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Payroll Manager Location: Colchester (Hybrid - onsite 3 days per week) Length: 6 months IR35 Status: Inside Ready to take ownership of UK payroll for a major international business? We’re looking for a sharp, detail‑driven Payroll Specialist who loves accuracy, thrives under pressure and enjoys being the “go‑to” expert everyone trusts. About the Role You’ll be the engine behind smooth, compliant and timely UK payroll operations. Working closely with our external payroll provider and internal teams, you’ll keep everything running like clockwork — from monthly checks to HMRC submissions — all while strengthening processes and protecting sensitive data. What You’ll Be Doing • Running monthly payroll checks and ensuring every detail is spot‑on, • Managing salary payments and third‑party payments with precision, • Owning month‑end reporting — journals, reconciliations, KPIs and more, • Producing payroll analysis and approval packs for senior leadership, • Being the first point of contact for HR, Finance and managers, • Keeping payroll processes accurate, documented and continuously improving, • Leading year‑end tasks including P11D and Class 1A submissions, • Supporting employees with payroll, tax, NI, pension and benefit queries, • Staying ahead of payroll legislation and advising the business, • Ensuring full GDPR compliance and flagging risks before they become issues You’ll Excel Here If You Have… • 5+ years’ payroll experience in a complex organisation, • Deep expertise in UK payroll legislation and best practice, • Strong Excel skills (v‑lookup, data analysis essential), • A meticulous, organised, deadline‑focused approach, • Great communication and stakeholder management skills, • A proactive, “I’ll sort it” mindset, • Experience with ADP / IHCM (bonus!), • IPPM qualification (nice to have)

Finance Manager - Colchester/Hybrid - Lead & Develop Finance, Influence Strategy Your new company An international organisation with a track record of sustained growth and innovation is seeking a talented Finance Manager to join its team. In this pivotal role, you will take full ownership of financial and operational controls, ensuring the delivery of accurate, high-quality financial and management information to support strategic decision-making and drive business performance. Your new role The Finance Manager will report to the Managing Director and work closely with the Group Finance Director & Operational Management. They will manage and develop a small & effective finance team & lead the ongoing development of systems, processes, controls and reporting. Key Responsibilities • Prepare monthly management accounts and annual statutory accounts in compliance with UK regulations., • Reconcile the nominal ledger and maintain accurate financial records., • Provide payroll data to ensure timely and correct salary payments., • Oversee finance team output, ensuring accuracy and quality standards., • Lead and develop the finance team., • Handle company and individual tax matters, liaising with auditors for compliance., • Act as primary contact for external auditors and manage interim/year-end audits., • Liaise with group finance teams., • Prepare and agree monthly sales and cash flow forecasts with the Managing Director., • Manage stock control, inventory reconciliation, and purchase ledger queries., • Maintain and improve financial processes to enhance productivity., • Analyse sales and commercial performance, define KPIs, and assist with pricing strategy., • Oversee online banking and maintain strong bank relationships., • Lead ad hoc financial analysis and advanced data handling using MS Office and Google Apps., • Oversee payroll, holiday entitlement, and personnel-related activities., • Prepare VAT returns, waste declarations, and reports for HMRC and other authorities., • Maintain and update sales/cost prices and price lists. Technical Expertise • Proven experience producing monthly management accounts., • Application and knowledge of statutory reporting (FRS102 & IFRS)., • Advanced Excel skills for financial analysis and reporting., • Experience managing and mentoring finance teams., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Strong organisational ability and attention to detail., • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # 4754665

