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Senior Insolvency Administrator West Birmingham | Competitive Salary + Comprehensive Benefits Our client is a highly regarded accountancy and business advisory practice with an established and respected restructuring and insolvency team. As the firm continues to invest in its advisory offering, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Insolvency Administrator to join its West Birmingham o... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Your new company \n Join an independent black-country accountancy practice experiencing continued growth. Working with a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses, you'll be part of a supportive team that values professional development and offers genuine career progression opportunities. \n Your new role \n There is flexibility in this role - whether you want to be more focused on audit or more focused on accounts - dependent on your skill-set. \n If you're more audit oriented, you'll spend around 80% of your time dedicated to audit and 20% spent preparing accounts and drafting tax computations. \n If you prefer accounts and tax work, the role can be fully focused on managing a client portfolio and supporting with accounts preparation, reviewing the work of more junior members of the team and undertaking tax work. Either way, you'll build strong client relationships and gain an understanding of their businesses and how to best support them. \n You'll have direct support from experienced Directors who will aid your development and enable you to grow within the role. \n What you'll need to succeed \n Our client's ideal candidate will be ACA or ACCA qualified with a minimum of 3 years' practice experience. Strong technical and communication skills will be required, and you'll have a proactive attitude and desire to progress your career. \n What you'll get in return \n This firm offer a competitive salary reviewed annually, 30 days holiday (inc. Bank Holidays), competitive benefits package, ongoing training and CPD support. You'll also have structured performance and development reviews and clear progression opportunities within a growing practice. \n What you need to do now \n If you're looking to join a successful independent firm where your development is genuinely supported, we'd love to hear from you. \n Apply today for a confidential discussion about this opportunity. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays

Your new company \n Hays are delighted to be supporting a well-established organisation with the recruitment of a Finance Business Partner on a 12-month contract. The successful candidate will initially start on a temporary agency basis for the first 3 months before transferring onto a fixed-term contract for the remainder of the assignment. \n This is an exciting opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation undergoing a period of significant activity and change. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making, ensuring robust financial management and helping to deliver key business priorities. Applications are welcomed from experienced Finance Business Partners and Management Accountants who are looking to take the next step in their career. Candidates with public sector experience will be particularly well suited to this opportunity. Your new role \n As Finance Business Partner, you will be responsible for providing high-quality management, accounting support and business partnering services to a range of senior stakeholders. You will take ownership of monthly management reporting, providing insightful analysis and commentary to support organisational performance and informed decision-making. You will lead the annual budgeting and business planning process, ensuring accurate financial forecasts and effective budget management throughout the year. Working closely with budget holders and senior leaders, you will provide financial guidance, challenge and support to help achieve strategic objectives. \n The role will also involve supporting government reporting requirements, budget reviews and spending submissions, while ensuring compliance with relevant financial controls and approval processes. You will maintain effective relationships with internal audit and other key stakeholders, contributing to strong governance and budgetary control across the organisation. In addition, you will be responsible for developing short and medium-term financial models to support planning activities, investment decisions and future resource requirements. \n This role requires you to work out of the Birmingham office 2 days per week. What you'll need to succeed \n To be successful in this role, you will be a part-qualified accountant or a qualified-by-experience finance professional with strong management accounting and business partnering experience. Previous experience within the public sector is highly desirable, although applications from candidates with transferable experience will also be considered. You will have a proven track record of delivering budgeting, forecasting and management reporting processes, alongside the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Strong communication skills are essential, with the confidence to explain complex financial information to non-finance colleagues and provide constructive challenge where required. \n You will be highly organised, resilient and able to work effectively within changing environments, managing multiple priorities while meeting tight deadlines. Strong Excel skills, excellent attention to detail and experience of financial modelling are important. Experience of project accounting would be advantageous. What you'll get in return \n In return, you will have the opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive organisation where finance plays a key role in driving performance and delivering meaningful outcomes. You will gain valuable exposure to senior stakeholders, strategic financial planning and business-critical projects, while working within a culture that values continuous improvement, open communication and professional development. \n This 12-month opportunity offers an excellent platform for an experienced finance professional seeking a varied and impactful role with significant stakeholder engagement and the chance to make a genuine difference. What you need to do now \n 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. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays

Your new company \n Hays are delighted to be supporting a manufacturing SME company based in Coleshill to recruit their next Financial Controller. \n Your new role \n This is an all-round sole charge FC role reporting to the Managing Director and will involve day-to-day control of the finance function including ledgers, financial and management accounts and payroll. The role is also operational, and they will work alongside the leadership team to help drive efficiencies and improvements in day-to-day, including cash flow management, stock analysis and improvements to systems. \n What you'll need to succeed \n We are looking for a fully Qualified Accountant with a background within SME manufacturing or engineering who is looking for a hands-on all-round role. \n What you'll get in return \n This office-based role will offer a base salary of £75,000-£85,000 depending on experience, good benefits and the chance to help shape and grow the company. \n What you need to do now \n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. \n 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. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays

Your new company \n CIS Accountant (CIS & Construction Focus)Birmingham City Centre (Hybrid - 2 Days in Office) \n £35,000 - £40,000 + Annual Discretionary Bonus \n Permanent | Full-Time \n A leading UK property consultancy is looking to appoint a Client Accountant to join its established Birmingham team. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong accounting fundamentals and practical exposure to the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) to join a highly respected organisation offering genuine career development, hybrid working and an outstanding benefits package. \n Working within a collaborative and supportive team, you'll be responsible for managing financial transactions and reporting for a portfolio of clients, ensuring the highest standards of financial control, compliance and client service. \n This role would suit candidates from a client accounting, property accounting, construction finance, assistant management accounting, accounts payable or assistant accountant background who have experience working with contractor payments, reconciliations, client funds and CIS processes. Your new role \n\n • Managing day-to-day financial transactions for a portfolio of clients\n, • Performing robust reconciliations of client accounts and client funds\n, • Preparing and processing payment runs in line with contractual deadlines\n, • Allocating incoming cash and tenant receipts\n, • Producing monthly client accounts, reports and financial information\n, • Preparing funding requests and reconciliations\n, • Managing client, tenant and stakeholder queries\n, • Maintaining accurate financial records and controls\n, • Supporting continuous improvement of processes and procedures\n, • Assisting with team supervision and supporting junior colleagues where required\n, • Supporting ad hoc projects and wider client accounting activities\n\n What you'll need to succeed \n We are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who can demonstrate practical experience of: \n\n • Construction Industry Scheme (CIS)\n, • Contractor and subcontractor payments\n, • CIS compliance and deductions\n, • Reconciliations and financial controls\n, • Payment processing and cash allocation\n, • Month-end accounting activities\n, • Working to tight deadlines within a busy finance function\n\n You will ideally have: \n\n • At least 2 years' experience within a finance or accounting environment\n, • Experience within property, construction, engineering or professional services sectors\n, • Strong Excel skills\n, • Excellent attention to detail\n, • A proactive and customer-focused approach\n\n Property accounting experience is advantageous but not essential. What you'll get in return \n\n • £35,000 - £40,000 Annual Discretionary Bonus\n, • Hybrid working (2 days in the office) Flexible working environment\n, • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Buy up to 5 additional holiday days 4% employer pension contribution (matched)\n, • + many more benefits\n\n What you need to do now \n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. \n 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. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays

Role: \n\n • Finance Manager / Company Accountant\n, • Sutton Coldfield, (Office-Based)\n, • £40,000 - £48,000 + Benefits\n\n A well-established, family-run SME within the retail sector is looking to appoint a hands-on Finance Manager / Company Accountant to support its growing operations. Based in Erdington, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, close-knit business where you can take real ownership of the day-to-day finance function. Description: \n Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will play a key role in managing the day-to-day finances of one arm of the business, allowing senior leadership to focus on strategic growth is a varied and practical role, ideal for someone who enjoys working in an SME environment and being involved across all aspects of finance. Key Responsibilities \n\n • Production of monthly management accounts with analysis\n, • Full responsibility for A-Z accounts\n, • VAT returns and HMRC compliance\n, • Overseeing day-to-day bookkeeping activities\n, • Managing sales and purchase ledger\n, • Processing payment runs and managing cash flow\n, • Bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations\n, • Payroll processing (in-house)\n, • Supporting budgeting and forecasting\n, • Stock and inventory accounting\n, • Credit control and aged debt management\n, • Supporting year-end processes and liaising with external accountants\n, • Ensuring financial controls and processes are maintained and improved\n\n What you'll need to succeed: \n\n • Experience in a similar Finance Manager / Company Accountant role\n, • Strong all-round accounting knowledge (AAT / part-qualified / QBE considered)\n, • Comfortable working in a hands-on SME environment\n, • Experience with VAT, payroll, and management accounts\n, • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills\n, • Confident communicator who can work closely with senior stakeholders\n\n What you'll get in return: \n\n • £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience\n, • 23 days holiday + birthday + bank holidays\n, • Office-based role with potential for 1 day WFH after probation\n, • Varied role with real ownership and autonomy\n, • Supportive and friendly working environment\n, • If you're looking for a broad and impactful role within a growing SME, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for more information.\n\n What you need to do now: \n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. \n 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. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays

Birmingham (Hybrid Working - Driving Required) \n 6-Month Contract \n About the Role \n \n We are currently recruiting four Schools Finance Officers to support Birmingham-based schools and academies in delivering effective financial management and governance is an excellent opportunity to work closely with headteachers, school Business Managers, and governing bodies, providing expert financial advice and strategic support across a range of educational settings. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Provide financial support and advice to schools and academies to ensure effective budget management\n, • Undertake budget planning and financial monitoring visits, including schools with local payment and cheque book facilities\n, • Produce accurate and timely financial reports for Governing Bodies and senior leadership teams\n, • Attend and present at Governing Body and Finance Committee meetings\n, • Support schools with financial systems and interpretation of financial data\n, • Identify and implement process and system improvements\n, • Build strong relationships with stakeholders across schools, academies, and external organisations\n, • Ensure delivery of services in line with Service Level Agreements and contracts\n\n What We're Looking For \n \n You will be a detail-oriented finance professional with a strong understanding of school funding and financial practices. You'll be confident working independently while building strong relationships with a range of stakeholders, ensuring schools are supported to achieve effective and compliant financial management. \n Essential Requirements \n\n • Proven experience in school financial management, including budget preparation and budgetary control\n, • Strong understanding of school finance systems and processes\n, • Experience producing financial monitoring reports and presenting to senior stakeholders\n, • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills\n, • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Birmingham\n\n Systems Experience (Essential)Experience using one or more of the following: \n\n • Bromcom\n, • FMS\n, • Access Finance / Access Budgeting\n, • Arbor\n\n Don't miss this opportunity-apply now by sending your updated CV to be considered for these roles. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays

Your new company \n Birmingham City Centre | Hybrid Working (3 Days Office / 2 Days Home) | £38,000 - £50,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits \n A well-established and growing property organisation is seeking a Property Accountant to join its finance team in Birmingham city centre. Offering hybrid working, a competitive salary, annual bonus, and genuine career development opportunities, this is an excellent opportunity for somebody looking to further their career within the property sector. \n The business is open to considering candidates from a variety of property finance backgrounds. Whilst previous client accounting experience would be advantageous, the company is willing to train and develop the right individual who possesses strong accounting fundamentals, property sector exposure and experience using Yardi. Your new role \n\n • Manage financial reporting requirements across a portfolio of properties and clients\n, • Produce accurate and timely financial reports in line with agreed deadlines\n, • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, tenants, suppliers, and internal stakeholders\n, • Respond to account queries and provide financial analysis where required\n, • Ensure financial data is maintained accurately and updated promptly\n, • Process and review accounting transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls\n, • Monitor client funding positions and support effective cash management across portfolios\n, • Oversee rent, service charge, rates, and other property-related payments\n, • Review property expenditure, working closely with surveyors, facilities managers, and suppliers to resolve queries\n, • Perform cash and bank reconciliations across multiple property accounts\n, • Attend client meetings and support the delivery of a high-quality finance service\n\n What you'll need to succeed \n\n • Experience working within a property, real estate, or property management environment\n, • Strong accounting knowledge and financial reporting experience\n, • Previous experience using Yardi is highly desirable\n, • Experience within client accounting or service charge accounting would be beneficial but is not essential\n, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills\n, • Strong Excel skills and attention to detail\n, • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment\n\n What you'll get in return \n\n • £38,000 - £45,000 (scope for up to £50,000 for an exceptional candidate)\n, • Discretionary annual bonus\n, • Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home\n, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays\n, • Competitive pension scheme\n, • Annual salary reviews\n, • Birmingham city centre location with excellent transport links\n, • Ongoing training and development opportunities\n, • Long-term career progression within a successful and growing property business\n\n \n This is an excellent opportunity for a property finance professional seeking a varied, stakeholder-facing role within a respected organisation that is willing to invest in and develop the right candidate. Experience within property accounting and Yardi exposure will be highly valued, whilst full client accounting responsibilities can be developed on the job for the successful individual. What you need to do now \n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. \n 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. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays

Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a well-established firm of Chartered Accountants in Birmingham, in their search for an Audit Semi Senior to join their expanding team. This role comes with flexible working, a generous company pension, and much more, all within a firm that genuinely invests in the growth of its people. Known for its supportive culture and strong reputation across the Midlands, this firm offers an excellent platform for an ambitious Audit professional to take the next step in their career. \n Crowe Watson Recruitment has built a strong reputation within UK accountancy practice recruitment, working closely with both candidates and firms to find the right long term fit rather than a quick placement. As a specialist consultancy focused exclusively on Audit, Accounts, and Tax, we understand the nuances of practice careers and are well placed to guide you through every stage of the process, from initial conversation through to offer. \n This is a fantastic opportunity for an Audit Semi Senior looking to work across a varied client portfolio, gain further exposure to different sectors, and progress towards more senior responsibilities within a firm that values technical development and career progression. You will be joining a collaborative team environment where your contribution is recognised and your professional growth is actively supported. \n You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you. \n Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. \n Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative, and salary is dependent on experience. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Assist in planning, executing, and completing audit assignments across a range of clients\n, • Prepare statutory accounts and audit files in line with current UK accounting standards\n, • Support senior team members with client queries and audit fieldwork\n, • Identify and communicate audit findings to seniors and managers\n, • Build strong working relationships with clients across a variety of sectors\nRequirements\n\n, • ACA or ACCA student, working towards full qualification\n, • Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment\n, • Strong understanding of audit processes and accounting standards\n, • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail\n, • Ability to manage multiple client deadlines effectively\n\n

Our client, a very reputable firm are looking to appoint a Legal Secretary for their Family Department based in Birmingham. You will be tasked with providing secretarial support and assistance. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced secretary to play a key role in assisting our client of expert legal personnel within a friendly and supportive team environment. \n To be considered for the role, you'll require the following essentials: \n\n • Experience of working within the Legal Sector as a Secretary\n, • Experience & Knowledge of Family Law\n, • Proven audiotyping experience\n, • Knowledge of MS Office & Case Management Systems\n, • Excellent communication skills - both written & verbal\n, • Strong organisational skills\n, • High attention to detail\n\n Within this position, you'll also be: \n\n • Audio & copy typing, emailing, photocopying, filing of letters, emails and documents\n, • Completing forms and drafting documents\n, • Assisting with the preparation of court bundles\n, • Opening & closing of client files\n, • Running, managing & maintaining files on a case management system and following file procedures\n, • Speaking to clients and professional contacts, personally and by telephone, answering queries, giving information and making appointments\n, • Handling initial client enquiries \n, • Arranging of appointments & managing fee earners diaries\n, • Attending team meetings as required\n, • Covering reception as required\n\n Salary & Working Hours \n Salary is £24,000 - £28,000 per annum, dependant on experience \n Working Hours are Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm with 1 hours' lunch \n Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. \n Talk Staff Recruitment act as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. \n See our website for more details and jobs available - \n

Head of SalesAccountancy Channel and Strategic Partnerships\n Salary: £75,000 basic plus uncapped bonusOTE: £120,000+Location: UK-wide, field-led \n A fast-growing specialist tax advisory firm is looking for an experienced Head of Sales to lead its national sales function, grow revenue through the accountancy channel and build new strategic partnerships. \n You will manage an established sales team of three, lead from the front on key opportunities and help grow the team to six or seven as the business scales. The role\n\n • \n Lead, coach and develop the sales team \n • \n Own sales performance, revenue targets and pipeline growth \n • \n Win new business through accountancy firm referrals \n • \n Build relationships with Managing Partners, Tax Partners and senior advisers \n • \n Develop new sales channels across corporate finance, legal and wealth \n • \n Lead key pitches, negotiations and high-value opportunities \n • \n Set clear sales KPIs and performance expectations \n • \n Improve forecasting, conversion rates and pipeline visibility \n • \n Drive consistent use of HubSpot across the sales team \n • \n Work closely with Partners, technical teams and marketing \nWhat we are looking for\n You will have proven sales leadership experience within professional services or another consultative, referral-led market. \n You do not need to be a tax specialist, but you must be comfortable selling technical services and building trusted relationships with accountants and advisers. \n You will need: \n\n • \n A strong track record of delivering sales growth \n • \n Experience managing and developing salespeople \n • \n Experience selling through referral, partner or intermediary channels \n • \n Confidence leading senior sales conversations \n • \n Strong pipeline management and forecasting skills \n • \n A hands-on, consultative sales style \n • \n The ability to build both a sales strategy and a high-performing team \n\n Relevant backgrounds may include tax advisory, accountancy, professional services, financial advisory, corporate finance, legal, wealth or accountancy technology. The opportunity\n\n • \n £75,000 basic salary \n • \n Uncapped bonus \n • \n Commission on personal sales \n • \n Override on team performance \n • \n Realistic earnings of £120,000+ \n • \n Existing sales team of three \n • \n Opportunity to grow the team to six or seven \n • \n Direct Partner exposure \n • \n Ownership of the national sales strategy \n • \n Flexible, field-led working \n\n There is no preferred UK location. The successful person will be associated with their nearest office: \n\n • \n Birmingham \n • \n Bristol \n • \n Glasgow \n • \n Leeds \n • \n London \n • \n Manchester \n • \n Nottingham \n • \n Sheffield \n\n This is a national sales role, with the expectation that you will spend your time building accountancy relationships, developing strategic partnerships and leading the team to deliver revenue growth. \n Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.

Semi Senior Accountant Birmingham (Hybrid) Salary up to £35,000 (DOE) Butler Rose, public practice is delighted to be supporting one of our clients a well established firm based in Birmingham. They've got a great opportunity for a Semi Senior Accountant to join their team. This is a great career growth and development opportunity. Role Requirements- \n\n • Assisting in the management of a small portfolio of clients and taking responsibility for ensuring their bookkeeping, management reporting, statutory accounts and any ad-hoc tasks are prepared to a high standard and on a timely basis.\n, • Preparation of management accounts and reports.\n, • Preparation of VAT returns.\n, • Working with the client managers to understand the client's requirements and identifying areas where more detailed advice may be required.\n, • Identify opportunities for any additional services that clients may need and liaise with subject specialists.\n, • Supporting junior members of staff with their training, including reviewing their bookkeeping.\n, • Preparation of billing proposals.\n\n Person Responsibilities - \n\n • Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in an Accountancy practice\n, • ICAEW/ ACCA (or equivalent) qualified or qualified by experience\n, • Committed to maintaining their technical knowledge to a high level\n, • Competent in using MS Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel\n, • Competent using Xero and accounting software such as Iris or similar\n, • Self-motivated and able to apply relevant skills to new scenarios\n, • Good people and communication skills (including telephone manner)\n, • Ability to work under pressure with accuracy and focus\n, • Ability to work within a team and to be able to complete tasks independently with little assistance\n, • Demonstrates excellent analytical and research skills\n, • Experience with reviewing work\n, • Cashflow forecasting, tax management and budgetary control experience preferable\n, • Sales invoicing and credit control experience preferable\n, • Exposure to billing and understanding of commerciality\n\n Employee Benefits- \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • 23 days holiday + public holidays\n, • Additional holiday day per year of service\n, • Pension contributions in excess of statutory minimum\n, • Health plan benefits\n, • Parking Permit\n, • Clear pathways of progression to management and beyond\n, • Supported study towards appropriate accountancy qualification\n, • Ongoing training and development\n, • Relaxed dress code\n\n This is an outstanding opportunity for the right individual to join this firm of choice. If you are contemplating your next move and the above sounds of real interest, please do not hesitate in applying now and I will be in touch to discuss further and in complete confidence. This role is advertised by Liezl Botha, Butler Rose (AGY) \n \n Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. \n

