Audit Senior – St Albans

Audit Senior for established Mid- Size firm with a range of owner managed businesses, St Albans/Hybrid, to £63,000

The Audit Senior will supervise audits of clients’ accounts at client’s premises or at offices in St Albans, close to the station.

The ideal candidate for the Audit Senior position will have experience of supervising audits for SME businesses and have completed their ACA qualification.

As the Audit Senior, you will be responsible for:

• Timely completion of audit files from audit planning through to completion.
• The preparation of financial statements under various accounting standards including FRS 102, IFRS, Charity SORP.
• Preparation of accounts from client records for non-audit clients which will be in the form of, Limited Companies, LLP Partnerships and Charities.
• The preparation of tax computations for corporation tax based upon accounts prepared.
• Reconciliation of control accounts and advising the manager or client directly of any adjustments needed.
• Supervising the audit process on site, supporting and developing junior members of staff.
• Reviewing of junior audit work and providing timely feedback.

Benefits include hybrid working, pension and life assurance.

Interim Purchase Ledger Clerk – Cambridge

Interim Accounts Payable Clerk – 3 months+, Cambridge £14 per hour

We are working for a well-established utility company, and our work keeps communities connected and running smoothly.

The Cambridge office is looking for someone reliable and detail-driven to join the finance team and help keep things ticking behind the scenes.

As the Accounts Payable Clerk, you’ll be right at the heart of the day-to-day operations. You’ll make sure suppliers get paid on time, our records stay accurate, and any hiccups get sorted quickly. If you’re someone who enjoys working with numbers, solving problems, and keeping things organised, this could be a great fit.

The Role:

• Processing invoices and matching them with purchase orders
• Handling payment runs and keeping supplier accounts up to date
• Reconciling statements and sorting out any discrepancies
• Responding to queries from suppliers and internal teams
• Supporting month-end tasks and helping with financial reporting

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in accounts payable or purchase ledger
• Good working knowledge of accounting systems (Sage, SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail and a knack for staying organised
• Clear communication skills and a helpful attitude
• Able to work independently and meet deadlines

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience in the utilities or infrastructure sector
• An AAT qualification or are working towards one

What You’ll Get

• Competitive hourly rate
• A friendly, supportive team
• Real impact in a company that keeps the country running

Financial Controller – Luton

Financial Controller, qualified Accountant, Luton, to £75,000

Financial Controller for well-established products supply business

The Role:
You will be responsible for managing the finances of the company with the support of an Accounts Payable Executive and Credit Controller.  You are to take responsibility for all aspects incorporating multi-currency accounts receivables and payables, credit control, national and EU VAT reporting, cash flow management and preparation of monthly and year-end accounts and budgets. You will be expected to proactively work with the Finance Director and Managing Director structuring order management data and processes to ensure that the finance department runs efficiently and effectively.

The role involves liaising closely with internal staff, suppliers, and customers (UK, Europe and Rest of the World but all in English) to manage the financials of the company as part of a busy professional team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production of monthly and annual accounts, including margin analysis of projects.
• Manage the process of credit control, sales and purchase ledger.
• Hands on for complex aspects of accounts receivables and payables.
• Debtor updates and any other analysis as required to highlight financial performance measures.
• Preparation of intrastat and VAT returns, and associated payments and refunds, for UK and Netherlands, which is our primary EU tax reporting jurisdiction although we are also registered and report in Germany and Ireland.
• Management of cash flow, oversight of cash financing and forecasting.
• Calculation of multi currencies transactions predominately focused within EUR and USD receipts and payments.
• Payment of duties and import taxes and any associated reporting.
• Liaising with designated providers for the preparation of pension scheme, childcare vouchers, healthcare scheme.
• Preparation of annual budgets.
• Preparation of annual corporation tax return and associated payment.
• Overall management of finance processes and procedures and efficient and effective team management.

Requirements:   

• ACCA or CIMA qualified with commercially based experience is important, however, will consider other qualifications (or part qualification) for strong candidates with extensive and relevant experience.
• Must have finance experience working in an international SME organisation.
• Must have good multi-national experience and, ideally, experience with Netherlands or EU VAT reporting although this is not essential.
• Must have excellent IT literacy with Excel.
• Must have experience with a robust ERP system such as SAP Business One (which is what they use).
• A hands-on approach with strong management and leadership skills are critical.
• Ability to suggest and implement improvements to the current finance processes.
• Ability to handle multiple, and often conflicting, time priorities combined with an organised approach.
• Trustworthy with a friendly and proactive manner.
• Strong written and spoken English in addition to excellent numeracy skills are critical.
• An interest or experience in promotional marketing or promotional materials / branded merchandise / point-of-sale would be appreciated.

Billing Administrator – Leicester

Billings Assistant, professional services firm, £28,000-£29,000, Leicester – Hybrid Working

A multi sited business which have been located in Leicester since 1997 are currently looking for a Billings Assistant to join their busy and professional Billing team in Leicester, working Hybrid after training.

As a Billings Assistant your responsibilities will include:

• Produce billing guides, invoices
• Raising and sending client bills, ensuring they are raised in accordance with client service agreements
• Ensure correct fee rates are applied
• Reviewing monthly schedules
• Analysing the data and raising bills as required
• Checking clients funds and requesting transfer to pay bills if required
• Identifying and resolving billing discrepancies and issues
• Maintaining accurate and organised records of all billing transactions
• Maintaining accurate records of billing transactions and entering data into accounting systems
• Ensure Compliance with VAT regulations in relation to output tax
• Transfers and write offs

The best suited candidate will have previous experience working within a billings department, strong communication skills, Proficient IT skills, good attention to detail, be organised in their work and be able to work to given time scales.

