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A leading UK-based retail organisation is seeking a Tax Accountant to join its finance team based in Watford. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business in a hands-on tax role with broad exposure across UK corporate taxes. As Tax Accountant, you will be: • Preparing and submitting corporation tax returns, including supporting computations and disclosures., • Managing VAT compliance, including preparation and review of VAT returns., • Supporting tax reporting for month-end and year-end processes., • Assisting with tax audits and responding to information requests., • Monitoring changes in tax legislation and assessing the impact on the business., • Providing tax support to wider finance and commercial teams as required. Requirements: • ACA, ACCA qualified or equivalent., • Proven experience in corporation tax and VAT within industry or practice., • Strong technical knowledge of UK tax legislation., • Ability to communicate tax matters clearly to non-tax stakeholders. Apply ASAP to be considered for this Tax Accountant role. We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.

My client is a rapidly expanding, acquisitive accountancy firm providing tailored accounting, audit, and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of SMEs, owner-managed businesses, and High Net Worth individuals. They are now looking to recruit a Senior Accountant / Audit Senior for a varied role split approximately 50% accounting and 50% audit work.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n Lead and manage audit assignments from planning through to completion\n\n Prepare statutory accounts for a range of clients (limited companies, partnerships, sole traders)\n\n Review work prepared by junior staff and provide guidance and mentorship\n\n Liaise directly with clients, building and maintaining strong relationships\n\n Ensure compliance with relevant accounting and auditing standards\n\n Assist with corporation tax computations and returns\n\nRequirements\n\n ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)\n\n Demonstrable experience in practice, including audit\n\n Strong technical knowledge of FRS 102 and auditing standards\n\n Experience managing audit assignments and leading small teams\n\n Experience working with SMEs and owner-managed businesses\n\n Exposure to cloud accounting systems and digital tools\n\n * Interest in business advisory and client relationship development\n\nThis is a great opportunity with clear career development prospects and interviews are ongoing so apply now

TPF Recruitment are delighted to be working with a well-established and reputable independent accountancy practice based in Tonbridge, who are looking to appoint an Accounts Assistant or Semi Senior Accountant to join their growing team. As an Accounts Assistant / Semi Senior Accountant, you will pl