Pinewood.AI is looking for a qualified Management Accountant to join our growing Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with around 2–3 years’ post-qualified experience who is looking to step into a broader, hands-on role with exposure across the business. \n You’ll play a key role in the preparation of the month-end accounting pack, supporting UK management accounts, and contributing to group reporting, with exposure to global consolidation activity. Alongside core financial reporting, forecasting and budgeting, you’ll work closely with colleagues across Finance and the wider business to support accurate accounting, provide financial insight and help drive continuous improvement. \n This is a varied role that would suit someone who enjoys taking ownership, working collaboratively and getting involved across multiple areas of finance. \n \n Key responsibilities: \n\n • Prepare the month-end accounting pack, including journals, reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and supporting schedules.\n, • Support the preparation of UK management accounts and contribute to group reporting, with exposure to global consolidation activity.\n, • Work with colleagues across Finance to gather, review and validate information required for reporting.\n, • Review work prepared by an accountant, providing day-to-day guidance, support and coaching.\n, • Assist with forecasting, budgeting and regular financial planning activities.\n, • Support payment runs, bank management and other core finance activities.\n, • Support accounting for key customer arrangements, including billing, revenue recognition and related financial reporting.\n, • Partner with Finance and operational stakeholders to resolve accounting queries and support accurate financial reporting.\n, • Produce financial analysis and management information to support decision-making.\n, • Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting.\n, • Support wider Finance projects and business initiatives where required.\n\n \n Requirements: \n\n • ACA or CIMA qualified, with around 2–3 years’ post-qualified experience.\n, • Previous experience in a Management Accountant or similar finance role.\n, • Experience gained within a Top 10 accountancy firm, or a similarly high-performing finance environment.\n, • Strong understanding of month-end processes and management accounts preparation.\n, • Experience preparing journals, reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and supporting accounting schedules.\n, • Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activity.\n, • Exposure to group reporting, consolidation or multi-entity finance processes would be beneficial.\n, • Experience with commercial or customer-focused accounting activity, such as billing, revenue recognition or complex customer arrangements.\n, • Strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail and a logical, methodical approach.\n, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and explain financial information clearly.\n, • Experience reviewing, supporting or mentoring team members.\n, • Ability to prioritise a varied workload, manage competing deadlines and work both independently and collaboratively.\n, • Flexible, hands-on approach with the confidence to work across month-end, reporting, planning and operational finance activity.\n\n \n Why join Pinewood.AI? \n This is a great opportunity for a qualified accountant who wants more than a narrow month-end role. You’ll join a growing Finance team at an exciting point for the business, with the chance to take ownership of key accounting activity, gain exposure to group reporting and global consolidation, and work closely with stakeholders across Finance and the wider organisation. \n You’ll also have the opportunity to support and develop another accountant within the team, giving you valuable experience in reviewing work, coaching and helping others progress. \n If you’re looking for a role that gives you variety, responsibility and room to broaden your experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Finance Business Partner \n Oldbury | £55,000 - £62,000 | Hybrid working \n Are you looking for a finance role where you can influence strategic decisions and help shape the future sustainability of vital housing services? Do you have strong business partnering experience and enjoy working closely with senior stakeholders? Are you ready to make an impact within a large and complex organisation undergoing significant transformation? \n This is an exciting opportunity to join a large public sector organisation as a Finance Business Partner. Working closely with Housing leaders, you will provide strategic financial insight, challenge and support to help navigate financial pressures and ensure the long-term sustainability of one of the largest Housing Revenue Accounts in the country. \n This role offers the opportunity to join an ambitious and growing finance team, where you will play a key part in improving financial decision making, strengthening processes and supporting the delivery of high-quality public services. \n What you’ll do \n • Act as the dedicated finance business partner to Housing services, providing clear, pragmatic and constructive financial advice.• Work closely with budget holders to develop and deliver savings plans that align expenditure with changing financial pressures.• Support the costing, implementation and monitoring of savings initiatives across the Housing Revenue Account.• Provide robust financial challenge and insight, helping senior stakeholders understand the financial position, risks and opportunities.• Lead on budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting for the HRA, ensuring key stakeholders have accurate information to support decision making.• Support longer-term financial planning to improve the sustainability of housing services.• Ensure compliance with relevant HRA regulations, guidance and financial governance requirements.• Contribute to continuous improvement across financial processes, controls and reporting. \n The organisation is on an exciting journey of improvement and transformation, having made significant progress in recent years and continuing to invest in its people, services and communities. With a strong focus on learning and development, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a finance function that values collaboration, professional growth and delivering meaningful impact. \n What you’ll need \n • A full CCAB accountancy qualification.• Experience working as a Finance Business Partner or within a similar stakeholder-facing finance role.• Experience of Housing Revenue Account finance is desirable, although candidates from other relevant backgrounds are encouraged to apply.• The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and confidently to non-finance stakeholders.• Strong relationship-building skills with the resilience and credibility to operate in a challenging financial environment.• A proactive and solutions-focused approach with the ability to influence decision making.• The ambition and capability to develop within a large and complex organisation. \n Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged to avoid missing out.

Private Client Tax Senior\n Location: West MidlandsSalary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (depending on experience) About the Opportunity\n We are working on behalf of a well-established and highly respected independent accountancy and business advisory firm that is looking to recruit a Private Client Tax Senior to join its growing tax team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tax professional who enjoys managing a varied portfolio of private clients while working within a collaborative and supportive environment. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their technical expertise, build strong client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of the firm's private client offering. The Role\n As a Private Client Tax Senior, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of private clients, ensuring compliance obligations are met while identifying opportunities to provide proactive tax planning advice. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Managing a portfolio of personal tax clients, including high-net-worth individuals, directors, landlords and sole traders.\n, • Preparing and reviewing Self Assessment tax returns.\n, • Managing Capital Gains Tax and Inheritance Tax compliance matters.\n, • Assisting clients with tax planning opportunities and providing practical advice.\n, • Liaising directly with HMRC on behalf of clients.\n, • Reviewing work prepared by junior team members where appropriate.\n, • Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues.\n, • Building and maintaining strong client relationships.\n, • Keeping up to date with changes in UK tax legislation.\n, • Working closely with Partners and Managers on advisory projects.\nAbout You\n The successful candidate will ideally have: \n\n • A minimum of 3 years' experience within a UK accountancy practice in a personal tax role.\n, • ATT qualified, CTA part-qualified or CTA qualified (preferred but not essential).\n, • Strong technical knowledge of UK personal taxation.\n, • Experience managing a portfolio of private clients.\n, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.\n, • A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail.\n, • The ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.\n, • Experience using tax software such as CCH, Iris, Digita or similar would be advantageous.\nWhat's on Offer\n\n, • Salary of £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience.\n, • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.\n, • Competitive annual leave entitlement.\n, • Company pension scheme.\n, • Ongoing professional development and study support where appropriate.\n, • Clear opportunities for career progression.\n, • Supportive, collaborative team environment.\n, • Exposure to a varied and interesting client portfolio.\n\n If you're an experienced Private Client Tax professional looking to take the next step in your career with a progressive and supportive accountancy practice, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

Senior Tax Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CTA)Birmingham | Hybrid | Advisory Exposure & Clear ProgressionIf you're looking for a role where you'll do more than prepare tax returns, this could be exactly what you're looking for.We're recruiting on behalf of a growing independent accountancy practice seeking an experienced tax professional to join their team in a senior capacity. This is an opportunity to combine technical compliance work with genuine advisory exposure, working closely with senior leadership on a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses and individuals.What you'll be doing\n\n • Reviewing corporation tax and personal tax returns\n, • Supporting a range of tax advisory projects\n, • Identifying tax planning opportunities for clients\n, • Providing technical guidance to colleagues\n, • Building trusted client relationships\n, • Reviewing accounts from a tax perspective and ensuring work is completed to a high standard\n, • Contributing to process improvements and maintaining excellent client service\nWhat we're looking for\n\n, • ACA, ACCA or CTA qualified (or qualified by experience with strong tax expertise)\n, • Previous experience within an accountancy practice\n, • Strong knowledge of corporation tax and personal tax\n, • Experience reviewing work and supporting junior team members\n, • A proactive approach and a genuine interest in tax advisory work\n, • Excellent communication and client relationship skills\nWhat's on offer?\n\n, • Hybrid working\n, • Salary of £45,000–£60,000 depending on experience\n, • Professional subscriptions paid\n, • Support towards further tax qualifications where appropriate\n, • A collaborative team with direct exposure to senior decision-makers\n, • Clear opportunities to develop your advisory experience and progress your career \n

\n £55,000 to £65,000 plus Car, Bonus & Benefits \n Birmingham, Nottingham, or Derby (On-Site) \n ABPM are working exclusively with a fast-scaling property services company to hire an M&A Manager to help the M&A Director identify and manage the acquisition pipeline from the inception of targets to completion. Backed by leading investors and scaling quickly through acquisition, the business is consolidating and modernising a fragmented sector through synergistic alignment and operational excellence. \n What you'll be doing: A target-facing corporate finance role offering exposure across the full transaction lifecycle, including: \n\n • Mergers & acquisitions.\n, • Business and acquisitions.\n, • Financial due diligence.\n, • Valuations and strategic advisory work.\n, • Financial modelling and analysis.\n\n You will play a key role in managing live transactions, advising management through commercial decisions, and building relationships with targets, advisers, and stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes. \n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Lead and project manage the transactions from initiation through to completion.\n, • Prepare detailed reports, presentations, proposals, and deliverables internally and externally.\n, • Support and review financial modelling and transaction analysis.\n, • Act as a key point of contact throughout live deal processes.\n, • Build strong relationships with lawyers.\n, • Contribute to networking and business development initiatives across the target market.\n, • Work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider group.\n\n We are keen to speak with ambitious corporate finance professionals who wish to work in an exciting and busy in-house function and want broader exposure across the full transaction spectrum. \n You will have: \n\n • A recognised accountancy or finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CFA).\n, • Previous experience within corporate finance, transaction services, M&A, or deal advisory.\n, • Exposure to end-to-end transaction execution.\n, • Strong financial analysis and modelling capability.\n, • Excellent communication and client relationship skills.\n, • The confidence to present to targets and the investment board directly.\n, • A proactive, commercially minded approach.\n, • Experience managing multiple deadlines and priorities simultaneously.\n\n If this is the opportunity for you to make it into commerce as the pathway to a leadership role, then this will certainly appeal. Please email ABPM your CV with a supporting cover letter quoting our job reference DE940267, phone to discuss in more detail, or apply online. \n \n All contact details can be found via our website.

