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At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Assistant Director, M&A Analytics – EY-Parthenon, Birmingham At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. The opportunity At EY-Parthenon, our unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions, tax and corporate finance delivers real-world value – solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Benefiting from EY’s full spectrum of services, we’ve reimagined strategic consulting to work in a world of increasing complexity. With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, boards, private equity and governments every step of the way. Join the fastest growing and most innovative deal analytics team in the UK. EY-Parthenon’s Transaction Analytics team helps clients use data to make better decisions at critical moments in the deal lifecycle. We work with private equity investors, corporates, management teams and other advisers on buy-side, sell-side, vendor assistance and exit readiness engagements. Our work sits at the intersection of M&A, financial due diligence, commercial insight and advanced analytics. We turn complex financial, operational and commercial datasets into clear, robust analysis that supports the equity story, helps answer bidder and investor questions, and gives clients greater confidence in transaction decisions. This is an opportunity to join our growing Birmingham Transaction Analytics team and help build a regional platform within one of the UK’s leading deal analytics practices. Our core work is delivered during the exciting and high-speed phases of an M&A process. We use data and analytics to assess a target company’s financial performance, business projections and key value drivers, identifying opportunities, risks, sensitivities and potential mitigations that can influence transaction outcomes. The Transaction Analytics team works closely with Financial Due Diligence, Corporate Finance, Strategy, Tax and sector specialists to provide deeper insights, challenge value drivers and bring innovative digital capabilities to live deal situations. Our work includes building reconciled data cubes, dynamic databooks and dashboards that support vendor due diligence, commercial due diligence, information memoranda, management presentations and bidder Q&A. Companies are collecting more data than ever before across finance, ERP, CRM, billing, operational and external sources. Our challenge is to use analytics at pace to identify and explain trends that may otherwise remain hidden — and to convert those insights into a clear transaction narrative. At Assistant Director level, this is also a leadership opportunity: you will play a central role in growing the Birmingham Transaction Analytics team, developing people, building client relationships and shaping our regional go-to-market proposition. Your key responsibilities As an Assistant Director in Transaction Analytics, you will lead analytics workstreams across buy-side, sell-side, vendor assistance and exit readiness engagements. You will shape scope and approach with clients and EY senior teams, lead discussions with management and advisers, and ensure that analytics outputs clearly support the equity story, identify key risks and provide actionable insight. • Lead Transaction Analytics engagements and workstreams across a range of sectors and transaction situations., • Shape analytics scope, approach, timelines and deliverables with Partners, Directors, clients and other EY workstreams., • Lead senior client conversations with management teams, CFOs, private equity deal teams, corporate clients and other advisers., • Oversee the creation of reconciled data cubes, dynamic databooks, dashboards and visual outputs that support due diligence, equity-story development and bidder Q&A., • Use analytics to test value drivers, evidence growth stories, identify risks and challenge transaction assumptions., • Project manage teams across multiple engagements, ensuring quality, timeliness, risk management and commercial relevance of outputs., • Build, coach and mentor junior team members, helping develop the Birmingham Transaction Analytics capability., • Develop internal and external networks across Transaction Diligence, Corporate Finance, Strategy, Tax, sector teams and the wider EY-Parthenon platform., • Contribute to business development, proposals, credentials, key accounts, recruitment and go-to-market initiatives., • Identify opportunities to expand the role of analytics across the transaction lifecycle and help develop reusable tools, assets and methodologies. Skills and attributes for success • Strong financial and commercial acumen, with the ability to understand client challenges and link analysis to transaction value., • Ability to define analytical approaches, challenge assumptions and focus teams on the questions that matter most in a deal context., • Ability to gather, verify and assess information to formulate clear conclusions and advice., • Demonstrable experience planning, preparing and reviewing client deliverables including visualisations, written reports, presentations and senior stakeholder materials., • Strong attention to detail with a logical, structured and methodical approach., • Strong leadership, coaching and team management skills., • Ability to communicate complex analytical findings clearly to clients, investors, banks and non-technical stakeholders., • Business development mindset, with the ability to build trusted relationships and identify opportunities for additional client value., • Entrepreneurial mindset and desire to help grow a regional Transaction Analytics platform. To qualify for the role, you must have • Strong commercial experience and/or relevant industry, analytics, finance, transaction or financial due diligence experience., • Experience leading teams and managing workstreams in a fast-paced, client-facing environment., • Understanding of data manipulation, integration and visualisation tools such as Excel, Alteryx, Power BI and Python., • Experience coaching, mentoring and developing team members., • Extensive stakeholder and client communication experience., • A passion for providing high quality service and practical advice to clients. Ideally, you’ll also have • ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification., • Experience leading analytics, transaction, financial due diligence, corporate finance, strategy or consulting engagements., • Experience with advanced analytics languages or tooling such as Python, SQL, R, Alteryx, Power BI., • Experience shaping proposals, contributing to business development or building client relationships., • Experience working across multiple service lines and sectors in high-paced transaction environments., • A strong understanding of how analytics can create value throughout the transaction lifecycle. What we look for We are looking for a commercially minded analytics leader who can operate as a trusted adviser to clients and senior EY teams. You will be motivated by building teams, developing people, winning work and using data to improve the quality of transaction decisions. What we offer We will fuel your ambition and potential with future-focused skills development that equips you with state-of-the-art methodologies and technology-enabled solutions. With more than 25,000 people in 150 countries, you will join an inclusive and empowering culture that values your uniqueness, prioritises your wellbeing, and immerses you in the diverse thinking and cross-cultural experiences necessary to help deliver impact to clients across the globe and to help build a better working world. Learn more about careers at EY-Parthenon. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. To help create the best experience during the recruitment process, please describe any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need. EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fuelled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy –and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Learning and Development (L&D) is more than just a function, it’s a key enabler of our people strategy. It supports our ability to attract, develop and retain talented people who take pride in their work and successfully deliver for our business. Effective L&D underpins quality and productivity by supporting our people to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to perform their work, helping them reach their personal and professional potential. Our firmwide L&D function works hand-in-hand with the business to pinpoint and address learning needs, developing and delivering innovative, high-quality and commercially viable learning and development opportunities that enable both individual growth of our people and achievement of our firm’s strategic priorities, all whilst adhering to the regulatory standards expected of us as a professional services firm. Our goal is to cultivate a learning culture that equips our people with the knowledge and skills they need to achieve their personal and professional aspirations alongside delivering excellence for our clients. Our team of L&D professionals spans across a number of BDO offices, with a significant presence in our vibrant London office. Regular travel to London and other locations will be required. Are you ready to broaden your horizons and make a significant impact in the world of Learning and Development? Here is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of learning strategy by joining our leadership team. We are seeking a talented, high-performing and ambitious senior manager to join our team in one of our leadership positions, as Head of Learning & Development (Head of L&D). We’ll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You’ll be someone who is comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners. You’ll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. Role overview The Head of L&D role is a senior leadership role responsible for managing the firmwide L&D function. Initially, the role will primarily focus on supporting the Audit stream, with a view to expanding across other streams over time, with future activities informed by a detailed learning needs analysis exercise to be performed shortly. Reporting to the Director of L&D, this role involves collaborating with other central teams to deliver effective, high-quality learning aligned with strategic priorities. Why Join Us? Strategic Influence: Play a key role in shaping L&D strategy, ensuring learning meeting individual and business needs, supports strategic priorities and meets compliance requirements. Innovative Environment: Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Be part of our effort to drive positive change and promote learning culture, using cutting-edge tools and leveraging the latest design thinking to enhance our learning offering. Leadership Role: Work directly with senior stakeholders to achieve strategic and operational goals. Professional Growth: Coach and support the team and represent BDO at external events. You'll be responsible for: Leading the day-to-day operations of the L&D function, collaborating with the Head of Professional Qualification, Head of Talent & Leadership and other people teams to ensure our learning offering is cohesive and aligned with strategic objectives. Developing and maintaining L&D curriculums (firmwide and stream-wide), informed by the learning needs analysis, including core technical learning, skill learning, milestone programmes and ad hoc programmes. Managing priorities to ensure delivery of agreed curriculums on time and to expected quality standards. Balance people, quality and growth aims as appropriate. Supporting with regulatory compliance including developing responses to formal and informal queries and directly engaging with the firm’s regulators where needed. Ongoing engagement with central teams and the individual streams to identify emerging L&D needs and develop effective responses (at either the firmwide or stream-wide level). Maintaining quality assurances procedures for learning and development across BDO, to ensure learning meets the needs of the learner, support BDO commercial aims and meets expected quality standards. Overseeing the operation of systems, controls and processes across the learning cycle, proactively assess and manage risks, and drive continuous improvement as part of the firm’s System of Quality Management. Establishing metrics to measure learning effectiveness and managing risk, monitoring these regulatory and reporting to those charged with governance as appropriate, to support effective operations and achievement of strategic outcomes. Handling budgeting and ongoing financial management, providing clear justification for deviations from budget and actively managing commercial risks. Bringing innovation, tools and the latest design thinking into our learning offering. Providing insight into the latest thinking and best practice across L&D, making recommendations to the Director of L&D around L&D strategy and supporting operational transformation / efficiency across the function. Advocating L&D activities and promoting a strong learning culture. Role modelling BDO Values and representing BDO at networking and other business events, ensuring a clear learning narrative in the marketplace, contributing the learning discussion, and influencing the future landscape. Initial role responsibilities will be focused on leading delivery of the Audit required learning curriculum. Over time, the remit of this role will evolve, informed by the detailed learning needs analysis, and it is expected to broaden to include both firmwide and other stream (Tax, Deals, Consulting, Risk and Outsourcing) learning. The exact timing and nature of these wider activities has yet to be determined. The responsibilities outlined however are applicable to both the immediate role and any future evolution. The knowledge, skills and experience are consistent. You'll be someone who with: Experience as a Senior Manager, preferably with a Learning & Development background. Strong understanding of Audit and the regulatory environment (particularly important given the immediate focus of the role). Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders and suppliers. Proven ability to influence and drive forward strategic projects. Strong project management skills and ability to prioritise. Critical thinking and pragmatic problem-solving skills. Commercial mindset with a focus on operational excellence. Commitment to quality and excellence in delivery. Strong leadership skills, including an ability to coach, develop and inspire people to reach their potential. Professionalism and gravitas to represent the firm among senior leaders (both internally and externally) Collaborative mindset and alignment with BDO Values. Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills. Understanding of business strategy and goals. An Audit background would be beneficial but is not essential. You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect are one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

An outstanding opportunity for an experienced Transaction Tax professional to lead and develop a dedicated service line within a growing advisory firm. Backed by strong deal flow, established relationships and significant investment, this role offers genuine leadership and long-term growth potential. \n Your new company \n If you're looking for the platform to build something of your own without the risks... \n \n \n \n \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a technically strong and commercially minded finance leader to join a large, multi-site international group headquartered in Birmingham. \n \n The business is experiencing continued growth and transformation, making this an exciting time to join. This role offers the opportunity to shape reporting standards, strengthen the group's planning capability and make a meaningful impact on its long-term strategic direction. \n \n Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, the Head of Reporting and FP&A will take ownership of group financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting. \n \n This is a highly visible position with regular exposure to all Group Board members. You will lead a capable team of four and work closely with senior operational and functional leaders across the organisation. \n \n Your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Owning the monthly financial close and delivering accurate, insightful consolidated management reporting.\n, • Leading the annual group audit and preparation of the consolidated statutory accounts.\n, • Taking ownership of technical accounting matters, including FRS 102 compliance, acquisitions, disposals, impairment reviews and complex accounting judgements.\n, • Managing relationships with external auditors, tax advisers and other key stakeholders.\n, • Leading the group budgeting and forecasting processes.\n, • Producing scenario analysis, sensitivity modelling and forward-looking insight to support executive decision-making.\n, • Identifying emerging risks, opportunities and performance trends.\n, • Developing meaningful KPIs that improve transparency, accountability and performance across the group.\n, • Partnering with operational and functional leaders to improve commercial decision-making.\n, • Supporting capital investment appraisals and monitoring expenditure against budget.\n, • Contributing to acquisitions, restructurings, growth initiatives and other strategic projects.\n, • Driving improvements in financial controls, governance, reporting processes and wider finance transformation.\n, • Leading, developing and mentoring the reporting team, creating a collaborative and high-performing culture.\n\n \n Ideally, you will \n \n Be a qualified accountant, ideally ACA or ACCA, with strong technical accounting and financial reporting experience gained within a large or complex organisation. \n You will have a strong understanding of FRS 102 and proven experience leading complex external audits. Exposure to consolidated group reporting, budgeting and forecasting is essential. \n The successful candidate will combine technical credibility with genuine commercial awareness. You should be comfortable operating at board level, influencing senior stakeholders and translating complex financial information into clear and practical recommendations. \n \n You will also be able to demonstrate: \n\n • Experience leading and developing a high-performing finance team.\n, • The ability to improve processes and support a business through change.\n, • Strong analytical, modelling and problem-solving capabilities.\n, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.\n, • High levels of integrity, professionalism and sound judgement.\n, • The ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational delivery.\n\n This is a rare opportunity to join a substantial international group at an important stage of its development. The role offers significant board exposure, a broad remit and the opportunity to shape both financial reporting and strategic planning across the organisation.

