AJ Chambers are recruiting for a US / UK Tax Senior to join a boutique firm in their London office.

 

We are currently seeking somebody with experience in US Tax, and has gained their experience within an accountancy practice. You will be joining a well established firm, who have built an excellent reputation.

 

 

US / UK Tax Senior responsibilities:

 

Prepare complex tax returns  Gather data for correspondence to taxing authorities Review work for accuracy Stay current on technical matters through a variety of media Attend client meetings Review / monitor WIP Prepare budgets and financial statements To regularly contact both HMRC and the IRS

 

US / UK Tax Senior requirements:

 

Experience in US tax Ideally EA/ATT qualified Fully Computer literate  Able to organise and prioritise and monitor workload effectively Effective communication skills Self-motivated with a problem solving approach to work

 

For further information on this US / UK Tax Senior role, please apply direct or contact Thomas Sharland-Harris at AJ Chambers

AJ Chambers are currently recruiting for an experienced, IT literate, Payroll Manager with first class interpersonal skills to join our clients' Accountancy Practice at their friendly office based in Barnet, Hertfordshire.

The successful applicant will be well educated and articulate, with strong knowledge of UK PAYE compliance and recent experience of managing a portfolio of clients and/or staff. Bureau (multiple payroll) experience is essential.

The salary offered is in the region of £40,000 to £45,000 (dependent on experience), plus attractive benefits and learning opportunities.

Job Description

Main duties of the role will include;

· End to end payroll processing on Sage - weekly, fortnightly, monthly, 4-weekly, quarterly and annually - providing clients with payslips and relevant information for around 200 clients

· Managing and delegating work to junior payroll staff as well as liaising with an outsourcing company for payroll support

· Setting up auto-enrolment schemes and submitting details to pension providers

· Calculating apprenticeship levy

· Provide banks with autopay information

· Advise HMRC when no payment is due

· Resolve any PAYE/CIS queries raised by HMRC

· Process and submit monthly CIS returns, issue tax deduction slips,

· End of year procedures - P35, P60's, P11D's and Section 336 Claims

· Calculate redundancy pay

· Calculation of SMP and SSP

· Advise clients of changes to payroll legislation/personal allowances when necessary

· Set-up new schemes with HMRC as and when required

· Provide general payroll advice when required

For further information on this role, please apply direct or contact Scott Golding at AJ Chambers

An opportunity has arisen for a bright and enthusiastic individual to join a growing, forward thinking Independent Accountancy Practice in Rugby. The practice prides themselves on allowing their employees to grow, progress and achieve their full potential, while taking home a competitive salary and maintaining a healthy work/life balance.

In this position, you will begin as an Business Services Manager, working largely digitally with a heavy focus on management accounts, VAT, Bookkeeping reviewing and some year end statutory accounts preparation.

A exceptional understanding of management accounts, cloud accounting (Xero) and VAT is required. Our client is looking for a safe pair of hands, technically sound candidate with good experience of management accounts preparation with a variety of sectors.

It is essential that the candidate is Xero Certified, with extensive knowledge and experience of Xero. You will be closely involved in assisting colleagues and clients on cloud based accounting software.

The successful individual will have the opportunity to grow the department and client offering.

Responsibilities:

Reviewing Bookkeeping Work

Reviewing statutory and management accounts

Building and maintaining strong client relationships

Management of workflow within scheduled time

Keeping up to date technically

Liaising with clients and colleagues to resolve any issues

Training and Development of Junior staff members

Requirements:

Prior experience in Public Practice

Extensive experience with Xero and other cloud accounting packages. Essential Xero Certified.

Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team

Detail orientated and organised

Able to conduct and utilise research

Desire to assist growth of the business

ACCA/ACA Qualified

Senior Accountant- Manchester

 

An opportunity has arisen for a bright and enthusiastic individual to join a small, established, independent accountancy practice in Manchester. Alongside offering flexible working hours, the practice prides themselves on allowing their employees to grow, progress and achieve their full potential, while taking home a competitive salary and maintaining a healthy work/life balance.

 

A good understanding of accounts, management accounts, cloud accounting and VAT is required. Our client is looking for a safe pair of hands, with good experience of accounts preparation with a variety of sectors. You will be the first point of contact for clients and will be responsible for maintaining a strong working relationship with the client base.

 

Responsibilities:

Bookkeeping

Preparing statutory and management accounts

Building and maintaining strong client relationships

Management of own workflow within scheduled time

Keeping up to date technically

Liaising with clients to resolve any issues

Managing and reviewing junior staff work

 

Requirements:

Prior experience in Public Practice

Experience with accounting software such as Xero

Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team

Detail orientated and organised

Able to conduct and utilise research

ACCA/ACA Qualified

 

If this Senior Accountant role is of interest or you would like to know more, please apply direct or contact James Gosling at AJ Chambers.

 

Senior Accountant – Manchester

AJ Chambers are currently working with an well established and growing independent firm of Chartered Accountants with their headquarters based in Manchester, who are looking for an ambitious Audit and Accounts Senior to join their dynamic team.

 

This practice is one of the best environments for your development, their approach is committed, caring and conscientious and a big emphasis is placed on employees maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

 

As you can tell, this is an incredible opportunity for a driven and technically strong accountant to step up into a rewarding role which offers a high level of responsibility at a great firm. The role will be equally split between accounts and audit responsibilities, along with assisting manager with some managerial duties.

 

Audit and Accounts Senior Duties:

Producing accounts for clients

Leading and assisting on statutory audits from planning to completion

Clearing review points and putting through adjustments to the accounts

To keep time records up to date on a day-to-day basis and complete timesheets

Ensuring that jobs are completed on time and within budget

Supervising junior staff and assisting in training

Drafting client letters

Preparing VAT Returns

 

Audit and Accounts Senior Requirements:

Qualified ACA/ACCA

At least 4 years of experience gained in a practice setting

Accounts preparation experience gained in practice

Experience leading audits from planning stage to completion, including ISA compliant statutory audits

First class communication skills and ability to liaise and form relationships with clients

Accuracy, deadline focused and the ability to work on their own initiative is crucial

Experience with accounts software e.g. Iris, Sage, QuickBooks, Xero etc.

 

For more information or if you wish to apply for this role, please send your CV and details to James Gosling at AJ Chambers. If the company in question interests you, but you do not match the required specification, please contact me to discuss other roles that may be available.

Assistant Manager - Accounts

AJ Chambers are currently representing a reputable, award-winning firm of chartered accountants who are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager for their accounts team in Bury St Edmunds. This is a varied position that offers a great deal of autonomy and excellent opportunities for progression.

The Role

The team assists a wide variety of businesses including limited companies, partnerships, sole traders, educational establishments, professional firms and charities, operating across a variety of sectors

Duties include:

Manage multiple engagements simultaneously whilst also taking a lead on client contact Train and mentor junior members of staff, reviewing aspects of the work they produce Drafting and reviewing accounts Drafting tax computations and tax returns Production of/reporting on management accounts Completion of VAT and P11D returns for clients Oversee client engagement teams, monitor engagement profitability If you have audit experience and wish to keep your hand in some audit work, this can be arranged but will be a minor element of the position

The Candidate

ACA/ACCA qualified or able to demonstrate the relevant experience Sound working knowledge of a variety of accounting packages A proven track record of working to deadlines and effectively handling multiple priorities, with a positive attitude to problem-solving and working in a small team A vigilant approach to dealing with sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality Excellent communication and organisational skills and a keen eye for detail. A confident approach in dealing with clients is essential

For more information on this Assistant Manager position, please contact Scott Golding at AJ Chambers.

AJ Chambers are currently recruiting for a Personal Tax Manager for a Top 50 accountancy practice to work in their Central London office.

 Your new role, based in the center of London, will include a mixture of compliance and advisory responsibilities. You will be working with a diverse portfolio of clients on matters that range from non-dom and residency, to dealing with media and entertainment clients.

 You will be able to get involved in complicated projects, that will give you great exposure to interesting work and the ability to work closely with partners. For the right person, this is a great opportunity to establish yourself in a successful team than can offer progression.

 As well as a generous remuneration package, this firm also offers a great holiday allowance and a genuine work life balance.

 Personal Tax Manager responsibilities

Support the team with the delivery of advisory work Assist in training Delegate compliance and advisory work Plan and review work carried out by more junior team members Help the partners and directors on tax enquiries Identify cross-selling opportunities Attend client meetings Complete appraisals  

 Personal Tax Manager requirements

CTA Qualified Experience working in a Tax Manager role A positive and committed approach to work that is extended to clients, colleagues and external stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. High organisation skills with the ability to plan and prioritise tasks

 For further information on this Personal Tax Manager role, please apply direct or contact Thomas Sharland-Harris at AJ Chambers

AJ Chambers are working with an well established Top 10 Practice, whom are currently looking for an qualified and experienced Audit Manager in thier Birmingham office.

As an Audit Manager, you will be responsible for leading audits on a varied portfolio of clients, supervising Juniors, Semi Seniors and the wider Audit team. You will be ACA/ACCA Qualified, willing to travel and have previous experience within a similar role.

Key Responsibilities of an Audit Manager:

Planning Audits and identifying key risk areas. Ability to ensure that all statutory requirements are complied with, and up to date technical knowledge. Ability to ensure that client deadlines are met and to budget. Experience of working on more complex aspects of audits. Building strong client relationships and being a point of contact on advice for structuring, systems as well as source of relevant information. Supervising the audit process on site, supporting and managing Audit Team in collaboration with Audit Director and Audit Partner, supporting and developing more junior members of staff. Suggest improvements for audit efficiency and general process internally.

 

 

Essential Skills and Experience for this Audit Assistant Manager role:

ACA/ACCA Qualified Previous experience in a Manager or supervisor role for at least 18 months Well-rounded knowledge of auditing standards and accounting principles Experience working on Academy and Charity Audits. Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to complete assignments within tight deadlines Proven Experience in client handling and relationships. Strong interpersonal and communication skills

 

Please note that candidates without practice experience will not be considered for this role.

For more information or if you wish to apply for this role, please send your CV and details to James Gosling at AJ Chambers. If the role in question interests you, but you do not match the required specification, please contact me to discuss other roles that may be available.

AJ Chambers are recruiting for a US / UK Tax Senior to join a highly reputable firm in their London office.

 

We are currently seeking somebody with experience in US Tax, and has ideally worked in a UK / US Tax role in practice. You will be joining a well established firm, who have built an excellent reputation.

 

The partners take a modern approach to work, which means that you will be offered a genuine work/life balance.

 

US / UK Tax Senior responsibilities:

 

Prepare UK and US Tax returns Gather data for correspondence to taxing authorities Review work for accuracy Stay current on technical matters through a variety of media Attend client meetings To regularly contact both HMRC and the IRS

 

US / UK Tax Senior requirements:

 

Experience in both UK and US tax Ideally EA/ATT qualified Fully Computer literate  Able to organise and prioritise and monitor workload effectively Effective communication skills Self-motivated with a problem solving approach to work

 

For further information on this US / UK Tax Senior role, please apply direct or contact Thomas Sharland-Harris at AJ Chambers