Current Vacancies
MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT
Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester City Centre
Salary: £35- 40,000
Reference: 20082005MA
Would you like to work for a business that is passionate about creating great places that leave a lasting legacy?
Through people, knowledge and ways of working, unashamedly innovating in all we deliver, all underpinned by a strong social conscience.
We’re on a mission to be the leading property business in the UK whose brand is synonymous with quality and integrity, acknowledged for transforming places and communities.
We’re looking for a full time Management Accountant to join our team. Working within a small team of 4, the role will support the Finance Director and Financial Controller across a wide range of activities.
Main Responsibilities
- Production of SPV Management Accounts and KPIs for Client Reports and JV Companies, including all relevant prepayments, accruals, and journals
- Management of Service Charges including supporting in the preparation of budgets and annual reconciliations
- Budgeting and Cashflow Forecasting for Client and Joint Venture Projects
- Managing the Accounting for the Client Insurance Policy, including all recharges
- Assistance in Preparation of Statutory Accounts (in conjunction with External Accountants)
- Calculation and Payment of Capital & Loan Interest on Shareholder Debt
- Preparation of cash forecasts for JV companies
- Supporting the Development team in preparation of project cashflows, monitoring project spend and preparation of internal project reports
What we ask for:
- You’ve had some experience of preparing management accounts, budgeting & cashflow forecasting.
- Attention to detail
- You have the desire to learn, grow, and make a real impact.
- You see potential where others see problems. You’re a creative problem solver who thrives under pressure.
- You’re a good communicator and team player with a drive to succeed.
- If you have some property accounting experience, great, however this is not essential.
Here’s what we offer:
- A chance to be part of something BIG – we’re not just building buildings, we’re shaping the future of places.
- A fast-paced, dynamic environment where every day is an exciting new challenge.
- Opportunity and the support to develop, hone your skills and progress your career.
- Competitive salary and benefits package – we value our team!
ASSISTANT MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT
Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester City Centre
Salary: £28,000
Reference: 20082005AMA
The Opportunity
The Assistant Management Accountant will support the finance team. Ensuring smooth running of daily accounting functions while playing an important part in developing and refining financial systems and processes in a scaling business.
Key Responsibilities:
Subscription processing for customers (creation, amending pricing and cancellations)
Monitor compliance against internal commercial rules on customer agreements.
Credit Control monitoring and weekly chasing. Overseeing the debtor escalation process.
Supplier invoice tracking, ensuring correct sign-off for the type of spend. Supplier invoice processing and reconciliation of the month end ledger Processing employee expenses through to Xero.
Daily and monthly bank reconciliations in Xero.
Other duties to support the finance function as required.
Administrative requests from customers (eg. Tax certificates, supplier forms)
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within the finance function, driving efficiency and scalability as the company continues to grow.
Requirements:
Knowledge in using cloud-based accounting packages, Xero experience would be advantageous.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP and HLOOKUP, the ability to create and interpret pivot tables. Proven experience of data analysis and reporting would be desirable
Ability to multi-task, show initiative and work to deadlines. Willingness to assist in adopting processes and recognising possibilities where these could be improved or developed. Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders and communicate at all levels internally and externally.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
ACA/ACCA/CIMA Studier (AAT considered with suitable previous work experience)
Demonstrable experience of data analysis and reporting. Experience in a scaling SaaS company.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a growing, innovative company with a dynamic and collaborative team.
Opportunity to shape and influence the Finance function in a rapidly scaling organisation.
Competitive salary and benefits package, including flexible working options. Study Support Available
A supportive, inclusive, and diverse company culture.
FINANCE ASSISTANT
Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester City Centre
Salary: £27,000
Reference: 07082025FA
JOB OVERVIEW
Finance Assistant .
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
- Processing Invoices
- General office Admin Duties including filing and answering the telephone
- Looking after shared finance Inbox
- Cash office duties
- Provide and facilitate cash requirements of our student groups.
- To be involved in month end
PRINCIPAL DUTIES
- Processing both Sales & Purchase Invoices
- General office Admin Duties
- Answering the telephone
- Reconciling
- Chasing debt
- Nominal postings
- To process cash and card takings with a high attention to detail.
GENERAL DUTIES OF ALL STAFF
- To contribute to the delivery of the team’s to ensure a high level of service.
- To provide support and assistance to the finance team.
- To undertake all administrative aspects associated with finance.
BOOKKEEPER
Type: Permanent
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £35,000
Reference: 21072025BK
JOB OVERVIEW
Bookkeeper
- Responsible for managing a client portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT returns, consisting of both sole trade and incorporated entities covering a wide range of industries.