An outstanding opportunity for an experienced Transaction Tax professional to lead and develop a dedicated service line within a growing advisory firm. Backed by strong deal flow, established relationships and significant investment, this role offers genuine leadership and long-term growth potential. \n Your new company \n If you're looking for the platform to build something of your own without the risks of starting from scratch, this could be the opportunity. Joining a respected advisory firm with an established client base and strong transaction activity, you'll have the support and resources to create and grow a dedicated Transaction Tax practice. \n The firm has a strong reputation across Tax, Corporate Finance and Advisory services, working with entrepreneurial businesses, family-owned companies, private equity-backed organisations, and international groups. With an established Corporate Finance team and a healthy pipeline of M&A activity, the foundations are already in place for continued success. \n Your new role \n As Head of Transaction Tax, you will lead the development of a dedicated Transaction Tax offering, advising clients on acquisitions, disposals, restructurings, and shareholder transactions. Working closely with Corporate Finance colleagues and other professional advisers, you'll support clients throughout the deal lifecycle while helping to grow the firm's Transaction Tax capability, build key client relationships, and develop a specialist team. \n What you'll need to succeed \n\n • UK Transaction Tax experience.\n, • Strong buy-side and sell-side tax due diligence expertise.\n, • Experience advising owner-managed businesses and shareholders.\n, • A proven track record in business development and client relationship management.\n, • CTA, ACA or equivalent professional qualification.\n\n What you'll get in return \n\n • Opportunity to build and lead a dedicated Transaction Tax practice.\n, • Access to an established client base and strong deal flow.\n, • Support from an ambitious and entrepreneurial leadership team.\n, • Genuine Partner opportunity - either from day one or in the short term\n, • Flexible working arrangements.\n, • Competitive remuneration package.\n, • Opportunity to become a recognised Transaction Tax leader within the Midlands market.\n\n What you need to do now \n If you're an ambitious Transaction Tax professional looking for a leadership opportunity with significant growth potential, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion about this opportunity. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company \n A leading, nationally recognised professional services firm is seeking an experienced VAT Director to join its growing Indirect Tax team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and ambitious tax practice that advises a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses, corporate groups, property developers, not-for-profit organisations and international clients. The firm is committed to investing in its people, promoting flexible working and providing a clear pathway for progression. Drawing on responsibilities commonly seen in senior VAT leadership roles across the market, the position offers a blend of technical advisory work, team leadership and business development. \n Your new role \n As VAT Director, you will play a key leadership role within the VAT practice, taking responsibility for a varied portfolio of clients and delivering high-quality advisory and compliance services. \n Your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Leading complex VAT advisory projects across a range of sectors, including property, construction, governance, risk and compliance.\n, • Acting as a trusted adviser to clients, providing clear, pragmatic and commercially focused VAT advice.\n, • Managing a portfolio of clients and ensuring the timely delivery of all VAT-related assignments.\n, • Working closely with colleagues across tax, audit, corporate finance and other service lines to deliver joined-up solutions.\n, • Leading client meetings, contributing to technical discussions and communicating complex VAT matters in a straightforward manner.\n, • Identifying VAT risks, opportunities and efficiencies through the analysis of financial and operational data.\n, • Delegating and reviewing work across the team, ensuring excellent client service and technical accuracy.\n, • Developing and mentoring team members, supporting their technical and professional growth.\n, • Producing technical updates, articles and client communications on VAT developments.\n, • Building and maintaining strong client relationships while identifying opportunities for additional work.\n, • Supporting business development activities through networking, market engagement and proposal preparation.\n\n What you'll need to succeed \n To be successful in this role, you will ideally have: \n\n • Significant VAT advisory experience gained within a professional services, consultancy or HMRC environment.\n, • Experience operating at Associate Director, Director or Senior Manager level with responsibility for managing a client portfolio.\n, • Strong technical VAT knowledge across a range of sectors.\n, • A proven ability to lead projects, manage multiple priorities and deliver work to demanding deadlines.\n, • Strong people management and leadership skills, with experience coaching and developing teams.\n, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to lead client discussions and present technical advice clearly.\n, • Commercial awareness and a track record of contributing to business development and revenue growth.\n, • A professional tax or accountancy qualification such as CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent would be advantageous.\n\n What you'll get in return \n\n • An opportunity to join a growing and highly respected tax practice.\n, • Exposure to a broad range of technically challenging VAT advisory work.\n, • A supportive and collaborative culture with genuine autonomy.\n, • Clear career progression opportunities.\n, • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.\n, • Ongoing investment in professional development and leadership capability.\n, • The chance to build your market profile and make a significant impact within a growing team.\n\n What you need to do now \n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. \n If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Associate Director - Private Client Tax \n \n Location: Birmingham, Manchester or Nottingham 2dpw \n \n About the Opportunity \n An established and growing private client tax practice is seeking an experienced Associate Director to join its Midlands team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong and commercially minded tax professional to work with a diverse portfolio of entrepreneurs, business owners, high-net-worth individuals and family offices. \n The team is known for its collaborative culture, high-quality advisory work and commitment to professional development. You will play a key role in delivering complex tax advice, developing client relationships and supporting the growth of the practice. \n \n The Role \n As an Associate Director, you will lead the delivery of bespoke tax solutions to a broad range of private clients, helping them navigate complex tax matters and achieve their personal and commercial objectives. \n You will work closely with business owners, shareholders and senior stakeholders, providing strategic advice across a range of private client tax issues. Alongside managing client relationships, you will contribute to the development of junior team members and support wider business development initiatives. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Manage a portfolio of private clients, acting as a trusted adviser and primary point of contact.\n, • Provide strategic advice on personal tax planning, shareholder matters, business succession and transaction-related tax issues.\n, • Identify opportunities to deepen client relationships and expand service offerings.\n, • Lead the successful delivery of advisory projects from initial scoping through to implementation.\n, • Work closely with colleagues across corporate tax, transaction services, legal and wealth advisory teams to provide integrated advice.\n, • Support business development activities, including networking, proposal preparation and identifying new opportunities.\n, • Mentor, coach and develop members of the wider team, fostering a positive and collaborative culture.\n, • Oversee project profitability, budgeting, billing and work-in-progress management.\n, • Maintain a strong understanding of market developments and legislative changes affecting private clients.\n\n About You \n You will be an experienced private client tax professional with strong technical expertise and a proven ability to develop long-term client relationships. \n \n Qualifications \n\n • CTA, ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent professional qualification.\n, • Strong technical grounding in UK personal tax and private client advisory work.\n\n Experience \n\n • Extensive experience advising high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses and shareholders.\n, • Strong knowledge of succession planning, capital gains tax, inheritance tax and shareholder tax planning.\n, • Experience advising clients in connection with corporate transactions, exits and reorganisations.\n, • Demonstrated ability to manage complex advisory projects and multiple stakeholder groups.\n, • Proven track record of winning and developing client relationships and generating advisory opportunities.\n, • Strong commercial awareness and the confidence to engage with business owners and senior decision-makers.\n, • Experience leading, mentoring and developing high-performing teams.\n\n What You'll Bring \n\n • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.\n, • A proactive and entrepreneurial approach to business development.\n, • The ability to balance technical excellence with practical, client-focused solutions.\n, • Strong leadership skills and a commitment to developing those around you.\n, • Energy, drive and enthusiasm for delivering exceptional client outcomes.\n\n Why Join? \n\n • Exposure to complex and high-value advisory work.\n, • Opportunity to work with a prestigious client base.\n, • Clear progression opportunities within a growing team.\n, • Supportive and collaborative culture.\n, • Flexible and hybrid working environment.\n, • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.\n\n This role would suit an ambitious private client tax specialist looking to take on a senior leadership position within a highly respected and growing advisory practice. \n Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. \n Please note that your personal information will be treated in accordance with our .

We are partnered with a mid-tier firm of Chartered Accountants & Business Advisors in their search for a Senior Manager/Associate Director to join the Private Client team in the Midlands. The team acts for a wide range of entrepreneurs, family offices, private equity and hedge fund principals, large landed-estates, high-profile professional partnerships and senior executives of large listed and private businesses. \n The services delivered include tax return compliance services, transaction and reorganisation advice, optimisation of wealth from a tax perspective, and estate and succession tax advice. The client base is a mix of UK and non-UK domiciled individuals and the international network results in regional teams undertaking a high proportion of cross-border tax services. \n\n • Management of the successful delivery of technically complex and demanding consulting projects, ensuring technical excellence and a practical / business-driven approach taken\n, • Build and maintain relationships with clients\n, • Build networks and relationships internally and externally for the team to leverage from\n, • Help people to develop through effectively supervising, coaching, and mentoring staff\n, • Contribute to people initiatives, including retaining and training international tax professionals\n, • Significant involvement in the management of the team both in terms of strategy and operations and through managing junior staff development and assignments.\n\n You will hold a rich background in providing private client services to a range of wealthy professionals and will have a background in a branded advisory business. Client-driven, strategically and commercially aware, you will combine strong technical tax skills with the ability to forge deep client relationships and develop quality outputs for clients. \n What you need to do now \n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. \n If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company \n Join a highly successful Top10 firm of accountants and business service providers, the winners of several prestigious awards and experiencing dramatic growth. As a Corporate Tax Compliance Senior Manager/Director based in their Midlands region, you can lead your own team and achieve more success together. Be more than just another team member as you help and support your team and the firm continue with their success and growth. \n Your new role \n In this role, you will be overseeing a portfolio of exciting and very key corporate clients, supporting them with the compliance processes, and building strong relationships, while supporting Tax Partners in delivering high-end services to both existing and new clients. This is a great opportunity to be involved in tax due diligence work and corporate transactions work. Be involved in appraisals, coaching, and supporting development of employees and build an even more successful team. \n What you'll need to succeed \n The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of tax compliance, and the ability to carry out research into some complex areas of legislation as required. The firm is ideally looking for someone CTA/ACA qualified, or qualified by experience, who can demonstrate strong knowledge of corporate or mixed tax. You will be able to lead and support a team and achieve great things with them. \n What you'll get in return \n The firm has a number of incentive schemes to make use from, while also offering a very competitive salary, and life assurance for all employees. Valuing the importance of a healthy work-life balance and the time spent with family, make use of the flexible working opportunities along with hybrid working options. Make use of the learning and development opportunities and study support to further your knowledge and enjoy the genuine progression options. \n What you need to do now \n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. \n 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. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

VAT Manager – Solihull \n Solihull | Full-Time | Hybrid & Flexible Working | Competitive Salary + Benefits \n Keywords: VAT Manager, VAT Senior Manager, VAT Advisory, VAT Consultant, Indirect Tax, VAT Specialist, Land & Property VAT, M&A VAT, Corporate Finance, HMRC, CTA, VAT, Accountancy Practice, Solihull, Birmingham \n We're recruiting a VAT Manager for a growing accountancy practice in Solihull. \n This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced VAT professional looking for a technically interesting, advisory-focused role with strong client exposure and clear progression towards Senior Manager. \n You'll work closely with the VAT Director on complex advisory projects while helping to develop the firm's growing VAT service line. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead complex VAT advisory projects across a varied client portfolio\n, • Advise on land and property VAT, M&A and corporate finance transactions\n, • Provide technical VAT advice to clients and internal teams\n, • Research and resolve complex VAT and indirect tax issues\n, • Build and maintain strong client relationships\n, • Identify business development and VAT advisory opportunities\n, • Work with Directors and Partners on proposals and new business\n, • Support the growth and development of the VAT team\n, • Contribute to webinars, seminars and professional events\n, • Develop your technical expertise and professional profile\n\n About You \n\n • Proven experience in UK VAT, ideally within an accountancy or professional services practice\n, • Strong technical knowledge of VAT legislation and advisory matters\n, • Experience with VAT advisory projects\n, • Commercially aware with strong analytical and problem-solving skills\n, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills\n, • Confident dealing with clients and senior stakeholders\n, • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills\n, • Able to work independently and as part of a wider team\n, • Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant tax software\n, • CTA qualification advantageous but not essential\n, • Ambitious and keen to progress towards VAT Senior Manager\n\n What's on Offer \n\n • Hybrid and flexible working\n, • Competitive salary and benefits\n, • Complex and varied VAT advisory work\n, • Strong client-facing opportunities\n, • Exposure to M&A, property and corporate finance\n, • Fast-track progression towards Senior Manager\n, • Opportunities to present at industry events\n, • Supportive and collaborative team environment\n\n Location \n Solihull, West Midlands \n Commutable from Birmingham, Warwick, Coventry, Sutton Coldfield, Shirley, Knowle, Bromsgrove and surrounding areas. \n Apply today for a confidential discussion with Jack Wood on or .

