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Were representing an FCSA & SafeRec accredited umbrella company, looking to hire a Key Account Director to take ownership of some of their most important client relationships.This isnt cold-start business development.Youll be handed a portfolio of major professional services accounts (public sector,

Zanda is an Executive search partner that works exclusively with high growth start-ups as they look to scale their business with senior talent. Zanda partners with VC’s, Founder’s, CEO’s and CFO’s when it comes to successfully delivering on key senior appointments. Who’s the business Zanda is partnering with a high growth, PE backed Telco business based in London who operate across the UK. With recurring revenues of £25million, they are doubling in size every couple of years. With ambitious growth plans they are looking for a Financial Controller who can help them automate and simplify financial control and operations and make a real impact on transforming and influencing a scaling business. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will be leading a team of 5 and play a key role in evolving the financial processes, systems and controls as the business scales. The team are in the office 2-3 days a week in Central London. What experiences you will gain • Oversee the monthly preparation of consolidated accounts, • Leading cashflow management and managing the financial control framework, • Managing payroll, treasury and cash flow management, • Leading the external audit and strengthening internal controls, • Supporting the groups expansion through M&A activities, future funding and post-acquisition integrations, • Driving digital transformation and automation across finance and utilsing Microsoft Dynamics 365 and leading the strategic direction of financial systems, • Partnering with the technology teams to enhance data integrity, reporting and automation, • Leading and developing a team of 5 What background should you have before you press apply! • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA), • Experience within a VC or PE backed scaling technology business, • Strong technical accounting knowledge (UK GAAP), • Experience of Group consolidations, statutory reporting and audit, • Interest in process improvement and implementation of change, • Excellent communicator who can advise and challenge senior non finance stakeholders

What are we looking for? We are recruiting for the role of Regional Head of Venue Operations (London) to join our growing and ambitious Venue concessions business. The role will oversee our team of London Venue Managers who manage our bar and confectionary operations across multiple Stadia & Venues throughout London. The role will involve working together with the other heads of departments (People / Finance / Event Operations/Projects / Logistics ) to ensure all elements of our London venue operations are executed to the highest of quality, our clients are happy and all venues are hitting our financial targets. It holds responsibility for the management of our London Stadia & Sporting venue contracts and is a key role in our future growth. This will require an excellent approach to leading, developing & nurturing the teams who are managing our venues, as well as building for new contracts & future growth. Whilst you will be overseeing multiple venues, a large proportion of your time will be focused on our biggest contract - Wembley Stadium. Who are we looking for? Personality is key for us, and you must be able to thrive in high pressure and fast paced situations whilst maintaining a smile and sense of humour, this is one of our founding principles. You will need to be organised and structured in your approach whilst having excellent attention to detail. Data analysis is a key part of the role and a strong mathematical ability is essential. You will be required to collate and analyse data and to take the results and implement changes to the operation based on this. You will need to show strong time management, be confident in overseeing multiple projects and be able communicate excellently across all levels of our business. The role will require excellent management / leadership skills both for our internal teams but also for our clients. You must have experience in developing key relationships and an understanding of how to create and sustain a successful client journey. Logical thinking, paired with creative thinking are also a key part of this role. With the development of new concepts and implementation of these will fall under your domain in your area. The ideal candidate will have had previous senior management experience gained from major events, Stadia or a Sporting venue. You must be experienced in delivering large / complex bar operations, and ideally have shown multivenue management skills. Having strong financial awareness of your cost centres and ultimately the profitability of your venues is very important. Who will you be working with? You will report directly to the Director of Stadia & Sporting Venues, work alongside the leadership team and be responsible for managing your own team of Venue Managers. Where will you be working? The role would be based out of our London office (Dollis Hill) with a strong presence at our London venues and major events. What are your core weekly responsibilities? • Manage your team – Performance / development / culture / team dynamic / progression., • Planning / forecasting – working with your team and others to ensure we are looking ahead and planning what is needed across multiple teams., • Revenue growth / Development of venues – constantly be looking at how we can grow our revenue at all sites, through increase in units / footprint / change in product etc., • Collaborating with others – working with other departments to ensure they are on track – staffing all sorted / logistics planned etc, • Signing off Event plans – Your team will submit plan for event / what product or bars – you will need to review and approve., • P&L management – Looking at our financial KPI’s weekly ensuring we are on track to hit our financial targets., • Event analysis, • Event debrief – Speak with team after every event – put plans I place to improve / change certain elements – see this through to next event delivery., • KPI % Analysis – Are we hitting our targets? Work with Finance team to provide data and ensure acted upon, follow up., • Sales Analysis – monitoring and acting upon sales data at all events, • Product mix – Looking at our range of products by event type –Do we need to change?, • System / Paperwork – Are the team performing their tasks / systems correctly? Check and act upon discrepancies etc., • Quality Control – Ensure the operation is at the quality it needs to be., • Set up / Breakdown of events - checking the plans and delivery of all set up and breakdowns., • Product / Concept development & innovation, • Looking at ways we can improve all elements of our operation- this can be from bar structures through the signage or till management., • Working with leadership team & MD to implement new ideas and trial concepts., • Understanding the financial return What are your core monthly responsibilities? • Stock management – wastage / rotation / Dates, • Maintenance – Ensuring all kit on site is looked after, • Financial reviews – Margins / KPI’s / payroll / loss prevention, • Nurture Key relationships – develop relationships / ensure clients happy / arrange debriefs, • Team development – progression / resilience / casual teams / future stars, • Budgets / Targets – Setting KPI’s for your team and helping them achieve them., • Wembley specific, • Main point of contact for Wembley Senior management., • Closely managing APM’s plans and detailed delivery in the lead up to events., • Ensure quality / diligence remains strong., • Working with other heads to ensure Wembley has what it needs., • Implement processes – build process and best practices across the operation., • Due diligence – Ensure teams are being compliant / training & PPE being provided etc, • Investment / Innovation – looking at our key clients and how we What are your other wider responsibilities? • Business growth - Supporting the leadership team with new venue contracts / business projects, • Developing the overall operation - Working closely with leadership team to ensure all departments are working together, collaborating and running efficiently., • Forecasts / Looking ahead - You will need to be looking ahead and planning for key periods of the year to ensure we have resources (People / Kit / Stock etc ) in place to deliver events, • Proposals / P&L’s - Working with your teams to Create proposals & forecast P&Ls for new and existing clients. (requires collaboration from other teams to ensure we have resource to propose offering) What are our medium-long term goals for your department? • Ensure the positive culture, support network & empowerment of our teams is at the heart of what we do day-to-day., • Grow and develop your teams for expansion into new and existing markets – we must focus on continuous improvement and personal development., • Increase efficiency of large operations, simplify where possible to allow for added scale., • Develop our processes & technology to be more streamline and efficient, • Innovation, product & system developments must remain at our core. What is the package? • Excellent Performance bonus, • Travel allowance scheme, • 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays), • Private Health Care scheme, • Work phone provided, • Long-term service benefits, • 5% matched company pension scheme

