client relationships and wants to work for a firm that prioritises flexibility, training, and career progression. Your new role As Client Portfolio Manager, you will take ownership of a diverse portfolio of clients, acting as their main point of contact and ensuring a high standard of service delivery. Your responsibilities will include: • Managing a portfolio of owner‑managed businesses and SMEs, • Reviewing statutory accounts and management accounts, • Overseeing compliance for corporate tax and personal tax matters, • Building trusted, long‑term relationships with clients, • Managing workflow and deadlines across your portfolio, • Supporting, mentoring, and reviewing the work of junior team members, • ACA or ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience), • Currently working in an accountancy practice environment, • Experienced in managing a client portfolio with minimal supervision, • Confident communicating with clients at all levels, • Organised, proactive, and commercially mindedWhat you'll get in return, • Join a well‑established independent firm with a strong reputation and low staff turnover, • Hybrid working with flexibility around office and home working, • City centre location with excellent transport links, • A supportive, close‑knit team culture, • A structured training and development programme, including ongoing CPD, • Clear opportunities for career progression, • Competitive salary and benefits package What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # 4767081

Audit & Accounts Senior Manager job to join a UK leading firm, at a flagship office in Manchester City Centre Your new company This UK leading Accountancy Firm with an impressive flagship office based in Manchester City Centre is looking to appoint an experienced Audit and Accounts Senior Manager to their growing team. You will join a dynamic, forward-thinking and technology-embracing firm who are looking to continue to solidify their presence in Manchester, but also the wider North West business. This is a Top 20 firm offers a market leading benefits package, as well as career opportunities both internally, and in future across the wider business. Your new role Working closely with the Partners, you will lead and oversee a sector-agnostic corporate client portfolio, ensuring regulatory requirements and professional standards are adhered to. You will continue to develop and maintain client relationships, being a true business adviser for all matters relating to your portfolio. You will act as a leader to your team of 30+ Audit & Accounts staff, which ranges from apprentices through to managers within the team. You will be responsible for on the job coaching and training, highlighting areas for continuous development, and being the go-to technical lead when required. Reporting directly to the Partners, you will regularly collaborate with colleagues across the firm to recognise cross-selling opportunities within other departments. Additionally, you will have an impact on the firm's vision, and you will have the opportunity to bring both your experience and ideas to the table as the firm undergoes a continuous transformation project. You will get involved in business development, attend networking events, and be able to identify areas for potential opportunity and growth in the market. What you'll need to succeed Client service will be at the heart of everything you do, so stakeholder management and exceptional communication is essential. You will be a highly experienced Audit & Accounts Manager, ready to take that next as an Audit & Accounts Senior Manager, or be a current Senior Manager who is looking to grow into this opportunity as the firm continues to develop and enhance. You will have excellent staff management experience, and be able to lead and coach through members of your team at varying levels of experience. Acting as the main point of contact for your portfolio, you must be able to build a strong rapport with your clients and ensure you are able to enhance your delivery and service to meet their financial requirements. As an ACCA or ACA Qualified Accountant, you will have a strong track record of delivering in this role, as well as a forward-thinking and strategic mindset to support the business as it continues to thrive. You must have a dynamic, flexible and open-minded approach as the business continues to solidify itself in the market, both across the UK and in Manchester. What you'll get in return You will join an already established Audit & Accounts team, but one that is continuing to grow organically due to continued growth. Flexible working and hybrid work policies are available to take advantage of, as well as a benefits package reflective of a Top 20 firm. You will also have unrivalled progression opportunities as both your role and the firm continue to develop. You will work closely with a team of Partners who are supportive and highly experienced. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us at Hays Public Practice in Manchester. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4135445

Senior Audit Manager (not-for-profit) to join a reputable firm in Manchester with a national presence Your new firm This longstanding accountancy and business advisory firm, with a large national presence is seeking to appoint a Senior Audit Manager to join their already large and established audit team based in Manchester City Centre. This Senior Audit Manager job within the not-for-profit team is vacant due to an extended period of company growth, as well as succession plans within the firm. This presents an excellent opportunity for a proactive and ambitious individual to take their career to the next level, working alongside and reporting to some of the industry's highly renowned Audit Partners. Overall, this is a fantastic choice for an experienced Senior Audit Manager who is looking to continue to work in the not-for-profit space, with a portfolio ready to be handed over from day 1, at a firm that truly values its workforce, making your career a priority and ensuring you develop as an audit professional. Your new role As a Senior Audit Manager in the not-for-profit team, you will be responsible for: • Managing an already large portfolio of not-for-profit clients, with an opportunity for that portfolio to continue to expand in time., • Get involved in the strategic planning of your team as well as the wider audit business, where you will be encouraged to bring your ideas to the table., • Pitching for work, and getting involved in business development and networking opportunities., • You will lead the planning and decision-making of the engagements within your portfolio., • Managing a portfolio, you will ensure you are building solid client relationships, as well as looking at opportunities to add value with other services areas from across the firm. Therefore, collaboration across the firm’s departments will be vital to your individual role and the firm’s development., • Looking at ways to improve audit efficiencies, and improve internal processes at all times., • Reviewing your team's work, giving constructive feedback where appropriate., • Coaching and training will be an important part of your role, to ensure the development of the trainees within your own direct team and the wider audit division., • A desire to specialise in a portfolio that is wholly not-for-profit. You may already have a mixed portfolio with some NFP experience, or delivering on a specialised portfolio already., • Looking to excel in your career – there will be a progression pathway ahead of you from day 1., • You must display leadership qualities, and have excellent interpersonal skills in order to develop both internal and external relationships., • You must have strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills to complete reviews, ensuring you adhere to financial regulations and standards., • You must display a strong commitment to providing professional excellence to help you to build strong client relationships., • You will be ACA/ ACCA qualified. 4470739