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Senior Tax Adviser to launch and lead a newly established tax and accountancy division within a growing professional services group. This is a genuine build-from-scratch opportunity, offering significant autonomy, leadership responsibility and the chance to shape the future direction of the business. \n \n Client Details \n Our client is a successful and rapidly growing financial services group with an established reputation for advising high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, business owners and prominent professionals. Having built a strong wealth management offering, the business is now investing in the creation of a dedicated tax and accountancy division to provide a fully integrated service to its client base. \n The existing client network includes a number of high-net-worth and high-profile individuals, creating a rare opportunity for an experienced tax professional to build a practice with immediate access to high-quality work and referral opportunities.This position offers the chance to move beyond traditional tax advisory work and become a key leader within an ambitious business, directly influencing growth strategy, service offerings and future recruitment plans. \n \n \n Description \n\n • Establish and lead a new tax and accountancy division.\n, • Deliver private client tax advisory and compliance services to high-net-worth individuals, business owners and entrepreneurial clients.\n, • Advise clients on a broad range of personal tax matters including income tax, capital gains tax and inheritance tax planning.\n, • Support owner-managed businesses with their tax and accountancy requirements.\n, • Develop strong client relationships and act as a trusted adviser to high-net-worth and high-profile individuals.\n, • Build a sustainable portfolio of clients through referrals and business development activity.\n, • Work closely with wealth advisers to deliver integrated planning solutions.\n, • Develop operational processes, procedures and service offerings for the division.\n, • Ensure regulatory and professional compliance requirements are met.\n, • Identify opportunities to expand services across the existing client base.\n, • Recruit, mentor and manage future team members as the practice grows.\n, • Contribute to the strategic direction and long-term growth of the business.\n\n \n Profile \n\n • CTA, ACCA, ACA and/or equivalent qualified.\n, • Significant post-qualified experience within private client tax.\n, • Strong technical knowledge across UK personal taxation.\n, • Experience advising high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs and owner-managed businesses.\n, • Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver commercially focused advice.\n, • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate autonomously.\n, • Comfortable building new service lines and developing business opportunities.\n, • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.\n, • Experience within a leadership, managerial or senior advisory role.\n, • Exposure to sports, media, entertainment or high-profile clients would be advantageous.\n, • UK/US cross-border tax experience would be highly desirable but is not essential.\n, • Ambitious and motivated by the opportunity to build something with genuine long-term value.\n\n \n Job Offer \n\n • Salary £\n, • Performance-related bonus structure\n, • Equity participation opportunities linked to growth milestones\n, • Remote Role with Travel\n, • Immediate access to an established referral pipeline\n, • Opportunity to build and lead an entire division\n, • Direct exposure to high-net-worth and high-profile clients\n, • Significant autonomy and decision-making responsibility\n, • Clear pathway to Director and leadership-level influence\n, • Opportunity to recruit and build your own team\n\n

Senior Private Client Solicitor Location: Birmingham / Hybrid Salary: £60,000 to £65,000 per annum plus bonus of c£4500 About the Firm A well-established, award-winning, Lexcel accredited, Legal 500 listed law firm, established over 90 years ago, with offices throughout the West Midlands. The firm have steadily grown over the years, through several acquisitions and their continued investment in technology, as well as staff training and development ensures they remain a modern, forward-thinking employer, able to offer fabulous career prospects and development plans. The firm offer a very supportive, friendly, and professionally rewarding work environment, underpinned by enhanced family friendly policies and commitment to all staff’s wellbeing. They do not have an “excessive hours culture” found in many larger firms doing similar quality work. They are very committed to giving employees a good work-life balance, allowing them to thrive at work. What you'll be doing: Running your own caseload of the full spectrum of private client matters. Liaising with clients, providing advice and guidance around wills, trusts, probate, estate administration, tax planning and all aspects of private client workSuitable candidates will have: Qualified qualified status with around 5+ years' PQE Experience in all aspects of private client work A focus on delivering excellent client service Friendly and approachable demeanour, with an ability to build relationships at all levels across the firmThis is a full time permanent job offered with home working 2 days per week following a probation / training period. Reduced hours will also be considered for suitably experienced candidates. Benefits include: 24 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays Additional paid leave over the Christmas shut down period (usually 2 days) Option to purchase up to 3 days' additional holiday Pension Scheme Life Assurance of 4x salary Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Free flu jabs Season Ticket Loans Discounted will writing and conveyancingNote: Salary stated is given as a guideline in line with market rate and will be wholly commensurate with experience. The information given above is correct to the best of our knowledge For more information, please contact Tracey at Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment About Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment is a family-run, boutique recruitment agency specialising in legal professional and legal support jobs throughout Coventry and Warwickshire, Birmingham and the Midlands. We offer a tailored service, to find the right role and the right cultural fit for our candidates, and rest assured we will never forward your CV to any firm without first gaining your consent. About Your Consultant Tracey is the Owner and Managing Director of Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment, where her focus is on offering a prestigious, consultative, open, and honest service – the way she believes recruitment should be! Tracey’s passion for recruitment in the legal sector goes back over thirty years, and today it’s stronger than ever. Tracey prides herself on her personalised approach to recruiting and will be on hand to guide you through every stage of the process from initial application through to job offer. You know your career is in great hands with Tracey’s experience and expertise. Know anyone who might be interested? We offer generous bonuses up to £500 for successful referrals. Conditions apply - contact us or view our website for details

Financial Accountant \n Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm UK Time \n Company: Bathroom E-commerce and Distribution Company \n About Bathroom Bubbles Ltd \n Established in 2008, Bathroom Bubbles Ltd is a rapidly expanding specialist wholesaler and distributor of premium bathroom products. Operating dynamically across the omnichannel space, we supply high-quality goods to e-commerce platforms, plumbers' merchants, bathroom showrooms, and retail networks. \n We are a fast-moving, high-growth company filled with motivated, ambitious, and supportive individuals who possess a true "can-do" attitude. We believe in creating clear pathways to success for our team members and providing a great work environment. If you are driven, passionate about efficiency, and want to make a lasting impact, we want you on our team. \n Role Purpose \n Provide strategic financial leadership and manage day-to-day finance operations across our Business-to-Business (B2B) channels and online marketplaces. This role oversees high-volume transactional data, multi-currency accounting, inventory landed costs, and HMRC tax compliance. \n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Revenue and Gateway Reconciliation: Perform daily reconciliations of payouts, platform fees, refunds, and chargebacks across Shopify, Amazon (UK/EU), eBay, Stripe, PayPal etc. against multi-currency bank accounts.\n, • Tax Compliance and Reporting: Prepare and submit UK VAT returns under Making Tax Digital (MTD) rules. Manage Postponed VAT Accounting (PVA), duty deferment accounts, customs charges, and reporting for cross-border transactions.\n, • Inventory and COGS Accounting: Calculate accurate landed costs (factoring in freight, customs duty, and port fees) across multi-location 3PL warehouses. Track inventory movements, write-downs, and monthly COGS calculations.\n, • Channel Profitability Analysis: Produce monthly channel-by-channel P&L statements (UK vs. EU vs. Rest of World). Analyse gross margins, return rates, marketplace commission structures, and ad spend efficiency.\n, • Systems and Integration Management: Audit and maintain automated data syncs between sales channels, middleware (e.g., A2X, Link My Books), and core accounting platforms (Xero, QuickBooks, NetSuite).\n, • Financial Controls and Operational Governance: Enforce internal control policies, establish robust refund approval procedures, and manage granular cash flow reporting.\n, • Logistics and Supplier Accounts: Oversee supplier invoice settlements, audit price discrepancies, and manage claims filings with logistics partners for lost or damaged goods.\n, • Executive Support: Assist the Managing Director and Finance Director with budgeting, forecasting, end-of-year accounts, and management report packs.\n\n Required Qualifications and Experience: \n\n • Professional Certification: ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualified/part-qualified (or AAT Level 4 with extensive relevant e-commerce experience).\n, • Sector Experience: 4+ years in general accounting, with a minimum of 1 – 2 years focused on UK e-commerce, B2B, or multi-channel marketplaces.\n, • Tax and Customs Knowledge: Proven expertise in UK VAT regulations, MTD compliance, PVA import rules, and cross-border tax frameworks.\n, • Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Xero, QuickBooks Online, Brightpearl, or NetSuite, alongside Shopify Admin, Amazon Seller Central, and e-commerce connectors (A2X).\n, • Data Analysis: Advanced Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets skills (XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, foreign exchange gain / loss accounting, and manipulation of large CSV transactional data sets).\n, • Soft Skills: Strong commercial awareness, high attention to detail, time management, and the flexibility to champion finance functions within a collaborative small team.\n\n Location: Tipton, UK. \n The role is a hybrid role with expectations of travel to the HQ. The hybrid role will be discussed in the interview.

Senior VAT Manager | Growing Firm | Bristol or Birmingham | £51,000 to £78,000 | Hybrid Working \n Are you ready to take the next step in your Tax Accounting career? If you're an experienced VAT professional who wants to shape, influence, and expand a highly regarded VAT service line, this role offers you genuine career progression, flexibility, and the chance to work with a variety of ambitious clients. \n What’s in it for you? \n\n • Competitive salary ranging from £51,000 to £78,000 per year (depending on role level and experience)\n, • 25+ days holiday plus bank holidays and additional office closure time over Christmas\n, • Contributory pension scheme and life assurance\n, • Health cashback plan providing practical support\n, • Access to over 4,000 discounts and perks\n, • Active social committees and regular events\n, • Inclusive, collaborative culture supporting both career progression and work-life balance\n, • A clear pathway to Director, with mentoring and real business development opportunities\n\n The Role \n Working exclusively in VAT advisory, you’ll partner with corporates, international businesses, educational institutions, charities, and public sector organisations. You will tackle technically complex projects such as property VAT, partial exemption, cross-border VAT, M&A transactions, and HMRC negotiations. As a Senior VAT Manager, you’ll also develop your specialisms, contribute to key sector groups, and help shape the growth of the VAT service line alongside the VAT Partner and tax leadership team. \n\n • Advise UK and international clients on VAT and indirect tax implications of international trade\n, • Provide specialist advice to education and public sector clients on VAT liability and partial exemption\n, • Analyse VAT aspects of residential and commercial property transactions\n, • Manage a diverse portfolio of client relationships and expectations\n, • Scope project proposals, monitor budgets and oversee billing\n, • Communicate VAT developments internally and externally, including via articles, webinars, and social media\n, • Identify and pursue business development opportunities, becoming actively involved in key sector groups such as Manufacturing, Education, and Real Estate\n, • Mentor and support junior team members\n\n What we're looking for: \n\n • Extensive VAT experience gained in either accountancy practice or HMRC\n, • Strong track record in managing diverse VAT client portfolios and growing fee revenues\n, • CTA qualification is ideal but not essential\n, • Exposure to Customs Duty considerations is beneficial\n, • Evidence of leading successful business development activities\n, • People management experience\n, • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills\n, • A collaborative approach and desire to contribute to business success\n\n What's on Offer? \n\n • Based in Bristol with opportunities for hybrid and flexible working\n, • 25+ days holiday plus bank holidays\n, • Extra time off at Christmas (office closure between Christmas and New Year)\n, • Contributory pension scheme\n, • Life assurance\n, • Health cashback plan\n, • 4,000+ discounts and perks\n, • Active social committees and regular events\n, • A culture of supporting personal and professional development\n\n If you’re looking to advance your Tax career with real influence and long-term prospects, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. We welcome applications from both experienced Senior VAT Managers and ambitious VAT Managers ready for their next challenge. For an exploratory conversation, please contact Anna Honey at CKB Recruitment.

A highly respected and complex organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Tax to lead its tax function through an exciting period of growth, diversification and strategic development. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will act as the organisation's tax expert, influencing senior stakeholders and ensuring tax strategy supports long-term organisational objectives. \n Client Details \n Our client is a large, multi-faceted organisation with a diverse portfolio of activities across the UK and internationally. With ambitious long-term growth plans and increasing operational complexity, the organisation is investing in its finance leadership capability and is seeking a strategic tax leader who can drive value, manage risk and support future expansion \n Description \n\n • Develop and implement a comprehensive tax strategy aligned to long-term organisational objectives.\n, • Take ownership of all direct, indirect and employment tax matters across the organisation and its subsidiaries.\n, • Provide strategic tax input on major UK and international projects, acquisitions, commercial initiatives and new business activities.\n, • Lead tax planning initiatives to optimise tax efficiency whilst maintaining full compliance with legislation and regulatory requirements.\n, • Act as the primary point of contact with HMRC and overseas tax authorities, managing audits, enquiries and ongoing relationships.\n, • Advise executive leadership on tax risk, opportunity and the impact of legislative change.\n, • Oversee all tax reporting and compliance obligations, including corporate tax, VAT and international filings.\n\n Profile \n A successful Head of Tax should have: \n\n • Professionally qualified tax specialist, ideally CTA qualified, or possessing equivalent experience.\n, • Significant experience providing tax advice within a large, complex organisation or professional practice environment.\n, • Strong technical expertise across indirect tax, with broader exposure to corporate and employment taxes.\n, • Experience working with senior leadership teams and influencing strategic decision-making.\n, • Proven ability to manage relationships with HMRC and external advisers.\n, • Strong leadership credentials with experience developing teams and driving continuous improvement.\n, • Commercially minded with excellent problem-solving, communication and stakeholder management skills.\n\n Job Offer \n\n • Salary ranging from £80,000 to £90,000, dependent on the level of experience. market leading benefits\n, • Opportunities to shape tax strategy\n, • Based in Birmingham, with Hybrid Working\n\n If you're interested in this role, apply now. \n People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

A highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants in Solihull is looking to strengthen its tax team with the appointment of a Corporate Tax Senior Manager, offering flexible working, a strong company pension, and much more. This role would suit an experienced Corporate Tax professional who is ready to take the next step into a senior, client-facing position. You will manage a varied portfolio of corporate clients, ranging from owner-managed businesses to larger corporate groups, providing both compliance oversight and high-level advisory support. \n Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be leading the search on the firm's behalf. The firm places real emphasis on technical excellence, mentoring, and long-term career progression, making this an ideal move for someone looking to build towards Director level within one of the region's leading names in accountancy and tax. \n What is the day-to-day of the role: \n\n • Manage a diverse portfolio of corporate tax clients, overseeing compliance and advisory work\n, • Deliver tax planning advice on restructuring, M&A, and group reorganisations\n, • Review corporation tax computations prepared by junior team members\n, • Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact\n, • Support the development and mentoring of junior staff within the tax team\n\n Required Skills and Qualifications: \n\n • CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience\n, • Proven background in corporate tax at Senior Manager or Manager level\n, • Previous experience working within a UK Practice environment\n, • Strong technical knowledge of UK corporate tax legislation\n, • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to manage client relationships confidently\n\n Benefits: \n\n • Flexible working arrangements\n, • Strong company pension\n, • Genuine progression towards Director level\n, • Healthy work-life balance and flexibility\n\n You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we'd love to hear from you. \n Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. \n Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Your new company \n An award-winning leading Accountancy Firm is looking for an M&A Tax Director based in Birmingham. This Firm operates across the UK, Nordics and USA with around 100 offices in the UK alone. They have seen dramatic growth in recent years, bringing them into the Top 10 UK Firms and are looking to invest in this growth with the appointment of a new M&A Tax Director. \n Your new role \n As the Mergers & Acquisitions Director within this Firm's Midlands Tax Team, you will work closely with clients and the Firm's Corporate Finance team to consult on transactions from both a buy and sell perspective. Advising clients in the SME market on due diligence, share transactions, modelling and structuring, you will lead, manage, and coach other members of the team. \n What you'll need to succeed \n The successful M&A Tax Director will have extensive experience in an M&A Corporate Tax role with ACA or CTA qualification. This Firm is looking for an M&A Director who will lead from the front as well as collaborating with peers but keeping a dynamic approach to clients' solutions. \n What you'll get in return \n This is a forward-thinking, progressive team that provides an exciting opportunity for a talented M&A Tax Director to become involved in a diverse client base. This Firm is offering an excellent remuneration package and benefits along with an agile working environment. They offer ongoing coaching and training to maximise your skills and experience. \n What you need to do now \n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. \n 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. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company \n Senior Manager/Director required by Big Four Accountancy Firm in Birmingham for their Mergers and Acquisitions Corporate Tax Team. Due to my client's diverse client base, you will have the opportunity to expand your Mergers and Acquisitions skills as you will be working with multinational companies, large international private equity houses and emerging capital providers. \n Your new role \n As the Mergers and Acquisitions Corporate Tax Senior Manager/Director, you will be responsible for due diligence services, tax structuring, input into SPAs and financing documents, post-acquisition implementation and reorganisations, and ongoing advice to corporates and individuals. Within this Firm you will have the opportunity to manage a portfolio of high-profile merger and Acquisitions projects, you will be working with shareholders and management teams in the UK and internationally on the structuring of their personal investments and advising on tax technical and commercial issues. In addition, the Senior Tax Manager will participate in client business development activities, pulling on your marketing skills and provide training and coaching to junior staff members. \n What you'll need to succeed \n The successful Mergers and Acquisitions Corporate Tax Senior Manager/Director will be ACA/ACCA/CA/CTA qualified and have experience in Mergers and Acquisitions tax requirements and of providing corporate tax advisory to UK or international corporate clients. \n What you'll get in return \n Working on high calibre London clients and international transactions from a Birmingham base, you will be advising across the most interesting areas of tax and working with some of the largest PE houses. This firm offers a lot of flexibility, including home working and flexible working hours. \n What you need to do now \n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. \n 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. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Ready to step into a senior leadership role with a firm that has ambitious growth plans? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing Private Client Tax team and play a key role in shaping its future. \n Your new company \n A highly regarded accountancy and business advisory firm with a strong UK presence and international reach. Working with entrepreneurs, family offices, trustees and high-net-worth individuals, the firm offers a collaborative culture, excellent career progression, and a modern Birmingham city centre office. \n Your new role \n You'll lead a portfolio of private client tax advisory work, build and develop client relationships, drive new business opportunities, and work closely with Partners on strategic projects. You'll also mentor junior team members and contribute to the continued growth of the practice. \n What you'll need to succeed \n\n • CTA and/or ACA qualified (or equivalent experience)\n, • Strong private client tax advisory experience\n, • Proven client relationship and project management skills\n, • Commercial mindset with business development experience\n, • Passion for developing and mentoring others\n\n What you'll get in return \n\n • Hybrid and flexible working\n, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off\n, • Life assurance\n, • Ongoing career progression and Partner-led development and support for future partner promotion\n, • Direct entry partnership may be considered for the right candidate\n\n Apply Now \n If you're looking for a senior private client tax role where you can genuinely influence growth and make an impact, we'd love to hear from you. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company \n An exciting opportunity has arisen with a leading international professional services firm that advises a diverse client base ranging from large multinational organisations to fast-growing mid-market businesses. The firm is continuing to invest in its Indirect Tax and Trade offering and is seeking an experienced Customs Manager or Senior Manager to help deliver and drive further growth across the Midlands market. This is a highly visible role within a collaborative and ambitious team that works on complex cross-border trade and customs matters. \n Your new role \n As a Customs Manager / Senior Manager, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality customs and international trade advisory services to a varied portfolio of clients. \n Key responsibilities will include: \n\n • Advising clients on customs duty, import/export processes, customs compliance and wider international trade matters.\n, • Supporting businesses with customs strategy, risk management and operational improvements.\n, • Managing and developing client relationships, acting as a trusted adviser on complex customs issues.\n, • Identifying opportunities to provide additional advisory services and supporting business development initiatives.\n, • Leading and mentoring junior team members, helping to develop technical capability within the team.\n, • Working closely with colleagues across tax, advisory and assurance functions to provide integrated solutions for clients.\n, • Taking ownership of project delivery, ensuring work is completed to a high technical standard and within agreed time-frames.\n\n What you'll need to succeed \n To be successful in this role, you will ideally have: \n\n • Significant experience in Customs Duty and International Trade advisory.\n, • Experience gained within a professional services, consulting or in-house trade environment.\n, • Strong technical knowledge of UK customs legislation and international trade regulations.\n, • A proven track record of managing client relationships and delivering practical, commercial advice.\n, • Excellent project management and stakeholder management skills.\n, • The ability to identify business development opportunities and contribute to practice growth.\n, • Strong leadership skills with experience coaching and developing junior colleagues.\n, • Relevant professional qualifications would be advantageous, although applicants with strong practical customs expertise are also encouraged to apply.\n\n What you'll get in return \n In return, you'll join a forward-thinking organisation that offers: \n\n • A genuine opportunity to influence and grow a developing customs and trade offering.\n, • Exposure to high-profile clients and complex international advisory projects.\n, • A collaborative and supportive culture with strong investment in career development.\n, • Clear progression opportunities to Director level and beyond.\n, • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.\n, • A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.\n\n What you need to do now \n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. \n If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

About the Business \n A fantastic opportunity to join a fast-growing, acquisitive professional services business based in Solihull as a Financial Controller, paying £75,000 – £82,000 per annum. Leading the Management Accounts team, you’ll take real ownership of financial reporting across a range of products and services, working closely with a supportive Finance Director in a business that continues to scale quickly through acquisition. \n Main Duties: \n As a Financial Controller, your main duties include: \n\n • Leading, coaching and developing a team of Finance Managers and Assistant Management Accountants, building capability and supporting succession planning\n, • Owning the month-end and year-end close process, setting the reporting timetable and coordinating deliverables across the team\n, • Reviewing monthly management accounts across multiple product lines and business units, ensuring accuracy, completeness and on-time delivery\n, • Partnering with the FP&A team on monthly variance analysis against budget and prior periods, proactively investigating and resolving issues with department heads\n, • Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations prepared by the team, ensuring risks and issues are identified and cleared down\n, • Documenting and continuously improving accounting processes, procedures and controls\n, • Supporting the integration of newly acquired businesses into group reporting and finance processes\n, • Contributing to statutory and financial accounting activity, including supporting the year-end external audit\n, • Assisting with corporation tax submissions and R&D tax credit claims\n, • Supporting budgeting, forecasting and ad-hoc financial analysis alongside the FP&A team\n, • Championing the effective use of finance systems, including driving ERP and process improvements and the adoption of AI within the team\n\n Location / Office / Culture \n The role is hybrid, based at the company’s head office in Solihull, with the flexibility to work from home part of the week. This is a rapidly expanding, forward-thinking business that genuinely invests in its people and champions agile working. \n What We Are Looking For \n The ideal candidate will have: \n\n • ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified accountant — essential\n, • Proven experience managing, developing and motivating a finance team — essential\n, • Previous experience in a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or senior Management Accounts role\n, • Strong Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems\n, • Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders\n, • Experience working with acquisitions is beneficial but not essential\n\n Why Join the Business \n\n • Private healthcare\n, • Excellent manager and genuine progression opportunities\n, • Join a growing, acquisitive business on a strong growth trajectory\n, • Permanent role with real influence over reporting and controls\n, • Supportive, forward-thinking culture that invests in its people\n\n About Us \n We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly. \n Ref: DT77600

About this opportunity \n We are looking for an ambitious individual to join out Internal Audit team in our new Birmingham office and play a pivotal role in shaping its success. \n This opportunity is open to both experienced Internal Audit Managers and ambitious Assistant Managers who are ready to take the next step in their career, with support and development to progress into a Manager role in the near future. \n This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our West Midlands expansion. You will be joining a business that consistently demonstrates year-on-year growth and regularly wins audit clients from the Big 4 and Top 10. \n As we grow, our people-first culture remains central. We’re committed to being a responsible business, supporting healthy people, communities, and the environment. \n From day one, you’ll be trusted, empowered, and supported to reach your full potential through diverse, challenging work with interesting clients, and structured development – all within a collaborative, friendly, and high-performing environment. \n Working with a broad portfolio of organisations, you will be looking beyond the core internal audit essentials and will be providing your clients with advice and sector best practice that will really help them deliver on their objectives. \n This role is ideal for an experienced Internal Audit professional who is looking to take the next step in their career. You'll be encouraged to share ideas, play a key role in our growing audit team, and further develop your leadership, management and business development skills. \n Your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Leading, planning and delivering a broad range of public sector and corporate internal audit engagements, reporting directly to our local Internal Audit Director\n, • Helping to develop our internal audit team, including coaching and mentoring staff to become accomplished risk and control specialists and business advisors, and playing a part in recruitment to further expand the team\n, • Monitoring budgets and agreeing fees\n, • Managing client relationships and expectations, building strong relationships with your clients and ensuring that a quality service is delivered\n, • Contributing to business development activities in the sectors in which you operate\n\n What we are looking for \n To be considered for the role, you will have: \n\n • CIA/ACA Qualification (or equivalent)\n, • Experience of managing a broad portfolio of audit clients across some or all of the public sector, wider not-for-profit and corporate sectors\n, • The ambition to be a great people manager who enjoys developing and coaching their team\n, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills that enable you to build rapport with people at all levels\n, • Strong organisational skills, enthusiasm, with a systematic approach and the ability to work to deadlines\n, • A willingness to travel as required\n, • A collaborative, team-focused mindset\n, • Experience at Manager level, or as an Assistant Manager with the ambition to progress\n\n Why join us \n We are an award-winning certified Great Place to Work provider of Audit, Accountancy, Tax and Advisory services in the South West and West Midlands. With a turnover of £48m, we saw growth of almost 15% over the last 12 months. We are also currently ranked fifth in the Accountancy Age Mid-Tier Power Index and are the largest provider of audit services to multi-academy trusts in the academy sector. \n From owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and large businesses; to entrepreneurs and private individuals; we offer full services across a diverse range of sectors. \n With 9 offices, over 50 partners, and over 500 people, we have the capability and capacity to meet our clients’ needs. From owner-managed businesses to large businesses we have the full-service expertise to advise our clients. \n We are also a correspondent firm of Kreston Global, a global network of accounting firms in more than 100 countries. \n We also offer a multifaceted benefits package, which includes: \n\n • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays\n, • Extra time off at Christmas - in addition to your annual leave entitlement, we close between Christmas and New Year\n, • A contributory Pension scheme\n, • Life assurance\n, • Simply Health cashback plan including access to 24/7 online GP service and counselling services\n, • Perkbox discounts and rewards platform with over 4,000 perks and discounts\n, • Social events with active social committees that plan internal and external events\n, • Numerous opportunities for development\n\n Please contact Grace Harris, Talent Acquisition Advisor if you would like to discuss this opportunity further. \n We welcome applicants seeking flexible working arrangements, including part-time working or working from home, to support responsibilities such as caring commitments, further study, or interests outside of work. \n We are committed to welcoming new people into an inclusive working environment, where everyone has equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We support a culture where people are valued and treated with respect, and where differences are understood and celebrated. \n The more varied our workforce, the broader the expertise within our business. The broader our expertise, the greater our chances of innovation and success. That's why we're committed to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion at every level. \n As part of our recruitment process and commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment, we conduct background checks on all successful applicants. These checks will include verification of references, confirmation of right to work in the UK, and, where applicable, a standard or enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Further details will be provided during the recruitment process. \n We do not currently offer visa sponsorship. To be eligible for this role, applicants must have the unrestricted right to live and work in the UK. \n For agencies: Please note that we do not accept unsolicited CVs. Submissions will only be reviewed where a role has been briefed by our Talent Acquisition team.

