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Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high‑growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We’ll broaden your horizons Working hard and working together, our Tax team thrives on keeping busy. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients’ evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you’re after a career that will keep you on your toes, we’ll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. We’ll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO’s partners to help businesses effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The role BDO’s Tax Accounting Group is a national group bringing together tax professionals who specialise in tax accounting and tax audit work. Headed by an equity partner, we can offer an exciting and quality career path for ambitious people. This role as Audit of Tax Director will provide tax audit support on our largest, high-profile audits across a range of groups and sectors. Just as key will be acting as a tax accounting specialist to our non-audit clients, assisting with complex provisioning engagements and the tax accounting aspects of GAAP conversions, carve out accounting and acquisition accounting. Clients and audited entities include FTSE companies, AIM listed companies, large inbounds and private equity backed businesses. You will be responsible for a number of tax audits, acting as the point of contact with the main audit team, and working closely with junior staff and tax partners to deliver this work. You will also work on a number of ad hoc, project based engagements working with other BDO teams, using your tax accounting knowledge in different contexts to deliver the best to our clients. You will act as a key contact for tax accounting queries for the wider tax and audit practices and be involved in coaching and training more junior members of the team. You’ll be someone with * CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent with demonstrable post qualified experience. * Significant audit of tax experience with the skills to deliver complex audits of tax and produce/review detailed audit documentation, ensuring compliance with audit methodologies and documentation standards. * Strong tax accounting background and ability to provide tax accounting assistance and advice. * Knowledge of tax accounting under FRS102 and IFRS; prior experience of US GAAP is useful but not obligatory. * Good project management skills, including managing multiple projects, meeting agreed deadlines, taking ownership and managing a team. * Experience of coaching and training more junior staff. * Experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders. * Experience of leading large scale or complex projects within own area of expertise. You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. #LI-SS2

Senior ODI ETL / OBIEE BI Developer 2 Year FTC - Hybrid Our client, a well-established financial services organisation, is seeking an experienced Senior ODI ETL & OAS / OBIEE BI Developer to support the design, development and ongoing management of enterprise banking data platforms. This is a hands-on senior role suited to a specialist with strong Oracle data warehousing, ETL and BI experience, combined with deep banking domain knowledge, particularly across Oracle Flexcube, Oracle ERP, and ideally Finastra OPICS. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality data integration, reporting and analytics solutions that support retail banking, treasury and finance operations. Key Responsibilities Data Warehouse & Data Mart Management * Design, implement and maintain data warehouse schemas and data marts * Develop scalable data models to support efficient reporting and analytics * Perform ongoing maintenance to ensure stability, performance and reliability ETL Development & Data Integration * Design, build and support ETL pipelines using Oracle Data Integrator (ODI) * Integrate data from multiple banking and finance systems * Ensure data quality, consistency and reconciliation across platforms * Optimise ETL performance for large-scale financial data volumes Data Management & Analysis * Develop complex SQL and PL/SQL for data transformation and analysis * Manage data structures to support efficient storage and retrieval * Troubleshoot data-related issues and support root cause analysis Business Intelligence & Reporting * Develop and maintain BI solutions using Oracle Analytics Server (OAS / OBIEE) * Create dashboards, reports and extracts for business and regulatory use * Analyse financial and banking data to deliver actionable insights Banking & Finance Domain Support * Apply strong knowledge of retail banking, treasury products and accounting data * Work with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions * Support data governance, audit and regulatory standards Senior ODI ETL / OBIEE BI Developer Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Workday Finance ConsultantSalary: Up to £95,000 + Bonus + BenefitsLocation: London - 2 days per week onsiteWorking Hours: Full time - PermanentA globally established organisation is seeking a Workday Finance Consultant to support finance transformation initiatives through the implementation, optimisation and ongoing enhancement of Workday Financials. This is a client-facing functional role suited to an experienced Workday Financials specialist who combines strong system configuration expertise with a solid grounding in accounting principles. The role involves working closely with Finance leadership to deliver scalable, compliant and high-performing Workday solutions across enterprise environments. Responsibilities for the Workday Finance Consultant: • Lead functional design workshops with Finance stakeholders across Record-to-Report, Procure-to-Pay and Order-to-Cash processes, • Configure multiple Workday Financial Management modules including GL, AP, AR, Assets, Expenses, Procurement and Banking, • Support Chart of Accounts design, accounting rules, allocations and financial reporting structures, • Drive data migration, validation and reconciliation activities including open balances and historical data, • Collaborate with integration teams to ensure seamless connectivity between Workday and external systems, • Develop and test Workday reports, dashboards and analytics for Finance leadership, • Configure business processes including approvals, workflows and control frameworks, • Support testing cycles including unit testing, UAT and cutover planning, • Ensure compliance alignment with SOX, GAAP and IFRS requirements, • Support post go-live stabilisation and hyper care, • Provide training, documentation and knowledge transfer to Finance users, • Strong hands-on experience configuring Workday Financial Management modules, • Experience with Business Process Framework configuration and security setup, • Strong Workday reporting capability including Advanced Reports and analytics tools, • Solid understanding of accounting principles including GAAP and IFRS, • Experience supporting Workday implementations or enhancements, • Experience in multi-entity and multi-currency environments, • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, • Exposure to UK finance or regulated industry environments Workday Finance Consultant

Robert Half Finance and Accounting are partnering with a fast growing Data Centre business in the UK who are looking to hire an immediate, qualified interim Financial Accountant for a 9 month role. Role: Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, German speaking qualified Financial Accountant for a 9 month role and as part of this role you will be responsible for the following duties: • Monthly Close & Reporting: Support monthly close activities for German and German JV entities under US GAAP, including journal review, variance analysis, and financial submissions., • GAAP Reconciliation: Perform reconciliations between German GAAP and US GAAP, investigating and documenting differences in line with group policies., • Process Documentation: Create and maintain SOPs and process documentation for key accounting areas, ensuring clarity, consistency, and control., • Balance Sheet Oversight: Conduct monthly balance sheet reviews and reconciliation reviews, ensuring account accuracy, completeness, and alignment with internal controls., • Statutory & Tax Support: Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts and support the collection of data for tax filings (including VAT)., • Audit Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams and external auditors to ensure timely, accurate statutory audits., • Compliance & Controls: Help ensure adherence to US GAAP, German GAAP, and internal accounting policies. Support the implementation of financial controls., • Issue Resolution: Investigate accounting issues, propose solutions, and drive improvements across processes and systems. The ideal candidate for this Financial Accountant role will be a qualified accountant CA, ACA or ACCA who is fluent in German and has experience working on German GAAP. You must be immediate or on a 1 week notice to be considered for this role. Client: Our client is a fast growing Data Centre business who are looking to recruit an immediate, qualified Financial Accountant for 10 month role. This role is fully remote and can be based anywhere within the UK. Salary & Benefits: This interim Financial Accountant role will be paying circa £400-450 per day, dependant on experience. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

The Finance Systems Lead is responsible for managing and optimising financial systems, software, and processes. This role involves collaborating with finance and IT teams to ensure that financial data is accurate, secure, and efficiently processed. The Finance Systems Lead will also play a key role in implementing and maintaining accounting software and tools, working closely with senior stakeholders to influence system strategy. ResponsibilitiesFinancial Systems Management: • Lead the administration and oversight of all financial systems, including ERP platforms, accounting software, and related tools., • Maintain data integrity and accuracy across systems, ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory standards., • Lead user acceptance testing of fixes and new features., • Monitor system performance, proactively troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to minimize downtime., • Partner with IT to manage system maintenance, upgrades, and infrastructure requirements. Process Improvement:, • Identify and deliver process improvements within finance and accounting workflows., • Drive automation initiatives to reduce manual tasks and enhance efficiency., • Establish and enforce best practices for system usage and financial data management., • Financial Reporting:, • Oversee the development of accurate, timely financial reports aligned with IFRS, GAAP, and regulatory requirements., • Design and implement custom dashboards and reporting suites for senior management and operational teams., • Support preparation of financial statements and disclosures. Data Security and Compliance (working in partnership with IT): • Collaborate with IT to implement robust security protocols safeguarding financial data., • Ensure adherence to compliance standards and regulatory frameworks., • Act as a key liaison during internal and external audits.Training and Support:, • Deliver training programs and create user documentation to maximize system adoption and effectiveness., • Provide ongoing support and resolve user queries promptly.Integration and Upgrades:, • Lead evaluation and selection of financial systems and tools., • Plan and manage system upgrades and integrations with other business platforms.ERP implementation Leadership:, • Serve as a core member of the ERP implementation team for the transition to Microsoft Dynamics 365 working collaboratively with the internal F+P Programme Team, and our external implementation Partner., • Analyze existing systems (Cygnum and Access Dimensions) and define requirements for the new platform., • Configure test environments to meet reporting and operational needs., • Oversee data migration and validation processes., • Collaborate with Information Systems to develop real-time reporting portals., • Design and deliver reporting suites for key stakeholders, including senior management and project teams., • Conduct system testing, develop training materials, and lead user training sessions.Additional, • Contribute to cross-functional initiatives and support organizational priorities., • Ensure compliance with Finance & Planning procedures and standards., • Equity, diversity & inclusion (EDI) is a core priority. To support and champion the embedding of this focus as a collective workforce responsibility, EDI should be integrated, where relevant, into all workstreams. Qualifications: • A recognised professional UK accountancy qualification. Experience: • ERP Implementation & Management: Proven track record in leading ERP projects (Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred), including system configuration, data migration, testing, and go-live support., • Financial Systems Administration: Hands-on experience managing accounting software, ERP platforms, and related financial tools., • Process Improvement & Automation: Demonstrated ability to streamline workflows, implement automation, and optimize finance processes., • Financial Reporting & Compliance: Experience developing custom reports and dashboards, ensuring compliance with IFRS, GAAP, and regulatory standards., • Data Security & Audit Support: Skilled in implementing security measures and supporting internal/external audits., • Training & Change Management: Ability to create training materials, deliver user training, and drive system adoption across teams., • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Experience working with Finance, IT, and business stakeholders to deliver strategic system initiatives. Aptitudes: • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy., • Project management skills for overseeing system implementations and upgrades., • Knowledge of data security and compliance requirements. Qualities and Skills required • Able to demonstrate ability to undertake the above responsibilities, • Legally able to work in the country in which the position is based, • Excellent organisational skills, • Good IT skills including advanced excel., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills– articulate and diplomatic manner., • Good interpersonal skills and able to work independently and as part of an effective team., • Methodical, accurate and consistent attention to detail, • Appreciation of, and commitment to, the business of the Practice, • Empathy with a creative environment, • Strong planning and workload management skills with the ability to manage short-term and long-term activities to agreed deadlines., • Able to demonstrate numeracy., • Honesty and discretion, • Able to manage sensitive and sometimes confidential information, • Self motivated and able to take responsibility, • Able to demonstrate initiative and a proactive approach to daily tasks, • Work independently and as part of an effective team, • Flexible attitude, • Able to build good relationships at all levels, internally and externally, • Resilient to cope with conflicting demands, able to prioritise duties and work effectively under pressure.