Portfolio Manager – Leading Independent Accountancy Firm | Lancashire Your new company Are you an experienced accountancy professional looking to take the next step in your career? Our client, a leading independent accountancy firm in Lancashire, is seeking a proactive and commercially minded Portfolio Manager to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive, forward-thinking practice that values expertise, collaboration and exceptional client service. This is a highly respected and long‑established firm is known for delivering first-class accountancy, audit and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients across the region. With a strong reputation for quality and a culture built on trust and progression, they pride themselves on being both people-focused and performance-driven. Your new role As a Portfolio Manager, you will take ownership of a varied client portfolio, providing a comprehensive range of compliance and advisory services. You will be the main point of contact for your clients, ensuring they receive an outstanding experience while supporting the firm’s strategic growth. • Managing a diverse client portfolio, including SMEs, owner-managed businesses and growing enterprises, • Overseeing year-end accounts, management accounts and tax compliance work, • Providing high-quality advisory support, identifying opportunities to add value, • Reviewing work prepared by junior team members and providing mentoring and guidance, • Building strong client relationships and supporting business development activity, • Ensuring all work is completed in line with regulatory requirements and firm standardsWhat you'll need to succeed, • ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), • Experience managing your own portfolio within practice, • Strong technical knowledge across accounts and tax compliance, • Excellent communication and client relationship skills, • Confident in reviewing work and supporting junior colleagues, • Commercially aware, organised and able to manage deadlines effectivelyWhat you'll get in return, • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Clear progression opportunities within a growing firm, • Flexible, supportive working environment and hybrid working, • Ongoing professional development and training

Our client, a growing and ambitious accountancy firm, is currently seeking an Accountant to join their expanding team. This opportunity has arisen due to continued business growth, and the successful candidate will take ownership of a portfolio of clients, ensuring high levels of service delivery while building strong, long-term relationships. The role will involve providing proactive tax and accounting advice, alongside the preparation and submission of VAT returns and monthly payroll to HMRC. You will also be responsible for producing statutory accounts and corporation tax returns in line with current accounting standards and tax regulations, as well as handling self-assessment tax returns. Acting as a key point of contact, you will liaise with HMRC and other external bodies on behalf of clients. In addition, the position includes supporting the development of junior team members through training and guidance. Our client is looking for a confident communicator who can engage effectively with both clients and colleagues via telephone and email. The ideal candidate will be well organised, with a structured and methodical approach to their work, and capable of managing tasks of varying complexity. You should be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, with the flexibility to adapt to changes, including updates to legislation. Candidates should have prior experience working within an accountancy environmen...

Job Title: Audit Senior Manager Location: Manchester Salary: Competitive Company Overview: Our client is a leading UK Top 60 accountancy firm with a differentiated advisory-led proposition, headquartered in Manchester. They have been a trusted name in professional services for over 40 years. Their commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction has positioned them as a premier provider in the market. They will never offer a one size fits all approach. They know, in todays economic environment, businesses require bespoke support and provide end-to-end services from start-up to exit strategies. Their mantra is “Good advisers help your business. Great ones transform it” . This is the foundation upon which they have built their business. The Audit Senior Manager Role Reporting to the Responsible Individual (RI), the Audit Senior Manager holds ultimate operational responsibility for a significant audit portfolio and plays a central role in maintaining audit quality, regulatory compliance, and leadership stability within the department. The role requires advanced technical expertise, strategic oversight, commercial awareness, and mature leadership capability. The Audit Senior Manager is expected to operate with minimal supervision, exercise sound professional judgement at all times, and act as a key guardian of audit quality under the firms ISQM 1 framework. The Senior Manager acts as the bridge between RI oversight and Manager delivery, ensuring that audit files presented for RI review meet regulatory standards and that teams are developed, supported, and held accountable. Key Responsibilities: Portfolio Ownership and Technical Oversight Hold responsibility for a substantial audit portfolio (typically £500k–£1m fee base), including complex groups, regulated entities, and higher-risk assignments. Ensure audits are planned, executed, reviewed and completed in full compliance with ISAs (UK), FRS 102, IFRS, Companies Act requirements and firm methodology. Review and challenge audit strategies, materiality assessments, risk identification and sampling approaches before RI review. Ensure all audit files are demonstrably “RI ready” prior to escalation. Oversee and manage complex technical matters, including group audits, consolidations, significant estimates, going concern and fraud risk assessments. Act as escalation point for technical and quality issues arising within manager portfolios. Support the RI in responding to QAD inspections or external regulatory reviews. Audit Quality and ISQM 1 Compliance Act as a key contributor to the firms ISQM 1 quality management framework. Monitor engagement performance quality and implement remedial action where necessary. Ensure appropriate supervision, review, consultation and documentation standards are maintained across all engagements. Lead root cause analysis where audit deficiencies arise and implement corrective actions. Promote a culture of quality over speed, reinforcing that compliance is non-negotiable. Leadership and Departmental Stability Provide visible leadership within the audit department, acting as a stabilising and credible senior figure. Mentor and develop Audit Managers, ensuring they understand the expectations of their role. Intervene early where performance or behavioural issues arise. Demonstrate emotional maturity and resilience, particularly during periods of commercial or operational pressure. Model behaviours consistent with