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We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts & Tax Senior to join a professional services firm in Sevenoaks. This role involves managing financial records, preparing reports, preparing and submitting tax returns and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. \n Client Details \n This professional services firm operates within the accounting and finance sector. As a small-sized organisation, they provide specialised services to their clients and maintain a strong focus on accuracy and compliance. \n Description \n\n • Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and reports.\n, • Monitor and manage budgets, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.\n, • Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain accuracy.\n, • Assist in the preparation of tax returns and ensure compliance with regulations.\n, • Support month-end and year-end closing processes.\n, • Collaborate with internal teams to provide financial insights and advice.\n, • Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and regulations.\n, • Provide financial analysis to assist in decision-making processes.\n\n Profile \n A successful Accountant should have: \n \n\n • A recognised qualification in accounting or finance (ACCA/ACA).\n, • Experience in preparing financial reports and budgets.\n, • Experience preparing individual and company tax returns.\n, • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards.\n, • Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office tools.\n, • Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.\n, • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.\n\n Job Offer \n\n • Competitive salary ranging from £35000 to £50000.\n, • Permanent role within a professional services firm in Sevenoaks.\n, • Free parking.\n, • Opportunities for professional development and growth.\n, • Collaborative and supportive work environment.\n, • Potential for flexible working arrangements.\n\n

20–25 hours per week - 5 days a week onsite (9am - 1pm flexible) \n \n Monarch Foods International is an established international food import and export business trading across the UK and overseas markets. As the business continues to grow, we’re looking for an experienced Accountant to take ownership of the finance function across the UK and international operations. This is a newly created role offering genuine responsibility and the opportunity to work closely with the owner and existing Accounts Clerk, helping to improve processes, reporting and financial controls. \n \n The role \n You’ll take a hands-on approach to overseeing the finance function for Monarch Foods International Ltd and Monarch Foods BV, including: \n\n • Overseeing day-to-day finance across both companies.\n, • Managing and supporting the existing Accounts Clerk.\n, • Managing Sterling and foreign currency payments, including EUR and USD transactions.\n, • Managing the company’s FX requirements.\n, • Preparing VAT returns and managing payroll.\n, • Producing monthly management accounts.\n, • Preparing year-end financial statements and bringing more of the year-end process in-house.\n, • Managing company filings and statutory requirements.\n, • Providing clear financial information and management reporting to the owner.\n, • Supporting external stakeholders including banks, lawyers and credit insurers.\n, • Reviewing and improving finance processes and procedures.\n\n \n What we’re looking for \n\n • Demonstrable experience managing foreign currency transactions, particularly EUR and USD.\n, • Previous experience as an Accountant, Management Accountant or similar.\n, • Strong day-to-day accounting and financial administration experience.\n, • Experience with management accounts, VAT, payroll and year-end accounts.\n, • Good understanding of statutory requirements and company filings.\n, • Previous experience working within an import/export, international trading, wholesale or similar business would be beneficial.\n, • Strong Excel and accounting systems experience.\n, • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.\n, • The ability to work independently and take ownership.\n, • A practical, hands-on approach to problem solving.\n, • Confidence dealing with senior stakeholders and external advisers.\n\n \n Why join Monarch Foods? \n This is an opportunity to take ownership of the finance function within an established and growing international business. \n You’ll work closely with the owner, have a genuine influence on the business, help develop financial processes and reporting, and play an important role as the international side of the business continues to grow. \n \n If you’re an experienced accountant with some knowledge of import/export and FX experience and are looking for a part-time position where you can take ownership and make a genuine impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Finance Business Partner - 15 Month Fixed Term Contract \n Location: Biggin Hill \n Contract: Fixed term contract, c.15 months, full time \n Salary: Circa £65k + bonus + benefits \n Reporting to: Head of Finance \n The Opportunity \n A large, international organisation is looking for a qualified Finance Business Partner to join its Financial Planning & Analysis and Management Accounts team on a 15-month fixed term contract. \n You will play a central part in the group's annual budget and quarterly reforecasts, from reviewing departmental submissions through to helping write the group management reports. You will partner with budget holders across a range of technical and operational functions, analyse performance against budget, and present findings to senior management. \n It will suit a recently or newly qualified accountant who wants broad exposure to group-level planning and reporting in a fast-paced, high-profile environment, and who enjoys working closely with non-finance colleagues. \n What you'll be doing \n Budgeting and reforecasting \n\n • Contribute to the