Processing income statements, balance sheets and other management account reports, under the supervision of a Senior Accountant.
Help prepare financial statements, analysis work, and client summaries under the supervision of a Senior Accountant.
Understanding Royalties including income and expenses.
Assist with Corporation tax computation and basic Personal Tax Returns.
Communicate with clients and business teams to gather financial information.
Support senior accountants with ad hoc analysis and special projects.
Assist with Maxing Tax Digital for Income Tax Compliance.
Training Outcome:
Hands on experience with high profile entertainment clients.
Clear growth path within client accounting - qualified Accountant pathway.
Collaborative, supportive team environment.
Pension and study package.
Employer Description:Big Star Business Management Ltd, are an Accountancy Practice that undertakes all day to day support for an exciting portfolio of clients within the music/entertainment sectors. Typical client base includes Recording Artists, Touring Artists, Songwriters, Music Producers, DJ’s, Artist Managers, Booking Agents, Recording Studios, Record Labels, Music Publishers, Music Merchandisers, Creative Design Agents, Authors, Actors, Social Media & TV Presenters.
Our team provides full service accounting and business management solutions to the music and entertainment sectors.
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, detail oriented Junior Accountant who is eager to learn and grow within a fast paced, client focused environment.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm.Skills: Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Self-starter,Fast-paced environment,Commitment and flexibility,To work within deadlines,Professionalism,Pro-active approach....Read more...
Senior Accountant – Practice Experience RequiredLocation - Henley in Arden, Warwickshire - Office basedFull-time and part-time are availableSalary: £35000 to £45,000 (pro rata, depending on experience) + BenefitsAbout Clearcut AccountingAt Clearcut Accounting, we are a modern, forward-thinking firm delivering clear, practical, and commercially focused advice to businesses and individuals across the UK and internationally.We work with a diverse client base, including SMEs, high-net-worth individuals, and growing businesses, providing accounting, tax, audit, and advisory services.As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team and take ownership of a client portfolio.The RoleThis is a key position within the firm, ideal for someone who enjoys both technical work and client interaction.You will be responsible for managing your own client portfolio, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and supporting junior team members.Key Responsibilities
Manage a portfolio of clients across various sectorsPrepare and review:
Statutory accounts (FRS 102 / FRS 105)Management accountsCorporation tax returnsVAT returns
Act as the main point of contact for clients, providing proactive adviceSupport and review work of junior staffEnsure compliance with HMRC and Companies House deadlinesIdentify opportunities for additional services (tax planning, advisory, etc.)Assist with onboarding new clients and improving internal processes
Requirements
Minimum 5+ years’ experience in an accountancy practiceACCA qualified, part-qualified, or equivalent (or qualified by experience)Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting and tax regulationsExperience managing a client portfolio independentlyProficient in cloud accounting software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)Excellent communication and client management skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a team
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant to join a well-established accounting firm providing expert audit, tax, and advisory services to businesses and individuals.
As an Accounts Assistant, you will be supporting financial operations and client accounts, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance.
This full-time permanent role offers a salary range of £25,000 - £30,000 and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
? Preparing statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, including month-end and year-end processes
? Producing management accounts and financial reports to support client decisions
? Completing and submitting personal and corporation tax returns in line with HMRC regulations
? Preparing and submitting VAT returns for multiple schemes
? Managing bookkeeping tasks, including bank reconciliations and accounts receivable/payable
? Providing advisory support on budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis
? Maintaining company statutory records and filings with Companies House
What we are looking for:
? Previously worked as an Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper, Assistant Accountant, Junior Accountant, Finance Assistant, Accounting Technician or in a similar role.
? Ideally have prior experience in accountancy practice.
? Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
? Experience with Xero is highly preferred.
? Exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational skills
? Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Whats on offer:
? Competitive salary
? Company pension scheme
? On-site parking
This is a fantastic opportunity to progress their career in accountancy within a supportive and professional environment.
