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FD Recruit is partnering with an entrepreneurial, privately owned construction sector group to appoint a Finance Director. Established for almost two decades, the group has built an excellent reputation for a premium service and continues to grow, with a clear plan to fund further growth and acquisitions. \n This role would suit a CFO or Director of Finance with the experience and capability to lead finance across a group of companies operating independently, acting as a trusted advisor to the owners. The role will start hands-on, focused on the largest business in the group. There is also a need for the FD to be a strategic partner, supporting the owners on growth, new businesses and debt-funded acquisitions, and acting as FD for any businesses added to the group. \n Key responsibilities \n\n • Lead the annual budgeting process for every business in the group, working with stakeholders to build budgets they own and are accountable for delivering\n, • Use approved budgets as the basis for all management accounts, including monthly budget vs actual reporting, variance analysis and forecasting\n, • Hold regular performance reviews with each business's stakeholders, identifying variances, challenging constructively and agreeing corrective actions\n, • Produce detailed reporting for each business and present to the owners, highlighting performance against budget\n, • Provide full financial leadership of the largest business, including management accounts, cash flow, forecasting and reporting to the owners\n, • Oversee the Finance Managers in each business, ensuring reporting is consistent, accurate and on time\n, • Own the banking relationship, including facilities, reporting requirements and covenant compliance\n, • Manage the group's bonding arrangements and maintain strong relationships with bond providers\n, • Develop and deliver a funding strategy to support growth, including raising and managing debt for acquisitions\n, • Support the owners in identifying and evaluating acquisitions, including financial modelling, due diligence, deal structuring and post-acquisition integration\n, • Act as FD for any new businesses brought into the group\n, • Act as a trusted adviser to the owners, giving clear, honest financial insight on key decisions\n, • Build and manage strong relationships with external partners, including the bank, bond providers, accounting partner, auditors and tax advisers\n, • Represent the group professionally with lenders, investors and parties involved in acquisitions or new ventures\n\n Experience and skills required \n\n • Qualified accountant (ICAS, ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with FD or senior finance experience in an SME or multi-entity group\n, • Experience running a structured annual budgeting process across multiple businesses or divisions\n, • Proven experience managing banking relationships, debt facilities and covenants\n, • Experience with bonding facilities, ideally within construction, M&E or contracting\n, • A track record of acquisitions, including raising acquisition finance and integrating businesses\n, • Experience working closely with business owners, ideally in a privately owned business\n, • Sector experience in construction, M&E or related sectors is an advantage\n, • Hands-on and practical, but able to think strategically\n, • Able to engage non-finance managers in budgeting and hold them accountable, while keeping good working relationships\n, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to challenge constructively\n, • Able to explain financial information clearly to non-finance people\n, • Trustworthy, discreet and personable: someone the owners will see as a long-term partner in the business\n\n The salary advertised for this role is a guideline and the salary offered will be commensurate with experience. \n

Our client is a leading international bank. f you're looking for a career that will help you stand out, join our client and fulfil your potential. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, our client offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further. Our client is one of the largest banking and financial services organisations in the world, with operations in 64 countries and territories. We aim to be where the growth is, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and, ultimately, helping people to fulfil their hopes and realise their ambitions. We are currently seeking a professional to join our Fund Services team in the role of: Manager - Private Assets Fund Services provides Investment Administration and Performance Consultancy services to Investment Managers and Pension Funds worldwide, including potential services to other parts of our Group. Fund Services intends to set new quality standards in a competitive environment, to help attract and retain a blue-chip client base. Our clients operate in a highly regulated environment, and it is of paramount importance that all internal controls and standard procedures are complied with at all times. Failure to comply could lead to financial penalties and damage to the Bank's reputation in the marketplace. The position is to provide technical accounting oversight to UK private asset book, involving real estate, private debt and private equity asset classes This will cover multiple fund ranges from ACS, PAIF's, segregated mandates, insurance funds and SPV structures. The successful applicant will be proactive in managing change, and working on a stand alone basis to investigate complex accounting standard cross domiciles. A good client facing approach is essential. The job holder will also be involved in designing appropriate ops model and robust processes to embed within structures and play oversight role once in BAU. In this role, you will deal with and be exposed to: • Provide expertise to accounting requirements across the asset class and fund jurisdictions., • Assist with new technology repercussions of integrating these asset classes within operational mode., • Develop and maintain a good working relationship with client contacts and third parties such as audit firms and external technology providers., • Continually re-assess the operational risks inherent in the business, taking account of changing economic or market conditions, legal and