Position: M&E Consultancy Lead Job Level: Senior Associate Director Department: Facilities Management Reporting to: Director Location: London The Role Responsible for developing and assisting the strategic direction and project management of M&E Consultancy across BNPP RE’s Managed Portfolio. Effectively liaise with customers and colleagues at all levels. Assist in the development of an innovative, efficient future FM strategy focussed on a market leading FM service, in support of the overall Business Plan for Property Management. The role will focus on the delivery and oversight of M&E consultancy. The strategic aims will be: • Oversight of all M&E Consultancy Contract & Tender arrangements., • Oversight of all M&E Maintenance Contract Arrangements., • Building a pipeline of fee generation work. Including projects, new build design and mobilisation, Pre and Post-PC support. Incident and critical failure management, etc., • Strategic drive to lead and advise on the possible in-housing of M&E Consultancy into our FM business. Role Responsibilities • Delivering business solutions to areas highlighted by PM or FM Executives in line with the Property Management Business Plan, • Ensure projects are managed and delivered to the highest standard and within the agreed timeframes, • Producing documents and literature which form the basis of new processes and procedures, • Ensure BNP Paribas procedures and directives are continuously reviewed for effectiveness and always complied with through audit processes, • Create and implement training materials for new business solutions, • Able to manage a multi-faceted complex project, • Contribute to and take part in tenders for new business, • Prepare reports as required, • Preparation, monitoring and revision of current year budgets, • Identifies and develops opportunities to enhance the business, • Maintains and build a number of strategic (internal) client relationships, • Plans and manages projects requiring considerable creativity, foresight and judgement, • Manages projects which require cross functional co-operation, • Delivers projects that generate tangible benefit for the business and (indirectly) external clients, • Outcomes have 1-2 year time horizon, • Effective liaison with other parts of BNP Paribas Real Estate is critical to success Person specification • Degree or equivalent, • Full UK Driving Licence, • Membership or Associate Membership of IOSH, • National General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health – accredited by NEBOSH Experience • Solid FM and M&E Consultancy experience at senior management level, • Understanding of commercial leases and the landlord and tenant relationship, • Good understanding of service charge budgets and accounting principles, • Management of in-house and supplier staff, • Management of supplier relationships at a senior and strategic level, • Good health and safety and environmental knowledge, • Good mechanical and electrical services knowledge, • Fee generation and revenue management, • Experience of mobilising of new builds, • Excellent English language skills – both written and spoken, • IT literate – MS Office at intermediate level

Established Accountancy Practice – Accounts & Audit Semi-Senior - Orpington Your new company A well-established and growing accountancy practice with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality audit and accounting services. Our clients range from small owner-managed businesses to larger corporate groups, giving our team exposure to a wide variety of industries and challenges. Your new role As an Accounts & Audit Semi Senior, you will play a key role in supporting our audit and accounts teams. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone part-qualified who is eager to progress their career and gain hands-on experience in both audit and accounts preparation. Key Responsibilities • Assist in planning and conducting audits for a diverse client base., • Prepare statutory accounts., • Work closely with senior colleagues to deliver audit and assurance services., • Liaise directly with clients, building strong professional relationships., • Support junior team members and contribute to a collaborative working environment., • Part-qualified ACA/ACCA or AAT qualified with ambition to qualify., • Previous experience in accounts preparation within practice., • Audit experience is beneficial but not essential., • Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards., • Excellent communication skills and client-facing confidence., • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines., • Enthusiastic, proactive, and keen to develop professionally.What you'll get in return, • Full study support package to help you achieve your professional qualifications., • Exposure to a wide range of clients and industries., • Clear career progression opportunities., • A supportive, friendly team environment., • Competitive salary and benefits package.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4754055

Finance Manager job, Epsom Surrey for a leading Education provider. Excellent benefits and hybrid working Your new company A leading education sector organisation is looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join its high performing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys leading teams, improving processes and delivering high‑quality reporting. Your new role You will be taking on a key role reporting to the Head of Finance; • You'll be leading the transactional finance teams., • Producing monthly financial reporting., • Overseeing banking and cashflow., • Supporting central finance with statutory and year end accounting., • Support system/process improvements., • Prepare audit files., • Accounting qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ACA/overseas equivalent)., • Proven leadership and team‑management experience., • Strong month‑end and statutory experience. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Chris Evans now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # 4774902

Accountant job in London Your new company A fast‑paced FMCG business based in London’s West End, seeking an experienced Interim Accountant to support our finance function on an ongoing interim basis. This role will play a key part in ensuring robust financial control across Record to Report (RTR), Order to Cash (OTC), and Purchase to Pay (PTP) processes. The successful candidate will be hands-on, commercially aware, and comfortable operating in a dynamic environment. Your new role RTR – Record to Reporting & Compliance • Lead the month-end close process for selected areas of the P&L and Balance Sheet, • Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and prepayments, • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies, • Own the preparation of statutory financial statements and internal group reporting, • Liaise with HR and process payroll journals, ensuring accurate coding and classification, • Coordinate with external auditors for year-end and interim audit processes, • Ensure accurate and timely submission of tax returns, ONS surveys, and regulatory filings, • Review quarterly VAT returns and maintain/reconcile Excise and Customs Duty submissions, ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements, • Oversee credit control activities and aged debt monitoring, supported by an Assistant Accountant, • Assess creditworthiness of new customers, including credit checks and liaison with credit insurers, • Oversee the setup of new customer accounts and establish appropriate credit limits, • Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies or disputes in collaboration with Sales, Commercial FP&A, and Customer Service teams, • Initiate external collections activity when required, in line with company policy, • Monitor and enforce sales orders on hold for overdue customer accounts, • Create purchase orders (Capex and Services) and process goods receipts, ensuring invoice accuracy, • Support other business units with purchase order processing via the Coupa platform, including user training where necessary, • Oversee the weekly payment run in coordination with the Assistant Accountant, • Oversee and support outsourced teams responsible for purchase invoice processing, • Resolve discrepancies between purchase orders, receipts, and invoices, • Liaise with suppliers to resolve payment queries and delays, maintaining strong vendor relationships, • Oversee supplier reconciliations and aged payables reviews, • Oversee employee expense claims and corporate credit card reconciliations, • Request and oversee the setup of new vendor accounts in line with company policiesWhat you'll need to succeed, • Part-qualified of finalist Accountant (ACCA / CIMA or equivalent), • Proven experience in FMCG or a fast-paced, transactional environment, • Strong working knowledge of RTR, OTC, and PTP processes, • Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable operating in an interim capacity, • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities, • Confident stakeholder manager with excellent communication skills What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4769056

Group Accountant, Midtier ACA, recently qualified 0-2 years PQE, media agency Your new company I am working with an international media agency who are looking to hire a recently qualified ACA to join their fast-growing business. The company has exceeded growth plans over the last 18 months and are looking forward to a very impressive couple of years as the company looks to develop into new territories and diversify their product offering. Your new role As a Financial Accountant, this role will offer you a great opportunity to transition your practice experience into industry. The role will develop your core accounting, budgeting, forecasting and client engagement experience. What you'll need to succeed • ACA recently qualified (0-2 years pqe), • Audit / Accounts preparation, • Ambitious looking to grow, • Looking to work in a forward-thinking business, • Creative thinker What you'll get in return As a recently qualified Accountant, this role offers an opportunity to apply what you have learnt in practice within a commercial business setting. Working alongside a Financial Controller and Finance Director, you will have quality and successful seniors to learn from whilst also working as part of a high-performing team who have come from a similar background. The company have now opened their offices and offer a flexible working model and are focused on employing a well-rounded and diverse shortlist. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Nicolette now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. 4042495

Really exciting newly created stand alone Tax Manager role based in SW London Your new company I’m working on a really exciting newly created stand alone Tax Manager role based in SW London. The business is growing quickly and as result this new hire will have an important role within the wider finance function. Reporting into both the Head of Finance and the Group CFO the role will be responsible for overseeing and managing all tax-related affairs for the group world-wide. The Tax Manager will be expected to liaise with external tax consultants where necessary to advise senior leadership on tax strategy and planning. Your new role Responsibilities: Tax Compliance & Reporting • Manage all aspects of corporate tax compliance, including the application for registrations (VAT/GST/ CT) and ensuring tax returns are completed and filed (corporation tax, VAT, payroll taxes, WHT etc.). Note the finance team in the UK prepares and submits VAT returns and our payroll taxes are outsourced., • Have a comprehensive understanding of international tax compliance to ensure that WHT/GST/VAT obligations are being complied with, and where necessary steps taken to make the necessary returns using our local advisors., • Ensure timely and accurate submission of all tax documentation to authorities., • Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimise tax liabilities and optimise tax efficiency across the business., • Advise senior management on the tax implications of business decisions, transactions, and proposed structural changes., • Coordinate and manage tax audits and enquiries with HMRC and other tax authorities., • Work closely with accounting, finance, legal and external advisers to align tax positions with financial reporting and business objectives., • Act as the primary point of contact for tax authorities and external tax advisors., • Professional accounting/tax qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA and CTA)., • Strong technical knowledge and experience of UK and international tax, particularly in relation to property, construction, loan finance and asset management., • Be able to demonstrate experience in applying knowledge to compliance, reporting and planning both in UK and internationally., • Experience in a PE environment where delivery of reports is to strict deadlines.

