Audit senior jobs in United Kingdom

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You'll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong and impact. About the team • To play a key role in developing the London Indirect Tax Advisory practice at Forvis Mazars; working closely with the London Indirect Tax Director and Partner and other members of the team, • Delivering high quality technical advice, working with a diverse range of clients across various sectors., • To be responsible for the scoping, delivery and billing of client work. You will also be required to be compliant with the firm's risk management processes for clients., • Ensure that more junior staff are guided in researching and producing work that meets the firm's commitment to quality, whilst also supporting the relevant Indirect Tax Partner and Director. About the role • Work alongside the Partner and Director to manage a portfolio of clients as the main point of contact for indirect tax, develop your portfolio to grow your base of profitable work., • Develop a portfolio of businesses to target, using your business development skills to start new relationships and generate new work for indirect tax and other teams., • Work with colleagues across the firm to contribute to proposals for new work and provide technical input to tax-wide projects., • Contribute to the indirect tax leadership team with ideas on management, projects, strategy and focus. What we are looking for • The position would suit a current Senior or Assistant Manager with strong technical, business development and personal skills seeking progression., • The individual should have a strong interest in the technical side of Indirect Tax and should expect a high level of technical work commensurate with the role., • Substantial experience in Indirect Tax advisory work., • CTA qualified (or equivalent). Ready to grow, belong, and impact? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars! Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Forvis Mazars diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value our people's unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experience, and know this diversity create better outcomes for our clients. We seek to attract, develop, and retain the best talent, inclusive of sex, ethnicity, disability, socio-economic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, and faith. We select candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience and aim to support all our team members to reach their potential. At Forvis Mazars, we promote an environment in which you can grow your skills, belong to a team that values your ideas, and make an impact that matters.

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You'll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong and impact. We’re expanding our Equity Reward offering in London and are looking for an ambitious Senior Manager or Associate Director ready to step into a Director-level role. This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the strategy, grow a market-leading client portfolio, and lead complex equity reward engagements—while developing a talented team around you. Lead growth in London: set direction for our Equity Reward advisory and compliance offering and help elevate our market presence. Win and deliver work: identify, pursue and convert high-value opportunities, leveraging your network and commercial instincts. Advise at senior level: provide strategic, technically robust advice on share schemes, LTIPs and tax-efficient equity structures. Own key client relationships: deliver an exceptional client experience, combining responsiveness with strong commercial insight. Drive portfolio performance: support pricing, proposal development, negotiation, WIP management and profitability. Collaborate across the firm: work closely with Global Employer Solutions, Tax and specialist teams (e.g., Valuations, M&A, Company Secretarial, Payroll) to deliver integrated solutions. Lead and develop people: coach and mentor Managers/Associate Directors; build capability and strengthen technical excellence and innovation. ACA / CTA qualified (or equivalent), or a qualified lawyer, with strong equity reward experience. Track record delivering complex equity reward engagements and advising senior stakeholders. Strong business development capability: able to originate opportunities and convert them into sustainable client relationships. Confidence operating in a fast-paced London market, managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Experience advising listed companies is advantageous. Ready to grow, belong, and impact? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars! At Forvis Mazars diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value our people's unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experience, and know this diversity create better outcomes for our clients. We seek to attract, develop, and retain the best talent, inclusive of sex, ethnicity, disability, socio-economic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, and faith. We select candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience and aim to support all our team members to reach their potential. At Forvis Mazars, we promote an environment in which you can grow your skills, belong to a team that values your ideas, and make an impact that matters.

Role/Team overview Our HR team is all about making Sky a great place to work that’s both fair and inclusive for our people. We do OUR best to help everyone be at THEIR best. From hiring fantastic people to offering great benefits, from supporting learning and careers to making sure everyone gets paid on time – it all makes a difference. We want our people to have everything they need to design awesome products, create amazing TV, deliver the best customer service and much, much, more. We are looking for an experienced senior professional to lead critical workforce compliance, employment tax and payroll activity across major business integration and transformation programmes. The role will support key projects, working alongside Sky's existing Employment Tax and Payroll subject matter experts. The successful candidate will combine strong technical judgement with practical delivery capability. They will lead complex, data-driven reviews of contractor and contingent workforce arrangements, develop process, governance and controls, and help ensure that new businesses and workforce populations can be integrated into Sky in a compliant and sustainable way. What you’ll do : M&A integration and due diligence Lead employment tax, payroll and workforce compliance workstreams supporting acquisitions, integrations, separations and other corporate change. Assess risks identified through due diligence and translate findings into clear integration, remediation and assurance plans. Develop practical and scalable approaches for bringing acquired businesses into Sky governance frameworks, controls and operating processes. Partner with Legal, Finance, People, Payroll, Procurement and external advisers to manage dependencies, decisions and risk mitigation. Provide clear, evidence-based recommendations to programme leaders and senior governance forums. Worker population, data and payment analysis Establish complete and accurate populations across employee and non-employee worker categories, including self-employed workers, PSC directors, freelancers, agency workers and Statement of Work arrangements. Lead data gathering and reconciliation across Workday, Accounts Payable, payroll, procurement, contract records and other relevant systems. Build a reliable view of worker identity, engagement route, payment history, contractual basis and hiring manager ownership. Undertake payment profiling, ranking and risk segmentation to support targeted sampling and further review. Validate data completeness and accuracy, identify discrepancies and maintain a clear audit trail of sources, assumptions and decisions. Escalate promptly any previously unidentified populations or gross payments operating outside expected processes. Contractor and off-payroll compliance reviews Lead reviews of engagement and onboarding arrangements for off payroll workers, including freelancers, self-employed individuals, PSCs, agency workers and Statement of Work suppliers. Design proportionate, risk-based sampling approaches, including selection of higher-value or otherwise higher-risk engagements. Coordinate the collection and review of contracts and supporting evidence to confirm alignment with the basis on which workers are engaged and paid. Work with technical specialists to assess compliance with employment status, off-payroll working and relevant HMRC requirements. Bring practical understanding of TV, production or media workforce models, or quickly develop this sector knowledge. Employment tax and payroll governance Review and strengthen governance and controls across key employment tax and payroll risks, including PAYE and NIC, PSA and P11D reporting, travel and expenses, share schemes and payroll controls. Identify process gaps and design sustainable policies, control frameworks, roles and responsibilities, approval routes and monitoring arrangements. Ensure integration plans consider data, systems, process, ownership, documentation and ongoing assurance requirements. Support internal audit, external audit and HMRC enquiries where required. Essential Criteria : Significant experience in workforce compliance, employment tax, payroll compliance, internal audit, risk and controls, workforce advisory or a closely related field. Experience gained in a large in-house function, professional services firm or specialist consultancy. Strong understanding of contingent workforce and worker engagement models, with sufficient employment tax and payroll knowledge to identify risks and work effectively with technical specialists. Proven experience leading complex, data-driven compliance, governance or transformation reviews. Strong data analysis and reconciliation capability, with confidence working across fragmented HR, finance, payroll, procurement and contract data. Ability to design and execute risk-based sampling, evidence gathering, controls testing and remediation activity. Excellent project management, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills. Ability to operate independently, structure ambiguous problems and deliver at pace with a high degree of technical credibility and practical judgement. Clear written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain complex issues simply and make actions and decisions explicit. Desirable skills and experience: Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, carve-outs, separations or business integrations. Workday experience and familiarity with Accounts Payable, procurement, payroll or contingent workforce systems. Experience of UK off-payroll working, employment status, PAYE and NIC, PSA/P11D, travel and expenses or share scheme compliance. Experience in media, broadcasting, production, entertainment or another sector with significant freelance and project-based populations. Experience supporting HMRC reviews or other regulatory enquiries. A relevant professional qualification in tax, accountancy, payroll, audit, risk, project management or a related discipline. Benefits and perks There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to life at Sky: the perks. Free Sky TV or NOW package, including Sky Sports and Sky Cinema Pension package with up to 9% employer contribution Private healthcare with mental health support Aviva Digital GP and dental insurance Discounts on Sky products, including Sky Mobile, Sky Broadband, Sky Glass and Sky Protect Sharesave and Tech schemes A range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you’ll work We've adopted a hybrid working approach to give more flexibility on where and how we work. The hybrid working expectations for this role are 3 days in the office per week. Your office base Osterley/Livingston Watermark Osterley Our Sky Group HQ. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and workspaces, there’s plenty of space to see your big ideas come to life. Here you’ll find 13 subsidised restaurants and cafes. You can re- energise at our gym, catch the latest films at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon. Our Osterley Campus is just a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station, or you can get one of our free shuttle buses from Osterley, Gunnersbury and Ealing Broadway stations. Plus, there’s free onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles. Livingston Watermark Sky Watermark is our central site for Livingston, sitting between Glasgow and Edinburgh. With vibrant office spaces, chill-out areas, and an onsite canteen, it’s a great place to work and connect. The nearest train station is Livingston North. A Sky shuttle bus runs between the station and campus every 20 minutes throughout the day. Plus, there’s onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and Bicycles. Additional information This is an initial 12 month fixed-term role. The balance of activity will evolve across Project Iron and Project Keystone, so the successful candidate must be comfortable moving between detailed review work, technical and operational problem solving, stakeholder leadership and programme delivery. Diversity and inclusion It’s our people that make Sky Europe’s leading entertainment company. That’s why we work hard to be an inclusive employer, so everyone can be their best. We welcome different perspectives and experiences and aim to make our recruitment process accessible. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the process. Who we are We’re Sky, a leading media and entertainment company who connect millions with entertainment, sports, news and arts through innovative products and services. Working with us means you’ll be bringing the joy of a better experience to more people, every day. All so we can do better and deliver better for our customers, colleagues and society. We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We're a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need as early as you can. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer. To be eligible for this role you are required to have the appropriate right to work in the UK. Please be aware Sky does not offer sponsorship for this position.

Join Our Team at Forvis Mazars!\n At Forvis Mazars, we are a leading global professional services network specializing in audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. With 14 offices across the UK and a vibrant team of over 3,400 professionals, including 190 partners, we are united by a clear purpose: to shape a better future. \n When you join us, you’ll become part of a collaborative and inclusive team that supports your growth. Here, you’ll have the chance to explore new opportunities and make meaningful contributions from day one. You’ll work with a diverse client base, build lasting connections, and gain invaluable experience that goes beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong, and impact. About the Team\n\n • Play a key role in developing the London Indirect Tax Advisory practice, collaborating closely with the London Indirect Tax Director, Partner, and team members.\n, • Deliver high-quality technical advice to a diverse range of clients across various sectors.\n, • Take responsibility for scoping, delivering, and billing client work while ensuring compliance with the firm's risk management processes.\n, • Guide junior staff in researching and producing work that meets our commitment to quality, while supporting the relevant Indirect Tax Partner and Director.\nAbout the Role\n\n, • Manage a portfolio of clients as the main point of contact for indirect tax, working alongside the Partner and Director to grow your base of profitable work.\n, • Utilize your business development skills to target new businesses, fostering relationships and generating new work for indirect tax and other teams.\n, • Collaborate with colleagues across the firm to contribute to proposals for new work and provide technical input to tax-wide projects.\n, • Contribute to the indirect tax leadership team with innovative ideas on management, projects, strategy, and focus.\nWhat We Are Looking For\n\n, • A current Senior or Assistant Manager with strong technical, business development, and personal skills seeking progression.\n, • A genuine interest in the technical aspects of Indirect Tax, with expectations of engaging in high-level technical work.\n, • Substantial experience in Indirect Tax advisory work.\n, • CTA qualified (or equivalent).\n\n Ready to grow, belong, and impact? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars! Diversity, Equity & Inclusion\n At Forvis Mazars, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of our values. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our people, knowing that this diversity leads to better outcomes for our clients. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the best talent, regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, socio-economic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, or faith. \n We select candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience, and we strive to support all our team members in reaching their full potential. At Forvis Mazars, you’ll find an environment where you can grow your skills, belong to a team that values your ideas, and make an impact that truly matters.

The Opportunity: The Senior Financial Regulatory Analyst is responsible for solving highly analytical problems to assist Fisher Investments Europe (“FIUK”) reporting and other ad hoc finance related tasks. They will ensure timely responses to internal and external questions, as well as initiate and lead process and service improvement initiatives. The Day-to-Day: • Responsible for overseeing and preparation of FIUK and other European country financial regulatory filings, • Act as the main point of contact for ad-hoc financial regulatory requests, • Conduct research on applicable regulatory standards, • Other ad-hoc or planned query resolution or projects as required, • Coordinate efforts with other applicable groups across the Fisher group of companies (the “Fisher Group”) (e.g. finance, legal and compliance and internal audit) Your Qualifications: University degree in Accounting or related field Accounting qualification (CPA/CA) preferred Experience with European regulatory bodies 5+ years progressive accounting experience Ability to work independently, work with others, and exercise judgement Ability to think creatively and offer solutions Ability to initiate change and manage varying priorities in a fast-paced environment Pro-active approach to problem-solving and ability to seek appropriate assistance rapidly Proficient with MS Excel/Word Ability to enforce policies/procedures Understanding of the regulatory framework in which FIUK operates Why Fisher Investments Europe: The global Fisher organisation distinguishes itself by putting clients first, providing unmatched service, and taking a personalised approach to investing. You can feel confident knowing that we align with our clients’ best interests by using a simple and transparent fee structure and recognised European custodians. It’s the people that make the Fisher purpose possible, and to help our employees meet their long-term goals, we offer an array of benefits, including: • 100% paid premiums for our top-tier supplemental medical, dental and annual health screening plans for employees and their qualified dependents, • 28 days annual leave, with the ability to purchase up to 3 additional days per year, plus up to 8 paid holidays, • Enhanced maternity pay package with 16 weeks’ top up to full base pay for eligible employees, • $10,000* fertility, hormonal health and family-forming benefit, • A retirement pension plan, featuring a 9% company contribution of base pay with an additional company match of up to 5% of base pay on personal contributions, • Gym subsidy of up to £50 per month, • Employee Assistance Program and other emotional wellbeing services, • A collaborative working environment that practises ongoing training, educational support and employee appreciation events, • This is an in-office role. Based on your role, tenure, and performance eligibility you may have the opportunity to participate in our hybrid work from home program. This program is subject to change. *Employees residing outside of the US will be eligible for the $10,000 equivalent in their local currency. FISHER INVESTMENTS EUROPE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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 Senior Manager 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. Requirements When you join us, we’ll make your growth our priority. If you can demonstrate the following skills, we can help you go far. We’re looking for someone with: Prior experience of tax accounting and tax auditing, with a clear desire to specialise in this area. Knowledge of tax accounting under FRS102 and IFRS; prior experience of US GAAP is useful but not obligatory. General corporate tax experience providing corporate tax advisory and compliance services to a variety of clients. Good project management skills, including 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. CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent 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