regulatory requirements, operating procedures and practices, management restructurings, and the impact of new technology., • Group accounting consolidations, • Production of financial statements under IFRS and FRS standards To be successful in this role you should meet the following requirements: • A part of fully qualified Accountant with thorough expertise in technical accounting and in-depth knowledge of financial statements, • Experience of dealing directly with external clients and third parties with the ability to build and maintain good working relationships with colleagues., • Experience in Fund Administration and/or Private Assets in infrastructure equity or real estate would be advantageous, • Working knowledge of Horizon or Yardi systems (desirable), • Highly organised with the ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally and plan and organise workload to meet deadlines, taking into account relative priorities., • A good client facing approach is essential with strong business sense and awareness of the key issues/risks within the Fund Administration area would be ideal Opening up a world of opportunity. Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. We're dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at our client are inclusive and accessible for everyone to be at their best. We take pride in being a Disability Confident Leader and will offer an interview to people with disabilities, long term conditions or neurodivergent candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you have a need that requires accommodations or changes during the recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Helpdesk: Telephone: +44 207 832 8500 JBRP1_UKTJ

For over 20 years, Smartsheet has empowered teams to manage work seamlessly and scale solutions smarter. Now, in our most ambitious chapter yet, we are uniting human teams with AI agents. By orchestrating the work agents do best, automating manual tasks and uncovering insights at scale, we create the space for people to focus on what truly matters: judgment, creativity, and big thinking. That is magic at work, and it’s what we show up for every day. We are looking for an Accountant to join our accounting and finance function in the UK, which serves EMEA. The EMEA Accounting team owns all P&L and Balance Sheet accounting (other than that related to revenue, accounts receivable, and deferred revenue). The team is currently responsible for the UK, Bulgarian and German legal entities. As a member of the EMEA Accounting Team, you will perform a variety of tasks, including expense reviews and entries, cost centre allocation entries, invoice reviews, banking, intercompany accounting and the preparation of necessary balance sheet reconciliations for accounts associated with these areas. Additionally, you will take part in the performance of other EMEA accounting tasks, depending on team requirements. The ideal candidate is curious, eager to learn,detail-oriented, and highly organised. You will report to the Director, Accounting EMEA – based in Edinburgh. This role is a hybrid position and you must be willing to travel to Edinburgh once a week for team meetings/events. • Prepare journal entries associated with assigned areas, • Prepare journal entries to allocate certain company-wide expenses, • Prepare journal entries to allocate certain company-specific expenses based on the applicable method, • Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and analyse month-over-month variances in P&L accounts, • Prepare monthly analysis of expense accruals, • Prepare statistical submissions, • Communicate widely, across timezones, developing positive working relationships., • Be a critical member in helping identify and implement process improvements in our monthly close process, • Play a key role in external audits, ensuring adherence to internal controls, • Perform other duties as assigned, • A degree in Accounting and/or 3+ years relevant work experience, • Strong planning and organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks, • Knowledge of VAT (with experience coding invoices and expenses for VAT), • Positive attitude with a desire to learn and grow, • Ability to provide excellent service in a fast-paced environment, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Willingness to accept responsibility, • Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel, • Legally eligible to work in the UK on an ongoing basis At Smartsheet, your ideas are heard, your potential is supported, and your contributions have real impact. You’ll have the freedom to explore, push boundaries, and grow beyond your role. We welcome diverse perspectives and nontraditional paths—because we know that impact comes from individuals who care deeply and challenge thoughtfully. When you’re doing work that stretches you, excites you, and connects you to something bigger, that’s magic at work. Let’s build what’s next, together. Smartsheet is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment with the best employees. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable laws in the US, UK, Australia, Germany, Costa Rica, Japan, Bulgaria, India, and Singapore. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. If there are preparations we can make to help ensure you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know. #J-18808-Ljbffr

WNS (Holdings) Limited (NYSE: WNS), is a leading Business Process Management (BPM) company. We combine our deep industry knowledge with technology and analytics expertise to co‑create innovative, digital‑led transformational solutions with clients across 10 industries. We enable businesses in Travel, Insurance, Banking and Financial Services, Manufacturing, Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods, Shipping and Logistics, Healthcare, and Utilities to re‑imagine their digital future and transform their outcomes with operational excellence. We deliver an entire spectrum of BPM services in finance and accounting, procurement, customer interaction services and human resources leveraging collaborative models that are tailored to address the unique business challenges of each client. We co‑create and execute the future vision of 400+ clients with the help of our 62,000+ employees. Full Stack Senior Developer with Dot NET CORE & Angular 16 + (Mandatory) – Edinburgh BASED APPLICANTS (Work from Office) Role: Fullstack lead developer (for UK based wealth management client) Location: Edinburgh WNS Global Services is looking to hire a seasoned full‑stack Senior developer with exceptional skills in .NET Core, C#, SQL, Rest API, Microservices/micro front‑end, Entity Framework, Angular (16+), and Azure for developing solutions that align with Architecture, Security, Risk & Compliance requirements of the UK based wealth management client. The position requires in‑depth knowledge of the following: • Overall 8 + year experience in developing web applications using .NET Core., • At least 3 + years in Angular 16 with a good understanding of responsive UI/UX., • Experience using state management e.g. NgRx or NgXs., • Exceptional skills in C#, ASP.NET Core, Rest API and MVC, LINQ, Microservices/micro front‑end, Entity Framework., • Clear working knowledge & experience in Azure Logic Apps, Azure SQL Database, Service Bus (Queues), .NET Core App for Azure, Azure Serverless, Azure Functions., • Confident communicator, keen to learn and share knowledge., • Candidates should have worked in agile environments., • Clear understanding of security aspects like Subscription key, authentication, and authorization., • Unit testing tools experience (xunit, nunit, karma & jasmine). Bachelor’s Degree Good to have skills: • Candidates with experience in Wealth Management domain preferred., • Docker., • Azure DevOps (CI/CD pipelines)., • Agile practices (Scrum/Kanban). #J-18808-Ljbffr

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Lusona Consultancy. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Direct message the job poster from Lusona Consultancy Corporate Tax Analyst – Edinburgh (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £52,000 + Excellent Benefits Backgrounds Considered: Tax or Accounting | Part-Qualified or Fully Qualified Are you an ambitious accounting or tax professional looking for your next career move? Our client, a leading services organisation, is seeking a Corporate Tax Analyst to join their Edinburgh team. Offering hybrid working and excellent training, this role will play a crucial part in delivering UK corporation tax compliance for a portfolio of subsidiary entities, as well as supporting the compliance requirements of their largest banking entities. What you’ll do: • Manage a portfolio of group companies, preparing tax provisions and disclosures., • Liaise with Finance teams to gather information for tax computations., • Assist with quarterly corporation tax instalments, group relief plans, and settlements with HMRC., • Support the year-end group reporting process and assist with specialist tax processes. What we’re looking for: • A background in Tax, Audit or Accounting, • Candidates who are part-qualified or qualified (ACCA / ICAS / ACA / ATT / CTA or equivalent)., • Strong Excel skills and good general business and commercial awareness., • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage deadlines effectively., • A willingness to learn and in turn develop your skills, experience and career Why Apply? • Work with a prestigious, large-scale employer on complex and interesting corporate tax matters., • Access excellent training and career progression opportunities, including study support, • Enjoy a supportive, collaborative culture with flexible working arrangements. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply or contact Stuart Ringland at for further information • Associate, • Full-time, • Accounting/Auditing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Lusona Consultancy by 2x Get notified about new Tax Analyst jobs in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom. Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 2 days ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 week ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 week ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 23 hours ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 month ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 3 days ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 3 days ago Leith, Scotland, United Kingdom 2 days ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 month ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 week ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 2 days ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 2 days ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 month ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 5 hours ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 month ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 2 hours ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 week ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 2 days ago Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 month ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Edinburgh City Centre (Hybrid: 2–3 days office-based) Salary: Competitive + Discretionary Bonus Contract: Permanent, Full-time Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday Are you an experienced AML/KYC professional looking to join a forward‑thinking wealth management business with a strong reputation for integrity, service, and collaboration? We’re seeking a Due Diligence Analyst to join a high‑performing Client Due Diligence team in Edinburgh. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in maintaining compliance standards across a growing UK wealth management business that works with private clients, families, and institutions. • Carry out periodic AML/KYC client reviews in line with internal schedules and regulatory standards., • Ensure client documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with FCA and JFSC AML/CFT requirements., • Perform screening of individuals and entities using SmartSearch, LexisNexis, and open‑source tools., • Review client structures and transactional activity to ensure consistency with client profiles., • Liaise with Investment Managers and Assistants to obtain required information and resolve outstanding issues., • Conduct risk grading reviews and interpret H/M/L risk factors., • Maintain and update the periodic review tracker, ensuring targets and quality standards are consistently met., • At least 3 years’ experience in AML/CDD within financial services (ideally wealth management or private banking)., • Strong knowledge of AML/CDD regulations and industry best practice., • ICA qualification in AML (or working towards it) preferred., • Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills., • Confident communicator and proactive team player., • Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with SmartSearch or LexisNexis is an advantage. You’ll be part of a business that values expertise, integrity, and teamwork — offering a collaborative environment with hybrid flexibility and genuine opportunities to grow your compliance career. Associate Full-time Accounting/Auditing and Finance #J-18808-Ljbffr