Hi, we’re Penfold. We’re on a mission to help everyone save enough to be comfortable in later life by making pensions accessible and engaging! There’s over a trillion pounds in UK pensions, but the industry is full of traditional providers with outdated products and poor customer service. Penfold is dragging the pension industry out of the dark ages with a platform built on modern technology. We’re demystifying pensions to make pension saving easy to understand, simple to manage, and genuinely valuable for savers and the businesses that support them. We’re a focused team of 50 based primarily across London and Tallinn, and have raised significant funding from some of the most successful FinTech investors in the world. We manage over £1bn of pension assets for over 100,000 savers and thousands of businesses, working with thousands of businesses and a growing network of accountants and financial intermediaries. We’re scaling fast, and partnerships are a huge part of how we grow. As we scale, we’re strengthening our sales team with a dedicated Account Executive focused on accountants and intermediaries. As an Account Executive - Accountant & Intermediary Partnerships, you’ll be responsible for converting qualified accountants, bookkeepers, and IFAs into active Penfold advocates. You won’t be cold-calling employers. Instead, you’ll work with SDRs who book meetings with accountants and intermediaries, and you’ll own the first substantive conversation: understanding their practice, their clients, and their existing pension workflows, then showing them how and why Penfold is the right solution to recommend. Your goal is simple: to win trust, drive conviction, and enable accountants and IFAs to place Penfold with their clients. This is a consultative, influence-led sales role, ideal for someone who’s sold successfully into the accounting ecosystem before and understands how intermediaries think, decide, and recommend. • Own a pipeline of SDR-qualified meetings with accountants, bookkeepers, and IFAs, • Run high-impact first meetings focused on discovery, education, and influence, • Clearly articulate why Penfold is the best pension option for their clients, • Convert intermediaries into active referrers and advocates, • Consistently hit or exceed monthly and quarterly revenue targets driven by intermediary-led placements Run effective partner-led sales cycles • Lead structure discovery to understand:, • The intermediary’s client base, • Existing pension providers and pain points, • Decision criteria and recommendation process, • Deliver tailored demos framed around client outcomes and compliance confidence, • Confidently handle objections around risk, regulation, trust, and switching, • Create urgency without pressure in a trust-based buying environment Work closely with SDRs and Partnerships • Partner tightly with SDRs to ensure high-quality handover and strong meeting context, • Feedback on messaging, ICP quality, and common objections from accountants, • Help refine qualification criteria to improve conversion from meeting -> active partner, • Collaborate with Partnerships, Marketing, and Product to improve intermediary enablement Contribute to sales excellence • Maintain accurate CRM hygiene, forecasting, and pipeline management, • Share insights from accountant and IFA conversations with the wider business, • Continuously improve how we sell to intermediaries as the channel scales This role is ideal for a commercially driven, consultative seller who enjoys influencing rather than hard-closing. You’ll thrive here if you like: • Complex, trust-based conversations, • Selling a regulated product where credibility really matters, • Helping intermediaries look good to their clients, • Owning a number and being accountable for outcomes, • Proven experience as a B2B Account Executive or similar closing role, • Experience selling to accountants, bookkeepers, IFAs, or financial intermediaries, • A track record of hitting or exceeding targets in a consultative sales environment, • Strong discovery, objection-handling, and demo skills, • Confidence selling regulated, trust-based, or mission-critical products Nice-to-haves • Knowledge of UK pensions, auto-enrolment, or workplace benefits, • Experience selling SaaS, FinTech, accounting software, or financial services, • Familiarity with compliance-led buying processes, • Experience in a scale-up or high-growth environment, • You consistently hit or exceed your revenue targets through intermediary placements, • SDR-qualified accountant meetings convert into active Penfold advocates, • Accountants and IFAs clearly understand, and confidently recommend, Penfold, • Penfold continues to grow as a trusted pension partner within the accounting ecosystem, • Intro Call – A quick chat to introduce you to Penfold, learn about your experience and aspirations, and answer any questions., • Task – A practical task that we’ll complete together to determine how you’d approach a similar scenario to the role, • Culture Fit Session – Meet one of our Co-Founders and team members to see if we’re a great fit for each other. We’re 100% committed to building a diverse and representative team. Whatever your background, gender, race, age, or ability – we’d love to hear from you. If you have any questions, feel free to ask (even anonymously)! We’re all about giving every candidate the best chance to shine. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the job description, application, or selection process, just let us know — we’d be happy to help. When it comes to hiring, we focus only on your skills, experience, and how you live our values. As part of our hiring process, we may record your interview and use AI tools to generate notes. This helps us capture details accurately and ensures a fair review by our hiring panel. By attending an interview with Penfold, you consent to the use of recording and AI-generated notes for this purpose. If you have any concerns or would prefer not to be recorded, please let us know in advance. We’re working hard to create a workplace where people feel empowered to do their very best work, make a big impact, and enjoy what they do. Here’s what we offer: • Competitive salary – we proactively review salaries to ensure fairness and progression, • Meaningful share options – you’ll own a part of Penfold and share in our success, • 10% pension contribution each month that you don’t need to match (on top of your salary), • Medical insurance – through Vitality, including private GPs, physio, counselling, and great discounts (think 50% off PureGym memberships, free Apple Watches, and more), • Unlimited holidays – we trust you to get the work done and take breaks when needed, • Great office space (https://theministry.com) – our private office is run by the Ministry of Sound!, • Free company lunch every week (think Borough Market and Mercato Metropolitano!), • Top-tier MacBook and WFH equipment to set you up for success, • Cycle to work scheme – buy a bike tax-free and spread the cost, • Learning & professional development – we support courses, events, and coaching to help everyone reach their goals, • Quarterly company socials – plus plenty of regular team meetups! Excited to join us? Apply now!

