Role: Corporate Finance & Forensic Accounts Executive
Location: Buckinghamshire
Salary: £43,000 - £49,000

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a well-established medium sized regional Practice firm based in Buckinghamshire who are looking for a Corporate Finance & Forensic Accounts Executive. 

Main Duties:

• Support the Corporate & Forensic Services Partner in transactions such as acquisitions, disposals, corporate restructurings, due diligence, valuations, fund raising and other ad hoc projects.
• Preparation of forensic accounting reports including but not limited to loss quantification, business valuation and matrimonial disputes.
• Preparation of corporate finance bid/proposal documents and related documentation: research relevant information and prepare documents for Partner review.
• Build good rapport with the clients, with a clear understanding of client expectations.
• Work effectively with members of the team and client staff.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures.
• Agreement of assignment budgets with the Partner as work commences, regular monitoring of progress against budget and feedback to the Partner.

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent

• Ability to understand key client and business issues, to analyse and interpret financial data, understand complex business models and produce meaningful and concise reports
• Analytical and logical skills
• Technical competence and experience: attention to detail in technical matters a prerequisite
• Good communication skills (both in writing and orally)
• Technically up to date with awareness of relevant regulatory frameworks
• Organised and able to manage own time and deadlines
• Good IT skills
• Ability to cope with pressure on projects sometimes requiring work beyond usual hours
• Flexible/adaptable/committed attitude

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Quinton Davies will not discriminate on unlawful grounds. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity

Role: Trainee Tax Associate
Location: Buckinghamshire

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a well-established medium sized regional Practice firm based in Buckinghamshire who are looking for a Trainee Tax Associate due to the continued growth. 

In this role you will work with a dynamic and successful team to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of personal tax but also other tax compliance services such as p11d forms.



Main Duties:
 

• Complete standard income tax returns.
• Complete other compliance services such as the preparation of P11ds.
• Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues and HM Revenue & Customs.
• To regularly update appropriate tax spreadsheets / databases.
• Ability to complete all work within the allocated time scales.
• Complete time sheets accurately and on a timely basis.
• To attend selected organised Tax updates held internally by the firm for CPD.

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• Effective use of Microsoft packages including Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Inquisitive and always looking to improve knowledge and understanding.
• Able to communicate effectively face to face and over the phone with clients and 3rd parties.
• Analytical and the ability to learn within a new environment.
• Takes responsibility for work tasks and quality, managing own workload and deadlines under supervision.
• Shows enthusiasm and commitment to undertaking tasks as required through to completion.
• Working to deadlines while maintaining workload by prioritising and ability to multitask.

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• Assist in providing a bookkeeping service on a variety of systems, to include bank reconciliations and the maintenance of purchase and sales ledgers.
• Provide guidance and assistance to the firm’s clients with regards to the “Making Tax Digital” initiative.
• Assist in preparing VAT returns and supporting documents.
• Processing payroll

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• At least 2/3 years’ experience working in Practice in a similar position
• AAT qualified or QBE
• Well versed with Microsoft applications such as word, outlook, excel etc
• Proficient in using software such as Xero, Quickbooks or FreeAgent would be very desirable

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Role: Payroll Administrator (part or full-time candidates considered)
Salary: £18,000 - £24,000
Location: Taunton

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a large regional practice firm based in the South West who are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join their busy and successful Taunton team.

Main Duties and responsibilities:

• Acting as the key point of contact for a defined allocation of payrolls and managing that allocation effectively.
• Monitor and manage multiple deadlines in relation to own allocation.
• Maintain knowledge of Auto-Enrolment pension legislation and familiarity with various pension provider portals.
• Process CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) information and perform verification checks.
• Create bank files and process Sage/Modulr Salary & Supplier Payments.
• Liaise with HMRC in relation to client payrolls as required.
• Respond to client queries promptly, including research and preparation of technical responses to client queries for the management team.
• Complete ownership of your own time and work with effective reporting and communication with your managers.
• Support and develop junior members of the team.

Experience and Skills required:

• Good personal motivation, organisational skills, and the ability to manage your own workload.
• Flexibility and approachability under pressure.
• You must be proactive, tenacious, and always show initiative.
• Good attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• The ability to communicate confidently, clearly, and effectively at all levels including ensuring the partner is aware of any client issues.

Quinton Davies will not discriminate on unlawful grounds. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

Role: Corporate Manager
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000
Location: Plymouth (Hybrid working options available)

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a large regional practice firm based in the South West who are looking for a Corporate Manager to join the Plymouth team.


