Accounts Senior

£30-35,000FTE | Full/Part-time | Permanent
County Durham | BGC1005

The Firm:

Our client is a long-established small independent accountancy practice based in County Durham, with a loyal client base built over many years of delivering a personal, relationship-led service to local businesses. Proud of their reputation within the community, they continue to support a broad range of small businesses and sole traders with practical, down-to-earth accounting advice.

This is a close-knit practice where personality and client relationships are just as important as technical ability. The team enjoys a supportive working environment, offering flexibility, autonomy and the opportunity to play a genuinely valued role within the business.

The Role:

Working closely with the Partner, you will take responsibility for supporting a varied portfolio of small businesses, providing a true 360° accounting service from bookkeeping through to year-end accounts preparation.

Your work will include preparing statutory accounts, completing and submitting VAT returns, supporting clients with cloud accounting software, and assisting with both personal and business tax compliance matters. As relationships develop, you will become a trusted point of contact for your own clients, providing practical advice and building long-term client relationships.

This role would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on and involved in all aspects of practice accounting. Equally, for an ambitious accountant with aspirations of one day running or owning their own practice, the Partner is happy to offer genuine mentoring and succession planning for the right individual.

Experience Required:

• Applicants must have previous experience working within an accountancy practice and be confident managing accounts preparation for a varied portfolio of SME clients.

  You will ideally have:

  • Several years' experience within an accountancy practice.

  • Experience preparing year-end accounts for limited companies and sole traders.

  • Knowledge of VAT returns and bookkeeping.

  • Experience using cloud accounting software, particularly Xero.

  • Excellent communication skills and the confidence to build long-term client relationships.

  • A friendly, approachable personality and a genuine desire to become part of a small, supportive team.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary dependent upon experience.

• Flexible start and finish times.

• Predominantly office-based with some flexibility where required.

• Varied and interesting client portfolio with plenty of client interaction.

• Opportunity to work closely alongside an experienced Partner.

• Genuine long-term career prospects, including succession planning for the right individual.

• Friendly, supportive working environment where your contribution will be recognised and valued.

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, AE pension.

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Accounts Senior

£30-35,000| Full-time | Permanent
Durham / NEWcaSTLE | BGC1007

The Firm:

Our client is a highly regarded regional accountancy practice that continues to enjoy sustained growth and success across the North East. With a modern approach to client service, investment in technology and a strong reputation within the SME market, the firm is expanding its Accounting & Business Advisory team to meet increasing client demand.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive practice that genuinely invests in its people. Offering a collaborative working environment, ongoing professional development and clear opportunities for progression, the firm is committed to helping individuals build long-term careers.

The Role:

Joining an established Accounting & Business Advisory team, you will support a varied portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients across a range of sectors, providing high-quality accounting services and building trusted client relationships.

Working alongside experienced Managers, you will be responsible for preparing year-end statutory accounts, monthly and quarterly management accounts and drafting corporation tax computations. You will also support clients with day-to-day accounting queries, liaise with HMRC where appropriate and gain exposure to wider business advisory work as your experience develops.

The role offers excellent variety and client contact, with the opportunity to work alongside colleagues across multiple offices and broaden your experience within a growing regional practice.

Experience Required:

Applications are welcomed from candidates who are either AAT qualified with a minimum of three years' experience in an accountancy practice, or ACA/ACCA part-qualified with similar practice experience.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience preparing statutory accounts for SME clients within practice.

• Experience producing management accounts.

• An understanding of corporation tax computations.

• Strong communication skills with the confidence to develop client relationships.

• A proactive attitude and genuine desire to continue learning and developing professionally.

• Experience using cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, Sage or QuickBooks would be advantageous.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary dependent upon experience.

• Full study support for AAT, ACA or ACCA.

• Hybrid working and flexible working arrangements.

• Opportunity to work across multiple office locations.

• Clear career progression within a growing regional firm.

• Exposure to a varied portfolio of SME clients.

• Ongoing technical and professional development.

• Supportive, collaborative and modern working environment.

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Accounts Assistant

£25-30,000 | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC1006

The Firm:

Our client is a well-established and highly respected independent accountancy practice with an excellent reputation nationwide. With continued investment in its people, technology and client services, the firm continues to grow while maintaining a friendly, supportive and collaborative working culture.

Working with a broad portfolio of SME businesses, owner-managed companies and private clients, the firm is committed to developing long-term relationships and delivering a genuinely personal service.

The Role:

An opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant to join the firm's Accounting & Business Services team, supporting a varied portfolio of clients across a range of industries.

Working alongside and experienced team you will assist with the preparation of year-end statutory accounts, bookkeeping, management accounts and VAT returns, whilst developing your technical knowledge across a broad range of accounting services. You will also gain exposure to corporation tax work and provide day-to-day support to clients, helping them with accounting queries and cloud accounting software.