- Bookkeeping on various software programs but predominantly Xero
- Preparation of VAT returns
- Responding to client queries
- Ensuring trial balances are complete in preparation for handing over to accounts department
- Registering and deregistering for VAT
The ideal candidate will have work experience in an accountancy practice of:
Bookkeeping software – Xero/Sage/Quickbooks
VAT – experience of dealing with HMRC,
This role does not offer any sponsorship package, you must have full rights to work in the UK when applying otherwise you will not be considered for this position
COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Merseyside
Salary: £85,000 – £95,000
Reference: 17072025CD
JOB OVERVIEW
Commercial Director – (Car & Benefits)
Our Retained Clients are looking to recruit a seasoned commercial professional with the ability to lead and innovate. As part of a senior leadership team, the role will involve a close working relationship with the Financial, Operations & SHEQ teams in leading the company’s growth plans. This will involve key oversight and interactions with project management and project/commercial controls teams to support the execution of strategic goals.
Key Objectives:
- Provide commercial support to our Operational Team and Board of Directors.
- Ensure precise operational and commercial control of contracts, backed by accurate performance data.
- Uphold compliance with Company governance and procedures, with strict adherence to financial reporting timelines.
- Spearhead initiatives to maximize margin and minimize costs, driving commercial performance.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, promoting innovative solutions and driving change where necessary.
- Mentor and coach project & commercial teams, fostering growth and development.
Main Activities:
- Lead contract negotiations and resolution processes with professionalism and expertise.
- Manage project controls teams throughout various stages & functions including estimating, planning, quantity surveying, contract administration & project management.
- Compile budgets and financial reports to ensure transparency and proactive management.
- Analyse contract performance to identify revenue and margin enhancement opportunities.
- Cultivate strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
- Drive compliance with policies and procedures, minimizing risk and maximizing efficiency.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Preferably degree educated
- Proven track record in commercial and contract management including experience with the following contract forms – NEC4 options, IChemE Green, Red, Yellow, & Orange books, along with Model Form of Contract MF/1 as an example.
- Exceptional communication, presentation and coaching skills.
- Strong understanding of contract law and negotiation principles.
- Understanding of project management principles & controls
- Experience in driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ability to interface effectively with customers and suppliers.
This is a RETAINED role with Dickson O’Brien Associates and all suitable candidates with be met by our agency in the first instance.
HEAD OF HR
Type: Permanent
Location: Warrington
Salary: £60,000 – £80,000
Reference: 26062025HOHR
JOB OVERVIEW
Our client is looking to recruit a Head of HR with a specific focus on ER.
- CIPD qualified HR consultant with experience across in house and consultancy roles;
- Experience of running a team of junior to mid-level HR / employment associates
- Strong track record of winning work and converting leads
- Client ethos and the pursuit of excellence in service levels
- Experience of using a tech platform to help improve the client experience within employment law sector
- Good commercial acumen and ability to manage a budget / profit and loss
- Excellent presentation skills
- Self-starter seeking flexibility and a truly autonomous role
The salary will be flexible for the ideal candidate
The role is Hybrid , but you must be based in the North-West of England
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £85,000 – £90,000
Reference: 26062025AD
JOB OVERVIEW
As Associate Director, your role will be to develop long-term relationships with a varied portfolio of clients, ensuring their accounting and business advisory needs are met to the highest standards.
You will engage with a wide range of clients.
Working within a rapidly growing environment, you will be expected to manage client portfolios effectively while contributing to the growth of the business..
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing client relationships, which will include regular touch points with your clients, both online and in-person
- Explore development opportunities with existing relationships to increase portfolio sizes
- Managing finances of portfolio, including driving monthly billing targets, monitoring and improving recoveries, debt recovery and forecasting
- Reviewing VAT returns, personal tax returns and partnership returns, limited company and sole trader accounts
- Assisting in the management of the office and developing junior members of staff and proactively look to develop a culture on continuous improvement and best practice
- Identifying training and development needs and ensuring these are facilitated
Requirements:
- A qualified accountant who is proactive, with a passion for client engagement.
AUDIT SENIOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000
Reference: 24062025AS
JOB OVERVIEW
Our client, a thriving accountancy practice is seeking to recruit an experienced accountant to join its successful team. The accounts senior will be client facing and exposed to a wide portfolio of clients and work including: Review management accounts and year end accounts prepared by our outsourcing team; ongoing support and advice to the outsourcing team and clients; Provide technical support for client on-boarding, typically first 3 to 6 months; analyse and present management / year end accounts to clients and third parties as requested; complete challenging tax returns and review basic ones; continual development of internal systems and processes to improve efficiencies and utilise developments in technology.
The ideal candidate will be qualified or latter stage ACA, ACCA.
You should have relevant experience gain within a practice environment and be comfortable in a client facing role.
This role presents a fantastic opportunity to progress your career in a forward thinking practice.
TAX DIRECTOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £120,000 – £140,000
Reference: 24062025TD
JOB OVERVIEW
Our client based in Greater Manchester , an entrepreneurial business , are looking for an ambitious CTA qualified individual ,looking for the next step up in their career. This step would involve you taking over the Tax side of the business, with complete ownership and control .