This exciting new position has been created through genuine growth in the region. The Partner responsible for leading this specialism is looking for an aspiring Senior or established Senior to come in and help drive the business development side of things forward alongside them.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant who prefers client engagement/advisory work and wants to develop that aspect of their experience over the more technical, spreadsheet focused side of things.

The role will only entail approximately 20% Audit work with the rest being made up by the other facets listed below.

Main Duties and responsibilities:

• Networking with the business communities (legal and banking) in which the firms offices and clients are based
• Building and maintaining client relationships
• Completion of Tenders
• Responsible for effective planning, delivery and overall management of audit engagements for a portfolio of the firm’s clients under the direction of the Corporate Partner
• Monitoring performance of audit delivery against agreed KPIs and reporting on this, including the provision of potential solutions to issues
• Managing the preparation of financial statements
• Understanding technical matters and presenting them in a logical and practical way to both internal and external parties
• Managing and developing junior members of the team
• Carrying out technical research and providing advice for clients and for other members of the firm
• Work on clients across the region, as and when required

Experience and Qualifications required:

• Outgoing and socially confident
• Resilient, able to multi-task and work independently
• Evaluative, professional and team orientated in approach
• ACA or ACCA qualified with a good level of post qualification experience
• Experience of leading, coaching and supervising junior members of staff
• Good level of knowledge of UK Financial Reporting Standards and International Auditing Standards
• Experience of Caseware software would be an advantage

Quinton Davies will not discriminate on unlawful grounds. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

Role: Payroll Officer
Salary: £18,000 - £24,000
Location: Cardiff

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of an established practice based in Cardiff who are looking for a Payroll Officer.

Main Duties and responsibilities:

Processing, ownership and completion of regular client payrolls (weekly, fortnightly or monthly) across a range of sectors; including setting up starters and leavers, other payroll data including processing adjustments to salaries and employee data.
Reconciliation of HMRC account and liaising with HMRC on behalf of the clients.
Resolution of day-to-day queries and liaising with the clients to request information for payoll processing.

Experience and Qualifications required:

Communicates effectively at all levels with colleagues and clients.
Technically up to date, including statutory payroll requirement (SSP/ SMP/ SPP/ PAYE & NIC).
Payroll experience within bureau or accountancy firm.
Able to organise and manage time efficiently and effectively.
Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure.


Quinton Davies will not discriminate on unlawful grounds. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

Experience and Qualifications required:

What’s on offer?

• Flexible working
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme
• Paid car parking – All employees are entitled to claim car parking expenses for parking charges.
• Flexible working – core working hours policy, offering a working environment to fit in with your lifestyle.

 
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Role: Accounts Semi-Senior
Salary: £18,000 - £22,000
Location: Devon
 
Overview:
Quinton Davies are working on behalf of a well renowned practice based in Newton Abbot who are looking to strengthen their accounts team with the addition of an Accounts Semi-Senior.
 
Main Duties and responsibilities:
-Preparation of LTD company, Partnership and Sole Trade accounts
-Prepare corporation tax computations and CT600's
-Occasional assistance with audit engagements

 
Experience & Qualifications required:
-AAT qualified or equivalent
-Minimum of 2 years' experience working within Accountancy Practices
-Exposure to modern accountancy software such as quickbooks & Xero would be advantageous but training can be provided

 
What’s on offer?
-Annual salary reviews
-Fully funded study support
-Lifestyle benefits package (including cycle to work, subsidised gym and fitness centre)
-A social and professional network including local and firm-wide events
-Pleasant working environment

 
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Role: Accounts Semi Senior / Senior / Manager
Salary: £28,000 - £40,000
Location: West Midlands

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a well-established practice firm based in the West Midlands who are looking for candidates at Accounts Semi Senior, Senior and Manager level.

If you are part, nearly or fully ACCA qualified then one of these roles could be for you!!