Position Senior Financial Reporting Specialist Group Financial Control Reports To Head of Financial Reporting and Control Direct Reports None Internal Relationships NBKI Management & Staff Finance in London and Kuwait Risk Treasury External Relationships External Auditors External tax advisors Internal Audit Number of full-time equivalent employees: N/A Grade D - Specialist Job Purpose Working within the Financial Reporting and Control team, this role is responsible for delivering upon the Bank’s financial and tax reporting obligations. Key responsibilities include: • Preparing monthly Group financial returns., • Producing statutory financial statements for three UK-based entities., • Preparing corporation tax, VAT, and other tax filings., • Submitting IFRS-based regulatory returns to the FCA (FINREP) and the Bank of England., • Supporting other financial and regulatory reporting requirements as needed. The role also involves ownership of technical accounting matters and maintaining a strong governance framework over the financial reporting process, including balance sheet substantiation. As the Bank undergoes a significant change programme, the individual will collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to provide technical accounting support and ensure reporting processes remain robust and compliant. Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities within the financial reporting & control team Group/Head Office Reporting • Preparing the monthly/quarterly Group Financial Reporting Pack (GFRP) for PLC and associated returns., • Preparing other regular Head Office returns such as related parties reports, CAPEX reports, other subsidiary forecasts and tax analyses, etc., • Liaising with Head Office for queries/issues in relation to relevant Head Office reports. Financial Reporting • Preparing annual statutory report for PLC, including preparation of disclosure notes for the annual reports., • Preparing annual account preparation for all other London-controlled subsidiaries., • Preparing quarterly FINREP return to FCA., • Assistance with other financial reporting related issues. Technical Accounting • Preparing technical accounting papers on key judgements and issues which will be distributed to the Board Audit Committee., • Involved in assessing impact of GAAP changes to relevant reports of PLC., • Work closely alongside the Risk department to assess the Bank’s hedge effectiveness in line with IFRS 9, • Lead the Bank’s monthly Technical Working Group meetings, • Assess the adequacy of the Bank’s IFRS 9 credit impairment provisions UK Taxation Reporting • Preparing quarterly VAT return to HMRC under partial exemption methodology., • Responsible for quarterly corporation tax instalment payment., • Preparation and journalling of monthly corporation tax provision computation., • Assisting in checking and reviewing the annual corporation tax return to HMRC., • Preparing annual BBSI return and assisting in preparation of SAO certification., • Assistance with other tax-related matters. Regulatory reporting • Preparing the Bank of England (BoE) statistical returns Daily/regular Reports • Assisting in overall Finance’s daily and monthly controls, including suspense, FX and swaps. Process improvement • To assist in reviewing and enhancing the Finance control environment with a view to implementing best practice. Change • To support the Bank’s change program and initiatives, including assessing the downstream reporting implications of the implementation of new systems. Other work • Assisting in the preparation of relevant procedures for regular reports and processes., • Assisting in updating processes and files for changes in systems and, • Carrying out ad-hoc work as requested by the line manager and Financial Controller. Qualification & Experience • Qualified accountant (ACCA or ACA)., • Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, with practical experience., • Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas and data manipulation., • Banking industry experience is preferred Competencies & Skills: • Proven ability to communicate effectively at all levels, including C-suite., • Self-motivated and capable of working independently under pressure and to tight deadlines; occasional weekend work may be required., • Exceptional attention to detail, with strong numeracy and literacy skills., • Excellent communication and presentation skills., • Strong organisational and time management abilities., • Deep technical accounting knowledge, particularly in IFRS 9., • Experience in UK taxation is preferred., • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), ideally including macros and complex formulas., • Programming or report automation skills are a significant advantage. Key Success Factors Ownership of IFRS and technical accounting, especially IFRS 9. Delivers accurate and timely financial and regulatory reports. Builds strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Manages UK tax compliance with precision and reliability. Supports change initiatives with adaptability and awareness of control.

A respected and forward-thinking accountancy practice is seeking a motivated Part-Qualified Accountant. Work collaboratively with colleagues across the practice to ensure efficient workflow and consistency in client experience.

A small and friendly Accountancy practice based in Harrow is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join their team on a full-time, on-site basis. This role would suit someone with at least 5 years’ experience working in a UK accountancy practice, with strong experience preparing statutor

Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a well-established and growing accountancy firm in Harrow in their search for a Senior Accountant to join their Business Services team.