If you are a senior tax professional seeking a role where your expertise will genuinely make an impact, this Corporate Tax Senior Manager opportunity with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Birmingham could be exactly what you have been looking for. Crowe Watson Recruitment, one of the UK’s most respected specialist accountancy practice recruiters, is delighted to be supporting this highly regarded firm in their search for a standout individual. The firm is offering flexible working arrangements, a company pension, and much more, ensuring that the right candidate is rewarded not only with exceptional career prospects but also with a package that reflects their contribution. \n Birmingham continues to cement its position as one of the UK’s most dynamic professional services markets, and this firm sits at the heart of that growth, advising an impressive and diverse portfolio of corporate clients across a wide range of sectors. As Corporate Tax Senior Manager, you will take a leading role in the delivery of high-quality compliance and advisory services, working alongside partners to drive the development of the tax offering and build on already strong client relationships. This is a role with genuine scope for progression, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to shape the future direction of a well-established and ambitious tax team. \n Crowe Watson Recruitment works exclusively within accountancy practice, and our deep understanding of the market means we are uniquely placed to support professionals at this senior level. The ideal candidate will be CTA and/or ACA qualified, with a strong technical grounding in corporate tax and the commercial acumen to deliver real value to clients. You will be a confident communicator, a natural leader, and someone who thrives in a high-quality, people-focused environment where your development and wellbeing are taken seriously. \n You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you. \n Please note that Crowe Watson is unable to support applications requiring sponsorship. \n Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Lead the delivery of corporate tax compliance and advisory services across a varied and complex client portfolio\n, • Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted adviser at senior level\n, • Manage, mentor, and develop junior and mid-level members of the tax team\n, • Work closely with partners on business development initiatives and new client opportunities\n, • Contribute to the strategic growth and direction of the tax department\nRequirements\n\n, • CTA and/or ACA qualified, with significant corporate tax experience gained in a practice environment\n, • Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment\n, • Proven ability to manage a complex portfolio and deliver high-quality advisory work\n, • Strong leadership and team management skills with a track record of developing others\n, • Excellent communication and client relationship management skills\n\n

Overview \n Mitchell Adam are delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded professional services firm who are looking to appoint a Client Accountant to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant who enjoys combining strong technical reporting with regular client interaction, offering the chance to manage your own portfolio while becoming a trusted financial contact for a range of high-profile property clients. \n Working closely with clients throughout the reporting cycle, you will be responsible for preparing monthly and quarterly management accounts, including full P&L reporting, balance sheets and detailed variance analysis. Beyond producing the numbers, you will present financial information directly to clients, walking them through performance, answering queries and providing clear, meaningful insight to support their decision-making. This is a role that places as much emphasis on communication and relationship building as it does on technical accounting. \n Joining a highly respected and collaborative team, you will gain exposure to a varied portfolio while working alongside experienced professionals who are committed to maintaining exceptional standards of client service. With opportunities to improve reporting, strengthen client relationships and develop your own portfolio over time, this role offers an excellent platform for someone looking to build a long-term career within client-facing finance. \n Skills Needed \n\n • Previous experience producing management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and variance analysis.\n, • Experience working within an accountancy practice, outsourcing environment or client accounting role would be highly advantageous.\n, • Confident presenting financial information and building relationships with clients and senior stakeholders.\n, • Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyse financial data and produce meaningful reporting.\n, • ACCA/CIMA part-qualified, actively working towards qualification.\n\n What You Will Receive \n\n • The opportunity to manage your own portfolio of property clients within a highly respected professional firm.\n, • A varied, client-facing role combining technical accounting with relationship management.\n, • Exposure to a broad range of businesses, allowing you to develop commercially as well as technically.\n, • A collaborative environment with ongoing mentoring, professional development and clear progression opportunities.\n, • Flexible working and an excellent benefits package within a business renowned for investing in its people.\n\n Summary \n This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant who enjoys building relationships as much as producing high-quality financial reporting. If you're looking to move into a role where you'll become a trusted adviser to your own portfolio of property clients while continuing to develop technically within a respected professional firm, please apply now.

Business Support Manager role based in Birmingham. This role is full time and offers the opportunity of hybrid working. \n Client Details \n My client is a large accountancy firm who are looking for a Business Support Manager in Birmingham. \n Description \n\n • Manage and coordinate administrative functions to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.\n, • Supervise and guide the secretarial and business support team to achieve objectives.\n, • Streamline processes to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery.\n, • Act as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders regarding administrative requirements.\n, • Monitor and allocate resources to meet team and organisational goals effectively.\n, • Prepare and manage budgets related to the business support department.\n, • Oversee compliance with organisational policies and regulatory requirements.\n, • Identify opportunities for training and development within the business support team.\n\n Profile \n A successful Business Support Manager should have: \n\n • Proven experience in managing administrative functions within a professional services environment.\n, • Strong leadership and team management skills.\n, • Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.\n, • Proficiency in utilising business management tools and systems.\n, • Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.\n, • Can commute to Birmingham\n\n Job Offer \n\n • Competitive salary ranging\n, • Comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being.\n, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.\n, • Permanent role with potential for career progression.\n, • Supportive and structured company culture.\n, • Will consider applicants from Manchester and Cardiff too.\n\n

Your new companyJoin an independent black-country accountancy practice experiencing continued growth. Working with a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses, you'll be part of a supportive team that values professional development and offers genuine career progression opportunities. \n Your new roleThere is flexibility in this role - whether you want to be more focused on audit or more focused on accounts - dependent on your skill-set. \n If you're more audit oriented, you'll spend around 80% of your time dedicated to audit and 20% spent preparing accounts and drafting tax computations.If you prefer accounts and tax work, the role can be fully focused on managing a client portfolio and supporting with accounts preparation, reviewing the work of more junior members of the team and undertaking tax work. Either way, you'll build strong client relationships and gain an understanding of their businesses and how to best support them. \n You'll have direct support from experienced Directors who will aid your development and enable you to grow within the role. \n What you'll need to succeedOur client's ideal candidate will be ACA or ACCA qualified with a minimum of 3 years' practice experience. Strong technical and communication skills will be required, and you'll have a proactive attitude and desire to progress your career. \n What you'll get in returnThis firm offer a competitive salary reviewed annually, 30 days holiday (inc. Bank Holidays), competitive benefits package, ongoing training and CPD support. You'll also have structured performance and development reviews and clear progression opportunities within a growing practice. \n What you need to do nowIf you're looking to join a successful independent firm where your development is genuinely supported, we'd love to hear from you. \n Apply today for a confidential discussion about this opportunity. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Description\n At Jerroms, part of the Sumer Group (one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy practices), we know our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re not just colleagues – we’re a community. We’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow professionally and personally, with access to mentorship, learning opportunities, and a clear path for progression. We're looking for an experienced Payroll Assistant to join our expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong payroll background to play a key role in delivering high quality payroll services across a diverse client base. If you have experience in a payroll bureau or an in house payroll setting, we'd love to hear from you! \n \n Key Responsibilities\n\n • Managing a portfolio of clients, ensuring accurate and timely processing of weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls\n, • Processing complex payrolls\n, • Uploading payslips and other payroll documentation to our payroll software\n, • Performing end-to-end payroll processing including data entry, validation, and reconciliation of payrolls\n, • Preparing and reviewing payroll reports for clients, including variance analysis and audit trails\n, • Submitting Real Time Information (RTI) reports and other statutory filings to HMRC accurately and on time\n, • Uploading pension contributions to relevant pension providers and managing compliance with auto-enrolment requirements \n, • Advising clients on PAYE liabilities, pension deductions, employee benefits, statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP), and tax codes\n, • Administering and advising on Earnings Arrestments and Attachment of Earnings Orders in line with legal requirements \n, • Reporting and recoverable statutory payments and Apprenticeship Levy to HMRC\n, • Manual Calculations on all elements (Tax, NIC, Director NIC, Student Loan, Earnings Arrestment’s & Pensions)\n, • We are an approved BACS Bureau – we are responsible for making salary & PAYE payments on behalf of our clients each month, by the required dates\n, • CIS – Preparation and submission of monthly CIS Returns and CIS Suffered submissions to HMRC\n, • Building effective and long-term working relationships with each of your client\n\n Skills, Knowledge & Expertise\n\n • Proven experience working in a payroll bureau or busy payroll department handling multiple payrolls\n, • Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and HMRC regulations, including RTI, auto-enrolment, statutory payments and CIS\n, • Proficiency in cloud based payroll systems with the ability to learn other systems if required\n, • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to manage data sets, use formulas, and create reports\n, • Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all aspects of payroll processing \n, • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex payroll matters to clients in a clear and professional manner \n, • Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workload and meet strict deadlines \nBelong @ Sumer\n At Sumer, we know everyone’s journey is different. That’s why we’re committed to fairness, removing barriers and giving people the support they need to do their best work. If you need any support during the hiring process, just let us know.Our values represent what matters most to us and guide how we work every day: \n\n • We Shine Together\n, • We Do the Right Thing\n, • We Make It Count\n\n We know diverse teams make us stronger. That’s why we’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs and differences are valued and celebrated

Accounts Manager\n Location: Birmingham (Hybrid Working Available)Department: Accounts & AdvisoryReporting to: Directors / Senior Leadership Team The Role\n We are working with a well-established accountancy practice seeking an experienced Accounts Manager to take ownership of a varied client portfolio while leading a small team. This is a key role focused on delivering high-quality accounts, tax and advisory services while ensuring excellent client relationships and efficient workflow management. This position offers a genuine blend of technical delivery, client advisory work and team leadership, with strong scope for progression within a growing and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Manage a portfolio of limited companies, partnerships and sole traders\n, • Review statutory accounts, VAT returns and corporation tax computations\n, • Act as the main point of contact for key clients, providing proactive advice\n, • Oversee workflow, deadlines and quality control across the accounts team\n, • Support and develop junior and senior team members through coaching and review\n, • Identify opportunities for advisory work and additional services\n, • Liaise with senior leadership on client and technical matters\n, • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal procedures\nAbout You\n\n, • ACA or ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience within practice\n, • Strong background in UK accountancy practice with portfolio management experience\n, • Confident reviewing accounts, tax returns and management information\n, • Proven ability to supervise and develop team members\n, • Strong communication skills and commercial awareness\n, • Comfortable managing deadlines and multiple client priorities\nWhat's on Offer\n\n, • Competitive salary and performance-related bonus\n, • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements\n, • Clear progression to Senior Manager level\n, • Pension scheme and professional fees paid\n, • Ongoing training and development support\n, • Supportive and collaborative team culture\nApply\n If you're an experienced practice professional looking for a step up or a new challenge in a leadership-focused Accounts Manager role, we'd be happy to discuss the opportunity confidentially.