Job Title: Senior Consultant / Lead Engineer / Solution Architect \n Location: London, UK (Hybrid-3days/week) \n Duration: 12 Months \n \n Job Description: \n 1. Role Overview: \n We are seeking an experienced Lead Oracle Analytics & Python Reporting Modernisation Architect to modernise a legacy Microsoft Access reporting solution that connects to Oracle databases, feeds local Access data stores, executes Access queries/macros/VBA, and produces business reports. The resource must be able to assess the current Access application and build a replacement using Oracle Analytics Server (OAS), BI Publisher, Oracle SQL/PLSQL, and Python-based automation where appropriate. \n 1. Current State and Target Options \n Option Architecture Best Fit Key Deliverables \n Option 1 Oracle DB OAS BI Publisher Users Enterprise reporting, dashboards, scheduling, governed access OAS dashboards, BI Publisher reports, data models, schedules \n Option 2 Oracle DB Python Excel/PDF/CSV Email/SharePoint Replacing Access macros and producing the same report outputs Python reporting framework, Excel templates, batch automation \n Option 3 Oracle DB Python ETL Oracle tables/views OAS Complex transformations before analytics/reporting Python ETL jobs, staging tables/views, OAS reports \n Option 4 Oracle DB Python Flask/FastAPI portal Self-service reports User-driven parameterised execution without Access desktop Web UI, API layer, report downloads, authentication pattern \n \n 1. Primary Responsibilities \n Discovery & Assessment \n Inventory Access databases (.mdb/.accdb), linked tables, pass-through queries, local tables, forms, reports, macros and VBA modules. \n Document current report execution process, data refresh steps, schedules, outputs, distribution lists and manual dependencies. \n Identify Oracle database objects used by the Access solution and map them to target OAS/Python components. \n Assess migration complexity and recommend the right target option: OAS-only, Python-only, Python + OAS, or Python web portal. \n Oracle Database Engineering \n Develop and tune Oracle SQL, views, materialised views, PL/SQL packages and stored procedures for reporting workloads. \n Convert Access SQL/VBA business logic into Oracle SQL, PL/SQL or Python transformations. \n Analyse execution plans, AWR/ASH evidence, TEMP/PGA usage and parallel execution behaviour for high-volume reports. \n Implement secure database connectivity, service accounts, least-privilege access and production deployment controls. \n OAS & BI Publisher Development \n Build OAS analyses, dashboards, prompts, filters and drill-down reporting where interactive analytics are required. \n Create BI Publisher data models, layouts, Excel/PDF/CSV outputs, bursting, scheduling and job management. \n Migrate Access reports into governed OAS/BI Publisher assets with parameterised execution and standardised output formats. \n Configure security models aligned with enterprise roles, groups, folders and report access requirements. \n Python Reporting & Automation \n Design Python jobs to extract Oracle data, apply transformations, validate results and generate Excel/PDF/CSV outputs. \n Use Python libraries such as oracledb/cx_Oracle, pandas, SQLAlchemy, openpyxl, XlsxWriter and NumPy. \n Implement robust logging, exception handling, audit trails, restartability and data reconciliation checks. \n Automate execution using enterprise schedulers such as Control-M, Autosys, Windows Task Scheduler or equivalent. \n Testing, Deployment & Support \n Create unit, system, regression and parallel-run test evidence comparing Access output with the new platform output. \n Prepare implementation plans, rollback plans, production validation steps and operational support runbooks. \n Provide knowledge transfer to application support, database, reporting and business operations teams. \n Support post-implementation stabilisation, defect remediation and performance tuning. \n 1. Required Skills \n Microsoft Access databases linked Oracle tables, pass-through queries, macros, VBA, forms and reports to reverse engineer the existing application accurately. \n Oracle Database Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, views, materialised views, performance tuning, execution plans to rebuild report logic close to the data and optimise large workloads. \n OAS / OBIEE OAS dashboards, analyses, repository/subject area concepts, prompts, filters, security to deliver governed enterprise analytics and self-service reporting. \n BI Publisher Data models, RTF/Excel templates, bursting, scheduling, PDF/Excel/CSV outputs to replace scheduled Access reports and standardise enterprise output. \n Python Python 3.x, pandas, oracledb/cx_Oracle, SQLAlchemy, openpyxl, XlsxWriter, logging frameworks to replace macros, automate extraction/transformation and generate report packs. \n DevOps & Release Git, Azure DevOps/GitHub, CI/CD concepts, deployment documentation, environment management to make the solution maintainable rather than desktop dependent. \n 1. Experience Profile \n 8+ years of Oracle database development and SQL performance tuning experience. \n 5+ years of OAS/OBIEE and BI Publisher development experience. \n 5+ years of Python development for data/reporting automation. \n 3+ years of Microsoft Access/VBA migration or legacy reporting modernisation experience. \n Experience working in financial services or another controlled enterprise environment is strongly preferred. \n Ability to work independently with business, DBA, infrastructure, security and reporting teams. \n 1. Expected Deliverables \n Current-state Access assessment and object inventory \n Report and data lineage mapping from Access to Oracle/OAS/Python \n Target-state architecture and migration strategy \n Converted Oracle SQL/PLSQL objects and performance tuning notes \n OAS dashboards, BI Publisher reports and schedules where applicable \n Python automation framework with configuration, logging and error handling \n Reconciliation evidence between legacy Access output and new output \n Implementation, rollback and production validation plan \n Operational runbook and support handover document \n Knowledge transfer material for support teams and business users \n

Exciting Opportunity for a Clinical Director40 hours per week, flexible across 4 or 5 daysApproximately 3 days at Aspen and 1 day at EwellSalary £70,000-£80,000 depending on experienceWe believe exceptional veterinary care starts with exceptional people. As a Clinical Director, you'll play a key role in creating a practice where patients receive outstanding care, clients build lasting relationships and colleagues can build fulfilling careers.Working in partnership with the Centre Director, you'll lead the practice with significant local autonomy, balancing clinical excellence with sustainable business performance.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced veterinary leader who enjoys developing people, driving clinical standards and creating a positive culture where teams can thrive.About the Role:As Clinical Director, you'll be the guardian of clinical excellence, culture and trust within your practice.You'll lead the clinical direction of the practice while working closely with the Centre Director to deliver the wider practice strategy. You'll have the opportunity to influence how the practice develops, support your colleagues and help shape the future of clinical services.Your role will include:Championing outstanding clinical standards and patient care.Leading clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and reflective practice.Supporting colleagues with complex clinical decision-making.Promoting evidence-based and contextualised veterinary medicine.Ensuring professional, ethical and regulatory standards are maintained.Driving innovation and continuous improvement across clinical services.Recruiting, developing and retaining talented clinicians.Coaching and mentoring colleagues throughout their careers.Supporting graduates and developing clinicians.Developing future clinical leaders.Building an engaged, inclusive and psychologically safe clinical team.Promoting excellent client communication and shared decision-making.Building trusted relationships within the local community.Using client feedback and complaints to drive improvements.Working with the Centre Director to deliver the practice strategy.Balancing clinical excellence with commercial sustainability.Using data and insight to identify opportunities for improvement.Developing clinical services that improve patient care and practice performance.Contributing to the wider leadership of the Kin Vet Community.What We're Looking For:We're looking for an experienced veterinary leader with strong clinical credibility, emotional intelligence and a genuine passion for helping others succeed.You'll be someone who leads with empathy, builds trust through consistency and communicates openly and transparently.Ideally, you will have:RCVS registration as a Veterinary Surgeon.Significant experience within small animal practice.Experience leading, mentoring and developing veterinary teams.Strong communication and relationship-building skills.Commercial awareness and an understanding of practice performance.A passion for clinical excellence and continuous improvement.It would also be great if you have:Previous experience as a Clinical Director, Head Vet or in another senior veterinary leadership role.VetGDP Adviser experience.Experience leading clinical governance programmes.Experience using operational and financial data to drive improvement.What Success Looks Like:As Clinical Director, you'll have the opportunity to make a measurable difference across four key areas:Clinical Excellence - strong clinical governance, audit completion, patient safety, significant event learning and compliance.People & Culture - team engagement, veterinary retention, vacancy levels, locum utilisation, VetGDP progression and succession planning.Clients & Community - client satisfaction, retention, growth, reviews, complaints and community reputation.Practice Sustainability - revenue growth, service utilisation, service development, pricing integrity and delivery of practice objectives.Your Benefits25 days' holiday + Bank Holidays (rising to 30 days after 5 years)Enhanced maternity & adoption leave (up to 6 months at 90% pay depending on years of service)Enhanced paternity leave (up to 4 weeks' full pay)5 days family leave (compassionate/emergency leave)Private healthcare from April 20274% employer pension contributionEmployee Assistance Programme (confidential wellbeing support)Free eye testsRelocation packageCPD allowances: £2,500 per yearProfessional memberships (BVA or BVNA as appropriate, plus VetLexicon access)RCVS and VDS fees coveredStaff discount on veterinary care within our practicesOccupational Health SupportA comprehensive benefits package designed to support you, your family, and your careerIf you're an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking to take the next step in your leadership career, with the opportunity to shape clinical standards, develop talented teams and make a real difference within your practice, we would love to hear from you.The Curve Group is Kin Vet Community's outsource partner for Recruitment and a 'Data Processor'. The Curve Group will hold the information you submit but Kin Vet Community will have access to it. You can find their privacy policy here: Privacy Policy - The Curve GroupTPBN1_UKTJ

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today’s changing world. Our clients are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We’ll broaden your horizons Our Consulting team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients affairs. The Digital team within Consulting helps our clients create competitive advantage and uncover new avenues of growth and profitability through digital strategies. Strategies need to be bold, but they also need to deliver near-term results. That’s why we take a practical approach that marries long-term vision with quick wins and measurable ROI milestones. Our vision is to be a fully integrated, business-led, end-to-end technology advisor and integrator helping clients to enable business change through leveraging technology. We’ll help you succeed Our clients 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 clients and building long-lasting relationships. As an Assistant Manager or Senior Analyst within our Digital Third Party Assurance team, you will support organisations in building trust and confidence with their customers, regulators and business partners. You will have the opportunity to work on SOC 1, SOC 2, ISAE 3402 and ISAE 3000 engagements, certification programmes such as ISO 27001 and ISO 42001, and assurance projects focused on regulations including DORA, DSA, DMA, UKGC RTS and GDPR. You’ll be someone with: Experience delivering assurance, audit, compliance or risk engagements relating to technology, cybersecurity, privacy or operational controls. Strong ITGC testing understanding. Strong understanding of assurance frameworks and standards, including one or more of: SOC 1 / ISAE 3402, SOC 2, ISAE 3000, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HITRUST or other recognised assurance or certification frameworks Understanding of digital regulations and compliance requirements such as DORA, GDPR, UKGC RTS or equivalent frameworks. Experience evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of governance, technology, cybersecurity, privacy and business process controls. Ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously while maintaining high quality standards and meeting deadlines.. Experience leading small teams and collaborating effectively with senior internal stakeholders. 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.

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 Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients’ affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they’re experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details – all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you’ll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. 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 pro-actively 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. . As a Senior Analyst or Analyst you'll join our Tech, Risk & Governance team (TRG) part of our Digital practice withing Consulting. This is a rapidly growing business area. You'll help clients understand and manage the risks arising from technology, transformation and digital change. The client base is diverse and you'll support technology risk assessments, IT internal audits, controls assurance and advisory engagements that strengthen governance, resilience and confidence in our clients most critical systems. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high performing digital team and develop your career. You'll be someone with: • Experience in technology risk, IT internal audit, IT assurance, risk and controls, or a closely related discipline, gained in professional services, financial services or another regulated organisation., • Experience in one or more relevant areas: IT general controls and SOX/ICFR; cloud risk; DevOps and SDLC controls; ERP risk and controls; operational resilience; third-party technology risk; data or AI governance; end-user computing; programme assurance, • Financial services experience is desirable such as banks. insurers, asset managers, payments or capital markets organisations and frameworks such as FCA and PRA requirements, operational resilience and outsourcing or third-party risk expectations., • A practical understanding of technology risks and controls, with the ability to analyse evidence, identify control weaknesses and communicate their business impact clearly., • Relevant qualifications or progress towards them, such as CISA, ACA, ACCA, CIA, CRISC, CISSP or cloud certifications, would be advantageous but are not essential. You’ll also 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 everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in 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.

Senior Digital Marketing Executive \n A global law firm in the City is seeking a Senior Digital Marketing Executive to take ownership of digital marketing delivery within its BD team. This is a stand-alone specialist role, leading the digital workstream while collaborating across CRM, email marketing, events, brand and design. \n What’s On Offer: \n\n • Salary to £50,000\n, • Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote)\n, • Excellent employee benefits\n, • City location / Bank\n\n Senior Digital Marketing Executive – What You’ll Be Doing: \n\n • Own the day-to-day management and development of the firm’s WordPress website, including content, user access, updates and requests\n, • Drive the digital marketing roadmap, delivering priorities in partnership with the Head of Marketing Operations & Digital\n, • Lead website enhancements, digital campaigns and projects, coordinating stakeholders, agencies and suppliers\n, • Manage the digital agency and website development, including personalisation, multilingual content and automation\n, • Advise Partners and M&BD teams on digital best practice, SEO, content and AI discoverability\n, • Collaborate with Communications to analyse social media performance and support Vuture campaign delivery\n, • Lead cross-functional digital projects, managing stakeholders, dependencies and delivery\n, • Evaluate digital platforms and suppliers, coordinating IT, Cyber, Risk, commercial and data protection reviews\n, • Drive SEO and website optimisation to improve search performance and AI visibility\n, • Oversee website security, cookies, consent and data protection compliance across digital platforms, forms and tracking\n, • Maintain digital governance, documentation, approval processes and audit trails\n, • Monitor performance through Google Analytics and Looker Studio, delivering dashboards and actionable insights\n\n Senior Digital Marketing Executive – What We’re Looking For: \n\n • Extensive digital marketing experience within a law firm is essential, including website, project, agency or supplier management\n, • Experience using a CMS, ideally WordPress, and improving corporate websites\n, • Strong understanding of SEO, digital content and AI-driven discovery\n, • Experience using GA4 and Looker Studio to analyse performance and recommend improvements\n, • E-marketing and CRM experience, ideally with Vuture and InterAction\n, • Basic HTML and CSS skills desirable\n