firm values and professional standards. Team Development and Succession Drive structured development plans for Managers and Assistant Managers. Identify high-potential individuals and actively support succession planning. Ensure Managers are developing their teams rather than centralising control. Lead formal feedback discussions and performance calibration processes. Contribute to training strategy and CPD initiatives across the audit team. Commercial and Operational Management Manage engagement budgets and profitability across portfolio. Monitor recovery rates and identify efficiency improvements. Take ownership of workflow planning and resource allocation at departmental level. Proactively identify fee opportunities and scope creep. Support fee negotiations and participate in client retention strategy. Client Relationship and Strategic Engagement Maintain senior-level client relationships, particularly on larger or complex audits. Act as trusted advisor to client boards and audit committees where appropriate. Manage difficult client conversations confidently and professionally. Protect the firms reputation in all external interactions. Communication and Escalation Provide proactive updates to the RI and Head of Audit on portfolio risks, capacity pressures and emerging issues. Exercise sound judgement regarding regulatory or reputational risks. Avoid unnecessary upward delegation by resolving issues at appropriate level. Ensure consistent and aligned messaging within the department. Accountability and Professional Conduct Maintain full accountability for audit quality within portfolio. Accept responsibility for outcomes rather than attributing blame. Respond constructively to regulatory feedback and internal challenge. Operate with independence and integrity at all times. Uphold the firms ethical standards and independence requirements. Working Arrangements This role is primarily office-based due to its leadership, mentoring, and oversight responsibilities. The successful candidate is expected to be present in the office for the majority of the working week (typically 4 days), subject to business needs. Essential Criteria ACA / ACCA qualified. Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience. Demonstrable experience at Audit Manager or Senior Manager level within a Top 50 or similar professional firm. Proven experience managing complex audits, including group structures and technical accounting matters. Strong working knowledge of ISAs (UK), FRS 102, Companies Act and ISQM 1. Leadership and Behavioural Competencies Operates independently with minimal need for RI intervention. Demonstrates strong professional judgement and decisiveness. Maintains composure and clarity under pressure. Balances commercial awareness with regulatory responsibility. Develops others and holds them accountable. Acts as a unifying and stabilising presence in the department. Skills and Attributes Advanced technical audit capability. Strong analytical and risk assessment skills. Confident communicator with senior stakeholders. Strategic thinker with operational awareness. High personal accountability. Strong organisational and delegation capability. Progression to Director / RI Level Progression beyond Senior Manager requires demonstration of: Sustained delivery of high-quality audits with minimal RI intervention. Ownership of departmental performance and workflow. Strong commercial contribution. Evidence of developing and elevating Managers. Capacity to protect the firms regulatory position.

VAT Senior Manager – Manchester Manchester, Greater Manchester Hybrid & Flexible Working Competitive Salary We are partnering with a leading, growing accountancy and advisory firm in Manchester to recruit a VAT Senior Manager. This is a senior, client-facing role for an experienced VAT professional looking to lead advisory projects, strengthen client relationships, and help shape the future of the firm’s VAT offering. This role is perfect for a proactive, commercially minded VAT specialist who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys mentoring junior staff, and is looking to make a tangible impact on a fast-growing practice. About the Role You will take ownership of a diverse portfolio of entrepreneurial and owner-managed clients, providing high-level VAT advice and guidance across compliance, advisory, and transactional matters. Working closely with the VAT Partner and senior leadership, you’ll deliver complex VAT solutions, advise on corporate transactions, and act as a trusted point of contact for clients, lawyers, and professional advisors. A key part of the role is team leadership and development. You’ll mentor junior colleagues, support their technical growth, contribute to internal training initiatives, and foster a collaborative, inclusive team environment. Additionall...

Job Title: Audit Manager Location: Manchester Salary: Competitive Company Overview: Our client is a leading UK Top 60 accountancy firm with a differentiated advisory-led proposition, headquartered in Manchester. Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position. They have been a trusted name in professional services for over 40 years. Their commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction has positioned them as a premier provider in the market. They will never offer a one size fits all approach. They know, in today's economic environment, businesses require bespoke support and provide end-to-end services from start-up to exit strategies. Their mantra is “Good advisers help your business. Great ones transform it” . This is the foundation upon which they have built their business. The Audit Manager Role Reporting to the Audit Senior Manager and Responsible Individual (RI), the Audit Manager is responsible for the effective leadership, delivery, and management of a portfolio of audit clients. The role requires not only strong technical competence, but also leadership maturity, professional judgement, collaboration, and the ability to provide stability and clarity to teams and clients during periods of change or pressure. The Audit Manager is expected to operate with a high degree of independence, professionalism, and accountability, acting as a role model for the firm's values, behaviours, and leadership standards. Key Responsibilities Portfolio and Technical Delivery Manage a portfolio of audit clients with fees of at least £400K per annum, ensuring all assignments are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required technical and quality standards. Ensure audit files are prepared in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) and are of an appropriate standard for Senior Manager and RI review. Take full responsibility for the operational management of audit engagements, including planning, execution, review, and completion. Manage budgets and fee targets on individual assignments, identifying and addressing issues proactively. Client Relationship Management Act as the primary point of contact for audit clients within the office, building and maintaining strong professional relationships. Manage client stakeholders effectively, ensuring clients are kept informed of progress, issues, and deliverables throughout the audit process. Proactively identify opportunities to add value to clients and to cross-sell other firm services where appropriate. Leadership, Behaviour and Professional Conduct Act as a visible and reliable leader within the audit team, providing stability, clarity, and professionalism at all times. Maintain appropriate professional conduct and judgement, particularly during periods of