20 Accounting Expert jobs in the United Kingdom

Permax Recruitment is proud to be supporting a fast-growing and forward-thinking Chartered Accountancy and outsourcing group in their search for a Head of Practice Management. With over 30 years of establishment and ambitious growth plans to quadruple in size over the next five years, this dynamic firm is seeking a like-minded professional to join them on their journey.

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• Lead and manage the financial accounting team, providing direction and professional development.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with IFRS/UK GAAP.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Manage the year-end audit process, liaising with external auditors.
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal controls and accounting policies.
• Oversee the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Identify opportunities for process automation and efficiency improvements within the accounting function.
• Ensure the accurate reporting of financial information to stakeholders.

• Qualified Accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience (8+ years) in a senior accounting or financial reporting role.
• Extensive knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP.
• Experience managing teams and driving operational improvements.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and audit processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience within the financial services industry is highly advantageous.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to join our team.

• Ideally based in our Plymouth office – office-based preferred, but flexibility to work from home is available for the right candidate.
• Supportive and friendly team with opportunities to grow your role and responsibilities over time.

Duties

• Manage a portfolio of clients, primarily sole traders and partnerships, providing accounting and tax services.
• Prepare and review year-end accounts, self-assessment tax returns, and partnership tax returns.
• Provide general business advice where required.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations and filing deadlines.
• Act as the main point of contact for client queries, building strong, trusted relationships.
• Support and review work prepared by junior staff and bookkeepers.
• Liaise with HMRC on behalf of clients when necessary.
• Maintain accurate records and manage workflow efficiently.
• Provide guidance and training to team members when needed.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights that support business decisions.

• Lead the budgeting process and assist in long-term financial planning effort

• Key Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong understanding of tax issues affecting sole traders and partnerships.
• Proficient in using Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, and TaxCalc or similar accounting and tax software.
• Excellent organisational skills – must be able to manage multiple deadlines and clients simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills – confident dealing with clients and collaborating with internal staff.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• ACCA/ACA /ATT/AAT qualified or qualified by experience (QBE).
• Proven experience in an accounting management role.
• Excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £29,000.00-£33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Flexitime
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Plymouth PL6 5WR

Ein wachstumsstarkes Handelsunternehmen mit Sitz in Mainz sucht zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt eine engagierte Fachkraft im Bereich Accounting & Tax Management . Das Unternehmen beschäftigt über 200 Mitarbeitende deutschlandweit und steht für ein modernes, dynamisches Arbeitsumfeld mit flachen Hierarchien und viel Raum für Eigeninitiative.

Prüfung, Buchung und Dokumentation sämtlicher Geschäftsvorfälle

Erstellung von Intercompany-Rechnungen  sowie Mitwirkung bei Monats- und Jahresabschlüssen

Bearbeitung von Umsatzsteuervoranmeldungen  und Jahreserklärungen (inkl. OSS-Meldungen)

Klärung von steuerlichen und bilanziellen Fragestellungen  sowie Implementierung neuer Rechtsänderungen

Durchführung von Kostenabgrenzungen, Rückstellungen  und Kontenabstimmungen

Unterstützung bei Prozessoptimierungen  im Accounting-Bereich

Abgeschlossene Ausbildung im Bereich Bilanzbuchhaltung , Steuerfachwirt (m/w/d)  oder vergleichbare Qualifikation mit Schwerpunkt Rechnungswesen / Finance / Controlling

Berufserfahrung im Accounting  und in der Abschlusserstellung nach HGB

Sicherer Umgang mit DATEV  und MS Excel

Präzise, strukturierte und verantwortungsbewusste Arbeitsweise

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