Director of Finance \n A standout opportunity with a prestigious US law firm based in stylish modern offices near Liverpool Street, to lead the firm’s European finance operations and play a pivotal role in its continued growth and success. \n What’s On Offer: \n\n • Generous salary + attractive benefits, wellness and pension package\n, • Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote)\n, • City of London / Liverpool Street\n\n Director of Finance – What You’ll Be Doing: \n The incumbent will line manage a Finance Manager and Revenue Manager, overseeing a Finance team of approximately 12 in the London, reporting into the CFO in the US Headquarters. Duties will include; \n\n • Lead European finance operations across London and Europe, including oversight of finance teams\n, • Oversee general ledger, balance sheet, reconciliations and monthly financial reporting\n, • Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning, partnering with Managing Partners and Practice Group Leaders\n, • Oversee treasury, cash flow, working capital, billing and revenue control\n, • Act as COFA, overseeing client money procedures, controls and the annual SAR audit\n, • Oversee tax and regulatory compliance across the UK and Europe\n, • Drive financial controls, governance, best practice and process improvement, including the implementation of financial systems\n, • Provide strategic financial insight and advice to Senior Management and Business Services in both London and the US offices, supporting key commercial and planning decisions\n\n Director of Finance – What We’re Looking For: \n\n • Qualified accountant with minimum of several years’ relevant experience, 5+ years in a management role within a law firm\n, • Extensive experience with Elite 3E or a similar ERP system and related financial solutions\n, • Proven team leadership and people management skills, with strong decision-making, coaching, mentoring, consultative and problem-solving abilities\n

Garment Technologist & Compliance Officer \n \n Location: Watford, Hertfordshire (WD24) \n Job Type: Full-time, Permanent \n Salary: £35,000–£40,000 depending on experience \n Reports to: Senior Production Manager \n The Role \n This is a hands-on role covering garment technology, fit, quality assurance, apparel testing, product compliance and factory compliance. \n You will work closely with our design, buying and production teams and overseas factories, managing garments from initial development through to bulk production and ensuring products meet our quality standards, customer requirements and applicable UK, EU and international regulations. \n Key Responsibilities: \n Garment Technology & Development \n\n • Manage garment development from initial sample through to production approval.\n, • Conduct fit sessions and provide clear, practical fit and construction comments.\n, • Review garment construction, measurements, grading, patterns, workmanship and finishing.\n, • Create and maintain measurement specifications and technical packs.\n, • Communicate technical corrections and improvements to overseas factories.\n, • Approve development, fit, pre-production and production samples.\n, • Identify technical risks and provide practical, commercially viable solutions.\n, • Maintain consistent fit and quality standards across suppliers and product categories.\n\n Testing, Quality & Compliance \n\n • Determine appropriate apparel testing requirements based on product, materials, intended use, customer and destination market.\n, • Manage testing covering areas such as dimensional stability, colour fastness, seam strength, fabric performance and restricted substances.\n, • Review laboratory reports, manage failures and coordinate corrective action.\n, • Review inspection reports and resolve production quality issues before shipment.\n, • Investigate returns, complaints and recurring quality issues to identify root causes.\n, • Ensure apparel meets applicable UK, EU and international safety, chemical and labelling requirements, including REACH where relevant.\n, • Verify care labels, fibre composition, country of origin, warnings and other mandatory product information.\n, • Maintain accurate technical, testing, approval and compliance records.\n\n Factory & Ethical Compliance \n\n • Review factory audit reports and certifications including SEDEX/SMETA, BSCI and equivalent standards.\n, • Track audit expiry dates, corrective actions and outstanding non-conformities.\n, • Work with suppliers to maintain required social, ethical and technical compliance documentation.\n, • Highlight compliance risks and support corrective action relating to labour practices, workplace safety, responsible sourcing and factory standards.\n\n Sustainability & Certification \n\n • Review certifications including GOTS, GRS, OEKO-TEX and FSC where applicable.\n, • Verify certification validity, scope and supply-chain coverage.\n, • Support accurate and substantiated sustainability and recycled-content claims.\n, • Improve the quality and traceability of supplier sustainability documentation.\n\n Skills & Experience: \n \n Essential \n\n • 3–5+ years' experience in garment technology, apparel QA, product compliance or a related role.\n, • Strong knowledge of garment construction, pattern cutting, grading, fit and manufacturing.\n, • Confident conducting fit sessions and providing technical comments.\n, • Experience with technical packs, measurement specifications and production samples.\n, • Good understanding of fabrics, apparel testing and product-safety requirements.\n, • Knowledge of apparel labelling and fibre-composition requirements.\n, • Experience working directly with overseas factories and suppliers.\n, • Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple product timelines.\n, • Strong communication and organisational skills.\n, • Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience maintaining technical/compliance trackers.\n, • Ability to work from our Watford office.\n\n Desirable \n\n • Degree or professional qualification in Textile/Garment Technology, Fashion Design, Pattern Cutting or a related subject.\n, • Experience with licensed apparel or major UK retail customers.\n, • Knowledge of REACH, restricted-substance testing and UK/EU apparel regulations.\n, • Experience reviewing SEDEX/SMETA, BSCI or similar factory audits.\n, • Familiarity with GOTS, GRS, OEKO-TEX and other certification schemes.\n, • Experience with PLM/product-development systems.\n, • Wider factory, ethical or supply-chain compliance experience.\n\n \n The Person \n We are looking for someone who is: \n\n • Meticulous, practical, and confident making technical decisions.\n, • Proactive in identifying and resolving issues before they affect production.\n, • Comfortable challenging suppliers or internal teams when standards are not met.\n, • Commercially aware, balancing quality, compliance, cost and delivery.\n, • Highly organised with strong documentation skills.\n, • Able to explain technical and regulatory requirements clearly to non-technical colleagues.\n, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.\n\n Working Hours Monday–Thursday: 9:00am–6:00pm - Friday: 9:00am–4:30pm \n Benefits include: \n\n • £35,000–£40,000 salary depending on experience.\n, • Permanent, full-time position.\n, • Early finish on Fridays.\n, • Hybrid working of up to 2 days per week after probation, subject to role requirements.\n, • Company pension.\n, • Statutory annual leave.\n, • Free on-site parking.\n, • Casual dress.\n, • Opportunity to work with well-known licensed brands and major retail customers.\n, • Significant scope to develop and take ownership of the company's garment technology and compliance function.\n\n \n Applicants must be UK-based, have the right to work in the UK and be able to commute reliably to our Watford office.

Senior Solution Architect, D365 Business Central Permanent | Full time | Remote Our client is starting an ambitious transformation programme lasting several years. They need a Senior Solution Architect to own the architecture of Dynamics 365 Business Central, which is live and running core finance, supply chain and distribution operations for the division. You will act as design authority as the platform scales to support growth, new entities and acquisitions across multiple countries. You will set the technical direction, challenge implementation partners, work closely with the business and lead a strong development team within an Agile, product based delivery model. Key responsibilities Own the full D365 Business Central architecture, target state, design principles and standardsReview, challenge and approve solution designs from partners, ISVs and third party developersReduce technical debt and move the platform towards clean, supportable, upgrade ready designLead solution design across finance, purchasing, inventory, warehouse, distribution and order to cash, including lot and serial traceability, expiry control and UDIDesign secure, resilient integrations with D365 CE, Azure, SAP, EDI, 3PL systems and Microsoft 365Build in performance, scalability, security and segregation of duties for high transaction volumesEnsure the platform meets GxP, audit trail and validation requirements for a regulated businessPartner with senior stakeholders and identify opportunities across Business Central and the Power PlatformWhat you will bring Deep experience architecting Business Central (or NAV to BC) at enterprise scale, ideally across multiple entities and countriesPractical AL extension development background (extensions, events, interfaces, custom APIs)Strong functional knowledge of core ERP processesIntegration experience with Azure Logic Apps, Azure Integration Services and APIsALM and CI/CD experience for Business Central using Azure DevOps and GitStrong Power Platform knowledge (Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse)Experience leading and mentoring developersRegulated or GxP experience, ideally medical device or pharmaceutical distributionTPBN1_UKTJ

\n \n Principal DevSecOps Engineer - Permanent \n London | Hybrid - 3 days per week on-site \n £110,000-£125,000 + 5-10% bonus + pension + benefits | Permanent Build secure, scalable platforms that enable transformation\n We're looking for a Principal DevSecOps Engineer to lead the adoption and continuous improvement of DevSecOps practices across complex technology transformation programmes. \n You'll combine hands-on engineering with technical leadership, embedding security, automation, governance and reliability throughout the path to live. What you'll do\n • Design and continuously improve secure, automated CI/CD and GitOps pipelines \n * Embed security scanning, vulnerability management and secrets management into delivery workflows \n * Establish secure-by-design engineering practices and enforce security and technical standards \n * Lead Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices across teams and environments \n * Drive observability, monitoring, logging and audit controls \n * Support incident response, patching, compliance reporting and technical debt remediation \n * Partner with developers and delivery teams to improve engineering quality and security \n * Document security processes, controls and operational runbooks \n * Provide technical leadership and help establish effective DevSecOps ways of working What we're looking for\n You'll be an experienced DevSecOps Lead or Principal Engineer with strong hands-on engineering and technical leadership experience across: \n • CI/CD & GitOps: GitHub Actions, Argo CD, Argo Rollouts \n * Security & Compliance: Trivy, vulnerability management, HashiCorp Vault, cert-manager \n * Containers & Cloud: Docker, AWS EKS, AWS IAM, S3 and network policies \n * Infrastructure as Code: Terraform \n * Observability: Grafana, Loki \n * Automation: Python and Bash \n * Experience delivering within the UK Government Digital Service (GDS) life cycle on a public sector engagement Why join?\n You'll work on complex, high-impact transformation programmes where engineering, security and technology come together. \n You'll have access to extensive learning and development opportunities, professional certifications and flexible hybrid working, with the opportunity to shape DevSecOps practices across a growing technology environment. Security Clearance\n Security Check (SC) clearance is required. Candidates must meet the relevant eligibility requirements, including continuous UK residency for the last five years. \n This role requires candidates to be sole UK nationals. Ready to shape the future of secure engineering?\n If you're a senior DevSecOps professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, leading from the front and building secure engineering practices that scale, we'd love to hear from you. \n Apply now.

Chief Financial Officer \n Location: London / Zurich \n Salary £200k per annum, equity shares, travel package, life cover \n \n ENB are recruiting for an experienced CFO for an international investment firm operating across the UK and continental Europe. The CFO will sit alongside the senior leadership team and help build the financial infrastructure, institutional intelligence and commercial insight required for the fund’s next phase of growth. \n Responsibilities include \n\n • Owning the financial strategy, planning, budgeting and forecasting.\n, • Lead accounting, consolidation, management and investor reporting.\n, • Oversee cash flow, liquidity and capital planning.\n, • Strengthen financial controls, governance, systems and processes.\n, • Establish technologically advanced reporting, analytics and decision-support capability.\n, • Improve how organisational decisions, assumptions and outcomes are captured including building institutional decision memory over time.\n, • Develop meaningful KPI and portfolio-performance reporting.\n, • Lead audit, tax and relevant regulatory requirements.\n, • Manage relationships with auditors, banks, tax advisers and other stakeholders.\n, • Support transactions, valuations and investment activity.\n, • Build and develop a high-performing finance capability.\n, • Partner with senior leadership to improve the quality and speed of strategic decision-making.\n\n Experience required \n\n • CFO or senior finance leadership experience within private markets, investment management or alternative assets.\n, • ACCA qualified, or equivalent recognised professional accountancy qualification.\n, • Experience within a substantial AUM environment.\n, • Strong pan European deal exposure.\n, • Experience operating across international and multi-entity structures.\n, • Deep understanding of reporting, controls and governance.\n, • Track record implementing advanced financial technology, reporting and management-information environments.\n, • Credibility with Investment Partners, Boards, investors, banks and advisers.\n, • Fluent English essential; German advantageous but not essential\n\n

Assistant Management Accountant - Financial Analysis \n Borehamwood Area | Hybrid Working \n £40,000 - £50,000 + Benefits \n The Opportunity \n We're working with a growing and forward-thinking automotive dealer group in Borehamwood who are looking to appoint an Assistant Management Accountant with a strong focus on financial analysis. \n This is a commercially focused role for someone who enjoys going beyond the numbers to understand what is driving business performance. You'll analyse dealership performance, margins, costs and KPIs, producing meaningful financial insight to support senior management and operational decision-making. \n This is not simply a transactional accounts role - the successful candidate will play an important part in turning financial data into actionable business insight. \n The Role \n You'll combine core management accounting responsibilities with detailed financial analysis, reporting and business partnering. \n Key responsibilities include: \n *Producing and analysing regular financial and management reports \n *Analysing dealership performance, margins, costs and profitability \n *Identifying trends, variances and areas for improvement \n *Producing KPI and performance analysis for senior management \n *Supporting daily and monthly financial reporting \n *Assisting with cashflow analysis and forecasting \n *Supporting budgeting and financial planning \n *Building and maintaining financial models and analysis \n *Providing clear financial commentary and explaining performance movements \n *Supporting board and senior management reporting \n *Working closely with dealership and operational teams to understand financial performance \n *Supporting audit, VAT and compliance requirements \n *Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting \n About You \n We're looking for an analytical finance professional who enjoys working with data and using it to understand and improve business performance. \n You'll ideally have: \n *Previous experience within a motor dealership or automotive dealer group \n *Experience in an Assistant Management Accountant, Management Accountant, Finance Analyst or similar role \n *Strong financial analysis and reporting skills \n *Excellent Excel skills and strong attention to detail \n *Good understanding of dealership accounting and financial performance \n *Experience using Kerridge or a similar automotive dealer management system \n *AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA, CIMA or ACA \n *Strong commercial awareness and the confidence to work with operational and senior stakeholders \n Kerridge experience is highly desirable, particularly where this has involved extracting, analysing and interpreting dealership financial data. \n Why Apply? \n *£40,000 - £50,000 + Benefits \n *Hybrid working with flexibility \n *Financial analysis-led role within an established automotive business \n *Opportunity to influence commercial decision-making \n *Exposure to senior management and operational teams \n *Broad role combining management accounting and financial analysis \n *Genuine opportunity for career development \n Interested? \n If you're an automotive finance professional who enjoys analysing the numbers, understanding what they mean and using that insight to influence business performance, we'd love to hear from you.