You would be working with an impressive and high- profile client portfolio involving a mix of advisory, tax planning, compliance and ad hoc project work.
The Role:
Managing a diverse client portfolio
Managing and supporting the successful delivery of ad hoc tax advisory work
Tax Planning & identifying opportunities
Advising clients of their tax liabilities
Provision of tax advisory services
Review of tax compliance
Research and planning on specific projects
Business development
Client networking
Leading client meetings
Mentoring junior staff
Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
The candidate
CTA Qualified
Tax Advisory & Compliance expertise
Experience of managing a client portfolio
Strong communication skills
Ambition and a drive to succeed
This role may suit a person who is currently in a Practise , and who is frustrated by the culture and lack of freedom. The role suits an entrepreneurial candidate who wants to have true control over their future.
BOOKKEEPER
Type: Permanent
Location: Chester
Salary: £32,000 – £40,000
Reference: 24042025BK
JOB OVERVIEW
Bookkeeper
Responsible for managing a client portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT returns, consisting of both sole trade and incorporated entities covering a wide range of industries.
Bookkeeping on various software programs but predominantly Xero
Preparation of VAT returns
Responding to client queries
Ensuring trial balances are complete in preparation for handing over to accounts department
Registering and deregistering for VAT
The ideal candidate will have work experience in an accountancy practice of:
Bookkeeping software – Xero/Sage/Quickbooks
VAT – experience of dealing with HMRC, knowledge of VAT schemes and some experience of VAT planning
This role does not offer any sponsorship package, you must have full rights to work in the UK when applying otherwise you will not be considered for this position
AUDIT SENIOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester
Salary: £43,000 – £45,000
Reference: 14102024AS
JOB OVERVIEW
Audit Senior – Manchester
Your role as an Audit Senior:
- Planning audits and identifying necessary resources and key risk areas with a mixed portfolio of clients, both within the public and private sector.
- Implementing ideas and suggesting areas for audit efficiency and improvement.
- Supervising audits and ensuring the timely completion of assignments.
- Working closely with clients, offering information and relevant advice in regard to structuring, and systems.
- Providing support in advisory and business planning arrangements.
- Identifying new service lines opportunities for existing clients.
- Managing trainee accountants and assisting with their development.
- Undertaking ad-hoc project or consultancy work for other departments or sector teams.
- Drafting and completing files including statutory financial statements and formal audit letters.
What you’ll need to succeed:
- ACA or ACCA Qualified or a Finalist.
- UK audit experience with a UK accountancy practice.
- Strong ability to build and develop relationships with both clients and team members.
- Ability to support more junior members of the team.
AUDIT DIRECTOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester
Salary: £90,000 – £110,000
Reference: 14102024AD
JOB OVERVIEW
Audit Director – Manchester
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a diverse portfolio, delivering strong technical knowledge and ensuring deadlines are met
- Deliver high-level oversight for audit engagements from planning to completion
- Deliver commercial and added-value advice to both clients and Partners alike
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the audit function, ensuring service excellence across the board
- Review work to provide clear and constructive feedback to juniors
- Develop the audit and assurance service line with new and recurring fee income
- Win assignments in line with budgets and deadlines
- Collaborate with Partners to drive new business and support development work
- Undertake special, more complex projects where required, including ad-hoc work
- Build and maintain strong client relationships
- Provide strategic guidance to the audit team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge-sharing
- Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging issues to enhance audit methodologies and processes
- Champion business development by building your network and undertaking opportunities to represent the firm
- Set an example as a hands-on and approachable leader to inspire the department
About The Firm
Available with a leading firm based in Manchester, this Audit Director job is an incredible opportunity to join a high-profile practice.
MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS ASSOCIATE
Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester City Centre
Salary: £43,000 – £60,000
Reference: 10102024M&AA
JOB OVERVIEW
Our client based in Manchester City Centre are looking to recruit a Mergers and Acquisitions Associate.
The role will involve:
Researching and identifying potential interested buyers along client specifications, organising & conducting initial contact to generate interest.
Assisting in the preparation of client marketing materials and deliverables, such as confidential information memoranda, documents and client reports.
Generate, organise, and lead meetings between clients and potential buyers.
Conducting financial analysis of company financial statements and valuation analysis on client businesses using several different methodologies depending on client sector, size, financial strength . Including DCF analysis, Maintainable earnings valuation, and Multiples analysis.
Creation and maintenance of data rooms, as well as management of financial and legal due diligence process.
Leading and advising on deal execution process with key stakeholders.
Overseeing, reviewing and offering input into legal documentation and purchase contracts
The ideal candidate will either be qualified or on their way to qualification, either with an accountancy background or a CFA background. The role offers fast career advancement and a fabulous bonus incentive package.