A London-based family office is looking for a permanent Head of Finance, to work across the group. Your new company A headquarters function of a UHNW's family office. The investment portfolio includes direct investments in businesses/sectors and this role will be involved in accounting processes for each business. The investment strategy is to find industries the family can passionately support and use their businesses investment teams expertise to maximise returns and drive growth. Your new role Reporting directly to the CFO, this role is acting as advisory to the group businesses, including MDs of investment companies. The duties and responsibilities are broad and the role would suit a professional, chartered accountant, with investment background, currently with business leadership experience. Duties: • Overall ownership of all financial processes and improvement, • Advisory to investment business leaders, • Management and liaison of outsourced firms, • Provide Investment reporting and analysis, • Oversee complex transactions on a global scale, • Overall ownership of audit liaison process, • Reporting to the UHNW himself, providing support to strategic decision-making What you'll need to succeed You will need to come from an accounting background with experience preparing and taking ownership of the delivery of group accounts as well as performance analysis for the portfolio. The role would be perfectly suited to a well-educated professional who now wants ownership of an investment portfolio. It would be desirable to come from a regulated / investment / small business background. What you'll get in return You will get the opportunity to manage an overall function, but from a unique perspective and have very senior level exposure. You will be rewarded with a friendly, long-term business culture where you can see your career growing with the business operations. This role works directly with the Principle and global investment businesses during an exciting period of change. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. 3490919

Technical Accounting Manager - Insurance - London (Hybrid) - £110,000 - £125,000 Your new company A dynamic and forward-thinking insurance group is seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to join its London-based finance team. This is a pivotal role focused on embedding key reporting changes, providing technical and commercial guidance, and ensuring compliance with evolving accounting standards in a complex reporting environment. You’ll be instrumental in driving continuous improvement across reporting processes, maintaining robust controls, and supporting statutory and regulatory deliverables. Your new role Key Responsibilities • Lead technical reviews of statutory and regulatory reporting (Annual Reports, Solvency II, Lloyd’s, NAIC, etc.), • Ensure compliance with UK GAAP, US GAAP, IFRS, Lloyd’s, and Solvency II, • Produce technical accounting papers and evaluate the financial reporting impacts of significant transactions, • Act as the primary finance contact for projects and change initiatives, • Prepare and review Board and Audit Committee papers, • Support financial statement disclosures and complex journal entries, • Provide quarterly training and respond to regulator queries, • ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent), • Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, US GAAP, IFRS, Lloyd’s, and Solvency II, • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and handling complex data sets, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, • Analytical mindset with strong reconciliation abilities, • Proven ability to meet deadlines and solve problems independently If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4710174

Compliance Officer – Top 10 Accounting Firm - London - Up to £40,000 Your new company A rapidly growing UK professional services firm—one of the industry’s top performers—is seeking an experienced Financial Crime Officer to join its expanding Financial Crime function. With a legacy of over a century, the firm supports a wide range of clients and is committed to best‑in‑class regulatory compliance and robust financial crime oversight. Your new role As Financial Crime Officer, you will support the second line of defence, working closely with stakeholders across the firm to ensure adherence to AML and wider financial crime regulations. Your responsibilities will include: • Conducting risk assessments and advising on CDD and EDD, including reviewing and approving higher‑risk cases., • Overseeing enhanced ongoing monitoring of higher‑risk clients, including PEPs and adverse media., • Managing and investigating escalated sanctions, PEP and enforcement screening alerts., • Monitoring onboarding files (low and medium risk) and identifying training needs., • Supporting the production of MI, dashboards, and regulatory reporting., • Maintaining financial crime policies, logs, and procedures., • Drafting and preparing SARs for submission to relevant authorities., • Providing clear, consistent guidance on financial crime matters across the business. What you'll need to succeed • 3–4 years’ experience in a second‑line AML/financial crime role within a professional services environment (such as accountancy, audit, or advisory)., • Strong understanding of UK AML regulations, CDD/EDD processes, complex structures, and relevant guidance (e.g., JMLSG, CCAB)., • Exposure to the NCA SAR process, with experience drafting SARs desirable., • Excellent research skills with the ability to produce concise, accurate summaries., • Strong written and verbal communication skills and exceptional attention to detail., • Confidence to influence senior stakeholders and articulate financial crime risks clearly. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4770313

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT / FINANCE MANAGER – GLOBAL BUSINESS - £60-75K (DOE) Your new company I'm currently supporting a fast-growing global agriculture business with a strong presence across 15+ countries. They are now hiring a Senior Financial Accountant / Finance Manager to join their growing international team, reporting directly to the CFO. As this is a newly created role, the title is flexible. The business is open to candidates coming straight from practice as well as those with hands‑on industry expertise, however, IFRS experience is a must. This is an exceptional opportunity to step into a fast‑scaling global organisation! Your new role Reporting directly to the CFO, your duties will involve: • Prepare statutory and consolidated financial statements under IFRS, • Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, • Manage general ledger accounting in accordance with IFRS principles, • Prepare financial reports and analyses for management and group reporting, • Support internal and external audit activities, • Collaborate with controlling, external tax consultants, and treasury departments, • Industry experience with IFRS reporting (open on sector), • ACA coming straight from practice with IFRS exposureAny experience with group consolidations (auditing or preparing) will be advantageous. What you'll get in return Competitive salary of £60-75k (DOE), a discretionary bonus, and the support of the CFO to grow your skills & career. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4770665

Interim External Reporting Manager - 6months - FTSE100 PLC - c. £550 / day Your new company Step into a large, complex, and highly visible financial environment where technical accounting really matters. This is a rare opportunity to join a central reporting function at the heart of a major UK organisation, one that deals with high‑impact disclosures, senior‑level scrutiny, and a genuine commitment to improving financial reporting quality. If you’re looking for an environment where your technical skills actually get used, this is the perfect landing spot. Your new role You’ll play a key role in shaping external reporting across quarterly results cycles and year‑end disclosures. Expect exposure to senior finance stakeholders and the chance to take ownership of complex accounting areas, narrative reporting, and high‑profile notes. You’ll help coordinate reporting timetables, refine processes, contribute to governance over unusual items, and work closely with auditors. There’s also involvement in wider reporting initiatives, from ESG and non‑financial disclosures to improvements in reporting systems and controls. What you'll need to succeed This role is ideal for a technically strong ACA with Big 4 or top‑tier audit experience looking to step into an influential group‑level position. You’ll bring: • A deep understanding of IFRS and external reporting, • Experience leading or reviewing audits and handling complex disclosures, • Strong organisational discipline and comfort working to tight deadlines, • The ability to partner with senior finance contacts and explain technical matters clearly, • A proactive mindset, strong attention to detail, and an appetite for improving processes If you’ve ever reviewed annual report notes at 1am during year‑end and thought, “I’d love to be on the other side of this next time”... this is that role. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4764052

Technical Accountant - Listed Energy Company Your new company I am currently working with a listed London-based energy company who are looking to hire a Technical Accountant to join their Corporate Finance division. This is an excellent role looking for someone who wants to move from a corporate function into something more analytical. Your new role As a Technical Accountant, you will be working on financial technical accounting matters as well as being in charge of statutory reporting and financial statements. Some key responsibilities include: • Complex accounting: Revenue recognition, lease accounting, impairments etc., • Supporting audit processes: Internal and External 4617344

Junior Financial Accountant | Fintech Your new company Our client is a leading fintech organisation transforming the way people manage their finances. With a mission to make financial services simple, accessible, and engaging, this company has developed a cutting-edge, technology-driven platform that delivers exceptional service to individuals and businesses. Backed by strong investment and experiencing rapid growth, it now supports a diverse customer base across multiple regions. With a skilled team and clear momentum toward profitability, the company continues to expand and strengthen its market position. Your new role The client is looking for a pragmatic financial accountant with 1–2 years' experience. This is a great role for someone early on in their career who is ready to take the next step in an exciting start-up environment. Responsibilities include: • Preparation of monthly management accounts for all three trading entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of reporting, alongside variance analysis and trend reporting, • Preparation of payroll in both the UK and Estonia, ensuring compliance with local tax regulations, • Ownership of bookkeeping across all trading entities, • Preparation and posting of month-end journals, including prepayments, accruals, accrued income, etc., • Ownership of month-end balance sheet reconciliations and management of primary balance sheet ledgers (debtors, creditors, intercompany), • Management of finance inbox and ownership of internal and external day-to-day AP queries, • Responding to internal cost and reporting queries from around the business, including from Marketing, Operations and Sales teams, • Assistance in the completion of statutory accounts production and the coordination of annual audit process., • Preparation of supplier payment runs, • Supporting the Finance Lead in other ad-hoc areas including around business partnering, budgeting and forecasting, project accounting, and corporate finance administration, • Strong technical knowledge and experience of financial accounting/reporting and financial processes/controls, • Good knowledge of VAT and UK payroll-related taxes, • Intermediate competency in MS Excel & Google Sheets, • Xero experience essential, • Experience working with accounting systems integrations or automation tools (e.g. expense or payroll software), • Competitive salary, • Hybrid working (2 days in the office), • Free company lunch once a week, and free tea, coffee, soft drinks and snacks!, • Competitive holiday plan