challenge, feedback, or organisational change. Respond constructively to feedback, demonstrating resilience, self-awareness, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Support and align with firm leadership decisions, raising concerns through appropriate channels. Actively promote a culture of trust and respect. Team Leadership and Collaboration Lead audit teams in a collaborative manner, ensuring colleagues at all levels are appropriately involved, informed, and empowered. Delegate work effectively, providing clarity of responsibility and ownership, and avoiding unnecessary centralisation of control. Work constructively with peers at manager level, sharing responsibility and supporting collective team performance. Develop, retain, and motivate junior members of staff, acting as a role model for expected behaviours and standards. Hold regular development and feedback meetings with direct reports to support progression and performance. Accountability and Presence Maintain a consistent and reliable presence to support team delivery, client service, and staff development. Ensure that any team absence is planned, communicated appropriately, and managed in a way that does not compromise team or client outcomes. Take ownership of team and client issues rather than disengaging during periods of pressure or challenge. Communication and Escalation Proactively update the Audit Senior Manager and RI on the status of the audit portfolio, emerging risks, and key issues. Exercise sound judgement regarding escalation, ensuring issues are raised promptly and through agreed channels. Communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues and clients at all levels, maintaining consistency of messaging. Compliance and Quality Ensure appropriate onboarding and offboarding of clients within the portfolio, in line with ISQM 1, AML, and firm policies. Review work completed by junior team members and resolve issues prior to Senior Manager or RI review. Assist the Audit Senior Manager with departmental training and CPD initiatives to support high-quality audit delivery. Business Development and Firm Contribution Support the Senior Manager and partners in business development activities, including tender preparation and client pitches. Attend interviews as required to assist in the recruitment and attraction of talent to the audit department. Promote the firm's services and values internally and externally. Working Arrangements This role is primarily office-based due to its leadership and people management responsibilities. The successful candidate is expected to be present in the office for the majority of the working week (typically 3–4 days), subject to business needs. The Successful Applicant Essential Criteria ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience and at least 7 years' experience in audit. Proven experience of working in a professional practice environment at Audit Manager level. Demonstrable experience of managing an audit portfolio and maintaining strong client relationships. Strong technical knowledge of auditing standards and regulatory requirements. Leadership and Behavioural Competencies Demonstrates leadership maturity, professionalism, and emotional resilience. Able to operate independently with minimal intervention from senior leadership. Works collaboratively with peers and supports collective team success. Responds constructively to feedback and adapts behaviour accordingly. Maintains professional judgement and conduct under pressure. Embraces change positively and acts as a stabilising influence within the team. Skills and Attributes Strong organisation, planning, and time management skills. Clear and effective communication skills at all levels. Proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making. Ability to balance client delivery, people leadership, and firm priorities. xrnqpay Progression Progression and remuneration are dependent not only on technical competence and client delivery, but also on the demonstration of leadership behaviours, professional judgement, collaboration, and the ability to operate effectively and independently at this level.

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today’s changing world. Our clients are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high‑growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We’ll broaden your horizons BDO’s Corporate Tax practice sits at the heart of our Tax function and plays an important role in the wider business. Our team works collaboratively with others across BDO, offering clients in the UK and overseas expert advice and solutions that help them overcome their challenges. If you’re looking for exposure and the chance to make an impact, you’re looking in the right place. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients’ needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you’ll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it’s advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you’ll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You’ll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you’ll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We’ll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you’ll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. We are looking for someone with; * An in depth, up to date, knowledge of taxation with specialist knowledge and the ability to deal with complex tax issues Project and staff management experience Ability to manage a substantial client portfolio profitably whilst being able to actively seek opportunities for developing new clients and for selling new services to existing clients. * Ability to provide Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients using resource from a shared service team or via technology tools. * Experience of managing a substantial portfolio of clients including control of client take on and engagement, billings, and identification of opportunities to improve recoveries, together with cash collection. * Understanding of potential risks to the Firm in relation to the Firm’s quality control procedures and raising to the appropriate person. * Guide and supervise less experienced colleagues, proving support, training and mentoring where appropriate. * Experience of leading complex projects * Educated to degree level and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent. * Demonstrable post qualified experience You’ll also be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we’re working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6,500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Financial Accountant to join a highly respected organisation with a strong presence across the EMEA region. This hybrid role offers you the chance to play a pivotal part in ensuring tax compliance and statutory reporting for multiple entities. You will be welcomed into a collaborative and knowledgeable team that values your expertise and supports your professional growth. With highly flexible working arrangements, exposure to international finance operations, and the chance to work alongside experienced professionals, this position is perfect for someone looking to further their career in a supportive and inclusive environment. • Hybrid working model allows you to balance time between home and an office in Manchester, • Be part of an EMEA-wide team where your contributions directly impact tax compliance and financial reporting across several countries, offering valuable international experience., • Enjoy ongoing support from approachable leadership who are committed to your professional