consolidated annual budget and cash flow forecast for the group\n, • Help produce the quarterly reforecasts using the latest available information\n, • Assist with writing the group budget and reforecast management reports\n, • Review departmental submissions, resolving discrepancies with preparers and budget holders\n, • Support colleagues across the business in preparing their budgets\n, • Update the general ledger with budget and forecast data, and manage the transition to each new financial year, including chart of accounts updates and rolling forward reports\n\n Month-end and reporting \n\n • Complete elements of the month-end process, including variance analysis, month-end adjustments and reviewing for mis-postings or mistimed transactions\n, • Help produce regular management reports and meet with managers to discuss performance\n, • Analyse group and divisional budgets and forecasts against prior year and prior quarter\n, • Prepare financial reports and present them to senior management\n\n Partnering and improvement \n\n • Partner with budget holders to control expenditure in line with approved budgets and forecasts\n, • Evaluate and advise on the financial implications of potential projects and investment decisions\n, • Review and improve existing financial processes, procedures and reports\n, • Provide ad hoc financial information to senior management and support team projects\n\n About you \n Essential \n\n • ACA or CIMA qualified\n, • A strong degree from a well-regarded university, with a record of excellent academic achievement\n, • Experience of budget and forecast preparation\n, • Experience of month-end preparation and management reporting\n, • Experience analysing actual performance against budget and forecast, and turning it into meaningful insight\n, • Strong analytical and financial reporting skills, with a solid grounding in accounting principles\n, • Advanced Excel\n, • Good written and verbal communication skills, able to build relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels\n, • Excellent attention to detail, and comfortable working to tight deadlines as part of a team or on your own initiative\n, • Living within a comfortable commute of the North West Kent / South East London border, as the role is predominantly office based\n\n Desirable \n\n • Experience with Power BI and/or Power Query\n\n What's on offer \n\n • Circa £65k\n, • Bonus\n, • Hybrid working\n, • Company benefits package\n

This role of Partner Designate has become available due to long term succession planning. Our client is a leading, independent firm in Sevenoaks and they are keen to identify and hire a Partner of the future. \n Client Details \n Our client is a leading independent accountancy firm in Sevenoaks. They have a rich history and they are planning for a prosperous future with the addition of a Partner Designate. This will be a key role for the firm and long term offer a route to become the 3rd Partner of the firm. \n Description \n\n • Manage a portfolio of sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.\n, • Oversee and review accounts, financial statements, corporation tax, and personal tax returns.\n, • Build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and senior stakeholders.\n, • Ensure the timely and efficient delivery of client work and deadlines.\n, • Work closely with Partners to support the smooth running and growth of the practice.\n, • Contribute to business development, marketing initiatives, and audit assignments where desired.\n\n Profile \n A successful Partner Designate should have: \n \n\n • ACCA/ACA qualified. Dual qualification of CTA preferred.\n, • Proven experience leading a team, winning new business, managing a portfolio over multiple years.\n, • Experience of accounting and tax work.\n, • Desire to build career to Partner level\n, • A strategic mindset with attention to detail in operational delivery\n\n Job Offer \n\n • Competitive salary ranging from £70,000 to £85,000 dependent on the level of experience\n, • Permanent position in a leading accountancy firm in Sevenoaks\n, • Long term progression route to Partner\n, • 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays)\n, • Free parking\n, • Agile and hybrid working\n\n

FP&A Analyst - 15 Month Fixed Term Contract \n Location: Biggin Hill \n Contract: Fixed term contract, c.15 months, full time \n Salary: Circa £65k + bonus + benefits \n Reporting to: Head of Finance \n The Opportunity \n A large, international organisation is looking for a qualified FP&A Analyst to join its Financial Planning & Analysis and Management Accounts team on a 15-month fixed term contract. \n You will play a central part in the group's annual budget and quarterly reforecasts, from reviewing departmental submissions through to helping write the group management reports. You will partner with budget holders across a range of technical and operational functions, analyse performance against budget, and present findings to senior management. \n It will suit a recently or newly qualified accountant who wants broad exposure to group-level planning and reporting in a fast-paced, high-profile environment, and who enjoys working closely with non-finance colleagues. \n What you'll be doing \n Budgeting and reforecasting \n\n • Contribute to the consolidated annual budget and cash flow forecast for the group\n, • Help produce the quarterly reforecasts using the latest available information\n, • Assist with writing the group budget and reforecast management reports\n, • Review departmental submissions, resolving discrepancies with preparers and budget holders\n, • Support colleagues across the business in preparing their budgets\n, • Update the general ledger with budget and forecast data, and manage the transition to each new financial year, including chart of accounts updates and rolling forward reports\n\n Month-end and reporting \n\n • Complete elements of the month-end process, including variance analysis, month-end adjustments and reviewing