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Audit Senior / Assistant Manager | Canterbury or Chatham | Hybrid | £55,000–£60,000Ready for the next step in your audit career?  If you're recently qualified, an experienced Audit Senior, or already operating at Assistant Manager level and looking for a role where you can take more ownership, this could be a great opportunity to make your next move.We're working with a highly regarded professional services firm that has built a strong reputation for quality, client service and investing in its people.This is a role where you'll get plenty of client exposure, take responsibility for your own assignments and work alongside experienced Managers, Directors and Partners — without being left to figure everything out yourself.What you'll be doingYou'll play an important role in delivering audits from planning through to completion, working across a varied client portfolio and becoming a trusted point of contact for your clients.Your day-to-day will include:Taking ownership of key areas of audit assignments, from planning and fieldwork through to completion.Managing your workload effectively to meet deadlines, budgets and quality expectations.Tackling more complex audit areas and knowing when to involve senior colleagues.Reviewing accounts and helping clients work through queries and issues.Building strong relationships with clients and becoming a reliable contact throughout the audit process.Supporting the management of a portfolio of clients and helping maintain strong, long-term relationships.Identifying where clients could benefit from additional expertise and connecting them with the right specialists.Delegating work to junior team members and making sure assignments stay on track.Coaching and supporting less experienced colleagues, helping them build confidence and develop their technical skills.Getting involved in fee, WIP and budget management and developing your commercial understanding.Keeping your technical knowledge up to date and maintaining high standards of audit quality.Supporting tenders, proposals and wider business development activity as you gain experience.Why consider it?This is more than just another audit position where you're handed a file and told to get on with it.You'll have genuine client contact, increasing responsibility and the opportunity to build a career rather than simply complete assignments.You'll work closely with senior members of the team, giving you exposure to a broad range of clients and the chance to learn from people who have been where you are now.The firm also places real emphasis on development, collaboration and giving people the opportunity to progress.You'll benefit from:£55,000–£60,000 salary, depending on experienceHybrid workingCanterbury or Chatham locationStrong exposure to clients and senior stakeholdersClear opportunities for career progressionSupportive and collaborative team environmentOpportunities to develop your commercial and business development skillsA varied client portfolio rather than the same audit on repeatWhat we're looking forYou'll ideally be ACA, ACCA, ICAS or similarly qualified, although newly qualified candidates with the right experience will be considered.We're looking for someone with previous external audit experience gained within professional practice who is ready to take on greater responsibility.You'll be a strong fit if you:Have solid audit and technical accounting knowledge.Are comfortable dealing directly with clients.Can manage your own workload and juggle competing deadlines.Have experience reviewing work or supporting junior colleagues.Communicate confidently with both clients and internal teams.Take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.Are commercially minded and interested in developing your client management skills.Want to progress towards a more senior role rather than staying in the same place.Your next move?If you're looking for an audit role that gives you more responsibility, more client exposure and a genuine opportunity to progress, we'd be happy to have a confidential conversation.No complicated process. No hard sell. Just a straightforward discussion about what you're looking for and whether this could be the right next step.Please note: Candidates must have the existing and unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, this role does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Audit Manager – Non-Profit & Charity Sector | Canterbury or Chatham | Hybrid | £67,000–£85,000 depending on experienceA role with purpose, variety and plenty of room to make your markIf you're an experienced Audit Manager who enjoys working closely with clients rather than simply moving from one audit file to the next, this could be a very interesting opportunity.We're working with a highly regarded professional services firm with a strong reputation for its people, its client relationships and the quality of work it delivers.The role sits within a growing Non-Profit & Charity sector team, giving you the opportunity to work with a varied portfolio of organisations where your advice genuinely matters.  