development within an inclusive and welcoming workplace. What you'll do: As a Financial Accountant in this forward-thinking organisation, you will play an integral role in managing complex tax compliance processes while supporting statutory account preparations across multiple jurisdictions. Your day-to-day activities will involve collaborating with both local colleagues and international teams to ensure accurate VAT calculations, timely corporation tax submissions, and comprehensive reporting on R&D claims. You will also be responsible for maintaining lease accounting ledgers under both US GAAP and IFRS standards, performing thorough balance sheet reconciliations using advanced tools like Blackline. • Take responsibility for VAT compliance, including calculations and submission of returns for UK and relevant European entities, ensuring all deadlines are met with accuracy., • Prepare corporation tax submissions in collaboration with the global tax team for both UK and various European entities, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of local regulations., • Manage annual R&D claims, PSA tax returns, short-term visitor reporting, and RSU compliance for the UK entity, providing detailed documentation as required., • Assist with statutory accounts preparation by compiling supporting schedules and liaising with internal stakeholders to ensure completeness and accuracy., • Maintain ASC842 (US GAAP) and IFRS lease accounting ledgers, ensuring all entries are correctly recorded and reconciled on a regular basis., • Perform balance sheet reconciliations for all tax and lease accounts using Blackline software, identifying discrepancies and resolving them promptly., • Complete Office for National Statistics surveys accurately and submit them within specified timelines as required by regulatory bodies., • Collaborate closely with colleagues across the EMEA shared services team to share knowledge, resolve queries, and deliver high-quality financial outputs., • Support ad hoc projects or additional duties as assigned by management, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to team objectives. What you bring: To excel as a Financial Accountant in this role, you will bring not only technical expertise but also a genuine enthusiasm for sharing knowledge within an interdependent team. Your background includes formal accountancy qualifications such as ACA or ACCA along with hands-on experience in audit or statutory accounts preparation. You are comfortable navigating complex spreadsheets in Excel while leveraging enterprise systems to streamline processes. Your approach is marked by empathy towards colleagues' needs-whether supporting others through busy periods or explaining intricate financial concepts clearly. • Hold a recognised ACA or ACCA qualification with ideally 1-2 years post-qualification experience gained in practice or industry settings., • Demonstrate prior audit practice experience or similar roles that have developed your understanding of statutory accounts preparation., • Show proficiency in Microsoft Office applications-particularly Excel-for data analysis, reporting, and reconciliation tasks., • Exhibit strong analytical skills combined with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively while maintaining high levels of accuracy under tight deadlines., • Display excellent interpersonal skills that enable you to communicate clearly with colleagues at all levels across different locations., • Bring self-motivation coupled with critical attention to detail when handling complex financial information or preparing reports., • Demonstrate adaptability by thriving both independently when working remotely and collaboratively within a diverse team environment. What sets this company apart: This organisation stands out as an employer of choice due to its unwavering commitment to fostering an inclusive culture where every individual feels valued. The company's hybrid working policy empowers employees to achieve greater work-life balance while remaining connected through regular team interactions at their well-equipped Manchester office. Employees benefit from being part of an international network that encourages continuous learning through exposure to best practices across multiple regions. Supportive leadership is dedicated not only to business success but also personal growth - offering opportunities for training, mentorship, and career progression tailored to each employee's aspirations. The workplace is renowned for its open communication channels where ideas are welcomed regardless of seniority; this spirit of collaboration ensures everyone can contribute meaningfully while developing professionally within a nurturing environment. 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We are currently partnered with a truly excellent employer in the Stockport area who are renowned for their outstanding working enviroment and the overall 'employee experience'. Their retention is absolutely impeccable which is testament to not only the way they treat their employees but how they consistently deliver development and opportunities. The business are always looking to invest in the next generation of Accountancy staff and as a result, are now looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious apprentice to join them and kick start a long, rewarding career. An A-Level in Accountancy or similar would be beneficial but is by no means essential. Your background is not a huge concern but you must be able to demonstrate a genuine desire to build a career in accountancy. The company will invest in your training and development from day one, initally via a fully funded AAT qualification. You will also receive consistent on the desk training as you support the wider team with accountancy taks, receiving mentorship from those that have 'been and done it'. There is no limit on how far you can develop and progress within the business, with all senior roles currently occupied by people who started in similar entry level positions within the business. There are no restrictions on who could apply for this but it is likely to suit someone who is starting out, from an A level or College background. Please apply with an up...

Our client is a market-leading accountancy, advisory, and tax firm headquartered in Manchester, with an additional office in Liverpool. They specialise in sectors including property, construction, retail, digital and creative, technology. Their comprehensive service offerings encompass accountancy, tax, audit and assurance, transaction services, forensic accounting, and R&D and innovation taxes. Emphasising personalised and practical solutions, they are committed to delivering proactive guidance and positive outcomes for their clients. Join our client on exciting growth phase, with aims of becoming a Top-100 firm in two years time. The role as OMB Tax Advisor is open to technically strong Seniors, Assistant Manager, Managers, and Senior Managers. They would also consider Director, which would command a higher salary to be discussed at interview. The role is full advisory in report format. Some of the responsibilities you can expect to undertake are: * Serving as a key member of the OMB team, providing guidance on all aspects of advisory work across various taxes, including income tax, capital gains tax, EMI, and EIS matters. * Overseeing people management, training, and work flow coordination. Training junior team members and managing their workload effectively. * Addressing daily ad-hoc tax-related queries from clients and colleagues. * Enterprise Investment Scheme: assessi...