Director of Finance \n Freight Forwarding | Finance Leadership \n £90,000 - £110,000 (neg) + Car allowance + bonus + benefits \n An exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing, independent freight forwarding business in a senior finance leadership role, supporting continued profitable growth and strategic development. \n Previous finance experience within a freight forwarding business is essential. This is not a generalist Finance Director role; you will need a strong understanding of the financial, commercial and operational dynamics of freight forwarding. \n Reporting to the Group CEO, the Director of Finance will have overall responsibility for the finance function, providing strong financial control, commercial insight, performance management and strategic support to the Executive team. \n The position could suit an experienced Freight Forwarding Finance Director, Head of Finance or Financial Controller, as well as a strong Senior Finance Manager looking to take the next step into a broader finance leadership role. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead and develop the finance function, ensuring high standards of financial reporting, control and performance management.\n, • Oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial planning, providing clear financial information to support business decisions.\n, • Develop commercial finance and business partnering capability across the organisation.\n, • Take a proactive lead on working capital management, including debtor collection, aged debt reduction, cash flow and supplier negotiations.\n, • Oversee statutory accounts, external audit and financial compliance across the Group.\n, • Develop and embed effective financial policies, processes, controls and best-practice procedures.\n, • Provide strong financial governance, ensuring adherence to regulatory and business requirements.\n, • Produce regular management information, financial analysis and forecasts for the CEO and Executive team.\n, • Support the CEO with commercial analysis and due diligence relating to potential new ventures.\n, • Support M&A and financial due diligence activity as required.\n\n About You \n You will have significant finance experience gained within a freight forwarding business, with a strong understanding of the sector's commercial and operational environment. \n Key experience should include: \n\n • Finance experience within freight forwarding — essential.\n, • Financial reporting, management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.\n, • Working capital, credit control, debtor management and cash flow.\n, • Commercial finance and business partnering.\n, • Financial control, governance, statutory accounts and audit.\n, • Experience working with CEOs, Executive teams and operational stakeholders.\n, • Exposure to commercial due diligence, new ventures and/or M&A - preferred.\n, • A commercially minded, analytical and hands-on approach.\n\n The Opportunity \n A high-impact finance leadership position offering the opportunity to shape the finance function, strengthen commercial performance and play a key role in the continued growth of an established freight forwarding business. \n Should you meet the above criteria and feel that you are a suitable candidate, please do not hesitate to apply. \n Mode 3 Executive Search Ltd is an independent recruitment consultancy providing specialist talent finding services. Principally we operate within Supply Chain Management, Freight Forwarding, Shipping and the wider Global Transportation markets. We are always keen to connect with talented individuals working in Freight Forwarding, Freight Management, Import Freight, Export Freight, Sea Freight, Air Freight, Road Freight, Supply Chain, International Logistics.

Our client, a large global law firm, is seeking an experienced Global Finance Director to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of its global finance function. \n Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer and working closely with senior leadership across multiple international regions, this is a high-profile appointment combining strategic leadership, commercial partnering, financial governance and large-scale transformation. \n The firms has experienced significant international growth and is now focused on further enhancing the effectiveness, consistency and commercial impact of its global finance function. As a result, this role offers a unique opportunity to influence business performance and help drive the next phase of growth. \n The Role \n Leading a sizeable international finance team, you will be responsible for overseeing key finance functions including: \n\n • Global Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)\n, • Group Financial Reporting\n, • Budgeting, Forecasting & Long-Term Planning\n, • Audit & Financial Governance\n, • Business Intelligence & Performance Reporting\n, • Treasury & Financial Control\n, • Finance Transformation Initiatives\n\n You will provide meaningful financial insight to executive leadership, supporting strategic decision-making through robust analysis, modelling and performance reporting. \n The role will also be instrumental in driving consistency across international regions, enhancing reporting frameworks, improving processes and helping deliver a modern, data-led finance function. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead global budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning across multiple international jurisdictions.\n, • Oversee consolidated financial reporting and year-end audit processes.\n, • Ensure strong financial controls, governance and compliance frameworks are maintained globally.\n, • Deliver insightful commercial analysis to support profitability and performance improvement.\n, • Support executive leadership with scenario modelling and strategic decision-making.\n, • Develop meaningful KPIs and reporting frameworks across international operations.\n, • Drive finance transformation initiatives focused on systems, processes and operating model improvements.\n, • Partner with senior stakeholders across the business to improve commercial performance and support growth initiatives.\n, • Build, develop and mentor a high-performing international finance leadership team.\n\n About You \n We are interested in speaking with experienced finance leaders who bring a blend of strategic thinking, technical expertise and strong people leadership. \n Experience needed: \n\n • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.\n, • Significant senior finance leadership experience within a large, complex international organisation.\n, • Strong expertise in financial reporting, audit, financial control and FP&A.\n, • Experience operating within multi-entity, multi-currency environments.\n, • A track record of leading finance transformation and process improvement programmes.\n, • Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence executive and board-level audiences.\n, • Experience leading large, geographically dispersed teams.\n, • Strong commercial acumen and the ability to translate financial information into actionable business insight.\n\n Experience within professional services, partnerships, legal services, consulting, or another complex international environment will be required. \n What's on Offer? \n\n • Opportunity to shape the future of a global finance function.\n, • Significant exposure to executive leadership and key strategic initiatives.\n, • Leadership responsibility for a large international team.\n, • A highly visible role with genuine influence on business performance and growth.\n, • Flexible hybrid working model.\n, • Competitive executive-level remuneration package.\n\n \n If this job isn't quite right for you, but you know someone who would be great at this role, why not take advantage of our referral scheme? We offer £200 in shopping vouchers for every referred candidate who we place in a role. Terms & Conditions Apply.

The Company \n My client is a premier venue and live events business based in East London. Following major expansion projects and the rollout of new leisure districts, this flagship organisation welcomes millions of visitors every year across a diverse portfolio of world-class events. Driven by a collaborative, values-led culture, they are now looking to recruit an ambitious Financial Controller to join their four-person finance leadership structure. \n The Role \n Reporting directly to the CFO, this role takes full ownership of the integrity, accuracy, and efficiency of the group's core accounting records and General Ledger. Managing a direct team of four and partnering with senior heads across 25 operational departments, you will play a central role in maintaining financial discipline and modernising core systems. \n Key responsibilities include: \n\n • \n Inspiring, coaching, and setting clear direction for a team of four covering Accounts Payable, Revenue & Credit, Cashier, and Management Accounts. \n • \n Overseeing group accounting operations, maintaining robust financial controls, and collaborating with internal audit and compliance teams. \n • \n Driving system optimisation and process automation across the finance function, leveraging modern IT tools and AI solutions where appropriate. \n • \n Managing working capital, balance sheet reconciliations, treasury, and inputs into monthly cash flow forecasting. \n • \n Partnering with senior managers across 25 operational business functions to ensure financial accuracy at every level. \n\n Your Profile \n To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified finance leader who thrives when managing people, tightening controls, and driving digital transformation. \n Essential criteria: \n\n • \n Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with several years of post-qualification experience in industry or commerce. \n • \n Proven track record of leading, mentoring, and developing direct reports within a finance function. \n • \n Strong track record of achievements over 3-5 years in a Financial Controller or Finance Manager role. \n • \n Hands-on experience driving finance system improvements, process automation, or digital transformation initiatives. \n • \n Advanced Excel capabilities and overall technical fluency, with a tech-forward mindset around automation. \n • \n Confident communication and influencing skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders. \n\n Salary & Benefits \n\n • \n Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 per annum \n • \n Bonus: Up to 20% performance-related bonus \n • \n Working Model: 4 days per week in their East London office (free on-site car parking provided) \n • \n Pension: Matched pension scheme with up to 15% company contribution \n • \n Healthcare & Wellbeing: Private Health Insurance (AXA), biennial Nuffield Health assessment, free on-site gym, and an Employee Assistance Programme \n • \n Financial Security: Life Assurance (4x salary) and Income Protection (75% of salary for up to 2 years) \n • \n Holidays & Perks: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, season ticket loan, and cycle to work schem \n • \n\n 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:

\n \n \n Thriving Investments is a socially conscious fund manager focused on the living sector. We invest across a range of housing tenures that deliver market returns to investors alongside meaningful social impact. We currently manage over 5,300 homes representing £1.1bn of assets under management, with ambitious plans to grow to £5bn+ through the launch of new funds and the expansion of existing portfolios. \n Thriving Investments is supported by a Board of experienced non‑executive directors and by corporate functions including IT, Finance, HR and Facilities through our parent organisation, Places for People. \n \n More about your role \n \n \n As a Finance Associate, you'll join a growing and ambitious investment business focused on delivering both strong financial performance and positive social impact through affordable housing. You'll play a key role in supporting the continued growth of ReSI LP and ReSI Homes, working closely with senior leaders including the Fund Finance Director, Financial Controller and Fund Manager.\n \n \n In this varied role, you'll support corporate finance activities including financial modelling, debt financing, liquidity planning and capital raising initiatives. You'll help deliver robust budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting processes, providing analysis and insights that support investment and strategic decision-making.\n \n \n You'll also contribute to investor reporting and stakeholder management, supporting quarterly reporting, capital calls, distributions and responding to investor information requests. A significant part of your role will focus on supporting the financial management of ReSI Homes, including business planning, long-term forecasting, board reporting, regulatory returns and lender reporting. Alongside this, you'll support audit, tax and compliance activities, ensuring strong governance, debt covenant compliance and audit readiness across the portfolio.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n • ACA (or equivalent professional accounting qualification) with up to 2 years post-qualification experience.\n, • Strong technical accounting and financial reporting experience gained within a leading accountancy practice or relevant industry environment in real estate.\n, • Advanced Excel skills, including experience developing, maintaining or reviewing financial models.\n, • Experience preparing financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting or management reporting for senior stakeholders.\n, • Demonstrable experience working with complex financial data and producing clear, accurate reports that support business decision-making.\n \n \n \n \n \n More about you\n \n You'll be a qualified finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced and commercially focused environment. With strong technical accounting knowledge and excellent analytical skills, you're comfortable interpreting complex financial information and turning it into meaningful insights that support business performance and strategic decisions.\n \n \n You'll have a genuine interest in corporate finance, investment management and real estate, alongside the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. You're confident working with a wide range of stakeholders, from investors and lenders to board members and senior management teams. Most importantly, you'll bring a proactive approach, strong attention to detail and a desire to make a meaningful contribution to a growing organisation with a social purpose.\n What you'll get\n \n We know rewarding work deserves rewarding benefits. That's why, alongside a competitive salary, you'll have access to a package designed to support you at work and beyond.\n \n \n You'll receive:\n \n \n • Pension with matched contributions up to 7%\n \n • Bonus scheme \n \n • 35 days holiday (including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell days\n \n • Healthcare cashback plan for everyday medical costs, with private GP and health support services available\n \n • Comprehensive wellbeing support including counselling, flu jabs, our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and access to our Wellbeing Hub, supporting your mental, physical and financial wellbeing\n \n • Access to Our Place Rewards, offering discounts and savings on groceries, travel, shopping, home products and other lifestyle purchases\n \n • Ongoing training, professional qualifications, internal development programmes and career progression opportunities\n \n • Recognition programmes including Star Awards and Colleague Awards, celebrating achievements and recognising great work\n \n • Strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing and colleague engagement\n \n • Free membership to Places Gyms\n \n • Life Assurance to provide financial security for your loved ones, alongside access to will writing services to help you plan for the future with confidence\n \n \n \n \n \n \n What's next? \n If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us. \n As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who are disabled, neurodiverse, or have served in the Armed Forces, provided they meet the essential criteria for the role. If you would like to be considered under this scheme, please indicate this in your application. We are dedicated to creating a supportive and accessible recruitment process for all. \n We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview experience, please let us know. We're happy to work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to perform at your best. \n If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk. \n We understand the importance of a supportive and inclusive work culture so please talk to us at interview about flexibility you may need. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we promise not to judge you for asking. For this role we are open to discussing the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times or compressed hours. \n \n If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls \n \n \n \n \n Safeguarding \n At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect. \n We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment. \n By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities \n \n \n \n \n

Freightserve recruitment are looking for an Air Export Supervisor for a fast growing Freight / Courier company based in the Heathrow area. \n This is a hands-on supervisory role, responsible for overseeing export operations and airline liaison while providing leadership and support to small team of clerks. \n The successful candidate will have strong experience in export logistics, airline management and allocations, customs procedures, and international shipping documentation. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Supervise and support a team of three Clerks, ensuring all daily tasks are completed accurately and on time.\n, • Act as the senior point of contact within the department\n, • Audit and check the work completed by the Clerks, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to company procedures.\n, • Process export documentation, including MAWBs, HAWBs, commercial invoices, customs declarations, and all associated export paperwork.\n, • Airline management and allocation booking\n, • Ensure all export shipments comply with UK customs regulations and international trade requirements.\n, • Complete customs entries using the CDS customs entry system.\n, • Liaise with freight forwarders, airlines, shipping lines, transport providers, and customs authorities to ensure shipments move efficiently.\n, • Maintain accurate records of export transactions and supporting documentation.\n, • Investigate and resolve customs or shipment-related issues in a timely manner.\n, • Work closely with internal departments to ensure export and transport activities run smoothly.\n, • Ensure all export documentation is completed accurately and submitted within required deadlines.\n, • Support continuous improvement within the logistics department by maintaining high standards of accuracy, compliance, and customer service.\n\n Skills and Experience Required \n\n • Previous experience within export logistics, freight forwarding, supply chain, or a similar logistics environment.\n, • Strong knowledge of export documentation, customs procedures, and international shipping regulations.\n, • Experience using the CDS customs entry system.\n, • Previous experience supervising or mentoring staff would be advantageous.\n, • Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.\n, • Ability to prioritise workloads and perform effectively under pressure.\n, • Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with internal teams, customers, carriers, and customs authorities.\n, • Proficient in Microsoft Office and logistics management systems.\n, • A proactive approach with excellent problem-solving abilities.\n\n Personal Attributes \n\n • Reliable and professional.\n, • Strong leadership and decision-making skills.\n, • Able to work independently\n, • Calm under pressure and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.\n\n As an agency we are fast becoming the number one Freight specialist in the UK. We have a fast growing reputation with most Freight related companies. Freightserve has been established since 1992 working within the Freight Forwarding and Shipping industry.

