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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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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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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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 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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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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Private Client Tax Assistant Manager

£DOE | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC930

The Firm:

A large accountancy firm with an established brand across the north east of England who work with the SME market are seeking to appoint a Private Client Tax Assistant Manager. You will join their successfully growing team, one that is outgoing, social and ambitious. Based in Newcastle city centre offering a nice mix of hybrid working, this is an opportunity with plenty of scope to progress, well suited to an individual focused on career progression.

The Role:

As Assistant Manager you will be tasked with supporting the Tax Manager with managing the compliance and tax advice process for a client allocation. This will entail supervision of tax members,  assisting with client work and dealing with technical and administrative issues.

You will be allocated a portfolio of more complex clients to prepare tax returns for alongside the review of others returns. Dealing with HMRC enquiries and drafting correspondence, preparing reports for clients, monitoring deadlines and budgets, and sharing your knowledge with team members will be part of your daily routine. There will be opportunities to assist Partners with their prospective fee quotes as you support business growth.

Experience Required:

To join the team as Assistant Tax Manager you will be ATT qualified as a minimum with a secure knowledge of private client and partnership tax compliance, with some planning exposure.

With good communication skills you will be confident drafting various correspondence to clients and HMRC, able to articulate on any technical issues, explaining tax matters in an understandable manner.

As you look to further your career your ability to foster long-term relationships will be important so good inter-personal skills are essential.

Benefits:

A competitive salary with bonus, private medical, 26 days holiday (with option to purchase additional), professional fees paid for, 35 hour week with hybrid working which offers a genuine balance between work and home. Unlimited opportunities for progression within a fast growing firm and a Partner group with strong technical tax knowledge to support your learning journey.

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Corporate Tax Assistant Manager

£Competitive | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC929

The Firm:

A top 20 accountancy firm with Newcastle city centre offices is looking to appoint a Corporate Tax Assistant Manager to join their tax compliance team. A firm driven by ambition, they have built recent success by providing strong expertise on a comprehensive range of services, including tax and accountancy, advisory and assurance and corporate finance. They have created a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration locally, enjoying success with new client wins whilst managing to create a healthy work life balance for all team members. They offer their staff great autonomy and hybrid working combined with fast-track career progression.

The Role:

Joining the tax compliance team as an Assistant Manager you will be responsible for the following:

• Compliance focused work ensuring procedures processes are followed taking account of institute and HMRC guidance.

• Esuring department billing and recovery targets are met

• Staff management and development including appraisals and monitoring staff performance.

• Training and mentoring junior staff.

• Give exceptional client service and be responsible for maintaining regular contact with client team

Experience required:

• Significant corporate tax experience gained within the professional services environment

• Demonstrable technical compliance skills

• Demonstrable experience of managing people

• Strong IT skills

• Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CA) and/or tax advisor (CTA) or international equivalent.

Benefits:

• Higher than average salary combined with a range of benefits (including additional holiday purchase scheme, private health, Life Insurance, enhanced & shared parental leave, subscriptions paid) and bonus.

• Progression to Manager and beyond is available for those who can demonstrate their ability.

• Great work life balance with both full and part-time hours available.

• A positive, friendly and vibrant team to be part of.

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Private Client Tax Manager

£45-60,000 DOE | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC946

The Firm:

This leading North East accountancy practice continues to go from strength to strength, with further growth planned over the next 12 months. Known for their long-standing reputation, impressive client base and strong professional brand, they combine the feel of a personable, close-knit team with the scale and ambition of a modern, forward-thinking firm.

You’ll find a sociable culture where people genuinely enjoy working together — with plenty of optional team activities, client events and internal initiatives to get involved in throughout the year. They operate on trust, flexibility and high standards, creating an environment where people can develop, progress and feel fully supported.

With continued expansion within their tax function, they are now seeking a Private Client Tax Manager to join their growing team.

The Role:

Working with an enviable portfolio that spans individuals, director/shareholders, partnerships, LLPs and trusts, this role offers a varied blend of compliance and advisory work. The firm prides itself on building long-term relationships, really getting to know clients so they can deliver thoughtful, tailored tax solutions.

You will take ownership of a diverse portfolio of personal tax returns, including HNWIs, reviewing work prepared by junior team members and offering coaching to support their development. You’ll be a trusted contact for clients, assisting with technical queries, HMRC enquiries and disclosures as required.

There will also be opportunities to contribute to a wide range of advisory projects — including capital taxes planning, pension planning, and overseas matters — as well as supporting colleagues with ad-hoc trust and estate work.

A key part of the role will involve helping to enhance the wider tax compliance service, identifying efficiencies, supporting process improvements and embracing new technologies.