Employee Experience Manager / HR Operations Permanent Up to £85,000 + bonus + benefits London – hybrid working (3-4 days office) Middlemore has been retained to appoint a permanent Employee Experience Manager for a fast-paced, global financial services firm based in Central London. Working for a global commodities business that has created a new role to strengthen its HR function as it continues to grow and diversify.The environment is particularly dynamic, with decisions made at pace and a strong focus on delivery. The Employee Experience Manager will play a key role in shaping and delivering the global People & Culture strategy, while taking ownership of all HR operations and cyclical processes. This will include joiner-mover-leaver processes, pay and bonus cycles, payroll oversight, HRIS management and data reporting, policy development, and performance management. The mandate is to enhance the employee experience of these services, embedding a culture of continuous improvement. Beyond HR operations, the role will also partner closely with the HR Director to build and evolve the wider HR offering, working together to dive and conquer as the people proposition evolved. Strategic & Operational Support • Partner with the Head of People & Culture to execute the People & Culture strategy., • Support on workforce planning, talent acquisition, and remuneration processes (cyclical work and partnering with the business during bonus rounds)., • Prepare benchmarking data, analyse salary and bonus recommendations, and support the Remuneration Committee (RemCo) review process., • Contribute to the design and delivery of talent management initiatives, including performance management and calibration processes., • Lead employee engagement initiatives to enhance the overall employee experience People Operations & Employee Relations • Provide managers with advice and guidance on employment matters and day-to-day employee relations queries., • Draft and issue employment contracts, letters, and policy-related documentation., • Liaise with the People & Culture Associate to ensure seamless onboarding and offboarding processes, identifying opportunities for improvement., • Oversee compliance with regulatory, legal, and risk management requirements Payroll & Reward • Manage global payroll oversight, collating and submitting accurate payroll data within agreed deadlines., • Provide payroll inputs and updates to Finance, ensuring accuracy and timeliness., • Support review and continuous improvement of compensation and benefits processes Systems, Processes & Reporting • Maintain and continuously develop HR systems (HRIS = Hibob), ensuring data accuracy and efficiency., • Analyse HR data and produce reports to inform decision-making., • Lead process improvement initiatives to streamline HR operations and enhance employee experience., • Lead HR audit processes, liaising with third-party auditors and providing relevant data., • Assist in preparing People & Culture reports and insights for the Leadership Team and Board. Candidate Background • The successful candidate must have experience working in the Financial Services industry to understand some of the regulatory items required (ideally within SME), • Strong understanding of HR best practice, employment law, and core People & Culture processes, with experience in payroll, benefits, and compliance., • Ability to identify trends and patterns, challenge assumptions, and apply sound judgement in decision-making, knowing when to escalate issues., • Proven ability to work effectively across functions, build trusted relationships, and contribute to a small, close-knit team. This is a highly successful, people-centric business that has gone from strength to strength, with a track record of recognising and promoting high potential. If you’ve experience life in an FCA regulated SME before, you’ll understand the pace and variety of work you’ll enjoy in this environment. Interested? Please apply!