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FINANCE TEAM LEADER / MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANTSTRATHAVEN, SOUTH LANARKSHIRE (4 DAYS OFFICE / 1 DAY HOME)£40,000 TO £45,000 (POSSIBLY FLEXIBLE FOR A FULLY ACCA / CIMA QUALIFIED CANDIDATE) + ENHANCED BENEFITS
THE COMPANY:We're partnering with a well-established and growing specialist business based in Strathaven that is looking to recruit a Finance Team Leader / Management Accountant to support the finance function and lead a small finance team.Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint a Finance Team Leader/Management Accountant who can play a key role in overseeing day-to-day financial operations and supporting the wider business. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role will ensure accurate financial reporting, strong financial controls and provide valuable financial insight to support decision making across the organisation.This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment, improving processes and supporting a small finance team.THE FINANCE TEAM LEADER / MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT ROLE:
Reporting to the Finance Manager and leading a small finance team
Maintaining accurate financial records, ledgers and ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations
Leading & supporting the finance team with queries and providing hands-on support with invoices, payments and receipts during busy periods
Authorising payment runs, monitoring cash requirements and preparing cashflow forecasts
Overseeing credit control activity and reviewing bad debt provisions
Producing expenditure analysis versus budget and forecast, highlighting key variances and supporting cost control initiatives
Preparing financial analysis for internal stakeholders including CAPEX tracking, functional P&Ls and activity costing
Supporting the annual budgeting process and contributing to monthly forecasting
Managing month-end processes including accruals, prepayments, payroll journals and other adjustments
Maintaining the fixed asset register including acquisitions, disposals and depreciation
Managing intercompany recharges and reconciliations
Preparing balance sheet reconciliations and payroll reconciliations
Producing monthly management accounts with commentary and analysis for senior management
Preparing and submitting VAT returns in line with HMRC requirements
Supporting audits, tax packs and ensuring compliance with internal controls
THE PERSON:
Part-qualified ACCA or CIMA, or Qualified by Experience, with experience in a similar finance role such as a Finance Manager, Management Accountant, Finance Supervisor / Finance Team Leader
Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards and VAT regulations
Experience preparing management accounts and supporting month-end processes
Previous experience leading or mentoring junior finance staff
Strong Excel skills and experience using accounting systems such as SAGE would be advantageous
Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a hands-on finance role
A proactive mindset with the ability to support financial operations and contribute to business decision making
TO APPLY: Please send your CV via the advert for the Finance Team Leader / Management Accountant position for immediate consideration.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant to join a well-established accounting firm providing expert audit, tax, and advisory services to businesses and individuals.
As an Accounts Assistant, you will be supporting financial operations and client accounts, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance.
This full-time permanent role offers a salary range of £25,000 - £30,000 and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Preparing statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, including month-end and year-end processes
* Producing management accounts and financial reports to support client decisions
* Completing and submitting personal and corporation tax returns in line with HMRC regulations
* Preparing and submitting VAT returns for multiple schemes
* Managing bookkeeping tasks, including bank reconciliations and accounts receivable/payable
* Providing advisory support on budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis
* Maintaining company statutory records and filings with Companies House
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as an Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper, Assistant Accountant, Junior Accountant, Finance Assistant, Accounting Technician or in a similar role.
* Ideally have prior experience in accountancy practice.
* Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
* Experience with Xero is highly preferred.
* Exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational skills
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Whats on offer:
* Competitive salary
* Company pension scheme
* On-site parking
This is a fantastic opportunity to progress their career in accountancy within a supportive and professional environment.
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£35,000 - £40,000 per annum + bonus + share options + benefits Are you looking for a practice role that offers more than the usual accounts and compliance work? This Client Accountant opportunity is ideal for a part-qualified ACA or ACCA professional who wants to work with ambitious, high-growth E-commerce and Retail businesses in a role that is genuinely different from anything else in practice. You will gain exposure to modern finance systems, value-added client work, commercial reporting, and businesses focused on growth and investment. This is a rare opportunity for someone with a keen eye for growth, scale and commercial potential. Only candidates who are excited by working with ambitious businesses and investing in their own development should apply.As a Client Accountant, you will support a portfolio of fast-growing clients, helping them improve processes, strengthen reporting, and make better commercial decisions. This is a varied and client-facing role within a modern, forward-thinking environment that combines accounting, systems, technology and commercial insight. You will be working with clients that expect more from their accountants, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to move beyond a traditional practice position and develop in a more strategic direction. Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare management accounts on a monthly and quarterly basisSupport month-end processes including journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliationsReview bookkeeping, VAT returns and financial dataAssist with statutory accounts and corporation tax-related workProduce meaningful management information and reportingSupport process improvement and systems development across client accountsWork with cloud accounting software and reporting toolsPrepare process notes and supporting documentationAct as a day-to-day point of contact for smaller clientsSupport onboarding, transitions and finance process improvementsAssist with ad hoc client projectsHelp coach and support junior team members where requiredTo be considered for this Client Accountant role, you should have:Part-qualified ACA or ACCA status (or AAT Qualified)At least 3 years’ experience within an accountancy practiceStrong bookkeeping and management accounts experienceExperience working with multiple clientsGood Excel and systems skillsExperience using cloud accounting softwareStrong organisational skills and attention to detailExcellent communication skillsA proactive and commercially minded approachA genuine interest in growth-focused businessesSalary and BenefitsSalary of £35,000 to £40,000Performance-related bonusBYOD allowance25 days holiday plus 3 additional days at ChristmasLocationCentral LondonMinimum 3 days per week in the officeHybrid working availableWhy Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious practice professional looking to step into a more modern, commercially focused role. If you want to work with exciting, high-growth businesses and build a career around insight, systems, client exposure and progression, this role offers something genuinely different.....Read more...