This is a varied role offering excellent client contact and the opportunity to build experience across all aspects of general practice accounting within a supportive team environment. It is not a training role and does require an individual who is already preparing year end accounts confidently.

Experience Required:

Applicants should have previous experience working within an accountancy practice and enjoy working at a hands on accounts preparation level. It is not suited to those wishing to continue further with exams.

You will ideally:

• Be AAT Level 4 qualified, or AAT Level 3 qualified with relevant practice experience.

• Have at least 2-3 years' experience working within an accountancy practice.

• Be confident preparing year-end accounts, bookkeeping and VAT returns.

• Have experience assisting with management accounts and month-end processes.

• Possess good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and cloud accounting software such as Xero, Sage or QuickBooks.

• Demonstrate excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

• Be a positive team player with strong communication skills and a genuine desire to provide excellent client service.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

• Five weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.

• Enhanced pension and life assurance.

• Employee wellbeing programme and enhanced family-friendly benefits.

• Active social calendar, charity initiatives and team events.

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Trust Manager

Upto £60,000 DOE | FulL/Part-time | Permanent
Remote or UK Office BAsed | BGC1003

The Firm:

An International professional services firm with a highly regarded private wealth team are looking to appoint an experienced Trusts Manager to support their growing network of clients with both compliance and advisory services for their trust affairs. This opportunity has the flexibility be remote or office based with the option to attend one of their local UK offices for “connection” should you prefer.

The Role:

In this role, you will take ownership of your own portfolio, preparing trust accounts and personal/trust returns for review, as well as carrying out peer reviews. You’ll be the first point of contact for day-to-day trust matters, working closely with high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and estates to ensure everything runs smoothly. This includes managing engagement letters, agreeing fees, and overseeing billing.

Alongside your own work, you’ll play an active part in supporting colleagues across the trust and tax team with the wider management of client affairs, while also getting involved in charities and small business accounts and related compliance.

For those who wish to get involved in networking and business development, opportunities are freely open, however there is sufficient workload making this optional rather than a requirement to the position.

Experience Required:

• Expertise in the field of trust accounts preparation.

• Either qualified by experience or ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified.

• Experience working with HNWI, able to build client relationships and provide advise on trust mattters.

• Able to work independently as well as in a team colloborating with others.

• Ability to communicate effectively and confidently across all channels

• Knowledge of current accounting standards, techniques and best practice.

• Familiar with CCH Trust accounts, Excel and Word.

Benefits:

• Being part of a wider team with a supportive culture at the same time as having the flexibility to work independantly from home or office.

• Both full and part-time hours considered as is annualised hours.

• Extensive benefits in line with that of a large international firm.

• Opportunity to further your trusts knowledge tapping into the expertise of those in your wider team including the option to study your STEP qualification.

• Progressive opportunities within the business readily available for all.

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Accounts Senior

£30-£40,000 | Full-time | Permanent
Northumberland | BGC982

The Firm:

Our client is a well-established, independent accountancy practice with a strong local reputation and a growing client base. For those wishing to avoid the regular commute to Newcastle they will be attracted by this local Northumberland office base. Offering a small, close-knit team, they pride themselves on providing a friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment, where people genuinely enjoy working together. The firm provides a full range of services working closely with a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses.

The Role:

Due to continued growth an opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Senior to work closely with the leadership team to provide a high-quality service across a broad range of accounting tasks. This is a varied, hands-on position offering exposure to multiple areas including Statutory accounts, tax, VAT, bookkeeping and payroll. You will be involved in liaising with both clients, 3rd party providers and HMRC as part of your day to day responsibilities. There is scope to progress to Accounts Manager in the future should this be of interest.

Experience Required:

This is predominantly an office based role (one day from home) where the suitable candidate will hold a minimum of 3 years experience within an accountancy practice and able to prepare a set of statutory accounts. Alongside your experience you will be AAT Level 4 (or equivalent) and be able to demonstrate your ability to work independently on accounts preparation, VAT returns and bookkeeping.  

Working with clients each day you will be a confident communicator as well as good team player and value the benefit of developing strong client relationships. We are looking to an organised individual who can manage deadlines efficiently and is experienced using software such as Xero, Sage, Brightpay or similar. 

Benefits:

This opportunity carries an attractive salary alongside performance related bonus and will suit those looking for a long-term secure position in a family friendly firm. The role offers plenty of variety in accounting and client interaction to keep you challenged. Start and finish times can be tailored to suit in order to provide you with a good work life balance along with a day working from home.

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Corporate Tax Assistant Manager / Manager

£36-60,000DOE | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC943

The Firm:

At what is an exciting time for this award-winning accountancy practice, the firm continues to raise its profile, experience strong growth, and celebrate key client wins. With a firm focus on people and culture, they have created a relaxed and supportive working environment that values trust and balance, offering a mix of office and hybrid working for all team members.