\n Location: Birmingham, Bristol & Other locations \n Location: Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle upon Tyne, Reading \n Capability: Audit \n Experience Level: Director \n Type: Full Time \n Business Area: Technology \n Contract type: Permanent Director, Business Solution & Service Design\n \n • Grade:A\n, • Capability:Audit\n, • Contract Type:Permanent\n, • Sub-Team:Solutioning (Product Lifecycle)\n, • Experience Level:Director\n, • Location:Canary Wharf or UK-wide\n Job Summary\n KPMG Audit Technology is building a world-class product organisation. We are looking for a visionary, business-outcome-focused leader to establish and run our newBusiness Solution & Service Designfunction. This is a critical team that will ensure we build a cohesive, user-centric, and rationalised product portfolio, transforming our technology landscape from a collection of fragmented, siloed applications into a service-oriented ecosystem designed around value streams. \n The Director, Business Solution & Service Design is the senior Product counterpart to the technical architecture team within Engineering. This role is responsible for shaping and leading strategic business initiatives through a business capability, value stream, and user-experience lens. While highly technically literate, this role isdecisively business-outcome focused. You will act as the primary bridge, ensuring that business capabilities, operational workflows, and logical data needs are clearly defined, mapped, and translated into logical blueprints that Engineering's technical architects can seamlessly execute. \n The ideal candidate will champion robust service design principles, drive application rationalisation based on business utility, and ensure our product roadmap is optimised to deliver seamless end-to-end user journeys. Professional Services experience, and preferably knowledge of Audit within the Big 4, is essential. Key Responsibilities\n \n • Develop and Own the Business Architecture:Create, maintain, and champion the firm's enterprise-wide Business Capability Map and Value Stream Maps, providing a shared taxonomy and framework for discussing product and operational needs.\n, • Design Conceptual Service Blueprints:For major strategic initiatives, design the high-level, end-to-end service blueprints illustrating how users, business processes, logical data flows, and capabilities come together to deliver desired business outcomes.\n, • Lead Business Application Rationalisation:Drive the strategic business evaluation of our application portfolio to identify functional redundancies, assess business utility, and define the business transition roadmap for consolidating apps into streamlined, service-oriented clusters.\n, • Translate Business Journeys to Integration Needs:Partner closely with Enterprise and Solution Architects to define integration requirements from a business utility perspective (e.g., mapping logical data exchange needs between systems) to support seamless, cross-platform user experiences.\n, • Govern Business Solution Alignment:Establish and lead a lightweight business design review process to ensure new product initiatives align with the overall business capability map, preventing the creation of new functional silos.\n, • Act as a Strategic Advisor:Serve as a senior advisor to business leaders and product directors, helping them understand the "art of the possible" and proposing technology-enabled business solutions to complex operational challenges.\n, • Influence Technical and Product Roadmaps:Provide critical business-architecture guidance to product and technology roadmapping, ensuring engineering efforts are directly tied to future-state business capabilities.\n, • Represent Business Needs for Data & AI Utility:Define functional data needs, business events, and user-facing AI use cases to support the design of connected data architectures by technical teams.\n, • Team Leadership:Lead and mentor a team of business integration analysts, business architects, and UI/UX/Service designers.\n Desired Attributes\n \n, • A Systems Thinker:You are naturally able to see the big picture and understand how the different parts of a complex system interconnect.\n, • A Pragmatic Visionary:You can paint a compelling picture of the future state while also understanding the practical steps and trade-offs required to get there.\n, • An Expert Facilitator & Influencer:You excel at bringing diverse groups of people together, facilitating productive debate, and driving towards a shared solution.\n, • A Master of Simplification: You have a passion for untangling complexity and creating simple, elegant models that bring clarity to everyone.\n, • A Strategic Thinker:Strategic mindset, with a focus on long-term business outcomes and value creation.\n, • A Collaborative Leader:Collaborative approach, able to build strong working relationships across business and engineering teams.\n, • A Quality- and Outcome-Focused Designer:Design orientation, with attention to detail and a commitment to quality standards.\n, • A Problem-Solver:Proactive, innovative, and adaptable to change.\n Required Skills & Experience\n \n, • Senior Leadership experience in roles such as Business Architecture, Technical Product Management, Service Design, or Business Transformation Strategy.\n, • Proven experience creating and utilising business architecture artifacts, including business capability maps, value stream maps, and customer journey blueprints.\n, • Deep experience in large-scale enterprise environments, preferably in professional services, ideally in Big 4 Audit.\n, • Demonstrated success leading business-side application portfolio rationalisation or functional consolidation initiatives in complex, regulated environments.\n, • High Technical Literacy:Extensive familiarity with modern architectural concepts (API-first, microservices, cloud platforms, AI integrations) and the ability to converse fluently with Enterprise and Solution Architects without needing to write physical system designs or write code.\n, • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to distill complex operational workflows into clean, compelling narratives for executive stakeholders.\n, • Strong collaborative leadership skills, with a proven track record of building consensus and operational trust with engineering counterparts.\n \n Audit is the largest of our UK practices. Some of the world’s biggest companies rely on us to provide independent insight, challenge and expertise, so the work we undertake affects investment decisions, inspires confidence in public sector expenditure and supports our economic growth. Today, more than ever in disruptive times, audit is a function needed by society, and in the future, so we can capitalise, and grow. As part of the Audit team, you’ll be helping to build the confidence and trust that business and society need to thrive.We want to lead the conversation when it comes to shaping the future of the profession. And given the scale and variety of our audit engagements in both the UK and globally, we are well placed to create change.If you share our commitment to achieving excellence and working to the highest audit standards, are a natural collaborator who values different perspectives and relishes the opportunity to develop and progress - then KPMG could be the place where you can thrive. \n With offices across the UK, we are part of a global network of firms providing Audit, Tax & Law, Consulting, and Technology Services to diverse clients. \n They provide us with a strong sense of identity, ensuring we can grow stronger. They bind us together, across our different backgrounds and cultures, and are common to each of us. Explore more about why Our Values matter. \n From role sharing and flexible start and finish times to home working, we'll try and support the flexible work patterns that best suit you. \n We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where all colleagues thrive and reach their full potential, whatever their identity or background. \n We're a member of the Business Disability Forum so please get in touch if you'd like to discuss any adjustments that you might need in the application process - and if you are successful beyond this. \n We're a recognised leader in the Government's scheme. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for all experienced professional opportunities. \n We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies - you can see our policy on agencies here: \n Similar vacancies you might be interested in \n Multiple locations \n Associate Director - Deal Execution - Integration & Separation \n Director - IVC , Global Solution Application Architect \n Lead Solution Architect - Finance & Commercial \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

\n Location: Birmingham, Bristol & Other locations \n Location: Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, London, Manchester \n Experience Level: Director \n Type: Full Time \n Business Area: Cyber \n Contract type: Permanent \n The role will be working in the UK Cyber Security practice within our Technology and Data service line in Advisory. Our clients across healthcare are facing increasing cyber threats, heightened regulatory expectations and growing pressure to demonstrate that cyber resilience protects services, data, operational continuity and patient safety. Our specialists provide independent, jargon-free advice and advanced technical capabilities to help clients proactively manage cyber and technology risks, strengthen resilience and unlock value from their information assets while protecting their organisations and the people they serve. \n We provide cyber security services to clients across three coverage groups: \n \n • Sectors\n, • Infrastructure, Government and Health\n \n This is a Director role to lead our go-to-market approach for cyber security services with a focus on healthcare, including NHS organisations, Arm’s Length Bodies, provider organisations, commissioners, regulators and private healthcare organisations. A key emphasis of the role will be on originating and leading the delivery of cyber security engagements, strengthening KPMG’s relationships across the healthcare market and contributing to the leadership of our cyber security business in Infrastructure, Government and Health. \n The Director role will be responsible for the following areas: \n \n • Work collaboratively with the leadership of the healthcare cyber security business, cyber security capability leads, Government and Health colleagues and our alliance partners to deliver the cyber security business plan for healthcare clients.\n, • Grow our current footprint to meet market demand and client issues, exploiting adjacencies across current engagements in cyber, digital transformation, cloud, data, AI, operational resilience, technology risk and managed services.\n, • Build relationships with other parts of the firm, including health advisory, technology transformation, cloud, data, AI, privacy, technology risk, operational improvement and major programme delivery, to bind offerings together around the needs of healthcare clients.\n, • Actively contribute to relationships with our strategic alliance partners to drive collaboration, sales opportunities and differentiated healthcare propositions.\n, • Lead and maintain our people capability by managing and developing the technical and sector skills of the team, growing our healthcare cyber capability and supporting recruitment of specialist resources.\n, • Originate and lead on sales opportunities across the healthcare market, including opportunities with national bodies, NHS organisations and private healthcare providers.\n, • Develop relationships internally and externally and build a high-quality pipeline of opportunities and/or sell engagements to healthcare clients.\n, • Lead the delivery of cyber security engagements, ensuring quality, pace, commercial discipline and alignment to the operational realities of healthcare.\n, • Define the people requirements, including skills, experience and market credibility, needed to strengthen our team of cyber security resources and lead the recruitment of these resources.\n \n Reporting to the Lead Cyber Security Partner for Health, the Director role involves: \n \n • Taking accountability for the delivery of healthcare cyber security engagements and leading multiple engagements on a day-to-day basis with the assistance of Senior Managers and Managers in the team.\n, • Being responsible for expanding our cyber security services in the healthcare sector, with a focus on propositions that respond to current market demand and the long-term direction of health and care digitisation.\n, • Providing leadership and collaborating with people across the coverage groups on cyber security services to deliver a clear and unified strategy for healthcare clients.\n, • Leading healthcare sales origination and business development initiatives and acting as an integral part of the broader Technology and Cyber Security leadership team.\n, • Contributing to the overall healthcare cyber security strategy by identifying opportunities for growth and developing the strategy to capitalise on cyber security risk, resilience and transformation opportunities in this sector.\n, • Building and managing excellent networks and client relationships, typically at CIO, CCIO, CNIO, COO, CISO, SIRO, Caldicott Guardian, Chief Digital Officer, Chief Information Officer, Chief Technology Officer, Director of Digital, Director of Strategy, Director of Operations and board level, across a range of healthcare organisations.\n, • Actively identifying and progressing healthcare business development opportunities, as well as managing sales activities such as responding to RFPs, bid management, proposal writing and client presentations.\n, • Developing internal networks and maintaining excellent relationships with colleagues across KPMG, particularly across cyber, digital health, transformation, cloud, data, AI, risk and public sector teams.\n, • Coaching and developing team members as part of our overall performance management process or on specific engagements, with a focus on building commercially confident, technically credible and sector-aware talent.\n, • Contributing to practice management, including training, knowledge management, thought leadership, propositions, market eminence and the development of reusable healthcare cyber assets.\n, • Travelling in the UK to regional offices and client sites, including healthcare clients where required; and travelling in the UK or internationally to support client delivery where required.\n, • Acting in line with KPMG’s values at all times.\n The person\n \n, • Experience of working in the healthcare sector, ideally including previous employment within healthcare, health technology, NHS, public sector health, private healthcare, or a closely related organisation.\n, • Experience of working at senior level as a cyber security subject matter expert, with the credibility to advise senior healthcare stakeholders on cyber risk, resilience, security operations, identity, threat management and technology risk.\n, • Experience and knowledge of the healthcare market, including the priorities, pressures and operating models of NHS organisations, national health bodies, provider organisations, commissioners, regulators and private healthcare providers.\n, • Strong existing relationships and market knowledge across healthcare, with the ability to identify and engage key stakeholders, understand buying dynamics and navigate complex health and care ecosystems.\n, • Commercially aware and with industry relationships that will enable achievement of significant annual revenue targets through origination, account development and high-quality delivery.\n, • Wide industry exposure with a depth of technical security knowledge and experience in cyber security, including cyber strategy, cyber risk management, security governance, cyber resilience, incident response, security operations, IAM and cyber threat management.\n, • Experience and knowledge of the regulatory, assurance and standards environment facing healthcare clients, including cyber security, privacy, information governance, clinical safety, data protection and operational resilience obligations relevant to health and care.\n, • Proven experience of successfully leading, managing and delivering cyber security and technology advisory, transformation and managed services to large and complex clients.\n, • Proven experience of delivering cyber security advice that connects technical risk to healthcare outcomes, operational continuity, patient safety, public trust and board-level accountability.\n, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical audiences, including executive teams, clinicians, operational leaders and boards.\n, • Extensive relevant sales experience, negotiation skills and project management capability, with a track record of converting relationships and market insight into secured work.\n, • Sound understanding of risk management in a professional services environment.\n, • A collaborative leadership style, with the ability to build multidisciplinary teams and bring together cyber, digital, data, cloud, AI, privacy and operational transformation expertise around client problems.\n Healthcare-specific differentiators\n The successful candidate should bring more than generic cyber leadership. They should understand how healthcare works, who matters in the market, how decisions are made, and why cyber risk must be framed through resilience, safety, trust and service continuity. \n They should be able to open senior healthcare conversations, spot where cyber risk intersects with digital transformation and operational performance, and build propositions that are credible to healthcare executives, clinicians, digital leaders and security teams. \n With offices across the UK, we are part of a global network of firms providing Audit, Tax & Law, Consulting, and Technology Services to diverse clients. \n They provide us with a strong sense of identity, ensuring we can grow stronger. They bind us together, across our different backgrounds and cultures, and are common to each of us. Explore more about why Our Values matter. \n From role sharing and flexible start and finish times to home working, we'll try and support the flexible work patterns that best suit you. \n We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where all colleagues thrive and reach their full potential, whatever their identity or background. \n We're a member of the Business Disability Forum so please get in touch if you'd like to discuss any adjustments that you might need in the application process - and if you are successful beyond this. \n We're a recognised leader in the Government's scheme. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for all experienced professional opportunities. \n We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies - you can see our policy on agencies here: Similar vacancies you might be interested in\n \n • Cyber Response and Recovery - Assistant Manager (Proactive)\n, • Assistant Manager - Cyber and Digital Health\n, • Cyber Response and Recovery - Assistant Manager (Reactive)\n, • Cyber Response & Recovery - Manager (Remediation focus)\n \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Birmingham, Bristol & Other locations \n Location: Birmingham, Bristol, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Reading \n Capability: Tax & Law \n Experience Level: Director \n Type: Full Time \n Business Area: Tax Managed Services \n Contract type: Permanent About the role\n As a Tax Director in the US Practice, you will manage a complex client portfolio, advise clients on their tax affairs and help build a growing US tax practice within a Big Four firm. \n You will combine technical leadership, client management, people leadership and business development. You will also develop trusted relationships with third parties, including trustees and wealth managers, and support the onboarding of clients who need tailored tax advice. Roles and responsibilities\n\n • Contribute to business development and the continued growth of the US tax practice, including relationships with professional intermediaries.\n, • Lead on tax advisory projects and the tax compliance process, maintain quality standards and manage risk while delivering excellent client service.\n, • Manage a complex client portfolio and provide clear, tailored advice on US and UK tax matters.\n, • Lead client engagement and onboarding, build long-term relationships and ensure internal and external deadlines are met.\n, • Manage, coach and develop team members across technical and professional skills.\n, • Delegate work effectively, review outputs and provide timely, constructive feedback.\n, • Collaborate with specialists across the firm on areas including estate and gift tax, inheritance tax and corporate tax.\n, • Lead scoping, quotations and final billing decisions, and support prompt payment and effective financial management.\nExperience and skills needed\n\n, • Experience managing complex client portfolios and delivering high-quality tax advice.\n, • Strong knowledge of US tax compliance, including reviewing and signing US tax returns.\n, • Working knowledge of relevant tax areas, such as CFCs, PFICs, estate and gift tax, inheritance tax and cross border interactions.\n, • Experience leading, coaching and developing colleagues while managing team priorities.\n, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex matters clearly.\n, • Commercial judgement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to identify client needs and develop tailored solutions.\nQualifications required\n\n, • Enrolled Agent (EA) and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification essential.\n, • Association of Taxation Technicians (ATT) and/or Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) qualification desirable.\n\n The issues surrounding tax and legal services are constantly evolving, both locally and globally. Which is why you'll find life at KPMG both intellectually stimulating and rewarding. There's also the scale and breadth of what we do – our services span specialisms such as Corporate and Indirect Tax; Expatriate and Private Client Personal Tax compliance and advice; and KPMG Law. \n With offices across the UK, we are part of a global network of firms providing Audit, Tax & Law, Consulting, and Technology Services to diverse clients. \n They provide us with a strong sense of identity, ensuring we can grow stronger. They bind us together, across our different backgrounds and cultures, and are common to each of us. Explore more about why Our Values matter. \n From role sharing and flexible start and finish times to home working, we'll try and support the flexible work patterns that best suit you. \n We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where all colleagues thrive and reach their full potential, whatever their identity or background. \n We're a member of the Business Disability Forum so please get in touch if you'd like to discuss any adjustments that you might need in the application process - and if you are successful beyond this. \n We're a recognised leader in the Government's scheme. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for all experienced professional opportunities. \n We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies - you can see our policy on agencies here: \n Similar vacancies you might be interested in \n Tax Manager - Japan Practice - Global Mobility Services #J-18808-Ljbffr