The role requires strong technical knowledge, confident client handling skills, and the ability to review and support the work of junior team members while contributing to the wider success of the tax team. \n Client Details \n Our client is a well established and growing independent accountancy and advisory firm with multiple offices across the Midlands. The firm advises a wide range of owner managed businesses, groups and private clients, combining tax, audit and consultancy expertise to support long term growth, transactions and strategic change. Continued investment in their Corporate and Transactions Tax capability has created the need for an additional Manager to support increasing client demand. \n Description \n\n • Managing a portfolio of corporate clients and overseeing compliance work with scope to do advisory work.\n, • Preparing and reviewing corporation tax returns, including group structures.\n, • Calculating and advising clients of quarterly instalment payments.\n, • Acting as a key point of contact for clients, building trusted relationships and providing ongoing tax support.\n, • Liaising with HMRC to resolve client queries and handle communications.\n, • Preparing and reviewing trust and estate tax returns.\n, • Liaising with HMRC to resolve client queries and handle communications.\n, • Reviewing the work of junior team members and supporting their trai and development.\n\n Profile \n\n • Ideal ATT Qualified\n, • Solid knowledge of UK corporation tax.\n, • Experience preparing and reviewing company tax returns independently.\n, • A proactive and professional approach, with strong attention to detail.\n, • Ability to manage deadlines, prioritise tasks, and maintain a high standard of client service.\n, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.\n, • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.\n, • Proficient in various accounting software's and MS Office.\n, • Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail.\n\n Job Offer \n\n • Competitive salary DOE\n, • Midlands based role with office options in Birmingham\n, • Hybrid working model\n, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays\n, • Clear and structured career progression as the team continues to grow\n, • Exposure to complex corporate tax advisory work alongside senior specialists\n

Churchill Howard are working with a successful global brand named organisation to recruit an Internal Audit Manager for a role based in Birmingham. This is a fantastic career opportunity for the right individual as the company has enjoyed great success over the past 10 years and is set to continue to thrive in the future with continued investment planned to support an increase in demand for the services offered.The role supports the Director of Audit and involves:- Operational and financial internal audit projects across all areas of the organisation.- Provide assurance - focusing on areas of improvement and making recommendations to the board and senior stakeholders.- Support the corporate governance requirements of the business.- Focus on risk and control issues and when required challenge senior stakeholders regarding this.- Develop and maintain business partnerships in key areas across the company and promote internal audit accordingly.You may be from a top tier practice background, degree educated, holding a professional accountancy qualification with 3-4+ years of practical experience in external or internal audit and a knowledge of compliance, risk and best practice governance. You should be a good communicator who can influence and act with integrity to support the values of the business. You could currently be at Associate, Assistant Manager or Manager level - so this could represent a great opportunity to not only break into industry and commerce but also provide a step up to a managerial role learning from and supporting the Director of Internal Audit.The culture of this company rewards success and recognises good work with rewards and career development opportunities. They are also a disability confident employer.An offer would secure a competitive salary, benefits including a lucrative bonus scheme and car allowance.Applicants of all ages and backgrounds with the relevant skills and experience are encouraged to apply. Churchill Howard acts in its capacity as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for temporary recruitment.

About the Business \n An opportunity to be a CommercialManagement Accountant for an international company based in Birmingham, who offer hybrid working. This role provides the opportunity to develop your skills and is perfect for a qualified accountant in a recognised accountancy qualification, while paying £50,000 -£55,000. You’ll work within a supportive team with low staff turnover – a great environment to settle into a group with brilliant culture. You’ll work closely with the Finance Business Partner, providing an opportunity to gain valuable experience – ideal if you have the desire to progress onto a similar position. \n Main Duties: \n As a Commercial Management Accountant, your main duties include: \n\n • Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts.\n, • Take ownership of producing the monthly Management Information Pack for Board review and distribution.\n, • Support the preparation of rolling monthly forecasts and the annual budgeting process, including providing detailed analysis where required.\n, • Communicate effectively with the line manager, highlighting any risks and opportunities identified.\n, • Drive profitability and continuous improvement by reviewing, analysing, and challenging existing processes and practices.\n, • Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts, ensuring audit sign-off is achieved in line with Birmingham Airport deadlines.\n, • Liaise with external stakeholders to resolve any financial queries.\n, • Maintain and update financial models as required.\n, • Provide support and relevant information for the annual audit process.\n, • Partner with non-financial managers to support wider business financial understanding and decision-making.\n, • Support Finance Business Partners with investment appraisals and business case analysis.\n, • Complete balance sheet reconciliations accurately and in a timely manner.\n, • Raise commercial and ad-hoc invoices as requested by Finance Business Partners.\n, • Undertake any other duties appropriate to the level of the role as required.\n\n Location / Office / Culture \n The role is hybrid with 3 days in the Birmingham based office. The business is proud of its supportive culture and there is a low staff turnover – the company really looks after its employees. You’ll report into the Lead Finance Business Partner – a good chance to gain valuable experience. \n What We Are Looking For \n The ideal candidate will have: \n\n • Qualified in ACCA/CIMA/ACA\n, • Experience in a management accounting role, including month-end close and reporting.\n, • Strong Excel skills, with experience or interest in Power Apps and data visualisation tools to support automation and insight.\n, • Confident communicator, able to engage effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.\n, • Proactive in driving process improvements and using technology to enhance efficiency.\n, • Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.\n, • Degree educated (or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related analytical discipline is a bonus but not essential.\n\n Why Join the business \n\n • Hybrid working arrangement\n, • A chance to gain valuable experience working directly with the Lead Finance Business Partner\n, • Supportive team\n, • The business has low staff turnover – they really look after their employees\n, • A chance to join an internationally recognised logistics company\n\n About Us \n We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly. \n Ref: VL73099

At S&W, we help our clients thrive by simplifying the complex, illuminating new paths, and shaping solutions that make a difference. As one of the UK’s top 10 fastest-growing accountancy firms, we have been a trusted partner since 1881—helping businesses and individuals meet challenges and seize opportunities across generations. Built on expertise and driven by ambition, we provide a comprehensive range of services, including tax and accountancy, advisory and assurance, corporate finance, and restructuring. We are defined by our purpose—to help navigate challenges, unlock potential, and achieve the extraordinary. What will you be doing? We’re seeking a talented individual to support with the growth of our Financial Services Corporate Finance team and join as Director in London. As Director you will play a key role in leading and managing the relationship with clients, with the aim of developing new business from your current client base and beyond. As Director, your responsibilities will include among others Client service/Client work • Provide excellent client service at all times and ensure that the customer experience is a priority across your team and that services provided are in line with the group’s Conduct Risk framework., • Strive to achieve the Exceptional Advisor competencies and status., • Ensure efficient, high quality pro-active and timely execution of advice and services for your clients., • Ensure your clients’ requirements are serviced by members of your team of appropriate seniority, experience and technical ability and with the capacity to do the work to the highest standard. Growing the Business • Promote and build the group’s reputation internally and externally., • Contribute to business strategy where relevant to help ensure that decisions put the client first and are commercially viable., • Build and cultivate relationships with clients and potential clients of the group., • Identify and pursue key targets. Staff management and development • Act as an effective leader in accordance with the Exceptional Leader profile and competencies., • Ensure that your own high standards of technical and professional competence are maintained and are developed for other members of your team/direct reports. To be successful in this role, you should • Proven complex client experience and client handling abilities., • Extensive knowledge of practice area., • Proven technical leadership., • Experience and knowledge of staff management., • Strong communication and inter-personal skills., • Excellent marketing and business development skills as well as a strong commercial awareness. Professional Qualifications and Education • ICAEW (From Corporate Finance Faculty), ACA or Equivalent As a colleague here at S&W you will have access to benefits that include • Competitive salary, • Private medical insurance, • Life assurance, • Pension contribution, • Hybrid working model (role dependent), • Generous holiday package, • Option to purchase additional holiday, • Shared parental leave, • Fully funded training towards professional qualifications, • Cycle to work scheme, • Season ticket loan, • Eye care support We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At S&W we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we’re delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workplace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate for your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.

Client Accounts Manager (Qualified)Birmingham Hybrid Working £50,000 - £60,000 + Excellent BenefitsAre you looking for a role where you can genuinely influence the direction of a growing accountancy practice, rather than simply reviewing accounts and moving onto the next file? We're working exclusively with a highly regarded independent accountancy practice that's looking to appoint an experienced Client Accounts Manager to play a pivotal role in the delivery of accounts, tax and advisory services.This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong ACA or ACCA qualified accountant who enjoys mentoring others, reviewing work to a high standard and building trusted relationships with clients.The RoleYou'll take ownership of the review process across a varied client portfolio, ensuring work is delivered accurately, efficiently and on time, while supporting the wider team with technical guidance and day-to-day leadership. Alongside managing workflow, you'll also gain exposure to tax advisory projects, giving you the opportunity to broaden your experience beyond compliance.Key Responsibilities\n\n • Review statutory accounts and a range of business and personal tax returns\n, • Oversee quality control across the accounts and tax function\n, • Manage workflow, deadlines and team capacity\n, • Mentor and support junior members of the team\n, • Act as a technical point of contact for colleagues\n, • Build strong relationships with clients, providing ongoing support and advice\n, • Assist with tax planning and advisory projects\n, • Identify opportunities to improve processes and client delivery\nAbout YouWe're keen to speak with ACA or ACCA qualified accountants who have developed their career within practice and are confident reviewing accounts and tax work.You'll ideally bring:\n\n, • Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and UK taxation\n, • Experience reviewing the work of others\n, • Previous responsibility for managing client portfolios\n, • A collaborative leadership style with a genuine interest in developing people\n, • Excellent organisational and communication skills\n, • A proactive approach and desire to improve processes\nWhat's on Offer?\n\n, • Salary between £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience\n, • Hybrid working\n, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and additional Christmas closure\n, • Professional subscriptions paid \n, • Ongoing professional development, including support for further tax qualifications \n, • Free parking\n, • Clear long-term progression into a senior leadership role\n, • The opportunity to work closely with senior decision-makers and genuinely influence the growth of the business\nIf you're looking for a role that offers real responsibility, exposure to advisory work and a genuine opportunity to progress within a growing practice, we'd love to hear from you.

Trainee Recruitment Consultant – Professional Services \n Birmingham | Hybrid Working After Training | Uncapped Bonus \n Looking to kick-start your career in recruitment with a business that genuinely invests in your success? \n Our growing Professional Services team in Birmingham is looking for a Trainee Recruitment Consultant to join us and develop a successful career within the Accountancy & Finance market. \n This opportunity is open to graduates, those on graduate schemes looking for a more rewarding career path, and ambitious individuals from sales, customer service or other professional backgrounds. No recruitment experience is required – we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed. \n Why Join Us? \n We're proud of our culture, built around being open, honest and transparent in everything we do. You'll join a supportive team that celebrates success, encourages development and rewards hard work. \n Industry-leading training and development Uncapped bonus with excellent earning potential Clear career progression opportunities Open, honest and transparent culture Supportive team environment Monday to Friday working pattern Hybrid working following successful completion of training \n The Role \n As a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, you'll learn how to: \n\n • Build lasting relationships with clients and candidates\n, • Source and attract top talent across the Accountancy & Finance market\n, • Advertise vacancies and manage candidate applications\n, • Conduct candidate interviews and screenings\n, • Support clients throughout the recruitment process\n, • Develop specialist market knowledge\n, • Grow your own client portfolio and candidate network\n\n What We're Looking For \n We're interested in people with ambition, drive and a desire to build a successful career. \n You may be: \n\n • A recent graduate\n, • Working in sales, customer service, hospitality, retail or another people-focused environment\n, • Looking for a long-term career where your success is directly rewarded\n\n You'll also have: \n\n • Excellent communication skills\n, • A positive, resilient mindset\n, • Strong organisational skills\n, • A willingness to learn and develop\n, • The motivation to achieve personal and team goals\n\n What's In It For You? \n\n • Competitive basic salary\n, • Uncapped bonus scheme with strong earning potential\n, • Structured training and ongoing development\n, • Clear career progression opportunities\n, • Supportive leadership and experienced mentors\n, • Hybrid working after training\n, • A collaborative and high-performing team environment\n\n If you're looking for a role where hard work is recognised, career progression is based on performance, and you can significantly increase your earnings, we'd love to hear from you. \n Apply today and start building your future with our Birmingham Professional Services team.