Duration: An initial term of 3 years, with the possibility of reappointment Remuneration: £25,000 per annum for up to 27 days attendance, plus an additional £3,000 per annum for chairing a committee. Location: Flexible – some travel to London and other National Highways regional locations will be required. Role description National Highways is seeking a Non-Executive Board member to join its Board and to chair the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC). The successful candidate, through their membership of the Board, will provide challenge and support to a wide variety of management and operational issues and contribute to the effective strategic and operational leadership of National Highways. The role of the ARC is to help National Highways in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities with respect to monitoring the integrity of the financial statements, reviewing its governance, internal control and risk management systems and monitoring the effectiveness of the internal and external audit services. The successful candidate will add value by offering independent constructive challenge to the operation of the Board, contributing towards the Board’s primary aims, which include: Providing sound advice to the Chair and Chief Executive; Preparing for and making an effective contribution to the National Highways Board and executive/ NED meetings; Dedicating time to specific projects within National Highways, providing valuable input and advice to the executive team; Maintaining appropriate links to the Department for Transport, and broader stakeholder groups to help manage the organisations reputation; Effectively discharging the duties and responsibilities of a NED and an ARC Chair; Providing strong and constructive challenges to the executive team to ensure that it delivers the approved strategy, and support the executive team in discharging their leadership responsibilities to National Highways; Collectively ensuring that decisions made by the Board follow proper procedures and are supported by sufficient high-quality information; and Ensuring that National Highways is run effectively, in line with best practice for non-departmental public bodies and Managing Public Money requirements. Person Specification and essential Criteria: An understanding of how to operate at Board level and of corporate governance with the ability to challenge and support complex delivery; A qualified accountant with relevant senior financial expertise gained within complex organisations; Experience of risk management; Strategic thinking with an ability to independently analyse complex issues and promote innovative thinking across challenging environments; Strong interpersonal skills and experience of working with stakeholders, with the ability to build relationships and to support and/or constructively challenge the executive as appropriate. Want to know more: For more information on how to apply and to access to the full candidate pack please click here Closing date for applications: Tuesday 12th December 2023.

Practice Manager & Senior Accountant. We are seeking an experienced, proactive, and highly organised Senior Accountant / Office Manager to join a growing accountancy practice. Practice Manager & Senior Accountant.

A growing accountancy firm in Harrow is seeking an experienced Client Accountant fluent in Romanian. The role involves managing client queries concerning Tax and Accounts exclusively for UK-based Romanian clients.

Osborne Appointments is recruiting a Practice Manager & Senior Accountant for their client in Harrow, UK. This senior role requires an experienced accountant who excels in accounts and tax, with responsibilities including the preparation of statutory accounts, managing junior staff, and building str

The successful candidate will work primarily with Romanian clients, requiring strong knowledge in Tax and Accounts along with excellent client relationship skills.

Experience in a UK accountancy practice (typically 2–5+ years depending on level).

Responsibilities include producing year-end accounts, handling VAT and corporation tax, and advising clients on financial planning. The ideal candidate will manage client bookkeeping and prepare statutory accounts while ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards. J&T Business Consulting is loo

Are you an experienced Practice Accountant looking for a move out of Practice, and to have the opportunity for a fully hybrid role? If so, our client are now looking for a Practice Accountant to join their team in their next phase of growth. The company offer a software solution to Accountancy Prac

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant to play a key role within their practice. Job Title: Qualified Accountant – Accountancy Practice. They are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Qualified Accountant to join their team and manage their own client portfolio.

Fletcher George is seeking an Assistant Accountant for their modern practice in Farnham.

Practice Accountant / Permanent Role / Birkenhead / £33,000 – £37,000 / Growing Practice / Client-Facing Role. NC Associates are working with a well-established and growing accountancy practice, part of a wider international group, who are looking to recruit an experienced AAT qualified Practice

A leading veterinary group is seeking a Commercial Finance Accountant in the UK. This role includes providing insightful financial analysis, resolving queries, and leading practice reviews.

Financial Accountant – Controls & Best Practice (Interim). We're partnering with a globally recognised consumer business seeking a strong Financial Accountant to support a key finance transformation programme. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys reviewing processes, improving controls

Are you an experienced Senior accounting professional looking to progress your career in a well sized and established accountancy practice? This highly successful and award winning Chelmsford based firm are now seeking a suitably qualified (ACA or ACCA) individual to take up a position that offers a

A well‑established accountancy practice in London is seeking an experienced Part‑Qualified Accountant to join their expanding team. Accountancy Practice Professional Services. Minimum 2 years of experience in an accountancy practice.