A global leader in commerce are looking for a newly qualified, systems-savvy professional. Your new company A global leader in commerce, with an EMEA head office in London. The company would describe themselves as having an agile approach to change and are always looking for staff with long term career ambitions. This role will sit in a newly created function following the global roll out of a new system. Your new role Reporting to the Financial Controller, this is a newly created role working on global systems, it would be ideally suited to a newly qualified accountant who has real interest in systems, who could see themselves growing in this area in the long term. Duties: • Lead configuration and enhancement of finance systems, • Drive improvements and automation across accounting processes., • Maintain process documentation, user guides, and audit-ready materials., • Act as first contact for external auditors on system matters., • Develop reports, dashboards, and decision-support tools., • Provide user training and best-practice guidance. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4728537

Expense Analyst | Fund Finance | Temporary Your new company A UK-based investment manager responsible for safeguarding and growing a multi‑billion‑pound portfolio on behalf of hundreds of thousands of members through taking a long‑term, purpose‑driven approach to delivering sustainable outcomes. Their work spans various financial services, supported by a focus on responsible stewardship, risk‑adjusted long‑term returns, and positive social and environmental impact. The organisation adopts a holistic investment philosophy, leveraging its scale to influence market practices and support sustainable ownership. It operates with a strong values-led culture centred on integrity, community, and long-term alignment with members’ best interests.Your new role The client is looking for an expense analyst to join the team for a 6-month period to support the Expense Accounting Manager. Key responsibilities include: • Participation in all accounts payable processes in relation to the client's investment entities, • Responsibility for inputs into supplier sub-ledger and general ledger, • Processing of weekly payment runs including FX, individual CHAPS money transfers to suppliers and associated payment journals, • Processing of month-end journals, including all prepayments and accruals, • Supplier set up and management in line with the procurement policy, • General ledger account creation and maintenance, including linkage to appropriate budget approvers, • Building partnerships and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, • Production of monthly MI for senior management purposes., • Assisting with external and internal audit requests and any ad hoc investigations, • Supporting the wider F&IA team with ad hoc initiatives and BAU requirements as necessaryWhat you'll need to succeed, • Strong expense accounting fundamentals: debits and credits, raising journals, weekly payment runs, manual FX payments etc, ideally gained within financial services, • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, • Experience with Sun and Sage systems, • AAT qualified, • 2+ years experience in a similar role, experience within financial services or property preferredWhat you'll get in return, • Flexible working, • Generous annual leave 4769301

Hybrid London role with a major national charity offering work‑life balance and excellent development opps. ABOUT THE ORGANISATION Join one of the UK’s largest and most impactful charities – an organisation delivering life-changing services across communities nationwide. With a long history of social mission, they operate at scale across social welfare, community development, education, homelessness and support services. THE ROLE You will lead the provision of full management accounting support for a portfolio of key business areas, offering financial insight, analysis and proactive business partnering. Working closely with a Mission Management Accountant, you will help operational leaders understand performance, make informed decisions and plan effectively. Key responsibilities include: • Delivering management accounts, forecasts, variance analysis and commentary., • Supporting budget holders with budgeting, planning and monthly monitoring., • Providing financial advice, insights and training to non-finance stakeholders., • Preparing journals, accruals, prepayments and month-end schedules., • Supporting staffing/establishment analysis and headcount monitoring., • Assisting income streams through invoice management., • Producing financial modelling and strategic planning reports., • Preparing year-end schedules and handling audit queries. ABOUT YOU • Significant experience in management accounting, budgeting and financial analysis within a large complex organisation., • Fully qualified accountant., • Strong Excel and data analysis skills., • Ability to run full month-end independently., • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills., • Organised, proactive and solutions-focused. Desirable experience: charity accounting, VAT/Gift Aid, KPI development, strong excel ability. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU • Hybrid working: two days per week in the London office., • 35-hour working week with a strong work-life balance., • Pension: Matched pension contribution, • On-site café with discounts., • Minimum 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure. Please apply now for the opportunity to work with a large, purpose‑led charity making a real difference across communities every day. 4765578

London | Permanent | Top 15 Accountancy Firm Your new company A leading UK accountancy and advisory firm is recruiting a Financial Reporting Technical Manager to join its expanding Technical & Compliance function based in London. This role is well suited to a technically strong, qualified accountant looking to step into a firm-wide advisory and financial reporting role, supporting partners and client-facing teams on complex accounting and corporate reporting matters. Your new role You will join an established technical team that plays a central role in supporting quality, consistency and regulatory compliance across the firm. The position offers broad exposure to technically complex clients, senior stakeholders and evolving reporting requirements, away from day-to-day chargeable audit work. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking a long-term technical career path within a progressive, quality-led practice environment. Key responsibilities: • Reviewing annual reports and financial statements to ensure compliance with IFRS, UK GAAP, company law and regulatory requirements, • Researching, drafting and responding to technical accounting and corporate reporting queries, • Providing technical advice and support to partners and staff on complex or judgemental accounting matters, • Developing and issuing internal technical guidance, accounting updates and thought leadership pieces, • Supporting the creation and delivery of financial reporting training materials, • ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent), • Currently working in audit, financial reporting or a technical accounting role within practice, • Technically confident across IFRS and UK GAAP, • Strong in research, written communication and technical judgement, • Comfortable liaising with senior stakeholders and influencing best practiceThis role would suit:, • An Audit Assistant Manager looking to move into a specialist technical role, • A specialist technical role within a respected mid-to-top-tier firm, • Clear progression at Assistant Manager or Manager level, • Broad exposure to complex financial reporting issues, • Strong investment in training and long-term career development If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4763430

Technical Accounting & Group Reporting Manager - List Tech Group - Competitive Salary + Bonus Your new companyA global tech group is looking for a Technical Accountant to join its high‑performing Group Finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a role with real ownership, acting as the in‑house expert on revenue recognition and supporting wider group reporting across a complex international organisation. Reporting to the Head of Group Reporting, you’ll play a key role in interpreting accounting standards, strengthening compliance across the group, and partnering with finance teams worldwide. Your New Role • Lead on IFRS 15 compliance: Analyse complex client contracts, identify performance obligations, assess control transfer, and ensure accurate revenue recognition across a services‑based business., • Prepare technical accounting documentation: Produce memos, journal entries and supporting schedules for new and existing revenue arrangements., • Own key parts of month‑end close: Support monthly, quarterly and annual reporting cycles with accurate revenue and related balance sheet entries., • Act as a trusted technical point of contact: Provide clear guidance to internal stakeholders and external auditors, ensuring smooth and well‑supported audit processes., • Strengthen revenue controls: Contribute to the design and optimisation of central controls around IFRS 15., • Qualified Accountant (ACA) with strong technical accounting experience – Ideally Big 4 background, • Deep knowledge of IFRS 15, plus exposure to IFRS 16 and IFRS 2., • A background in services, digital media, advertising, consulting, or technology is highly beneficial., • Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel capability., • Excellent communicator able to translate technical concepts for non‑finance stakeholders., • Proactive, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working under deadlines. 4569644

Intercompany Accountant at an Architecture firm in London paying 50k part qualified Job Specification: Intercompany AccountantLocation: London Salary: £50,000 Contract: Full‑time, Permanent Qualification Level: Part‑Qualified (ACCA / CIMA / AAT Level 4+) Industry: Architecture & Design About the CompanyA leading London-based architecture and design practice known for delivering innovative, sustainable and award‑winning projects across commercial, residential, and public sectors. The firm operates globally, with multiple international entities requiring strong financial governance and seamless intercompany reporting. Role OverviewThe Intercompany Accountant will manage all intercompany accounting activities across the firm’s global entities. This role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of intercompany transactions, reconciliations, cost allocations, and statutory compliance. The successful candidate will work closely with project accountants, finance managers, and international offices to support a smooth month‑end and year‑end close.This is an ideal role for a part‑qualified accountant looking to step into a more complex, international finance environment within a creative industry. Key Responsibilities: Intercompany Accounting & Reconciliation • Manage and reconcile all intercompany balances across UK and international entities., • Ensure intercompany charges (fees, recharges, management costs, project allocations) are processed accurately and in line with group policies., • Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner., • Prepare monthly intercompany statements and work with overseas offices to resolve mismatches.Month-End & Year-End Close, • Support the month-end close process, ensuring all intercompany journals and adjustments are posted accurately., • Prepare intercompany-related schedules for audit and statutory reporting., • Assist with year-end eliminations and consolidation support where needed.Process Improvement & Governance, • Review current intercompany processes with the aim of streamlining workflows and improving control., • Implement best-practice procedures aligned with group finance objectives., • Ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards (IFRS), and external audit requirements.Operational Finance Support, • Work alongside project teams to ensure project-related intercompany recharges are accurate and appropriately documented., • Assist finance leadership with ad-hoc analysis, reporting, and cross-entity financial queries., • Participate in system enhancements and finance transformation projects as the firm continues to grow.Key Skills & ExperienceEssential, • Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or AAT Level 4+)., • Strong understanding of intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and multi-entity environments., • Experience working with international entities, multicurrency accounting, or group structures., • Excellent Excel skills (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, reconciliations)., • Strong attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines., • Clear communicator able to work with finance and non-finance stakeholders.Desirable, • Experience in architecture, engineering, construction, or professional services., • Knowledge of project accounting environments., • Exposure to IFRS and group consolidation processes., • Experience with systems such as Deltek, Netsuite, Dynamics, or similar.Benefits, • £50,000+ salary, • Study support for ACCA/CIMA, • Hybrid working (2–3 days in London office), • 25+ days holiday plus bank holidays, • Modern, design-led office environment, • Opportunities for progression within a global, design-focused organisation What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4763483