And yes, there will still be audit files. But thankfully, that's not the whole story.What you'll be doingYou'll take ownership of a portfolio of charity and not-for-profit clients, overseeing engagements from initial planning through to completion and sign-off.You'll also:Build strong, trusted relationships with clients and become a genuine point of contact for their audit and wider financial needs.Lead audit assignments, making sure they are delivered efficiently, commercially and to a high standard.Work with a varied portfolio including charities, not-for-profit organisations, educational establishments and social enterprises.Apply your technical knowledge to more complex audit matters, including Charity SORP requirements.Review work and support more junior members of the team, helping them develop their technical and professional skills.Get involved in improving processes, sharing knowledge and strengthening the firm's offering within the sector.Identify opportunities to support clients beyond the immediate audit where appropriate.Play an active role in developing new relationships and contributing to the continued growth of the non-profit and charity portfolio.Maintain a strong focus on audit quality, risk management and professional standards.Why consider it?This isn't simply an opportunity to inherit a portfolio and keep the wheels turning.You'll have genuine ownership, senior client exposure and the opportunity to help shape a growing area of the business.You'll be joining a firm that places real value on collaboration, development and doing good work with good people. There is a strong focus on supporting career progression, while giving experienced professionals the autonomy to get on with the job.You'll also benefit from:£67,000–£85,000 salary, depending on experience and seniorityHybrid workingCanterbury or Chatham locationA varied and interesting client portfolioStrong opportunities for progressionA collaborative, supportive working environmentThe chance to work with organisations making a genuine differenceWhat we're looking forYou'll ideally be ACA, ACCA, ICAS or similarly qualified, with solid external audit experience gained within professional practice.Experience working with charities, not-for-profit organisations, education or social enterprises would be highly advantageous, particularly if you're comfortable with Charity SORP.We're also looking for someone who can:Confidently manage a portfolio of clients and multiple assignments.Lead audits from planning through to completion.Communicate comfortably with senior stakeholders.Support, coach and develop junior team members.Work independently while being a strong team player.Combine technical audit expertise with a commercial and client-focused approach.Spot opportunities to build relationships and contribute to business growth.Ready for something with a little more purpose?If you're looking for your next Audit Manager role and want great clients, meaningful work, career development and a firm that genuinely invests in its people, we'd be very happy to have a confidential conversation.No pressure. No awkward recruitment script. Just a straightforward chat about whether it could be the right move for you.Please note: Candidates must have the existing and unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, this role does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Audit Manager – Non-Profit & Charity Sector | Canterbury or Chatham | Hybrid | £67,000–£85,000 depending on experienceA role with purpose, variety and plenty of room to make your markIf you're an experienced Audit Manager who enjoys working closely with clients rather than simply moving from one audit file to the next, this could be a very interesting opportunity.We're working with a highly regarded professional services firm with a strong reputation for its people, its client relationships and the quality of work it delivers.The role sits within a growing Non-Profit & Charity sector team, giving you the opportunity to work with a varied portfolio of organisations where your advice genuinely matters.  And yes, there will still be audit files. But thankfully, that's not the whole story.What you'll be doingYou'll take ownership of a portfolio of charity and not-for-profit clients, overseeing engagements from initial planning through to completion and sign-off.You'll also:Build strong, trusted relationships with clients and become a genuine point of contact for their audit and wider financial needs.Lead audit assignments, making sure they are delivered efficiently, commercially and to a high standard.Work with a varied portfolio including charities, not-for-profit organisations, educational establishments and social enterprises.Apply your technical knowledge to more complex audit matters, including Charity SORP requirements.Review work and support more junior members of the team, helping them develop their technical and professional skills.Get involved in improving processes, sharing knowledge and strengthening the firm's offering within the sector.Identify opportunities to support clients beyond the immediate audit where appropriate.Play an active role in developing new relationships and contributing to the continued growth of the non-profit and charity portfolio.Maintain a strong focus on audit quality, risk management and professional standards.Why consider it?This isn't simply an opportunity to inherit a portfolio and keep the wheels turning.You'll have genuine ownership, senior client exposure and the opportunity to help shape a growing area of the business.You'll be joining a firm that places real value on collaboration, development and doing good work with good people. There is a strong focus on supporting career progression, while giving experienced professionals the autonomy to get on with the job.You'll also benefit from:£67,000–£85,000 salary, depending on experience and seniorityHybrid workingCanterbury or Chatham locationA varied and interesting client portfolioStrong opportunities for progressionA collaborative, supportive working environmentThe chance to work with organisations making a genuine differenceWhat we're looking