Cost Accountant jobs in United Kingdom

We are recruiting new job opportunities with the same accountancy firm based in Cambridge, who are hiring for both a mixed Audit and Accounts Senior position and also a Management Accountant position. To an extent, the role can be moulded to suit the successful applicant and salary will be dependent on experience.

This firm have a very strong portfolio of clients, including some larger, more complex work to expand your skill-set and offer excellent experience alongside studies. They are an independent firm, who have the friendly feel and support on offer, but with the scale and size to offer good pay, strong benefits and real career progression.

• Competitive salary in line with market rate.
• Hybrid and flexible working.
• Fresh fruit, crisps, chocolate and snacks for staff.
• Social events.
• Free parking.
• Staff development programme.
• Great opportunities for career development.
• Paid staff volunteering day each year.
• Commission paid for referred clients.
• Team lunches/Breakfast Club.
• Mental Health First Aiders.
• Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing App.
• Death in Service at 4 times salary.

• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion, in accordance with auditing standards.
• Supervise and review the work of junior team members, providing guidance and on-the-job training.
• Prepare audit planning documentation, including risk assessments and audit strategy.
• Perform substantive testing and analytical review procedures.
• Identify key audit issues and communicate findings to managers and partners.
• Ensure audit files are completed to a high standard and within deadlines.
• Liaise directly with clients to obtain information, resolve queries, and discuss audit findings.
• Prepare and present audit reports and management letters.

• Prepare statutory financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders in compliance with UK GAAP and FRS 102.
• Prepare management accounts and other ad hoc financial reports for clients.
• Assist in the preparation of corporation tax computations and supporting schedules.
• Review accounts prepared by junior staff and provide feedback to improve quality and efficiency.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact for day-to-day queries.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting, auditing, and ethical standards.

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly and quarterly management accounts for a portfolio of clients, including meaningful financial analysis, variance reporting, and clear commentary.
• Carry out bookkeeping duties such as maintaining accurate accounting records, processing transactions, and reconciling accounts.
• Prepare and review VAT returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with current regulations.
• Prepare statutory financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders.
• Produce corporation tax computations and assist with personal tax returns.
• Assist in preparing budgets, cashflow forecasts, financial projections, and broader financial planning analysis.
• Liaise directly with clients to gather information, resolve queries efficiently, and present financial results confidently.
• Support clients with accounting system queries, process improvements, and the implementation or optimisation of cloud-based systems such as Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, systems, and reporting for clients.
• Work closely with directors and team members to deliver consistent, high-quality reporting and service.
• Support, mentor, and develop junior staff within the management accounts team.