Head of Finance \n \n Organisation: West London Waste Authority (WLWA) \n Salary: £70,000 – £85,000 per annum, inclusive of London Weighting (dependent on experience) \n Hours: 36 hours per week, hybrid \n Location: West Drayton (UB7), with time at Authority and contractor sites as required \n Reporting to: Director of Finance & Corporate Resources \n \n About West London Waste Authority \n West London Waste Authority (WLWA) manages the disposal of household waste for 1.7 million residents across Brent, Ealing, Harrow, Hillingdon, Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames. It is recognised as one of the most cost-effective waste authorities in the country. Prudent financial management has kept costs below inflation and allowed the Authority to return significant savings to its boroughs, giving it strong foundations to build on. \n \n WLWA is now entering its most ambitious chapter yet. It has committed to halving residual waste by 2035 and eliminating avoidable waste by 2042, while leading West London through the biggest legislative change the sector has seen in a generation. Through a new Strategic Borough Partnership Board, WLWA is directing significant capital investment into a programme that includes: \n\n • an £8m reserve-funded upgrade of Household Reuse and Recycling Centres\n, • new Circular Economy Hubs\n, • a £2m upgrade of the Victoria Road food waste facility\n, • a joint municipal waste strategy for West London\n\n \n Strong financial leadership will be central to this future, and the Head of Finance role sits at the heart of it. \n \n The Role \n This is a newly elevated, senior role at the heart of WLWA's finance function. As Head of Finance, you will lead the Authority's financial reporting and give strategic financial insight to the Senior Leadership Team, Members and budget holders. You will lead the Senior Accountant and the wider finance team. You will also hold delegated responsibility, alongside the Director, for corporate expenditure budgets of around £13m, and deputise for the Director when required. \n \n Key responsibilities include: \n\n • Leading the production and publication of the annual Statement of Accounts, and managing the external audit relationship\n, • Leading budget setting with the Director, including calculating and apportioning the statutory levy to the six boroughs, and supporting development of the Medium-Term Financial Plan\n, • Delivering high-quality monthly financial and performance reporting to SLT and Members, covering forecasts, KPIs, variance analysis and emerging risks\n, • Designing financial models, dashboards and investment appraisals that inform major capital and partnership decisions, setting out affordability, risk and return on investment\n, • Strengthening financial controls, governance and assurance in line with the CIPFA Financial Management Code\n, • Overseeing Whole Government Accounts returns, asset accounting, financial due diligence and benchmarking against other waste disposal authorities\n, • Driving automation and continuous improvement in finance systems and processes\n\n \n About You \n\n • A qualified CCAB accountant (CIPFA, ACCA, ACA or CIMA) with evidence of ongoing CPD, or qualified by experience\n, • A proven track record of delivering statutory annual accounts to tight deadlines, and of budget setting in a complex environment\n, • Experience of financial modelling through to reporting at Board or Member level\n, • Able to explain complex financial issues clearly and influence senior stakeholders\n, • An inspiring leader who develops and motivates finance teams\n, • Commercially astute, with experience of delivering savings through process improvement\n, • Desirable: experience of ERP systems (e.g. Agresso), digital transformation in finance, and project management\n\n \n What's on Offer \n\n • Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme and benefits\n, • Hybrid working for flexibility and work-life balance\n, • Ongoing professional development\n, • The opportunity to shape the finances of a high-performing, forward-looking Authority during a period of significant investment and change\n\n \n How to Apply \n This appointment is being managed exclusively by Allen Lane. For a confidential discussion, or to apply, please contact Jack Murphy at Allen Lane with your CV and a short supporting statement. \n \n Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early applications are encouraged. \n

Audit Manager - Social Housing \n Competitive salary + benefits \n London | Flexible / hybrid working \n I'm working with a leading national accountancy firm that is looking to appoint an Audit Manager into its specialist Social Housing and Not for Profit audit team. \n This is a strong opportunity for a qualified Audit Manager, or an experienced Assistant Manager ready to step up, who wants to work with purpose-led organisations while developing a genuine sector specialism. \n The team works with a high-profile portfolio of social housing providers, charities and wider not for profit organisations, including household names, top 100 charities, grant makers, schools, academies, membership bodies, professional bodies and international NGOs. \n The firm is a leading adviser to the Social Housing sector and has continued to invest heavily in this area, working closely with sector bodies and acting as Technical Advisor to the Housing SORP working party. \n The Role \n As Audit Manager, you will manage a portfolio of external audit clients and deliver a year-round service, acting as a key contact for clients and leading audit teams from planning through to completion. \n The role offers genuine variety, with the opportunity to build your own portfolio in areas of interest alongside social housing, while also supporting wider assurance work and business development activity. \n Responsibilities will include: \n\n • \n Managing a portfolio of social housing and not for profit audit clients \n • \n Coordinating audit teams and managing multiple assignments \n • \n Leading audits from planning through to completion \n • \n Acting as a principal client contact throughout the year \n • \n Building strong relationships with clients and colleagues \n • \n Ensuring work is delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard \n • \n Preparing and presenting reports to senior management, Audit Committees and Boards \n • \n Coaching, mentoring and developing junior team members \n • \n Supporting business development activity and building your own network \n • \n Contributing to proposals and presentations for new work \n • \n Supporting wider assurance projects where required \n • \n Taking part in team and firm-wide training and development activity \n\n What They're Looking For \n The firm is keen to speak with qualified audit professionals who are technically strong, personable and interested in building a long-term career within the social purpose sector. \n You will ideally have: \n\n • \n ACA, ICAS, ACCA or equivalent qualification \n • \n Strong external audit experience gained within practice \n • \n Good technical knowledge of auditing and accounting standards \n • \n Experience managing audit assignments, teams and deadlines \n • \n Strong communication and client relationship skills \n • \n Confidence preparing and presenting reports \n • \n Good working knowledge of Excel and Word \n • \n The ability to coach, support and mentor junior colleagues \n • \n A proactive, organised and client-focused approach \n • \n Social housing, charity or not for profit audit experience would be beneficial, but is not essential \n\n Why Apply? \n This is a great opportunity to join a growing, award-winning team that is genuinely committed to the social purpose sector. \n You will work with organisations that make a real difference, while benefiting from high-quality clients, strong technical development, sector-leading expertise and clear long-term progression. \n The package includes: \n\n • \n Competitive salary + benefits \n • \n Flexible / hybrid working \n • \n Part-time working considered \n • \n High-profile social housing and not for profit client base \n • \n Opportunity to develop a recognised sector specialism \n • \n Clear career pathway and merit-based progression \n • \n Continuous learning and technical development \n • \n Flexible benefits package \n • \n Dedicated wellbeing support \n • \n Collaborative, inclusive and supportive culture \n\n This would suit an Audit Manager looking for more meaningful client work, or a strong Assistant Manager ready to step up into a Manager role within a specialist, progressive and highly regarded team. \n Please note, applicants must have an existing permanent right to live and work in the UK. \n \n As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

Role Overview \n This luxury retail group is seeking a Project Accountant to take ownership of a large-scale fixed asset clean-up programme. With approximately 115 legacy CAPEX projects sitting open in SAP S/4HANA, the successful candidate will lead the investigation, reconciliation, and closure of historic projects to ensure the Fixed Asset Register is accurate, complete, and fully audit-ready. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Review, cleanse, and restructure the Fixed Asset Register to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with audit requirements.\n, • Analyse around 115 legacy projects in SAP S/4HANA, identifying mispostings, incomplete data, incorrect classifications, and projects requiring capitalisation or closure.\n, • Use advanced SAP S/4HANA functionality to trace transactions, reconcile balances, validate project statuses, and correct errors.\n, • Prepare schedules, documentation, and reconciliations to ensure the Fixed Asset Register and CAPEX reporting withstand external audit scrutiny.\n, • Collaborate with project managers, operations teams, and finance colleagues to gather missing information and validate project outcomes.\n, • Recommend and implement improved controls around project creation, capitalisation, depreciation, and closure.\n, • Produce clear summaries of findings, risks, and progress for senior finance leadership.\n\n Required Experience & Skills \n\n • Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).\n, • SAP S/4HANA expertise is essential, particularly in project accounting, fixed assets, and CAPEX modules.\n, • Strong technical understanding of IAS 16, fixed asset accounting, capitalisation rules, depreciation, and project close-out.\n, • Proven experience cleaning, rebuilding, or auditing a Fixed Asset Register.\n, • Ability to analyse large volumes of historic data and resolve discrepancies.\n, • Excellent communication skills and ability to work with non-finance stakeholders.\n, • Highly organised, methodical, and persistent in resolving issues.\n\n Ideal Candidate Profile \n\n • A forensic-minded accountant who enjoys untangling complex data.\n, • Confident navigating SAP S/4HANA at a deep technical level.\n, • Comfortable taking full ownership of a complex clean-up project.\n, • Able to balance detailed investigation with clear, concise reporting.\n\n \n

Our client, a well established, highly regarded, medium sized CA Firm, who continue to expand, seek to recruit a suitably experienced Audit Senior to join their successful Audit team. You will be CA/ACA/ACCA QUALIFIED, with up to c2 years PQE gained from another UK Accountancy Firm able with current/recent proven audit senioring experience supervising and reviewing the work of junior team members with a client focused and flexible 'can do ' approach. Taking responsibility for leading audits from planning through to completion, working with clients of varying size and complexity, you will act as a key point of contact for clients, building trusted relationships and ensuring work is delivered efficiently and to a high standard. You will also play an important role in supervising and supporting junior team members, providing on-the-job guidance, reviewing work, and contributing to a positive and collaborative team environment. Working closely with managers, directors, and partners, you will help ensure audit quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across the team. Key Responsibilities • Planning and delivering audit assignments from planning through to completion., • Acting as the senior fieldwork team member on audit engagements, undertaking complex and technical audit work., • Supervising and reviewing the work of junior team members, ensuring quality, consistency, and adherence to deadlines., • Providing on-the-job training and mentoring to students and junior staff, supporting their professional development and exam progression., • Preparation of statutory accounts from trial balance, including audit adjustments and ensuring appropriate financial statement disclosures., • Drafting management letters with clear recommendations for improvements to systems, controls, and governance., • Acting as a key point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong professional relationships., • Attending and contributing to client meetings, including Audit Committees and Board meetings where required., • Taking ownership of audit quality, ensuring compliance with auditing standards, regulatory requirements, and firm methodologies., • Supporting managers and partners with proposals, sales, and business development activity where appropriate. Excellent new opportunity to work with a range of medium sized clients some groups, OMB's from varying sectors as well as not for profit and charities. Broad audit or audit/accounts experience gained from another UK Accountancy Firm is required with strong ISA UK auditing standards and UK GAAP (FRS 102). Our client prides themselves on good staff retention, with a 'hands on' supportive management team, they embrace being innovative—continually improving processes, adopting new technologies, and encouraging fresh ideas from across the team. Alongside this, they offer personalised development plans to ensure every individual has the opportunity to reach their full potential. ATTRACTIVE SALARY WITH HYBRID WORKING AND GOOD BENEFITS PACKAGE. CAREER DEVELOPMENT, HIGH QUALITY, VARIED CLIENT PORTFOLIO. If you are keen for a new change and challenge or feel progression is more limited where you are, this could be an ideal opportunity and Firm for you to consider!

CAD Manager Location: Moorgate, London Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum Employment Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Office-based, 5 days per week About the Role We are seeking an experienced CAD Manager to join our Credit function in a senior management capacity. This is a hands-on role responsible for overseeing credit administration processes from initial approval through to post-completion follow-up and ongoing facility servicing. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that credit administration activities are completed accurately, efficiently and in accordance with internal policies, procedures and applicable regulatory requirements. You will also contribute to risk mitigation, process improvement and the development of less experienced team members. The role will primarily support a portfolio of lending, including real estate finance, SME working capital facilities, Islamic finance and occasional syndicated lending. Key Responsibilities Review post-completion files within agreed timescales, ensuring limits, interest rates, collateral and fees are accurately recorded and maintained. Follow up on the perfection of security documentation and ensure complete security packages are received and securely maintained. Oversee key credit administration and management control processes, including: Credit limit input and updates Interest rate changes Bank and trade finance limits Islamic finance limits Lien management Security perfection and registration Collateral input and maintenance Limit expiry controls Insurance checks and updates Remediation activities Repayments, discharges and releases Lease consent requests Ensure outstanding matters are tracked and followed up within appropriate timescales. Work closely with external solicitors on security perfection, lease consents, discharges, releases and other legal requirements. Handle audit requests and provide supporting documentation as required. Facilitate the empanelment of solicitors and valuers. Maintain accurate management information and contribute to reporting requirements. Contribute to property revaluations, including index-linked valuations. Maintain and update relevant procedures and operational guidelines. Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to the implementation of enhancements. Participate in Credit Administration projects and user acceptance testing. Coach and mentor junior and less experienced members of the team. Work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure transactions and processes are managed efficiently and within agreed service levels. About You You will have substantial experience within credit administration, ideally gained within a UK banking environment, with strong exposure to Buy-to-Let, residential and commercial property lending, SME banking and working capital facilities. You will bring: 10+ years' experience in credit administration and related processes. Previous experience of people management or responsibility for supporting and developing team members. Strong knowledge of credit documentation, security perfection, collateral management and property due diligence. A strong understanding of risk mitigation and control processes. Experience working with solicitors, valuers, auditors and multiple internal stakeholders. Good knowledge of relevant legal, regulatory and documentation requirements. Experience with Islamic finance, particularly Commodity Murabaha and Diminishing Musharaka, would be advantageous. An understanding of legal conveyancing would also be desirable. Strong spreadsheet and database skills, with the ability to analyse and manage complex information. Key Attributes We are looking for someone who is: Highly organised, accurate and detail-oriented. Proactive and solutions-focused, with a positive can-do attitude. Comfortable working to tight deadlines and managing competing priorities. A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills. Confident engaging with colleagues and senior stakeholders across different business areas. Able to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment. Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities. A collaborative team player who can also work independently. Committed to maintaining high standards of risk management, governance and operational control. Why Join? This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced credit administration professional to take a senior role within a specialist Credit function, with responsibility for critical processes, risk controls, stakeholder management and continuous improvement. If you have extensive credit administration experience and are looking for a hands-on management role in a London-based banking environment, we would be pleased to hear from you

Contracts Manager £95,000 - £105,000 Per Annum + Package Central London We are working with a Major Tier One Civil Engineering contractor, who are recruiting for a Contracts Manager to take ownership of the main contract relationship on a major infrastructure programme. This role will focus on NEC contract management, governance, compliance, auditing and change control, ensuring contractual obligations are effectively managed both upstream with the client and downstream throughout the supply chain. What You'll Be Doing Acting as the lead on the administration and management of NEC contracts, ensuring compliance with all contractual obligations. Managing governance, assurance and audit activities across the project. Reviewing client changes and assessing their contractual and commercial impact. Leading the management of Early Warnings, Compensation Events and contractual notices. Overseeing project change control processes and maintaining robust contractual records. Reviewing procurement and subcontract agreements to ensure downstream contracts align with the main contract. Implementing cost assurance and compliance processes to minimise disallowed cost and commercial risk. Supporting dispute avoidance, negotiation and resolution activities. Producing contractual reports and updates for senior leadership and JV stakeholders. Providing expert contractual guidance to project, commercial and procurement teams.What You'll Need Strong NEC3/NEC4 contract management experience within rail, civils, infrastructure or major projects. Proven background in governance, compliance, contract assurance and auditing. Experience managing both upstream client contracts and downstream subcontractor agreements. Strong understanding of procurement, contract administration and change management processes. Experience assessing Compensation Events, contractual risk and entitlement. Knowledge of dispute resolution and contract law principles. Ability to influence senior stakeholders and provide clear contractual advice. Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Law, Commercial Management or a related discipline