forYou'll ideally be ACA, ACCA, ICAS or similarly qualified, with solid external audit experience gained within professional practice.Experience working with charities, not-for-profit organisations, education or social enterprises would be highly advantageous, particularly if you're comfortable with Charity SORP.We're also looking for someone who can:Confidently manage a portfolio of clients and multiple assignments.Lead audits from planning through to completion.Communicate comfortably with senior stakeholders.Support, coach and develop junior team members.Work independently while being a strong team player.Combine technical audit expertise with a commercial and client-focused approach.Spot opportunities to build relationships and contribute to business growth.Ready for something with a little more purpose?If you're looking for your next Audit Manager role and want great clients, meaningful work, career development and a firm that genuinely invests in its people, we'd be very happy to have a confidential conversation.No pressure. No awkward recruitment script. Just a straightforward chat about whether it could be the right move for you.Please note: Candidates must have the existing and unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, this role does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Private Client Tax Senior Manager | Belfast | Hybrid | £65,000–£75,000 + benefitsPrivate Client Tax professionals — if you're ready to spend less time simply ticking boxes and more time actually advising clients, this could be worth a look.I'm working on an opportunity for an experienced Private Client Tax Senior Manager to join a growing professional services team in Belfast.This is a genuinely advisory-focused role, with full ownership of a diverse private client portfolio and the opportunity to become a trusted adviser to clients on some of their most important financial decisions.We're looking for someone who enjoys the technical side of private client tax but also wants the client contact, commercial exposure and responsibility that comes with operating at Senior Manager level.What you'll be doingYou'll take ownership of your own portfolio and lead on complex private client advisory work across areas including:Inheritance TaxCapital Gains TaxSuccession planningEstatesTrustsComplex personal tax mattersWider private client advisoryYou'll act as a key point of contact for your clients, building relationships that go beyond simply getting the tax return filed on time.You'll also:Lead complex advisory assignments from start to finishProvide proactive advice and become a trusted adviser to clientsIdentify opportunities for additional advisory work and contribute to business developmentManage multiple assignments whilst maintaining a high standard of client serviceReview and sign off complex compliance work where requiredWork with wider teams to provide joined-up adviceMentor and develop junior members of the teamTake ownership of engagements from initial opportunity through to delivery and billingWhat they're looking forStrong Private Client Tax experience gained within professional servicesA clear advisory focus, alongside a solid compliance backgroundCTA, ACA/CA, ATT, STEP or equivalent qualificationExperience managing your own client portfolio and senior client relationshipsStrong technical knowledge and the confidence to deal with complex mattersExperience mentoring or developing junior team membersA commercial mindset and an interest in developing client relationshipsExcellent communication skillsThe ability to work independently and take genuine ownershipExperience of international tax or UK/Ireland cross-border matters would be advantageous, but isn't essential.Why consider it?£65,000–£75,000 base salary + benefitsHybrid working in BelfastA genuinely advisory-led position rather than a compliance-heavy Senior Manager roleFull ownership of your client portfolioExposure to complex and interesting private client workDirect client relationships and senior stakeholder exposureOpportunity to contribute to business development and the growth of the teamLeadership and mentoring responsibilityClear scope to develop your career furtherIf you're an experienced Private Client Tax Manager or Senior Manager who wants more advisory exposure, greater ownership and the chance to build long-term client relationships, I'd be keen to hear from you.And don't worry — this isn't one of those roles where "advisory" means you spend 95% of your time doing compliance and 5% wondering when the advisory work is going to appear. 😉📩 Interested? Get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Senior Manager – Office of the CFO | Manchester | Hybrid | 3 days in officeIf you're an accountant who wants to do more than produce the numbers, this could be the move you've been waiting for.I'm working on an opportunity for an experienced ACA/ACCA-qualified accountant to join a growing Office of the CFO team in Manchester.This isn't another traditional accounts role where your biggest achievement is getting the month-end finished on time.You'll be working directly with CFOs, Finance Directors and business owners, helping them understand their numbers, improve performance, plan for growth and make better commercial decisions.In short — you'll be much closer to the decision-making.What you'll be doingYou'll take ownership of a diverse client portfolio and act as a genuine finance adviser, with responsibility for:Building trusted relationships with CFOs, Finance Directors and business ownersReviewing management accounts, statutory accounts and financial reportingProviding commercial insight rather than simply reporting the numbersAdvising on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and financial planningSupporting businesses with outsourced finance and CFO servicesOverseeing audit liaison and accounting complianceIdentifying opportunities to grow existing client relationshipsWorking with specialists across the wider business to deliver joined-up solutionsLeading, mentoring and developing Managers, Assistant Managers and junior team membersHelping shape the continued growth of the Office of the CFO offeringYou'll also have a genuine opportunity to influence how the team develops and play an important role in the future direction of the Manchester practice.What they're looking forACA or ACCA qualifiedStrong technical accounting backgroundExperience gained within practice, ideally Business Services, Accounts or AdvisoryExperience managing a portfolio of clientsConfident dealing with senior stakeholders and building long-term relationshipsExperience leading and developing teamsCommercially minded with a genuine interest in helping businesses growStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsExperience in outsourced finance, CFO Services or working with SME/mid-market businesses would be a bonusWhy consider it?3 days a week in the Manchester officeMove beyond traditional accounting into strategic finance and advisoryDirect exposure to CFOs, Finance Directors and business ownersGenuine opportunity to become a trusted adviserLeadership responsibility with plenty of autonomyExposure to ambitious businesses across different sectorsOpportunity to help build a growing and strategically important service lineClear progression towards Director levelReal opportunity to develop and mentor the next generation of finance professionalsIf you're an experienced accountant who's starting to think "there must be more to my career than reviewing another set of accounts", this could be worth a conversation.I'm particularly keen to hear from people who enjoy the commercial side of finance, client relationships and problem-solving as much as the technical accounting.Applicants must have unrestricted right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.📩 Interested? Get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Transfer Pricing Manager | United Kingdom | Hybrid | £55,000–£60,000Transfer Pricing professionals — this one might actually be worth opening.I'm working with a growing professional services firm looking to appoint an experienced Transfer Pricing Manager to join its specialist Tax team.This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to take their Transfer Pricing career to the next level, with exposure to multinational clients, complex cross-border transactions and genuine advisory work — not just producing documentation on repeat.The roleYou'll work across a varied portfolio of Transfer Pricing engagements, taking ownership of projects and building strong relationships with clients.Your experience will be used across areas including:Transfer Pricing policy design, implementation and reviewLocal Files, Master Files and wider TP documentationFunctional analysis and interviewsEconomic benchmarking and pricing analysisCross-border financing and interest benchmarkingThin capitalisation mattersTransfer Pricing advisory and planningUK legislation and OECD developmentsYou'll also have the opportunity to get involved in business development, work alongside specialists across Tax, Audit and Corporate Finance, and mentor more junior members of the team.What they're looking forProven Transfer Pricing experience at Manager levelExperience gained within professional services or industryStrong understanding of UK Transfer Pricing legislation and OECD guidelinesExperience with functional analysis and TP documentationExposure to benchmarking and intercompany financingStrong client management and communication skillsExperience mentoring or developing junior colleaguesACA, ACCA, CA, CTA, ADIT or equivalent qualification is desirableWhy consider it?£55,000–£60,000 salaryHybrid workingBroad exposure to multinational clientsInteresting international and cross-border projectsGrowing specialist Transfer Pricing teamClear progression opportunitiesOngoing technical and professional developmentOpportunity to contribute to the growth and direction of the teamA collaborative environment that encourages new ideas and smarter ways of workingIf you're an experienced Transfer Pricing Manager and you're starting to wonder whether your current role is really giving you the progression and exposure you want, it could be worth a conversation.And yes, I know your inbox is probably full of recruiters telling you about their "fantastic opportunities". So I'll keep this one simple — if you're good at Transfer Pricing, I'd like to hear from you. 👋

