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Your new companyThis well-established and highly respected firm of Chartered Accountants is located in central Edinburgh. Renowned for delivering exceptional professional services, the firm supports a diverse client base-from individuals and SMEs to larger corporate entities. Known for its collaborative culture, client-centric approach, and forward-thinking ethos, the firm is now seeking an experienced and ambitious General Practice Partner to join its leadership team and help shape its future direction. Your new roleAs General Practice Partner, you will play a key role in managing and expanding a varied client portfolio, providing expert guidance across audit, accounts, and tax services. You will be central to maintaining strong client relationships, mentoring junior team members, and contributing to the strategic development of the firm. Alongside your technical responsibilities, you will be actively involved in business development and practice management, working closely with fellow partners to drive continued growth and success. What you'll need to succeedYou will be a qualified accountant (CA, ACA, or ACCA) with significant post-qualification experience in general practice. A strong track record of managing diverse client portfolios and delivering high-quality service is essential. You will bring excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and a commercial approach to practice development. Experience in mentoring staff and contributing to strategic decision-making will be highly regarded. What you'll get in returnYou will join a progressive and supportive partnership that values professional integrity, outstanding client service, and work-life balance. The role offers a competitive remuneration package and the opportunity to influence the firm's strategic direction. For the right candidate, there is also the potential for equity partnership. This is a rare opportunity to take on a senior leadership role within a respected and growing practice in Edinburgh. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to submit your up-to-date CV, or contact us directly. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're exploring new opportunities, please get in touch for a confidential discussion about your career. 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

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. Job Description What will you be doing? We're seeking a talented individual to join our Corporate tax team in Tunbridge Wells, which is responsible for tax compliance and advisory services for a wide range of business clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients and managing more junior members of staff as necessary. You will also provide assistance to Directors/Partners in both client work and in the management of the group and you will actively be involved in and look to seek out working on special assignments and advisory projects where appropriate. As Corporate Tax Manager, your responsibilities will include among others • Manage portfolio of businesses including OMBs, SMEs and larger corporates, • Undertake corporate tax provisioning, compliance, and advisory work for your portfolio, • Ability to get involved in variety of business tax work (e.g. ad-hoc advisory, international tax matters, R&D tax credits, awareness of VAT and employment tax aspects), • Opportunity to assist with transactional and due diligence work, • Give exceptional client service and be responsible for maintaining regular contact with client team, • Liaison with Partners, demonstrating strong management skills, • Appraisals/monitor staff performance, • On the job training for junior staff on a one-to-one basis, • Ensuring S&W procedures are followed taking account of institute and HMRC guidance, where relevant, • Ensuring department KPIs are met around billing and recovery targets, • Reading; internal meetings; internal and external seminars and courses, • Acute awareness of what other parts of the firm can do, to encourage cross-referrals Qualifications and Experience: • Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CA) and/or tax advisor (CTA), • Significant corporate tax experience gained within the profession and or industry, • Technically capable tax adviser who is able to assist in complex client work, • Demonstrable experience of managing people and clients, • Appetite to develop business development skills to assist with the growth of the business Key Competencies: • Client focus - ability to deliver consistently excellent client service, • Commercial awareness - delivers value to client and team profitability, • Teamwork - organises and supports others, • Good communicator - both written and oral, • Problem solving - positive attitude to solving problems and delivering outcomes, • Enthusiastic and keen business developer 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.