Main Duties:
• To produce to a high-level client work to include, completion of statutory accounts, consolidated accounts, management accounts, tax computation, VAT returns, payroll and general advice to the client in respect of UK Companies and Partnerships.
• To provide technical assistance to members of staff in the accounting services department.
• To assist the Directors in the monitoring of outstanding client work and to ensure work is completed by the accounting services team in a timely manner.
• To assist in the identification and implementation of improved working processes.
• To ensure the work processes are documented and kept up to date to quality assurance levels.
• To assist in the design and implementation of new or improved accounting systems for a range of clients to include internal training of client staff in the use of such systems

Experience / Qualifications Required:
• At least 2-5 years’ experience in practice
• Accountancy packages such as Xero, Quickbooks, IRIS, SAPA and Sage Line 50
• VAT technical experience
• CIS technical experience


Thanks for considering an application. We do receive a high volume of applicants and as such we aren't unfortunately always able to respond to unsuccessful applicants. As such, if we haven't responded to your application on this occasion then your application has not been successful

Quinton Davies will not discriminate on unlawful grounds. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

Role: Accounts and Payroll Supervisor
Salary: £27,000 - £32,000
Location: Bristol

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a well-established practice firm based in central Bristol who are looking for an Accounts and Payroll Supervisor.

Main Duties:

• Assist in the preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies and there will be opportunities to prepare tax computations from time to time.
• Bookkeeping for clients and preparing and submitting VAT Returns via Quickbooks and proprietary software.
• Preparation of monthly payrolls.
• Assisting clients with adoption of new accounting software and providing assistance where necessary.
• Assisting with the General Administration of the practice

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• AAT qualified and/or ACA/ACCA part qualified
• At least 2 years’ experience in practice
• Accountancy packages such as Xero, Quickbooks, IRIS, SAPA and Sage Line 50
• VAT technical experience

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Role: Trainee Accountant
Salary: £20,000 - £25,000 (study support for ACA is on offer)
Location: Torbay

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a small and friendly practice firm based in Torbay who are looking for a Trainee Accountant due to continued growth.

Main Duties:

• Statutory accounts and tax preparation, management accounting and VAT, along with providing business advisory services and ensuring clients expectations are always met and exceeded.

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• AAT Qualified or equivalent
• Accountancy packages such as Xero, Quickbooks, IRIS, SAPA and Sage Line 50 would be desirable
• Ability to form and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders
• Ability to manage own workload and prioritise specific tasks as and when needed
• Competently dealing with HMRC, Companies House and other bodies

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Role: Senior Accountant
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000
Location: London

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a well-established practice firm based in central London who are looking for a Senior Accountant.

Main Duties:

• Record day to day financial transactions. This may include but not be limited to raising (or recording) sales invoices, recording purchase invoices and posting bank payments and receipts.
• Ensure that transactions are recorded accurately and postings are reviewed in the general ledger.
• Able to keep client records up to date on a timely basis. This would vary client to client and their own individual requirements.
• Ensure bank reconciliations are performed which include current accounts as well as any petty cash and credit card accounts.
• Be able to analyse debtor and creditor reports. Request missing information from clients and advise them of any overpayments they have made.
• Be able to process invoices and make payments on the client’s behalf. Ensuring that invoices haven’t been provided previously to reduce risk of overpayments. Limit the risk of paying the wrong beneficiary by checking any bank templates against invoices received.
• Agree timelines with clients in respect of when to receive information to completed bookkeeping and VAT returns. To be able to meet expected deadline for deliverables and able to deliver the VAT return in advance of the deadlines.

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• AAT qualified or equivalent
• At least 3 years’ experience working in an accountancy practice
• Accountancy packages such as Xero, Quickbooks, IRIS, SAPA and Sage Line 50

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Quinton Davies will not discriminate on unlawful grounds. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

 

Role: Accounts and Audit Semi-Senior / Senior
Salary: £35,000 - £50,000
Location: Buckinghamshire

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a well-established practice firm based in Buckinghamshire who are looking for an Accounts and Audit Semi-Senior / Senior.

Main Duties:

• Timely and efficient completion of tasks assigned, in line with firm operating procedures and processes, increasing to whole accounts/audit/tax/other projects with increasing independence as experience allows
• Devoting sufficient time to professional studies in order to meet all study objectives set by tutors or the Line Manager and to achieve the best possible exam results.
• Attending technical courses, undertaking technical reading to ensure own technical competence, awareness of internal procedures and communications.
• Agreement of budget with manager as job commences, regular monitoring of progress against budget and feedback to supervisors.
• Regular, proactive communication with managers, Principals and other colleagues to update on progress with assigned work.
• Facilitating teamwork and spirit within the team

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• ACA/ACCA part of fully Qualified
• At least 3 years’ experience in practice
• Accountancy packages such as Xero, Quickbooks, IRIS, SAPA and Sage Line 50
• Technically up to date with awareness of relevant regulatory frameworks appropriate to level of experience/qualification
• An excellent attention to detail
• Professional and ethical skills, displaying integrity
• Good communication skills with a flexible, adaptable and committed attitude and an ability to work within a team
• Robust IT skills

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Role: Senior Management Accountant
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
Location: Buckinghamshire

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a well-established practice firm based in Buckinghamshire who are looking for a Senior Management Accountant.