Ideas | People | TrustWe’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today’s changing world.Our clients are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high‑growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them.We’ll broaden your horizons BDO’s Corporate Tax practice sits at the heart of our Tax function and plays an important role in the wider business. Our team works collaboratively with others across BDO, offering clients in the UK and overseas expert advice and solutions that help them overcome their challenges. If you’re looking for exposure and the chance to make an impact, you’re looking in the right place.Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients’ needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you’ll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it’s advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you’ll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role.BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You’ll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you’ll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career.We’ll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships.You’ll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you’ll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. We are looking for someone with;An in depth, up to date, knowledge of taxation with specialist knowledge and the ability to deal with complex tax issues Project and staff management experience Ability to manage a substantial client portfolio profitably whilst being able to actively seek opportunities for developing new clients and for selling new services to existing clients.Ability to provide Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients using resource from a shared service team or via technology tools.Experience of managing a substantial portfolio of clients including control of client take on and engagement, billings, and identification of opportunities to improve recoveries, together with cash collection.Understanding of potential risks to the Firm in relation to the Firm’s quality control procedures and raising to the appropriate person.Guide and supervise less experienced colleagues, proving support, training and mentoring where appropriate.Experience of leading complex projectsEducated to degree level and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent.Demonstrable post qualified experienceYou’ll also be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand.At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development.We’re in it togetherMutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs.We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we’re working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work.We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDOWe’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6,500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions.We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today’s changing world. Our clients are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We’ll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients’ affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they’re experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details – all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you’ll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We’ll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you’ll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview Our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team helps organisations understand, manage and respond to risk in an increasingly complex and fast‑moving environment. We work with a diverse portfolio of clients across the commercial and not‑for‑profit sectors, providing assurance and advisory support that strengthens governance, enhances controls and drives better decision‑making. As part of the team, you’ll work on a wide range of internal audit, risk and advisory engagements, gaining exposure to different industries, business models and operating environments. You’ll collaborate closely with colleagues across the firm, applying innovative approaches, data analytics and professional judgement to deliver insights that add real value for our clients. As an Assistant Manager within Risk & Advisory Services (RAS), you will play a pivotal role in delivering high‑quality internal audit and advisory services to our clients. You will work proactively, taking ownership of your responsibilities, while collaborating effectively with colleagues and maintaining regular, confident communication with BDO Senior Managers, Directors and Partners. You will be responsible for managing a limited portfolio of engagements, leading audits and specialist assignments, and supporting the development of junior team members. In doing so, you will build strong, trusted client relationships and make a meaningful contribution to the overall success of the team and service line. The role combines engagement and portfolio management with hands‑on delivery. Typically, you will spend around 50% of your time on management activities - such as engagement planning, portfolio oversight and project management - and 50% leading audits and undertaking specialist assignments, with this balance flexing in line with your experience and development. You'll be someone with: * Relevant professional experience, with a strong focus on internal audit or equivalent risk and assurance work. * A recognised professional qualification (e.g. CIA with QIAL, CMIIA/MIIA, CCAB or equivalent). * Experience of planning and delivering audits, with the ability to exercise sound judgement and challenge constructively. * Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders. * Proficiency in MS Office and flow‑charting tools; experience with internal audit systems and data analytics tools is advantageous, with training provided where required. You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we’re working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy – whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We’ll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients’ evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you’re after a career that will keep you on your toes, we’ll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management (‘TA&RM’) team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC’s Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills with the ability to distil tax concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing, reporting to senior managers, directors and partners, and will require you to actively manage your client portfolio and manage project delivery, coordinating teams to deliver exceptional client service, in addition to supporting business development activities. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and we require candidates with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We’ll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and partners to help businesses effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. We are looking for someone: * Who can act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with senior members of the team. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. * With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax process, tax strategy, SAO, CCO, tax risk registers etc) – with a keen interest in tax governance and developing tax operations. * With broad tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. * With experience in end-to-end project delivery and quality advice / report writing skills. * With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level. * Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas | People | TrustWe’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today’s changing world.Our clients are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high‑growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them.We’ll broaden your horizons BDO’s Corporate Tax practice sits at the heart of our Tax function and plays an important role in the wider business. Our team works collaboratively with others across BDO, offering clients in the UK and overseas expert advice and solutions that help them overcome their challenges. If you’re looking for exposure and the chance to make an impact, you’re looking in the right place.Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients’ needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you’ll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it’s advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you’ll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role.BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You’ll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you’ll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career.We’ll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships.You’ll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you’ll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. We are looking for someone with;An in depth, up to date, knowledge of taxation with specialist knowledge and the ability to deal with complex tax issues Project and staff management experience Ability to manage a substantial client portfolio profitably whilst being able to actively seek opportunities for developing new clients and for selling new services to existing clients.Ability to provide Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients using resource from a shared service team or via technology tools.Experience of managing a substantial portfolio of clients including control of client take on and engagement, billings, and identification of opportunities to improve recoveries, together with cash collection.Understanding of potential risks to the Firm in relation to the Firm’s quality control procedures and raising to the appropriate person.Guide and supervise less experienced colleagues, proving support, training and mentoring where appropriate.Experience of leading complex projectsEducated to degree level and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent.Demonstrable post qualified experienceYou’ll also be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand.At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development.We’re in it togetherMutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs.We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we’re working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work.We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDOWe’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in them. Across 17 UK locations, we are 6,500 unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions.We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Junior Bookkeeper (potential for hybrid) Manchester Competitive Salary + Benefits About the Firm Our client is a respected independent firm of Chartered Accountants providing audit, tax, and advisory services to SMEs and owner-managed businesses. Join a friendly, supportive team where accuracy, professionalism, and career growth are valued. The Role They are looking for a Junior Bookkeeper to support their clients and internal teams with day-to-day accounting. This is a perfect role for someone starting their bookkeeping career, looking to gain experience in a professional accountancy practice. Key Responsibilities Maintain accurate client records and bookkeeping systems (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, etc.) Process sales and purchase invoices, receipts, and payments Reconcile bank statements and client accounts Prepare VAT returns and assist with payroll where required Assist senior accountants with accounts preparation Support the team with ad-hoc accounting and administrative tasks About You Experience with bookkeeping or accounting software (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks) Good understanding of double-entry bookkeeping Highly organised, accurate, and detail-oriented Strong communication skills and client-focused attitude Eager to learn and grow within a professional accountancy firm What’s on Offer Competitive salary and benefits Potentia hybrid working options Training and professional development opportunities Exposure to a varied client base across different sectors Friendly, supportive team environment Why Join? This role is ideal for someone wanting to progress their bookkeeping career within a respected, independent accountancy firm. You’ll gain hands-on experience, guidance from experienced accountants, and opportunities to grow your skills. Immediate opening, so apply now

Job Title: Payroll Administrator Location: South Manchester Salary: Competitive + Benefits Type: Full-Time | Permanent Are you a detail-driven Payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment? If you enjoy juggling multiple payrolls, building strong client relationships and making sure everyone gets paid correctly and on time (the real heroes of any business!), this could be the perfect role for you. We’re working with a well-established payroll bureau based in South Manchester who are looking to add an experienced Payroll Administrator to their growing team. The Role Working within a busy bureau environment, you’ll be responsible for managing multiple client payrolls across a variety of sectors. Accuracy, organisation and excellent communication skills will be key. Key responsibilities include: Processing weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls from start to finish Calculating statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP etc.) Managing starters, leavers and payroll amendments Submitting RTI reports to HMRC Handling pension submissions and auto-enrolment Responding to client payroll queries in a professional and timely manner Ensuring compliance with current payroll legislation About You Previous experience in a payroll bureau or accountancy practice environment is highly desirable Strong end-to-end payroll processing experience Up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation Confident using payroll software (Sage, BrightPay or similar) Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Able to manage multiple deadlines without breaking a sweat A CIPP qualification (or working towards one) would be advantageous but isn’t essential. What’s on Offer Competitive salary Supportive and friendly team environment Ongoing training and development Opportunity to grow within a reputable and expanding business Convenient South Manchester location with good transport links If you’re a payroll professional who enjoys variety, values accuracy and takes pride in delivering a seamless service to clients, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat

Job Title: Audit Manager Location: Manchester Salary: Competitive Company Overview: Our client is a leading UK Top 60 accountancy firm with a differentiated advisory-led proposition, headquartered in Manchester. They have been a trusted name in professional services for over 40 years. Their commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction has positioned them as a premier provider in the market. They will never offer a one size fits all approach. They know, in today’s economic environment, businesses require bespoke support and provide end-to-end services from start-up to exit strategies. Their mantra is “Good advisers help your business. Great ones transform it”. This is the foundation upon which they have built their business. The Audit Manager Role Reporting to the Audit Senior Manager and Responsible Individual (RI), the Audit Manager is responsible for the effective leadership, delivery, and management of a portfolio of audit clients. The role requires not only strong technical competence, but also leadership maturity, professional judgement, collaboration, and the ability to provide stability and clarity to teams and clients during periods of change or pressure. The Audit Manager is expected to operate with a high degree of independence, professionalism, and accountability, acting as a role model for the firm’s values, behaviours, and leadership standards. Key Responsibilities Portfolio and Technical Delivery Manage a portfolio of audit clients with fees of at least £400K per annum, ensuring all assignments are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required technical and quality standards. Ensure audit files are prepared in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) and are of an appropriate standard for Senior Manager and RI review. Take full responsibility for the operational management of audit engagements, including planning, execution, review, and completion. Manage budgets and fee targets on individual assignments, identifying and addressing issues proactively. Client Relationship Management Act as the primary point of contact for audit clients within the office, building and maintaining strong professional relationships. Manage client stakeholders effectively, ensuring clients are kept informed of progress, issues, and deliverables throughout the audit process. Proactively identify opportunities to add value to clients and to cross-sell other firm services where appropriate. Leadership, Behaviour and Professional Conduct Act as a visible and reliable leader within the audit team, providing stability, clarity, and professionalism at all times. Maintain appropriate professional conduct and judgement, particularly during periods of challenge, feedback, or organisational change. Respond constructively to feedback, demonstrating resilience, self-awareness, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Support and align with firm leadership decisions, raising concerns through appropriate channels. Actively promote a culture of trust and respect. Team Leadership and Collaboration Lead audit teams in a collaborative manner, ensuring colleagues at all levels are appropriately involved, informed, and empowered. Delegate work effectively, providing clarity of responsibility and ownership, and avoiding unnecessary centralisation of control. Work constructively with peers at manager level, sharing responsibility and supporting collective team performance. Develop, retain, and motivate junior members of staff, acting as a role model for expected behaviours and standards. Hold regular development and feedback meetings with direct reports to support progression and performance. Accountability and Presence Maintain a consistent and reliable presence to support team delivery, client service, and staff development. Ensure that any team absence is planned, communicated appropriately, and managed in a way that does not compromise team or client outcomes. Take ownership of team and client issues rather than disengaging during periods of pressure or challenge. Communication and Escalation Proactively update the Audit Senior Manager and RI on the status of the audit portfolio, emerging risks, and key issues. Exercise sound judgement regarding escalation, ensuring issues are raised promptly