PRO-TAX RECRUITMENT LIMITED is sourcing a Corporate Tax Director for a Top 20 accountancy and advisory firm in Birmingham. The role focuses on transactions, deal-related advisory work and broader corporate tax projects, with hybrid working and strong client exposure. You'll collaborate with senior leadership to grow the Birmingham advisory offering, engage in client meetings, business development, and relationship-building to shape the firm's Midlands presence. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The leaders we appoint shape our organisation, our culture and the impact we deliver for the West Midlands. As our Executive Talent Acquisition Partner, you will lead the recruitment of Directors, Chief Officers, Executive Directors and other critical senior appointments. You will combine executive search expertise, market intelligence and credible stakeholder advice to help WMCA make informed, inclusive and evidence-based leadership appointments. You will work closely with senior leaders, appointment panels and external partners, building high-quality executive talent pipelines and delivering a professional candidate experience throughout every campaign. You will also oversee executive search and recruitment suppliers, ensuring strong governance, service excellence and value for money. This is an opportunity to influence leadership capability across WMCA and support our ambition to create a values-driven, high-performing organisation where people can do their best work and belong. What you will be doing • Lead inclusive and compliant executive and senior leadership recruitment campaigns, from the initial brief and market positioning through to assessment and appointment., • Advise, influence and constructively challenge senior stakeholders and appointment panels, using evidence and market insight to support fair and informed decisions., • Build executive talent pipelines through market mapping, research, targeted sourcing and credible engagement with senior candidates across the public, private and third sectors., • Design robust, inclusive and evidence-based assessment and selection processes that provide a high-quality experience for candidates and stakeholders., • Manage executive search firms, recruitment agencies and the Managed Service Provider, monitoring service levels, expenditure, governance, performance risks and recruitment outcomes., • Use recruitment data, workforce information and executive market intelligence to improve campaign outcomes, diversity, succession planning, value for money and future leadership capability. What’s essential • Significant experience leading senior or executive-level recruitment campaigns., • Experience working with executive search firms, recruitment agencies and senior external suppliers., • A strong understanding of executive search methodologies and talent mapping techniques., • Experience advising, influencing and constructively challenging senior leaders and executive stakeholders on recruitment and appointment decisions., • Knowledge of recruitment governance, employment legislation and best-practice selection methods., • Experience developing and managing supplier performance frameworks and service level agreements., • Account management - enterprise level experience., • Experience delivering inclusive recruitment strategies., • Experience managing Managed Service Provider or recruitment supplier relationships, including monitoring service level agreements, expenditure, performance risks and recruitment outcomes., • Strong stakeholder management, influencing and relationship-building skills, with the ability to build credibility and challenge effectively at Chief Executive, Executive Director, Chief Officer, Board and Committee level., • Extensive knowledge and application of executive search methodologies, market mapping and executive talent identification techniques., • The ability to use labour market intelligence, executive talent insight and organisational workforce information to inform recruitment and succession-planning decisions., • Strong executive assessment and selection capability, including interviewing, candidate evaluation and evidence-based decision-making., • Strong analytical, reporting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data and market intelligence into actionable recommendations., • Proven project-management and campaign-delivery skills, with the ability to manage multiple senior appointments and complex recruitment processes simultaneously., • High levels of discretion, judgement, political awareness and confidentiality when managing sensitive recruitment activities and stakeholder relationships., • A degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience in Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Workforce Planning, Organisational Development, Business Management or a related discipline., • Evidence of continuous professional or personal development., • Professional training and development in recruitment practices. Location The location for this role is 16 Summer Lane, with two days a week spent in the office. Salary and benefits. We advertise salary ranges, with new appointments typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees. Requests for salaries above the maximum advertised range will not be considered. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: • Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK)., • Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributionscheme where you can build an additional pot of money alongside your pension with contributions exempt from Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs)., • 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days., • EV car benefit scheme, • Healthcare plans., • Discounted gym membership, will writing,andmortgage advice., • An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate., • 3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer., • Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology, • Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more. You can now also obtain a Costcomembership through the WMCA., • Boundlessunlocks unlimited entry to top-rated UK attractions and loads of extra benefits and discounts., • EyeCare Scheme,offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses. For more information, please visit the benefits page on our career site. Why join WMCA? WMCA is laser-focused on improving the West Midlands, bringing economic growth, jobs, homes, and better journeys to the region. We target local needs where it matters most, ensuring everyone has a job that pays well and has access to safe and affordable places they can call home. We put people and place at the heart of everything we do, working hand in hand with our partners to direct funding where it's needed most. What you do, really matters. Your expertise will help make a big difference, improving people's lives, every day. Our Values and Behaviours. Fostering an environment where people feel valued, included, supported, and proud to contribute to our region is important to us at the WMCA. Our behaviours are more than statements; they guide how we work, make decisions, and treat one another - they set the standards we hold ourselves to and the experience we want others to have. • Collaborative -We work as one organisation. Together we build trust, connection and shared purpose across teams, partners and residents to create the biggest impact for our region., • Driven -We are focused on outcomes. We perform at our best to unlock productivity and delivery, achieving the greatest regional impact., • Inclusive - We value difference. Creating an environment where people belong, and feel psychologically safe, so we can all thrive and shape a West Midlands built for everyone., • Innovative - We are courageous. We embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo to continuously improve and shape the future of the West Midlands. Creating an inclusive workplace. WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as the RACE Code Quality Mark, Armed Forces Covenant (Gold status) and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We’re a Disability Confident Employer with ‘Leader’ status, committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria. We are also proud to be a Ban the Box employer, which means we do not ask about criminal convictions at the initial application stage, and will only ask after an offer is made as part of our onboarding checks, which helps us remove barriers for people with past convictions and supporting fair opportunities for all. We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour, may be less likely to apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the requirements. However, we encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply. We value potential and encourage applicants to highlight their skills, including transferable ones, even if they don't fit the traditional "perfect candidate" mould. We gladly consider part-time, flexible, and job share arrangements, so please don't let these factors deter you from applying Right to Work in the UK Proof of Right to Work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Attached documents Executive Talent Acquisition Partner JD.docx #J-18808-Ljbffr

At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. The Financial Diligence team at EY-Parthenon has exciting opportunities. You'll work with a high-performing, integrated team which focuses on a variety of high-profile IPOs and transactions. You'll have a diverse range of stretching experiences which will give you continuous learning and development opportunities as well as a great sense of achievement. At EY-Parthenon, our unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions, tax and corporate finance delivers real-world value - solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Benefiting from EY's full spectrum of services, we've reimagined strategic consulting to work in a world of increasing complexity. With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, boards, private equity and governments every step of the way. Our core work is due diligence, assessing a target company's finances and business projections, identifying opportunities, risks, sensitivities and potential mitigations, and reporting on these to our clients, their banks, investors and other parties. You will be working alongside experienced due diligence professionals, where you will continue to develop your skills to perform due diligence in a range of situations and sectors. There is the opportunity for travel, both within the UK and potentially internationally. When working on projects you will almost always be working as part of a wider cross service line team. In your role as an Assistant Director, you will have responsibility for understanding the key business drivers, co-developing our approach with the client, agreeing value measurements with the client, providing value to the client through insights, factual conclusions and advice. You will project manage teams and work closely with all members as well as forming strong internal links within Financial Diligence and other departments in EY both in the UK and internationally to form multi-disciplinary teams. You will gather, verify and assess information to formulate views as well as plan, prepare and review deliverables in various forms including written reports, presentations and discussions with the client. In addition, you will: • Plan and monitor the progress of the team, • Share your technical and other knowledge with your team and the department, • Build on and develop internal and external networks through personal contacts, • Understand the capabilities of the firm and look for opportunities to sell additional services to our clients, • Play a role in business plan initiatives (e.g. key accounts, recruitment, client service framework), • Being a true business advisor to the client and establish yourself as a key client contact, • Take responsibility for own learning and development, provide coaching / support to others, and participate in upward feedback, • Be able to gather, verify and analyse information to formulate views / conclusions, • Demonstrable experience in planning, preparing and reviewing deliverables in various forms including written reports, presentations and discussions with the client, • Offer a support culture to junior members of the team, assisting their development, • Business Development experience, • Have an ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification, • Strong commercial experience and/or relevant industry or transaction experience (including financial due diligence experience), • A passion to provide high quality service to your clients, • Have strong commercial experience and/or relevant industry or transaction experience (including financial due diligence experience), • Be an excellent communicator, both oral and written, • Have project management skills, • Be an effective time manager, able to keep calm when under pressure to meet deadlines, • Be a team player with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels, • Have counselling skills, though not essential What's most important is that you're dedicated to working with your colleagues as part of a high-performing team. You'll need to thrive in picking up new skills as you go, so natural curiosity, a lot of questions and the confidence to speak up when you see something that could be improved are essential. If you've got the right combination of technical knowledge and communication skills, this role is for you. We will fuel your ambition and potential with future-focused skills development that equips you with state-of-the-art methodologies and technology-enabled solutions. With more than 25,000 people in 150 countries, you will join an inclusive and empowering culture that values your uniqueness, prioritizes your wellbeing, and immerses you in the diverse thinking and cross-cultural experiences necessary to help deliver impact to clients across the globe and to help build a better working world. Learn more about careers at EY-Parthenon. To help create the best experience during the recruitment process, please describe any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need. EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. #J-18808-Ljbffr

An outstanding opportunity for an experienced Transaction Tax professional to lead and develop a dedicated service line within a growing advisory firm. Backed by strong deal flow, established relationships and significant investment, this role offers genuine leadership and long-term growth potential. Your new company If you're looking for the platform to build something of your own without the risks of starting from scratch, this could be the opportunity. Joining a respected advisory firm with an established client base and strong transaction activity, you'll have the support and resources to create and grow a dedicated Transaction Tax practice. The firm has a strong reputation across Tax, Corporate Finance and Advisory services, working with entrepreneurial businesses, family-owned companies, private equity-backed organisations, and international groups. With an established Corporate Finance team and a healthy pipeline of M&A activity, the foundations are already in place for continued success. Your new role As Head of Transaction Tax, you will lead the development of a dedicated Transaction Tax offering, advising clients on acquisitions, disposals, restructurings, and shareholder transactions. Working closely with Corporate Finance colleagues and other professional advisers, you'll support clients throughout the deal lifecycle while helping to grow the firm's Transaction Tax capability, build key client relationships, and develop a specialist team. What you'll need to succeed UK Transaction Tax experience. Strong buy-side and sell-side tax due diligence expertise. Experience advising owner-managed businesses and shareholders. A proven track record in business development and client relationship management. CTA, ACA or equivalent professional qualification. What you'll get in return Opportunity to build and lead a dedicated Transaction Tax practice. Access to an established client base and strong deal flow. Support from an ambitious and entrepreneurial leadership team. Genuine Partner opportunity - either from day one or in the short term Flexible working arrangements. Competitive remuneration package. Opportunity to become a recognised Transaction Tax leader within the Midlands market. What you need to do now If you're an ambitious Transaction Tax professional looking for a leadership opportunity with significant growth potential, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion about this opportunity. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Ready to step into a senior leadership role with a firm that has ambitious growth plans? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing Private Client Tax team and play a key role in shaping its future. Your new company A highly regarded accountancy and business advisory firm with a strong UK presence and international reach. Working with entrepreneurs, family offices, trustees and high-net-worth individuals, the firm offers a collaborative culture, excellent career progression, and a modern Birmingham city centre office. Your new role You'll lead a portfolio of private client tax advisory work, build and develop client relationships, drive new business opportunities, and work closely with Partners on strategic projects. You'll also mentor junior team members and contribute to the continued growth of the practice. What you'll need to succeed CTA and/or ACA qualified (or equivalent experience) Strong private client tax advisory experience Proven client relationship and project management skills Commercial mindset with business development experience Passion for developing and mentoring others What you'll get in return Hybrid and flexible working 25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off Life assurance Ongoing career progression and Partner-led development and support for future partner promotion Direct entry partnership may be considered for the right candidate Apply Now If you're looking for a senior private client tax role where you can genuinely influence growth and make an impact, we'd love to hear from you. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