AUDIT & ACCOUNTS SENIOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £38,000 – £45,000
Reference: 20122022AAS
Job Purpose
The role
A newly qualified audit and accounts Senior is being sought to join the office in order to provide direct support to the partners and the Audit / Accounts Manager. The mix of work in the group is varied and consists of a few hundred clients including high net worth individuals, partnerships, trusts, professional sole traders and limited companies with turnovers of up to £70 million, although the average would be nearer £5-10 million.
The successful candidate will be expected to have responsibility for running group audits and for accounts preparation work, to include consolidations and cash flow statements. Preparation of financial forecast models, business plans, reporting on internal controls, financial due diligence and other ad hoc projects will also be required from time to time. The role will include supervising the work of more junior staff and liaising with tax staff, the Partners and our clients, as necessary. Reporting will mainly be to the Audit and Accounts Manager and also to the two partners.
There is excellent potential for growth in this role and company.
FINANCE ASSISTANT
Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester City Centre
Salary: £27,000
Reference: 07082025FA
JOB OVERVIEW
Finance Assistant .
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
- Processing Invoices
- General office Admin Duties including filing and answering the telephone
- Looking after shared finance Inbox
- Cash office duties
- Provide and facilitate cash requirements of our student groups.
- To be involved in month end
PRINCIPAL DUTIES
- Processing both Sales & Purchase Invoices
- General office Admin Duties
- Answering the telephone
- Reconciling
- Chasing debt
- Nominal postings
- To process cash and card takings with a high attention to detail.
GENERAL DUTIES OF ALL STAFF
- To contribute to the delivery of the team’s to ensure a high level of service.
- To provide support and assistance to the finance team.
- To undertake all administrative aspects associated with finance.
BOOKKEEPER
Type: Permanent
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £35,000
Reference: 21072025BK
JOB OVERVIEW
Bookkeeper
- Responsible for managing a client portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT returns, consisting of both sole trade and incorporated entities covering a wide range of industries.
- Bookkeeping on various software programs but predominantly Xero
- Preparation of VAT returns
- Responding to client queries
- Ensuring trial balances are complete in preparation for handing over to accounts department
- Registering and deregistering for VAT
The ideal candidate will have work experience in an accountancy practice of:
Bookkeeping software – Xero/Sage/Quickbooks
VAT – experience of dealing with HMRC,
This role does not offer any sponsorship package, you must have full rights to work in the UK when applying otherwise you will not be considered for this position
COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Merseyside
Salary: £85,000 – £95,000
Reference: 17072025CD
JOB OVERVIEW
Commercial Director – (Car & Benefits)
Our Retained Clients are looking to recruit a seasoned commercial professional with the ability to lead and innovate. As part of a senior leadership team, the role will involve a close working relationship with the Financial, Operations & SHEQ teams in leading the company’s growth plans. This will involve key oversight and interactions with project management and project/commercial controls teams to support the execution of strategic goals.
Key Objectives:
- Provide commercial support to our Operational Team and Board of Directors.
- Ensure precise operational and commercial control of contracts, backed by accurate performance data.
- Uphold compliance with Company governance and procedures, with strict adherence to financial reporting timelines.
- Spearhead initiatives to maximize margin and minimize costs, driving commercial performance.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, promoting innovative solutions and driving change where necessary.
- Mentor and coach project & commercial teams, fostering growth and development.
Main Activities:
- Lead contract negotiations and resolution processes with professionalism and expertise.
- Manage project controls teams throughout various stages & functions including estimating, planning, quantity surveying, contract administration & project management.
- Compile budgets and financial reports to ensure transparency and proactive management.
- Analyse contract performance to identify revenue and margin enhancement opportunities.
- Cultivate strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
- Drive compliance with policies and procedures, minimizing risk and maximizing efficiency.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Preferably degree educated
- Proven track record in commercial and contract management including experience with the following contract forms – NEC4 options, IChemE Green, Red, Yellow, & Orange books, along with Model Form of Contract MF/1 as an example.
- Exceptional communication, presentation and coaching skills.
- Strong understanding of contract law and negotiation principles.
- Understanding of project management principles & controls
- Experience in driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ability to interface effectively with customers and suppliers.
This is a RETAINED role with Dickson O’Brien Associates and all suitable candidates with be met by our agency in the first instance.
HEAD OF HR
Type: Permanent
Location: Warrington
Salary: £60,000 – £80,000
Reference: 26062025HOHR
JOB OVERVIEW
Our client is looking to recruit a Head of HR with a specific focus on ER.
- CIPD qualified HR consultant with experience across in house and consultancy roles;
- Experience of running a team of junior to mid-level HR / employment associates
- Strong track record of winning work and converting leads
- Client ethos and the pursuit of excellence in service levels
- Experience of using a tech platform to help improve the client experience within employment law sector
- Good commercial acumen and ability to manage a budget / profit and loss
- Excellent presentation skills
- Self-starter seeking flexibility and a truly autonomous role
The salary will be flexible for the ideal candidate
The role is Hybrid , but you must be based in the North-West of England
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £85,000 – £90,000
Reference: 26062025AD
JOB OVERVIEW
As Associate Director, your role will be to develop long-term relationships with a varied portfolio of clients, ensuring their accounting and business advisory needs are met to the highest standards.