Tax Manager Location:Edinburgh, UK-Hybrid The Finance & Tax Operations team plays a critical role in safeguarding the organisations financial integrity and ensuring we meet all statutory, regulatory, and shareholder expectations. This function ensures high quality financial reporting, effective risk management, and compliance across complex finance and tax environments. Where purpose meets career: • Strategic Impact: Sitting at the intersection of finance, risk management, regulatory compliance, and tax governance means youre not just crunching numbersyoure shaping the stability and direction of the organisation., • Leadership with Autonomy: Many leadership roles come with constraints, but here youd have the freedom to design processes, set standards, and embed best practices. Its a chance to leave a real legacy. Financial & Risk Management • Act as a key control point for Finance risks, including those linked to market trading within pension funds., • Ensure the organisations asset and liability positions are accurately reported and effectively monitored., • Oversee policyholder tax reporting and ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements., • Lead and develop a high-performing team, providing clear direction and fostering a positive, adaptable culture., • Drive delivery of project-related work, contributing to continuous improvement across Finance and Tax operations., • This role is suited to a seasoned professional with strong policyholder (operational) tax expertise within financial services, life & pensions, or investment products, who can provide technical leadership, assurance, and guidance across the business. Studying towards, or holding, a professional tax qualification (ATT, CTA, or equivalent)., • Experience supporting audits, regulatory reviews, or internal assurance activities., • Strong technical experience in policyholder (operational) tax within life insurance, pensions, or investment products., • Proven ability to interpret and apply tax legislation and HMRC guidance in a practical, operational environment., • Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem solving skills, with the ability to review complex data and identify issues and trends., • High attention to detail with a strong focus on control, risk management, and regulatory compliance., • Demonstrated experience managing competing priorities, meeting deadlines, and working with minimal supervision., • Confident communicator with the ability to explain technical tax matters clearly to both specialist and non specialist audiences., • Strong stakeholder management skills and experience working cross functionally within large organisations., • Advanced experience analysing and reviewing large volumes of data., • Solid understanding of pension products, bond investments, and their associated tax treatments. Desirable:ACCA or CIMA qualification (or progression toward qualification). We Care About Our Employees' Happiness By providing: • Pension Scheme - contributions matched up to 10%, • Private medical Cover, • Income Protection, • Life Assurance, • 25 days paid leave + National Holidays Candidates must be based inEdinburgh. They must be willing to travelwith a maximum of 2 day per week in the Edinburgh office. The successful candidate should hold or be capable of obtainingBPSS clearance. JBRP1_UKTJ

K3TA is looking to welcome a new Corporate & Transaction Tax Manager to the growing Tax Team. Why might you want to work at K3TA? • Perhaps youre looking for full flexibility in choosing where you work, be it in one of the offices of the K3 Capital Group, at home, or a mixture of both., • Perhaps you like the idea of being part of a team that focuses primarily on corporate advisory work having already gained experience in corporate compliance., • Perhaps you like the idea of stepping away from an accountancy practice and working in a purely tax focussed business., • You want to be part of a wider, PE-backed Global business. So who are K3TA? K3TA is the tax advisory business of the K3 Capital Group of professional services businesses. We are focused on transaction, restructuring, and advisory work and are a leading provider of tax advice to the mid-market transactions sector. As part of our mission to grow our team of skilled tax advisers, we are looking to welcome a Tax Manager in our Corporate Tax Team. Within the K3 Capital Group, we work alongside our colleagues in M&A, tax investigation, and forensic accounting teams. K3 Capital Group operates across 30+ UK offices and 6 overseas locations and continues to grow through acquisition of complementary businesses. What would you be doing? As a Corporate Tax Manager you will be acting as 'preparer' on complex advisory jobs as well as Manager on corporate compliance, plus some advisory work. You will work closely with Directors and Managing Directors in the Corporate Team to deliver high quality tax advice in line with client expectations and timelines. You will see projects through from initial advice to execution. You could be working on a mix of any of the following: • Managing project budgets and invoicing,, • Acting as the main point of for Clients (leading conversations and updates),, • Managing junior team members (coaching, mentoring),, • Managing jobs from initial review, prior to sign out by an Managing Director,, • Drafting tax reports and transaction step plans,, • Preparing clearance applications and financial models,, • Managing tax compliance relationships, K3TA - How do we work? We have a remote-first culture, and our team are located across the UK, literally from Lands End to Glasgow! working mostly from home with occasional travel when required to meet client needs. We meet several times a year at whole-team offsite events to keep in touch with one another and develop strategy together. We believe in trusting our people to understand how they work best and to manage their own time, travel, and workloads. JBRP1_UKTJ