Main Duties:

• Collating client’s accounting records.
• Posting client’s accounting transactions into accounting software.
• Reviewing transactions to confirm their VAT treatment.
• Preparing VAT returns and related workings.
• Preparing management accounts and financial statements working papers to evidence accurate financial results.
• Making appropriate accounting adjustments for the purposes of management accounts and financial statements.
• Preparing financial statements under Financial Reporting Standards and UK GAAP.
• Preparing and reviewing corporation tax returns and entries.
• Provide technical support to clients when required

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• AAT Qualified
• At least 2 years’ experience in practice
• Accountancy packages such as Xero, Quickbooks, IRIS, SAPA and Sage Line 50
• VAT technical experience

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Role: Accounts Semi-Senior
Salary: £20,000 - £30,000
Location: Herefordshire

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a well-established practice firm based in Herefordshire who are looking for an Accounts Semi-Senior.

The firm had a significant overall several years ago and the investment and new ideas that change brought in has led to offices that are bright and modern and the approach to the work undertaken is dynamic and continually evolving.

Main Duties:
• Preparing accounts (sole traders, partnerships & limited companies) with information provided by the client, to a high standard ready for review by an accounts manager.
• Preparing personal tax returns and corporation tax returns.
• Giving assistance and training to junior members of the team.
• Engaging with clients book keeping, to ensure high quality accounting records and reporting throughout the year.
• This is not an exhaustive list of your duties, and you may be required to carry out other duties and tasks, which may be required for the efficient operation of the business.

Experience / Qualifications Required:
• Qualified by experience or part qualified (ACA/ACCA) or AAT part qualified/qualified.
• Relevant experience within a similar role in an accountancy practice.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to self-manage or work as part of a team.
• Good knowledge of bookkeeping software (XERO, Sage, Quickbooks)
• Working knowledge of accounts and tax production software.
• Strong MS office skills, particularly Excel.

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Quinton Davies will not discriminate on unlawful grounds. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

Role: Senior Accountant
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000
Location: Bristol

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of an established and growing practice firm based in Bristol who are looking for a Senior Accountant.

Main Duties:
• Preparation of statutory accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships, consolidated accounts, management accounts, tax computations, VAT returns, payroll and general advice to clients.
• To provide technical assistance to junior members of staff.
• To keep up to date with any changes in accounting regulations and ensure clients are made aware of the impact of these.
• To assist senior staff members in the monitoring of outstanding client work and to ensure work is completed by the accounting services team in a timely manner.
• To assist in the identification and implementation of improved working processes.
• To ensure the work processes are documented and kept up to date to quality assurance levels.
• To assist in the design and implementation of new or improved accounting systems for a range of clients to include internal training of client staff in the use of such systems

Experience / Qualifications Required:
• AAT/ACA/ACCA qualified
• At least 3 years’ experience in practice
• Accountancy packages such as Xero, Quickbooks, IRIS, SAPA and Sage Line 50

Thanks for considering an application. We do receive a high volume of applicants and as such we aren't unfortunately always able to respond to unsuccessful applicants. As such, if we haven't responded to your application on this occasion then your application has not been successful

Quinton Davies will not discriminate on unlawful grounds. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

Role: Accounts Technician (Hybrid / Flexible Working)
Salary: £18,500 - £25,000
Location: Torbay

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a well-established accountancy practice who has multiple offices across the Southwest. My client is seeking an Accounts Technician to join their friendly and collaborative team in Torbay.

Main Duties:

• Preparing financial statements for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders up to the audit threshold
• Preparation of personal and corporate tax computations and returns
• Providing bookkeeping and management accounting services
• Filing Companies House and HM Revenue & Customs documents on client’s behalf
• Ensuring that accounting records for clients are maintained and kept up to date
• Dealing with the preparation and completion of quarterly VAT returns
• Comply with internal policies and procedures, ethical standards and regulatory requirements
• General admin duties to provide support to Partner, managers and the office

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• Experience of working in a practice-based environment.
• AAT qualified or qualified by experience.
• Previous experience in accounts preparation for limited companies and unincorporated businesses.
• Good working knowledge of general IT Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Social Media programmes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven accuracy and an eye for detail
• Ability to present information effectively and concisely in emails and documents
• Good general education, including English and Maths at GCSE Grade C or equivalent

What’s on offer:

• 36.25 hours / 5 days per week

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to 25 days plus bank holidays after 5 years’ service
• Death in service 3 x annual salary
• Buy and sell holiday
• Introducing clients and staff commission schemes
• Pension 3% rising to 4% after 4 years’ service

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Role: Trainee Accountant
Salary: £20,000 - £24,000
Location: Bristol

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a modern and successful accountancy practice based in North East Bristol who are looking for a Trainee Accountant due to unprecedented levels of growth.