Crowe Watson Recruitment has partnered with a well-established firm of Chartered Accountants in Birmingham to find an experienced Audit Senior to join their growing team. With flexible working, a generous company pension, and much more on offer, this is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career within a highly regarded practice. As a trusted recruitment partner within the accountancy profession, Crowe Watson prides itself on matching talented professionals with firms where they can genuinely thrive. \n This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified Audit Senior looking to take the next step in their career. You will manage a varied portfolio of audit clients, taking a leading role on assignments from planning through to completion, whilst supervising and mentoring junior members of the team. The successful candidate will benefit from clear progression routes, ongoing professional development, and exposure to a diverse client base across multiple sectors. \n Working within a supportive and collaborative environment, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality audit services while developing your technical and leadership skills further. This firm is committed to investing in its people, offering structured career pathways and a culture that values work-life balance alongside professional excellence. \n You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you. \n Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. \n Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion\n, • Managing a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors\n, • Supervising, reviewing, and mentoring junior audit staff\n, • Liaising directly with clients to build strong working relationships\n, • Identifying and reporting on key risk areas and audit findings\nRequirements\n\n, • ACA/ACCA qualified or nearing qualification\n, • Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment\n, • Strong technical audit knowledge and attention to detail\n, • Excellent communication and client-facing skills\n, • Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities\n\n

Ready to launch your accounting career with a firm that will invest in your future? This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious and personable individual to join a really exciting Birmingham City Centre Company as a Trainee Accountant. Offering exceptional study support, hands-on experience, and clear progression opportunities, this role is the perfect starting point for someone looking to build a successful long-term career. You'll be surrounded by experienced professionals who are passionate about developing talent, giving you everything you need to thrive from day one. \n The successful candidate will be a confident communicator who enjoys building relationships with clients both face-to-face and over the phone. You'll be highly organised, motivated to meet deadlines, and eager to develop your technical skills while progressing through your professional qualifications. From managing your own portfolio of clients to preparing month-end accounts and producing insightful financial reports, you'll gain exposure to a wide variety of responsibilities. You'll also work closely with senior stakeholders and high-profile clients, giving you invaluable experience and accelerating your career development in a supportive, collaborative environment. \n Skills Required \n\n • Strong understanding of core accounting principles, gained through a degree, professional studies, or practical experience.\n, • A confident, outgoing individual with excellent communication skills, capable of building strong relationships with clients and senior stakeholders.\n, • Ambitious, motivated, and committed to developing a successful career in accounting while studying towards ACCA or CIMA qualifications.\n, • Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads and consistently meet client deadlines.\n\n What You Will Receive \n\n • Outstanding study support - including paid study leave, full funding for study materials, training by Qualified Accountants and exam fees.\n, • Flexible working - hybrid working options alongside a genuine commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance.\n, • Exceptional training and mentorship - learn from experienced, qualified Accountants who will support both your professional studies and day-to-day development.\n, • Excellent career progression - join a firm that believes in promoting from within and provides genuine opportunities to advance your career.\n\n Summary \n If you're an ambitious aspiring Accountant looking to kick-start your career with a highly respected firm that genuinely invests in its people, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Apply today and take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding career in accountancy.

Accountant / Auditor \n Location: DudleySalary: Competitive, dependent on experience \n We’re partnering with a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice in Dudley who are looking to appoint an experienced Accountant / Auditor to join their growing team. \n This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a friendly, collaborative environment, supporting a varied portfolio of SME clients across multiple industries. \n The Role: \n\n • Preparing statutory accounts for a portfolio of clients\n, • Supporting sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies\n, • Assisting with VAT returns and management accounts\n, • Building and maintaining strong client relationships\n, • Supporting senior team members on wider accounting responsibilities\n\n About You: \n\n • AAT Level 4 qualified (or equivalent)\n, • Minimum 3+ years’ experience within an accountancy practice\n, • Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation\n, • Confident working with a range of SME clients\n, • Excellent communication and organisational skills\n\n What’s on Offer: \n\n • Exposure to a diverse client base\n, • Supportive and friendly team culture\n, • Strong development opportunities within a growing firm\n, • Competitive salary based on experience\n\n Interested? Apply now

Senior AccountantLocation: BirminghamSalary: £35,000 - £45,000 If you're an experienced accountant looking to join a friendly, growing firm where you'll have ownership of your own client portfolio, this could be the perfect next step. We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established accountancy practice looking for a Senior Accountant to support a diverse range of SME clients. This is a varied role where no two days are the same, giving you exposure to accounts preparation, tax compliance, VAT and client advisory work. The Role As a Senior Accountant, you'll manage your own portfolio of clients, building strong relationships while ensuring accounts and tax work are delivered accurately and on time. Responsibilities\n\n • Preparing year-end statutory accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships\n, • Preparing and submitting Corporation Tax and Self Assessment tax returns\n, • Preparing and reviewing VAT returns\n, • Managing a portfolio of clients across a variety of sectors\n, • Reviewing bookkeeping records and preparing management information where required\n, • Advising clients on day-to-day accounting and tax matters\n, • Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team\n, • Liaising with HMRC on behalf of clients\n, • Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and statutory deadlines\nAbout You\n\n, • Previous experience working in an accountancy practice is essential\n, • Confident preparing accounts from trial balance through to final accounts\n, • Good understanding of Corporation Tax, Personal Tax and VAT\n, • Experience managing client relationships\n, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines\n, • AAT, ACA or ACCA qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience (QBE)\nWhat's on Offer\n\n, • £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience\n, • Supportive and collaborative team\n, • Varied client portfolio\n, • Career progression opportunities\n, • Ongoing professional development\n, • Modern working environment\nApply today for a confidential chat.

Tax Investigations Manager | Birmingham | Hybrid | Competitive Salary + Benefits\n I am working with a range of leading professional services and accountancy firms across Birmingham, including Big Four, Top 20, Top 50 and specialist boutique practices, who are looking to appoint experienced Tax Investigations Managers to join their growing Tax Disputes and Investigations teams. These opportunities are ideal for ambitious tax professionals looking to progress their career within the professional services industry, working with respected firms that advise a diverse client base on complex and high-value tax investigations and disputes. The Opportunity\n Based in Birmingham, these roles provide the opportunity to work on challenging and high-profile tax matters, advising clients through complex interactions with HMRC and helping them navigate sensitive tax investigations from start to resolution. You will work with a varied client portfolio, including private clients, owner-managed businesses, large corporates and international organisations, while collaborating with experienced Partners and senior tax specialists on complex cases. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Managing a portfolio of complex HMRC enquiries, investigations and tax dispute matters.\n, • Advising clients on investigation strategy, disclosures and settlement negotiations.\n, • Preparing technical submissions, reports and correspondence.\n, • Building trusted client relationships and acting as a key point of contact.\n, • Supporting Partners and Directors on complex tax controversy engagements.\n, • Reviewing technical work and supporting junior team members.\n, • Contributing to the continued growth and development of the tax investigations practice.\nAbout You\n I am keen to speak with professionals who have: \n\n • Experience in tax investigations, tax disputes, tax controversy or HMRC enquiries.\n, • ACA, ACCA, CTA qualification or equivalent experience.\n, • Strong technical knowledge and the ability to apply it in a commercial environment.\n, • Experience managing complex client engagements.\n, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.\n, • Experience mentoring and developing junior colleagues.\nWhy Consider These Opportunities?\n\n, • Access to opportunities across leading Big Four, Top 20, Top 50 and specialist boutique firms in Birmingham.\n, • Exposure to complex, interesting and high-value tax investigations.\n, • The opportunity to work alongside some of the UK's leading tax specialists.\n, • Clear progression pathways through to Senior Manager, Director and Partner level.\n, • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.\n, • Competitive salary packages and comprehensive benefits.\n\n If you are an experienced Tax Investigations, Tax Disputes or Tax Controversy professional considering your next career move within the Birmingham professional services market, I would welcome the opportunity to have a confidential conversation and discuss the opportunities currently available. Please get in touch for further details.

\n We are working with an accountancy practice that has an established and well-respected insolvency team, currently looking to expand due to continued growth. The Opportunity\n\n • Join a growing team with a strong market reputation\n, • Exposure to a varied portfolio across corporate insolvency\n, • Clear progression routes within a supportive environment\n, • Opportunity to develop within a collaborative and flexible team\nKey Responsibilities\n\n, • Managing a portfolio of corporate insolvency cases\n, • Leading on CVLs, MVLs Administrations\n, • Supporting on more complex engagements where required\n, • Liaising with directors, creditors, and key stakeholders\n, • Mentoring and reviewing the work of junior staff\nThe Team & Environment\n\n, • Established insolvency team within a wider accountancy practice\n, • Multiple service lines providing strong internal resources\n, • Collaborative and supportive culture\n, • Known for being flexible, hardworking, and team-oriented\n\n If this sounds like you or if you'd like a confidential chat to find out more, please do click apply! \n \n If this job isn't quite right for you, but you know someone who would be great at this role, why not take advantage of our referral scheme? We offer £200 in shopping vouchers for every referred candidate who we place in a role. Terms & Conditions Apply.

Our client, a friendly and well-established accountancy practice based in Erdington, is looking for a Temporary Accounts Administrator / Self-Assessment Support to join their team during a busy self-assessment period. \n This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience in an accountancy, bookkeeping or finance administration environment who enjoys working with financial documentation and has a keen eye for detail. \n The Role \n You will be supporting the accountancy team by preparing client documentation for self-assessment processing. Duties will include: \n\n • Organising receipts, bank statements and financial paperwork.\n, • Checking that all client information is complete and accurate.\n, • Preparing files for the accounting team to process.\n, • Assisting with general finance administration duties.\n, • Maintaining confidentiality and accuracy when handling financial documents.\n\n About You \n\n • Previous experience within an accountancy practice, bookkeeping or finance administration environment.\n, • Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach to your work.\n, • The ability to organise and review financial paperwork accurately.\n, • Good administrative and organisational skills.\n, • A positive attitude and the ability to work as part of a small, supportive team.\n, • Availability to work in the Erdington office.\n, • Availability to start on 13th July for an initial four-week temporary assignment.\n\n Working Hours \n\n • Monday to Friday\n, • Approximately 9:30am – 4:30pm\n\n Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you have not heard from us within 48 hours, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful on this occasion. \n Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, and proof of this will be required as part of the recruitment process. \n

Senior Accountant / Auditor \n Location: DudleySalary: Competitive, dependent on experience \n An excellent opportunity has arisen with a well-established Dudley-based practice for a Senior Accountant / Auditor to join their expanding team. \n This position offers strong progression potential and the chance to take ownership of client relationships while working across both accounts and audit assignments. \n The Role: \n\n • Managing and reviewing accounts preparation work\n, • Leading and supporting audit assignments\n, • Acting as a key point of contact for clients\n, • Reviewing work completed by junior staff\n, • Providing technical support and mentoring within the team\n\n About You: \n\n • ACA / ACCA part-qualified or fully qualified\n, • Strong background within accountancy practice\n, • Experience in both accounts and audit (preferred)\n, • Confident managing client relationships\n, • Strong attention to detail and leadership capabilities\n\n What’s on Offer: \n\n • Opportunity to work with a broad and varied client portfolio\n, • Clear career progression within a growing firm\n, • Supportive and collaborative team environment\n, • Competitive salary and benefits package\n\n Interested? Apply Now!