ABOUT IQ-EQ We’re a leading Investor Services group offering end-to-end services in administration, accounting, reporting, regulatory and compliance needs of the investment sector worldwide. We employ a global workforce of 5,800+ people across 25 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$750 billion. We work with 13 of the world’s top-15 private equity firms. Our services are underpinned by a Group-wide commitment to ESG and best-in-class technology including a global data platform and innovative proprietary tools supported by in-house experts. Above all, what makes us different is our people. Operating as trusted partners to our clients, we deliver intelligent solutions through a combination of technical expertise and strong relationships based on deep client understanding. At IQ-EQ UK, we don’t just talk about being a great workplace – we’ve been recognized for it. Recently named in The Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025 we craft spaces where potential is nurtured, individuality is celebrated, and careers flourish. Loving where you work shouldn’t be a bonus, it should be the baseline. As a Client Accountant, you’re a detail-oriented team player with great organizational skills. Your responsibilities include day-to-day management of private equity or real estate clients, reviewing financial statements, ensuring accurate communication of cash movements, and overseeing the preparation and completion of client deliverables. What you will do • You’ll work closely with your line manager to ensure financial statements meet the funds’ reporting requirements, e.g., UK/French GAAP or IFRS, • You’ll review investor drawdown calculations to ensure accuracy of figures as funds seek access to their commitments from investors, • You’ll review investor distribution calculations to ensure the flow of funds from the sale of an investment are accurately recorded so that proceeds are appropriately allocated and paid to investors, • You’ll ensure the accurate communication of all cash movements between the fund and its investors through the issuance of relevant notices to investors, • You’ll oversee the preparation and completion process of client deliverables including agreeing timetables with clients, and thereafter What we offer • Comprehensive remuneration: Motivating financial packages based upon market rates for your role and is proportionate to your qualifications, level of experiences and skills profile, • Wellbeing: Additional social benefits such as private health and dental cover, life assurance, discounted gym membership, eye test and corporate GP, • Annual leave: All our employees are entitled to 25 days paid leave, plus all UK public holidays. Enhanced maternity and paternity, including shared parental leave and adoption leave, • Flexible working: We recognize the value of working flexibly and is keen to ensure all employees enjoy an excellent work-life blend. As such, we are open to conversations with employees related to setting up flexible working arrangements, • Support and development: We will ensure you have the right training, tools and development plan to grow and improve your skills every day., • Fluent in French, • Preference of experiences in French GAAP or French Accounting Standards, • You are ACCA/ACA/CIMA part or fully qualified or qualified by experience, • You have previously worked in financial services or accounting practices working on multiple client relationships, • You have experience reviewing working paper files and financial statements, including disclosures or alternatively can demonstrate strong accounting background through previous experience and CPD, • You manage client relationships and experience with resolving issues directly with clients, • You have experience in supporting and mentoring junior team members. OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT Sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining long-term relationships with all our stakeholders – including our employees, clients, and local communities – while also reducing our impact on our natural environment. There is always more we can, and should do, to improve – whether in relation to 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’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse culture for our people, led by our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion steering committee. Our learning and development programmes and systems (including PowerU and MyCampus) enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers, while our hybrid working approach supports our employees in achieving balance and flexibility while remaining connected to their colleagues. We want to empower our 5,800+ employees - from 94 nationalities, across 25 countries - to each achieve their potential. Through IQ-EQ Launchpad we support women managers launching their first fund, in an environment where only 15% of all private equity and venture capital firms are gender balanced. We’re committed to growing relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success leads to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.