Private Client Tax Compliance – Senior Manager | Scotland | HybridIf you know your way around a complex Self-Assessment, have a strong private client portfolio and can spot a tax issue before it becomes someone else’s problem, this could be worth a look.I'm working on an opportunity for an experienced Private Client Tax Compliance Senior Manager to join a growing tax team where you'll have genuine responsibility, senior client exposure and the opportunity to help shape how the compliance function develops.This isn't a role for someone looking to spend the next few years simply reviewing tax returns. You'll have the technical experience to handle complex clients, the commercial mindset to grow relationships and the leadership skills to help develop the people around you.What you'll be doingYou'll take ownership of your own portfolio of private clients, acting as the main point of contact and ensuring everything is delivered accurately and on time, including:Self-Assessment tax returns and Final DeclarationsMTD quarterly reportingCGT calculations and Real Time CGT reportingTrust registrations and related complianceAd hoc private client tax advisory workReviewing complex work prepared by junior team membersManaging WIP, fees, proposals and fee increasesIdentifying opportunities to introduce additional services to existing clientsBuilding strong, long-term client relationshipsYou'll also have responsibility for leading and developing junior members of the team, providing technical support, mentoring and helping people progress in their careers.There's a commercial element too. You'll be expected to get involved in business development, networking and winning new work, both through your existing relationships and by developing new ones.You'll also work closely with the wider tax advisory team and other areas of the business, while supporting the Head of Tax Compliance with quality control, process improvements and the implementation of new technology.What they're looking forA relevant professional tax qualification such as CA, ATT, CTA, STEP or equivalentAt least 3 years' experience at Manager level or above within tax complianceStrong experience managing a private client portfolioExperience dealing directly with clients and building trusted relationshipsPrevious experience managing and developing a teamStrong technical research and problem-solving skillsA commercial mindset and willingness to contribute to business developmentExperience with CCH Personal Tax would be advantageousWhy consider it?Senior role with genuine responsibility and influenceStrong exposure to interesting and complex private clientsOpportunity to develop both the team and the wider compliance offeringHybrid workingA role where technology and process improvement are genuinely being invested inClear opportunity to make your mark rather than simply inherit someone else's to-do listIf you're already operating at Manager/Senior Manager level in Private Client Tax Compliance and are looking for something with a bit more scope, I'd be keen to have a conversation.And don't worry — I promise this isn't another recruiter message asking whether you're "open to hearing about exciting opportunities" before disappearing into the abyss. 😄

Private Client Tax Compliance – Senior Manager | Scotland | HybridIf you know your way around a complex Self-Assessment, have a strong private client portfolio and can spot a tax issue before it becomes someone else’s problem, this could be worth a look.I'm working on an opportunity for an experienced Private Client Tax Compliance Senior Manager to join a growing tax team where you'll have genuine responsibility, senior client exposure and the opportunity to help shape how the compliance function develops.This isn't a role for someone looking to spend the next few years simply reviewing tax returns. You'll have the technical experience to handle complex clients, the commercial mindset to grow relationships and the leadership skills to help develop the people around you.What you'll be doingYou'll take ownership of your own portfolio of private clients, acting as the main point of contact and ensuring everything is delivered accurately and on time, including:Self-Assessment tax returns and Final DeclarationsMTD quarterly reportingCGT calculations and Real Time CGT reportingTrust registrations and related complianceAd hoc private client tax advisory workReviewing complex work prepared by junior team membersManaging WIP, fees, proposals and fee increasesIdentifying opportunities to introduce additional services to existing clientsBuilding strong, long-term client relationshipsYou'll also have responsibility for leading and developing junior members of the team, providing technical support, mentoring and helping people progress in their careers.There's a commercial element too. You'll be expected to get involved in business development, networking and winning new work, both through your existing relationships and by developing new ones.You'll also work closely with the wider tax advisory team and other areas of the business, while supporting the Head of Tax Compliance with quality control, process improvements and the implementation of new technology.What they're looking forA relevant professional tax qualification such as CA, ATT, CTA, STEP or equivalentAt least 3 years' experience at Manager level or above within tax complianceStrong experience managing a private client portfolioExperience dealing directly with clients and building trusted relationshipsPrevious experience managing and developing a teamStrong technical research and problem-solving skillsA commercial mindset and willingness to contribute to business developmentExperience with CCH Personal Tax would be advantageousWhy consider it?Senior role with genuine responsibility and influenceStrong exposure to interesting and complex private clientsOpportunity to develop both the team and the wider compliance offeringHybrid workingA role where technology and process improvement are genuinely being invested inClear opportunity to make your mark rather than simply inherit someone else's to-do listIf you're already operating at Manager/Senior Manager level in Private Client Tax Compliance and are looking for something with a bit more scope, I'd be keen to have a conversation.And don't worry — I promise this isn't another recruiter message asking whether you're "open to hearing about exciting opportunities" before disappearing into the abyss. 😄