For over 20 years, Smartsheet has empowered teams to manage work seamlessly and scale solutions smarter. Now, in our most ambitious chapter yet, we are uniting human teams with AI agents. By orchestrating the work agents do best, automating manual tasks and uncovering insights at scale, we create the space for people to focus on what truly matters: judgment, creativity, and big thinking. That is magic at work, and it’s what we show up for every day. We are looking for an Accountant to join our accounting and finance function in the UK, which serves EMEA. The EMEA Accounting team owns all P&L and Balance Sheet accounting (other than that related to revenue, accounts receivable, and deferred revenue). The team is currently responsible for the UK, Bulgarian and German legal entities. As a member of the EMEA Accounting Team, you will perform a variety of tasks, including expense reviews and entries, cost centre allocation entries, invoice reviews, banking, intercompany accounting and the preparation of necessary balance sheet reconciliations for accounts associated with these areas. Additionally, you will take part in the performance of other EMEA accounting tasks, depending on team requirements. The ideal candidate is curious, eager to learn,detail-oriented, and highly organised. You will report to the Director, Accounting EMEA – based in Edinburgh. This role is a hybrid position and you must be willing to travel to Edinburgh once a week for team meetings/events. • Prepare journal entries associated with assigned areas, • Prepare journal entries to allocate certain company-wide expenses, • Prepare journal entries to allocate certain company-specific expenses based on the applicable method, • Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and analyse month-over-month variances in P&L accounts, • Prepare monthly analysis of expense accruals, • Prepare statistical submissions, • Communicate widely, across timezones, developing positive working relationships., • Be a critical member in helping identify and implement process improvements in our monthly close process, • Play a key role in external audits, ensuring adherence to internal controls, • Perform other duties as assigned, • A degree in Accounting and/or 3+ years relevant work experience, • Strong planning and organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks, • Knowledge of VAT (with experience coding invoices and expenses for VAT), • Positive attitude with a desire to learn and grow, • Ability to provide excellent service in a fast-paced environment, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Willingness to accept responsibility, • Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel, • Legally eligible to work in the UK on an ongoing basis At Smartsheet, your ideas are heard, your potential is supported, and your contributions have real impact. You’ll have the freedom to explore, push boundaries, and grow beyond your role. We welcome diverse perspectives and nontraditional paths—because we know that impact comes from individuals who care deeply and challenge thoughtfully. When you’re doing work that stretches you, excites you, and connects you to something bigger, that’s magic at work. Let’s build what’s next, together. Smartsheet is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment with the best employees. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable laws in the US, UK, Australia, Germany, Costa Rica, Japan, Bulgaria, India, and Singapore. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. 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Tax & Legal helps organisations navigate tax and legal considerations so they can make informed decisions and manage complex requirements. Within Deal Advisory Tax, you will advise corporate and asset management clients across the transaction lifecycle, including buy-side due diligence and structuring, sell-side support, refinancing and listings. You will join a national, connected team serving clients across sectors such as consumer, life sciences, technology, media and telecommunications, industrials, energy and natural resources, banking and insurance, as well as private equity, infrastructure, energy transition, real estate and institutional investment. You will work closely with Partners and Directors on high-profile UK and international transactions. The team supports flexible working arrangements and recognises that some client-facing work may involve travel or time at client sites. • Lead the delivery of clear, commercially focused tax advice on complex transactions, working closely with Partners and Directors., • Manage due diligence, structuring and transaction support work, identifying tax issues, quantifying their impact and communicating practical recommendations., • Oversee the review of tax-related documents, data and financial models to help clients make informed decisions and maximise value across the investment cycle., • Act as a key contact for clients, legal advisers and KPMG teams, coordinating input and maintaining effective delivery across UK and international workstreams., • Critically assess advice from UK and overseas tax specialists to ensure it is relevant, consistent and clearly reflected in transaction documentation., • Build trusted client relationships and support proposals, pitches and the pursuit of new opportunities., • Coach colleagues, collaborate with peers and create opportunities for shared learning and development., • Contribute to Deal Advisory Tax thought leadership and maintain current knowledge of relevant UK and Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development developments., • Demonstrable experience applying strong UK