As the business continues to expand, particularly within their Tax Department, they are now seeking an Assistant Manager or Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day aspects of Corporate Tax, contributing to the continued success and development of this dynamic and forward-thinking team.

The Role:

Working as part of a team of tax specialists you would be responsible for overseeing the work of both Tax Seniors and Asssistants, from simple to complex returns. With your own portfolio to look after too and play a supporting role to the Tax Director you will find yourself developing your technical knowledge as well as fine-tuning your management skills.

Your day to day will include:

• Tax preparation, review and HMRC submission, ensuring accuracy of data and process controls.

• Compliance planning for you and the team to ensure deadlines are met

• Co-ordinating tax payments, loss relief, capital allowances, group relief and other claims

• Technical planning support, attending client meetings with the Tax Partner/Directors

• Staying current in your knowledge of corporation and financial reporting requirements

Experience Required:

• Minimum of 3 years corporate tax experience, proficient with compliance.

• Supervisory or managerial experience

• CTA/ACA qualified or equivalent

• Passionate about working in tax and enjoys client meetings / relationship building

• First class communication skills with a positive outlook.

• Team player

Benefits:

They offer a competitive benefits package, an inclusive and relaxed working environment, and excellent opportunities for learning and progression. For the right person, the potential to progress to Director or even Partner in the future is very much within reach.

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Practice Accountant

£28-32,000 | Full or Part-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC999

The Firm:

A small newly established professional accountancy firm are going from strength to strength as they offer local SME businesses accountancy and tax services. With new clients onboarding each month they are looking to recruit additional support to their small yet growing team.

The Role:

Coming to the recruitment with an open mind my client is able to consider an experienced Accountant on a part-time basis. This may suit someone who is looking for flexible part-time hours, either around family committments or lifestyle choice. Equally, my client can offer full-time hours to someone a little less experienced and still on a learning trajectory with their accounting career.

Working on Xero you will be responsible for preparing year end statutory accounts , including self-assessment tax returns from Xero and core records. There will be some monthly management accounts to produce for some clients as well as bookkeeping and VAT support.

Experience Required:

• Minimum of two to three years exerience working in a UK practice environment.

• Competent user of Xero

• Ability to prepare year end accounts independently

• Bookkeeping skills

• Excellent communication skills – both written and oral with an interest to develop key client relationships.

• Knowledge of current accounting standards, techniques and best practice.

• Able to work independently without the need for supervision

Benefits:

A relaxed working environment with the potential for flexible working hours as well as hybrid working.

The opportunity to work with an ambitious business owner, with scope to get involved in client development if of interest.

Competitive salary alongside, pension and holidays.

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Client Account Manager

Up to £55,000DOE | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC1000

The Firm:

Our client is a highly regarded national accountancy and advisory firm with a specialist healthcare client base across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Client Accounts Manager.

Renowned for delivering a highly personalised service, the firm has developed an excellent reputation within its specialist sector and continues to invest heavily in its people, technology and client offering. Alongside technical excellence, they place significant emphasis on building a supportive and collaborative culture where individuals are encouraged to develop, share knowledge and progress their careers.

The Role:

This is a varied management role combining client relationship management, technical accounts review and team leadership.

Working closely with senior leadership, you will oversee a portfolio of healthcare clients from pre to end of year meetings, ensuring the delivery of high-quality accounting services while acting as a trusted adviser on day-to-day accounting matters. You will review statutory accounts, support colleagues with technical queries and ensure assignments are delivered efficiently and within agreed timescales.

Equally important will be your role as a people manager. You will lead, mentor and develop a team of accountants, managing workflow, providing regular feedback and creating an environment where individuals are supported to perform at their best. The firm is looking for someone who enjoys developing others and leading by example.

You will also contribute to improving internal processes, embrace cloud accounting technologies and work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider business to deliver an exceptional client experience.

Experience Required:

Applicants will be ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with previous experience gained within an accountancy practice environment.

Whilst experience working with healthcare clients would be advantageous, the firm is equally keen to meet individuals who possess strong leadership and people management skills together with the ability to build lasting client relationships.

You will demonstrate:

• Previous experience managing a portfolio of clients within practice.

• Strong technical accounts preparation and review skills.

• Experience leading, motivating and developing a team.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

• Confidence using cloud accounting software, including platforms such as Xero and QuickBooks.

• A collaborative and supportive management style with a genuine passion for developing others.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Generous holiday, above market standard with Christmas shutdown

• Enhanced pension scheme.

• Health and wellbeing initiatives.

• Free onsite parking.

• Modern working environment with excellent technology.

• Active social calendar and supportive team culture.

• Long-term career progression within a growing national specialist practice.

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Payroll Officer

£DOE | Full-time | Permanent
Billingham | BGC997

The Firm:

A highly aspirational and growing accountancy firm with a strong name in the profession offers the opportunity to become part of a collaborative payroll team supporting a diverse portfolio of businesses across a range of sectors. Renowned for investing in its people, the firm combines modern technology with a supportive culture where development, flexibility and client service are at the heart of everything they do.