Interim Audit Trained Finance Manager – London – c. £450 / day Your new company Join a rapidly scaling, high‑growth tech business operating at the forefront of global business payments and multi‑currency solutions. Backed by major institutional investors and experiencing exceptional year‑on‑year revenue growth, this organisation has expanded globally and continues to invest heavily in its technology, infrastructure, and product ecosystem. . Your new role This role will support the senior team, with key responsibilities: • Take ownership of the global audit process, coordinating deliverables, resolving technical issues, and managing auditor interactions end‑to‑end., • Prepare and review audit schedules, technical papers, supporting documentation, and entity‑level audit packs, • Oversee a smooth, timely month‑end and year‑end close, ensuring accuracy across reconciliations, journals, and balance sheet integrity, • Lead on complex accounting areas (UK GAAP, multi‑entity considerations, judgement-based treatments) with minimal oversight, • Strengthen internal controls, ensuring financial data is consistent, compliant, and audit‑ready at all times, • Strong experience managing global or multi‑entity audits from preparation to sign‑off, • Deep technical accounting knowledge (UK GAAP essential) with the ability to handle complex, judgement-heavy areas, • Proven capability in running month‑end and year‑end closes independently and to tight deadlines., • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to preempt and address audit queries before they escalate, • A proactive, detail‑driven approach suited to a fast‑moving, scaling environment What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4693217

Director - Group Finance - Insurance - London (4 days office) - £150,000 - £175,000 Your new company A leading insurance group is seeking an experienced Director – Group Finance to oversee group‑level financial reporting, consolidation, IFRS 17 delivery, audit management, and to play a key role in supporting M&A activity. This is a high‑impact leadership role within a dynamic and growing organisation, offering significant exposure to senior executives and strategic decision‑making. Your new role You will be responsible for: • Leading the monthly, quarterly, and annual group consolidation process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement., • Overseeing preparation of consolidated financial statements under IFRS, including technical accounting guidance and high‑quality disclosures., • Owning IFRS 17 reporting, working closely with actuarial, FP&A, and business units to validate assumptions, outputs, and controls., • External audit, managing timelines, deliverables, and strengthening the financial control environment., • A recognised accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)., • Significant experience in insurance within a group environment., • Deep technical knowledge of IFRS, including IFRS 17., • Strong leadership capability and experience managing group reporting or consolidation processes., • Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and collaborate across functions. 4770562

Senior Project Accountant - Insurance - London (Hybrid) - £80,000 - £85,000 + bonus and benefits Your new company A leading international insurance organisation is seeking a highly capable Senior Project Accountant to join its Financial Control function. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with strong systems experience to play a pivotal role in shaping and improving key finance processes across a complex, fast‑moving environment. Your new role Your main responsibilities will include: • Enhancing financial systems and close processes, from small improvements to larger transformation projects, • Supporting analysis of financial results and ensuring accuracy across key insurance technical accounting areas, • Identifying, investigating and resolving data or accounting issues across finance systems, • Providing system support throughout the financial close cycle to ensure timely and accurate reporting, • Monitoring data flows and integrations across multiple internal platforms, • Raising, tracking and testing system fixes, enhancements and change requests, • Keeping process and control documentation up to date, • Assisting with external audit queries relating to system-generated balances, • Contributing to system governance committees and helping shape future prioritiesWhat you'll need to succeed, • Qualified accountant, or equivalent experience, • Strong understanding of insurance technical accounting across P&L, balance sheet and cashflow, • Experience delivering finance system projects or supporting system implementations, • Solid knowledge of financial systems, general ledger processes and data platforms, • Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with large, complex datasets, • Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail, • Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with IT, vendors and finance colleagues, • Clear and confident communicator, able to explain technical issues to non‑technical stakeholders What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4765298

Interim Group Financial Controller – Tech - c. £700 / day – London Your new company Join a dynamic, high-growth business backed by private equity, operating across international markets and scaling rapidly. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a transformation journey where finance is at the heart of strategic decision-making. The culture is fast-paced, ambitious, and collaborative, with a strong focus on innovation, governance, and performance. Your new role As Group Financial Controller, you’ll take ownership of group-level financial reporting, consolidation, and control across a complex international structure. You’ll lead the month-end close, manage external audits, and partner with regional controllers and senior leadership to ensure financial integrity and process excellence.This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you’ll: • Lead IFRS-based group consolidation and reporting, • Own the month-end close and challenge regional submissions, • Manage audit processes and statutory reporting, • Oversee intercompany reconciliations and balance sheet control, • Drive IP capitalisation and project accounting, • Champion process improvements and internal controls What you'll need to succeed • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with 8–12 years’ post-qualification experience, • Strong technical expertise in IFRS, consolidation, and financial reporting, • Proven experience in month-end close, audit management, and intercompany accounting, • Exposure to IP capitalisation and project accounting in a tech or services environment, • A resilient, collaborative mindset with a passion for process excellence, • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, PE-backed environment where change is constant is ever present. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4740513

Group Finance Manager - Agency - £75,000 to £90,000 The CompanyAre you an ambitious finance professional looking to make an impact at a global level? We’re seeking a Group Finance Manager to join a London-based Agency and play a pivotal role in shaping their financial reporting and control environment. Reporting directly to the Head of Group Finance, you’ll lead critical processes across global accounting, consolidation, technical accounting, and internal/external reporting. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your expertise will drive transformation and best practice. The Role • Own the external reporting timetable and deliver seamless quarter, half-year, and year-end reporting in collaboration with regional teams., • Lead financial accounting activities, including acquisition-related accounting., • Act as the key liaison with Group auditors and manage the audit process., • Deliver robust monthly group consolidation and management reporting packs., • Must be ACA qualified, ideally Top 10 trained., • Experience in a PLC or listed company environment., • Post-qualification experience within a large organisation., • Strong experience in Consolidation, • Strong technical knowledge of IFRS 4510772

Audit & Accounts Semi-Senior - Croydon Your new company A well‑established, medium‑sized accountancy practice known for combining the expertise of a larger firm with the personal, relationship‑driven approach of a boutique. Their team supports a diverse portfolio of owner‑managed businesses, SMEs, and growing groups across a wide range of sectors, delivering audit, accounts, tax, and advisory services with a focus on quality and long‑term partnership. They pride themselves on being collaborative, forward‑thinking, and genuinely invested in the development of our people. With a culture built on trust, progression, and professional curiosity, they offer an environment where you can grow your skills, take on meaningful responsibility, and build a rewarding career. Your new role You’ll play a key role in delivering high‑quality audit and accounting services, supporting seniors and managers, and becoming a trusted point of contact for clients. This role suits someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a collaborative environment, and wants a clear path for progression. Key Responsibilities • Assist in the planning, execution, and completion of audits for a wide range of clients, • Prepare year‑end statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders, • Prepare corporation tax computations and support with tax compliance, • Work closely with seniors and managers to ensure assignments are delivered on time and to a high standard, • Build strong client relationships through clear communication and a proactive approach, • Support and mentor junior team members where required, • Keep up to date with technical knowledge and professional standardsWhat you'll need to succeed, • Part‑qualified ACA or ACCA (or equivalent), • Experience working within a UK accountancy practice, • Solid understanding of audit processes and accounting standards (FRS 102 experience desirable), • Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills, • Confident communicator with a positive, team‑focused mindset, • Able to manage your own workload and meet deadlines, • Motivated to progress your career and complete your professional qualificationWhat you'll get in return, • Study support, • A clear progression pathway within a supportive team, • Exposure to a varied and interesting client base, • Flexible working options, • Competitive salary and benefits package, • A friendly, collaborative culture where your development genuinely mattersWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4773777