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. Business Tax We provide a wide range of tax and consulting services to a broad range of companies, from housing associations to owner managed businesses. Through establishing close relationships with our clients, we ensure that we are able to deliver the most comprehensive business tax advice, and also ensure we are aware of the key opportunities and risks faced by our clients. Purpose of Role: To manage your own portfolio of clients, working with Partners/Directors or alone on complicated consultancy and advisory projects. A significant part of the role will be business development of existing and new clients as well as potentially developing a specialist field of technical and/or sector knowledge and expertise. Key responsibilities: Client work • Act as trusted adviser and engage with clients on wider commercial and strategic issues, • Manage portfolio of complex advisory and compliance cases, • Give exceptional client service, taking the lead in managing and developing client relationships, • Technically strong, • Identifying opportunities on client portfolio Staff management and development • Liaison with Partners, • Appraisals/monitor staff performance, acting as formal ADR managers for some staff, • On the job training for junior staff on a one-to-one basis, • Dealing with staff questions, • Work collaboratively with peers in team and across firm to ensure joined up approach Practice development • Involved in business development activities/profile raising locally, • Actively use network of established relationships to drive new business opportunities and cross referral of services, • Able to take advantage of marketing/PR opportunities, • Compliance, • Ensuring procedures are followed taking account of institute and HMRC guidance, where relevant Personal development (technical & other) • Internal and external seminars and courses, • Reading, • Internal meetings Education/Qualifications: • Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CA) and/or tax advisor (CTA) Key Experience/Skills: • Significant corporate tax experience gained within the profession and/or industry, • Technically capable tax adviser who is able to manage complex client work, • Demonstrable experience of managing people and clients, • Existing business development skills and appetite to grow business, • Project management experience, • Experience of dealing with senior stakeholders both internally and externally 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.