Whether you're looking to continue building your payroll career or develop your technical expertise within a larger organisation, you'll find genuine opportunities to progress whilst working alongside knowledgeable and supportive colleagues.

The Role:

Working as part of an experienced payroll team, you'll manage your own portfolio of clients, taking responsibility for delivering an accurate and efficient payroll service from start to finish.

Your role will involve:

• Managing the full payroll cycle for a varied portfolio of clients.

• Processing weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls.

• Administering workplace pensions and auto-enrolment requirements.

• Calculating statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP and other family-related leave.

• Responding to client payroll queries, providing a professional and timely service.

• Processing payroll amendments, starters, leavers and salary changes.

• Completing year-end payroll activities and statutory reporting.

• Liaising with HMRC, pension providers and other third parties where required.

• Reviewing payroll information to ensure accuracy and compliance with current legislation.

• Keeping up to date with changes in payroll legislation and best practice.

This is a varied role where no two days are quite the same, offering the opportunity to build long-term client relationships whilst becoming a trusted point of contact for all payroll matters.

Experience Required:

We're looking for someone with previous end-to-end payroll experience, ideally gained within an accountancy practice or payroll bureau, although strong in-house payroll experience will also be welcomed.

You will ideally have:

• At least two years' experience processing payroll from start to finish.

• A good understanding of PAYE, pensions and auto-enrolment legislation.

• Experience calculating statutory payments manually where required.

• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to your work.

• Excellent communication skills with a customer-focused approach.

• The ability to manage multiple payrolls and deadlines simultaneously.

• Experience using payroll software and Microsoft Excel.

• A willingness to continually develop your technical knowledge as legislation evolves.

Benefits:

You will not find this firm’s list of benefits short, alongside a competitive salary that reflects your level of experience and responsibilities you will also enjoy, hybrid and flexible working, flexible holidays with the option to purchase additional days, wellbeing programmes, health benefits and life assurance to name a few.

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Audit Senior

£Neg | Full-time | Permanent
Teesside | BGC994C

The Firm:

We are working with an accountancy firm who hold a strong reputation across the region and boast a broad portfolio of local and national Owner Managed Businesses to their firm. With ambition to continue their expansion, they are looking to appoint a qualified Audit Senior who shares the same values in providing high-quality audit and advisory services to clients.

Joining a strong team culture this is a great firm to join for those recently or newly qualified and keen to continue with their development and career progression.

The Role:

As an Audit Senior, you will take responsibility for leading external audit assignments across a varied portfolio of commercial and not-for-profit clients.

You will manage audits from planning through to completion, supervise junior team members and develop strong working relationships with clients.

The role offers exposure to a broad range of sectors and provides excellent opportunities to further develop your technical and leadership skills.

Experience Required:

• ACA or ACCA qualified

• Proven external audit experience within an accountancy practice

• Experience leading audit assignments and reviewing work

• Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise at all levels within a business

• Team-oriented approach with a willingness to mentor and support colleagues

• Experience working with charities or not-for-profit organisations would be advantageous but is not essential

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Flexible and hybrid working

• Exposure to SME, owner-managed and not-for-profit clients

• Strong career progression opportunities

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

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Audit Senior Part-Qualified

£Competitive | Full-time | Permanent
Durham | BGC994A

The Firm:

Our client is a growing and respected North East accountancy practice with an excellent reputation for developing talent and promoting from within. Their culture is built around teamwork, collaboration and supporting individuals to achieve their professional goals. They are keen to appoint a part-qualified Audit Senior to join their regional team in a client facing capacity as you work towards full qualification.

The Role:

This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified ACA or ACCA professional looking to continue developing their audit career within a supportive environment.

You will assist in the planning and delivery of external audits for a broad portfolio of SME and owner-managed businesses, gaining exposure to all stages of the audit process. Alongside audit fieldwork, you will support senior team members, liaise with clients and develop your technical knowledge as you progress towards qualification.

Experience Required:

• ACA or ACCA part-qualified

• Experience working within an external audit role in practice

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• Keen to continue learning and developing technically

• Positive team player with a collaborative approach

Benefits:

• Full study support

• Structured career progression

• Flexible working arrangements

• Supportive and social team culture

• Exposure to a diverse client portfolio

• Ongoing professional development

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Accounts Senior

£34-44,000 | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC973

The Firm:

Our client is a well-established national accountancy and advisory firm with a strong reputation across the UK. Having built significant success nationally, the firm is now investing in expanding its presence in the North East, creating an exciting opportunity to join a growing local team at an early stage as an Accounts Senior.

This role offers the chance to be part of something new while benefiting from the backing, systems and client base of a larger organisation. You will join with a ready-made portfolio of clients, working alongside an experienced leadership team as they continue to grow the office and build a strong regional presence.