You will engage with a wide range of clients.
Working within a rapidly growing environment, you will be expected to manage client portfolios effectively while contributing to the growth of the business..
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing client relationships, which will include regular touch points with your clients, both online and in-person
- Explore development opportunities with existing relationships to increase portfolio sizes
- Managing finances of portfolio, including driving monthly billing targets, monitoring and improving recoveries, debt recovery and forecasting
- Reviewing VAT returns, personal tax returns and partnership returns, limited company and sole trader accounts
- Assisting in the management of the office and developing junior members of staff and proactively look to develop a culture on continuous improvement and best practice
- Identifying training and development needs and ensuring these are facilitated
Requirements:
- A qualified accountant who is proactive, with a passion for client engagement.
AUDIT SENIOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000
Reference: 24062025AS
JOB OVERVIEW
Our client, a thriving accountancy practice is seeking to recruit an experienced accountant to join its successful team. The accounts senior will be client facing and exposed to a wide portfolio of clients and work including: Review management accounts and year end accounts prepared by our outsourcing team; ongoing support and advice to the outsourcing team and clients; Provide technical support for client on-boarding, typically first 3 to 6 months; analyse and present management / year end accounts to clients and third parties as requested; complete challenging tax returns and review basic ones; continual development of internal systems and processes to improve efficiencies and utilise developments in technology.
The ideal candidate will be qualified or latter stage ACA, ACCA.
You should have relevant experience gain within a practice environment and be comfortable in a client facing role.
This role presents a fantastic opportunity to progress your career in a forward thinking practice.
TAX DIRECTOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £120,000 – £140,000
Reference: 24062025TD
JOB OVERVIEW
Our client based in Greater Manchester , an entrepreneurial business , are looking for an ambitious CTA qualified individual ,looking for the next step up in their career. This step would involve you taking over the Tax side of the business, with complete ownership and control .
You would be working with an impressive and high- profile client portfolio involving a mix of advisory, tax planning, compliance and ad hoc project work.
The Role:
Managing a diverse client portfolio
Managing and supporting the successful delivery of ad hoc tax advisory work
Tax Planning & identifying opportunities
Advising clients of their tax liabilities
Provision of tax advisory services
Review of tax compliance
Research and planning on specific projects
Business development
Client networking
Leading client meetings
Mentoring junior staff
Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
The candidate
CTA Qualified
Tax Advisory & Compliance expertise
Experience of managing a client portfolio
Strong communication skills
Ambition and a drive to succeed
This role may suit a person who is currently in a Practise , and who is frustrated by the culture and lack of freedom. The role suits an entrepreneurial candidate who wants to have true control over their future.
BOOKKEEPER
Type: Permanent
Location: Chester
Salary: £32,000 – £40,000
Reference: 24042025BK
JOB OVERVIEW
Bookkeeper
Responsible for managing a client portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT returns, consisting of both sole trade and incorporated entities covering a wide range of industries.
Bookkeeping on various software programs but predominantly Xero
Preparation of VAT returns
Responding to client queries
Ensuring trial balances are complete in preparation for handing over to accounts department
Registering and deregistering for VAT
The ideal candidate will have work experience in an accountancy practice of:
Bookkeeping software – Xero/Sage/Quickbooks
VAT – experience of dealing with HMRC, knowledge of VAT schemes and some experience of VAT planning
This role does not offer any sponsorship package, you must have full rights to work in the UK when applying otherwise you will not be considered for this position
AUDIT SENIOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester
Salary: £43,000 – £45,000
Reference: 14102024AS
JOB OVERVIEW
Audit Senior – Manchester
Your role as an Audit Senior:
- Planning audits and identifying necessary resources and key risk areas with a mixed portfolio of clients, both within the public and private sector.
- Implementing ideas and suggesting areas for audit efficiency and improvement.
- Supervising audits and ensuring the timely completion of assignments.
- Working closely with clients, offering information and relevant advice in regard to structuring, and systems.
- Providing support in advisory and business planning arrangements.
- Identifying new service lines opportunities for existing clients.
- Managing trainee accountants and assisting with their development.
- Undertaking ad-hoc project or consultancy work for other departments or sector teams.
- Drafting and completing files including statutory financial statements and formal audit letters.
What you’ll need to succeed:
- ACA or ACCA Qualified or a Finalist.
- UK audit experience with a UK accountancy practice.
- Strong ability to build and develop relationships with both clients and team members.
- Ability to support more junior members of the team.