Tax and Accounts Manager – Accountancy Practice Location: Tunbridge Wells, Kent Salary: £50,000 – £65,000 (dependent on experience) Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Are you an ACA, ACCA or CTA qualified accountant with a strong background in both tax and accounts? Do you have proven experience managing a client portfolio within an accountancy practice? Are you seeking a career move that offers progression and the potential for future leadership? If the answer is yes, this opportunity could be the perfect next step. A leading and well-established accountancy practice in Tunbridge Wells is looking to appoint an experienced Tax and Accounts Manager. The role is being handled exclusively by Andy Irvine, a specialist accountancy recruiter with extensive experience placing professionals into top-tier firms across the South East. This reputable practice is known for delivering tailored compliance and advisory services to a diverse client portfolio, including SMEs, owner-managed businesses and high-net-worth individuals. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and collaborative team, taking on a newly created position with genuine scope for development and future progression. Key Responsibilities: • Managing a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, • Reviewing and signing off statutory accounts and tax returns (both personal and corporate), • Providing high-level tax planning and advisory services, including CGT, IHT and remuneration strategies, • Acting as a primary point of contact for client queries and relationship management, • Supporting directors with complex tax matters and business advisory work, • Mentoring and supervising junior staff and semi-seniors within the team, • Liaising with clients, HMRC and external stakeholders Candidate Profile:, • ACA, ACCA or CTA qualified (or equivalent), • Strong experience within a UK accountancy practice environment, • A well-rounded background in tax compliance, tax planning and statutory accounts preparation, • Comfortable managing client relationships and advising business owners, • Strong communication skills and a commercial, client-focused mindset, • Able to lead and mentor team members and support staff development Benefits:, • Competitive salary: £50,000 – £65,000 (DOE), • Annual bonus scheme, • Flexible working hours and potential hybrid arrangements, • Clear path for progression, with long-term leadership potential, • Ongoing CPD and training support, • On-site parking and modern, centrally located offices in Tunbridge Wells This is a rare opportunity for a Tax and Accounts Manager to join a forward-thinking practice that values its people and prioritises long-term growth and development. For a confidential conversation or to apply, please contact: Andy Irvine ?? T: ?? E: Keywords: Tax Manager, Accounts Manager, Practice Accountant, CTA, ACA, ACCA, Tunbridge Wells jobs, Kent accountancy jobs, Tax and Accounts roles, Accountancy Practice recruitment. Unfortunately, due to the high number of applications currently being received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Client Manager – Accountancy Practice Location: Ashford, Kent Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 (dependent on experience) + benefits Job Type: Full-time | Permanent Are you an experienced accountant looking to step up into a Client Manager role? Or a current Client Manager seeking a fresh challenge with a forward-thinking firm? A reputable and growing accountancy practice based in Ashford is looking for a Client Manager to join their expanding team. You’ll take ownership of a varied portfolio of SME clients, providing expert advice and building long-term relationships. Key Responsibilities: • Manage a portfolio of SME clients across various sectors, • Prepare and review statutory accounts, tax returns and management accounts, • Provide strategic business and tax planning advice, • Support and develop junior team members, • Act as the main point of contact for client queries and meetings Requirements:, • ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), • Experience working within an accountancy practice is essential, • Excellent communication and client relationship skills, • Able to manage multiple deadlines with accuracy and efficiency, • Proficiency in cloud accounting software such as Xero or QuickBooks What’s on Offer:, • Competitive salary based on experience, • Hybrid and flexible working options, • A supportive, people-focused culture, • Clear career progression within a successful firm, • Exposure to a wide range of industries and clients Ready to progress your practice career? Apply now or contact us on for a confidential conversation. Client Manager, Accountancy Practice, ACA, ACCA, Accounting Jobs Kent, Ashford, Xero, QuickBooks, SME Clients, Practice Accountant, Hybrid Accounting Jobs Unfortunately, due to the high number of applications currently being received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Audit Supervisor - Sutton A leading accountancy firm is seeking an experienced and qualified Audit Supervisor to manage a diverse portfolio of clients. The position is ideal for a motivated professional looking to contribute to a dynamic, growing team, with good Audit skills to work with autonomy. The firm offers hybrid working with some travel in the Surrey area or occasional meetings with Partners or clients. Key Responsibilities: • Manage and oversee a portfolio of clients., • Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion, preparing all necessary documentation for Partner review., • Review audit work papers and financial statements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to relevant standards., • Supervise and mentor junior team members when necessary., • Ensure audit and accounting assignments are completed on time and within budget., • Prepare statutory accounts for some clients and ensuring timely submission to HMRC., • Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, managing their expectations and delivering exceptional service. Key Requirements: • Qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA) or equivalent with strong experience in audit and financial reporting., • Proven experience in leading audits through to completion and preparing for Partner review., • Full right to work and the ability to travel in Surrey for occasional client or Partner meetings., • Experience in a practice environment, with a track record of delivering high-quality Audit and Accounting services to clients., • Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills., • Proficiency in accounting software and strong IT skills. What’s on Offer: • Competitive salary and benefits package, including pension, enhanced parental leave, life insurance, • Opportunities for personal and professional growth through exposure to a wide range of clients and industries., • A supportive and inclusive working environment., • The salary band for this Supervisor role of £45,000 - £55,000 has been set by Fletcher George as a guide and will be based on level of experience and qualification. We welcome applications from more experienced candidates seeking a higher salary. Next steps – please apply to this Audit Supervisor role and we will aim to reply to all suitable applicants within 48 hours. Fletcher George is an inclusive Surrey based financial recruiter welcoming all applications relevant to the role. We are committed to attracting a diverse pool of applicants and to assist talent to find career opportunities in which they can thrive. We are an accountancy and finance recruitment agency acting as an Employment Agency. Referrals are welcome - you can receive up to £500 of Amazon or John Lewis vouchers when we successfully place your referral, just make sure they mention you when they register. The full details of Fletcher George’s referral scheme is on our website.

Our client is a popular accountancy group who are recruiting for their Preston office on a full time, permanent basis. This is an ideal opportunity for an ACCA/ACA finalist or ACA/ACCA qualified Accountant to join a busy and dynamic office within a reputable firm offering a great work life balance and remuneration package! Senior Accountant Job Overview • As a Senior Accountant, you'll take ownership of managing client portfolios, this is a mixture of small to medium-sized businesses and high-net-worth individuals, • Your daily role will include supervising junior staff, reviewing their work and making any necessary adjustments, • providing strategic financial advice to your dedicated portfolio, • Preparing and reviewing financial statements to the highest standards., • Preparing self-assessment tax returns, • Advise and assist clients with cloud based bookkeeping software, • Mentor and develop junior members of staff Senior Accountant Job Requirements • ACA / ACCA finalist or qualified, • 5 years + experience in a UK accountancy firm, • Proven expertise in accounting, tax, and financial reporting., • Strong leadership and communication skills., • Proficiency in cloud based accounting software Senior Accountant Salary & Benefits, • £32,000 - £40,000 dependant on skills and experience, • 25 days + bank holidays, • Death in service, • Professional subscriptions paid, • option to purchase additional leave, • Company events, • Company pension, • Private medical insurance, • Sick pay, • Excellent Transport links, • Work from home, • Based locally to Preston Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