As a Trustee and member of The Road Safety Trust’s Audit and Risk Committee, you will help guide the charity’s strategic direction, safeguard its resources and support its vision of zero deaths and serious injuries on UK roads. Working collectively with fellow trustees, you will ensure the Trust remains well governed, financially sustainable and accountable, with its activities focused on delivering its charitable purposes. \n The role combines the responsibilities of a Board Trustee with additional oversight through the Audit and Risk Committee. You will bring independent judgement, relevant expertise and constructive challenge to discussions and decisions. Your contribution will help the Board assess performance, understand significant risks and make informed decisions about the Trust’s future. Trustees provide strategic oversight, while responsibility for day-to-day management remains with the executive team. \n Your responsibilities as a Trustee will include: \n\n • Acting in the best interests of the Trust and its charitable purposes, in accordance with its governing document and legal and regulatory duties.\n, • Contributing to the development of the Trust’s strategy and monitoring its performance, outcomes and impact.\n, • Holding the executive team to account through informed questions, constructive challenge and appropriate support.\n, • Overseeing financial sustainability, the proper use of resources and the management of significant organisational risks.\n, • Attending Board and committee meetings, reviewing papers in advance and contributing actively to collective decisions.\n, • Maintaining confidentiality, declaring and managing conflicts of interest or loyalty, and demonstrating high standards of integrity and governance.\n, • Providing advice and support to senior management where appropriate, while respecting the distinction between governance and operational management.\n\n As an Audit and Risk Committee member, you will scrutinise financial reporting, audit, internal controls, risk and governance across the Trust, including relevant matters relating to UKROEd. Specific responsibilities will include: \n\n • Reviewing annual accounts and financial reporting, including relevant reporting on UKROEd, and recommending the accounts to the Board for approval.\n, • Reviewing the effectiveness of statutory and internal audit arrangements, considering audit findings and monitoring progress against recommendations.\n, • Scrutinising financial, accounting and tax policies, expenditure controls and internal control arrangements, including relevant IT controls.\n, • Reviewing measures to prevent and respond to fraud.\n, • Challenging how strategic risks are identified, assessed and managed, including through the Strategic Risk Register.\n, • Reviewing the investment policy alongside the Trust’s reserves policy and appetite for risk.\n, • Reviewing governance and compliance arrangements, reporting to the Board on the Committee’s work and effectiveness, and undertaking other responsibilities delegated by the Board.\n\n We are seeking individuals with senior experience in financial management, accounting, audit, risk management or governance. You will need sound independent judgement, clear communication skills and the ability to challenge respectfully, consider different perspectives and build constructive working relationships. Previous Board or committee experience is desirable, alongside a commitment to the Trust’s charitable purposes, values, equality, diversity and inclusion. \n The annual commitment includes one in-person risk workshop, at least three Audit and Risk Committee meetings, including one in person, and four Board meetings, including two in person, plus preparation time. The role is unpaid, with necessary travel expenses reimbursed. Trustees serve an initial three-year term. \n Full information about the role and its requirements can be found here: https://www.roadsafetytrust.org.uk/become-a-trustee

Senior Associate - Financial Crime Operations Location: West London Job Type: Permanent Salary: Up to £29,000 per annum Experience Required: 2-5 years About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Associate - Financial Crime Operations to join a growing Financial Crime team. This is an excellent opportunity for a financial crime professional with experience in a UK regulated financial institution to play a key role in preventing, detecting and investigating financial crime risks. Reporting to the Manager - Financial Crime Operations, you will support the organisation's Financial Crime framework by helping to prevent, detect, investigate and report financial crime risks. You will work across Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter Terrorist Financing (CTF), sanctions compliance, fraud prevention, transaction monitoring, customer due diligence and financial crime investigations, ensuring compliance with UK regulatory requirements, internal policies and industry best practices. Key Responsibilities As a Senior Associate, you will be responsible for: Investigating transaction monitoring alerts and analysing customer activity to identify suspicious behaviour. Reviewing sanctions screening alerts and escalating potential sanctions concerns where appropriate. Investigating fraud cases, including APP fraud, mule accounts, identity theft and impersonation. Conducting Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews for high-risk and complex customers. Preparing detailed financial crime investigation reports and escalating suspicious activity through internal SAR processes. Supporting the optimisation and enhancement of transaction monitoring and sanctions screening systems. Assisting with regulatory compliance initiatives and ensuring adherence to FCA, JMLSG, OFSI, HM Treasury and internal policy requirements. Contributing to risk assessments, audits, governance activities and continuous improvement initiatives. Maintaining accurate management information, investigation records and audit trails. Coaching junior team members and sharing financial crime knowledge across the wider team. What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience 2-5 years' experience within Financial Crime Operations in a UK regulated financial institution. Strong knowledge of UK AML, CTF, sanctions, fraud prevention and financial crime regulations. Experience investigating transaction monitoring and sanctions screening alerts. Good understanding of Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD). Strong analytical and investigative skills with excellent attention to detail. Ability to make sound, risk-based decisions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Desirable Experience with transaction monitoring and sanctions screening systems. Knowledge of payment screening and customer screening processes. Experience using core banking platforms such as Finacle and financial crime case management systems. Experience supporting system tuning, optimisation or User Acceptance Testing (UAT). Professional qualifications such as ACAMS, ICA, AML/KYC or equivalent. Personal Attributes We're looking for someone who is: Highly ethical with excellent integrity and professionalism. Customer-focused while maintaining a strong risk-based approach. Self-motivated, resilient and adaptable within a changing regulatory environment. A collaborative team player with excellent stakeholder management skills. Committed to continuous learning and driving process improvements. Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative Financial Crime Operations team where you'll play an important role in protecting customers and the organisation from financial crime. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to regulatory compliance and operational excellence, and continue developing your expertise within a supportive and professional environment. If you're passionate about financial crime prevention and are looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you

This is a fantastic role where no two days will be the same. If you are looking to be a true business Partner who also wants to muck in this is the role for you! Client Details This is a conglomerate who have an incredibly broad range of business interests. Description · Diary management, meeting prioritisation and forward planning for the Chairman, Board Directors and senior executives. · International and domestic travel arrangements, including hotels, cars, itineraries, contingency planning and visa support. · Chairman office readiness, including furniture, printer, AV, telephone, room presentation and snagging follow-up. · Confidential correspondence and relationship management with Chairman office contacts. · Trusted London point of contact for family members requiring UK support. · Discreet handling of sensitive matters. · Executive subscriptions, clubs and memberships, including renewals, invoices, payment entity decisions, approvals and cross-charging. · Annual Board and Committee calendar management and meeting support. · Boardroom preparation, attendance coordination, hospitality and meeting readiness. · Board dinners, catering, venue selection, guest logistics, transport and accommodation support. · Board member travel, accommodation and visa support. · Signature collection, notarisation, legalisation, document execution and governance records support. · Board and NED fee administration, including schedules, calculations, approvals, payment instructions, payment status and liaison with Finance / Payroll / Company Secretariat. · Year-end, audit, annual report and financial statement requests relating to Board fees, NED remuneration, director information, related party disclosures and UK entity records. · Dividend NFA and funding memo preparation, approvals, Treasury / Banking Operations liaison, registrar coordination and retention of dividend funding evidence. · Shareholder, registrar and special adviser administration, including Coronation Registrars approvals / payments, bank details, invoice packs and mobile or equipment support for special advisers. · Additional Board support for the Chairman and other key execs for external Board commitments, including liaison with portfolio companies, invitations, attendance requirements, diaries, dinners, cars, transfers and expense claims. · Office readiness, meeting rooms, Boardroom standards, general presentation and workplace operation. · Lunch planning, ordering, plating and delivery. · Stationery, couriers, catering, kitchen / pantry supplies, office supplies, postage, staff and visitor hospitality. · Repairs, HVAC, lighting, waste, facilities issues, landlord and building management liaison. · Board and meeting catering, including provider coordination such as Ocado, Bacchus or other suppliers. · Board dinners, event hospitality, cost / vendor / quality knowledge and high-standard visitor experience. Profile A successful Executive Assistant should: Ideally have worked for an UHNWI as well as corporate company as an EA Have worked in a high pressure environment Have done a very all round role Be very adaptable Calm and considered even when under pressureJob Offer A salary ranging from £(phone number removed) to £(phone number removed) dependent on the candidate Additional benefits provided by the company.If you're interested in this role, apply now. People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best

General Accountant Location: Central London (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Equity + Benefits A fast-growing, venture-backed technology business operating AI is seeking a General Accountant to join its expanding finance team. Following significant investment and international growth, the business is building a best-in-class finance function and offers an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious accountant looking to broaden their experience across a rapidly scaling global organisation. Reporting into senior finance leadership, this role will provide exposure across multiple entities, international operations, month-end reporting, VAT compliance and system transformation projects. Responsibilities: Processing supplier invoices, employee expenses and payment runs across multiple entities Posting journals including accruals, prepayments, payroll and intercompany transactions Preparing monthly balance sheet reconciliations including bank, AP, payroll and deposit accounts Supporting UK VAT returns and assisting with overseas VAT compliance activities Maintaining fixed asset and prepayments registers in accordance with company policy Assisting with month-end close processes and reporting pack preparation Supporting year-end audit requirements and responding to auditor requests Contributing to finance process improvements and ERP implementation activities Working with multi-currency transactions and international banking arrangements Candidate Profile: Part-qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA accountant, or equivalent accounting experience Minimum 2 years' experience within a finance or accounting role Strong grounding in double-entry bookkeeping and core accounting principles Experience across accounts payable, journals and reconciliations Strong Excel skills including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs Previous experience using Xero or a similar accounting system Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment Strong communication skills and willingness to take ownership of a broad workload The Opportunity: This position offers a rare opportunity to join a high-growth, international technology business at a pivotal stage of its development. The successful candidate will gain exposure across multiple jurisdictions, senior stakeholders and complex accounting areas while playing a key role in the evolution of the finance function. Benefits include: Competitive salary Bonus potential Equity participation scheme Pension contribution Private healthcare and wellbeing benefits Generous annual leave allowance Career development and study supportMarc Daniels Specialist Recruitment are currently recruiting on behalf of a rapidly growing technology organisation based in Central London. If you have not heard back within 72 hours, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. By applying for this role, you acknowledge that Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment may hold and process your personal data in accordance with current data protection legislation. Our privacy policy is available on our website

VP Product Controller Location: London Level: Vice President Function: Finance / Product Control We are recruiting for an experienced VP Product Controller to join a leading global financial services business in London. This is a senior position within the Product Control function, offering significant exposure to senior stakeholders and responsibility for financial control, P&L oversight and performance reporting across the business. The successful candidate will take ownership of daily P&L and associated controls, month-end processes, balance sheet substantiation and management reporting, while developing a strong commercial understanding of the areas they support. The role would suit an experienced Product Controller who is comfortable operating with senior stakeholders, has a strong control mindset and is interested in improving and automating existing processes. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of daily P&L production, review and commentary across relevant business areas. Manage associated Product Control processes including month-end close, revenue and cost analysis and related financial controls. Build strong relationships with key business stakeholders and partner closely with Risk, Treasury, FP&A, Tax, Operations and other Finance teams. Develop a detailed understanding of the underlying businesses and their operational processes. Prepare and review balance sheet substantiation, ensuring appropriate consideration of valuation, completeness, legal entity and balance sheet classification. Produce periodic management information, performance analysis and commentary for senior stakeholders. Prepare and review compensation and bonus calculations, coordinating appropriate sign-off with the business and Finance management. Identify opportunities to improve, streamline and automate Product Control processes, working with Technology and other stakeholders to deliver enhancements. Support the onboarding of new business areas and their integration into existing Finance and Product Control processes. Assist with internal and external audit requirements and maintain robust Product Control documentation. Help maintain a strong financial control environment across the areas supported. Experience Required We are looking for an established Product Controller with experience gained within a bank, financial services firm or similarly complex regulated environment. You should bring: Strong Product Control experience with a detailed understanding of P&L, balance sheet and financial control processes. An accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent. Strong analytical and accounting capabilities with excellent attention to detail. The confidence to interact with, influence and challenge senior stakeholders. Experience working across Finance and control functions such as Risk, Treasury, Operations and FP&A. Strong Excel skills and experience working with general ledger and financial systems. Experience operating within a regulated financial services environment. A track record of improving, automating or enhancing Product Control processes would be advantageous. The Opportunity This is an opportunity to join an established Product Control function in a broad VP-level role combining financial control, commercial business partnering and senior stakeholder exposure. The position offers the opportunity to take meaningful ownership of the control environment while contributing to ongoing process improvement and automation. Candidates from banking and wider financial services Product Control backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Inventum Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Our client is seeking a Senior Engineer specialising in Highways and Transport to join its growing in-house design team on a permanent basis. The role will help shape streets and communities by managing highway and transport schemes from feasibility and optioneering through to detailed design, procurement, construction and handover. This is an opportunity to deliver meaningful highways projects, working closely with client, commissioning, permitting, inspection and delivery teams. The role offers technical variety, professional development and the chance to make a direct difference to everyday journeys and local communities. Key Responsibilities: Manage the design and delivery of highways and transport projects within agreed time, cost, quality and legislative requirements Undertake highway engineering design, traffic analysis, technical option development and scheme feasibility assessments Apply UK highway and traffic design standards, including TSRGD, TSM, MfS2 and DMRB Coordinate and supervise consultants, contractors, subcontractors and term maintenance contractors, including KPI monitoring Lead projects through feasibility, concept, outline design, detailed design, construction and handover stages Manage scheme budgets, financial records, contractor accounts, risks, programmes and quality standards Arrange surveys, site inspections, road safety audits and statutory undertaker utility diversions Provide technical advice, reports, briefings and communications to colleagues, residents, elected Members and other stakeholders Team Leadership: The Senior Engineer will provide day-to-day management and technical guidance to a small team, supporting Engineers, Technicians, Graduates and Apprentices. The role will include delegating work, supervising performance, contributing to training and development plans, and leading design team meetings. The postholder will also support the Principal Engineer with project and programme management. Job Requirements: Relevant technical qualification, such as an HNC, HND or degree in Civil Engineering, Highways, Transport or a related discipline, or significant equivalent experience Significant experience in highways and transport engineering, including traffic, highway and infrastructure design Strong understanding of UK highway and traffic design standards and best professional practice Experience delivering transportation projects from feasibility through to construction and handover Knowledge of CDM 2015, health and safety requirements, contract administration and site supervision Experience of project management, financial management, contract management and coordinating multidisciplinary teams Proficiency in AutoCAD, including KeyLines and KeySigns; knowledge of Civil 3D, KeyPost or Key Accident would be advantageous Strong communication, organisation, analytical and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to advise elected Members and the public Desirable Experience: Chartered or working towards professional qualification with ICE or CIHT Understanding of NEC3 contracts and relevant project management principles Experience in traffic data analysis, traffic modelling and road safety audit processes Experience of line management, resource planning and supporting the development of junior colleagues Experience attending committee and public meetings and responding to highways and transport enquiries What the Role Offers: Hybrid working alongside site visits Opportunity to work on varied highway and transport projects with visible community impact Supportive, respectful and inclusive working environment Professional development, training and opportunities to contribute to innovation and service improvement If you are an experienced Senior Highways and Transport Engineer with a passion for highway design, traffic engineering and improving local communities, apply now to take the next step in your career

JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Service Manager Reports To: Head of Operations SOUTH WEST LONDON Primary Objective: The Service Manager will be responsible for leading the effective delivery of the contract, ensuring eligible young people receive high-quality wraparound support, are matched to suitable fully funded employment opportunities, and are supported to sustain and progress in work. The role will provide day-to-day operational leadership, performance management and stakeholder coordination to ensure contract outcomes, compliance standards and participant experience expectations are consistently achieved. Key Relationships/Interactions Internal Head of Operations and Senior Leadership Team Mentors and Activity Co-ordinators Employer Services and Employer Engagement colleagues Quality, Compliance and Performance teams Customer Excellence Centre and Participant Experience teams Wider Delivery colleagues Shared Services functions across the Group, including People and Culture, Finance and MI Teams External Participants (young people aged 18 to 24), and, where appropriate and with consent, their support networks and other support services helping young people overcome barriers to work Department for Work and Pensions and Jobcentre Plus contacts Local employers providing funded employment opportunities Local authorities, education providers, training providers and community partners Key Responsibilities As Service Manager for the contract, you will lead local delivery of a high-quality employment support service for eligible young people. You will ensure participants receive tailored pre-employment preparation, in-work support and progression planning so they can succeed in funded employment and move towards sustained work. You will be accountable for the day-to-day management of contract delivery, including performance against referral, engagement, job matching, employer placement, sustainment, quality and compliance expectations. You will use management information to monitor performance, identify risks, implement improvement actions and report progress to the Head of Operations. You will lead, coach and support delivery colleagues to provide consistent, participant-centred support. This includes ensuring caseloads are managed effectively, participant action plans are meaningful, barriers to work are addressed, safeguarding responsibilities are understood, and all records meet contractual and audit requirements. You will work closely with employer engagement colleagues and local employers to source suitable funded employment opportunities, match participants to roles aligned to their skills and aspirations and maintain strong relationships that support positive participant and employer outcomes. You will develop effective working relationships with DWP, Jobcentre Plus and wider local partners to support referrals, resolve delivery issues, strengthen local labour market links and promote the offer across the area. You will lead and manage the team, supporting recruitment, induction, training, observations and ongoing development of team members to build a confident and high-performing service. You will ensure delivery complies with DWP requirements, company policies and values, data protection, health and safety, safeguarding, equality and diversity legislation, and quality assurance standards. You will work flexibly across both your assigned regional area, and UK wide from time-to-time, outside standard hours to meet participant and programme needs. You will also undertake any other duties appropriate to the level of this role, for which you have the necessary training or experience. Essential and Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience Experienced operational leader with experience of contract managing employability, welfare-to-work, youth employment, skills or similar publicly funded contracts. A clear commitment to helping young people access and sustain meaningful employment. Strong people management experience with a proven ability to lead, motivate, coach and performance manage front-line delivery teams in a target-driven environment. Strong understanding of participant-centred support, action planning, barrier removal, job matching, in-work support and sustained employment outcomes. Experience of using management information to monitor performance, identify trends, manage risk and implement service improvement actions. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with DWP, Jobcentre Plus, employers, local partners and internal teams. Good knowledge of compliance, audit, quality assurance, safeguarding, data protection, health and safety, employment legislation and equality and diversity requirements. Excellent communication, influencing, negotiation and presentation skills. Highly organised, resilient and able to manage competing priorities, deadlines and operational pressures. Good IT skills, confident using Microsoft Office, digital communication tools, case management systems and performance reporting dashboards. Knowledge of the local labour market, employer recruitment needs and support services available to young people is desirable. Ability and willingness to travel locally and regionally as required to support delivery sites, employer activity, stakeholder meetings and contract reviews. Forward Assist Recruitment is operating as an employment agency. Forward Assist Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds

Finance Analyst Location: London Salary: £40,000 + Bonus + Benefits Job Type: Permanent Your New Company A well-established international financial services organisation is seeking a Finance Analyst to join its London-based finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to broaden their exposure across financial reporting, regulatory reporting, reconciliations and financial analysis within a regulated environment. Your New Role Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in supporting the preparation of management information, Head Office reporting, reconciliations and regulatory submissions. Key responsibilities will include: Preparing daily, monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports. Assisting with Head Office reporting, including balance sheet and profit & loss analysis. Performing balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations and investigating variances. Supporting the preparation of UK regulatory returns and supporting schedules. Assisting with statutory reporting and year-end audit requirements. Supporting VAT and Corporation Tax reporting processes. Preparing management information and financial analysis for senior stakeholders. Responding to internal and external audit queries. Maintaining reporting procedures, controls and supporting documentation. Assisting with finance projects, process improvements and testing activities. What You'll Need to Succeed Previous experience within a finance, accounting or reporting role. Experience preparing financial reports, reconciliations and supporting month-end processes. Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs and data analysis. Studying towards ACCA, CIMA or an equivalent accounting qualification. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines. Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across the business. What You'll Get in Return Exposure to a broad range of financial reporting and analysis activities. Opportunity to work within a highly regulated financial services environment. Supportive team environment with strong learning and development opportunities. Competitive salary and benefits package. Excellent platform for career progression within finance. What You Need to Do Now If you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to submit your application or contact Hays Accountancy & Finance for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

This is a hands-on Office Manager position in a small international financial services organisation, responsible for leading a small administration team while overseeing vendor management, governance, executive support, facilities and operational activities. The role requires a confident and professional individual who can balance day-to-day delivery with team leadership. Client Details Our client is a well-established international financial services organisation with a collaborative, close-knit culture and a strong presence in the City of London. They offer employees broad exposure to senior leadership, the opportunity to take ownership of processes, and the chance to contribute across a variety of business-critical functions. Description Key Responsibilities: Lead, supervise and support a small administration team, ensuring workloads are prioritised effectively and service levels are maintained. Act as the deputy to the Head of Administration & Projects, providing oversight and continuity across administration, facilities, project coordination and IT support activities. Oversee vendor management processes, including supplier onboarding, risk assessments, contract administration, invoice approvals and payment processing. Maintain strong governance and control frameworks, ensuring policies, procedures and approval processes are followed consistently. Build and manage relationships with senior stakeholders, acting as a key point of contact for executives and supporting Executive Committee activities. Prepare high-quality presentations, reports, management information and business communications for senior management. Coordinate administrative operations and office management activities, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the London office. Support project delivery and continuous improvement initiatives, helping to develop and enhance operational processes. Manage facilities-related matters and provide hands-on support during periods of absence or increased workload. Conduct regular one-to-one meetings, provide coaching and guidance to team members, and foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture. Work closely with a wide range of internal stakeholders, demonstrating professionalism, sound judgement and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Assist with audit, compliance and governance requirements, ensuring accurate record-keeping and adherence to organisational standards.Profile The Successful Applicant Must Have: Previous experience managing administrative staff within a corporate or professional environment. A strong administrative background, ideally gained within financial services, banking, professional services or a similar corporate setting. Proven experience overseeing vendor management processes, including supplier onboarding, contracts, invoicing and spend approvals. Excellent organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce high-quality reports, presentations and business correspondence. Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Experience working with senior stakeholders and the confidence to operate effectively in a highly visible role. An understanding of governance, controls, compliance procedures and administrative best practice. A proactive, hands-on and collaborative approach, with a willingness to support operational activities whenever required. Strong attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently while maintaining high standards of accuracy.Job Offer What is on offer? Competitive salary with flexibility for exceptional candidates depending on experience and market conditions. A highly varied role with exposure across administration, vendor management, facilities, governance, projects and executive support. The opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and gain visibility across the wider business. A collaborative and supportive team environment where employees are encouraged to take ownership and contribute beyond their core responsibilities. Exposure to a broad range of business functions within a well-established international financial services organisation. Hybrid working, with a 3-day office and 2-day home-working model following initial onboarding. Long-term career development opportunities within a stable and growing organisation.If you're interested in this role, apply now

Senior Electrical Engineer – Aviation Fuel Infrastructure Heathrow Airport | Critical Infrastructure | Hybrid | Long-term Contract | Outside IR35 | Competitive Rate The Opportunity We're recruiting a Senior Electrical Engineer to develop and deliver electrical maintenance procedures, risk assessments, and planned preventative maintenance programmes for aviation fuel distribution infrastructure at London Heathrow Airport. This is hands-on technical work. You'll produce electrical maintenance procedures, conduct risk assessments, design PPM programmes, and support site teams in implementing electrical standards and compliance requirements. Your expertise in aviation fuel systems, electrical safety, and hazardous area installations directly impacts safety, compliance, and operational continuity. Contract Details: Outside IR35 | Competitive rate | Long-term contract | Hybrid working pattern What You'll Be Doing Electrical Maintenance Procedures & Assessment Develop and produce electrical maintenance procedures for aviation fuel distribution infrastructure Prepare comprehensive risk assessments for electrical systems and installations Design planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programmes for site-wide implementation Support site staff in understanding and implementing electrical procedures Provide technical advice on electrical compliance and safety standards Capability Gap Analysis & Support Identify gaps in electrical maintenance capability and procedures Support planning to address capability gaps through procedure enhancement or technical guidance Assist site teams in understanding electrical standards and regulatory requirements Support continuous improvement in electrical maintenance processes Regulatory & Safety Compliance Ensure all electrical work complies with aviation fuel industry standards (JIG 2, Energy Institute guidance) Maintain expertise in hazardous area electrical installations (ATEX, DSEAR) Ensure bonding, earthing, and electrical continuity standards for static electricity control Support compliance with UK legislation and international aviation fuel handling standards Contribute to HSE risk management and incident investigation where required Technical Assurance Oversee inspection and testing procedures for electrical installations Support cathodic protection systems maintenance (EI 1540 and equivalent) Ensure electrical systems in hazardous areas meet strict regulatory requirements Maintain audit trails and compliance documentation About You Essential Qualifications Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Control Engineering (or equivalent apprenticeship/professional experience) Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status with a relevant professional body, or demonstrable progress towards professional qualification Minimum 5-10+ years' engineering experience in aviation, fuel infrastructure, airport operations, or similar regulated/hazardous area sectors Essential Technical Knowledge & Experience JIG 2 (Joint Inspection Group) standard for aviation fuel quality control and airport fuel depot operations Energy Institute (E.I.) guidance on aviation fuel handling and technical standards Hazardous area electrical installations: ATEX and DSEAR requirements for fuel storage, depots, and hydrant systems Bonding and earthing: reliable electrical continuity, main/supplementary bonding, earth electrode resistances, and static electricity control Electrical inspection and testing: BS 7671, CompEx, and aviation-specific standards Cathodic protection systems (EI 1540 and equivalent guidance) CE marking compliance: ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive, EMC Compliance UK electrical regulations and standards for hazardous areas and aviation infrastructure Risk identification, quantification, and management in hazardous environments HSE requirements and safety-critical working practices Desirable Track record on aviation or airport infrastructure projects Experience in fuel depot or hydrant operations Proven capability developing and rolling out site-wide procedures Experience working in ISO 9001 or similarly structured quality environments The Role in Context You'll be supporting electrical maintenance operations at one of the UK's most critical infrastructure sites. Heathrow's aviation fuel distribution infrastructure - underground pipelines, hydrant systems, and fuel storage facilities - operates 24/7 to support the airport's operations. Electrical systems in this environment operate in hazardous atmospheres and are subject to stringent regulatory oversight. The work is technical, compliance-focused, and genuinely important. Your procedures and risk assessments support safe operations. Your expertise in hazardous area electrical installations and aviation fuel standards ensures the infrastructure operates safely and complies with regulatory requirements. Why This Role Critical Infrastructure: Aviation fuel infrastructure is essential national infrastructure. Your work ensures safe, reliable fuel supply to the UK's largest airport. Technical Depth: Hazardous area electrical engineering in aviation fuel infrastructure requires genuine expertise. This is rigorous, compliance-heavy technical work where safety and standards are non-negotiable

Your new company An exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially minded Financial Controller to join a high-growth FMCG business based in London. Operating across multiple channels, this well-established brand has experienced significant growth and continues to strengthen its market presence through innovation, product development and strategic expansion. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this is a highly visible role offering the opportunity to lead a talented finance team whilst partnering with key stakeholders across the business. Your new role As Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the finance function, ensuring robust financial control whilst supporting strategic decision-making across the business. Key responsibilities will include: Leading, mentoring and developing a high-performing finance team Managing the month-end and year-end close process Overseeing statutory reporting and audit requirements Ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards Ownership of budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management Driving improvements in financial controls, processes and systems Business partnering with senior leadership teams across operations, sales and commercial functions Providing insightful analysis to support strategic business decisions Managing balance sheet reconciliations and working capital requirements Supporting finance transformation and continuous improvement initiatives What you'll need to succeed ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Previous Financial Controller experience within FMCG, consumer goods, retail or a fast-paced product-led environment Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial controls experience Proven people management experience Excellent stakeholder management and business partnering skills A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to operate in a dynamic environment Experience driving process improvements and enhancing reporting capabilities What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing FMCG business during an exciting phase of its journey. You'll gain significant exposure to senior leadership and play a key role in shaping the finance function. Package includes: £80,000 - £90,000 base salary Performance-related bonus Hybrid working Competitive benefits package Excellent career progression opportunities 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 contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

