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Working in partnership with several of the UK’s leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare – and more. BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance. As a Lecturer in Accounting & Finan

Working in partnership with several of the UK’s leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare – and more. BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance. As a Lecturer in Accounting & Finan

Working in partnership with several of the UK’s leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare – and more. As part of our partnership with OBU, we offer a wide range of moder

About the Role You will be responsible for identifying and allocating all monies paid to Oxford University Press within credit control policies and procedures, to ensure that all customer accounts are up to date within agreed SLAs. This includes all transactional activity such as payment traces and corrections, refunds and internal/external transfers, and in addition, you will support in all departmental reporting requirements. Duties include: • Working closely with Cashiers to receive post and allocate all sales ledger receipts., • Reconcile payments and transfers posted to the sales ledger with customer accounts to maintain up-to-date and accurate sales information, and timely identification of variances., • Prepare reconcile and post all approved JV vouchers, either within the ledger or outside of the ledger., • Compiling of all daily cash and audit reporting for internal controls and management review., • Preparation of all month end and quarterly reporting for period end closes, as well as management information against performance of the Credit and collections team., • Collating of data and record keeping of all third party compliant and sanction payment requirements. About You Essential: • Experience of dealing with large volumes in a multi-currency environment., • Excellent people and workload skills., • Competent with Excel and handling large data., • Experience of SAP., • Experience of working in a shared service and/or Centre of Excellence environment., • Experience and knowledge of the publishing industry., • Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT). Benefits We care about work/life balance here at OUP. With this in mind we offer 25 days' holiday that rises with service, plus bank holidays and Christmas closure (3-days) and a 35-hour working week. We are open to discussing flexibility in respect to working patterns, dependent on role. We also have a great variety of active employee networks and societies. We help make your money go further by contributing to your pension up to 12%, offering loans and savings schemes through our partnership with Salary Finance, in addition to travel to work schemes and access to a wide range of local discounts. This role comes with the added benefit of a discretionary annual payment. Please see our Rewards and Recognition page for more information. Queries Please contact with any queries relating to this role. We are committed to supporting diversity in our workforce, and ensuring an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek to employ a workforce representative of the markets that we serve and encourage applications from all.

About the Role Your responsibilities will include the setting up and on boarding of new customers within the Credit and Collections finance environment. You will assign agreed payment terms and credit limits within agreed authorisation levels, including maintenance, and ensure customer data is up to date and accurate. You will also investigate and resolve customer queries and disputes so that payments can be made by customer or that credits are raised and/or refunds then actioned. Maintaining self-bill digital accounts with reconciliation or updating status of transactions. Duties will include: • Regular query reports created and distributed and dunning letters to be created and distributed., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date information about customer credit terms, credit limits to ensure an accurate audit trail., • Produce all Dunning collection runs to support the collection team., • Identify and distribute to appropriate colleagues re: deductions from payments and record the appropriate query on master file., • Day-to-day administration support to ensure the smooth running of the department's outsource service providers such as Biller direct., • Regular review when required and follow the closure account process within agreed policy and SLA., • Prepare and support Credit and Collections team and customer services with export documentation where required., • To support and assist where necessary to meet team objectives and goals. About You Essential: • Customer service and/or query resolution experience., • Experience in dealing with large volume query environment., • Excellent people and workload skills., • Competent with Excel and handling large data - simple formulas, copy, paste., • Experience of SAP., • Experience of working in a shared service and/or Centre of Excellence environment., • Experience and knowledge of the publishing industry., • Vlookups, complex formulas, Pivot tables etc., • Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT). Benefits We care about work/life balance here at OUP. With this in mind we offer 25 days' holiday that rises with service, plus bank holidays and Christmas closure (3-days) and a 35-hour working week. We are open to discussing flexibility in respect to working patterns, dependent on role. We also have a great variety of active employee networks and societies. We help make your money go further by contributing to your pension up to 12%, offering loans and savings schemes through our partnership with Salary Finance, in addition to travel to work schemes and access to a wide range of local discounts. This role comes with the added benefit of a discretionary annual payment. Please see our Rewards and Recognition page for more information. Queries Please contact with any queries relating to this role. We are committed to supporting diversity in our workforce, and ensuring an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek to employ a workforce representative of the markets that we serve and encourage applications from all.