and through agreed channels. Communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues and clients at all levels, maintaining consistency of messaging. Compliance and Quality Ensure appropriate onboarding and offboarding of clients within the portfolio, in line with ISQM 1, AML, and firm policies. Review work completed by junior team members and resolve issues prior to Senior Manager or RI review. Assist the Audit Senior Manager with departmental training and CPD initiatives to support high-quality audit delivery. Business Development and Firm Contribution Support the Senior Manager and partners in business development activities, including tender preparation and client pitches. Attend interviews as required to assist in the recruitment and attraction of talent to the audit department. Promote the firm’s services and values internally and externally. Working Arrangements This role is primarily office-based due to its leadership and people management responsibilities. The successful candidate is expected to be present in the office for the majority of the working week (typically 3–4 days), subject to business needs. The Successful Applicant Essential Criteria ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience and at least 7 years’ experience in audit. Proven experience of working in a professional practice environment at Audit Manager level. Demonstrable experience of managing an audit portfolio and maintaining strong client relationships. Strong technical knowledge of auditing standards and regulatory requirements. Leadership and Behavioural Competencies Demonstrates leadership maturity, professionalism, and emotional resilience. Able to operate independently with minimal intervention from senior leadership. Works collaboratively with peers and supports collective team success. Responds constructively to feedback and adapts behaviour accordingly. Maintains professional judgement and conduct under pressure. Embraces change positively and acts as a stabilising influence within the team. Skills and Attributes Strong organisation, planning, and time management skills. Clear and effective communication skills at all levels. Proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making. Ability to balance client delivery, people leadership, and firm priorities. Progression Progression and remuneration are dependent not only on technical competence and client delivery, but also on the demonstration of leadership behaviours, professional judgement, collaboration, and the ability to operate effectively and independently at this level

Job Title: Audit Senior Manager Location: Manchester Salary: Competitive Company Overview: Our client is a leading UK Top 60 accountancy firm with a differentiated advisory-led proposition, headquartered in Manchester. They have been a trusted name in professional services for over 40 years. Their commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction has positioned them as a premier provider in the market. They will never offer a one size fits all approach. They know, in today’s economic environment, businesses require bespoke support and provide end-to-end services from start-up to exit strategies. Their mantra is “Good advisers help your business. Great ones transform it”. This is the foundation upon which they have built their business. The Audit Senior Manager Role Reporting to the Responsible Individual (RI), the Audit Senior Manager holds ultimate operational responsibility for a significant audit portfolio and plays a central role in maintaining audit quality, regulatory compliance, and leadership stability within the department. The role requires advanced technical expertise, strategic oversight, commercial awareness, and mature leadership capability. The Audit Senior Manager is expected to operate with minimal supervision, exercise sound professional judgement at all times, and act as a key guardian of audit quality under the firm’s ISQM 1 framework. The Senior Manager acts as the bridge between RI oversight and Manager delivery, ensuring that audit files presented for RI review meet regulatory standards and that teams are developed, supported, and held accountable. Key Responsibilities: Portfolio Ownership and Technical Oversight Hold responsibility for a substantial audit portfolio (typically £500k–£1m+ fee base), including complex groups, regulated entities, and higher-risk assignments. Ensure audits are planned, executed, reviewed and completed in full compliance with ISAs (UK), FRS 102, IFRS, Companies Act requirements and firm methodology. Review and challenge audit strategies, materiality assessments, risk identification and sampling approaches before RI review. Ensure all audit files are demonstrably “RI ready” prior to escalation. Oversee and manage complex technical matters, including group audits, consolidations, significant estimates, going concern and fraud risk assessments. Act as escalation point for technical and quality issues arising within manager portfolios. Support the RI in responding to QAD inspections or external regulatory reviews. Audit Quality and ISQM 1 Compliance Act as a key contributor to the firm’s ISQM 1 quality management framework. Monitor engagement performance quality and implement remedial action where necessary. Ensure appropriate supervision, review, consultation and documentation standards are maintained across all engagements. Lead root cause analysis where audit deficiencies arise and implement corrective actions. Promote a culture of quality over speed, reinforcing that compliance is non-negotiable. Leadership and Departmental Stability Provide visible leadership within the audit department, acting as a stabilising and credible senior figure. Mentor and develop Audit Managers, ensuring they understand the expectations of their role. Intervene early where performance or behavioural issues arise. Demonstrate emotional maturity and resilience, particularly during periods of commercial or operational pressure. Model behaviours consistent with firm values and professional standards. Team Development and Succession Drive structured development plans for Managers and Assistant Managers. Identify high-potential individuals and actively support succession planning. Ensure Managers are developing their teams rather than centralising control. Lead formal feedback discussions and performance calibration processes. Contribute to training strategy and CPD initiatives across the audit team. Commercial and Operational Management Manage engagement budgets and profitability across portfolio. Monitor recovery rates and identify efficiency improvements. Take ownership of workflow planning and resource allocation at departmental level. Proactively identify fee opportunities and scope creep. Support fee negotiations and participate in client retention strategy. Client Relationship and Strategic Engagement Maintain senior-level client relationships, particularly on larger or complex audits. Act as trusted advisor to client boards and audit committees where appropriate. Manage difficult client conversations confidently and professionally. Protect the firm’s reputation in all external interactions. Communication and Escalation Provide proactive updates to the RI and Head of Audit on portfolio risks, capacity pressures and emerging issues. Exercise sound judgement regarding regulatory or reputational risks. Avoid unnecessary upward delegation by resolving issues at appropriate level. Ensure consistent and aligned messaging within the department. Accountability and Professional Conduct Maintain full accountability for audit quality within portfolio. Accept responsibility for outcomes rather than attributing blame. Respond constructively to regulatory feedback and internal challenge. Operate with independence and integrity at all times. Uphold the firm’s ethical standards and independence requirements. Working Arrangements This role is primarily office-based due to its leadership, mentoring, and oversight responsibilities. The successful candidate is expected to be present in the office for the majority of the working week (typically 4 days), subject to business needs. Essential Criteria ACA / ACCA qualified. Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience. Demonstrable experience at Audit Manager or Senior Manager level within a Top 50 or similar professional firm. Proven experience managing complex audits, including group structures and technical accounting matters. Strong working knowledge of ISAs (UK), FRS 102, Companies Act and ISQM 1. Leadership and Behavioural Competencies Operates independently with minimal need for RI intervention. Demonstrates strong professional judgement and decisiveness. Maintains composure and clarity under pressure. Balances commercial awareness with regulatory responsibility. Develops others and holds them accountable. Acts as a unifying and stabilising presence in the department. Skills and Attributes Advanced technical audit capability. Strong analytical and risk assessment skills. Confident communicator with senior stakeholders. Strategic thinker with operational awareness. High personal accountability. Strong organisational and delegation capability. Progression to Director / RI Level Progression beyond Senior Manager requires demonstration of: Sustained delivery of high-quality audits with minimal RI intervention. Ownership of departmental performance and workflow. Strong commercial contribution. Evidence of developing and elevating Managers. Capacity to protect the firm’s regulatory position