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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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 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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Inheritance Tax Specialist

£competitive | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC2401TX

The Firm:

A large, ambitious accountancy firm with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality private client services is looking to expand its Inheritance Tax (IHT) capability. This is an exciting time to join as the firm grows into new markets, broadens its service offerings, and continues to build on a strong, loyal client base. The culture is collaborative and forward-thinking, with a clear focus on supporting career progression and fostering technical excellence.

The Role:

As an Inheritance Tax Specialist, you will provide comprehensive advice to high-net-worth clients, their families, and trustees, ensuring effective tax planning aligned with clients’ wider wealth objectives. You’ll manage your own portfolio of clients, take ownership of complex IHT planning assignments, and work closely with Partners and the private client team to deliver tailored solutions. Typical responsibilities include:

• Providing technical IHT advice and guidance to clients and their advisers

• Structuring estates and wealth transfers to minimise liabilities

• Reviewing wills, trusts, and succession plans

• Advising on lifetime gifts, trusts, and charitable giving strategies

• Supporting business succession and family wealth planning

Experience Required:

• CTA-qualified, ACA-qualified, or equivalent professional credentials

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in private client tax, with proven experience advising on inheritance tax planning

• Strong technical knowledge of IHT legislation, trusts, and estate planning

• Ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with high-net-worth clients

• Strong communication and advisory skills, with the confidence to manage complex matters independently

Benefits:

• Competitive salary

• Office based with an element of hybrid working with flexible hours

• Ongoing professional development

• Exposure to a varied and high-profile client base

• Opportunity to work in a highly collaborative, supportive team during a period of strategic growth

• Various company benefit choices to select

This is a career-defining opportunity for an inheritance tax specialist seeking to take their expertise to the next level within a growing, forward-thinking firm.

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Corporate Tax Senior Manager

£Competitive | Full-time | Permanent
County Durham  | BGC844

The Firm:

Our client is a leading accountancy firm with a strong national presence, complemented by a well-established network of regional offices. The firm is recognised for its collaborative culture, high-quality client service and commitment to developing its people.

With a diverse SME client base and a growing tax offering, the firm provides an excellent platform for ambitious tax professionals looking to progress their careers within a supportive and well-resourced environment.

The Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Corporate Tax Manager (or an experienced Tax Manager ready to step up) to join a highly regarded tax team.

You will take ownership of your own portfolio of corporate clients, overseeing compliance while playing a key role in delivering advisory services alongside the Tax Partners. In addition, you will support the day-to-day management of the team, helping to plan workflow, mentor junior staff and ensure the delivery of high-quality work.

This is a varied and commercially focused role, offering the opportunity to build strong client relationships, contribute to business development activities and play a key part in the continued growth of the tax function.

Experience required:

The successful candidate will:

• Be CTA / ACA / ACCA / CA qualified (or equivalent)

• Have experience in corporate or mixed tax within an accountancy practice

• Be operating at Manager level or above, or ready to step into a Senior Manager role

• Have strong technical knowledge and enjoy working on complex tax matters

• Be confident managing client relationships and delivering a high level of service

• Have experience working with SME clients

• Be proactive, commercially aware and keen to contribute to team development

Benefits:

• Highly competitive salary (above market average)

• Hybrid and flexible working options

• Free parking

• Professional subscriptions paid

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Clear progression opportunities to Director & Partner within a growing firm

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

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Indirect Tax Advisor

£competitive | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC2390IT

The Firm:

A large international accounting and advisory firm with one of the largest professional service networks in the world are looking to appoint an experienced Indirect Tax Advisor to their growing Newcastle office to join a team of specialist advisors in all aspects of Indirect tax.

The Role:

We are looking for a confident and capable Indirect Tax professional to join the team as a Senior, specialising in VAT. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a wide range of clients, helping them improve their indirect tax compliance and efficiency.

You’ll be involved in advising how VAT impacts clients’ supply chains, financial processes, and accounting systems, while supporting them to improve reporting, reduce errors, manage working capital, and minimise costs.

You’ll work closely with senior team members to deliver tax projects, build strong client relationships, and contribute to winning new work. This is a varied and hands-on role where no two days are the same.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting senior colleagues in building and maintaining client relationships

• Delivering high-quality VAT advisory and compliance services

• Managing the day-to-day liaison with clients, ensuring expectations are met

• Identifying areas of risk and knowing when to escalate

• Contributing to business development through managing existing clients and identifying new opportunities

• Ensuring work is delivered with technical excellence and a practical, commercial focus.

Experience Required:

• Proven UK VAT experience, gained within practice or an in-house tax team

• Strong technical VAT skills with a genuine interest in developing your expertise further

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to adapt to different audiences

• Commercially aware and client-focused, with the ability to build strong relationships

• A collaborative team player who can work effectively at all levels

• ATT / ACA / CA / CTA or equivalent tax qualification preferred, but not essential — relevant experience will be fully considered

• Tax Inspectors with full Technical Training or equivalent knowledge are also encouraged to apply

Benefits:

Extensive and varied benefits package alongside agile working and an opportunity to forge a long-term career with a leading accountancy practice.

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