Credit Controller

Abacus Consulting are proud to be partnering a well established SME business in their search for a Credit Controller on a permanent basis. This is a newly created role.

Working as part of finance team, reporting into the Finance Controller, your duties will include:

• Chasing late/non payment
• Cash allocation
• Raising credit notes
• Partnering sales team
• Query resolution
• Credit administration

This is a permanent, full time role and 100% office based. Must have some credit control experience, be a confident Excel user and be familiar with Sage 50. Great benefits including study support and bonus.

Audit Manager – Stevenage

Our client is seeking a driven and experienced Audit Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of clients, ensuring profitability, compliance, and growth. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified professional looking to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking practice.

You will play a key role in managing audits end-to-end, leading and developing a team, and providing valuable insight to senior leadership.

 Key Responsibilities

• Manage, operate and grow a successful and profitable client portfolio.
• Plan, schedule and complete audits independently from planning to completion.
• Oversee recoverability across audit portfolios, maximising efficiency.
• Lead, mentor and develop a team to ensure high performance and career progression.
• Maintain compliance and uphold professional standards throughout the practice.
• Identify and escalate risk matters to the business.
• Report monthly on turnover, profitability, chargeable time and recoverability.
• Provide ad hoc support to the Audit Director.

 About You

• ACA/ACCA qualified(finalists or QBE will also be considered).
• Strong technical expertise in audit and accounting (corporate tax experience desirable).
• Proven experience in independently managing audits from planning to completion.
• Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Commercially aware with a proactive approach to client management.

Assistant Project Accountant – 12 months FTC

Assistant Project Accountant – 12 months FTC, Central Bedfordshire, £28-000-£30,000, On-site parking

Abacus Consulting are proud to be partnering a successful Events and Marketing SME business on the outskirts of Bedford. They have been established for over 40 years and have a niche client base, whom are very loyal.

The role is a new position to support the finance team and although initially this is a 12 month FTC, there is a strong possibility of the role becoming permanent.

Working as part of a small finance team, reporting into the Head of Finance, your duties as the Assistant Project Accountant will include:

•          Reconciling budgets across client accounts

•          Cost Allocations

•          Collating billing information

•          Support with month end process

•          Approving Purchase Orders

•          Other ad hoc duties

The ideal candidate will have held a similar role previously within a SME business.  AAT, Part Qualified or QBE. You must be a self starter with good Excel and IT skills. Modern/open plan offices. This is an office based role 3 days per week, with 2 days working remotely. Excellent company benefits.

Finance Manager – Banbury

Finance Manager – Banbury £50,000 – £55,000

Our client, a local organisation, are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join their thriving finance team on a permanent basis.

Responsibilities include:

• Supervising the accounts payable and receivable functions
• Cashflow forecasting
• Preparation of P&L
• Supporting with the budgeting process
• Bank Reconciliations

It is essential that you have held a similar role previously and have strong leadership skills.  Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills are also highly desirable.

In return our client offers modern working offices, onsite parking and an early finish on a Friday.

Head of Tax – North Oxfordshire

Experienced Tax Professional for a Head of Tax role in North Oxfordshire, £80,000-£100,.000

The role will require an experienced tax professional with strong knowledge of direct and indirect tax, plus R&D tax

In this Head of Tax role, you will be responsible for ensuring that all the tax affairs of the business are dealt with accurately and efficiently.

Working for high profile company, this role  is to set up and run the tax function, The company currently outsources their tax function to an outside firm.

The successful applicant will have a broad range of international tax experience covering all areas of business taxation with detailed knowledge of R&D tax credits, and must be able to build good relationships and work cross functionally to develop processes to ensure compliance across all areas of taxation.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Design and implement processes across all taxes (WHT, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, etc)
• Lead on HMRC audits and queries.
• Design and implement a process to reclaim R&D tax credits
• Review import and export tax processes, conduct training across teams widening business knowledge.
• Manage the VAT recovery process ensuring that the correct business rules and processes are in place to enable the business to maximise VAT recovery.
• Monitor payroll tax treatment for the business including (P11d, PSA, PAYE, IR35)
• Deliver training to the finance team on tax regulation changes impacting the business
• Review and access business impact of all new tax legislation
• Provide coaching and training to junior team members

Requirements

• Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Advisor preferred.
• Corporate and R&D Tax experience
• Strong knowledge of import and export tax regulations
• Ability to pick-up new technologies quickly.
• Ability to line manage / lead teams effectively.
• Communicate effectively with key stakeholders/directors.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Clear and concise communication, verbally and with the use of email
• Strong levels of IT skills including MS Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Positively contribute to an open and inclusive culture

Private Client Tax Senior – St Albans

Private Client Tax Senior, St Albans, £40,000 – £45,000 + excellent benefits – hybrid working

Abacus Consulting are delighted to be a trusted partner to a leading accountancy practice in St Albans.

We are currently assisting them in their search for a Tax Specialist to join their private clients tax team. This is a permanent/full time role with a hybrid working arrangement and excellent benefits.

Working in a busy and fast paced environment the successful candidate will have proven experience managing a varied personal tax portfolio.

Must be ATT qualified and likely to have started, or considering starting in the near future, CTA studies.

This is a great role that is aimed at progressive and ambitious tax professionals. Excellent benefits and career opportunities available for the right candidate.

Offices are within walking distance of city centre and Thameslink. Onsite parking. High quality offices. Active social scene. Employee wellbeing and assistance in place. Ongoing personal and professional development including study support.

If this role is striking a chord with you, we look forward to your application!