My client is looking for an ambitious candidate who is eager to learn and progress their career in a very collaborative environment. You’ll have the support of the directors and other senior members of the team so there will be no shortage of guidance to help you navigate through further studies and professional milestones.

Main Duties:

• Preparation of statutory accounts for Sole Traders, Partnerships and Limited Companies
• Aiding the tax department with Personal Tax and Corporation Tax work as and when needed
• Preparation of VAT returns

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• AAT qualified with a minimum of one years’ experience working in an accountancy practice
• Accountancy packages such as Xero, Quickbooks, IRIS, SAPA and Sage Line 50 would be desirable
• VAT technical experience

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Role: Accounts Senior Manager
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000
Location: Bath

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a regional practice firm based in central Bath who are looking for an Accounts Senior Manager to join their well-established team.

The ideal candidate will currently be working as a Senior Accountant / Portfolio Manager at a small / medium sized practice. You will be looking for a client-facing role working with an exciting client base and great opportunities for progression.

Joining as an Accounts Senior Manager, you’ll be shadowing the Partners and getting exposure to senior stakeholders and their businesses from the off. This will hugely help when the time comes to transition into a partner at the firm which is a genuine possibility for those wishing to progress in that way.

Joining as a Senior Manager you will be responsible for a variety of duties including:
• Acting as the first point of contact for a diverse portfolio of clients
• Preparing / reviewing statutory accounts for sole traders, limited companies and partnerships
• Assisting clients with cash flow and budgeting
• Completing / reviewing VAT Returns
• Preparing Tax Returns
• Assisting clients with day-to-day queries
• Ad hoc project work
• Supervising junior members of the accounts team and delegating work

Experience / Qualifications Required:
• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA)
• At least 5 years’ experience in practice
• Accountancy packages such as Xero, Quickbooks, IRIS, SAPA and Sage Line 50


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Role: Client Portfolio Manager
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
Location: Exeter

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a well-established, modern and forward-thinking accountancy practice based in central Exeter who are looking for a Client Portfolio Manager.

Ideally my client would like somebody to join who can hit the ground running and is coming from a similar role in another firm however, they will consider experienced and or qualified Seniors who would like to step up into a more managerial role.

Main Duties:
• Manage a varied portfolio of around 250 clients across a range of industries.
• Your responsibilities will be across primarily Accounts Preparation, Tax assignments and a very small amount of Audit.
• Organising and planning the workload across the team.
• Working with the Directors; setting budgets, negotiating fees and monitoring the billings.
• Supervise, support and mentor trainee members of the team.
• You will play an active role in developing and growing your own portfolio.

Experience / Qualifications Required:
• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA) with minimum of 2 years PQE
• At least 5 years’ experience in practice
• Accountancy packages such as Xero, Quickbooks, IRIS, SAPA and Sage Line 50
• VAT technical experience

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Role: Accounts Senior
Salary: £36,000 - £40,000
Location: Bournemouth

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a well-established practice firm who are looking for a qualified Accounts Senior for their Bournemouth office.

You will be responsible for a broad range of clients, including partnerships, trusts, sole trader and companies covering various trading activities. The role is offered on a hybrid basis, however flexibility is required to carry out work or attend meetings at client premises, if necessary.

Main Duties:

• Preparation and review of management and financial accounts
• Maintenance of client accounting records
• Assisting managers with looking after a large portfolio of accounts and bookkeeping clients including direct client contact, resolving adhoc client queries
• Training and support to others in the office

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA)
• At least 5 years’ experience in practice
• Accountancy packages such as Xero, Quickbooks, IRIS, SAPA and Sage Line 50
• VAT technical experience
• CIS technical experience
   

What’s on offer:

• A 35-hour working week with flexibility around the core hours of 10am-4pm
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu (pre-approved and only where required).
• Working from home allowance.
• Twenty-three days annual leave with an additional day added after each year’s service.
• In addition, under the flexible benefits programme, you’ll be entitled to buy or sell up to five days (35 hours) holiday a year.
• Life assurance cover of four times salary.
• Contributory pension scheme (The firm will contribute 4% of salary on a matched basis with employee from their date of joining).