Applied AI / Automation Engineer Location: London (Hybrid) Salary: £70k + (DOE) The Role A London-based financial services firm operating within the hedge fund and asset management space is seeking an Applied AI / Automation Engineer to join its Data Science function. This role will focus on designing and building an intelligent reporting and automation platform to support fund operations and administration teams. The successful candidate will work closely with both technical and operational stakeholders to deliver measurable efficiency gains and scalable automation solutions. The overall objective is to modernise reporting production and reconciliation processes through the application of modern data engineering practices, AI-enabled automation, and agent-based workflows. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on building reliable, production-grade systems within a complex financial environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead the design and development of an end-to-end automated reporting platform., • Build intelligent workflows to automate data ingestion, validation, reconciliation, and reporting processes, replacing manual operational workflows with scalable, controlled systems., • Design exception-handling and human-in-the-loop mechanisms where full automation is not appropriate., • Ensure the platform delivers high levels of accuracy, auditability, and operational resilience., • Work closely with product and operations stakeholders to translate operational complexity into structured technical solutions., • Develop the system as a maintainable internal product, rather than a collection of standalone scripts or tools., • Strong automation engineering capability with the ability to apply AI in real operational environments., • Strong hands-on experience with Python and SQL (3+ years), • Experience designing and implementing data pipelines and automation systems., • Experience integrating systems via APIs and structured data feeds., • Experience building reliable, monitored, and maintainable production systems., • Familiarity with version control (Git) and CI/CD pipelines., • Experience implementing testing frameworks to ensure system reliability and accuracy., • Strong systems thinking with the ability to design end-to-end technical solutions., • Exposure to financial services workflows such as reconciliation, accounting, or operational controls., • Experience building systems in regulated or audit-sensitive environments., • Familiarity with workflow orchestration tools. This is an opportunity to design and build an AI-driven operational platform from the ground up within a sophisticated financial environment. Through the application of automation, AI agents, and modern data engineering, the role will help shape how AI augments and transforms operational workflows across the organisation. Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Big Four Treasury Advisory Opportunity Hays are delighted to be partnering with a member of the Big Four in their search for a Manager to join their rapidly expanding Accounting Advisory Services (AAS), Treasury team. The team is scaling and focused on serving the world's leading Corporate Treasuries with their most complex business challenges. The team offer deep treasury expertise in financial products and markets, risk management, systems, governance, valuation, and accounting. As a Manager, you will liaise directly with your clients responding to a range of technical queries, drawing both on your own expertise and identifying when additional input is required from more senior colleagues. Your role will also include business development activities, contributing to the team’s growth and success. You will lead teams and supervise the work of junior staff. You will also have performance management responsibilities for a small number of employees. We are firmly committed to supporting your career development and will provide you with the breadth and depth of experience to facilitate this and support you in identifying areas of specialism. What will you be doing? • Undertaking reviews and implementations of Treasury strategies, policies, target operating models, cash management processes, and technology and systems., • Conducting risk management assessments including foreign exchange, interest rate, credit and commodities., • Conducting internal audits on treasury functions ranging from FTSE100 to Housing Associations and Charities, including benchmarking., • Providing technical support on accounting and regulatory change projects such as IFRS 9, new UK GAAP, EMIR and Basel III., • Assisting with delivering Treasury advisory projects, ranging from strategy reviews, target operating models, and audit support, including providing input to larger, multidisciplinary teams., • Supporting the business development of IFRS 9 client proposition/offering, including responses to IFRS 9 client proposals, with a primary focus on Corporates, Listed and Regulatory.What you'll need to succeed, • Experience working within an accounting advisory function of a professional services firm/corporate business sector, • Experience working in a Corporate Treasury function with good technical knowledge of financial instruments, risk management, treasury strategies, systems, governance and controls, • Sound technical knowledge of IAS 39 and IFRS 9 standards, and their practical application, • Business development experience with new and existing clients 4745459

6m FTC Tax Analyst required for large pharma business Your new company I'm working with a global pharma business who are looking to recruit a Tax Analyst on a 6-month FTC basis to help support the Director of European Tax on operational tax matters. Your new role The purpose of this role is to support the accurate, timely, and compliant preparation of financial, operational, and tax-related data needed for cross-border indirect tax (VAT/GST), direct tax, and transfer pricing compliance across multiple jurisdictions. The role focusses on gathering, checking, and organising data to ensure the group's tax teams and external advisors have the information they need to meet statutory reporting requirements, reduce audit risk, and maintain alignment with OECD, EU, and local country tax rules. Data Collection & Preparation Gather financial and transactional data from ERP systems, shared drives, and business teams for use in VAT, corporate tax, and transfer pricing compliance. Ensure completeness and accuracy of raw data before submission to tax teams or external advisors. Preparing periodical TP adjustment calculations and cost allocation data for accounting close. Indirect Tax (VAT) compliance Preparation Extract and prepare VAT-relevant data such as taxable transactions, VAT codes, SII submissions (Spain), EC Sales Lists, and Intrastat. Assist with identifying basic coding issues or anomalies and flag them to senior colleagues. Direct Tax Support Support accounting team in compiling data needed for annual corporate income tax returns including trial balance extracts, cost centre reports, and general ledger details. Support in validation of CbCR and Globe minimum tax data, to be supplied to external providers. Transfer Pricing Support Prepare transaction listings, intercompany charge summaries, and other inputs required for transfer pricing documentation (Local File, Master File) under supervision. Assist with extracting financial information for benchmarking or functional analyses. Work with external providers to complete TP documentation write-ups. Support in gathering information requests from our HQ needed for the further processing of APA. What you'll need to succeed Qualified - ACA / ACCA / CTA Hands on tax experience gained from an in-house environment What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # 4774297

Royalty Auditor - Entertainment Business - London - Up to £75,000 Your new company A leading global brand licencing organisation is seeking an experienced Royalty Auditor to join its London‑based team. Working across a diverse portfolio of high‑profile consumer, entertainment, and corporate brands, this role offers the opportunity to support major international clients through robust royalty compliance and commercial insight. Your new role As Royalty Auditor, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of royalty compliance reviews, from planning through to execution and reporting. You will collaborate closely with multinational brand teams, audit colleagues, legal, contract administration and royalty management functions. This position requires a commercially‑minded individual able to work autonomously while contributing effectively to wider project teams. What you'll need to succeed • ACA or equivalent qualification preferred (not essential)., • 3+ years' royalty audit experience within brand licencing, entertainment, music, sports, publishing, or similar sectors., • Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4765464

Financial Controller based in the West End, paying £60-80k, qualified, London, City of London, Your new company I am working with a high-performing SaaS company based in London (West End), hiring a qualified ACA / CIMA /ACCA (or equivalent) person to join the team as the Financial Controller. You will be working for a growing business which has a small company feel in London but is part of a larger group. This is a dynamic and entrepreneurial business seeking a hands-on qualified finance professional to join their team. Your new role As a Financial Controller, you will be reporting to the CFO and owner of the business. Your key duties include: • Overseeing the day-to-day finance function, • Responsible for the preparation of monthly management accounts, • Cash flow management and reporting, • Quarterly VAT returns, • Assisting with the year-end audit, providing information to the auditors, • Analysis of operational costs and gross margins, analysis of site profitability, • Budgeting & forecasting, • Preparation of the annual budget with the board, • Responsible for authorising bank payments, • Responsible for setting company-wide authorisation limits., • Strong, hands-on accounting background, either gained in practice or within an SME, • Minimum three years of relevant experience, • Netsuite experience (desired) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Nicolette now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # 4014517

Hays Recruitment | Senior Internal Auditor | Investment Management | Hybrid | £80k Your new company The Firm is a leading global investment management organisation, providing high-quality research and a broad range of investment services to institutional, individual, and private clients worldwide. It employs over 400 investment professionals specialising in growth and value equities, fixed income, blended strategies, and alternative investments, and operates in more than 15 countries through subsidiaries and joint ventures. The Firm’s research capabilities span fundamental, quantitative, economic, and currency analysis, enabling it to deliver tailored investment solutions through its integrated global platform. It also provides independent research, portfolio strategy, and brokerage-related services to institutional investors. Your new role • We are seeking a Senior Auditor with fund management audit experience to join the Internal Audit Department (IAD). This role offers the opportunity to deliver value‑added audit and advisory services within a dynamic team., • The IAD’s mission is to operate as a trusted advisor, providing global assurance and advisory services that support risk management and operational excellence through audit best practices., • The Senior Auditor (London) will join the Non‑US Internal Audit Group and, under the guidance of Audit Management, will plan, execute, and report on audit assignments across European entities, primarily in London and Luxembourg, in line with the Firm’s audit methodology. What you'll need to succeed • Degree ‑ educated professional with a recognised accounting or internal audit qualification (or equivalent advanced qualification), • 3–5 years’ experience within financial services, ideally in fund management, with flexibility to consider strong candidates from related investment or asset management environments, • Proven internal audit experience, or hands ‑ on exposure to risk and control assessments gained through roles in operations, compliance, or risk, • Experience working in a fast ‑ paced, regulated investment environment, with the ability to add value through practical, solutions ‑ focused audit insightsWhat you'll get in return, • Hybrid working model with a central London office (3 days per week onsite), • Competitive base salary of £65,000–£80,000, plus bonus and comprehensive benefits 4764348