AUDIT DIRECTOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester
Salary: £90,000 – £110,000
Reference: 14102024AD
JOB OVERVIEW
Audit Director – Manchester
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a diverse portfolio, delivering strong technical knowledge and ensuring deadlines are met
- Deliver high-level oversight for audit engagements from planning to completion
- Deliver commercial and added-value advice to both clients and Partners alike
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the audit function, ensuring service excellence across the board
- Review work to provide clear and constructive feedback to juniors
- Develop the audit and assurance service line with new and recurring fee income
- Win assignments in line with budgets and deadlines
- Collaborate with Partners to drive new business and support development work
- Undertake special, more complex projects where required, including ad-hoc work
- Build and maintain strong client relationships
- Provide strategic guidance to the audit team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge-sharing
- Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging issues to enhance audit methodologies and processes
- Champion business development by building your network and undertaking opportunities to represent the firm
- Set an example as a hands-on and approachable leader to inspire the department
About The Firm
Available with a leading firm based in Manchester, this Audit Director job is an incredible opportunity to join a high-profile practice.
MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS ASSOCIATE
Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester City Centre
Salary: £43,000 – £60,000
Reference: 10102024M&AA
JOB OVERVIEW
Our client based in Manchester City Centre are looking to recruit a Mergers and Acquisitions Associate.
The role will involve:
Researching and identifying potential interested buyers along client specifications, organising & conducting initial contact to generate interest.
Assisting in the preparation of client marketing materials and deliverables, such as confidential information memoranda, documents and client reports.
Generate, organise, and lead meetings between clients and potential buyers.
Conducting financial analysis of company financial statements and valuation analysis on client businesses using several different methodologies depending on client sector, size, financial strength . Including DCF analysis, Maintainable earnings valuation, and Multiples analysis.
Creation and maintenance of data rooms, as well as management of financial and legal due diligence process.
Leading and advising on deal execution process with key stakeholders.
Overseeing, reviewing and offering input into legal documentation and purchase contracts
The ideal candidate will either be qualified or on their way to qualification, either with an accountancy background or a CFA background. The role offers fast career advancement and a fabulous bonus incentive package.
AUDIT & ACCOUNTS SENIOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £38,000 – £45,000
Reference: 20122022AAS
Job Purpose
The role
A newly qualified audit and accounts Senior is being sought to join the office in order to provide direct support to the partners and the Audit / Accounts Manager. The mix of work in the group is varied and consists of a few hundred clients including high net worth individuals, partnerships, trusts, professional sole traders and limited companies with turnovers of up to £70 million, although the average would be nearer £5-10 million.
The successful candidate will be expected to have responsibility for running group audits and for accounts preparation work, to include consolidations and cash flow statements. Preparation of financial forecast models, business plans, reporting on internal controls, financial due diligence and other ad hoc projects will also be required from time to time. The role will include supervising the work of more junior staff and liaising with tax staff, the Partners and our clients, as necessary. Reporting will mainly be to the Audit and Accounts Manager and also to the two partners.
There is excellent potential for growth in this role and company.
FINANCE ASSISTANT
Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester City Centre
Salary: £27,000
Reference: 07082025FA
JOB OVERVIEW
Finance Assistant .
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
- Processing Invoices
- General office Admin Duties including filing and answering the telephone
- Looking after shared finance Inbox
- Cash office duties
- Provide and facilitate cash requirements of our student groups.
- To be involved in month end
PRINCIPAL DUTIES
- Processing both Sales & Purchase Invoices
- General office Admin Duties
- Answering the telephone
- Reconciling
- Chasing debt
- Nominal postings
- To process cash and card takings with a high attention to detail.
GENERAL DUTIES OF ALL STAFF
- To contribute to the delivery of the team’s to ensure a high level of service.
- To provide support and assistance to the finance team.
- To undertake all administrative aspects associated with finance.
BOOKKEEPER
Type: Permanent
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £35,000
Reference: 21072025BK
JOB OVERVIEW
Bookkeeper
- Responsible for managing a client portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT returns, consisting of both sole trade and incorporated entities covering a wide range of industries.
- Bookkeeping on various software programs but predominantly Xero
- Preparation of VAT returns
- Responding to client queries
- Ensuring trial balances are complete in preparation for handing over to accounts department
- Registering and deregistering for VAT
The ideal candidate will have work experience in an accountancy practice of:
Bookkeeping software – Xero/Sage/Quickbooks
VAT – experience of dealing with HMRC,
This role does not offer any sponsorship package, you must have full rights to work in the UK when applying otherwise you will not be considered for this position
COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Merseyside
Salary: £85,000 – £95,000
Reference: 17072025CD
JOB OVERVIEW
Commercial Director – (Car & Benefits)
Our Retained Clients are looking to recruit a seasoned commercial professional with the ability to lead and innovate. As part of a senior leadership team, the role will involve a close working relationship with the Financial, Operations & SHEQ teams in leading the company’s growth plans. This will involve key oversight and interactions with project management and project/commercial controls teams to support the execution of strategic goals.
Key Objectives:
- Provide commercial support to our Operational Team and Board of Directors.
