Moore Kingston Smith

Manager

• Provide advice to clients on capital allowances issues arising from property acquisitions, disposals, and developments.
• Undertaking capital allowances due diligence in respect of property acquisitions and disposals.
• Conduct property inspections across the UK to support the preparation of capital allowances claims.
• Taking responsibility for undertaking valuations of land, buildings and plant and machinery, and for the preparation of claims and reports that can be substantiated to HMRC.
• Develop and manage strong working relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Support business development initiatives, including participation in sales pitches, marketing activities, and client proposal preparation.
• Assist in mentoring and training junior team members, providing technical guidance and support where needed.

Senior Capital Allowances Manager

Capital Allowances Manager

Accounting Manager

• Start date: September 2026
• At Moore Kingston Smith, we believe in the potential of people to make a positive impact, fuelled by the power of genuine understanding.
• As an accredited training firm, we’re committed to providing first-class professional development in a supportive and friendly environment.
• Through our Level 4 Apprenticeship, you will gain hands-on experience, develop essential skills, and build the foundation for a successful career within our Business Outsourcing Services team.
• You will work with businesses across a wide range of sectors, delivering exceptional client service while earning a Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting from the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT).
• Our Business Outsourcing Services team supports businesses and individuals with their accounting, reporting, compliance and advisory needs.
• In this role, you will support the Business Outsourcing team in servicing existing clients, consistently aiming to exceed expectations and deliver a high standard of service.
• You will ensure client records are kept up to date and that internal systems and processes are followed.
• Additionally, you will collaborate with team members to help the team operate as efficiently and effectively as possible.
• With support and training, key responsibilities in the first 12 months will include:
• Being the point of contact for certain clients, liaising on behalf of appointed advisor/s
• Dealing with client queries, taking the appropriate action to ensure the query is dealt with in a timely and effective manner
• Data processing and utilising technology as much as possible to maintain the bookkeeping records and keep them up to date
• Bank reconciliations
• First draft of bookkeeping and low risk VAT returns for advisor review
• First draft of basic management accounts for advisor review
• Supporting the supplier payment run process
• Attending client sites to carry out the bookkeeping and other services required where necessary
• Monitoring own workflow and assisting colleagues where required
• Liaising with other departments, offices and colleagues in a polite and professional manner
• Building a strong broad knowledge of the services provided by the Outsourcing team
• Developing and maintaining good working relationships with the advisors, colleagues and management in order to provide an efficient and effective service to the advisor and the client, in all available mediums
• As you develop experience and confidence, you will start to take more ownership and communicate more directly with clients.
• You will begin mentoring newer team members and handling more complex technical areas.
• As you near completion of the apprenticeship, you will be considered for opportunities for further professional development.
• We have clear progression routes, and there’s plenty of opportunity to take your career in the direction you desire at Moore Kingston Smith.
• In fact, many of our partners started out as trainees here and through hard work, commitment and drive have gone on to leadership roles.

Accounting Apprentice – Business Outsourcing Services

Learning and Development

• Oversee the operational delivery of our Early Talent programme, ensuring a consistent and high-quality trainee experience.
• Lead and support a small team of Early Talent Advisors and a Co-ordinator.
• Work closely with training providers and professional bodies to shape study pathways.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the People Team and with business leaders to align trainee development with firm priorities.
• Contribute to strategic planning, workforce integration, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Early Talent Development Assistant Manager

IT Support

• Responsible for a portfolio of large UK and international groups and individual companies, both privately owned and PE backed, reporting under UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Report directly to Partners and Directors.
• Day-to-day contact with the MKS team, clients, HMRC and other professional advisors.
• Manage all aspects of audit management: job planning, budgeting, time management, delegating and supervising team members, monitoring progress, and managing projects.
• Conduct detailed review of files, debrief teams with a focus on feedback, and finalise files for RI review.
• Lead client meetings at planning and completion stages and throughout the audit as required.
• Tax compliance where required and liaise with Tax Specialists; subsequent submission to HMRC and Companies House.
• Promote the interests of the firm with colleagues, clients, prospective clients and other third parties.
• Motivate and encourage team, provide timely constructive feedback, produce training material and present to trainees on media sector topics.
• Assist with new client pitches and proposals and contribute to the Media Annual Survey.
• Awareness of wider firm teams and cross-selling opportunities; all aspects of client billing.