Birmingham’s professional services market continues to go from strength to strength, and this IT Audit Manager opportunity with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants represents an outstanding opening for a technically skilled professional ready to step into a senior role. Crowe Watson Recruitment is delighted to be supporting this highly regarded firm in their search, and the package on offer includes flexible working, a competitive company pension, and much more. Whether you are looking to broaden your scope, deepen your technical expertise, or take genuine ownership of a growing IT audit function, this is a role with real substance and long-term potential. \n Our client is a well-established and respected firm with a broad and varied client base spanning multiple sectors, and a genuine reputation for delivering high-quality audit and advisory services. As IT Audit Manager, you will take a leading role in the planning and delivery of IT audit engagements, providing expert insight into information systems, data integrity, cybersecurity controls, and technology risk. You will collaborate closely with both the wider audit team and clients at a senior level, ensuring that IT risks are identified, assessed, and communicated clearly. This is a genuinely specialist position within a firm that understands the growing importance of technology in the modern audit environment. Crowe Watson Recruitment is a trusted specialist in accountancy practice recruitment, with a strong track record of placing exceptional candidates with firms of the highest calibre across the UK. \n The successful candidate will thrive in a firm that places real value on professional development, technical excellence, and the wellbeing of its people. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of the firm’s IT audit methodology, mentor and support junior members of the team, and play a visible role in a department that is growing in both size and reputation. If you are an experienced IT audit professional with a background in practice and a passion for technology risk, this Birmingham-based role offers the ideal environment in which to continue your career progression. \n You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you. \n Please note that Crowe Watson is unable to assist with sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. \n Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of IT audit engagements across a diverse client portfolio\n, • Assess and report on IT general controls, cybersecurity frameworks, system implementations, and data governance\n, • Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact for IT audit matters\n, • Mentor and support junior team members, contributing to the development of the IT audit function\n, • Collaborate with the wider audit and assurance team to integrate IT audit findings into broader engagement outputs\nRequirements\n\n, • ACA, ACCA, CISA, or equivalent professional qualification\n, • Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment\n, • Proven experience in IT audit, with a sound understanding of technology risk and information systems controls\n, • Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex technical findings clearly to clients and stakeholders\n, • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple engagements and work effectively at a senior level\n\n

Semi Senior Accountant– ACCA/ACA - Progression Role \n Dudley \n £29,000 - £34,000 \n A growing accountancy practice in Dudley is seeking a Semi Senior Accountant who is actively progressing through ACCA or ACA studies and has solid experience within a practice environment. \n This is a development-focused role offering exposure to complex accounts preparation, and increasing client responsibility within a supportive but fast-paced team with full ACCA/ACA study support with structured progression \n You will be given increasing responsibility as you progress, with clear support towards qualification completion and senior-level exposure \n Role Responsibilities \n\n • Prepare statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies\n, • Prepare management accounts for a varied client portfolio\n, • Complete VAT returns accurately and in line with compliance requirements\n, • Support bookkeeping and maintenance of client records\n, • Liaise with clients and respond to day-to-day queries\n\n Personal Requirements \n\n • AAT qualified or ACCA/ACA part qualified (or actively studying)\n, • Experience working in an accountancy practice environment\n, • Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy\n, • Good communication and client-facing skills\n, • Proactive, organised, and able to manage workload independently\n\n Benefits \n\n • Full ACCA/ACA study support\n, • Flexible working arrangements\n, • Casual dress\n, • Social events\n, • Generous annual leave\n, • Workplace pension\n\n

Direct Tax Dispute Resolution SpecialistI'm currently partnering with a highly respected specialist tax consultancy that is looking to appoint an experienced Direct Tax Dispute Resolution professional.This is a genuinely interesting opportunity to work on complex tax investigations and disputes, supporting a broad range of accountancy practices, tax advisory firms and their clients across the UK.The role offers exposure to a wide variety of cases including: HMRC enquiries and investigations COP8 and COP9 matters Voluntary disclosures Tax dispute resolution and settlement negotiations * Technical advisory support to professional firmsWhat makes this opportunity particularly attractive is the flexibility on offer. The position is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere in the UK whilst remaining part of a highly regarded specialist team.Ideal for someone with experience gained in practice, HMRC, or a specialist investigations environment who enjoys solving complex tax issues and working closely with professional advisers.If you'd like to hear more, or know someone who may be interested, please get in touch for a confidential conversation. \n At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Accounts AdministratorBirmingham | £28,000 - £32,000 | PermanentHours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm (On-site) We are supporting a well-established business based in Birmingham who is looking to recruit an Accounts Administrator to join its head office finance team. This is a varied role that will support day-to-day finance operations while also providing assistance to payroll activities. This position would suit someone with previous accounts administration experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and being part of a collaborative team. Key Responsibilities \n\n • Processing and posting purchase invoices, ensuring all documentation is correctly matched and recorded.\n, • Investigating and resolving invoice and payment queries.\n, • Posting bank transactions, employee expenses and company card expenditure.\n, • Reconciling supplier statements and maintaining accurate financial records.\n, • Supporting month-end finance processes and reporting activities.\n, • Preparing payment runs for approval.\n, • Liaising with internal departments to resolve financial and invoice-related issues.\n, • Assisting with payroll processing and responding to payroll queries.\n, • Providing general administrative support to the finance function as required.\nAbout You\n\n, • Previous experience within an accounts, finance administration or bookkeeping role.\n, • Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.\n, • Confident user of Microsoft Office packages, particularly Excel.\n, • Well organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.\n, • Good communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving\n, • Exposure to payroll administration.\nDesirable\n\n, • Experience with accounting software (any accountancy package considered).\n, • AAT studies or qualification would be advantageous.\n, • Knowledge of reconciliations and transactional finance processes.\nWhat's on Offer?\n\n, • Salary of £28,000 - £32,000 depending on experience.\n, • Supportive and friendly team environment.\n, • Ongoing training and development opportunities.\n, • Long-term career prospects within a growing business.\n This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Administrator looking to join a stable and growing organisation where they can make a real impact within a busy finance team.Application Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unfortunately unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. If you have not heard from us within three weeks of submitting your application, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for taking the time to apply.

A great opportunity for a qualified accountant to continue their development by picking up a portfolio of clients that they are the sole contact for. Further progression technically through varied clients across multiple sectors, specialisms and sizes as well as personal development through client facing responsibilities. \n Client Details \n This firm is based in the West Midlands and boasts multiple modern offices that you can choose to be based out of. They have a wide ranging client base across varied industries, sectors and turnovers, with an excellent reputation in the local market. The firm and role provides excellent career prospects. \n Description \n\n • Developing strong relationships with, and providing a primary point of contact for clients on a daily basis for accountancy and tax queries.\n, • A sound knowledge of book keeping/double entry systems and journal entry.\n, • Processing of quarterly VAT returns, management accounts, year-end accounts and account reconciliations.\n, • Assisting with the tax return compliance process - preparing, submitting and reviewing individual and company tax returns for final preparation and submission of accounts.\n, • Dealing with Inland Revenue and Company House queries.\n, • Providing analysis and forecast financial reporting; such as advising of potential issues, trends and improvements.\n\n Profile \n\n • ACCA or ACA qualified\n, • 5 years or more experience in practice\n, • Knowledge of various accounting software\n, • Good organisational and communication skills\n\n Job Offer \n\n • Flexible working and hybrid working\n, • Competitive salary for the region\n, • Subsidised parking\n, • CPD programme\n

An established and growing organisation is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a successful business that values its employees and offers a supportive and collaborative working environment. Working closely with the wider finance function, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day running of the accounts department while gaining exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities, including month-end processes and management accounts. \n As an Accounts Assistant, you will provide support across both the purchase ledger and sales ledger functions, ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and deadlines are met. You will be responsible for processing supplier invoices, raising sales invoices, allocating payments, reconciling customer and supplier accounts, completing bank reconciliations, and assisting with credit control where required. You will gain valuable exposure to month-end activities, including preparing journals, accruals and prepayments, supporting balance sheet reconciliations and assisting with management accounts. \n Ideally you will: \n\n • Have previous experience within an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger, or Finance Administration role. Preferably within Property or professional services.\n, • Have exposure to month-end processes or be keen to develop your knowledge in this area.\n, • Possess strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.\n, • Be studying towards, or looking to begin, an AAT, ACCA, or CIMA qualification (desirable but not essential).\n\n In return, you will receive: \n\n • Study support to help you progress towards your desired accounting qualifications.\n, • Modern offices with fantastic facilities such as onsite canteens and gym to support work-life balance.\n, • A supportive and collaborative finance team with genuine opportunities for career progression and project works to enhance your accountancy and software skills.\n, • A collaborative and welcoming team that encourage a welcoming and supportive environment.\n\n If you are an organised and motivated finance professional looking to either develop your career within a supportive organisation or you are searching for a long term position in a company that values you, apply today!