KHR Recruitment Specialists is seeking a Semi-Senior Accountant in Tonbridge. The ideal candidate will have experience within a UK accountancy practice.

Blusource Professional Services Ltd is seeking a Semi Senior / Senior Accountant to join their friendly team in Burgh St.

A reputable Accountancy Practice in Hertfordshire seeks a Practice Accountant to manage a client portfolio. Candidates must be ACA or ACCA qualified with at least three years' public practice experience.

Additional Resources is seeking a client-focused Accountant in the United Kingdom to prepare and review company accounts for various clients. The successful candidate will have prior experience in accountancy practice, strong communication skills, and qualifications such as CIMA, ACCA, or ACA.

Equals One in Huddersfield is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage a portfolio of owner-managed businesses and SME clients.

Bennett And Game Recruitment is seeking a Senior Accountant in Barnet. Ideally, candidates will have at least three years in practice and be proficient with various accounting software.

The Wow Company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Practice Client Accountant responsible for managing client relationships and year-end accounts processes.

A dynamic accountancy practice in Wimbledon is looking for a Junior Accountant to support their growing team.

Four Squared Recruitment Ltd is seeking an Assistant Accountant in Dudley, UK, to manage smaller clients end to end while supporting senior colleagues on larger businesses. Candidates must have a background in accountancy practice and be AAT Level 3 or studying towards ACCA.

Previously worked as a Client Accountant, Accounts Senior, Practice Accountant, Senior Accountant, Accountant or in a similar role. Must have experience working in accountancy practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a client-focused accountant to grow professionally while supporting businesse

Virtual Hire Staffing is looking for a Part-Qualified Accountant to join their team in London. This position requires a minimum of 2 years’ experience in an accountancy practice along with a commitment to studying ACCA, ACA, or AAT.

Additional Resources is seeking a Practice Accountant / Accounts Senior in the United Kingdom to manage client portfolios and oversee accounts while supporting junior team members in a collaborative practice environment.

Previously worked as a Client Accountant, Accounts Senior, Practice Accountant, Senior Accountant, Accountant or in a similar role. Must have experience working in accountancy practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a client‑focused accountant to grow professionally while supporting busines

J&T Business Consulting is seeking an experienced Accountant in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough to manage client portfolios and provide tax advisory services.

TPF Recruitment is looking for a Senior Practice Accountant to join a respected independent accountancy practice in Kent.

Puro Associates is seeking an Assistant Accountant located in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. The ideal candidate will have AAT Level 4 and at least 3 years of UK accountancy practice experience.

A chartered accountants and business advisors firm in West Yorkshire is seeking an experienced Practice Accountant to join their dynamic team.

Castle Employment Agency Ltd is seeking a Practice Accountant in Middlesborough offering a salary of up to £45,000. This role includes flexible hybrid working and opportunities for long-term progression within a growing independent accountancy practice. The ideal candidate should have UK accountanc

Broughton Group, located in West Midlands, is seeking an experienced Accountant to provide tailored financial support.

Fletcher George is seeking a Senior Accountant in Caterham, Surrey. The ideal candidate will hold an ACCA or MAAT qualification and have experience working in a UK accountancy practice.

Sayjo Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Semi Senior Accountant to join their busy practice in Halifax. The role involves assisting clients with accounts, preparing year-end accounts, and providing support to trainee accountants.

Ashley Rees Associates is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their accountancy practice in Wells. Previous experience in a practice is essential, with proficiency in Excel and familiarity with Xero/Quickbooks preferred.

Lead our general practice, manage a high‑value client portfolio, and, most importantly, mentor and develop our ACA/ACCA trainees. ACA/ACCA with significant UK public practice experience. If you’re ready to ditch the 'stale accountant' archetype, lead a talented team, and make an impact, apply be

WestonBrook Associates, an esteemed firm in Chelmsford, is looking for a Practice Accountant with ACA or ACCA qualification and at least 3 years of experience in a UK firm.

NXTGEN is excited to be partnering exclusively with a highly respected and growing business in Colchester to recruit a Senior Accountant into a role that offers something genuinely different to the traditional practice market. The work is far more in-depth than a standard practice role, giving you t