- Ensure precise operational and commercial control of contracts, backed by accurate performance data.
- Uphold compliance with Company governance and procedures, with strict adherence to financial reporting timelines.
- Spearhead initiatives to maximize margin and minimize costs, driving commercial performance.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, promoting innovative solutions and driving change where necessary.
- Mentor and coach project & commercial teams, fostering growth and development.
Main Activities:
- Lead contract negotiations and resolution processes with professionalism and expertise.
- Manage project controls teams throughout various stages & functions including estimating, planning, quantity surveying, contract administration & project management.
- Compile budgets and financial reports to ensure transparency and proactive management.
- Analyse contract performance to identify revenue and margin enhancement opportunities.
- Cultivate strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
- Drive compliance with policies and procedures, minimizing risk and maximizing efficiency.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Preferably degree educated
- Proven track record in commercial and contract management including experience with the following contract forms – NEC4 options, IChemE Green, Red, Yellow, & Orange books, along with Model Form of Contract MF/1 as an example.
- Exceptional communication, presentation and coaching skills.
- Strong understanding of contract law and negotiation principles.
- Understanding of project management principles & controls
- Experience in driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ability to interface effectively with customers and suppliers.
This is a RETAINED role with Dickson O’Brien Associates and all suitable candidates with be met by our agency in the first instance.
HEAD OF HR
Type: Permanent
Location: Warrington
Salary: £60,000 – £80,000
Reference: 26062025HOHR
JOB OVERVIEW
Our client is looking to recruit a Head of HR with a specific focus on ER.
- CIPD qualified HR consultant with experience across in house and consultancy roles;
- Experience of running a team of junior to mid-level HR / employment associates
- Strong track record of winning work and converting leads
- Client ethos and the pursuit of excellence in service levels
- Experience of using a tech platform to help improve the client experience within employment law sector
- Good commercial acumen and ability to manage a budget / profit and loss
- Excellent presentation skills
- Self-starter seeking flexibility and a truly autonomous role
The salary will be flexible for the ideal candidate
The role is Hybrid , but you must be based in the North-West of England
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £85,000 – £90,000
Reference: 26062025AD
JOB OVERVIEW
As Associate Director, your role will be to develop long-term relationships with a varied portfolio of clients, ensuring their accounting and business advisory needs are met to the highest standards.
You will engage with a wide range of clients.
Working within a rapidly growing environment, you will be expected to manage client portfolios effectively while contributing to the growth of the business..
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing client relationships, which will include regular touch points with your clients, both online and in-person
- Explore development opportunities with existing relationships to increase portfolio sizes
- Managing finances of portfolio, including driving monthly billing targets, monitoring and improving recoveries, debt recovery and forecasting
- Reviewing VAT returns, personal tax returns and partnership returns, limited company and sole trader accounts
- Assisting in the management of the office and developing junior members of staff and proactively look to develop a culture on continuous improvement and best practice
- Identifying training and development needs and ensuring these are facilitated
Requirements:
- A qualified accountant who is proactive, with a passion for client engagement.
AUDIT SENIOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000
Reference: 24062025AS
JOB OVERVIEW
Our client, a thriving accountancy practice is seeking to recruit an experienced accountant to join its successful team. The accounts senior will be client facing and exposed to a wide portfolio of clients and work including: Review management accounts and year end accounts prepared by our outsourcing team; ongoing support and advice to the outsourcing team and clients; Provide technical support for client on-boarding, typically first 3 to 6 months; analyse and present management / year end accounts to clients and third parties as requested; complete challenging tax returns and review basic ones; continual development of internal systems and processes to improve efficiencies and utilise developments in technology.
The ideal candidate will be qualified or latter stage ACA, ACCA.
You should have relevant experience gain within a practice environment and be comfortable in a client facing role.
This role presents a fantastic opportunity to progress your career in a forward thinking practice.
TAX DIRECTOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £120,000 – £140,000
Reference: 24062025TD
JOB OVERVIEW
Our client based in Greater Manchester , an entrepreneurial business , are looking for an ambitious CTA qualified individual ,looking for the next step up in their career. This step would involve you taking over the Tax side of the business, with complete ownership and control .
You would be working with an impressive and high- profile client portfolio involving a mix of advisory, tax planning, compliance and ad hoc project work.
The Role:
Managing a diverse client portfolio
Managing and supporting the successful delivery of ad hoc tax advisory work
Tax Planning & identifying opportunities
Advising clients of their tax liabilities
Provision of tax advisory services
Review of tax compliance
Research and planning on specific projects
Business development
Client networking
Leading client meetings
Mentoring junior staff
Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
The candidate
CTA Qualified
Tax Advisory & Compliance expertise
Experience of managing a client portfolio
Strong communication skills
Ambition and a drive to succeed
This role may suit a person who is currently in a Practise , and who is frustrated by the culture and lack of freedom. The role suits an entrepreneurial candidate who wants to have true control over their future.