corporate tax knowledge to transactions or other complex commercial matters, with awareness of related tax and accounting considerations., • Evidence of managing projects and coordinating multiple contributors, priorities and deadlines while maintaining quality., • Experience analysing tax documents, financial information or data and translating findings into clear commercial implications and advice., • A track record of building effective relationships with clients and other stakeholders, supported by clear written and verbal communication., • Experience coaching or supporting colleagues and contributing positively to a collaborative team environment., • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, including experience using them to analyse information and communicate recommendations. A Chartered Tax Adviser qualification, an Institute of Chartered Accountants qualification, or an equivalent professional qualification is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description Aberdeen plc is one of Europe’s largest investment companies, and we are built on a long-standing culture of caring about the future and making a positive impact. Together we invest for a better future. We do it to make a difference to the lives of our clients and customers, our employees, society, and our shareholders. Our business is structured around three distinct areas focused on our clients' changing needs: Aberdeen Investments, Aberdeen Adviser, and interactive investor. Finance Operations is a core part of Aberdeen’s Finance function, delivering services across Record to Report, Billing, Banking, Accounts Payable and Supplier Relationship Management. Within Group Financial Control, the team provides accurate outputs, robust controls and timely reporting, working with colleagues in Edinburgh and Chennai. Record to Report underpins reliable financial reporting, regulatory compliance and informed decisions, helping enable our clients to be better investors. The team is evolving through continuous improvement, automation and transformation, with strong control discipline and ownership of the numbers. This Finance Operations GL (general ledger) Lead Controller role is a senior leadership opportunity within Record to Report in Edinburgh. You will own R2R across Finance Operations and its interface with Group Finance, acting as financial controller of the ledger and final point of accountability for control, judgement and integrity. Leading GL Leads and a wider team of GL Analysts, you will set the vision, standards and operating framework while owning data integrity, balance sheet substantiation, financial storytelling and senior stakeholder insight. You will also drive automation, AI adoption and enterprise-wide transformation, shaping a scalable future operating model. • Act as the ultimate controller of the General Ledger, ensuring accuracy, completeness and integrity of financial data across the Group., • Own Balance Sheet Substantiation for Group Finance and Finance Operations, ensuring balances, journals and outputs are supported, controlled and audit ready., • Lead the global Record to Report operating model, setting standards and governance for accurate close delivery., • Provide senior financial insight, challenge and storytelling, linking outputs to business drivers and risks., • Oversee revenue, cost and technical accounting governance, including intercompany, transfer pricing, cost control and fixed assets., • Lead GL Leads and the wider R2R organisation while driving transformation, automation, AI adoption and cross-functional strategic delivery., • Fully qualified accountant, such as CA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent., • Significant experience leading Record to Report in a complex, global organisation, with Controller or senior GL leadership ownership., • Deep expertise across general ledger, revenue and cost accounting, acting as custodian of financial integrity and control., • Proven ownership of Balance Sheet Substantiation, financial narrative, senior stakeholder insight and senior-level financial challenge., • Ability to lead multi-layered teams, including leaders, with strong stakeholder engagement and confidence to influence and challenge., • Experience as the final escalation point for R2R financial and control risk, using Oracle or a similar ERP within global and outsourced delivery models., • Strong experience leading transformation, automation and AI initiatives within Record to Report or a comparable finance operations environment. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. There’s more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. • 40 days’ annual leave, • a 16% employer pension contribution, • a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), • private healthcare, • a range of flexible benefits – including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas – our vectors of growth – focused on our clients’ changing needs. You can find out more about what we do here. Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, we’d like to hear from you. At Aberdeen we’ve adopted a ‘blended working’ approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. An inclusive culture, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements – for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability – please let us know and we’ll be happy to help. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Lloyds Banking Group's Accounting & Business Insights graduate scheme offers a three-year programme with four rotations and a chartered accountant qualification. You’ll balance structured study with on-the-job experience, working across Finance, Insight and Final Year Specialisation with hybrid working and locations including Edinburgh. You’ll turn data into insight to influence decisions, build commercial awareness and resilience, and grow a proactive, collaborative mindset throughout the #J-18808-Ljbffr

Lloyds Banking Group’s Accounting & Business Insights Graduate Scheme invites you to develop deep technical accounting expertise while balancing study and real business delivery. You’ll work towards a globally recognised chartered accountant qualification, with rotations across core finance activities in the UK including Edinburgh, West Yorkshire, South West and London under a hybrid policy. The programme emphasizes data and technology, shaping investment decisions, risk management, and #J-18808-Ljbffr