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Role: Accounts Senior
Salary: £22,000 - £24,000
Location: Winchester

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a well-established practice firm based in Winchester who are looking for a driven and ambitious Accounts Senior.

Experience / knowledge required:

• Microsoft Office programs and Outlook
• Minimum of a year’s experience in Accounts preparation for sole traders and limited companies
• Experience with Xero and Sage
• Customer service skills
   

About you:

• AAT qualified and studying towards ACCA or ACA
• Confident and ambitious
• Keen to progress and willing to learn
• Looking to develop their career in accounts
• Have a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Enjoy working in a dynamic and fast paced environment
• Be a strong communicator
• Well organised
• A team player

What’s in it for you:

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Study support
• Death in service cover
• Private medical cover
• Duvet days
• Flexible working
• Company social events
• Childcare Voucher Scheme
• Free Financial advice (pensions, mortgages, investments etc)

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Role: Senior Accountant
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
Location: Bristol

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a well-established practice firm based in central Bristol who are looking for a Senior Accountant.

Main Duties:

• To produce to a high-level client work to include, completion of statutory accounts, consolidated accounts, management accounts, tax computation, VAT returns, payroll and general advice to the client in respect of UK Companies and Partnerships.
• To provide technical assistance to members of staff in the accounting services department.
• To keep up to date with any changes in accounting regulations and ensure clients are made aware of the impact of these.
• To assist the Directors in the monitoring of outstanding client work and to ensure work is completed by the accounting services team in a timely manner.
• To assist in the identification and implementation of improved working processes.
• To ensure the work processes are documented and kept up to date to quality assurance levels.
• To assist in the design and implementation of new or improved accounting systems for a range of clients to include internal training of client staff in the use of such systems
• To prepare and present client management accounts
• To prepare and present budgets, forecasts and cashflows as required
• Networking and Business development work including creating new client and business contacts for the SME department in order to establish strong business links and channels to access new business

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA) with minimum of 2 years PQE
• At least 5 years’ experience in practice
• Accountancy packages such as Xero, Quickbooks, IRIS, SAPA and Sage Line 50
• VAT technical experience
• CIS technical experience

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Role: Corporate Finance Manager
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000
Location: Exeter

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a well-established large regional practice firm based in the South West who are looking for a Corporate Finance Manager to join their Exeter team.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Corporate Finance Partner delivering on a wide range of project work across all areas of Corporate Finance – Exit planning, M & A lead advisory, financial modelling transaction support and due diligence.


Main Duties:

• Supporting and project managing all elements of corporate transactions – Business/company sales and acquisitions, Management buyouts / buy ins, Mergers and demergers.
• Fundraising (debt and equity) – including producing business plans and modelling financial forecasts.
• Strategic advice including exit planning and growth plans.
• Supporting the firm’s growth plan by networking, building relationships, retaining and growing clients.
• Project management is a key part of the role and you will have constant liaison with clients, other specialist internal departments in the firm such as Tax, VAT, Audit and Accounting and third parties including lawyers and funders.

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Analytical, methodical and numerical
• A positive attitude, friendly and personable
• Takes the initiative, ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Professional and team orientated in approach
• Good working knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven accuracy and an eye for detail
• Ability to learn new IT skills quickly
   

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Role: Business Services Manager
Salary: c.£40,000
Location: Newport

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a well-established large regional practice firm based in Newport who are looking for a Business Services Manager.

Main Duties:

• Managing a portfolio of clients (numbers depending on experience)
• Review of c80 Limited Company Financial Statements per year
• Preparing management accounts for clients
• Maintaining and developing technical ability by attending webinars, keeping abreast of technical
  developments (the Audit and Compliance Partner will take ultimate responsibility and is the go-to person for technical queries)
• Oversee work-planning of portfolio
• Provide timely and constructive feedback on jobs performed
• Suggesting and agreeing fees with clients
• Be approachable to members of the team
• Maintain objectivity, professionalism and independence in client relationship
  Discuss difficult/contentious matters with clients (but always with Partner back up and support) support less experienced members of the team as required
• Ability to be well organised, in own work and with the workflow of the portfolio
• Participate, as a minimum, in internally held Business Development events
   