The Role:

As an Accounts Senior, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of accounting and business services to a diverse portfolio of clients.

You will be responsible for preparing high-quality financial information and ensuring clients receive a reliable and professional service. Alongside your own client work, you will also support the wider team as the office continues to grow.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing management accounts and year-end statutory accounts for a portfolio of clients

• Completing VAT returns and supporting tax computations where required

• Maintaining accurate working papers and ensuring compliance with accounting standards

• Acting as a day-to-day contact for clients, responding to queries and building strong relationships

• Supporting junior team members and assisting with the review process where appropriate

• Identifying ways to improve processes and make effective use of accounting systems

This role offers a great blend of technical work, client interaction and the opportunity to contribute to a growing team environment.

Experience Required:

The firm are keen to speak with candidates who have experience working within UK accountancy practice, ideally within an accounts or business services team and are hungry for a new challenge.

• Typically, you will have:

  • A minimum of 3 years experience in practice

  • A good understanding of accounts preparation and client delivery

  • Experience using accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks or similar systems

  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines

  • Applicants must have a right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available

  • You will ideally be AAT qualified, ACA or ACCA qualified (or close to qualification).

Benefits:

This role offers the opportunity to be part of an exciting phase of growth, working with an enviable client portfolio while helping shape the future of the local office.

The firm offers:

• Hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office)

• A 35-hour working week

• Modern Newcastle city centre offices

• Private medical insurance

• Health cash plan and employee assistance programme

• Pension scheme and group life assurance

• Retail discount and cashback portal

• Enhanced family leave policies

• Generous holiday allowance which increases with progression

This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Senior looking to join a growing office while benefiting from the stability and resources of a national firm.

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Part-qualified Accountant

£24-32,000 | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC9731

The Firm:

Our client is a Top 50 UK accountancy and advisory firm with modern offices in Newcastle. Known for combining technical expertise with a highly relationship-driven approach, the firm works with a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from owner-managed businesses and entrepreneurial start-ups through to multinational groups and high-net-worth individuals.

As a B Corp certified organisation, the firm places strong emphasis on responsible business practices, collaboration and long-term relationships with both clients and employees. Their culture is modern, supportive and people-focused, creating an environment where individuals are encouraged to develop and grow their careers.

Due to continued success and expansion, the firm is now looking to appoint an Part-qualified Accountant to join their growing team.

The Role:

Perfect for a part-qualified who is looking to build practical accounting experience while continuing to study towards a professional qualification. This is a hands-on position where you will apply your knowledge in a real-world environment, working across a variety of clients and industries.

You will be responsible for completing accounting tasks accurately and efficiently, developing your skills under the guidance of experienced colleagues, and gradually taking ownership of your own portfolio. The role provides an excellent foundation in accounting, tax, and compliance, with opportunities to contribute to more complex client work as your confidence grows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare VAT returns, management accounts, journals, and basic statutory accounts

• Assist with corporation tax computations and support more complex filings

• Contribute to group accounts, consolidations, and adjustments as required

• Apply practical knowledge of VAT, PAYE, and Corporation Tax to client work

• Review your own work for accuracy and completeness, escalating issues where needed

• Manage your workload efficiently, meeting deadlines and maintaining high standards

• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients and colleagues, producing client-ready outputs

• Support junior team members, share knowledge, and contribute to a collaborative team environment

Experience Required:

We are looking for applicants with a minimum of two years experience in statutory accounting developed in an accounting practice. This is an excellent opportunity for someone building their career and looking to gain hands-on experience with a variety of clients.

A confident user of accounting software you will have a strong attention to detail with first class communication skills. You should be studying towards AAT, ACCA or ACA with a desire to continue learning and progress your career.

Benefits:

A comprehensive benefits package which offers a competitive salary, full study support, enhanced holidays, future learning with courses, hybrid working, 35 hour week, private healthcare, fast-track career progression and a cashback savings scheme to name a few.

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Audit Senior

£Neg | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC994B

The Firm:

Our client is a well-established and growing accountancy practice with a strong audit presence across the North East. Known for their collaborative culture and high standards of client service, they have built an enviable reputation working with SME and owner-managed businesses throughout the region.

The firm places significant emphasis on teamwork and culture fit, seeking individuals who enjoy working closely with colleagues, sharing knowledge and helping others succeed. With a strong cross-office culture and regular social activities, they have created an environment where people feel valued, supported and genuinely enjoy coming to work.

The Role:

Due to continued growth within the audit department, an opportunity has arisen for a qualified Audit Senior to join the Newcastle team.

Working primarily within external audit, you will take responsibility for leading audit assignments from planning through to completion across a varied portfolio of SME and owner-managed businesses. You will work closely with Audit Managers and Partners, ensuring assignments are delivered efficiently, on time and to the highest professional standards.

Responsibilities will include planning audit assignments, identifying key risk areas, leading fieldwork both on-site and remotely, reviewing audit files and preparing completion documentation. You will be involved in preparing and presenting findings to clients, building trusted relationships and acting as a key point of contact throughout the audit process.

As a senior member of the team, you will also supervise, coach and mentor junior colleagues, providing technical guidance and supporting their professional development. The firm places great importance on teamwork, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys developing others and contributing to a positive team culture.

The role offers exposure to a broad range of industries and businesses, providing plenty of variety and the opportunity to further develop both your technical and leadership skills. There will also be opportunities to work closely with senior leadership on larger and more complex assignments as your experience grows.

Experience Required:

• ACA or ACCA qualified

• Recent external audit experience gained within an accountancy practice environment

• Experience leading audits from planning through to completion

• Strong technical audit knowledge and understanding of current accounting standards

• Experience supervising, mentoring or reviewing the work of junior team members

• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills

• Organised and able to manage multiple assignments and deadlines

• A collaborative approach with a genuine desire to contribute to a supportive team culture

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

• Clear career progression opportunities

• Exposure to a varied portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients

• Strong focus on learning and professional development

• Supportive leadership team and collaborative working culture

• Active social calendar and cross-office team events

• Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious audit department

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Corporate Tax Manager

£Competitive | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC949

The Firm:

This national practice has a strong presence across the UK, supporting an impressive range of clients from large PLCs through to local owner-managed businesses. Their reputation continues to grow, fuelled by investment in people, technology, and new service lines. Joining their regional tax team means becoming part of a culture that genuinely prioritises your development, offering breadth of exposure and a clear pathway for progression.

The Role:

As a Corporate Tax Manager, you will lead the delivery of corporate tax services to a varied and often complex portfolio of clients. You will take ownership of managing client relationships, ensuring compliance requirements are met while supporting broader tax planning and advisory projects.

Your responsibilities will include managing and reviewing complex corporation tax returns, including larger group submissions, and guiding the team through the workflow to ensure work is completed accurately, on time, and in line with client expectations. You will oversee a portfolio with a strong advisory focus, managing ongoing projects with input from Directors and Partners, and ensuring advisory checklists and technical conclusions are completed to a high standard.

You will also take a hands-on role in developing more junior team members—delegating appropriately, reviewing their work, offering feedback, and ensuring they gain exposure across compliance and advisory matters.

A key part of this role involves understanding clients’ commercial drivers, sector challenges, and opportunities. You will be expected to handle complex client queries independently, brief junior staff effectively, and maintain strong communication with audit and business advisory teams to deliver a joined-up service.

Commercial awareness is essential, including monitoring WIP, ensuring appropriate billing, developing pricing strategies, attending pre-year-end and completion meetings, and supporting the preparation of proposals, fee quotes, and tenders. You will also contribute to business development by identifying opportunities, cultivating new relationships, and helping secure new engagements for the firm.

This is a role suited to a strong communicator with excellent technical capability who enjoys a blend of compliance, advisory work, client development, and team leadership.

Experience Required:

• Professionally qualified or qualified by experience (CTA / ACA / ACCA / CA or equivalent)

• Solid experience developed within an accountancy practice

• Strong technical grounding in corporate tax compliance and advisory work

• Ability to manage complex client portfolios and lead client discussions

• Proven experience reviewing corporation tax returns, including groups

• Confidence in supervising staff and guiding their development

Benefits:

You’ll be joining a progressive and supportive regional tax team with a strong social culture and a genuine commitment to career advancement. Expect exposure to high-quality technical work, structured development opportunities, and the full suite of benefits offered by a national practice that truly values its people and invests in their long-term growth.

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Accounting & Business Advisory Partner

£Competitive | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC986

The Firm:

We are working with a leading international professional services firm with a strong UK presence and ambitious growth plans who are looking for an Accounting and Business Advisory Partner. With continued investment in people, technology, and service lines, the firm is expanding its Accounting & Business Advisory offering in response to increasing demand from mid-market businesses and changes in the audit landscape.

Known for its collaborative culture and high-quality client delivery, the firm combines global reach with a strong regional presence, offering clients a genuinely partner-led, relationship-driven service.

The Role:

This is a rare opportunity to join the partnership of a forward-thinking firm at a pivotal stage of growth. As part of a national strategy to expand the Accounting & Business Advisory service line, you will play a key role in shaping its direction across the North East.

Working alongside an established leadership team, you will lead the development of the service line locally, deepen client relationships, and drive sustainable, profitable growth. This is a visible and influential role, offering the autonomy to lead, the platform to grow, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

As a Partner, you will take responsibility for both client delivery and business growth, combining strategic leadership with hands-on relationship management. You will lead and develop a sizeable team, working closely with other service lines, including tax, payroll, and wider advisory teams to deliver a joined-up, high-quality client experience.