Dynamics 365 Consultant Do you want to be the go-to expert for a major ERP platform? Are you passionate about optimising finance systems through collaboration and innovation? Looking to work in a growing, people-first environment where your technical insights truly matter? This could be your ideal next step. Why This Role is Great Our client, a rapidly scaling organisation with a strong culture of innovation, is looking for an experienced Dynamics 365 specialist to lead and enhance their ERP environment. This is a key opportunity to make a lasting impact by owning the platform and driving continuous improvement across the business. Here’s what makes this role stand out: • Lead System Ownership: You’ll take full responsibility for Dynamics 365, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of a busy and dynamic business environment., • Collaborate Widely: Work closely with finance stakeholders, internal tech teams, and key business users to translate needs into solutions., • Deliver Innovation: Identify opportunities for automation, streamline internal processes, and shape integration strategies across systems., • Strategic Influence: Guide long-term systems planning and support business change initiatives with data-driven solutions., • Mentor and Support: Act as an escalation point for technical issues and mentor junior support functions to build internal capability. If you’re ready to step into a position where you’re trusted, challenged, and empowered, this is it. About You You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy bridging business needs with technical expertise. You’ll have the chance to: • Deepen your hands-on knowledge of Dynamics 365 and contribute to strategic systems development., • Influence how financial and operational systems support broader business goals., • Expand your skillset across system configuration, vendor management, change governance, and reporting., • Work in a flexible, collaborative environment where innovation and ideas are valued. This role is ideal for someone with strong functional or technical Dynamics 365 experience, looking to grow their influence and ownership. Wishlist – Skills & Experience We know not everyone ticks every box - if you bring similar experience and the drive to grow, you’re encouraged to apply. • Proven experience with Dynamics 365, ideally in a functional or in-house consultancy capacity., • Solid understanding of ERP systems architecture and lifecycle., • Familiarity with Microsoft DevOps, Power Platform tools, or reporting solutions like Power BI., • Confident working with cross-functional stakeholders to define needs and deliver improvements., • Comfortable managing systems roadmaps, vendors, and change processes., • Bonus if you’ve worked with finance systems, accounting teams, or global business environments. What’s in it for You? • A flexible hybrid role (3 days in office)., • Strongly placed Salary, • A package including private healthcare, pension contributions, and wellbeing benefits., • A supportive team culture that values learning, autonomy, and growth., • The chance to be part of a company where your work directly shapes operational success. How to Apply If you’re ready to take real ownership and want your ideas to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV along with a brief personal summary, your salary expectations, and your notice period. Commitment to Diversity We and our client are passionate about building inclusive workplaces. Applications are welcome from all backgrounds, and hiring decisions are based on skills, potential, and alignment with our shared values.

Review and interpret contracts to identify accounting implications and advise on structuring options from a compliance perspective. Maintain a register of key accounting considerations, judgements and estimates which will be used to inform strategic decision making within the business. Provide train