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA) with minimum of 2 years PQE
• At least 5 years’ experience in practice
• Accountancy package such as IRIS, SAPA, Sage Line 50
• Communication, i.e. speaking to clients and colleagues
• Enthusiasm coupled with drive and determination
• Ability to perform well working in a team environment
• Ability to perform well as an individual
• Competent in setting own deadlines and meeting organisation deadlines
   

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• AAT qualified or equivalent
• At least 2 years’ Bookkeeping experience working within Practice
• Proficient with modern software packages such as Xero or Quickbooks is desirable
• Able to organise and manage time efficiently and effectively
• Aware of relevant financial targets and constraints and contributes to achieving these, keeping manager informed of progress and potential problems including actual vs budget

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Role: Audit Director
Location: Bristol

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a large regional practice firm based in Bristol who are looking for an ambitious and driven Audit Director.

If you have a genuine passion about working with local businesses in the SW and are already operating in this space, then there are some truly exciting developments with new clients coming on board all the time to get stuck into.

My client is looking for somebody who wants to take a leading role in the development and growth of the practice – you can have real input into the strategic direction of the audit team which gives you a real chance to put your stamp on things both short and long term.

Main Duties

• Working with the Senior Management Team to successfully deliver a broad range of audit engagements
• Developing the existing audit team, mentoring Managers/Senior Managers so that they can reach their potential and push on through the ranks
• Business Development – play a leading role in the winning of new work
• Working with Senior Management, you’ll continue the expansion and development the firmwide audit function
• Building relationships and managing client expectations

Experience Required:

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with experience of experience of managing a diverse portfolio of audit clients across sectors
• An RI or alternatively will be looking to quickly obtain RI status
• An excellent communicator that enables you to build rapport with people at all levels
• A great people manager who enjoys developing and coaching their team
• A strong business developer who is keen to build contacts and network within the wider Bristol business community
   

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Role: Accounts Senior / Junior Client Manager
Salary: £28,000 - £35,000
Location: Exeter

Overview:
Quinton Davies are working on behalf of a rapidly growing independent accountancy practice firm based in Exeter who are looking for an Accounts Senior or Junior Client Manager to join their friendly and successful team.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Joining a busy and successful team as an Accounts Senior / Junior Client Manager you will take on responsibility for the delivery and management of wide-ranging services to a mixed client base of OMBs, SMEs and corporate clients, along with some smaller clients.

There is opportunity to mould this to a good degree around the motivations and preferences of the right candidate, focused entirely working on clients under the audit threshold in turnover, with clients into the millions overseeing the delivery of accounts, corporation tax and other wider ranging services.

Whilst you will have a hands-on role, there will be scope to progress into a managerial level capacity, developing client relationships with involvement in wider planning and advisory project work, working alongside partners on delivery. You will also look to mentor and assist in the development of junior staff, reviewing work and acting as a key support taking a lead in the development and progression of the team. There will be a clear development, appraisal and progression path on offer.

Experience / Qualifications Required:
AAT / ACA / ACCA part or fully qualified with 2 years or more experience in practice.

Background within accountancy practice at an Accounts Semi-Senior / Senior level, with a demonstrable career preparing and overseeing the delivery of general accountancy practice services to a mixed client base of corporate, OMB / SME limited companies, partnerships and sole traders across a wide range of industry sectors.

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Role: Audit Partner
Location: West Midlands

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a Top 50 practice firm based in the West Midlands who are looking for a strategically minded and ambitious Audit Partner.

Main Duties:

• Leading the West Midlands audit team to successfully deliver a broad range of Corporate, NFP, and Charity audit engagements
• Developing the audit team – this will include recruiting team members and mentoring the Managers/Senior Managers so that they can reach their potential
• Working with the Partner team on the West Midlands office strategic growth plans
• Liaising with the Head of Audit and other Audit Partners to formulate and deliver our firmwide audit strategy

Experience Required:

• Ideally you’ll be an RI with experience of controlling a diverse portfolio of audit clients across sectors
• A strong business developer who is keen to develop and build contacts and their network within the West Midlands business community
• A strong People Manager who enjoys building and developing a team
• An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills who can influence at all levels

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Role: Accounts Senior
Salary: £26,000-32,000
Location: Plymouth

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a well-established independent practice firm based in Plymouth who are looking for an Accounts Senior.

Main Duties:

• Preparing accounts to final stage for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships.
• Management accounting using Xero cloud accounting systems.
• Other areas of work within the practice such as tax, payroll and company secretarial may be available depending on requirements.