Finance Analyst London Borough of Brent - Finance Analysts x3 positions £48,003 - £58,461 (depending on experience as per the JD)Permanent3 days a week in the office, 2 days from home Wembley Your new companyAt London Borough of Brent, finance is more than just producing the accounts, it’s about enabling transformation, safeguarding public resources, and helping shape the future of our borough. Working closely with colleagues across the council to ensure that financial insight is at the heart of decision-making. Their work is grounded in fairness, inclusion, and respect, and great pride is taken in creating a team environment where every voice is heard, and every success is celebrated. These values are not just aspirations, they are embedded in how they lead, how they support each other, and how they deliver for Brent’s communities. Your new roleThere are 3 positions on offer at the Finance Analyst level – Finance Analyst - HRA In your role as Finance Business Partner, you will support the Senior Finance Analyst in preparing the HRA annual statement of accounts and accompanying notes, as well as responding to subsequent audit queries. You will undertake a range of financial checks and reconciliations, support annual housing rent setting and tenant service charge reviews, and contribute to updating and monitoring the HRA Business Plan. In addition, you will assist in the preparation of HRA budgets and provide analytical support to ensure sound financial decision‑making. Finance Analyst - Capital As a Finance Analyst within the Capital Team, you will operate as a Business Partner, providing high‑quality financial and accounting support across a designated area of the Council’s capital programme. You will advise officers on a wide range of financial matters, ensuring alignment with the Council’s strategic and operational objectives.Your responsibilities will include maintaining and updating the asset register, appraising new capital projects, and leading key capital financial reporting tasks. Strong analytical skills and financial modelling capability are essential, enabling you to inform strategic decision‑making, improve financial performance, and support delivery of the Council’s wider capital priorities. Finance Analyst - Children & Young People You will act as the Finance Business Partner for the Children & Young People’s directorate, with a particular focus on services supporting the inclusion of children with Special Educational Needs. You will play a key role in the ongoing programme to reduce the Dedicated Schools Grant deficit, undertaking detailed and complex data analysis, and supporting the budget‑setting process. Your financial expertise will help ensure robust planning, monitoring, and delivery of resources across the directorate. What you need to succeed • The ideal candidate will be a part-qualified accountant or hold an AAT qualification, with a strong interest in pursuing a more technical role within finance., • A genuine curiosity about the funding mechanisms of local government and a commitment to staying informed on statutory regulations are essential., • Competitive salary, • The opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme, • Generous holiday entitlements starting from 27 days' holiday a year, • A full range of family-friendly policies, including generous maternity and paternity entitlements and childcare schemes, • Flexible working patterns, including hybrid working, • Training and development opportunities, • Good travel links in and out of Wembley and a range of cost-saving travel schemes, • Access to My Brent Rewards, our dedicated website for staff with big brand discounts and local offers, • Work at the outstanding state-of-the-art Brent Civic Centre, • Season ticket loan for public transport, • Cycle to work scheme and good onsite facilities The closing date will be 15th March but please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Please do not wait until the closing date to apply. 4697200

Technical Accounting Manager / Senior Manager - Fixed Term Contract - Professional Services Firm in London Your new company A market leading top 20 professional services firm in London is seeking a Financial Reporting Manager to join the team on a fixed-term contract. The firm has an extensive international presence with over 400 offices spanning over 100 countries and works with a number of clients from SMEs through to large multinational corporations. The firm provides a full range of accountancy, audit, tax and advisory services to its clients and prides itself on providing an exceptional service to all its clients. Your new role In your new role as a Financial Reporting Manager, you will be responsible for conducting complex and technical reviews of financial statements and annual reports for a number of local and international clients across the portfolio. The role also involves researching, drafting, and responding to technical queries on accounting matters, including IFRS, UK GAAP, UK company law, and corporate reporting. In addition, you will provide technical support and advice to partners and staff across the Firm. Another key element of the role is to assist in developing and issuing guidance notes to the team and partners, maintain the firm's technical content and reviewing training materials. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this position, you will hold a professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with an excellent technical understanding of local and international accounting standards. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive a competitive salary along with benefits. The firm offers hybrid working 3 days in the office 2 working from home. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4758778

Technical Accounting Manager - Listed Media - £80,000 to £90,000 + bonus Your new company A Global Media Group is looking for a Technical Accountant to join its high‑performing Group Finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a role with real ownership, acting as the in‑house expert on revenue recognition and supporting wider group reporting across a complex international organisation. Reporting to the Head of Group Reporting, you’ll play a key role in interpreting accounting standards, strengthening compliance across the group, and partnering with finance teams worldwide. Your New Role • Own IFRS 15: Review complex client contracts, pin down performance obligations, and ensure revenue is recognised accurately and on time., • Write technical papers: Produce clear memos, journals and support for new and existing revenue arrangements., • Drive month‑end accuracy: Deliver high‑quality revenue and balance sheet entries across monthly, quarterly and annual closes., • Be the go-to expert: Guide finance teams and auditors with clear, confident technical advice., • Strengthen controls: Improve and embed IFRS 15 processes and controls across the group., • Support wider reporting: Contribute to IFRS 16, IFRS 2 and help lead the group’s rollout of IFRS 18. What You'll Need to Succeed: • ACA qualified, ideally from a top audit firm., • Strong technical accounting skills, especially IFRS 15 (IFRS 16/IFRS 2 is a plus)., • Experience in the media, digital, consulting or tech sectors is highly valuable., • Sharp analytical skills and strong Excel., • Clear communicator who can explain technical issues simply., • Detail‑driven, proactive and calm under deadlines., • UK right to work required. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4775227

Part-Time Financial Controller - Tech - London - c £70,000 Your new company Join one of the fastest‑growing, VC‑backed tech businesses in the market, a company building cutting‑edge platforms used by global teams. Operating in a fast-paced, product‑led environment, this is a place where ambitious talent thrives. The culture is energetic, progressive and centred around ownership, flexibility, trust and delivering real impact. Expect a modern, people‑first approach where pace, innovation and continuous improvement are part of daily life. Your new role As Financial Controller, you’ll be the driving force behind operational finance in a rapidly scaling environment. This is a high‑impact, sleeves‑rolled‑up role with direct responsibility for building rigour, strengthening reporting, and ensuring financial processes scale in line with fast growth.You’ll: • Lead month‑end, quarter‑end and year‑end reporting cycles, including group consolidation across international entities., • Oversee statutory accounts, audit processes and corporation tax work alongside external advisors., • Support R&D tax credit and US tax submissions, with a view to taking full ownership., • Manage cashflow, banking relationships and key financial operations., • Run payroll and coordinate with overseas accounting partners., • Build, refine and optimise financial systems, processes and controls to support scale., • Partner closely with cross‑functional leaders in a high‑speed, high‑expectation environment. This role suits someone who is energised by scale‑up intensity, quick decision‑making, and the opportunity to shape a finance function during a period of rapid expansion. What you'll need to succeed • Qualified accountant (ACA/CA preferred) with strong post‑qualification experience., • Background in both practice and industry within a fast‑paced operational finance role., • Experience across consolidation, reporting, audit, tax and financial controls., • A proactive, agile, delivery‑focused mindset — someone who pushes projects forward and thrives without micromanagement., • Excellent communication skills, especially within a remote or hybrid environment., • High attention to detail and the ability to switch seamlessly between detail and strategic context., • Strong skills in Excel/Google Sheets. Bonus points for: • SaaS or subscription‑based business models, • Xero experience, • Financial modelling, • Systems upgrades or transformations, • Prior audit leadership (either side of the table) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4760449

Finance Admin | UK Leading Investment Management | London Your new company An established and highly respected organisation within the financial markets is seeking talented professionals to join its growing team. Operating at the heart of investment services, this firm delivers robust, technology-driven solutions that support advisers, institutions, and investors across the UK. With a strong focus on transparency, efficiency, and long-term value, this is a unique opportunity to contribute to a business that plays a critical role in the infrastructure of modern wealth management. Your new role (14 Month FTC) We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive individual to join a busy Finance Team within a respected financial services organisation. This role plays a vital part in supporting core finance operations, including the accurate and timely processing of invoices and expenses, daily bank reconciliations across multiple corporate accounts, preparation of financial reports for senior stakeholders, and collaboration with external auditors during interim and annual audits. It’s an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure within a fast-paced and highly regulated environment. Accounts Payable & Financial Operations • Process a high volume of supplier invoices using Navision (Microsoft Dynamics NAV), • Manage staff expenses and company credit card transactions, • Raise and process payments via cheque, CHAPS, and BACS, • Perform double-entry bookkeeping, including prepayments where applicable, • Liaise with vendors regarding payment queries and schedules, • Support accountants with cost variance analysis, • Provide departmental cost reports and invoice documentation to budget holders, • Monitor aged creditors and maintain accurate records, • Conduct daily bank reconciliations across 45 corporate accounts, • Reconcile petty cash and intercompany balancesAudit & Reporting, • Liaise with external auditors during interim and year-end audits, • Prepare financial documentation and reports for audit review, • Assist with quarterly profit verification processesSystems & Projects, • Support the upgrade of the accounting system to Dynamics 365 Business Central, • Assist with Payment Practices Reporting, • Provide general support across the finance function as neededWhat You’ll Need to Succeed, • Experience in financial services, ideally within a fast-paced environment, • Part-qualified in ACCA, CIMA, ACA (or equivalent) or equivalent through relevant experience, • Hands-on experience with accounting system upgrades and purchase order workflows (Dynamics 365 Business Central preferred), • Strong understanding of accounts payable and double-entry bookkeeping, • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, • Educated to degree level in Accounting or a related field (or equivalent experience), • A proactive, can-do attitude with excellent attention to detail, • Ability to manage workload under pressure and meet strict deadlines, • Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, • A collaborative mindset and commitment to continuous improvementReferencing will be requested for this role. What you'll get in return • Pension Scheme, • Hybrid working model for greater flexibility, • Optional private medical insurance 4736140