My client is recruiting for experienced Private Client Solicitors, Legal Executives or Paralegals to join their team on a fully remote basis. My clients award-winning firm stands apart from other practices; they are incredibly entrepreneurial, creative and offer great flexibility to their staff. They have a family friendly feel throughout the practice, they invest heavily in their staff and due to continued growth; they can offer strong prospects. They have acquired several businesses over recent years which have enabled them to become one of the UKs largest probate providers. Due to this unparalleled growth, they are able to provide a fast-track route for fee-earners to become Salaried Directors within three years, just by hitting your target in 3 non consecutive years. Their approach to business and their clients has put them ahead of competitors. They have core values that define who they are, how they operate and the services they offer. Their success is down to their people and the strong relationship they have built with their clients. The team Due to expansion they are recruiting for an experienced and highly skilled Private Client Lawyer to join the department. Everyone works in a cohesive environment but with the autonomy to run and develop their caseload and build client relationships. Many lawyers within the team are STEP members but everyone shares their expertise, knowledge and experience to support one another. The role You will take on an already existing case load of varied Private Client work which will consist of Wills, Probate, Administration of Estates, LPA’s, Inheritance Tax Planning and Trusts. There is plenty of opportunity to grow and develop the work and you will be encouraged and given the independence to build relationships with other departments and external referrers. You will also be given the option to be actively involved with supporting and mentoring junior members of the department. Salary and Benefits • Fully remote working • Bonus scheme • Opportunity for quarterly and annual salary increases through our employee incentive scheme • Company pension scheme • Death in service benefit • Exclusive employee discounts • SMART health program • Significant career progression opportunities, including STEP certification and potential advancement to Director level Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful

Auxilia Group Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Epicor ERP Financials Consultant on behalf of our client. This is a permanent (hybrid) opportunity based in West Midlands. Occasional travel to client sites across Ireland and the UK will be required. This is an opportunity for someone who knows Epicor Financials inside and out, enjoys solving problems and helping organisations scale and get more from their Epicor investment. This is a hands-on consulting role where no two projects are the same. One day you could be working with a Finance Director to redesign a financial process. The next, you could be configuring Epicor, solving a complex functional issue, supporting a go-live or identifying an opportunity to automate a process. You'll become a trusted advisor to clients, helping them understand what's possible with Epicor and more importantly, how to make it work for their business. Key Areas of Expertise That Will Set You Apart Epicor Kinetic, Epicor BAQs, Business Process Management (BPM), Epicor dashboards, Epicor integrations and APIs, Financial reporting and analytics, Multi-company environments, Manufacturing or distribution businesses, ERP transformation programmes, International finance environments, Accounting or finance qualifications. You don't need to tick every box. What matters most is that you have strong Epicor Financials knowledge, a practical approach to consultancy and a genuine desire to help businesses work smarter, faster and more efficiently. Responsibilities You'll take ownership of the functional side of Epicor ERP, working across projects, implementations and ongoing optimisation. • Lead the functional delivery of Epicor ERP Financials across implementation and improvement projects., • Work closely with client stakeholders, you'll analyse business requirements, design and configure Epicor solutions, resolve complex functional challenges and identify opportunities to streamline, automate and improve business processes., • Support core financial processes including: General Ledger; Accounts Payable; Accounts Receivable; Fixed Assets; Cash Management; VAT / Tax; Budgeting; Financial Reporting; Multi-company and multi-currency., • Support ERP implementations, upgrades, testing, data migration and go-live activities., • Support integrations between Epicor and third-party solutions and work alongside technical consultants and developers on integrations and system enhancements., • Produce process documentation, functional specifications and training materials., • Provide training, guidance and knowledge transfer to clients teams., • Act as a trusted Epicor advisor to clients and internal stakeholders., • Keep up to date with new Epicor functionality and identify where it can add value. Requirements • Strong hands-on experience with Epicor ERP Financials., • A solid understanding of accounting and finance processes., • Experience configuring ERP financial modules., • A track record of delivering ERP implementations, upgrades or optimisation projects., • Strong requirements-gathering and business analysis skills., • Experience translating business requirements into practical ERP solutions., • A good understanding of financial controls, reconciliations and month-end processes., • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities., • Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills., • The confidence to work directly with senior finance and business stakeholders. On behalf of our clients, we actively seek talent from diverse backgrounds whilst adhering to a fair and unbiased best recruitment selection process. Our recruitment practices are based on skills, qualifications and experience, providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We encourage individuals of different ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientation, religions, age groups, disabilities, and socioeconomic backgrounds to apply with us.

Your new company Senior Manager/Director required by Big Four Accountancy Firm in Birmingham for their Mergers and Acquisitions Corporate Tax Team. Due to my client's diverse client base, you will have the opportunity to expand your Mergers and Acquisitions skills as you will be working with multinational companies, large international private equity houses and emerging capital providers. Your new role As the Mergers and Acquisitions Corporate Tax Senior Manager/Director, you will be responsible for due diligence services, tax structuring, input into SPAs and financing documents, post-acquisition implementation and reorganisations, and ongoing advice to corporates and individuals. Within this Firm you will have the opportunity to manage a portfolio of high-profile merger and Acquisitions projects, you will be working with shareholders and management teams in the UK and internationally on the structuring of their personal investments and advising on tax technical and commercial issues. In addition, the Senior Tax Manager will participate in client business development activities, pulling on your marketing skills and provide training and coaching to junior staff members. What you'll need to succeed The successful Mergers and Acquisitions Corporate Tax Senior Manager/Director will be ACA/ACCA/CA/CTA qualified and have experience in Mergers and Acquisitions tax requirements and of providing corporate tax advisory to UK or international corporate clients. What you'll get in return Working on high calibre London clients and international transactions from a Birmingham base, you will be advising across the most interesting areas of tax and working with some of the largest PE houses. This firm offers a lot of flexibility, including home working and flexible working hours. 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Private Client Senior Associate / Legal Director, 5+ PQE Top 20 International Law Firm | £70,000–£105,000 + Bonus up to 20% | Hybrid & Flexible Working | Full or Part Time - Birmingham An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 5+ PQE to join a leading Top 20 international law firm as a Senior Associate or Legal Director. This is a genuine growth opportunity within a firm that is actively investing in and expanding its Private Client offering in the city. The team already has a strong and consistent pipeline of high-quality instructions, so there is no requirement to bring a following. The focus is on delivering excellent client service, developing the team and building a long-term career within a supportive and collaborative environment. You will join a friendly and highly experienced Private Wealth team, advising a broad range of high-net-worth individuals, families, business owners and entrepreneurs on complex and often high-value Private Client matters. The Role You will manage your own varied caseload while working closely with senior colleagues across the wider Private Wealth team. Your work will include: • Complex Wills, including trust provisions, • Estate planning and succession strategies, • Business succession planning, • Trust creation, administration and restructuring, • Probate and estate administration, • Inheritance Tax planning, • Lasting Powers of Attorney, • Wealth preservation for high-net-worth clients, • Advising business owners, entrepreneurs and high-net-worth families You will have a high level of autonomy over your work, with strong support and supervision available where required. There will also be opportunities to develop client relationships, contribute to the growth of the team and play an important role in the continued development of the firm's Private Client offering. Why Join? • £70,000–£105,000 salary, depending on experience, • Bonus potential of up to 20%, • Hybrid and flexible working, • Full-time or part-time options, • Established pipeline of high-quality work, • Strong existing client base, including high-net-worth individuals, • No requirement to bring a following, • Supportive and collaborative team culture, • Clear and structured progression opportunities, • Excellent work-life balance, • Opportunity to play a key role in shaping a growing office, • Genuine long-term career prospects within a leading international firm Benefits • 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays, • Wellbeing Day, • Holiday buy and sell scheme, • Enhanced sick pay, • Private Medical Insurance, • Healthcare Cash Plan, • Life Assurance, 4x salary, • Group Income Protection, • Pension contributions, up to 8%, • Professional subscriptions paid, including STEP and SRA, • Employee Benefits Hub, • Wellbeing App with GP access, mental health and lifestyle support, • Company laptop, iPhone and home-working equipment provided About You You will ideally be a Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 5+ PQE, with strong experience across a broad range of Private Client matters. You will be confident advising high-net-worth individuals and families and be looking for an opportunity where you can take ownership of your work while continuing to develop your career within a leading international practice. This could be particularly attractive to someone looking for a Senior Associate or Legal Director-level opportunity without the pressure of having to bring an existing following, while still having the opportunity to play a significant role in the growth of the team. If you are considering your next move and would like to find out more, please get in touch for a confidential discussion. Ellie Marshall ellie.marshall@oculuslegalgroup.com 07383 821952

Financial Due Diligence Senior Manager / Director Bristol / Birmingham Competitive Salary + Benefits About the Company W Talent Finance is a specialist recruitment partner dedicated to placing high-calibre accounting and finance professionals across both practice and commerce & industry markets worldwide. With a deep understanding of the finance landscape, we support clients ranging from leading professional services firms to established regional practices and multi-service professional groups, delivering tailored talent solutions that drive business performance. We are partnering with a leading professional services organisation with a strong reputation across the advisory and transaction services market. The organisation works with a diverse range of entrepreneurial, privately owned, private equity-backed, and corporate clients, providing high-quality advice across the full transaction lifecycle. With an established advisory platform and ambitious growth plans, the business offers an opportunity for an experienced transaction services professional to join a high-performing team and play a key role in the continued development of its Financial Due Diligence offering. The Role As a Financial Due Diligence Senior Manager / Director, you will play a senior role within the Deal Advisory team, leading Financial Due Diligence engagements for a diverse range of clients and transactions. You will work closely with corporate and private equity clients, management teams, investors, and other professional advisers, providing high-quality financial analysis and commercial insight to support key transaction decisions. The role will involve taking ownership of FDD assignments from planning through to completion, managing project teams, overseeing the quality of deliverables, and acting as a senior point of contact for clients. Alongside delivery, you will have the opportunity to contribute to business development, build relationships with existing and prospective clients, and support the continued growth of the firm's Transaction Services offering. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced FDD professional looking to take a senior position within a growing advisory practice, with genuine scope to influence the development of the team and service line. Key Responsibilities · Lead Financial Due Diligence assignments across a range of sectors and transaction types · Manage the end-to-end delivery of FDD engagements, from initial planning through to completion · Analyse historical and projected financial performance, including revenue, profitability, cash flow, working capital, and net debt · Identify key financial risks, opportunities, and commercial considerations arising from the analysis · Prepare and review high-quality FDD reports and transaction materials for clients and investors · Lead and develop project teams, providing coaching, technical guidance, and oversight · Manage relationships with clients, management teams, private equity investors, corporate acquirers, and other advisers · Work closely with Corporate Finance, Tax, Legal, and other professional advisers throughout transaction processes · Present findings and key conclusions clearly to senior client stakeholders and investment teams · Manage project budgets, timelines, and deliverables effectively · Support the identification and development of new business opportunities · Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients · Contribute to the continued development of the firm's Financial Due Diligence proposition and wider Deal Advisory offering · Mentor and develop more junior members of the team, supporting their technical and professional development About You · ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification · Significant Financial Due Diligence / Transaction Services experience gained within a Big 4 or strong mid-tier accountancy or advisory firm · Experience operating at Senior Manager or Director level, or ready to make that step · Strong technical understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and transaction-related financial analysis · Proven experience leading FDD assignments and managing teams · Strong understanding of transaction processes and the requirements of private equity and corporate investors · Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to identify and communicate key findings and risks · Strong client-facing and relationship management skills · Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to present findings to senior stakeholders · Proven ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholders effectively · Commercially minded with an interest in business development and building a strong network · A collaborative and supportive leadership style with a genuine interest in developing others What's on Offer · Competitive salary, depending on experience · Senior-level opportunity within an established Deal Advisory team · Exposure to a broad range of transactions, sectors, and clients · Opportunity to work with private equity, corporate, and entrepreneurial businesses · Clear scope to contribute to the continued growth of the Financial Due Diligence offering · Professional development and career progression opportunities · Comprehensive benefits package · Supportive, collaborative, and entrepreneurial working environment

Practice Manager – Construction Sector Fully remote (UK) | Occasional travel to the Midlands | Potential route to equity partnership We’re recruiting a Practice Manager for a specialist accountancy practice that works exclusively with construction clients. This is an opportunity for a commercially minded accountant who wants to lead a niche practice, grow its client base and work towards becoming an equity partner. You’ll manage an existing client portfolio and a team of four accountants: two based in the UK and two offshore. Alongside overseeing the team’s work, you’ll provide advisory and consultancy support to construction businesses, develop new relationships and build a strong pipeline of future clients. What you’ll be doing Lead, coach and mentor the accounting team Manage client relationships and oversee the existing portfolio Advise construction clients on accounting and commercial matters Generate new business and develop a consistent pipeline Help shape the practice’s growth and service offering What you’ll need FCCA or FCA qualification Extensive experience working with construction clients in an accountancy practice Strong, hands-on knowledge of the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) Experience managing accountants and developing client relationships A commercial approach and the confidence to win new business * Willingness to travel to the Midlands to meet clients when needed The role is fully remote, with occasional client meetings in the Midlands. For someone who delivers strong results and helps grow the practice, there is a potential route to equity partnership. If you’re an experienced practice leader who wants a meaningful stake in the firm you help build, apply with your CV for a confidential conversation. Keywords Practice Manager, Accountancy Practice Manager, Accounting Practice Manager, Senior Practice Manager, Practice Director, Associate Director, Director of Accounting, Partner Designate, Future Partner, Equity Partner, Construction Accountant, Construction Sector Accountant, Construction Practice Accountant, CIS Accountant, CIS Specialist, Construction Industry Scheme, subcontractor accounting, contractor accounting, construction tax, construction advisory, client portfolio management, accountancy practice, business development, practice growth, FCCA, FCA, fully qualified accountant, remote Practice Manager, remote accountancy practice role