Think ahead. Use analytics and strategy to help clients, partners and businesses to thrive in a fast-changing world. Duration – 3 years Salary – £42,000 plus fantastic benefits Locations – West Yorkshire, Edinburgh, South West & London. Mix office and home working with our hybrid working policy. Qualifications – You'll work towards a professional accountancy qualification recognised across the UK and internationally, becoming chartered upon completion. Shape the numbers. Shape the future. In Finance at Lloyds Banking Group, we do a lot more than balance the books. We’re part strategists, part storytellers, part tech‑savvy problem‑solvers. We guide big decisions, steer smart investments, manage risk. And keep the UK’s biggest bank on the front foot. But let’s be clear this isn’t a “learn as you go” role alone. It’s a professional qualification journey that will challenge and stretch you from day one. As part of our Accounting & Business Insights programme, you’ll be working towards becoming a chartered accountant, developing the technical excellence, judgement and credibility needed to operate at the heart of the business. You’ll balance a demanding role with structured study, exams and continuous development. It takes commitment, resilience and real drive but the reward is a career‑defining qualification and skillset. The financial world is changing at speed new technology, evolving regulation and shifting customer needs. We’re right there, shaping what comes next. We dive into data, track markets, influence how products are built, and ensure the Group’s financial position is not only strong, but sustainable. You won’t be on the sidelines. You’ll be applying accounting expertise to real business challenges turning complex data into insight, informing decisions on where we invest, how we manage risk, and how we deliver long‑term value. Three years. Four big rotations. Unlimited learning. Over three years, you’ll develop deep technical expertise while building the commercial insight to influence business decisions. Getting a panoramic view of how the bank ticks (and how to keep it ticking smoothly). • Core Finance– building strong foundations in reporting, budgeting and forecasting, • Insight, data and analysis– using data and technology to generate forward‑looking insights, • Final year specialisation– choosing your path in:, • Business partnering – working directly with stakeholders to influence decisions, • OR, • Technical Accounting – deepening your expertise in accounting standards and controls Alongside your placements, you’ll be studying towards a globally recognised chartered accountancy qualification requiring focus, discipline and the ability to manage competing priorities. • Spotting market trends and helping shape our investment strategy., • Designing controls to keep the Group’s finances rock‑solid., • Turning complex figures into clear, actionable insight for senior leaders. Across the programme, you’ll get a 360 view of how finance powers the bank, work on projects with real strategic impact, and be part of tech‑driven transformation that’s redefining what a modern finance function can do. • Confidence to speak up– you’ll need to share views, challenge thinking and contribute ideas, even when you’re early in your career, • Curiosity to dig deeper– asking “why?” and not settling for surface‑level answers, • Proactivity– taking ownership, spotting opportunities and driving things forward without being asked, • Resilience and discipline– balancing a demanding role with professional study and exams, • Willingness to be challenged– stepping outside your comfort zone and learning quickly in a fast‑paced environment This isn’t about having all the answers from day one — it’s about having the mindset to grow into them. • Finance‑fluent – producing accurate, high‑quality financial information, • Commercially sharp – understanding how we generate revenue and create value., • Insight‑driven – turning data into clear recommendations, • Future‑ready – using data, technology and digital tools to transform finance, • Influential – building trusted relationships and using your analysis to spark decisions that make a strategic difference. You’ll also join multi-skilled teams where finance meets technology. Because in modern finance, how we work is just as important as what we deliver. • A respected chartered accountancy qualification recognised across the UK and internationally, • A powerful mix of technical know‑how, strategic thinking and commercial awareness., • The network, confidence and skillset to take your career anywhere in finance – and beyond. We’ll support you every step of the way — covering the cost of your training and exams, providing study leave, and connecting you with mentors who’ve been through it themselves. But success will come from the effort you put in. This is a programme for those ready to commit, push themselves and build something meaningful. • While we do not require a minimum degree achievement, we strongly recommend the ability to be able to demonstrate sound knowledge, understanding and technical skills aligned to the role. Some aspects of this, alongside behaviours and values, will be assessed through the application process., • Please note that we cannot sponsor visas Locations Choose from various UK locations including West Yorkshire, Edinburgh, South West & London. You’ll be based there throughout your programme. With our hybrid working policy, all colleagues are expected to spend a minimum of two days each week in the office. Opening and Closing date Applications for our Accounting and Business Insights Graduate Scheme open on 10th September. London applications close on 4th October, Edinburgh on the 25th October and South West and West Yorkshire on 8th November. Our graduate schemes may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so it’s best to apply as soon as you can. Our application process is designed to help you shine. We want everyone to feel they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity, or culture. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Lloyds Banking Group in Edinburgh invites penultimate-year students to join the Accounting and Business Insights Industrial Placement.