SOX Testing Senior Associate to VP - Investment Bank (equivalent senior manager level - sole contributor) Qualified accountant From Big 4 or Top 60 Practice auditing FS clients (banks, commodities, brokerage, investment banks, traders), strong SOX Client Details Global Brokerage house with expanding digital lines Solid leadership team, long term vision Description SOX Testing Senior Associate to VP - Investment Bank City of London - 3x days a week in office Brokerage - financial services Build and maintain relationships with control owners and key stakeholders across Risk, Treasury, Finance, Operations, and Revenue-Generating Business Functions, developing a strong understanding of business activities and operational processes Review and assess internal control activities across multiple business areas, including: - Maintaining process documentation and control frameworks to ensure compliance with internal control and regulatory requirements - Reviewing and testing controls to assess design and operating effectiveness through ongoing monitoring and periodic evaluation - Supporting the implementation, monitoring, and validation of controls designed to mitigate financial reporting risks and strengthen the control environment Perform scheduled testing of financial control activities relating to balance sheet and profit-and-loss processes, ensuring control owners appropriately consider: - Compliance with internal control requirements, including end-user computing controls, information used in controls, and management review controls The adequacy of systems, processes, and governance arrangements supporting financial reporting and regulatory compliance Support annual internal control and compliance testing activities, including application-level controls, third-party assurance reporting, key technology-dependent controls, and coordination with relevant technology and operational teams Act as a role model by demonstrating high standards of integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct Comply with the organisation's Code of Conduct and all relevant policies and procedures Maintain awareness of and adherence to internal policies relevant to the role and associated responsibilities Escalate policy breaches, control deficiencies, and compliance concerns through appropriate channels Promptly identify and escalate risk events and incidents Contribute to risk management, governance, and control enhancement initiatives as required Profile SOX Testing Senior Associate to VP - Investment Bank City of London - 3x days a week in office Brokerage - financial services Experience with Internal or external audit preferable as it pertains to SOX compliance - and PCAOB auditing standards Big 4 Audit or Top 60 Practice - working with relevant Bank, Investment Bank, Capital Markets, Brokerage, Trading clients Qualified AccountantJob Offer SOX Testing Senior Associate to VP - Investment Bank Base from £75,000 to £100,000 Exceptional company benefits package (will disclose on application) Competitive bonus scheme

Finance Manager - Architecture & Design £50,000-£60,000 Old Street, London Hybrid - 3 days in the office An award-winning London architecture and design practice is looking for a Finance Manager to take real ownership of the finance function within its growing SME. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role where you'll work directly with the Directors and senior team, influence business decisions and play a key role in improving financial and operational performance. The role You'll take ownership of a varied finance function, including: Producing monthly management accounts, cash flow and forecasts Monitoring project profitability, WIP and financial performance Working with project teams and Directors through CMAP Managing monthly payroll and employee finance schemes Using Xero across the finance function Supporting budgeting, forecasting and resource planning Managing business insurance and Professional Indemnity renewals Coordinating R&D tax claims and supporting the year-end audit Handling HMRC, VAT, P11D, PSA and Companies House matters Providing financial reporting and commercial insight to the Board Supporting operational improvements and wider business projectsAbout you Qualified Accountant, QBE or actively studying ACCA, CIMA or ACA Strong management accounting and commercial finance experience SME experience is important, ideally within an architecture, creative, design or similar professional services environment Strong Xero experience Commercially minded and confident interpreting financial data Comfortable working closely with senior stakeholders and non-finance teams Organised, proactive and happy working across a broad finance remitIf you're looking for a Finance Manager role where you can have genuine ownership, work closely with senior leadership and make a visible impact within a creative SME, please apply now !!! Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK

Portfolio & Operations Accountant - Investment Management London - West end £60,000-£65,000 + benefits Permanent | Full-time office based An opportunity has arisen for a recently qualified accountant to join a boutique and growing investment management business based near Bond Street. This is a broad, hands-on position offering considerably more variety and commercial exposure than a traditional financial accounting role. Working closely with the Head of Finance & Operations and wider investment team, you will gain exposure across portfolio accounting and operations, investment reporting, treasury, management company finance and commercial projects. The opportunity would particularly suit an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant coming from practice who has experience working with investment management or financial services clients and is looking to make their first move into industry. Candidates who have trained within a smaller or mid-sized accountancy practice and gained hands-on accounts preparation experience alongside audit would be particularly well suited. The Role You will take responsibility across a broad range of finance and portfolio activities, including: Preparing management accounts and statutory financial statements for UK and Jersey entities Supporting quarterly portfolio performance reporting Reviewing and analysing investment and portfolio data Performing investment and portfolio reconciliations Supporting portfolio monitoring and asset allocation analysis Treasury management, including liquidity oversight, cash reporting and foreign exchange Bookkeeping, cash management, billing and accounts payable Preparing VAT returns and supporting other company tax requirements Assisting with budgets and financial planning Preparing information for quarterly Board reporting Working closely with portfolio administrators and other external service providers Improving financial controls, procedures and reporting processes Supporting systems implementation, automation and wider business improvement projects Undertaking ad hoc analytical and commercial projects alongside the investment and finance teams About You You will ideally be: ACA or ACCA qualified, preferably practice trained Experienced in working with investment management, asset management, funds or broader financial services clients Comfortable preparing accounts and financial statements, rather than having solely audit experience Strong technically, with a good grounding in financial and management accounting Interested in investments and keen to develop your understanding across different asset classes Highly capable with Excel and comfortable working with large amounts of financial and investment data Commercial, analytical and naturally curious Proactive and comfortable taking ownership within a small business Interested in improving processes, controls and automation rather than simply maintaining existing processes Comfortable working across a broad remit where priorities can change quickly The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a recently qualified accountant looking to make their first move from practice into investment management and gain considerably broader exposure than would typically be available within a larger finance team. You will join a small, high-calibre investment management business and work closely with senior members of the firm, gaining exposure to a diverse investment portfolio spanning public and private markets. As the business continues to grow, there is significant scope for the successful candidate to develop their responsibilities and play an increasingly important role across both portfolio operations and finance. ed, five days per week Inventum Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

My client is a well established independent practice based in central London and they are now looking to recruit a Senior Accountant to join the growing team. This is a highly varied role where you will run a portfolio of non-audit clients, reporting directly to a Partner. You will own the delivery of accounts, corporation tax, self-assessment and payroll work, reviewing and finalising outputs so that routine compliance runs confidently without Partner involvement. Most preparation work is done by internal staff, contractors and our outsourcing partners. You will be responsible for managing that workflow, review it to a high standard and deliver it to clients on time. Interviews are ongoing so apply now

Contract Administrator £50,000 - £70,000 + package Central London | Long-term opportunity | Residential & Commercial Projects We're working with a busy and growing consultancy that is looking to appoint a Contract Administrator to take responsibility for auditing and overseeing the work of Contract Administrators across a number of major projects within the capital. The initial requirement will involve work on a large number of building cladding replacement projects for a major residential developer, alongside the audit and oversight of Contract Administration on a significant sport and leisure facility. This is an opportunity for an experienced Contract Administrator to take a step beyond the traditional CA role, providing quality assurance, reviewing processes and ensuring projects are being administered effectively and consistently. The Role You will be responsible for: Auditing the work of Contract Administrators across a large number of cladding replacement projects. Reviewing contract administration processes, documentation and compliance. Identifying potential issues, inconsistencies and areas for improvement. Providing guidance and support to Contract Administrators where required. Auditing the Contract Administrator working on a leisure and sports related project. Ensuring contractual procedures and project documentation are being managed correctly. Working closely with project and commercial teams to identify and resolve contractual issues. Helping to develop consistent processes and standards across the business. Providing feedback and recommendations to senior management. About You We're looking for someone with a strong background in Contract Administration alongside excellent client facing skills. Previous experience working as a Contract Administrator is highly desirable, particularly within construction, property, residential development or another built-environment sector. You should have: Solid understanding of construction contracts and contract administration. Experience reviewing contractual documentation and project records. Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify discrepancies or potential issues. Good communication and stakeholder management skills. The confidence to audit the work of others and provide constructive feedback. A methodical and commercially aware approach. The ability to work independently while also collaborating with project teams. The Opportunity This role offers genuine long-term potential. The initial workload is expected to provide 4-5 years of work, with the longer-term objective of developing the Contract Administration and auditing function into a standalone revenue stream within the business later on. As the service grows, there will be opportunities to take greater responsibility for developing the function, establishing processes and potentially building a team around it. Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 25 days leave + bank holidays Private healthcare Private pension contributions If you have a background in Contract Administration and are looking for a role where you can have a greater influence on how a business develops this service, I'd love to hear from you. Get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group to register your interest. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website

Quantity Surveyor Euston, London Offering up to £65,000 We at Smart4EPC are glad to be assisting our client, a Tier 1 main contractor, on their search for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a major infrastructure project in London. This is an excellent opportunity to work on one of the UK's most significant construction programmes, managing the cost and contract management aspects of work packages from initiation through to close-out. Key Responsibilities: Administer contractual terms and conditions for suppliers and sub-contractors Administer incentivisation arrangements as appropriate Support the assessment of the package and compensation events Provide regular cash flow forecasts of expenditure for the package Report expenditure against the package budget on a monthly basis Contribute to the monthly consolidated project-wide cost/expenditure report Assess potential contractor and supplier claims and make recommendations for settlement Finalise contractor accounts and close out contracts for the project Support the audit team with defined cost auditing as required, and audit of the final account pack Raise consultant, supplier or contractor instructions as necessary, taking these through the change management process for approval by the Senior Leadership Team and Client Report on expenditure of financial contingency built into relevant packages Provide schedules of rates and commercial input to tender documentation Undertake cost analysis of bid returns Assist the package project manager and procurement team in resolving financial/commercial issues arising in tender returns Support negotiations for relevant tenders Receive and review monthly valuations from contractors and incorporate into the monthly Client application for payment Review all instructions issued by the project manager for cost implications Support the change control process, identifying the cost implications of proposed changesCandidate Requirements: Strong knowledge of commercial management Knowledge of various forms of NEC contract Familiarity with IT systems relevant to commercial control (e.g. CEMAR & Aconex) Experience in commercial management Experience on construction projects A degree in Quantity Surveying, or equivalent professional experience Able to collaborate and work well as part of a team Strong focus on detailTo apply, please submit your CV or feel free to reach out for a confidential conversation. Send an email to , give me a call on (phone number removed) or WhatsApp me on +(phone number removed)

Your new company I'm partnering with a high-growth, private equity-backed international organisation undergoing significant transformation. They are seeking a technically strong, commercially minded finance contractor to join their Group Finance team, playing a key role in financial reporting, process improvement and finance transformation initiatives.This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys combining technical accounting expertise with data analysis and problem-solving in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Your new role Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will support a range of group finance and transformation activities, helping to enhance reporting processes, strengthen controls and deliver meaningful financial insight across the business. Key responsibilities will include: Analysing and interpreting large, complex financial datasets using advanced Excel and finance systems. Supporting finance transformation projects, including process redesign, control enhancements and accounting policy improvements. Identifying opportunities to improve reporting efficiency, governance and internal controls. Delivering robust reconciliations across multiple entities, systems and reporting cycles. Providing insightful financial analysis to support decision-making for senior finance stakeholders. Partnering with teams across the business to embed best-practice finance processes. Performing detailed balance sheet reviews, account reconciliations and investigative analysis. Supporting compliance with accounting standards, internal policies and audit requirements. What you'll need to succeed ACA-qualified, ideally practice trained. Previous experience operating within an industry-based finance function. Strong technical accounting and reconciliation expertise. Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities. Proven ability to work independently whilst engaging effectively with stakeholders across the business. A proactive, hands-on approach with the drive to deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines. Experience supporting finance transformation, process improvement or change initiatives would be highly advantageous. What you'll get in return Opportunity to join a growing, PE-backed organisation during a period of significant change. High-profile role with exposure to senior leadership and key transformation projects. Hybrid working environment. Competitive day rate and immediate impact opportunity. 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 contact us for a confidential discussion.If this role isn't quite right, but you're considering your next interim opportunity, please get in touch to discuss the wider market. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

The role offers the opportunity to develop broad expertise across information security, cyber resilience, risk management, and governance within a dynamic banking environment. The successful candidate will gain exposure to strategic initiatives, senior stakeholder engagement, and regulatory requirements, providing a strong foundation for career progression into senior Information Security, Risk Management, Governance, and Resilience leadership roles. Essential Requirements 4+ years' experience in information and cyber security, preferably within banking or regulated financial services. Strong experience managing ISO 27001 ISMS, security risk assessments, audit and regulatory engagements. Sound understanding of data protection governance, operational resilience and third-party risk management. Sufficient technical cyber security knowledge to engage with and challenge Security Operations teams on incidents, vulnerabilities, threat intelligence, cloud security and security controls. Experience producing management reports. Strong stakeholder management skills with the confidence to challenge constructively and influence decisions. Technical Knowledge Expected Security Operations (SOC), SIEM and incident response. Vulnerability management and threat intelligence. Identity & Access Management (IAM) and privileged access controls. Data protection and DLP controls. Cloud security, particularly AWS. Security monitoring, detection and response processes. * Security architecture and control design principles

Electrical Qualified Supervisor Role: Electrical Qualified Supervisor (NICEIC QS) Location: Ealing, West London / Staines , Surrey Salary: £54,184.57 per annum + Company Van & Fuel Card Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM + On-Call Rota Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Electrical Qualified Supervisor to lead the technical governance and operational delivery of electrical maintenance services across a major social housing property portfolio. Working closely with senior operations and client stakeholders, you will oversee both planned replacement and reactive maintenance contracts. This position is responsible for ensuring work complies with British Standards (BS 7671), internal SHEQ policies, and regulatory requirements, while directly supervising direct labour operatives and specialist subcontractors across West London. Key Responsibilities Technical Governance & Certification Act as the lead Qualified Supervisor (QS), validating, signing off, and submitting all electrical test documentation, EICRs, and minor works certificates. Ensure all testing instruments, calibrated multi-function testers, and tools are logged, certified, and compliant with industry regulations. Maintain comprehensive technical audit records, inspection logs, and certification databases to satisfy client and governing body standards. Team Supervision & Operational Delivery Supervise, mentor, and coach a team of field-based electrical operatives and specialist subcontractors. Manage workflow scheduling via MCM job management systems, ensuring effective engineer dispatch, van stock control, and SLA adherence. Conduct regular site visits, pre- and post-inspections, and quality audits to ensure works are executed safely, on time, and within budget. Oversee company assets, ensuring correct maintenance of fleet vehicles, calibrated equipment, and standard PPE. Participate in emergency escalation workflows and support out-of-hours service delivery as required. Client Liaison & Service Quality Serve as the primary technical point of contact for client housing officers, technical inspectors, and property managers. Investigate and resolve complex electrical defects, technical escalations, and customer care queries efficiently. Compile regular operational, performance, and audit reports for senior management reviews. Required Qualifications & Experience City & Guilds 2391 (or 2394/2395) Inspection & Testing. 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671). NVQ Level 3 (or Level 2/3 equivalent) in Electrical Installation / Electrotechnical Services. AM2 Assessment / Certificate of Competence. Proven track record operating as a designated Qualified Supervisor (QS) or lead technical engineer. Demonstrable experience delivering domestic electrical maintenance, voids, and planned works within a social housing, local authority, or facilities management environment. Valid UK Driving Licence (held for a minimum of 3 months, with fewer than 9 penalty points). How to Apply / Contact For further details, a confidential discussion regarding the contract, or to submit your CV, please get in touch directly: Contact: Archie Silvio Mobile: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed)