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Pentagon Talent have partnered with an International Magic Circle law firm in their search for a Finance Systems Analyst to join their London based finance team. They may be big players in the legal world, but they\'re all about embracing change and staying innovative. Here, you\'ll have the chance to make a real impact and grow both personally and professionally.

About the Firm:

This global law firm has a presence in over thirty countries, this role will be based within the London office 3 days per week. They handle some of the most complex and exciting deals and disputes, providing top-notch legal solutions that help their clients thrive. They\'re all about putting their people first, championing diversity, and using technology to make their work even better.

Why Choose Them:

• Professional Development: They invest in your development, offering training, mentoring, and support to help you reach your goals.
• Diversity & Inclusion: They believe in celebrating differences, and they want you to be yourself at work.
• Meaningful Projects: Work on projects that really matter, alongside some of the best in the business.

Role Overview:

In this role, the Finance Systems Analyst will be the go-to expert for providing top-notch support to the global user community. They\'ll handle support calls, keep an eye on software issues, and make sure everything runs smoothly. They\'ll also help make the systems even better, get involved in projects to upgrade finance systems, and assist with documentation and training.

Key Responsibilities of the Finance Systems Analyst role:

• Providing expert financial systems support.
• Handling support calls and software hiccups.
• Keeping the finance systems in tip-top shape.
• Getting involved in making the systems better and testing out new solutions.
• Creating and updating user guides and documents.
• Pitching in with training and covering for teammates.

Key Requirements for the Finance Systems Analyst:

• Familiarity with Elite 3E finance and practice management systems (or similar).

A willingness to learn new systems and tech.

• A solid grasp of finance transaction processes.
• Great communication and negotiation skills in a service-oriented setting.
• The ability to multitask and stay cool under pressure.
• Initiative and adaptability to embrace change.
• Flexibility and a can-do attitude.
• Experience working in a global organisation with complex structures.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with remote team members, as support reaches across the globe.
• Experience in a support and training role is a plus.

If you\'re excited to join this forward-thinking team and level up your career, apply now to become part of their London Finance Systems team.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual\'s skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

About our client
Pentagon Talent are partnering with a lovely forward thinking firm of chartered accountants, auditors, tax advisors, business consultants and financial advisors to recruit for a Corporate Tax Manager. This friendly firm of accountants specialise in owner-managed businesses, business start-ups, small to medium sized companies, and UK subsidiaries of foreign parent companies. They also provide personal tax services and tax planning advice to individuals.

Duties and responsibilities
As a Corporate Tax Manager you will be carrying out a variety of responsibilities including:

• Assisting the partner in charge of the department in the overall smooth running of the department.
• Supervising and training of team members within the department.
• Planning compliance work and controlling work schedules of tax staff.
• Reviewing and in some cases, dealing with tax compliance work, ready for submission to HMRC.
• Working with partners to ensure adequate and appropriate fee recoveries on assignments.
• Where relevant, dealing with Capital Gains, Trust and Inheritance Tax and assisting the Partners in ensuring that the best advice is tailored for the client.
• Dealing with complex tax and tax planning issues for the firm\'s clients.
• Assisting the Partners in the marketing and further development of the tax function with the firm.
• · Developing client and intermediary relationships, managing and controlling deliverables and deadlines and handling day to day queries.
• Assisting the partners in the Recruitment and Appraisal process.
• Working with the training partner to ensure that all technical and soft skills, if applicable, training for the Tax Department is maintained up to date, including CPD where appropriate.
• Ensuring that, overall, the department meets the requirement of the ICAEW Practice Assurance Standards.

Qualifications and skills required
In order to succeed you will have at least five years experience working in corporate tax in an accountancy firm. You will have working knowledge of CCH and have experience managing a team.

What\'s on offer
Our client offers excellent benefits including a genuine work life balance, a social and supportive work culture and extra holiday days off between Christmas and new year. They also offer a very competitive salary package and a fantastic career path.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual\'s skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Pentagon Talent are proud to partnering with a top 50 Accountancy practice based in the heart of Central London who are currently seeking an Audit & Accounts Semi-Senior to join their team. This well-established firm has a strong name in the market and has an enviable client list.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an Audit & Accounts Semi-Senior to work with a varied client base and progress their career in the Accountancy Practice market, the role will comprise of 50/50 split between Audit and Accounts working across a range of different sectors.

You will be involved in leading audits from start to completion long with the preparation of statutory accounts and work in the preparation of tax computations.

The role will require you to:

• Lead audits from initial planning meeting through to completion
• Overseeing audit planning, field work and audit reporting
• Allocate and review the work of juniors whilst carrying out work on client sites
• Liaising closely with client on a regular basis and ensuring Manager and Partners are kept updated
• To ensure work and projects are completed within reasonable and realistic time frames
• Prepare Statutory Accounts and some Tax computation work

The ideal Audit & Accounts Senior candidate will possess:

• Have previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment
• ACA/ACCA qualified or be qualified by experience
• Previous experience working within audit
• Strong written and communication skills
• Ability to be a self-starter and work to tight deadlines

This role offers a great level of autonomy and provides strong career progression along with excellent remuneration. Alongside this, there is a fantastic leadership structure and competitive benefits for an Audit & Accounts Senior.

If you would be keen to join a leading firm with fantastic benefits then do not hesitate to happy today. 0207 419 8939

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual\'s skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

About our client

Pentagon Talent are partnering with an award winning chartered accountants, tax advisers and business consultants who have built an outstanding reputation of excellence with their huge pool of clients. Pentagon Talent are supporting them in the recruitment of a Management Accountant to join either their Worthing or Brighton office. They work with a predominantly specialise in an interesting pool of clients of entertainment, media and high net worth individuals.

Duties and responsibilities

As a Management Accountant you will be staying on top of client\'s bookkeeping and monthly management accountants helping maintain a healthy cash flow for their business and identify trends in the finances. You will be the first point of support for junior members of the management accounts team. You will be visiting the firms clients. You will provide clear and prompt communication to managers in relation to timescales and deliverability of assignments.

Qualifications and skills required

In order to succeed as a Management Accountant you will be ACCA or CIMA qualified or part-qualified. You will have a sold understanding of accounting principles, with at least two years of experience in producing management accounts and bookkeeping. You will also have experience in using cloud software and be excellent at communicating with clients.

What\'s on offer

Our client offers excellent benefits where you can take advantage of the flexible and hybrid working policy and have the opportunity to work in a relaxed and friendly office environment. You will have 26 days holiday plus bank holiday and have the opportunity to purchase additional holiday.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual\'s skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Pentagon Talent are currently partnering with one of the accountancy firms that specialise in the Not-for-profit/Charity Sector. They are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Audit Junior to join their team. As an Audit Junior, you will be responsible for assisting with various audit engagements and ensuring compliance with accounting and auditing standards. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to kickstart their career in accounting and gain valuable experience in the field. You do not require prior experience within the NfP sector. My client is also open to taking candidates with exam fails. A full ACA training contract will be provided.

In this role, you will work closely with senior auditors and other team members to perform financial audits, internal control evaluations, and risk assessments. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse client base across NfP and charities. They will range from small to large organisations. Your main responsibilities will include conducting audit tests, preparing workpapers, analysing financial statements, and identifying any potential issues or discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and conducting financial audits in accordance with accounting and auditing standards
• Conduct audit tests, analyze documentation, and identify any discrepancies or areas of concern
• Prepare workpapers and audit reports to document findings and recommendations
• Collaborate with team members to perform risk assessments and evaluate internal controls
• Stay up-to-date with changes in accounting regulations and industry trends
• Communicate effectively with clients and respond to any audit-related inquiries or issues
• Assist in developing and implementing audit procedures and best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

Requirements

• Ideally a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 1 year of experience working within an practice.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles and auditing techniques
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in the use of auditing software and MS Office Suite
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual\'s skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

About our client
Pentagon Talent are partnering with a Top 30 accountancy firm to recruit for a Corporate Tax Manager in their Horsham office. My client work with a range of clients including not for profit organisations, ltd companies and private individuals.They provide a variety of services including but not limited to accounting, outsourcing, financial planning, legal services, audit and forensic accounting.

Duties and responsibilities
As a Corporate Tax Manager you will report directly to the head of corporate tax and ensure clients are fully tax compliant and also identify tax planning opportunities. You will assist UK and international clients structure their affairs tax efficiently, help manage the client relationship to become the trusted business advisor, assist with the managing of CT compliance services to a varied portfolio of corporate clients, review more complex corporation tax returns and computations. You will actively manage a team of five people.

Qualifications and skills required
In order to succeed you must be CTA qualified and have mentored junior staff previously. You will have exposure to international tax and have a good knowledge of UK corporation tax and have a sound grasp of other business taxes.

What\'s on offer
Our client offers a range of benefits including a genuinely supportive and collaborative environment, autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience. As well as this a generous annual leave allowance and an opportunity to buy up to five days holiday as well as hybrid and flexible working.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual\'s skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.