You will manage and grow your own portfolio of clients, acting as a trusted advisor to mid-market businesses, while identifying opportunities to expand services and strengthen long-term relationships. Alongside this, you will play a key role in winning new work, enhancing the firm’s market presence, and delivering on a clear growth plan for the service line.

We are looking for:

We are keen to speak with ambitious and commercially minded professionals who are ready to step into, or continue in, a Partner role within a dynamic and growing firm.

You will ideally:

• Be an experienced Director ready for your first Partner role, or an established Partner seeking a new challenge

• Have a strong background in accounting and business advisory services, ideally within the mid-market

• Demonstrate experience of leading, managing, and developing high-performing teams

• Bring a commercial mindset, with the ability to analyse complex business situations and prioritise effectively

• Have a proven track record of building and maintaining senior client relationships

• Be collaborative, curious, and motivated by delivering high-quality outcomes for clients

The Why:

This is an opportunity to become part of a progressive partnership group where you will have real influence over strategy, direction, and growth. The firm offers the autonomy and flexibility expected at Partner level, alongside the support of a well-resourced national and international network.

With strong market demand, continued investment, and a clear growth agenda, this role offers the platform to build something meaningful while advancing your own career at the highest level.

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Audit & Accounts Semi-Senior

£24-32,000DOE | Full-time | Permanent
Teesside | BGC980

The Firm:

Our client is a highly regarded independent accountancy practice with a strong presence across the North East and a reputation for delivering high-quality services to owner-managed businesses, SMEs and growing corporate clients. With continued investment in their people and ongoing expansion across the region, they are seeking an Audit & Accounts Semi-Senior to join their team.

The firm places significant importance on its core values and has received recognition for its commitment to employee wellbeing, professional development and contribution to the local community. Offering a supportive and collaborative environment, they provide excellent opportunities for individuals looking to develop their careers within a modern and progressive practice.

The Role:

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious practice professional seeking exposure to both audit and accounts work within a varied client portfolio.

Working closely with Audit Seniors, Managers and Partners, you will assist in the planning and completion of audit assignments for a range of corporate clients across multiple sectors. Alongside audit work, you will be involved in the preparation of year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders, gaining broad exposure to general practice services.

You will have regular client contact, both on-site and remotely, helping to build strong professional relationships while developing your technical knowledge and commercial understanding.

As your experience grows, you will be given increasing responsibility for managing assignments, supporting junior team members and contributing to the successful delivery of client work.

Experience Required:

Applicants should have previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment, ideally within an audit and accounts role.

You will typically:

• Be studying towards ACA or ACCA, AAT qualified, or qualified by experience

• Have experience assisting with audit assignments and accounts preparation

• Possess a good understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting

• Demonstrate strong organisational skills and attention to detail

• Be comfortable communicating with clients and colleagues at all levels

• Have a positive attitude and a genuine desire to continue learning and developing within practice

This role would suit someone looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive firm that can offer long-term progression opportunities.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Full study support where required

• Clear career progression opportunities

• Exposure to a varied portfolio of clients and industries

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

• Ongoing technical and professional development

• Opportunity to work for a firm recognised for its commitment to its people and local community

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Audit Director - RI

£COMP | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC992

The Firm:

Our client is a highly respected independent accountancy firm, with a strong reputation for delivering quality-led services to a diverse portfolio of corporate clients across the region. With an established audit department continuing to grow, the firm is now seeking to strengthen its leadership team through the appointment of an Audit Director.

This is a strategic hire and forms part of the firm's long-term succession planning. With a clear route towards Partnership and future equity opportunities, this role offers a rare opportunity to join a progressive practice at a pivotal stage of its development.

The firm is recognised not only for the quality of its client service but also for its commitment to its people and the wider community, having received industry recognition for its employee engagement initiatives and contribution to the local business community. Their values-led culture has created an environment where individuals are empowered to develop, collaborate and build long-term careers.

The Role:

As Audit Director, you will play a key role in the continued growth and development of the audit function, leading a portfolio of corporate audit clients while helping shape the future direction of the department.

Working closely with the Partners and wider leadership team, you will oversee the delivery of high-quality audit assignments, ensuring compliance with professional standards while maintaining a commercial and client-focused approach. You will be responsible for managing key client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and identifying opportunities to further support clients as their businesses evolve.

Alongside client delivery, you will provide leadership to the audit team, mentoring and developing managers and senior staff, supporting succession planning and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

You will also play an important role in business development activities, helping to raise the firm's profile, win new work and contribute towards the firm's strategic growth plans. This is a highly visible position offering genuine influence and the opportunity to help shape the future of the practice.

Experience Required:

We are keen to speak with experienced audit professionals who are either currently operating at Director level or are ready to step into a more senior leadership role.