ABOUT IQ-EQ We’re a leading Investor Services group offering end-to-end services in administration, accounting, reporting, regulatory and compliance needs of the investment sector worldwide. We employ a global workforce of 5,800+ people across 25 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$750 billion. We work with 13 of the world’s top-15 private equity firms. Our services are underpinned by a Group-wide commitment to ESG and best-in-class technology including a global data platform and innovative proprietary tools supported by in-house experts. Above all, what makes us different is our people. Operating as trusted partners to our clients, we deliver intelligent solutions through a combination of technical expertise and strong relationships based on deep client understanding. At IQ-EQ UK, we don’t just talk about being a great workplace – we’ve been recognized for it. Recently named in The Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025 we craft spaces where potential is nurtured, individuality is celebrated, and careers flourish. Loving where you work shouldn’t be a bonus, it should be the baseline. As a Client Accountant, you’re a detail-oriented team player with great organizational skills. Your responsibilities include day-to-day management of private equity or real estate clients, reviewing financial statements, ensuring accurate communication of cash movements, and overseeing the preparation and completion of client deliverables. What you will do • You’ll work closely with your line manager to ensure financial statements meet the funds’ reporting requirements, e.g., UK/French GAAP or IFRS, • You’ll review investor drawdown calculations to ensure accuracy of figures as funds seek access to their commitments from investors, • You’ll review investor distribution calculations to ensure the flow of funds from the sale of an investment are accurately recorded so that proceeds are appropriately allocated and paid to investors, • You’ll ensure the accurate communication of all cash movements between the fund and its investors through the issuance of relevant notices to investors, • You’ll oversee the preparation and completion process of client deliverables including agreeing timetables with clients, and thereafter What we offer • Comprehensive remuneration: Motivating financial packages based upon market rates for your role and is proportionate to your qualifications, level of experiences and skills profile, • Wellbeing: Additional social benefits such as private health and dental cover, life assurance, discounted gym membership, eye test and corporate GP, • Annual leave: All our employees are entitled to 25 days paid leave, plus all UK public holidays. Enhanced maternity and paternity, including shared parental leave and adoption leave, • Flexible working: We recognize the value of working flexibly and is keen to ensure all employees enjoy an excellent work-life blend. As such, we are open to conversations with employees related to setting up flexible working arrangements, • Support and development: We will ensure you have the right training, tools and development plan to grow and improve your skills every day., • Fluent in French, • Preference of experiences in French GAAP or French Accounting Standards, • You are ACCA/ACA/CIMA part or fully qualified or qualified by experience, • You have previously worked in financial services or accounting practices working on multiple client relationships, • You have experience reviewing working paper files and financial statements, including disclosures or alternatively can demonstrate strong accounting background through previous experience and CPD, • You manage client relationships and experience with resolving issues directly with clients, • You have experience in supporting and mentoring junior team members. OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT Sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining long-term relationships with all our stakeholders – including our employees, clients, and local communities – while also reducing our impact on our natural environment. There is always more we can, and should do, to improve – whether in relation to 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’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse culture for our people, led by our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion steering committee. Our learning and development programmes and systems (including PowerU and MyCampus) enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers, while our hybrid working approach supports our employees in achieving balance and flexibility while remaining connected to their colleagues. We want to empower our 5,800+ employees - from 94 nationalities, across 25 countries - to each achieve their potential. Through IQ-EQ Launchpad we support women managers launching their first fund, in an environment where only 15% of all private equity and venture capital firms are gender balanced. We’re committed to growing relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success leads to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.