for mis-postings or mistimed transactions\n, • Help produce regular management reports and meet with managers to discuss performance\n, • Analyse group and divisional budgets and forecasts against prior year and prior quarter\n, • Prepare financial reports and present them to senior management\n\n Partnering and improvement \n\n • Partner with budget holders to control expenditure in line with approved budgets and forecasts\n, • Evaluate and advise on the financial implications of potential projects and investment decisions\n, • Review and improve existing financial processes, procedures and reports\n, • Provide ad hoc financial information to senior management and support team projects\n\n About you \n Essential \n\n • ACA or CIMA qualified\n, • A strong degree from a well-regarded university, with a record of excellent academic achievement\n, • Experience of budget and forecast preparation\n, • Experience of month-end preparation and management reporting\n, • Experience analysing actual performance against budget and forecast, and turning it into meaningful insight\n, • Strong analytical and financial reporting skills, with a solid grounding in accounting principles\n, • Advanced Excel\n, • Good written and verbal communication skills, able to build relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels\n, • Excellent attention to detail, and comfortable working to tight deadlines as part of a team or on your own initiative\n, • Living within a comfortable commute of the North West Kent / South East London border, as the role is predominantly office based\n\n Desirable \n\n • Experience with Power BI and/or Power Query\n\n What's on offer \n\n • Circa £65k\n, • Bonus\n, • Hybrid working\n, • Company benefits package\n

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts & Tax Senior to join a professional services firm in Sevenoaks. This role involves managing financial records, preparing reports, preparing and submitting tax returns and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This professional services firm operates within the accounting and finance sector. As a small-sized organisation, they provide specialised services to their clients and maintain a strong focus on accuracy and compliance. • Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and reports., • Monitor and manage budgets, ensuring alignment with organisational goals., • Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain accuracy., • Assist in the preparation of tax returns and ensure compliance with regulations., • Support month-end and year-end closing processes., • Collaborate with internal teams to provide financial insights and advice., • Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and regulations., • Provide financial analysis to assist in decision-making processes. A successful Accountant should have: • A recognised qualification in accounting or finance (ACCA/ACA)., • Experience in preparing financial reports and budgets., • Experience preparing individual and company tax returns., • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards., • Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office tools., • Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills., • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities., • Competitive salary ranging from £35000 to £50000., • Permanent role within a professional services firm in Sevenoaks., • Free parking., • Opportunities for professional development and growth., • Collaborative and supportive work environment., • Potential for flexible working arrangements. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Senior Manager will be the right hand person to the Partners of the firm. This role has the potential to progress through Partner Designate up to eventual equity Partner. Our client is a top 100 accountancy practice in the Sevenoaks area. They have been established over many years and have a rich and celebrated history. Our client offers fantastic career development opportunities to its staff and have a flexible approach to working (agile and hybrid working on offer). • Manage a diverse portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality accounting, tax, and business advisory services., • Lead and review the preparation of statutory accounts, management accounts, corporation tax returns, and personal tax matters., • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing commercial advice and building long-term relationships., • Oversee, mentor, and develop junior team members, supporting their technical and professional growth., • Identify opportunities to expand services within existing client portfolios and contribute to business development initiatives., • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, firm procedures, and quality control standards while managing deadlines and workflow effectively. A successful Senior Manager should have: • Professional accounting qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)., • Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles and regulations., • Ability to lead and develop a team effectively., • Excellent communication skills for client and stakeholder interaction., • A proactive approach to identifying and solving problems., • 10+ years experience working for an accountancy practice., • Salary ranging from £60,000 to £75,000, dependent on the level of experience., • Permanent role offering stability and growth potential., • Opportunities to work with a variety of clients in professional services., • Located in Sevenoaks with potential for local client engagement., • 25 days annual leave.Hybrid working., • Track to equity Partner. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Senior Manager will be the right hand person to the Partners of the firm. This role has the potential to progress through Partner Designate up to eventual equity Partner. Our client is a top 100 accountancy practice in the Sevenoaks area. They have been established over many years and have a rich and celebrated history. Our client offers fantastic career development opportunities to its staff and have a flexible approach to working (agile and hybrid working on offer). • Manage a diverse portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality accounting, tax, and business advisory services., • Lead and review the preparation of statutory accounts, management accounts, corporation tax returns, and personal tax matters., • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing commercial advice and building long-term relationships., • Oversee, mentor, and develop junior team members, supporting their technical and professional growth., • Identify opportunities to expand services within existing client portfolios and contribute to business development initiatives., • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, firm procedures, and quality control standards while managing deadlines and workflow effectively. A successful Senior Manager should have: • Professional accounting qualifications (e., ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)., • Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles and regulations., • Ability to lead and develop a team effectively., • Excellent communication skills for client and stakeholder interaction., • A proactive approach to identifying and solving problems., • 10+ years experience working for an accountancy practice., • Salary ranging from £60,000 to £75,000, dependent on the level of experience., • Permanent role offering stability and growth potential., • Opportunities to work with a variety of clients in professional services., • Located in Sevenoaks with potential for local client engagement., • 25 days annual leave., • Hybrid working., • Track to equity Partner. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Brand New! Urgent role | Divisional Financial Controller | Sevenoaks We are supporting a highly successful PE-backed Group based in Sevenoaks, Kent to hire a Divisional Financial Controller to look after two £10mil t/o sites. This is a highly visible role within the Group, who are entering into another exciting phase of growth through acquisition. You will take ownership of cash flow, budget preparation, month-end and building forecasting that goes beyond a simple projection. This is a role for someone who wants genuine ownership of controls, not just oversight of a process. You will need to be commercially minded and comfortable in a fast-moving environment. You will have genuine scope to make your mark – reporting into a Finance Director who is genuinely invested in your development and keen to give you the space to shape the function your way, with a clear path to progress as the Group continues to grow. • Lead and oversee all accounting, management reporting, and financial control activities for two sites., • Ensure accurate and timely month-end results, variance analysis, and commentary for consolidation., • Maintain a robust financial control environment, accounting standards, and statutory requirements., • Deliver high-quality balance sheet reconciliations and oversee working capital and cashflow performance., • Partner with the central finance team to harmonise processes, policies, and systems across regional businesses., • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, ideally within PE-backed or multi-entity environment., • Strong technical accounting knowledge with a solid understanding of UK GAAP., • Demonstrated ability to manage multi-site financial operations., • Strong Excel skills, with genuine curiosity about the numbers behind the numbers., • Ability to partner with senior stakeholders and operations., • Salary £70,000 - £75,000, • £6,000 Car Allowance, • 15% Bonus, • Matched Pension, • 25 days holiday, • Hybrid and flexible working, • Room to grow, freedom to lead, and a supportive and encouraging FD I am shortlisting now, with interviews taking place week commencing 28th September. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Are you an experienced Practice Accountantwith Management Accounting experience looking for a dynamic role in a well-established and growing accountancy firm? We are recruiting for a talented individual to work directly alongside a Partner, playing a crucial role in managing client accounts and supporting business operations. As a ManagementAccountant and PA to Partner, you will be a key part of the team, providing high-quality accounting services to a diverse portfolio of clients. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a long-term career in practice, with opportunities for professional growth and development. • Providing statutory andmanagement accounting services to a varied client base, • Working closely with a Partner to support client advisory and business strategy, • Preparing financial statements, forecasts, and cash flow reports, • Overseeing Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, and Dext for clients, • Supervising and guiding junior staff members, • Ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards, • Supporting process improvements and efficiency initiatives, • Qualified, Part-Qualified, or QBE (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA preferred), • Strong experience in management accounting and general practice, • Proficiency in Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, and Dext, • Excellent interpersonal and client relationship management skills, • Motivated, self-starter, and proactive mindset, • Comfortable working in an office-based role (no remote work), • Must be able to commute to Sevenoaks within 40 minutes, • Competitive salary based on skills and experience, • Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, • A stable and growing firm with long-term career prospects, • Free on-site parking, • Supportive and collaborative team environment If you're looking for a challenging yet rewarding role in a thriving accountancy practice, we'd love to hear from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr