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  • Audit Senior

    Cardiff
    Permanent
    £32,000 - £42,000 per year

    We are seeking an experienced Audit Senior to join a professional services firm in London. The role involves overseeing auditing processes and contributing to the accounting and finance department.

    • Excellent career prospects
    • Join a leading firm
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  • Corporate Tax Senior / Assistant Manager

    Exeter
    Permanent
    £42,000 - £52,000 per year

    An Exeter firm of chartered accountants undergoing significant growth and expansion has a requirement for a Corporate Tax Senior / Assistant Manager to join their successful team as a key addition. You will have opportunity to work on wide ranging complex compliance with increasing exposure to tax planning, in a role and environment where you can progress in your career.

    • Corporate Tax Senior/Asst Manager to join a leading Exeter firm of accountants.
    • Career progression, client management & development on offer in a growing firm.
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  • Corporate Tax Senior / Assistant Manager

    Bristol
    Permanent
    £46,000 - £55,000 per year

    A Bristol firm of chartered accountants undergoing significant growth and expansion has a requirement for a Corporate Tax Senior / Assistant Manager to join their successful team as a key addition. You will have opportunity to work on wide ranging complex compliance with increasing exposure to tax planning, in a role and environment where you can progress in your career.

    • Corporate Tax Senior / Asst Manager to join a leading Bristol based accountants.
    • Career progression, client management & development on offer in a growing firm.
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  • Technical and Statutory Reporting Manager

    Dublin City Centre
    Permanent
    £47,478 - £69,059 per year

    Technical and Statutory Reporting Manager

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    • High growth business intelligence house advising global FS firms
    • High profile role in lean team - lots of stakeholder messaging and presentations
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  • Audit & Accounts Manager

    Newcastle upon Tyne
    Permanent

    As an Audit & Accounts Manager, you will be entrusted with the responsibility to direct and manage audits, along with handling complex accounting tasks. Your role will include a blend of audit, accountancy, and some tax assignments.

    • A mix of Audit & Accounts work
    • Flexibility and hybrid working
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  • Legal Cashier - Global Law Firm

    Glasgow
    Permanent
    £30,000 - £35,000 per year

    We are seeking a skilled Legal Cashier to join a professional services team in Glasgow. This role requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure accurate financial transactions and compliance with relevant regulations.

    • Legal Cashier - Global Size Firm
    • Hybrid Working
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  • Audit Senior -Gloucester

    Gloucester
    Permanent
    £35,000 - £40,000 per year

    This is an exciting opportunity for an Audit Senior to play a vital role in the delivery of audit services within the professional services sector. Based in Gloucester, this role requires expertise in accounting and finance to support clients effectively.

    • Join a Top 10 firm
    • Excellent career progression available
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  • Audit Senior - Southampton

    Southampton
    Permanent
    £30,000 - £49,000 per year

    This is an exciting opportunity for an Audit Senior to contribute to delivering high-quality audit services in the professional services industry. The role is based in Southampton and involves working on a variety of client engagements within the accounting and finance department.

    • Join this leading Audit and Accountancy firm
    • Career development and progression on offer for the right person
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  • Senior FPnA Manager - AI-Driven Finance Innovation

    City of London
    Permanent
    £75,000 - £85,000 per year

    The Senior FP&A Manager role focuses on driving financial planning and analysis within the business services industry, leveraging AI-driven financial innovation. This permanent role requires expertise in accounting and finance to support strategic decision-making and improve financial performance.

    • Fast-growing FinTech Payments powerhouse
    • Redefining how businesses manage global payments and financial operations
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  • Head of Finance

    Aberdeen
    Permanent
    £58,000 - £62,000 per year

    This leading Arm's Length Body (ALB) is currently looking to recruit a Head of Finance with excellent technical financial accounting and strong Leadership experience, to take operational responsibility of the Finance, Planning and Governance department. The organisation is based around the country at various locations where the role can be situated, including Aberdeen.

    • Strong People Manager
    • National Role
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  • Audit & Accounts Manager

    Chester
    Permanent
    £50,000 - £58,000 per year

    This regional Accountancy Practice is seeking an experienced and dynamic Audit and Accounts Manager to join their prestigious accounting practice in Chester. This is an exceptional opportunity for a qualified professional to play a crucial role in the firm's expansion.

    • Multi-office Regional Accountancy Practice
    • Excellent opportunity for continued progression
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  • Resource Advisor

    City of London
    Permanent
    £32,000 - £35,000 per year

    You, a Resource Advisor / business support professional are needed to join a top, global Chartered Accountants in London. The role is to join on a permanent basis, it has an excellent benefits package and progression opportunities. You will partner with areas of the business to understand their needs and help ensure they have the right people in the right places at the right time.

    • Resource Advisor needed for a global accountancy firm
    • Excellent progression opportunities
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  • Trust Manager - Tax

    Bristol
    Permanent
    £60,000 - £75,000 per year

    A Trust Manager (Tax) role has opened up for a professional with a strong background in tax and estate planning, where you will be working with Lawyers and Tax Accounting professionals alike. This position requires an individual who can provide invaluable guidance and support to the business services department of our company.

    • Are you looking to enhance you career in the Trust specialism.
    • Work in Central Bristol for a dynamic market leading firm.
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  • Audit Semi-Senior

    Farnham
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    £28,000 - £35,000 per year

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Audit Semi-Senior in the business services industry, focusing on accounting and finance. This role is based in Farnham and involves delivering high-quality audit services to a variety of clients.

    • Audit Semi-Senior
    • Top 100 accountancy firm near Farnham
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  • Insolvency & Restructuring Director

    Bristol
    Permanent
    £80,000 - £110,000 per year

    We are seeking a highly motivated Insolvency & Restructuring Director to join our Accounting & Finance department. The ideal candidate will be capable of managing a wide variety of insolvency and restructuring cases and provide strategic advice to clients in the professional services industry.

    • Are you adept at winning and delivering Insolvency & Restructuring work
    • Are you an IP or looking to become and IP
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  • Record to Report Banking Manager - Global Leisure Client

    Glasgow
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £50,000 per year

    We are seeking a skilled Record to Report Banking Manager to join the Accounting & Finance team within the Leisure, Travel & Tourism industry. This permanent role is based in Glasgow and offers a fantastic opportunity for a professional to manage financial operations effectively.

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    • Global Client offering Attractive Benefits Package
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  • Accounts Senior -Bridgend

    Cardiff
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    £25,000 - £31,000 per year

    This role requires an experienced Accounts Senior to manage client accounts and provide expert advice within the professional services industry. Based in Bridgend, the position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a growing accounting and finance team.

    • Opportunity to join a leading firm of accountants
    • Career development and progression offered
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  • Insolvency Assistant Manager, Insolvency Manager, Corporate Recovery Manager

    Bristol
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £55,000 per year

    A successful firm of chartered accountants based in Bristol is searching for an Insolvency Manager to join their team with opportunity to progress in your career taking a lead on the delivery of wide ranging insolvency projects as well as developing and supporting the wider team.

    • Insolvency Manager to join a growing Bristol firm of chartered accountants
    • Managing complex cases and team, as a key addition with career progression.
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  • Bookkeeper

    Devizes
    Temporary
    £33,000 - £400,000 per year

    This Bookkeeper role is an excellent opportunity for a proficient user of Sage within the accounting and finance department, who enjoys working as a team leader in the professional services industry.

    • Rapidly expanding business
    • Good working environment
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  • Audit Seniors - Film, TV and Video Games sector

    London
    Permanent
    Remote

    You will provide a wide range of advisory, audit and accounting services to high-profile Film, Television and Video Games clients.

    • Clients include all of the major Hollywood studios and major streaming networks.
    • Good work life balance.
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  • Audit RI Associate Director

    Farnham
    Permanent

    An exciting opportunity for an Audit RI Associate Director to play a pivotal role within the Accounting & Finance department in Farnham. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in auditing, looking to further their career in the business services industry.

    • Audit RI Associate Director role
    • Top 100 accounting firm near Farnham
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  • Audit Senior

    Southampton
    Permanent
    £28,000 - £35,000 per year

    Seeking dedicated Audit Seniors to join a thriving team within the professional services industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on delivering exceptional client service and be proficient in accounting and finance matters.