At Bending Spoons, we’re striving to build one of the all-time great companies. A company that serves a huge number of customers. A company where team members grow to their full potential. A company that functions at unparalleled levels of effectiveness and efficiency. A company that creates value for shareowners at an extraordinary rate. And a company that does so while adhering to high ethical standards. To achieve this objective, we execute the following strategy: We acquire a digital business with untapped potential and make it as successful as we can by leveraging our platform—which comprises our expertise, technologies, data, brand, talents, and company culture. Then, we invest the proceeds into making our platform more powerful, and into acquiring new businesses. Thus, our strategy sees us combine an investor’s attention to capital allocation with the hands-on approach of an operator. For a talented, driven, and collaborative individual, working at Bending Spoons is an opportunity to learn, make an impact, and progress their career at an exceptionally high rate. That’s our promise to such a candidate. A few examples of your responsibilities • Due diligence and post-M&A integration. Oversee financial and tax due diligence for acquisitions and related restructuring activities. Support and lead post-M&A integration, ensuring smooth financial, operational, and reporting alignment., • Accounting, reporting, and financial planning. Prepare accurate financial statements and reports, maintaining precision across all financial records. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage budgets, align spending, and achieve financial objectives., • Investor relations and fundraising support. Help prepare board meetings and minutes. Own financing to support M&A, engaging with banks, investors, and institutional stakeholders., • Compliance. Ensure accuracy and compliance of financial statements with accounting standards, tax regulations, and fiscal requirements. Establish and enhance internal controls to ensure financial integrity and operational efficiency. Facilitate both external and internal audit processes., • Equity plans. Optimize and manage our equity plans, ensuring effective implementation. Provide support to Spooners by addressing questions and requests related to their equity plans., • Fiscal optimization. Identify fiscal incentives and design the group’s intercompany flow strategy. What we look for • Reasoning ability. Given the necessary knowledge, you can solve complex problems. You think from first principles, and structure your ideas sharply. You resist the influence of biases. You identify and take care of the details that matter., • Drive. You’re extremely ambitious in everything you do—and your initiative, effort, and tenacity match the intensity of your ambition. You feel deeply responsible for your work. You hold yourself to a high—and rising—bar., • Team spirit. You give generously and without the expectation of receiving in return. You support the best idea, not your idea. You're always happy to get your hands dirty to help your team. You’re reliable, honest, and transparent., • Proficiency in English. You read, write, and speak proficiently in English. What we offer • Incredibly talented, entrepreneurial teams. You’ll work in small, result-oriented, autonomous teams alongside some of the brightest people in your field., • An exceptional opportunity for growth. We go to great lengths to hire individuals of outstanding potential—then, our priority is to put them in the ideal position to thrive. Spooners in their 20s lead products worth hundreds of millions of dollars. And if you’ve got what it takes, you’ll soon be playing an essential role in major projects, too., • Competitive pay and access to equity in the company. Typically, we offer individuals at the start of their career an annual salary of £85,797 in London and €66,065 elsewhere in Europe. For a candidate that we assess as possessing considerable relevant experience, the salary on offer tends to be between £112,189 and £250,512 in London, and €107,837 and €188,848 elsewhere in Europe. Compensation varies by location and expected impact, and grows rapidly as you gain experience and translate it into greater contributions. For individuals who demonstrate exceptional capability, we may offer compensation that extends beyond the usual ranges to reflect their higher expected impact. If you're offered a permanent contract, you'll also be able receive some of your pay in company equity at a discounted price, thus participating in the value creation we achieve together. If relocating to Italy, you may enjoy a 50% tax cut., • All. These. Benefits. Flexible hours, remote working, unlimited backing for learning and training, top-of-the-market health insurance, a rich relocation package, generous parental support, and a yearly retreat to a stunning location. We help each Spooner set up the conditions to do their best work. Commitment & contract Permanent or fixed-term. Full-time. Location Milan (Italy), London (UK), Madrid (Spain), Warsaw (Poland) or remote in selected countries. The selection process If you pass our screening, we’ll ask you to take on a few tests designed to assess how you approach unfamiliar problems. They’re challenging and may take several hours to complete. If you’re successful with those, we’ll invite you to a series of interviews. We set the bar high and won't extend an offer until we're convinced we've found the right candidate. This is why a job may stay open for months or be reposted several times. Studies suggest that women tend not to apply for a job if their CV isn’t a perfect fit. Here, talent takes precedence over experience. So if you like the role and think you could be awesome at it in time, go ahead and apply. Bending Spoons is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We consider for employment any applicant and provide reasonable accommodations for an individual with disabilities—just let us know through ___. Before you apply If you’ve applied before but didn't receive an offer, we recommend waiting at least one year before applying again. Bending Spoons is a demanding environment. We’re extremely ambitious and we hold ourselves—and one another—to a high standard. While this tends to lead to extraordinary learning, achievement, and career growth, it also requires significant commitment. To help you ramp up quickly and set yourself up for success, we recommend spending your first few months working from our Milan office, regardless of your long-term work location. It’s the best way to rapidly absorb our company culture and build trust with your new teammates. We’ll support you with generous travel and accommodation assistance. After that, you’re welcome to work from our offices in Milan or London, or remotely from ___—depending on what we agree at the offer stage. If the role speaks to you and you’re excited to give your best, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now—we can’t wait to meet you.