Join to apply for the Finance Manager role at Gilded Balloon Reports To: Artistic Directors and General Manager Based at: GB head office (and on site GB Fringe Venues) Contract type: part‑time permanent based on 4 days a week going up to 5 during event periods Salary: £32,000 - £34,000 pro rata (depending on experience) plus pension contributions Start Date: Immediate Terms: 28 days holiday pro rata plus additional days over Christmas with more employee benefits as standard. Hours are variable and flexible outside of event periods. Gilded Balloon is one of Scotland’s leading producers of live comedy and entertainment. The company started in 1986 and has been producing shows and operating venues at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and year‑round in Edinburgh ever since. Gilded Balloon are also company directors of additional companies that run specific projects including the Gilded Saloon and Peoples Leisure Club and Gilded Balloon Futures that runs their So You Think You’re Funny? Comedy Development Program among others. We are looking for a Finance Manager to lead our cash and budget management requirements across a wide variety of projects and events. The Finance Manager will be responsible for general company book‑keeping via Xero, working closely with Directors to prioritise payment runs, working with department leads to manage individual budgets and working closely with our external accountants to accurately submit VAT returns and financial statements as required. • Management of day‑to‑day accounting, cashflow management, banking and payment functions., • Management of finance and accounting enquiries via phone and email., • Preparation of monthly management accounts and cashflows., • Preparation of timely and accurate VAT returns with support from external accounts., • Preparation of payments for online banking system for approval by Directors each week., • Accurate reporting of weekly payroll information to external accountants for processing., • Oversee supplier and artist payments weekly ensuring artist and suppliers are prioritised and paid appropriately., • Support the General Manager and Directors in relevant HR procedures including accurately reporting on holiday accruement to payroll and pensions enrollments as appropriate., • Collation and management of a robust project payment schedule, showing prioritisation of payments as necessary and reflecting this within monthly cash flows., • Review our financial systems, updating them to improve efficiency and avoid potential errors., • Supporting Directors in setting annual budgets for individual projects and setting targets for department leads., • Regularly reviewing suppliers and utilities contracts to ensure efficient spending and identify opportunities for savings across all projects., • At least four years’ experience working in a finance role ideally in arts or cultural events or festivals., • Previous experience managing budgets, payroll and finance systems., • Proficient knowledge and understanding of Xero accounting and associated software packages., • Proficient knowledge and understanding of Microsoft and Google Suite software packages., • Creative thinker with a passion for organisation and attention to detail., • Previous experience of managing supplier contracts, and payment schedules., • Understanding of basic payroll and HR procedures and policies., • A passion for the arts industry (comedy, cabaret and theatre in particular)., • A positive and proactive work ethic., • Excellent communication and relationship management skills., • Show initiative when working individually and as part of the GB team., • A flexible, organised and reliable approach to work., • Knowledge of financial practices at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe., • Knowledge and understanding of financial responsibilities across different company types., • Basic knowledge and understanding of working with a ticketing agency such as Red61., • A clean UK driver’s licence., • And of course, a sense of humour… To apply for this role, please send your CV and a short covering letter to . In addition to your application, please also complete our Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form: forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8sPmeU5CQ5Wx9sehOLJ2ZE2GCkAd0iWRd7mkQPVYl9rH7-Q/viewform Applications close Friday 23rd January 2026 • All post holders will have a 3 month probationary period at the start of their employment contract., • All post holders will be issued an employment contract to sign prior to beginning work., • Applicants must be 18+ and have legal right to work in the UK., • All posts will be expected to work out of office hours for key events and overtime as required to carry out the role responsibilities during busy event periods., • The weekly requirement will not exceed 48 hours per week during busy event periods and on average over an annual employment cycle additional hours will be limited to a 6 week event period in August., • All post holders will be given training and inductions relevant to their role., • Gilded Balloon is an equal opportunities provider and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds. Please get in touch if you would like a copy of our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy. Gilded Balloon is an equal opportunities provider and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds. Please get in touch if you would like a copy of our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy. Mid‑Senior level Full‑time Entertainment Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Gilded Balloon by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr

Search Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom Search are supporting the recruitment of an Accounts Payable professional to join our client’s Edinburgh office on a part‑time or full‑time basis. The business has undergone significant positive change under a new leadership team, creating a dynamic environment with opportunities for development. With a strong client focus and collaborative culture, this is an excellent space to learn and take ownership of your workload. Salary range of circa £28k–£32k+ (full‑time equivalent), depending on experience. You’ll manage the accounts payable function, working closely within a small, supportive finance team. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll take responsibility for processing invoices, coding expenditure and managing payments through the core platform. You’ll also assist with quarterly VAT returns, reconciliations and ad‑hoc tasks as required. • Manage accounts payable, including posting invoices to the AP system and coding expenditure, • Process payments via the core banking platform, • Assist with quarterly VAT returns and reconciliations, • Handle inbox requests and approvals, ensuring accurate GL coding, • Support ad‑hoc finance tasks and team cover when needed, • Experience in accounts payable or purchase ledger management, • Flexible and proactive approach – comfortable working in a small team, • Ability to take ownership and work independently, • Open to candidates from junior to experienced level, • Strong use of Excel for reporting and VAT preparation, • Demonstrable finance system experience, • Attention to detail, • Salary range of circa £28k–£32k+ (full‑time equivalent), depending on experience, • Flexibility around hours with potential for growth, • Hybrid working options, • Opportunity to learn and develop in a dynamic, growing business, • Supportive team environment with mentoring available Associate Part‑time Accounting / Auditing and Finance Financial Services and Accounting #J-18808-Ljbffr

Lloyds Banking Group is seeking an Accounting and Business Insights Industrial Placement in the UK.

Our Edinburgh office is situated in the heart of the bustling city centre, with panoramic views of the castle, gardens and Princes Street below. The office is always alive with activity as it houses a 65-strong team consisting of mechanical, electrical, civil, structural and support teams. The office’s open plan kitchen and staff break out area often plays host to our team’s socialising time, whether it’s over a morning coffee, lunch or after work unwind. Purpose Manage and carry out the credit control function for the business. You will be required to provide updated Debtors information to the Directors, Financial Controller and others on a weekly basis. You are responsible for the company’s sales ledger including monthly production of fees and updating of the ledger. Roles and Responsibilities Key Areas of Focus Key Areas: • Credit Control, • Sales ledger Primary responsibilities: • To ensure that late fees are followed up with clients in a proactive and timeous manner, • To produce weekly debtors reports, • To ensure that the Financial Controller and Directors are kept informed of any issues., • To transfer fees from CMAP to Sage Intacct at month end, • To create a new debtors report each month, • To supervise VAT receipts and ensure these are sent timeously, • Daily review of finance inbox and dealing with queries in liaison with other colleagues, • Updating ledgers and reports for daily banking receipts/refunds, • Ad hoc admin duties as required, • To ensure that all data is entered timeously and accurately, • To adhere to company quality, environment and H&S accredited standards as required for your role, • Follow the training you have received when using any work items your employer has given you, • Take reasonable care of your own and other people’s health and safety, • Co-operate with your employer on health and safety, • Tell someone (your employer, supervisor or health and safety representative) if you think the work or inadequate precautions are outing anyone’s health and safety at serious risk. Role Requirements Knowledge & Experience • Excellent customer service skills and telephone manner, • Demonstrable experience of the credit control process and role, • Demonstrate a reasonable knowledge in accounting and finance., • Sound IT skills and experience of finance and project costing software is beneficial, • Possess a sound knowledge of VAT, • Ability to liaise with others at all levels, • Ability to self-motivate and manage own workload with little technical assistance Working in a medium-sized consultancy offers the unique opportunity to be involved in projects of all sizes from start to finish - taking part in concept design, technical development, and seeing your designs come to life through to construction and completion. We offer an industry-leading environment of engineering experts and the chance to work on a huge range of projects and sectors throughout the UK. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Applications for our Accounting and Business Insights Industrial Placement Scheme open on 10th September and close on 8th November, except for the London location, which closes on 4th October. At Lloyds Banking Group, we’re driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain. We’ll always explain what we

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