    • Chance to join an award winning practice
    • Excellent training offered
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  • Audit Manager

    Newport
    Permanent
    £47,000 - £60,000 per year

    The Audit Manager will oversee audit engagements, ensuring compliance with industry standards while managing client relationships effectively. This role offers an opportunity to lead a team within the professional services industry in Newport, focusing on accounting and finance.

    • Opportunity to join leading independent firm in Newport, Wales
    • Join a successful and experience team of Audit, Tax and Accounts professionals
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  • Portfolio Manager

    Fareham
    Permanent

    This is an excellent opportunity for a Portfolio Manager to lead and manage client portfolios within the Accounting & Finance department. The role is perfect for someone with strong technical expertise and a passion for delivering high-quality services in the business services industry.

    • Join a firm with an Excellent reputation
    • Good career prospects
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  • Client Account Manager

    Wareham
    Permanent
    £33,000 - £45,000 per year

    The Client Account Manager will manage and develop client relationships within the professional services sector, with a focus on accounting and finance. This role is based in Wareham and offers a hybrid working arrangement.

    • Excellent opportunity to join an established successful team
    • Excellent career enhancing opportunity
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  • Audit & Accounts Manager

    Worcester
    Permanent
    £50,000 - £65,000 per year

    This regional Accountancy Practice is seeking an experienced and dynamic Audit and Accounts Manager to join their prestigious accounting practice in Worcestershire. This is an exceptional opportunity for a qualified professional to play a crucial role in the firm's expansion

    • Multi-office Regional Accountancy Practice
    • Excellent opportunity for continued progression
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The role of an Accountant

An accountant is a professional who is charged with the critical business function of maintaining and interpreting financial records. However, accountant jobs can vary wildly, with some in the role tasked purely with the above responsibilities, while others lead on a variety of finance-related and problem solving tasks.

Expected job role tasks

Accountant jobs incorporate many possible expected tasks, depending on the size and type of organisation the individual works for. However, some of the most common accountant tasks include preparing and maintaining financial reports that are essential to the smooth running of the business. These financial reports must be accurate and compliant with the relevant regulations and legislation. Accountants must also prepare tax returns and make sure that taxes are paid correctly and by the deadline. Furthermore, companies traditionally lean on accountants to perform forecasting exercises and risk analysis assessments. A large part of accountant jobs also includes evaluating the company’s financial operations to unearth any potential compliance issues within them, and producing solutions. These professionals will also be responsible for ensuring the business is run in a financially compliant manner, and will most likely need to offer guidance on revenue enhancement, profit maximisation, and cost reduction.

Primary function

As a critical business function, accounting requires its professionals to perform functions regarding the collection, accuracy, recording, analysis, presentation, and compliance of a company’s financial operations. They are also tasked with financial problem solving. This is a wide ranging role, and the specifics of any accountancy job will depend on factors such as seniority, company size, and industry.

Key hard/soft skills

Mathematical skills are extremely useful for Accountants, as they enable them to analyse, compare, and interpret data and figures. It is important to note, however, that complex mathematical skills are not vital for every accounting role. Meanwhile, analytical skills are vital, as analysing financial data to discover patterns and potential issues tends to be a huge part of the role. As with many jobs, computer literacy is essential for accountants, as they must be able to operate advanced accounting software, as well as other digital tools. In order to be a successful accountant, strong business acumen is also required: accountants must understand the basic functions of a business in order to contextualise their data, and problem solve effectively. 

They may also be called on to provide financial advice to businesses, which makes understanding how business and economics works vital. In terms of soft skills, attention to detail is high on the list, as accounting professionals are tasked with maintaining accurate and organised records. Communication skills are also vital for the many presentations and interviews they must conduct with senior stakeholders, while relationship building and customer service skills are certainly a plus. A strong sense of integrity and ethics should be second nature for accountants, as they have a legal obligation to act honestly and avoid negligence within their work.

Qualifications required

There are three core accountancy qualifications: ACA, ACCA, and CIMA. Once a professional has gained such a qualification, there is an expectation from employers that accountants will continue to train and upskill as part of continuing professional development. There are also specialist qualifications that may be required for specific roles. For example, the Association of Taxation Technicians or the Chartered Tax Adviser qualifications.

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