Audit Manager, Media

Controller

• Manage assigned ledgers, prioritising large and aged debts
• Manage your own sales ledgers and ensure timely payments
• Negotiate payment plans and take telephone payments
• Build strong relationships with key payment decision-makers
• Work closely with client leads and ensure queries delaying payments are resolved promptly
• Report on outstanding debts and collection progress and issue monthly statements
• Initiate legal demands and refer cases for legal proceedings when needed
• Maintain accurate collection records and contribute to process improvements within the team

Credit Controller

Recruitment

• Own the trainee recruitment process across various sub-departments, with a primary focus on audit.
• Screen applications in our ATS (Pinpoint) and review on-demand video interviews (HireVue).
• Conduct first stage interviews via Teams, providing feedback and recommendations on progression to final interviews (face-to-face), whilst aligning candidates to suitable sub-departments.
• Ensure timely and constructive feedback is provided to all candidates who complete an interview.
• Oversee the Early Talent Recruitment Assistant (Placement Student) in issuing employment contracts and related documentation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with schools, universities, and external partners to promote our early talent programmes.
• Enhance our early talent brand through engaging website content, social media, and strategic partnerships.
• Support our continuous Virtual Work Experience programme (Springpod) cycle, updating content and keeping talent pool engaged.
• Represent the firm at early talent attraction events, including careers fairs, skills sessions, and insight days.
• Produce reports and insights to inform improvements in recruitment processes, supplier relationships, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain high standards of data integrity within recruitment systems, ensuring accurate and up-to-date candidate and process records.
• Stay informed on recruitment trends and developments, applying insights to enhance our approach.
• Share knowledge and collaborate with colleagues across the internal recruitment community and wider People Team.
• Support the design and delivery of pre-boarding and “keep-warm” activities to engage upcoming new joiners.

Senior Early Talent Recruitment Advisor

Analyst

• Support the Head of Data Protection in driving the firm’s privacy compliance programme.
• Lead on key projects including data retention, vendor risk management and privacy impact assessments.
• Partner with teams across the business to strengthen compliance and embed best practice.
• Provide expert advice on GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018 and new data privacy legislation.
• Create tailored training and resources to raise awareness and build capability.
• Act as a trusted deputy for the Head of Data Protection, representing the team at senior forums.

Senior Data Protection Analyst

• Responsible for a portfolio of clients in excess of £250k - £500k+
• Delivering multiple assignments to agreed deadlines, reporting directly to the Partners
• Focus on non-profit organisations including Charities, Schools, Oxford colleges, Religious Organisations and NHS charities
• Attend client premises, seminars and occasional evening events
• Develop junior staff and support Firm's values
• Day to day contact with MKS team, clients, HMRC and other professional advisors
• All aspects of audit and accounts assignment management: job planning, budgeting, time management, delegating and supervising team, monitoring progress, detailed review of file, debriefing team
• Tax Compliance if required and liaising with Tax Specialists
• Finalisation of file for Partner review, calculation of corporation tax, submission to HMRC and Companies House
• Use IT and packages including Pro Audit, CCH, excel, word and power point
• Promote interests of the firm, motivate and encourage team, provide feedback
• Staff management: overseeing and mentoring trainees, assisting with motivation, supervision, training, development, debriefing
• Practice development: attend client gatherings/seminars, identify account development opportunities, assist with client pitches
• Administration: improve systems, assist with billing and debt collection

Assistant Manager/Manager - Audit, Accounts & Advice

• Lead and develop a geographically distributed IT support team.
• Manage day-to-day IT service delivery across Service Desk, infrastructure, and networking.
• Oversee incident, problem, and change management, ensuring swift resolutions.
• Act as ITIL lead, embedding best practice across the function.
• Monitor SLAs, KPIs, and service data, using insights to recommend improvements.
• Champion a user-focused service culture and support smooth transitions for new projects and systems.