• Applicants should:

  • Hold ACA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualifications

  • Possess Responsible Individual (RI) status or be actively working towards obtaining RI status

  • Have significant experience leading statutory audits for corporate clients within an accountancy practice environment

  • Demonstrate strong technical audit knowledge and an excellent understanding of regulatory requirements

  • Have experience managing and developing teams, providing leadership and mentoring to support career progression

  • Be confident managing senior client relationships and acting as a trusted business advisor

  • Demonstrate commercial awareness and an ability to identify opportunities for business growth and service development

Whilst candidates with two or more years' RI experience are particularly attractive, the firm is open to considering individuals at different stages of their RI journey who can demonstrate the ambition and capability to progress into a future Partner role.

Benefits:

• Clear route to Partnership with future equity opportunity

• Strategic leadership position within a growing audit practice

• Strong succession planning and long-term career prospects

• High-quality corporate client portfolio

• Supportive and values-driven culture

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future direction of the firm

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Practice Accounts Assistant

£24-30,000 | Full-time | Permanent
south tyneside | BGC990

The Firm:

Our client is a long-established independent accountancy practice based in South Tyneside, known for providing a friendly, supportive and down-to-earth working environment. They have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services to local SME businesses while maintaining a culture where people are encouraged to develop at their own pace. Whether your ambition is to progress your career or simply enjoy being part of a professional and welcoming team, this firm offers an environment where individuals are valued and supported.

The Role:

Working as part of the accounts department, you will provide support to both the accounts and bookkeeping teams, gaining exposure to a varied workload across a diverse portfolio of SME clients.

Responsibilities will include the preparation of year-end accounts, bookkeeping, VAT returns and supporting clients with Making Tax Digital requirements. You will work closely with senior members of the team, developing your technical knowledge while building confidence in dealing directly with clients and responding to day-to-day queries.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden their experience within practice and gain exposure to a range of accounting disciplines, perhaps whilst working towards professional AAT exams.

Experience Required:

• Applicants must have a minimum of two years' experience working within an accountancy practice environment.

• You may be AAT qualified or currently studying towards your AAT qualification and looking to further develop your skills.

• Experience preparing accounts or at least working papers is required.

• You will have experience with all aspects of bookkeeping and VAT duties.

• You will be comfortable using cloud-based accounting software, including Xero and/or Sage, and possess strong communication skills with the confidence to build positive relationships with clients, colleagues and Partners alike.

Benefits:

• Supportive and friendly working environment

• Exposure to a broad range of accounting and bookkeeping work

• Opportunity for further learning and career development

• Study support available where appropriate for AAT

• Modern technology and cloud accounting systems

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Long-term career opportunity within a respected independent practice

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Senior Outsourcing Manager

£Negotiable | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC987

The Firm:

Leading accountancy firm with an excellent name in the local and national market are further expanding their existing service to SME clients in need of accounting and commercial advisory support. We would welcome qualified accounting professionals, who would enjoy using their technical and advisory skills to act in the capacity of “external” Financial Controller/Director to these clients.

The Role:

Working with a range of ambitious and fast growing businesses the demand for additional outsourcing services and assistance to in-house finance departments is growing and as such we are seeking an experienced Accounts Senior Manager to work alongside the Partner group to further develop business and ensure the team are delivering.

• Engaging with your clients’ business, understanding their needs and identify new opportunities

• Being the primary day-to-day contact for your allocated portfolio of clients, reviewing accounts completed by the team and preparing more complex accounts.

• Budgets and cashflow forecasting

• Active business partnering to ensure informed reporting of risks & opportunities, actuals and forecast variance analysis

• Analytically reviewing results and analysing key performance indicators for your clients

• Ensuring that allocated teams are keeping all accounting systems up to date and accurate within the agree timeframes

• Training clients in use of their accounting systems

• Assisting with tendering to potential new clients as well as the implementation phase for new engagements

• Liaising and collaborating with tax, payroll and other departments on client matters, identifying cross-selling opportunities

• Promoting the interests of the firm to clients, prospective clients and other third parties;

• Assisting with portfolio allocation across the wider team and monitor time allocations, budgets and deadlines, including data insight for internal management reporting and checklist monitoring

• Working in accordance with defined systems and procedures as well challenging the status quo where there may be a more efficient way of doing things

• Empowering and educating through line management to develop more junior members of the team.

• Attending regular network and associated referrer events

Experience required:

• Qualified Accountants (ACA, CA, ACCA) with strong technical accounting experience

• Worked with SME and OMB in the UK market

• Operating at a minimum of experienced Manager level in the accountancy profession

• Ambitious and keen to continue with your own personal development and learning with a view to future promotion

• Self-driven, motivated with a passion for accounting and assisting fast growing businesses

• Staff supervisory experience,  able to motivate teams and lead by example inspiring those around you

• First class communication skills able to create a presence in the local market

Benefits:

Great opportunity to help lead a successful outsourcing team to become even better. Freedom to develop your own new areas of business whilst supporting the team

Comprehensive benefits package, free parking, career progression tracked.

This is a role that can offer the best of practice and industry.

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