• For this role you must have experience working in a UK Accountancy Firm* How does a 100% REMOTE WORKING Senior Accountant role sound? Are you currently a fully QualifiedACA or ACCA Senior Accountant who is looking for the complete flexibly to work full time from home? We are currently working with a forward thinking, modern Accountancy Practice who are a fully remote Accountancy firm. Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to work full time 37.5 hours a week, who has experience working within an Accountancy Firm based in the UK. You will join their very dynamic, but small team of individuals who enjoy meeting each other 'virtually' every morning and attending quarterly/yearly events. You will be working with a niche portfolio of clients, with 80% of your client base being clients from the medical, health, well-being sector and 20% being other professionals. You will be required to manage your own portfolio, and will have complete autonomy. The company ethos is that they are very client and relationship focused. It's all about the client experience, and this is something they are always striving to improve. This is the driving force behind everything they do. Client Satisfaction is key, and this firm want to be the best accountants in the world at delivering this for their clientele. What's on offer for you: • £42,000 per annum salary, • 25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays, • 100% remote working, • IT Equipment provided, • Pension Enrolment, • Private medical insurance, • 37.5 hours a week, • Regular online CPD training, requiring all team members to be available for a minimum of 4 in-person training/team building days per year, • Social events quarterly and yearly and more! For this role you will be working alongside both Senior and Junior team members, and the Partner to provide a high level service to your portfolio of clients. This role will include duties such as personal tax, VAT returns, tax planning, management accounts, statutory accounts preparation and corporation tax returns. Experience in Excel, SAGE, Quickbooks, VT, FreeAgent and Xero is also desired. This is a challenging, demanding and exciting role for a qualified accountant, which includes detailed accountancy and tax work, plus interaction with prospective clients and existing clients. This role requires a special individual who is both very personable, but also has tremendous attention to detail. This is certainly not an opportunity to miss! If you are looking for a prosperous career, to work alongside a growing firm of Accountants and have the enjoyment of flexibility then please apply… You will need to be UK based for this role and be ACA or ACCA Fully Qualified About Spencer Clarke Group: Within the Accountancy & Finance division we work across the whole of the UK and cover Practice, Public and Industry alike with Permanent, Interim or contract positions. Know someone who this role could suit? We offer up to £500* worth of gift vouchers for any successful referrals. *T's & C's apply.

Our client is a growing firm of Chartered Accountants based in a prime Edinburgh location. Following a strong period of growth, they would like to take on an CA or ACCA qualified accountant. The firm provides accountancy services to clients from a broad range of industries, which include: Health & Beauty, Luxury Retail, Energy, Property and HNWI's. Responsibilities for the Senior Accountant will include: • Preparing / reviewing statutory accounts for sole traders, limited companies and partnerships, • Assisting clients with cash flow and budgeting, • Completing / reviewing VAT returns, • Preparing tax returns, • Assisting clients with day to day queries, • Ad hoc project work, • Supervising junior members of the accounts team and delegating work The ideal candidate will currently be working as an Accounts Senior or Senior Accountant at a small / medium sized practice. You will be looking for a client-facing role working with an exciting client base and great opportunities for progression. To be considered for this opportunity, you must: • Be ACCA / CA qualified (or close to qualifying), • Have a minimum of 4 years experience at a UK accountancy firm, • Have extensive experience of preparing year end accounts under FRS ...

Managing a team of three: one junior Accountant and two transactional staff.