About CFGI: Corporate Finance Group, Inc. (“CFGI”) was founded in 2000 by former Big 4 professionals. CFGI is an established industry leader with the resources to successfully navigate today’s complex accounting, reporting, compliance and tax landscape. An assemblage of top-flight professionals with in-depth public accounting expertise, CFGI can fulfill a variety of client needs without the restrictions of auditor independence. With a foundation of knowledge amassed while serving a variety of industries, CFGI is able to guide companies through a wide range of routine and complex business scenarios. The resulting partnership is an innovative resource with the power to address our clients’ most crucial accounting, finance and operational challenges. We provide our clients with a unique combination of integrity, flexibility, creative solutions, and deep tax technical expertise. Many of our clients are global, market leading, publicly held companies, while others are privately held, early stage, or venture-backed emerging businesses. Here at CFGI, we place a high value on a culture of continued learning, where teamwork is encouraged, and professional excellence is rewarded. In 2022, CFGI opened its London office (its first outside the US) and achieved fantastic revenue in the first full year of trading, primarily derived from the accounting advisory practice. In January 2023 the UK tax practice was formed and the UK tax partner is looking to quickly assemble a high-quality team of tax professionals to grow the tax business and provide clients with an exceptional and differentiated service. Overview of role: CFGI seeks a highly motivated tax director to join its UK tax team. This role will provide a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is driven, entrepreneurial and constantly looking to challenge the status quo around the UK tax services industry. You will be involved in all aspects of UK corporate tax (advisory, compliance, reporting and governance) and will have direct interaction with both our clients and senior members of the UK tax team in order to deliver these services. 1. Client service delivery a) Tax advisory You will be involved in tax advisory work likely to include the following: · Ad hoc corporate tax advisory work originating from compliance engagements – e.g. loss planning and utilization, tax implications of trade and asset transfers, interest deductibility. · Cash tax modelling exercises. · Group simplification exercises. · Tax due diligence for client transactions. · Tax structuring for client transactions. It is likely that a significant proportion of tax advisory work will arise on private equity backed clients and therefore an advanced understanding of the tax implications of the private equity ownership model and the investment lifecycle are highly desirable. You should have knowledge / experience of advising clients on some or all of the following: · Immediate post-acquisition tax actions, e.g. preparation of “post-acq tax checklist”, implementation of any structural actions, remediation of key tax DD items, withholding tax management, and coverage of non-corporate tax items such as VAT on transaction costs. · Refinancing, bolt-ons, group simplification and reorganization. · Tax compliance related advisory (e.g. interest deductibility, anti-hybrids, transaction costs). · Exit readiness (e.g. healthcheck reviews). · Exit support (vendor assist role: tax DD support and negotiation, exit structuring, transaction balance sheet). b) UK corporation tax compliance, reporting and governance: You will be responsible for overseeing the preparation and submission of UK corporation tax returns for our clients. In collaboration with the UK Tax Partner, you will assist with the design and implementation of a UK corporation tax compliance service offering, that is high quality, efficient and cost effective for our clients, and optimizes the involvement of junior team members to manage the provision of these services and lead the day-to-day relationships with our clients. Your client engagements may also require you to have some involvement with tax reporting and governance matters. 2. Business development As CFGI is looking to rapidly expand in the UK, there will be plenty of opportunity to get involved in business development activities. As a director, you will be expected to undertake business development activity to help grow the UK tax practice and the CFGI brand in the UK. Business development activities will include: · Assisting with the origination of tax opportunities on new and existing clients, drafting of proposals and involvement in the sales process (e.g. meetings, pitches, etc.). · Teaming with colleagues from other CFGI UK and US service areas (e.g. accounting advisory, business transformation) to identify and propose tax opportunities. · Teaming with the CFGI US tax team to support with and identify UK tax opportunities on US clients. · Identifying additional revenue streams with our clients. Skills and Competencies: Knowledge: · Significant experience of scoping, leading and managing UK tax advisory projects. · Experience of working on UK transactions and involvement in diligence and structuring (e.g. for buyside buyout or bolt-on). · Experience of the UK tax return preparation process, and good technical understanding with common tax adjusting items such as interest deductibility, hybrid mismatches, loss utilization etc. · Knowledge of UK tax accounting and reporting processes under IFRS and UK GAAP. · Experience of responding to and managing HMRC tax enquiries. · High level knowledge / an appreciation of the principles of non-corporate tax areas, such as VAT, payroll taxes and share schemes. · Knowledge / an appreciation of cross-border tax matters, e.g. transfer pricing, BEPS Pillar 2, country by country reporting etc. Skills: · Experienced with using Microsoft Excel and tax software packages. · Demonstrated ability to effectively present information and appropriately respond to questions from clients and team members. · Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and work under deadlines. · Excellent analytical, supervisory, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills are necessary. · Demonstrated ability to be accountable for independently completing assignments. · Capable of collaborating and communicating with people of different technical backgrounds and roles. · Analytical ability to navigate work-related situations with practicality, sound reasoning, and demonstrating creativity in problem solving. · Other key characteristics: the ideal candidate must demonstrate integrity and accountability, always remaining flexible, adaptable, and willing to accept coaching, building and managing professionally healthy relationships, and continually developing awareness of business-related topics. Qualifications: · Seven plus years plus of corporate tax experience with some/all of this time ideally spent in the Big 4. · Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA) required; additional tax qualification (e.g. CTA) strongly desired.