Self-Employed Driver Inspectors IT Fleet Automotive is a leading transport, refurbishment, and vehicle storage company. We are currently recruiting self-employed Driver Inspectors to join our nationwide driving team. Are you looking for an immediate start in a driving role? Do you enjoy travelling and have a genuine passion for vehicles? If so, this could be the ideal opportunity for you. The Role You will be responsible for collecting, appraising, and delivering cars and vans across the UK. This is a varied, travelling role suited to drivers who enjoy independence and seeing new locations. What We Offer Home-based routing Weekly competitive pay (only 1 week in arrears ) Weekly bonus for completing 12+ jobs All expenses paid between jobs Comprehensive insurance cover All equipment and uniform provided A dedicated Allocator providing daily work and ongoing support Minibus services to assist travel between jobs (when available) Full self-employment and HMRC support provided Online and local site training courses Training 2-day training course provided Day 2 (in-house training) is paid after 8 consecutive weeks of consistent work Interested? If youd like more information and want to speak to us about joining our driving team, apply now to get started. TPBN1_UKTJ

You'll be the engine behind smooth, compliant and timely UK payroll operations. Working closely with our external payroll provider and internal teams, you'll keep everything running like clockwork - from monthly checks to HMRC submissions - all while strengthening processes and protecting sensitive

We’re building something powerful. Let’s build it together. We've delivered high-performance embedded computing solutions for four decades across industries including defence, telecoms, and aerospace. We’re proud to be experts in what we do and are looking for more brilliant people to join our team. The Role As our Payroll Specialist, you’ll be the go‑to expert who keeps everything running like clockwork. You’ll take ownership of delivering accurate, timely payroll that our people can rely on, tackling the details with confidence and spotting opportunities to make our processes sharper and smarter. Whether you’re looking for a full‑time role or part‑time opportunity, we’re open to both - what matters most is your expertise and energy. If you love precision, pace, and making a real impact, this role will keep you energised! What will I be delivering? You'll take the lead on delivering a smooth, accurate and reliable payroll service across the business, including: • Keeping our monthly payroll running smoothly, managing all changes such as starters, leavers, contract updates and tax code adjustments (including future BIK changes)., • Ensuring every payment, from statutory leave to salary sacrifice schemes, is calculated correctly and delivered on time., • Preparing and submitting all statutory returns, including P11Ds, HMRC filings and pension uploads, with confidence and precision., • Supporting audit requirements with well‑organised records and transparent processes., • Providing clear, professional responses to queries from employees, managers, clients and external partners., • Supplying meaningful payroll reporting, such as Gross to Net insights to help stakeholders understand costs and make informed decisions., • Adhoc financial tasks, • Working with our IT team on system upgrades, testing and enhancements to keep payroll technology up to date and efficient., • Continually refining procedures to ensure guidance notes, workflows and controls stay accurate and easy to follow. What do I need to bring with me? • Payroll expertise: Solid experience in payroll and a readiness to step into a role within a growing, fast‑moving organisation., • Technical confidence: Strong working knowledge of payroll systems and the curiosity to stay up to date as they evolve., • Analytical mindset: Someone who digs into the detail, isn’t afraid to question how things are done, and can suggest practical, compliant solutions., • Great communication: Great communication: The ability to build positive working relationships across People, Finance and Operations, and to explain payroll information clearly — whether you’re discussing technical details with specialists or supporting employees with everyday queries., • Strong organisation: Able to juggle multiple tasks, prioritise effectively and deliver to deadlines without compromising accuracy., • Qualifications (desirable): Ideally qualified in payroll practices (CIPP or equivalent), or working towards this. Benefits for working at Concurrent 25 days holidays + bank holidays and holiday purchase scheme. Annual profit share bonus. Cycle to work, Home & Tech and car salary sacrifice schemes. Death in service benefit & income protection. Employee assistance programme and virtual GP. Employee referral scheme. Enhanced parental leave. Generous company pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution. One paid volunteering day per year. Private Health Insurance through Bupa. YuLife wellbeing app. Equal Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and believe in the power of a diverse, inclusive team. We welcome all applications from all suitably qualified people, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation or age. Please let us know if you require anything which would enable your success throughout our interview process. Security Clearance Please be aware that certain roles working for Concurrent will be subject to security and export control restrictions. These specific roles are therefore subject to candidates being able to meet BPSS level pre-employment screening criteria. GDPR By applying for this position, you acknowledge that your personal data will be processed in accordance with Concurrent's Data Protection Policy. We will use your information solely for recruitment purposes and will not share it with third parties without your consent. Your data will be stored securely and retained only as long as necessary for the recruitment process. You have the right to access, rectify, or delete your personal data at any time. For more information on how we handle your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy

A well-known company in Hull is seeking a Payroll Manager for a full time, office-based role.The successful candidate will manage payroll processing for both salaried and weekly paid employees, calculate bonuses and statutory deductions, and prepare various reports for company directors.Ideal candid

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The role involves supporting clients in tax investigations, managing a portfolio of cases, and drafting reports and disclosures to HMRC.

A leading accountancy firm in the UK is seeking a Director to manage client portfolios and ensure timely delivery of services.Responsibilities include handling HM Revenue & Customs enquiries, preparing reports, and leading a team.The ideal candidate must be CTA/ACA/ACCA qualified with strong experie

The ideal candidate will have payroll processing experience, strong knowledge of HMRC regulations, and proficiency in payroll software.

B&T Live Services ensures stability, resilience, and operational excellence across HMRC’s live platforms.

We are seeking a Senior Business Development Manager (BDM) who will play a pivotal role within Fujitsu’s HMRC Business Unit, leading the development and execution of strategies that support HMRC’s Tax Policy and Transformation agenda. This role is designed for a senior professional with deep exp

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Tax Disputes Manager for a prominent Big 4 firm in London.This role involves managing a diverse portfolio of tax disputes and working alongside top tax specialists.Ideal candidates will have a strong background in tax investigations, a solid und

HMRC’s Fraud Investigation Service (FIS) is responsible for the department’s civil and criminal investigations. This FP allows HMRC flexibility to change your work pattern, at short notice, to meet business needs.

Ensure the provision of consistently excellent legal advisory and legislative services to HMRC, HM Treasury and Treasury Ministers (as part of the ‘policy partnership’ between HMRC and HM Treasury). Lead the directorate’s support for HMRC’s Transformation Roadmap, focusing on tax compliance,

This role involves preparing accounts, VAT, and payslips for UK companies and filing reports with HMRC.

The role involves maintaining VAT registrations, submitting VAT returns, and working closely with various stakeholders including HMRC.

A recruitment firm is seeking a Part Time Payroll Administrator to ensure accurate payroll processing for clients.This role offers remote flexibility and requires proficiency in Excel and a solid understanding of UK payroll procedures.Candidates should have previous payroll administration experience

You will lead on complex VAT advisory matters and manage HMRC enquiries while supporting junior team members.

You will prepare tax computations and review statutory accounts, while also liaising with HMRC on any tax queries.

Dual role: Data Analyst and Test Engineer at HMRC.

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Position: Russian Speaking Customer Service Advisor Working hours: Monday Friday 08:00am 4:30pmLocation: Fountainbridge, Edinburgh.Salary: £26,800Who We Are Looking ForWe are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Russian Speaking Customer Service Advisor to join the team in the Edinburgh office.Th

An exciting new Customer Service Advisor opportunity at DX!About Us We think we are more than just a delivery company.We know each item tells a story and we know that for someone, somewhere, it'll make their day, or not - if we fail! We are a leading independent parcel, mail and logistics services c

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