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About FRP At FRP, we are a leading national business advisory firm based in the UK. With over 950 team members, including more than 100 partners, we specialise in Corporate Finance, Debt Advisory, Forensic Services, Financial Advisory and Restructuring Advisory. Operating from 35 offices across the UK, Isle of Man and Cyprus, we are dedicated to helping clients navigate complex and difficult situations to create, preserve, and recover value. Our approach is known for being honest, clear, and considered. We provide strategic solutions that cater to a broad range of businesses, from multinational organisations to small enterprises. Our commitment is to deliver expert advice and support, ensuring our clients can make informed decisions and achieve their goals. Job Description Role overview We are seeking a motivated individual to join our experienced Restructuring team at FRP Advisory in our St Albans office. This role is ideal for someone looking to start a career in the professional services sector. Full training will be provided, along with opportunities for further education and professional qualifications. The successful candidate will support colleagues on a wide range of administrative and investigative work across various corporate insolvency cases. As you develop, you will take on a wider client-facing role. Key Responsibilities • Perform office administration tasks including dealing with visitors and handling post, • Respond to incoming calls and correspondence and produce letters and reports, • Assist Managers and the wider team with their portfolio of cases including producing statutory paperwork and other legal documents, managing 'take on' administration processes and maintaining files, • Maintain the case management system and other software Qualifications • GCSE English and Mathematics grade 5 or above, • Ability to exhibit our core values of being clear, honest and considered in your approach to work, • Highly motivated team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills when engaging with clients and colleagues, • Diligent with keen attention to detail and a professional approach to work, • Adaptable and flexible approach to work with a genuine willingness to learn, • Excellent organisational and administration skills with good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel, and Outlook Additional Information Our Values • Straightforward: We provide clear, no-nonsense advice, • Confident: Our guidance is backed by expertise and evidence, • Pragmatic: We focus on practical solutions and tangible outcomes, • Real: We are professional yet approachable, understanding the challenges our clients face Our Commitment to You and the Environment At FRP, sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on building and maintaining meaningful, long-term relationships with all our stakeholders – including our employees, clients, and local communities – while also reducing our impact on the natural environment. We are always striving to improve in all areas – whether it’s our people, our clients, our planet or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse culture for our people. We maintain an Equal Opportunities Policy, ensuring that recruitment and employment decisions are based solely on the skills and experience required for our professional services — regardless of ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe every individual should have the opportunity to thrive. Our learning and development programmes enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers. We aim to empower our team members to each achieve their potential. We are committed to growing long-term relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success lead to our sustainability and success. We are emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.

We are seeking a diligent and motivated Semi Senior Accountant to join our client's dynamic finance team in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire. You will have at least two years experience working in a UK firm of accountants This permanent position offers an excellent opportunity for an individual who is actively involved in producing year-end accounts, bookkeeping, managing VAT returns, or handling personal tax. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with the preparation of financial statements, supporting clients with VAT submissions, maintaining accurate bookkeeping records, and assisting senior staff with year-end procedures. The role requires a proactive approach, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently within a team environment. You will be expected to demonstrate strong communication skills and a good understanding of accounting processes, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and deadlines. AAT qualified or equivalent experience Experience producing year-end accounts Strong bookkeeping background Knowledge of VAT returns and personal tax Proficiency in relevant accounting software Excellent organisational and time management skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Previous experience of working in a UK firm of accountants. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to develop your accounting career within a supportive and professional environment. The successful candidate will benefit from ongoing professional development, a friendly team atmosphere, and access to a diverse client portfolio that will enhance your expertise in various accounting practices. If you are an AAT qualified semi senior accountant or possess experience in producing year-end accounts, bookkeeping, VAT returns, or personal tax, this position could be the perfect next step in your career. TPBN1_UKTJ