Above all, you’ll play an important role in nurturing strong relationships across the firm’s client base, teams and professional network.

Experience Required:

We are looking for an experienced Private Client Tax Manager with at least 5 years’ tax experience, ideally CTA-qualified (ATT as a minimum). You’ll bring strong technical knowledge, excellent organisational skills and the confidence to manage multiple priorities while working to tight deadlines.

This is well suited to someone who enjoys variety, can remain calm under pressure, and brings a proactive, solutions-focused approach with a curious mind. Experience reviewing work and supporting junior staff is important, along with the willingness to research technical issues and take ownership of client queries.

Above all, you’ll bring energy, ambition and a genuine desire to progress your career within a supportive and highly regarded firm.

Benefits:

A competitive package is on offer, including:

• Clear opportunities for progression

• Professional study support where required

• Generous holiday allowance

• Flexible working

• A broad range of additional benefits such as Life Insurance, hybrid working, private medical insurance and more.

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Accounts Senior

£30-38,000 | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC908

The Firm:

We are looking for an experienced and confident Accounts Senior to join a relaxed, sociable, and modern accountancy firm based in Newcastle. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys autonomy in their work, values flexibility, and thrives in a supportive and friendly team environment.

You will be joining a well-established practice with a fresh approach. The team works closely with a loyal portfolio of SMEs, limited companies, and sole traders, delivering year-end accounts and general accounting services with a personal and practical touch.

The Role:

Preparing year-end statutory accounts for a varied client base

• Reviewing accounts prepared by junior staff

• Supporting the bookkeeping team and assisting with VAT returns

• Working mainly with Xero and cloud-based systems

• Collaborating with colleagues to provide a responsive and efficient serviceExperience Required:

We are looking for:

• You’ll be AAT qualified or qualified by experience, with a background in public practice

• Confident preparing and reviewing accounts for small businesses

• Comfortable supporting junior staff and reviewing their work where needed

• Familiarity with Xero (or similar cloud accounting software) is a strong advantage

• Organised, proactive, and capable of managing your own workload

Benefits:

A genuinely flexible hybrid working pattern (3 days office / 2 from home)

• Freeon-site parking and a relaxed office space

• A sociable and friendly team that values independence as well as collaboration

• A firm that offers great work-life balance and a down-to-earth, modern culture

• The chance to work with a loyal, local client base in a business that doesn’t take itself too seriously

If you're looking to join a firm where you can do great work, enjoy your day, and be part of a team that values trust and flexibility, we’d love to hear from you.

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Employment Tax Senior Manager / Manager

£DOE | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE, Leeds or Manchester  | BGC969

The Firm:

We are working with a well-established and highly respected independent firm of Accountants and Business Advisers, operating across the North of England and Scotland.

The firm provides a full range of professional services to a diverse client base and is widely recognised for the quality of its advice, strong client relationships and people-first culture.

Working across multiple offices, the firm places significant emphasis on collaboration, development and long-term careers. Their culture is built around clear core values and a genuine commitment to supporting both clients and colleagues to achieve sustainable success.

The Role:

With strong growth over the last few years they are seeking an experienced Employment Tax Senior Manager or Manager to join their business in a client-facing role.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of Employment Tax work within a progressive and ambitious firm, contributing to the delivery of complex, high-quality advisory services to both clients and internal stakeholders.

The role can be based from a number of offices across the North, with flexible and hybrid working options available.

You will provide advisory support across the full spectrum of Employment Tax matters, including HMRC enquiries, employment status and IR35, National Minimum Wage, Construction Industry Scheme, and wider projects in collaboration with the broader Tax team — such as due diligence, compliance frameworks, and governance reviews.

The Employment Tax team supports a diverse client base across a wide range of sectors, with a particular focus on entrepreneurial and owner-managed businesses, as well as larger corporate groups.

Day to day you will be responsible for:

• Acting as a senior point of contact for Employment Tax matters across a diverse client base

• Taking an active role in the ongoing development and direction of the Employment Tax offering, alongside the Partner group

• Leading advisory assignments and ensuring work is delivered to a consistently high technical and commercial standard

• Managing the end-to-end delivery of projects, including resourcing, timelines and commercial considerations

• Supporting the growth of the function through client development, referrals and internal collaboration

• Building trusted relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and externally

• Working with external advisers and authorities where required, including HMRC and legal specialists

Experience Required:

• CTA/CA/ACA/ACCA Qualified or equivalent

• Strong Employment Tax technical experience gained either In-house or from practice

• Excellent communication skills with both colleagues and clients

• Commercially aware and able to solve problems

• Able to coach and mentor junior members of the team, providing leadership and development

Benefits:

This is a senior leadership opportunity within a growing and ambitious firm, offering genuine scope to shape and develop a specialist service line.