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• AAT qualified or equivalent
• At least 2 years’ experience working within Practice
• Proficient with modern software packages such as Xero or Quickbooks is desirable
• Able to organise and manage time efficiently and effectively
• Aware of relevant financial targets and constraints and contributes to achieving these, keeping manager informed of progress and potential problems including actual vs budget

What is on offer:

• A results-based bonus scheme
• Continued Professional Development through internal technical updates and external courses
• Extra holiday office shut down between Christmas and New Year
• Finishing time of 1.30 pm on Fridays
• An informal environment with an emphasis on giving clients the best

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Role: Bookkeeper
Salary: £25-30,000
Location: Bath

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a well-established independent practice firm based just outside Bath who are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper.

As the successful candidate you will enjoy variety in your work, as every day will be different. Above all, the firm genuinely care about their staff and are very dedicated to supporting everyone to continually improve and help drive the business forward.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Bookkeeping for a range of clients primarily using Quickbooks but with some work on other well-known accounting systems such as Xero & SAGE.
• Preparing, reviewing, and submitting VAT returns and CIS returns.
• Preparing management accounts to draft stage for review by a Client Manager.
• Liaising with clients and managing relationships.

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• QBE or AAT qualified (or equivalent)
• Have worked in a similar position previously with a minimum of 2 years’ experience.
• Be comfortable working in a fast-paced deadline driven environment.
• Always ensure you maintain an excellent level of attention to detail.
• Have a can-do attitude with a continuous drive for improvement.

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Role: Accountant
Salary: £20,000 - £24,000
Location: Newport

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a Top 50 practice firm based in Newport who are looking for an Accountant due to continued growth.

My client is a practice that offer a friendly and professional service to all their clients. They take pride in their working environment which is relaxed and supportive.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparation and completion of Limited Company accounts
• Preparation of management accounts
• Preparation of VAT Returns under different VAT schemes
• Dealing with ad hoc queries raised by clients
• Ability to reconcile all control accounts
• Understanding of Companies Act disclosures for Financial Statements

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• AAT qualified and/or ACCA part qualified (or equivalent)
• At least 2 years’ experience in an accountancy organisation/industry preparing non audit company accounts
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
• Experience with Xero, Sage Line 50 and other products
• Strong communication skills, both internally and directly with clients.
• Ability to perform well working in a team as well as individually
• Self-manage work loads
• Competent meeting organisation deadlines

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Role: Bookkeeper
Salary: £19,000 - £22,000
Location: Plymouth

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a medium sized independent practice firm based in Plymouth who are looking for a Bookkeeper.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Bookkeeping for a range of clients primarily using Xero but with some work on other well-known accounting systems.
• Preparing, reviewing, and submitting VAT returns and CIS returns.
• Preparing management accounts to draft stage for review by a Client Manager.
• Liaising with clients and managing relationships.

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• QBE or AAT qualified (or equivalent)
• Have worked in a similar position previously with a minimum of 2 years’ experience.
• Be comfortable working in a fast-paced deadline driven environment.
• Always ensure you maintain an excellent level of attention to detail.
• Have a can-do attitude with a continuous drive for improvement.

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Role: Business Services Assistant Manager
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
Location: Reading

Overview:
Quinton Davies is working on behalf of a Top 50 practice firm who are looking for a Business Services Assistant Manager in their Reading office.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in development of best practice and consistent process for set up of appropriate cloud based bookkeeping and advisory tools.
• Promotion of Cloud based solutions to clients
• Support and educate the team on Cloud based solutions.
• Active involvement in proposals to clients, meeting with clients and supporting the team on pitches.
• Preparing / reviewing as appropriate management accounts for clients in a timely manner.
• Working with the team to ensure the day-to-day delivery of outsourced services to clients runs smoothly and to time.
• Review of assistants’ work and giving appropriate, constructive and timely feedback.
• Delegate appropriately, proactively coaching and managing assistants’ development.
• Work with other departments including compliance, tax, etc. to provide client information and appreciate statutory deadlines/reporting requirements.
• Assist managers and partners with client billing.

Experience / Qualifications Required:

• ACA/ ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Solid understanding of management accounts.
• Proficient with Xero, Excel, Sage.
• Good understanding of a range of IT programmes and intuitive application.
• Problem solving and solution driven.
• Demonstrable experience of supervising others and delegation of work.
• Demonstrable ability to organise self and others, such that you can work on several different assignments at one time.

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