Outsourcing AssociateLocation: Oxford (Hybrid) Sector: Accounting & Business Advisory 🌟 About the Firm A fast-growing, full-service, tech-enabled accounting and advisory firm supporting ambitious entrepreneurs and SMEs across the UK. The team combines deep expertise with intuitive technology to help clients plan better, grow faster, and make a meaningful impact.The firm is on a mission to become a leading tech-enabled accounting partner for small and medium-sized enterprises. With a collaborative, high-performing culture, the team works together to deliver exceptional service and shape the future of accounting. 💼 The Role This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring accountant to join a dynamic outsourcing team. As an Outsourcing Associate, you'll be responsible for preparing management accounts and VAT returns for a diverse portfolio of clients, including sole traders, partnerships, charities, and limited companies. You'll also review work from junior colleagues and assist in preparing draft invoices for senior approval.This role offers a blend of technical accounting work and client interaction, making it ideal for someone looking to grow their career in a fast-paced, supportive environment. 🧾 Key Responsibilities Prepare management accounts and VAT returns for a portfolio of 20-30 clients Ensure high-quality client service across all engagements Review junior team members' work and raise...

Group Finance Director | Oxford | £80,000 - £120,000 plus car, attractive bonus scheme / MIP | Private Equity Backed Specialist Distributor The Finance Director will take ownership of the entire finance agenda, bringing the function in-house, building capability, and providing commercial insight that supports strategic decision-making across the business. Reporting to the MD and Board, you will be a key partner in defining and delivering the next stage of growth. About the Company Our client is a well-established specialist distributor serving manufacturing and trade sectors across England. Backed by new private equity investment, the business is entering a phase of professionalisation and growth, creating a rare opportunity for a senior finance leader to help shape its future.. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Business Partnering Shape long-term strategy as part of the senior leadership team Develop the financial plan, annual budgets, and KPIs that underpin commercial and operational targets Partner with the MD on strategic initiatives including acquisitions, geographic expansion and product diversification Provide commercial insight around pricing, margin enhancement, depot performance and customer profitability Act as the financial lead in supplier negotiations and wider commercial conversations Finance Function Build and Control Bring all outsourced accounting and finance activities in-house, establishing a high-performing finance team Oversee financial reporting, control and compliance Upgrade systems and processes, including ERP and reporting tools, to improve visibility across depots Produce timely, accurate management information, dashboards and board packs Commercial and Operational Insight Work with commercial and operational leaders to drive revenue growth, improve depot performance and optimise stock and debtor management Support pricing strategy, rebate structures and margin management Provide financial leadership to the e-commerce and online business units Cash Management, Funding and Capital Structure Maintain disciplined cash flow and working capital oversight Manage relationships with banks, lenders and insurers Support strategic decision-making around investment and capital allocation Leadership Build, mentor and develop a best-in-class finance team Support the MD in developing a cohesive, high-performance leadership culture Promote accountability, continuous improvement and commercial curiosity Qualifications and Experience Proven senior finance leadership experience within an SME environment Track record of building and developing finance teams A commercial, hands-on leader with experience beyond pure finance Comfortable building structure, process and capability from the ground up Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Skills and Attributes Attention to detail - a natural eye for accuracy and excellence Commercial judgement - someone who anticipates issues, challenges assumptions and looks around corners Collaboration - a team-first mindset, clear communicator, and someone who contributes across the whole business Package £80,000 - £120,000 plus attractive bonus scheme / MIP, Company car allowance, and benefits Performance-linked bonus Generous management incentive plan with equity participation Clear development pathway with potential to grow beyond the Finance Director remit BBBH35036 TPBN1_UKTJ