Reporting to the Finance Manager (Fixed Assets, Leases & Property), the Lease Accountant will take ownership of lease accounting and reporting, including ensuring that control accounts are reviewed regularly and all items in query are resolved.The Financial Accounts team performs a pivotal role within this large business, overseeing fixed assets, leases/IFRS16 accounting, property related transactions, intercompany, balance sheet reconciliations, Group reporting, audit and financial statements, below the line transactions, accounting for M&A and providing advice and guidance on accounting matters as required.Key Accountabilities
Carry out all steps required for month end lease processing and reportingEnsure that ALAE (lease accounting system) is complete and correctPrepare any manual journals required for missed ALAE transactions, to be posted into SAPPrepare IFRS16 HFM file for Group reportingReview all lease controls accounts monthly with preparers and ensure they are resolving any query items in a timely mannerIdentify new leases, modifications or disposals to be processed on ALAE and ensure change log is updatedEnsure all lease related queries in the team mailbox are answered within agreed timeframesAssist with audit requests and statutory reporting for IFRS16Review the P&L for any short term/low value leases and assess correct treatmentOversight and co-ordination of all property work undertaken on behalf of the business division – review of working papers/control accounts and ensuring productive meetings take place regularly with the sector finance teamApproval of fixed asset creation/transfers where required and asset creation using WinshuttleReview of ONS surveys and carbon footprint reporting ahead of submissionMaintain process notes for all business-as-usual work to enable cross training, cover and support within the teamCross train other team members and support with training and development of more junior colleagues
Candidate Requirements: Key Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Part-qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) [at least 3 years completed/4 or fewer exams remaining] and minimum of three years in a finance role.Must be willing to commit to actively studying and qualifying in a reasonable time frameIntermediate to Advanced Excel skills (complex formulae, pivot tables etc)Good organisational and presentational skillsFlexible and adaptable in this busy, evolving environmentExperience of balance sheet reconciliationsExperience of month end (accruals, prepayments, variance analysis etc)Experience of ERP software, SAP preferredContinuous improvement mindset to question current processesUnderstanding of reporting standard and experience working with IFRS16 accounting
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Job Description:
Our client, a leading wealth management firm, is seeking a Cost Accountant Lead to join its Management Accounting team in Newcastle on an initial 18 month fixed term contract.
This role will focus on leading overhead cost control across the business, delivering high-quality financial reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making through insightful analysis.
You will work closely with senior stakeholders, including finance leadership, contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring. This is a visible role offering the opportunity to drive process improvements and enhance cost control frameworks across the organisation.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or ICAS)
Strong Excel skills
Experience within a management accounting or cost-focused role
Proven ability to analyse and interpret financial data
Experience engaging with stakeholders across a business
Strong attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines
Previous experience supervising or mentoring team members is advantageous
Experience with financial systems (e.g. ERP platforms) is desirable
Core Responsibilities:
Preparation of monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet and cash flow) with clear commentary
Delivery of variance analysis against budget, forecast and prior periods
Review and approval of journals and balance sheet reconciliations
Monitoring financial performance, identifying variances and areas for improvement
Business partnering with cost centre stakeholders on overhead reporting, budgeting and forecasting
Ownership of overhead reporting within the monthly close process
Review and analysis of accruals to ensure accuracy
Support internal and external audit requirements
Presentation of cost analysis to senior stakeholders, including at executive level
Tracking and reporting of costs related to business and transformation initiatives
Oversight of exceptional cost reporting and ad hoc analysis
Mentoring and supporting junior team members
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter, and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: (16423)
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