Lead on financial accounting and tax for an International music education organisation. The OrganisationThis is a large, well-established UK-based charity operating at national and international scale. The organisation generates significant annual income, with a substantial proportion derived from overseas activity, and manages complex operations across multiple jurisdictions. Its work reaches a very large global audience through a mix of services, products, and digital platforms. The organisation is in a period of continued development and international growth, which has increased the importance of strong financial governance, technical expertise, and effective leadership within the finance function. As part of this evolution, the organisation is strengthening its senior finance team to ensure robust controls, high quality reporting, and compliance across an increasingly complex operating environment. The RoleThe organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Financial Accounting to lead statutory reporting, financial controls, and tax compliance. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this role is a key part of the senior finance leadership team and oversees one of three core finance functions, working closely with colleagues responsible for planning, analysis, and transactional finance. You will be responsible for the monthly close, preparation of statutory accounts in line with relevant regulatory and charity reporting requirements, and management of the external audit process. The role also has accountability for UK and international tax compliance, working with external advisers as required. In addition, you will play a central role in strengthening financial controls, overseeing treasury and cashflow management, driving process and systems improvements, and providing technical and commercial advice to senior stakeholders. The role is critical in ensuring financial integrity and consistent standards of governance across a diverse and evolving organisation. The PersonThe organisation is looking for a qualified finance professional (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with strong technical expertise in financial accounting and tax. The successful candidate will demonstrate: • Significant experience in statutory reporting, financial accounting, and audit management, • Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting standards and relevant reporting frameworks, • Experience working within a complex or international organisation, including exposure to cross-border considerations, • A proven ability to improve financial controls and lead change initiatives, • Strong communication skills, with the confidence to advise and influence senior leaders, • A senior leadership role with real influence and visibility, • The opportunity to shape financial governance during a period of organisational change and growth, • Work within a purpose-led organisation with a meaningful mission, • A competitive salary and benefits package, including pension provision, generous annual leave, and flexible working arrangements, • Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities, • A collaborative and supportive working cultureHow to ApplyABRSM are working in partnership with Hays Senior Finance to identify the right person for this role. Please contact Peter O’Sullivan at Hays if you have any queries, but the first step towards being considered is to make your application. If suitable, Peter will follow up with a call to discuss next steps. # 4754310

Assistant Accountant | Banking | London Your new company A UK-based financial institution that operates across the retail, commercial, and investment banking sectors. With a strong presence throughout the United Kingdom and international operations in select markets, the bank serves millions of customers ranging from individuals and small businesses to large corporations and institutions. Your new role The client is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join the team on a rolling basis (minimum 3 months). Key responsibilities include: • Assist with the preparation of the statutory accounts for FRS102 financial statements for UK legal entities, including gathering support and working calculations, • Liaise with the external auditors, PWC, at interim and final audit and answer audit queries, provide evidence, • Monitoring balance sheet reconciliations and undertaking investigative work to provide commentary on variances and identify issues when they arise., • Month-end tasks including prepayments, accruals, depreciation calculations & journals., • Assist with refreshing processes to reflect accounting system change from SmartStream to Workday in early 2026, • Assist with preparation of management reporting packs, • Assist with climate reporting for the corporate entities and address data audit queries., • Part-qualified ACCA or CIMA, with proven experience working in a banking environment, • Knowledge and understanding of Financial Services/banking processes., • Strong numeracy skills and understanding of financial statements, • Strong communication skills (written and verbal) • Working for a highly reputable financial services firm, • Hybrid working, • Competitive daily rate and possibility of extension of contract What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4701011

Head of Finance possible route to FD Your new company Head of Finance – Watford Salary: £95,000–£115,000 + Bonus + Benefits Location: Watford office based The RoleWe are seeking a Head of Finance to lead the UK finance function, driving strategic growth and ensuring robust governance across a regulated environment. This is a pivotal leadership role, reporting to the UK Managing Director and partnering closely with global stakeholders.Key Responsibilities • Develop and execute financial strategy aligned with business objectives., • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and statutory reporting., • Ensure compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS and regulatory requirements., • Lead internal controls, risk management, and audit processes., • Manage and mentor a high-performing finance team., • Partner with operations, commercial, and supply chain to optimise profitability.What We’re Looking For, • ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with significant post-qualification experience., • Proven track record in senior finance leadership, ideally in pharma or manufacturing., • Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting standards., • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills., • Ability to lead change and implement process improvements.What We Offer, • Salary: £95,000–£115,000 + performance bonus., • Benefits: Selection, • Opportunity to shape finance strategy in a growing pharmaceutical business. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4754627

Big 4 Finance Manager – Professional Services – 12 Month FTC Location: London (Hybrid – 2 days in office)Contract: 12‑month FTCSector: Global Professional Services A leading global professional services organisation is seeking an experienced EMEA Finance Manager to join its regional finance function on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. Operating across multiple jurisdictions, the business delivers complex services to international clients and requires strong financial governance to support its continued growth.Your new role Reporting to the EMEA Director of Commercial Accounting, you will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, strengthening internal controls and supporting statutory and regulatory requirements across several regional entities. You will act as a key point of contact for EMEA finance teams, technical accounting queries and external auditors, ensuring high‑quality reporting and compliance across the region. Key responsibilities include: • Reviewing statutory trial balances to ensure completeness and accuracy, • Identifying differences between US GAAP and local GAAP across EMEA entities, • Supporting legal entity reporting and the preparation of statutory schedules, • Coordinating statutory and tax submissions with internal teams, • Managing audit processes and liaising with external auditors, • Providing technical accounting guidance to local finance teams, • Leading balance sheet reviews and driving process improvements, • Strengthening financial controls, reconciliations and governance frameworks, • Assisting with year‑end reporting and review of draft financial statements, • ACA‑qualified accountant., • Experience gained within a Big 4 or major professional services firm, • Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, UK GAAP and US GAAP, • Proven experience improving processes and strengthening controls, • Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail, • Able to operate independently in a fast‑paced, multi‑entity environment, • Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills, • Advanced Excel capabilityDesirable:, • Experience with large, global businesses, • Knowledge of Oracle or Blackline, • Exposure to SOX controls

Group Consolidations Experience – Financial Controller Role PurposeThe Group Financial Accountant is responsible for preparing and reviewing consolidated financial statements for the corporate group, ensuring compliance with IFRS/local GAAP and internal reporting standards. This role provides stakeholders with accurate and timely financial information that reflects the group’s overall financial position and performance, supporting strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities • Prepare consolidated financial statements for the group, including a balance sheet, income statement, cash flow, and equity statements., • Ensure elimination of intra-group transactions and balances during consolidation., • Maintain and update group structure and ownership records for accurate reporting., • Support monthly, quarterly, and annual group reporting cycles., • Liaise with subsidiaries to ensure timely submission of financial data and compliance with group accounting policies., • Assist with audit preparation and respond to auditor queries related to consolidation., • Monitor changes in IFRS and local GAAP standards and implement necessary adjustments., • Provide analysis and commentary on group financial performance for senior management., • Support system improvements for consolidation processes (e.g., ERP or consolidation tools like Hyperion, SAP BPC, or OneStream)., • Develop and maintain group accounting policies and ensure consistent application across entities., • Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in consolidation and reporting., • Collaborate with FP&A teams to align actuals with forecasts and budgets., • Support M&A activities, including integration of new entities into the consolidation process., • Ensure compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.Skills & Qualifications, • ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (or equivalent)., • Strong knowledge of IFRS and consolidation principles., • Experience in group reporting and multi-entity consolidation., • Advanced proficiency in Excel and familiarity with consolidation software., • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills., • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.Preferred Experience, • Previous experience in a multinational or multi-entity group., • Exposure to ERP systems and financial reporting tools., • Audit background (Big 4 or mid-tier) desirable.Key Competencies, • Attention to detail and accuracy., • Strong stakeholder management., • Ability to interpret complex financial data and present insights clearly., • Proactive approach to process improvement and compliance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4756266

Senior Finance Job - Chief Accountant - ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA - Technical Accounting Role Overview A large Local Authority is seeking a strategically minded, technically strong senior finance leader to oversee year‑end processes, statutory accounting, and continuous improvement across corporate finance services. The role leads the production of the annual Statement of Accounts, manages audits, ensures compliance with accounting standards, and provides expert technical advice across the organisation. Key Responsibilities • Lead production of statutory accounts, VAT returns, government returns., • Manage internal and external audit relationships and resolve audit queries., • Oversee capital planning, corporate budget monitoring, and Collection Fund management., • Support delivery of the Investment and Acquisition Strategy in partnership with Treasury., • Improve financial systems, reporting, and internal controls., • Provide high‑level technical accounting advice to senior leaders and Members., • Lead and develop a team of finance professionals.Candidate Profile, • CCAB‑qualified with substantial senior post‑qualification experience., • Strong knowledge of local government finance, audit, and capital accounting., • Proven leadership of high‑performing teams and complex financial operations., • Excellent communication and influencing skills., • Experience improving financial systems and applying financial legislation., • Hybrid working is available, • Ideally 5+ years Local Government experience # 4773632

SOX Senior Manager - Infrastructure - London - £75,000 - £85,000 Your new company A large, international infrastructure business with a significant capital programme and a strong reputation for delivering complex, high‑profile projects. Due to continued growth and increasing regulatory obligations, the organisation is expanding its controls and compliance function and is seeking a highly skilled SOX Senior Manager to lead its group-wide SOX programme. Your new role Reporting to senior leadership, you will take ownership of the organisation’s SOX framework, ensuring the effective design, implementation, and ongoing management of internal controls over financial reporting.You will: • Lead the end‑to‑end SOX compliance programme, including scoping, documentation, testing and reporting., • Conduct risk assessments and ensure financial processes adhere to SOX requirements and internal control best practice., • Partner with Finance, Technology, Operations and Risk teams to strengthen control maturity across the business., • Manage relationships with internal stakeholders and external auditors., • Drive continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to automate, streamline and enhance controls., • Provide training and guidance to the wider business, raising awareness and embedding a strong controls culture., • Present regular updates, deficiencies, and remediation progress to senior stakeholders and the Audit Committee.What you'll need to succeed, • A recognised accounting qualification (ACA or equivalent)., • Significant experience managing SOX programmes within a large, multi‑entity or complex organisation., • Strong technical knowledge of internal controls, financial processes and risk management., • Previous experience within infrastructure, engineering, utilities, construction or a similar environment is highly advantageous., • Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to challenge constructively, influence decision‑making and operate at senior levels., • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package., • Hybrid working, • High‑visibility role with direct exposure to senior leadership., • Opportunity to shape and lead a group‑wide SOX programme in a growing, strategically important organisation. 4698446