Company description: Oxford Biomedica is a quality and innovation-led viral vector CDMO that enables its clients to deliver life-changing therapies to patients around the world. One of the original pioneers in cell and gene therapy, Oxford Biomedica has more than 25 years of experience in viral vectors, the driving force behind the majority of gene therapies. Cell and gene therapy is the treatment of disease by the delivery of therapeutic genetic material (DNA or RNA), into a patients cells. One highly effective approach to delivering genetic information is to re-engineer existing viruses to be safe delivery vehicles (vectors) to insert the genetic material into patients cells. This can be achieved either by directly administering the vector to the patient (often referred to as in vivo gene therapy), or by first introducing the genetic material to cells or tissue outside of the body, before administering the cells or tissue into the patient (often referred to as ex vivo gene therapy or gene-modified cell therapy). Oxford Biomedica collaborates with some of the world's most innovative pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, providing viral vector development and manufacturing expertise in lentivirus, adeno-associated virus (AAV) and adenoviral vectors. Oxford Biomedica's world-class capabilities span from early-stage development to commercialisation. These capabilities are supported by robust quality-assurance systems, analytical methods and depth of regulatory expertise. Job description: Join Us in Changing Lives At OXB , our people are at the heart of everything we do. Were on a mission to enable life-changingtherapies to reach patients around the worldand were looking for passionate individuals who embody our core values every day: Responsible, Responsive, Resilient, and Respectful . Were currently recruiting for a Finance Manager to join our UK Finance Control Team. In this role, you willbe managing the team whose goal it is to maintain the financial integrity of the general ledger to allow for the efficient closure of the management accounts and year-end Financial Statements. Your responsibilities in this role would be: Managing a team of two, providing leadership, support, and development. Preparing and analysing financial data to understand key performance drivers, ensuring accurate financial statement treatment. Calculating key assumptions within your area of responsibility for both annual and interim reporting. Producing clear and insightful reporting and commentary to support understanding of financial results. Preparing departmental deliverables, such as management accounts packs, for review prior to external distribution. Operating key financial controls within the Financial Control team, and maintaining accurate records for your assigned controls. Ensuring accounting systems and processes are effectively managed and documented, including leading system upgrades and proposed changes. We are looking for: Educated to degree level in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline, or possess equivalent professional experience Fully qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent) Proven experience as a qualified accountant in a corporate finance environment, including journal preparation and account reconciliations Strong understanding of financial reporting, controls, and business processes Proficient in ERP systems and financial transactions Competent Excel skills, with the ability to work confidently with spreadsheets and data in a finance environment Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across functions and influence stakeholders effectively Experienced people manager with a track record of leading and developing finance teams About Us: OXB is a quality and innovation-led viral vector CDMO with a mission to enable its clients to deliver life changing therapies to patients around the world. One of the original pioneers in cell and gene therapy, we have more than 25 years of experience in viral vectors; the driving force behind the majority of gene therapies. OXB collaborates with some of the worlds most innovative pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, providing viral vector development and manufacturing expertise in lentivirus, adeno-associated virus (AAV) and adenoviral vectors. OXBs world-class capabilities span from early-stage development to commercialisation. These capabilities are supported by robust quality-assurance systems, analytical methods, and depth of regulatory expertise. Why Join Us? Competitive total reward packages Wellbeing programmesthat support your mental and physical health Career development opportunitiesto help you grow and thrive Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative culture State-of-the-art labs and manufacturing facilities A company that lives its values: Responsible, Responsive, Resilient, Respect We want you to feel inspired every day. At OXB, were future-focused and growing fast. We succeed togetherthrough passion, commitment, and teamwork. Ready to Make a Difference? Collaborate. Contribute. Change lives. TPBN1_UKTJ

Proactive consideration and management of external auditors in context of current business position and external environment, ensuring the Group audit is successful. External / Financial Reporting – including preparation of technical accounting papers as required for the US GAAP and IFRS consolida