Responsibilities for the Senior Accountant will include: - Preparing / reviewing statutory accounts for sole traders, limited companies and partnerships - Preparing tax returns - Ad hoc project work - Supervising junior members of the accounts team and delegating work The ideal candidate will curren

Responsibilities for the Senior Accountant will include: - Preparing / reviewing statutory accounts for sole traders, limited companies and partnerships - Preparing tax returns - Ad hoc project work - Supervising junior members of the accounts team and delegating work The ideal candidate will curren

Responsibilities for the Senior Accountant will include: - Preparing / reviewing statutory accounts for sole traders, limited companies and partnerships - Preparing tax returns - Ad hoc project work - Supervising junior members of the accounts team and delegating work The ideal candidate will curren

Responsibilities for the Senior Accountant will include: - Preparing / reviewing statutory accounts for sole traders, limited companies and partnerships - Preparing tax returns - Ad hoc project work - Supervising junior members of the accounts team and delegating work The ideal candidate will curren

Responsibilities for the Senior Accountant will include: - Preparing / reviewing statutory accounts for sole traders, limited companies and partnerships - Preparing tax returns - Ad hoc project work - Supervising junior members of the accounts team and delegating work The ideal candidate will curren

FINANCE CONTROLLER ROLE SUMMARY An organisation within the engineering and manufacturing sector is exploring the potential appointment of a Finance Controller to strengthen its UK finance function. This role is expected to play a key part in shaping financial performance, enhancing controls, and supporting strategic decision-making as the business continues to develop.Working closely with the Finance Director, this position would suit either an established Finance Controller seeking a broader and more impactful remit, or a high-performing Finance Manager ready to step into a more comprehensive, career-enhancing role.The successful individual would likely take ownership of core financial operations while contributing insight, challenge, and commercial perspective across the wider business. ANTICIPATED RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Leadership & Commercial Insight Provide ongoing financial insight and guidance to senior leadership and departmental heads Support decision-making through analysis of financial performance, trends, and variances Challenge and influence budget holders on performance and cost control Identify opportunities for efficiency, margin improvement, and cost optimisationPlanning, Budgeting & Forecasting Contribute to the preparation of annual budgets and longer-term financial planning Support the development of rolling forecasts and scenario planning Assist with financial evaluation of contracts, tenders, and commercial initiatives Help shape mid-term financial strategyFinancial Reporting & Operations Oversee production of monthly management accounts and KPI reporting Review and support preparation of statutory financial statements Maintain ownership of month-end and year-end processes Ensure timely and accurate reporting to internal and external stakeholders Develop and enhance reporting dashboardsGovernance, Controls & Compliance Strengthen and maintain financial controls, policies, and procedures Oversee balance sheet integrity, reconciliations, and fixed asset accounting Provide oversight of CAPEX processes and approvals Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal standards Monitor areas such as stock, provisions, and expensesAudit & External Reporting Support and potentially lead the annual audit process Liaise with auditors, tax advisers, and external stakeholders Assist in preparation of tax packs, statutory accounts, and R&D submissions Ensure audit readiness and robust supporting documentationWorking Capital & Cash Management Help manage cash flow, including rolling forecasts Oversee debtor and creditor processes and relationships Support supplier payment cycles and customer invoicing Contribute to VAT return preparation and submission Participate in payment authorisation processesTeam & Business Support Work collaboratively across departments to support operational goals Contribute to development of finance processes and systems Support, mentor, or help develop junior team members where required Participate in continuous improvement and systems enhancement projects PROFILE - WHAT MAY BE REQUIRED The organisation is likely to consider candidates with the following profile: Professionally qualified accountant (ACA or equivalent) Demonstrable experience within a Financial Controller or senior finance role Strong grounding in financial reporting, controls, and compliance Experience working within dynamic, operational environments Commercially aware with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders Strong systems capability (ERP experience advantageous) Analytical, proactive, and solution-oriented approach Effective communication and leadership capability OPPORTUNITY This role presents a potential opportunity to gain broad exposure across financial operations in a growing and evolving organisation, with direct support from an experienced Finance Director. It is expected to offer the successful candidate the chance to influence financial strategy, develop leadership capability, and build a well-rounded platform for future progression. 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 (url removed)