At Burgess Hodgson we know that a business is only as successful as the quality of people it employs. We take our recruitment seriously, and always look to employ the highest calibre of individual, no matter what the position. We like to think that our people feel part of a team – and are rewarded for the critical roles they play in developing the business.
We are currently recruiting for ACA trainees.
Other current job opportunities are as follows:
Qualified Company Secretary
Job Description:
We are a Canterbury based, 18 partner firm seeking a Qualified Company Secretary to join our Statutory Department.
The department is a busy part of the firm providing first class company secretarial and governance services to a large number of its corporate clients and LLPs.
The ideal candidate will be ICSA qualified and be able to hit the ground running, providing excellent support to the manager from the outset.
We are offering a competitive salary, based on qualifications and experience.
This is a full-time position.
The Role:
Working in our dedicated team, and managing your own portfolio of clients, you will help provide a broad range of duties including but not limited to:
- Arranging formation of companies and LLPs.
- Assisting with company reorganisations.
- Maintaining statutory records.
- Preparation and submission to Companies House of Confirmation Statements and other forms.
- Preparation of minutes.
- Undertaking Companies House and other searches.
- Day to day company secretarial services including officer appointments, resignations, changes of registered address and change of accounting reference date.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to step up in responsibility, as you will be both supporting the Manager with the department’s workload and affairs and supervising the development of trainee company secretaries.
The Candidate
The successful candidate should:
- Be ICSA qualified ideally with a minimum of two years’ experience in a relevant position
- Possess good knowledge of MS Office and Blueprint software (preferred)
- Demonstrate strong corporate administration skills
- Be able to work well with senior management
- Have excellent communication and organisational skills
- Be able to work to tight deadlines and manage several projects at any one time
- Be able to use their initiative and provide solutions
- Be flexible and have a diplomatic approach
To apply for this position, please send a CV and covering letter to Angela West (HR Coordinator): jobs@burgesshodgson.co.uk.
Telephone: 01227 454627
Trainee Company Secretary
Job Description:
We are a Canterbury based, 18 partner firm seeking a Trainee Company Secretary to join our Statutory Department.
The department is a busy part of the firm providing first class company secretarial and governance services to a large number of its corporate clients and LLPs.
The preferred candidate will have already started the CSQS qualification and ideally be part-qualified, moving towards becoming qualified.
We are offering a competitive salary, based on qualifications and experience and will fund course fees to completion of the CSQS qualification.
Alongside the formal qualification you will also be gaining work experience at Burgess Hodgson.
Upon completion of all CSQS modules and fulfilment of the work experience requirement you will be eligible to apply for full Chartered status of ICSA (The Governance Institute).
This is a full-time position.
The Role:
Working in our dedicated team, you will help provide a broad range of Compliance duties including but not limited to:
- Maintaining statutory records.
- Preparation and submission to Companies House of Confirmation Statements and other forms.
- Arranging formation of companies and LLPs
- Preparation of minutes.
- Undertaking Companies House and other searches.
The Candidate:
The successful candidate should have the following:
- Previous professional services experience would be desirable
- A good academic background
- Excellent communication skills
- Outstanding organisational skills
- Able to work to tight deadlines and manage several projects at any one time
- Be able to use their initiative and provide solutions
- Be flexible and have a diplomatic approach
To apply for this position, please send a CV and covering letter to Angela West (HR Coordinator): jobs@burgesshodgson.co.uk.
Telephone: 01227 454627
Qualified Taxation Staff
Salary: TBC
Job Description:
Due to expansion of our client base, Burgess Hodgson is looking to recruit Qualified (CTA and/or ATT) taxation staff in personal, corporate and mixed fields.
We are a reputable Kent based, 18 partner firm with over 100 staff along with a very strong tax presence. Although situated in Canterbury, our quality client base not only covers the South East and London but also beyond.
Therefore, if you are looking to progress your career or would like to explore this exciting opportunity further we would be delighted to hear from you.
If you have any questions or would like to email your CV and cover letter, please contact Angela West:
Email: asw@burgesshodgson.co.uk
Telephone: 01227 454627