BOOKKEEPER
Type: Permanent
Location: Chester
Salary: £32,000 – £40,000
Reference: 24042025BK
JOB OVERVIEW
Bookkeeper
Responsible for managing a client portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT returns, consisting of both sole trade and incorporated entities covering a wide range of industries.
Bookkeeping on various software programs but predominantly Xero
Preparation of VAT returns
Responding to client queries
Ensuring trial balances are complete in preparation for handing over to accounts department
Registering and deregistering for VAT
The ideal candidate will have work experience in an accountancy practice of:
Bookkeeping software – Xero/Sage/Quickbooks
VAT – experience of dealing with HMRC, knowledge of VAT schemes and some experience of VAT planning
This role does not offer any sponsorship package, you must have full rights to work in the UK when applying otherwise you will not be considered for this position
AUDIT SENIOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester
Salary: £43,000 – £45,000
Reference: 14102024AS
JOB OVERVIEW
Audit Senior – Manchester
Your role as an Audit Senior:
- Planning audits and identifying necessary resources and key risk areas with a mixed portfolio of clients, both within the public and private sector.
- Implementing ideas and suggesting areas for audit efficiency and improvement.
- Supervising audits and ensuring the timely completion of assignments.
- Working closely with clients, offering information and relevant advice in regard to structuring, and systems.
- Providing support in advisory and business planning arrangements.
- Identifying new service lines opportunities for existing clients.
- Managing trainee accountants and assisting with their development.
- Undertaking ad-hoc project or consultancy work for other departments or sector teams.
- Drafting and completing files including statutory financial statements and formal audit letters.
What you’ll need to succeed:
- ACA or ACCA Qualified or a Finalist.
- UK audit experience with a UK accountancy practice.
- Strong ability to build and develop relationships with both clients and team members.
- Ability to support more junior members of the team.
AUDIT DIRECTOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester
Salary: £90,000 – £110,000
Reference: 14102024AD
JOB OVERVIEW
Audit Director – Manchester
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a diverse portfolio, delivering strong technical knowledge and ensuring deadlines are met
- Deliver high-level oversight for audit engagements from planning to completion
- Deliver commercial and added-value advice to both clients and Partners alike
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the audit function, ensuring service excellence across the board
- Review work to provide clear and constructive feedback to juniors
- Develop the audit and assurance service line with new and recurring fee income
- Win assignments in line with budgets and deadlines
- Collaborate with Partners to drive new business and support development work
- Undertake special, more complex projects where required, including ad-hoc work
- Build and maintain strong client relationships
- Provide strategic guidance to the audit team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge-sharing
- Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging issues to enhance audit methodologies and processes
- Champion business development by building your network and undertaking opportunities to represent the firm
- Set an example as a hands-on and approachable leader to inspire the department
About The Firm
Available with a leading firm based in Manchester, this Audit Director job is an incredible opportunity to join a high-profile practice.
MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS ASSOCIATE
Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester City Centre
Salary: £43,000 – £60,000
Reference: 10102024M&AA
JOB OVERVIEW
Our client based in Manchester City Centre are looking to recruit a Mergers and Acquisitions Associate.
The role will involve:
Researching and identifying potential interested buyers along client specifications, organising & conducting initial contact to generate interest.
Assisting in the preparation of client marketing materials and deliverables, such as confidential information memoranda, documents and client reports.
Generate, organise, and lead meetings between clients and potential buyers.
Conducting financial analysis of company financial statements and valuation analysis on client businesses using several different methodologies depending on client sector, size, financial strength . Including DCF analysis, Maintainable earnings valuation, and Multiples analysis.
Creation and maintenance of data rooms, as well as management of financial and legal due diligence process.
Leading and advising on deal execution process with key stakeholders.
Overseeing, reviewing and offering input into legal documentation and purchase contracts
The ideal candidate will either be qualified or on their way to qualification, either with an accountancy background or a CFA background. The role offers fast career advancement and a fabulous bonus incentive package.
AUDIT & ACCOUNTS SENIOR
Type: Permanent
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £38,000 – £45,000
Reference: 20122022AAS
Job Purpose
The role
A newly qualified audit and accounts Senior is being sought to join the office in order to provide direct support to the partners and the Audit / Accounts Manager. The mix of work in the group is varied and consists of a few hundred clients including high net worth individuals, partnerships, trusts, professional sole traders and limited companies with turnovers of up to £70 million, although the average would be nearer £5-10 million.
The successful candidate will be expected to have responsibility for running group audits and for accounts preparation work, to include consolidations and cash flow statements. Preparation of financial forecast models, business plans, reporting on internal controls, financial due diligence and other ad hoc projects will also be required from time to time. The role will include supervising the work of more junior staff and liaising with tax staff, the Partners and our clients, as necessary. Reporting will mainly be to the Audit and Accounts Manager and also to the two partners.
There is excellent potential for growth in this role and company.
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