Staffing & Account Executive - Live Brand Activation Are you an energetic, 'up for it' staffing superstar ready to bring major brand experiences to life? We are a vibrant Creative Marketing Agency based in London, and we understand that the human element is the most vital part of any successful brand activation. That's why we’re seeking a highly organised, passionate Staffing/Account Executive to oversee all live staffing for our key clients in the nicotine pouch and smoke-free product sector. This is your opportunity to manage everything, from large festival sampling campaigns, such as Glastonbury, to nationwide in-store activations, ensuring we have the right people in the right place at the right time. The Opportunity: What You'll Be Doing You'll be the linchpin connecting a major client in the smoke-free product category with a database of over 1000 brilliant, vetted, and trained promotional staff across the UK. Reporting to the Group Account Director, your core mission is to manage all staffing logistics for live campaigns: • Staffing Management: Book, brief, and confirm all promotional staff for diverse sampling campaigns, including major festivals and retail outlets., • Recruitment & Training: Run interviews, recruitment, training, refresher, and casting days to maintain a premium staffing roster., • Campaign Logistics: Handle all essential admin, including hotel bookings, travel arrangements, site visits when required, and on-call support during out-of-office campaign hours., • Database Master: Input, maintain, and update the staff database with performance notes and client feedback., • Financial Administration: Ensure strict compliance with all internal and Client’s financial procedures. This involves confirming payroll, managing bonuses/fines, processing expenses, drafting project budgets, raising P.Os, and invoicing., • Client & Team Liaison: Hold regular status updates with the Group Account Director, client, and internal teams, providing campaign monitoring and feedback., • Documentation: Create impactful briefing documents, staff profiles for clients, and post-campaign evaluation documents. What You'll Need to Bring We’re looking for a genuine go-getter with a vibrant personality and an obsession with detail. • Agency Experience: At least 1 year of experience working in an agency environment is essential., • Personality: A lively, energetic, proactive personality with a genuinely “up for it!” attitude and outgoing nature. You’re happy to go the 'extra mile' during busy periods., • Organisation: You must be a highly organised and efficient operator; strong administrative and implementation skills are a must-have., • Passion: Creative and passionate about the staffing industry and the business in general., • Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills., • Team Player: A proactive team player who contributes at a total company level. The Details • Role: Staffing/Account Executive, • Key Sector: Nicotine Pouch / Smoke-Free Product, • Location: London Agency (hybrid working may be available), • Salary: Up to £35,000, • Start Date: ASAP Ready to be the face behind the faces in the exciting live activation space? Apply now!