About the Business \n A fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, UK-wide services business as a Systems Accountant, based in Birmingham City Centre, paying £55,000 – £70,000. This is a pivotal role at the heart of the finance function, with a genuine focus on system improvement and integration across different projects, automation, and the responsible use of AI. You’ll lead the way on shaping and improving finance systems while also overseeing a small management accounts team, working closely with the Director of Finance to define how finance operates for the future. This role has hybrid working arrangement with only 2 days in the office. \n Main Duties \n As a Systems Accountant, your main duties include: \n\n • Take ownership of the day-to-day running of all finance systems, keeping them reliable, accurate, and performing at their best\n, • Act as the main link to the external technology partner, building a strong working relationship that keeps systems maintained, issues resolved, and future improvements moving forward\n, • Plan and deliver system upgrades and enhancements from end to end – covering testing, roll-out, and keeping internal stakeholders informed throughout\n, • Lead the design and introduction of new finance systems, alongside enhancements to the platforms already in place\n, • Identify and roll out automation and AI-enabled tools – such as workflow automation, intelligent reconciliation, and smarter reporting – to streamline finance processes\n, • Oversee the management accounts team and the production of accurate monthly management accounts\n, • Map finance processes from start to finish, pinpointing where automation, standardisation, and AI can add the most value\n, • Build and maintain clear process maps and documentation, including system controls and dependencies\n, • Safeguard the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of data across every finance system and source\n, • Support richer reporting and dashboards, drawing on AI-supported analytics to sharpen forecasting, trend analysis, and decision-making\n, • Be the go-to contact for systems queries, training, and user support, helping colleagues grow in confidence with new tools\n, • Keep finance systems well-controlled and compliant, supporting audit activity and ensuring any AI and automation is adopted responsibly\n\n Location / Office / Culture \n This role is hybrid, with 2 days a week in a modern Birmingham City Centre office and the remainder from home. You’ll be part of a collaborative finance function within a stable, UK-wide business, working alongside the Director of Finance and wider colleagues across finance, data, and technology. It’s a genuinely forward-looking environment where you’ll have the autonomy to influence how finance systems evolve. \n What We Are Looking For \n The ideal candidate will have: \n\n • ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified – strongly preferred, though not essential, with those qualified by experience also considered\n, • Proven experience implementing, upgrading, or supporting finance systems (e.g. ERP, purchase order, or budgeting and forecasting tools)\n, • A strong grasp of core finance processes and how finance systems fit together\n, • A track record of delivering automation or system-driven efficiencies within finance\n, • Confident analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn data into meaningful insight\n, • Experience leading and motivating a team\n, • Exposure to Power BI or AI-enabled finance tools is desirable, but not essential\n\n Why Join the business \n\n • Hybrid working with 2 days in the office\n, • Lead and develop your own management accounts team\n, • Work at the cutting edge of finance technology, automation, and AI\n, • Join a stable, well-established business operating right across the UK\n, • Real autonomy to shape and improve how finance systems work\n\n About Us \n We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly. \n Ref: VL72630

Corporate Tax Manager | Midlands | Top 20 Firm | Advisory-Led Opportunity\n Hybrid Working | Birmingham, Derby or East Midlands | £50,000 - £65,000 \n I'm working with one of the UK's most progressive and rapidly growing accountancy firms to recruit a Corporate Tax Manager into their Midlands tax team. \n This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced corporate tax professional looking to join a business that genuinely challenges traditional practice. With a strong focus on advisory work, people development, and delivering exceptional client service, the role offers plenty of variety alongside a clear pathway for progression. The Opportunity\n Joining a highly regarded Corporate Tax team, you'll manage your own portfolio of clients across both compliance and advisory matters while building trusted relationships and becoming a key point of contact for businesses. \n The team works with a varied client base ranging from owner-managed businesses through to larger corporate groups, listed entities, private equity-backed businesses, and internationally owned organisations, giving you exposure to a broad range of complex tax matters. \n You'll have the autonomy to manage client relationships while working alongside experienced Directors and Partners on wider advisory projects and strategic tax planning assignments. The Firm\n This award-winning firm has built a reputation as one of the most forward-thinking businesses in the accountancy profession. \n With a people-first culture, flexible approach to work, and significant investment in employee wellbeing and development, they have become an employer of choice within the market. Recent years have seen substantial growth, alongside continued recognition for both workplace culture and client service excellence. \n The firm's collaborative environment encourages individuals to challenge convention, share ideas, and develop their careers without the bureaucracy often associated with larger corporate environments. The Role\n As Corporate Tax Manager, you'll be responsible for delivering both compliance and advisory services across a varied portfolio of business clients. \n Key responsibilities include: \n\n • Managing a portfolio of corporate tax clients\n, • Reviewing corporation tax returns, computations, and tax accounting disclosures\n, • Signing out more complex tax returns independently\n, • Acting as the main tax contact for a range of clients\n, • Advising on corporate tax planning, restructuring, and wider business tax matters\n, • Supporting clients through HMRC enquiries and investigations\n, • Liaising directly with HMRC on behalf of clients\n, • Working closely with audit, advisory, and wider service-line teams to provide a seamless client experience\n, • Identifying opportunities to introduce additional services across existing client portfolios\n, • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the tax team\n, • Coaching, mentoring, and developing junior members of staff\nWhat You'll Need\n\n, • ACA, ACCA and/or CTA qualified\n, • Strong experience within a corporate tax-focused role\n, • Previous experience managing a client portfolio\n, • Exposure to both compliance and advisory work\n, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills\n, • Experience working with larger and more complex corporate clients\n, • Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem solving\n, • A passion for delivering exceptional client service\n, • Previous experience supporting and developing junior team members\nBenefits\n\n, • Hybrid and flexible working\n, • Generous holiday entitlement\n, • Enhanced pension scheme\n, • Enhanced parental leave\n, • Award-winning wellbeing programme\n, • Volunteering opportunities\n, • Active social and sports clubs\n, • Clear progression opportunities\n, • Opportunity to work with a highly regarded and growing tax team\n\n \n \n As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

Your new companyJoin a forward-thinking accountancy and business advisory firm that works with some of the UK's most ambitious and high-growth businesses. With a strong focus on entrepreneurial clients, this firm partners with dynamic organisations and their leadership teams, helping them navigate change and unlock new opportunities. Collaboration, innovation, and a people-first culture are at the heart of everything they do. \n Your new roleAs Senior Tax Manager, you'll play a pivotal role within the Business Tax team, working closely with clients across a wide variety of sectors. From advising on high-profile M&A transactions to overseeing tax compliance and delivering strategic advisory solutions, you'll enjoy a broad and impactful role. \n You'll manage your own portfolio, build strong client relationships, and collaborate with senior stakeholders across the business. Alongside this, you'll contribute to developing new business opportunities and support the growth and development of the wider team. \n What you'll need to succeed \n\n • Strong, up-to-date technical knowledge of corporate taxation\n, • Proven experience advising entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, and PE-backed groups\n, • Expertise in M&A tax matters (e.g. structuring, due diligence, buy/sell-side)\n, • Experience managing a client portfolio, including billing and cash collection\n, • Ability to deliver both compliance and advisory services efficiently\n, • A collaborative mindset with confidence working alongside senior stakeholders\n, • Leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and developing others\n, • CTA, ACA (or equivalent) qualified and/or degree educated\n\n What you'll get in return \n\n • Exposure to high-profile, complex client work across diverse industries\n, • A supportive, collaborative culture that encourages growth and innovation\n, • Flexible, agile, and remote working options to support your work-life balance\n, • Clear progression pathways with structured career development\n, • Access to a wide network of expertise and cutting-edge resources\n, • A workplace that values individuality, encourages ideas, and rewards contribution\n\n What you need to do nowIf you're looking for a role where your expertise will truly make an impact and your career can thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of a team shaping the future of business. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Audit Senior\n Location: Birmingham (Hybrid Working Available)Department: Audit & AssuranceReporting to: Audit Manager / Audit Director The Role\n A well-established accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Audit Senior to join its growing audit function. This is a hands-on role where you will take responsibility for leading audits from planning through to completion, working closely with managers and supporting junior team members on-site and in the office. You'll be joining a collaborative team with strong exposure to a varied client base and clear opportunities for development and progression. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion\n, • Prepare and review audit fieldwork and financial statements\n, • Supervise and support junior team members on-site and remotely\n, • Liaise directly with clients to gather information and resolve queries\n, • Ensure audits are delivered within budget and timescales\n, • Identify key risk areas and apply appropriate audit testing\n, • Support managers with technical issues and audit file reviews\n, • Contribute to the completion of statutory accounts and audit files\nAbout You\n\n, • ACA or ACCA part-qualified or newly qualified\n, • Strong background in UK practice audit work\n, • Experience leading audit sections or smaller audits\n, • Confident supervising and reviewing junior staff\n, • Strong understanding of audit methodology and financial reporting standards\n, • Excellent communication and organisational skills\n, • Able to manage deadlines and work across multiple assignments\nWhat's on Offer\n\n, • Competitive salary and bonus scheme\n, • Hybrid and flexible working options\n, • Clear progression pathway to Audit Manager level\n, • Study support (if applicable) and ongoing CPD\n, • Pension scheme and professional subscriptions paid\n, • Supportive and team-focused working culture\nApply\n If you're an ambitious Audit Senior looking to take the next step in your career within a supportive and growing practice environment, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

An opportunity to join a well-established and growing organisation as Financial Controller, based in Birmingham city centre. With a modern city centre office and a hybrid working model (three days in the office), this position combines strategic leadership with hands-on financial oversight in a collaborative and forward-thinking business. \n The business itself is in professional technology consulting business, so you will have the opportunity to work directly with clients and properly business partner external clients! \n Main Duties: \n As Financial Controller, your main duties include: \n\n • Support the finance team in delivering high-quality reporting and services to clients within agreed deadlines, ensuring all outputs are accurate, timely and robust.\n, • Monitor and drive achievement of agreed client KPIs and service level standards.\n, • Lead the onboarding and offboarding of entities, acquisitions and transactions, ensuring smooth transitions and strong governance.\n, • Take ownership of client-focused improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance processes and service delivery.\n, • Oversee the preparation and review of monthly and quarterly financial reports, bank reconciliations and supporting schedules, assisting with internal and external reviews as required.\n, • Review and prepare annual reconciliations, budgets, forecasts and business plans, providing detailed variance analysis and clear commentary.\n, • Act as the primary finance contact for clients, leading meetings and building strong, professional relationships.\n, • Collaborate closely with operational and cross-functional teams across multiple locations to achieve shared objectives.\n, • Ensure balance sheet integrity through regular reconciliations and review of VAT returns, payables, receivables, accruals, deferred income and prepayments, while providing guidance on cash flow management.\n, • Drive continuous improvement by reviewing systems, processes and controls, while mentoring and developing team members to promote best practice and high performance.\n\n Location / Office / Culture \n The role is based in Birmingham city centre, offering an excellent working environment with outstanding local amenities and transport links. The organisation operates a hybrid working model with three days in the office. You’ll be joining a forward-thinking, professional environment that partners with a portfolio of well-known and reputable businesses. \n What We Are Looking For \n The ideal candidate will have: \n\n • Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA) or QBE with strong, demonstrable professional services sector experience.\n, • Proven leadership experience within a multi-disciplinary or cross-functional environment.\n, • Strong track record of operating effectively within a fast-paced finance function.\n, • Ability to manage competing deadlines and perform effectively under pressure.\n, • Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.\n\n Why Join the business \n\n • Hybrid working model (3 days in a modern Birmingham city centre office, 2 days remote).\n, • Take full ownership of managing and mentoring your own team.\n, • Professional development support and ongoing training opportunities.\n, • Collaborative, supportive team culture within a modern working environment.\n\n About Us \n We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly. \n Ref: DT65502