You will gain exposure to a wide and interesting client base across multiple sectors, with the freedom to make the role your own and have real influence over how the Employment Tax function evolves.

The firm offers a high degree of flexibility, with hybrid working and the ability to work across multiple offices, supporting both autonomy and work-life balance.

For the right individual, there is a clear and realistic pathway to Partner, making this an ideal role for someone seeking long-term progression and a strategic position within the business.

In return, the firm provides a highly competitive salary and benefits package.

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Audit Partner

£Negotiable DOE | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC971

The Firm:

Our client is a large, highly regarded professional services firm with a strong national presence and an enviable client portfolio. Known for delivering high-quality audit and advisory services, the firm works with a broad range of businesses across multiple sectors and continues to strengthen its position as a market leader.

As part of its ongoing growth strategy, the firm is now looking to appoint an Audit Partner to play a key role in developing its presence across the North East. This is a strategic appointment, offering the opportunity to join an established leadership team while contributing to the next phase of the firm’s regional expansion.

The Role:

This is a market-facing leadership position suited to a commercially minded individual who enjoys building relationships and developing new opportunities.

You will work closely with the existing Partner group to drive growth across the audit service line, strengthening client relationships while identifying and securing new work. Alongside managing key client engagements, you will be highly visible in the local marketplace, developing your network and representing the firm across the business community.

The role will involve:

• Leading and developing a portfolio of audit clients across a variety of sectors

• Driving new business activity and supporting the continued growth of the firm in the region

• Acting as a trusted adviser to business owners and senior leadership teams

• Contributing to the development of the wider audit team and supporting future leaders

• Working closely with fellow Partners to shape the strategic direction of the service line

This is a forward-facing role that requires a confident communicator who is comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and representing the firm externally.

Experience Required:

The firm is keen to speak with individuals who have a strong reputation within the regional marketplace and a proven track record of developing client relationships and winning work.

Typically, candidates will demonstrate:

• A professional qualification (ACA or equivalent) / RI

• Significant experience within audit leadership roles, most likely gained within a large regional, mid-tier or national firm

• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to identify growth opportunities

• A confident and engaging style, with the presence to lead client conversations and represent the firm in the market

• The ability to build trusted relationships with entrepreneurial business owners as well as larger organisations

The firm would also consider an existing Audit Partner who brings an established client following and is looking for a new platform to further develop their portfolio.

Benefits:

This is a high-profile role offering genuine influence and the chance to shape the firm’s future growth in the region. It will suit an ambitious individual who enjoys building relationships, winning work and playing a visible role in the local business community.

A highly competitive remuneration package is available, aligned to the seniority and strategic importance of the appointment.

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Indirect Tax Senior Manager

£Negotiable DOE | Full-time | Permanent
NEWcaSTLE | BGC2396IT

The Firm:

This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the UK’s most ambitious and fastest-growing professional services firms in a senior leadership role within their VAT team. Known for their deep technical expertise and long-standing reputation, the firm partners with a diverse portfolio of clients — from dynamic owner-managed businesses to multinational organisations — providing practical, forward-thinking tax solutions.

As part of their continued growth, they are looking for an accomplished VAT specialist to take ownership of high-profile projects, help lead a talented team, and act as a trusted advisor to clients on a wide range of complex and high-value matters.

The Role:

• Lead the delivery of VAT services across a varied client base, ensuring technical excellence and commercial insight.

• Manage and mentor a dedicated team of VAT professionals, developing their expertise and supporting their career progression.

• Advise on domestic and international VAT matters, providing strategic guidance to minimise risk and optimise tax efficiency.

• Oversee complex VAT compliance and advisory assignments, from initial scoping to delivery.

• Keep clients and colleagues informed of legislative changes, translating technical updates into clear, actionable advice.

• Collaborate with other departments to offer joined-up, value-added solutions.

• Contribute to business development by building relationships, identifying opportunities, and supporting proposals.

• Champion process improvements to ensure efficient, consistent, and high-quality service delivery.

Experience Required:

• Professionally qualified (CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with extensive experience in VAT consultancy and compliance.

• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop a team.

• Strong track record of advising on complex VAT issues for a broad range of clients, ideally including international operations.

• Commercially minded with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Confident communicator with the ability to present technical matters clearly to both clients and colleagues.

• Adept at managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

You will be joining a modern, forward-thinking firm that offers genuine career progression, flexible hybrid working, and a highly competitive benefits package, including private medical cover, enhanced holiday allowance, and a strong pension scheme.

This role will suit a senior VAT professional seeking the next step in their career, with the chance to make a significant impact at both a team and firm-wide level.

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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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