Farrer Barnes is recruiting for an Audit Manager to join a growing firm of Chartered Accountants based in Sittingbourne. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced audit professional to manage a varied portfolio, develop a team and play an active role in the continued growth of the practice, with a clear pathway towards Responsible Individual (RI) status. The firm takes a pragmatic approach to work-life balance, with effective resource planning and realistic deadlines. While additional hours may occasionally be required during busy periods, regular late working is not expected. The Role As Audit Manager, you will: Manage a diverse portfolio of audit clients from planning through to completion. Ensure assignments meet professional standards, budgets and deadlines. Lead audit planning and completion meetings and act as a key client contact. Review audit files, working papers and statutory accounts ahead of RI review. Provide practical...

We are recruiting for an ACA/ACCA qualified accountant to join a well run and highly regarded accountancy firm in Cranbrook, Kent as a Client Manager. This is a rare opportunity to join this growing Kent based firm. They work with a wide range of businesses to provide high quality accountancy and tax services. This varied role has been created due to ongoing growth, and will involve taking responsibility for your own client portfolio. You will prepare and review statutory accounts, VAT and corporate tax. You will also have the opportunity to be involved in outsourced FD services, and to coach and develop more junior team members. The firm prides itself on their high levels of technical expertise and excellent customer care. They will support you in providing this by offer ongoing training, support and professional development. They are based in nice offices in an easily accessible location and have a friendly and positive work culture. About you: ACA/ACCA qualified...

Farrer Barnes are delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants based in Ashford, Kent, who are looking to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper to join their growing team. The firm has experienced sustained and positive growth through a combination of client referrals and new business development. With clear plans for continued expansion, the Directors are committed to building a supportive, progressive and forward-thinking working environment where individuals can develop their careers. The practice has fully embraced modern, cloud-based accounting technology and works extensively with platforms including Xero, Sage and QuickBooks. Experience using these, or similar accounting software, is therefore essential. The Role As a Bookkeeper, you will take responsibility for delivering a range of bookkeeping and accounting services to a varied portfolio of clients. Your responsibilities will include: Maintaining accurate...

Farrer Barnes is recruiting for an excellent Accounts & Tax Manager opportunity with a well-established and highly regarded chartered accountancy practice based in Sevenoaks. This successful firm has built an excellent reputation across Kent, the wider South East and nationally, providing a comprehensive range of accountancy and advisory services to an impressive and diverse client base. Its portfolio includes owner-managed businesses (OMBs), SMEs and larger corporate organisations, with many clients experiencing continued growth. Following a period of sustained success and with ambitious plans for the future, the Partners are looking to strengthen the team with the appointment of an experienced Accounts & Tax Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious practice professional to join the firm at an exciting stage of its development and play an important role in its continued growth. Based from the firm's Sevenoaks office, you will take responsibility...

A prestigious East Kent practice London connections Career progression An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Company Secretarial Senior to join a prominent and highly regarded professional practice in East Kent. With a strong reputation and established links to London, this is an excellent opportunity for a company secretarial professional who has built their career within Practice and is ready to take the next step in a progressive, intellectually engaging environment. You'll work with a varied and interesting portfolio of clients, providing high-quality company secretarial support while developing trusted relationships and taking ownership of increasingly complex work. The Role Working alongside an experienced and supportive team, you will be responsible for a broad range of company secretarial matters, including: Managing a varied portfolio of companies and client relationships. Providing company secretarial advice and support to a range of...

Our client is a large services business based in the West Malling area. They are seeking to appoint an experienced and qualified Tax Manager to bolster their finance team. Client Details Our client is a large services business based in the West Malling area. They are seeking to appoint an experienced and qualified Tax Manager to bolster their finance team. Description Lead the preparation, review, and submission of corporate tax returns and statutory filings, maintaining robust supporting documentation and managing the recovery of R&D tax relief claims from HMRC. Oversee VAT, PAYE, and wider indirect tax compliance activities, including supporting customs clearance processes for imported goods and liaising with clearing agents to ensure the accurate assessment and payment of customs duties and import VAT. Manage the calculation of interim and year-end tax provisions for inclusion in statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with IFRS requirements, and collaborate with...