This position will act as a key resource providing support to the firm in the areas of benefits, compliance, compensation, and reporting. This position reports to the Senior Director of Compensation and Benefits and will work closely with legal, payroll and accounting staff, as well as the European

Experience in the umbrella payroll sector (or close transferable experience).

Prepare budget forecast information with local HR and managing director, Benefits, HRIS and HR Operations for all offices. You will also liaise and leverage with external sources(vendors and consultants) and internal firm partners (HR, Payroll, Finance etc) to identify gaps and to create efficient p

We’re representing an FCSA & SafeRec accredited umbrella company, looking to hire a Key Account Director to take ownership of some of their most important client relationships.This isn’t cold-start business development.You’ll be handed a portfolio of major professional services acc

As Finance Manager, you'll be reporting Finance Director in the UK and Managing Director in the US, you'll be responsible for month-end reporting, cashflow forecasting, financial controls, compliance, and payroll, while also supporting business growth projects and process improvements.

Job title: Associate Director: Accounts Reporting to: Director/ Regional Head Hours: Full time Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm (37.5 hours per week) Location: Orpington / Sidcup or Sutton office Affinia is a leading, UK Top 50 Accountancy firm. Through successful acquisitions and organic growth, the firm has seen significant development within the last 18 months. Last October we launched our new brand ‘Affinia’ (___) which saw the coming together of LB Group and six other likeminded firms across the East & South East of England to form a combined challenger accounting, tax and business advisory firm. With a combined heritage spanning over 300 years, we have more than 400 accountancy professionals based in Stratford, Colchester, Chelmsford, Ipswich, Halstead, Harlow, Leigh on Sea, Orpington, Sidcup, and Sutton. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across seven principal practice groups: Accountancy & Advisory, Tax and Planning, Audit Services, Corporate Finance, Digital Solutions, Payroll and Financial Planning. We have invested continuously in technology and gained in-depth knowledge across a broad range of markets, growing through acquisitions and private investment. We offer an exceptional service to our clients, with access to our sector experts to develop the strategy that will help them reach their goals. We keep a finger on the industry pulse, so our clients receive the best short to medium and long-term advice. Purpose of the role: As an Associate Director within our expanding Accounts service line you will lead a high-value client portfolio, delivering strategic, compliant, and commercially successful services. You will act as a key advisor to clients, supporting business development efforts and identifying opportunities to add value. Internally, you will oversee and mentor Managers and Senior Managers, role model the firm’s values, and contribute to service line strategy, operational projects, and change initiatives. You’ll take ownership of process improvements, risk management, and cross-location collaboration, while supporting the Director or Service Line Head in achieving team and firm-wide objectives. You will be supported in your role with line management and leadership training as well as CPD access via Tolley’s, Croner-i, Mercia and LinkedIn Learning as required. Together with your line manager you will craft a development plan that sees you succeed in your role and plan for the next step should you wish to take it. Accountabilities: Client and Portfolio Leadership • Lead service delivery for a portfolio of high-value or technically complex clients, ensuring timely, high-quality, and compliant output., • Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic, commercially sound advice and proactively identifying opportunities to add value., • Maintain strong client relationships through regular contact, effective communication, and a deep understanding of client needs. Commercial and Financial Management • Monitor WIP, billing, and recovery rates across your portfolio, taking proactive action to maximise profitability and manage overruns or scope creep., • Meet targets for billable hours, utilisation, and portfolio profitability, ensuring jobs are delivered within agreed budgets and timeframes., • Contribute to fee discussions, service scoping, and pricing strategy in collaboration with Directors and Partners. Strategic and Operational Contribution • Contribute insights to the development of service line and group strategy, particularly in any areas of specialism or market knowledge., • Support Directors and Service Line Leaders (SLLs) on strategic initiatives and internal planning projects., • Take ownership of service line projects, driving outcomes that support operational efficiency, quality, or growth., • Stay informed on market trends, competitor activity, and emerging client needs to inform service line positioning. People Leadership and Culture • Provide ongoing guidance and structured development opportunities to junior team members, particularly Managers and Senior Managers., • Act as a role model for firm values and behaviours, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement., • Conduct or support performance appraisals, 1:1s, and feedback processes to drive individual and team growth., • Champion diversity and inclusion within the team, promoting open, honest, and two-way communication across locations. Process Improvement and Change • Identify and lead process improvements that enhance service efficiency, quality, or client experience., • Support the adoption and implementation of new technology or systems, advocating for smarter ways of working., • Embrace and help deliver change projects within the service line or wider group. Risk Management and Compliance • Ensure all services are delivered in line with firm quality standards, ethical policies, and regulatory requirements., • Manage risks associated with client engagements, including reputational, legal, and compliance risks., • Proactively identify and escalate internal risk incidents or concerns in line with firm protocols. Business Development and External Profile • Support Directors and SLLs with business development activities including proposals, pitches, and client onboarding., • Identify and act on cross-selling or upselling opportunities within your client portfolio., • Represent the firm at industry events, networking opportunities, and speaking engagements, contributing to the firm's public profile. Professional skills/qualifications: • ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification (fully qualified with significant post-qualification experience), • Typically 10+ years in practice with demonstrable experience managing large or complex clients, • Expert technical knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102), Companies Act, and tax principles, • Track record in commercial portfolio management, WIP/billing oversight, and client retention, • Strong leadership and coaching skills, including mentoring Managers and future leaders, • Strategic thinker with the ability to contribute to business planning and change initiatives, • High-level communication and interpersonal skills, with credibility to represent the firm. Core Benefits: At Affinia, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits: • 27 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays (Sept-Aug)., • Auto enrolment Pension Scheme with True Potential, • Death in Service, • Professional membership support, • Paycare – claim money back for Dental / Optical / Professional Therapies, • Agile/Hybrid Working Policy, • Dress for your Diary Policy Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. Affinia is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion, or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit.

Finance Assistant Considering applying for this job Do not delay, scroll down and make your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out. • TV Production Leading independent television and media production company, dedicated to creating impactful factual content for UK, US, and international broadcasters are looking for a strong Finance Assistant to join their team. Role Overview As Finance Assistant, you'll play a key role within our central finance team. You'll be primarily responsible for the smooth and accurate payment of suppliers across all productions and company activity, while also supporting core bookkeeping, accounts receivable, and treasury functions. Key Responsibilities: Accounts payable Manage the flow of production purchase invoices: check approvals, post into Xero, ensure accurate coding, and update weekly production cost monitors. Prepare and process payment runs (weekly and monthly), including freelancer (Ltd Co. and Sch D) payments via Coutts online banking. Set up new supplier accounts and liaise with suppliers and production teams. Reconcile Xero to Excel cost monitors monthly to ensure accurate forward planning and forecasting. Accounts receivable Generate and issue sales invoices in Xero (primarily production funding), ensuring timely receipt of funds per contract terms. Maintain and update weekly sales invoice tracking for the Managing Director. Bookkeeping & Treasury Reconcile Equals cash card transactions (production projects and central cards), post into Xero, and allocate weekly. Chasing stakeholders on getting all receipts in a timely manner. Monitor weekly Equals cash card fund flows. Manage and reconcile petty cash floats with supporting paperwork. Perform weekly bank reconciliations. Allocate monthly production payroll to cost monitors, including processing inter-company cash transfers. Process monthly internal cost recoveries and reimbursements between production and central bank accounts. Qualifications and Skills: Part-qualified and actively working towards an accountancy qualification (ACCA/AAT/CIMA) Strong transaction-processing skills with attention to accuracy. Knowledge of HMRC regulations. Reliable, discreet, and process-oriented. Proactive in streamlining and improving systems. Solid academic background. 2 years of bookkeeping experience. Experience in TV, film or media companies Familiar with Xero accounting software Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds • we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Leading a team of 40 payroll professionals, the Director will oversee all aspects of payroll processing for our 1,500 clients, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with all applicable legislation. The Director will champion continuous improvement initiatives, foster a culture of client-cent

The Director of HR Consultancy Services is a key leadership role responsible for the overall strategic direction and financial performance of our HR consultancy department. Part of our offering is to provide comprehensive business support services, including a full payroll bureau service and expert

As our Pay & Reward Specialist, you will be the trusted expert, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll delivery across the UK and Ireland while providing high-quality insights to support our global reward and benefits strategy.Working closely with the Director of People Excellence, you wil

We re representing an FCSA & SafeRec accredited umbrella company, looking to hire a Key Account Director to take ownership of some of their most important client relationships. Experience in the umbrella payroll sector (or close transferable experience).