EY in Birmingham invites a Director to join our International Corporate Tax Advisory (ICTA) team, advising leading multinationals on cross-border tax issues and M&A structures. The role offers flexible working and the chance to shape international tax strategies. You will lead high-profile advisory projects, develop client relationships, mentor teams, and work with global EY partners to deliver technically excellent, commercially focused outcomes in a dynamic market. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Financial Controller is a senior, controls-focused role sitting at the heart of the divisional finance function. Reporting to the Divisional Finance Director, you will own financial controlling fortheGroup’s Technologybusiness– delivering a clean, timely month-end close and a well-controlled balance sheet. You will alsooversee a global, functional P&L and have significant interaction with the Group Finance Team (also located in Birmingham). You will coordinate thelocally requiredstatutory, tax and VAT work through a Netherlands finance lead and an external Dutch accountancy firm. This is a controls-firstrole butwill also require supporting ad-hoc work initiatives, as well as some FP&A activities as required. • Own the month-end close and reporting timetable for bothDutchentities in Sage Intacct, including journals, accruals, prepaymentsand reconciliations.Be a key point of contact to the Group team regarding Prophix (FP&A tool) upload and reconciliation., • Maintain balance-sheet integrity through timely reconciliations, review, provisioning and a robust controls framework., • Prepare consolidation inputs and manage group-GAAP / IFRS alignment and intercompany balances., • Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivablewith a focus oncashbalances.Workcollaborativelywith theBirmingham Shared Servicesteam, ensuringappropriatecontrolsare inplaceoveralltransactions., • Coordinate the externally-prepared Dutch statutory accounts (Dutch GAAP) and KvK(DutchChamber ofCommerce)filing with the external accountancy firm., • Coordinate corporation tax (Vpb) and support transfer-pricing requirements with the external firm., • Own the statutory audit relationship and review locally-prepared VAT (BTW) and ICP(intracommunitytransactions)submissions., • Ensure the statutory calendar is met in full, supportingthe Netherlands finance lead., • Lead the production of month and year-end results for bothDutchentities, including management analysis highlighting variances, trends and impacts on the annual business plan and quarterly forecasts., • Prepare the budget, forecast, monthly variance analysis and management commentary, and produce board and management reporting packs., • Develop financial models and analysis to guide planning and decision-making, defining KPIs and dashboards that support data-driven decisions., • Partner with local Sales and operations, providing guidance to both finance and non-finance staff to enhance financial acumen across the business., • Line-manage accounting teamsinthe Netherlandsand UK, providing day-to-day guidance, development support and performance oversight., • Provide guidance on the use of financial systems, ensuring the integrity of the data held within them., • Champion the adoption of new financial processes and systems that enhance efficiency, accuracy and insight, acting as a change agent and fostering a culture of continuous improvement., • Drive close automation and support the transition of transactional processing into the Shared Services Centre., • Other ad-hoc tasks and reporting as required in line with the remit of the role., • Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ ACCA/ CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience in a financial control or similar role., • Proven financial controller experience, ideally across multiple or international entities., • Strong technical grounding in month-end close, balance-sheet control, consolidation and foreign-entity reporting., • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable business insights., • Exceptional relationship-building skills, with a proven ability to establish trust and credibility across all levels of an organisation., • Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders., • Proficiency in financial systems and tools, with a preference for candidates with experience in Sage Intacct or similar platforms, including close automation and controls., • Strong MS Excel skills., • Desirable(but notessential): SaaS /subscription based/recurring-revenue (ARR) experience, awareness of Dutch GAAP and Dutch tax/ VAT (not essential), and experience of shared-services or finance centralisation., • Positive can-do attitude and strong communicator, • Someone who enjoys collaboration with global teams Perks at ITG — alongside a competitive salary, here's what you can look forward to: • Time off that works for you — 25 days' holiday + bank holidays, a paid Wellbeing Day, flexible bank holidays to honour cultural or religious observances, and the option to buy or carry over up to 5 extra days., • Flexibility & lifestyle — Smart Working with up to 40% from home, and after 12 months, the option to work from abroad for up to 90 days a year., • Family & life milestones — Enhanced family friendly leave, 3 extra days for your wedding/honeymoon, and an Employee Assistance Programme whenever you need support., • Financial perks — Pension scheme, Corporate Medical Cash Plan, electric car salary sacrifice scheme, and tax-efficient payroll giving to your favourite charities., • Growth & recognition — Funding for professional qualifications, monthly Employee of the Month awards (£250 bonus), and referral bonuses of up to £1,500., • Community & wellbeing — Regular Wellbeing Workshops, 30+ Wellbeing Champions, a paid Volunteer Day, and an online perks platform with discounts on top brands, days out, and gym memberships. We champion and welcome diversity in our workforce and ensure all job applicants receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender or gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality. We are not only committed to increasing the visibility and recognition of talent from under-represented groups within our organisation, but the wider industry too. At the end of the day, we make sure we take time to look after ourselves, each other, and the planet, because we’re always stronger together. ITG have a number of community groups available to employees and exist to offer a safe space for like-minded colleagues, with shared interests to connect, socialise and check in with each other. #J-18808-Ljbffr

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. As an Associate Director in EY’s Forward Deployed Engineering team, you will support the design, development, and deployment of AI-driven, data-centric solutions within strategic client environments. This role blends strong technical expertise with emerging leadership capabilities to contribute to business impact through collaboration with client teams and internal stakeholders. • Client Engagement & Solution Support, • Collaborate with senior client stakeholders and technical teams to support AI and data strategy initiatives., • Assist in the full lifecycle of solution development—from problem definition, architecture design, prototyping, deployment, to scaling and adoption., • Help align client technology roadmaps with business objectives and emerging AI trends., • Forward Deployment & Engineering Execution, • Develop and implement AI and LLM-powered applications leveraging Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), autonomous agents, and orchestration frameworks., • Demonstrate proficiency in Python and agent frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, or AutoGen., • Rapidly develop functional prototypes and production-ready demos within project timelines., • Commercial & Growth Enablement, • Support identification and pursuit of technical expansion opportunities to accelerate account growth., • Contribute to proposal development, technical demos, and client engagements by articulating AI/ML capabilities and business value., • Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders., • Leadership & Team Collaboration, • Mentor and guide junior engineers and data scientists within cross-functional pods., • Foster a culture of innovation, agility, and continuous improvement., • Contribute to the refinement of EY’s Forward Deployed Engineering frameworks, best practices, and technical capabilities., • Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced client environments., • Strong hands‑on AI/ML engineering skills combined with emerging solution leadership capabilities., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills., • Commercial awareness focused on delivering measurable business outcomes., • Passion for AI, cloud‑native architectures, and emerging technologies., • 6+ years in software engineering, data engineering, or AI/ML solution delivery., • Proven experience delivering scalable AI/ML solutions in client‑facing or collaborative roles., • Solid expertise in machine learning, generative AI, NLP, computer vision, data platforms, and big data technologies., • Experience with cloud‑native development, microservices, container orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker)., • Proficiency with cloud platforms: Azure, AWS, GCP., • Familiarity with DevOps practices including CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible), monitoring, and logging., • Exposure to agentic architectures, multi‑agent orchestration, or cognitive harness patterns., • Consulting or technical delivery experience with enterprise clients., • Demonstrated ability to contribute to complex technical engagements and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams., • Knowledge of MLOps, LLMOps, AI governance, ethical AI frameworks, and model interpretability tools., • Industry‑specific expertise (financial services, healthcare, energy)., • Experience supporting sales, pursuits, or account growth initiatives. The compensation ranges below are provided in order to comply with United States pay transparency laws. Other geographies will follow their local salary guidelines, which may not be a direct conversion of published US salary ranges. At EY, we’ll develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more. • We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $156,400 to $301,000. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $187,600 to $342,000. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options., • Join us in our team‑led and leader‑enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40‑60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year., • Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well‑being. EY accepts applications for this position on an on‑going basis. For those living in California, please click here for additional information. EY focuses on high‑ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities. EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi‑disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Can you bring an outstanding combination of organisational skills, an ability to build strong personal relationships and experience with law, finance or tax in your current role to a role within our prestigious AMATS team? Are you a dynamic self-starter with a thirst to be part of a high performing team which values the contribution of all team members? If so, then we'd love to hear from you in connection with this exciting opportunity supporting our strong growth strategy as we adopt and embrace technology and other innovative practices in our existing business model ! Based in a flagship Regional office, this role comes with hybrid working practices. At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organisation, we are united through trust as one inclusive team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. In this wide and varied role your role and responsibilities will include: • Leading day to day delivery of broking placements – including client and insurer engagement, preparation of insurer submissions, drafting of client reports, project managing the underwriting process, and handling policy binding, • Supervise post transaction handling of invoicing and collating post-deal marketing collateral., • Manage collaborator relationships (with client and adviser relationships being key to business generation)., • Attend external networking events, conferences, and seminars and contribute to business development efforts., • Boost understanding of the broader AMATS capabilities to effectively connect with collaborators. We advise clients across a broad range of transactions, including buy- and sell-side deals, carve‑outs, distressed M&A, and secondary market transactions. Our work spans both UK domestic and international mandates, covering the full valuation spectrum—from complex, multi‑billion‑pound transactions to sub‑£50m mid‑market deals. As an Associate Director, you’ll have significant scope for career progression and play a key role in the next phase of growth of Aon’s Mid‑Market M&A capability. In the short term, the role sits within the Transaction Solutions team, with longer‑term opportunities across the wider AMATS division. More broadly, as a global organisation, Aon offers outstanding career opportunities for high‑performing talent—both within the UK and internationally. • W&I / Tax / or general Transaction Services experience ideally from within the legal sector, • Working relationships/connections with the M&A advisory/private equity community in the local market, • Project management responsibility within current or previous roles., • Experience in developing and managing relationships (internal and/or external) and attending networking events., • Experience in producing written outputs and strong attention to detail. -HYBRID 2577939 #J-18808-Ljbffr

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Location: Birmingham Other locations: Primary Location Only Date: 3 Sept 2026 Requisition ID: 1741044 At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. The Financial Diligence team at EY-Parthenon has exciting opportunities. You'll work with a high-performing, integrated team which focuses on a variety of high-profile IPOs and transactions. You'll have a diverse range of stretching experiences which will give you continuous learning and development opportunities as well as a great sense of achievement. At EY-Parthenon, our unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions, tax and corporate finance delivers real-world value – solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Benefiting from EY’s full spectrum of services, we’ve reimagined strategic consulting to work in a world of increasing complexity. With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, boards, private equity and governments every step of the way. Our core work is due diligence, assessing a target company’s finances and business projections, identifying opportunities, risks, sensitivities and potential mitigations, and reporting on these to our clients, their banks, investors and other parties. You will be working alongside experienced due diligence professionals, where you will continue to develop your skills to perform due diligence in a range of situations and sectors. There is the opportunity for travel, both within the UK and potentially internationally. When working on projects you will almost always be working as part of a wider cross service line team. In your role as an Assistant Director, you will have responsibility for understanding the key business drivers, co-developing our approach with the client, agreeing value measurements with the client, providing value to the client through insights, factual conclusions and advice. You will project manage teams and work closely with all members as well as forming strong internal links within Financial Diligence and other departments in EY both in the UK and internationally to form multi-disciplinary teams. You will gather, verify and assess information to formulate views as well as plan, prepare and review deliverables in various forms including written reports, presentations and discussions with the client. In addition, you will: • Plan and monitor the progress of the team, • Share your technical and other knowledge with your team and the department, • Build on and develop internal and external networks through personal contacts, • Understand the capabilities of the firm and look for opportunities to sell additional services to our clients, • Play a role in business plan initiatives (e.g. key accounts, recruitment, client service framework), • Being a true business advisor to the client and establish yourself as a key client contact, • Take responsibility for own learning and development, provide coaching / support to others, and participate in upward feedback, • Be able to gather, verify and analyse information to formulate views / conclusions, • Demonstrable experience in planning, preparing and reviewing deliverables in various forms including written reports, presentations and discussions with the client, • Offer a support culture to junior members of the team, assisting their development, • Business Development experience, • Have an ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification, • Strong commercial experience and/or relevant industry or transaction experience (including financial due diligence experience), • A passion to provide high quality service to your clients, • Have strong commercial experience and/or relevant industry or transaction experience (including financial due diligence experience), • Be an excellent communicator, both oral and written, • Have project management skills, • Be an effective time manager, able to keep calm when under pressure to meet deadlines, • Be a team player with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels, • Have counselling skills, though not essential What’s most important is that you’re dedicated to working with your colleagues as part of a high-performing team. You’ll need to thrive in picking up new skills as you go, so natural curiosity, a lot of questions and the confidence to speak up when you see something that could be improved are essential. If you’ve got the right combination of technical knowledge and communication skills, this role is for you. We will fuel your ambition and potential with future-focused skills development that equips you with state-of-the-art methodologies and technology-enabled solutions. With more than 25,000 people in 150 countries, you will join an inclusive and empowering culture that values your uniqueness, prioritizes your wellbeing, and immerses you in the diverse thinking and cross-cultural experiences necessary to help deliver impact to clients across the globe and to help build a better working world. Learn more about careers at EY-Parthenon. To help create the best experience during the recruitment process, please describe any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need. EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Pro-Tax is seeking an experienced Associate Tax Director to join the International Tax team in the UK, focusing on listed international groups across industries. This role offers a clear path toward Director with a diverse and intellectually challenging client portfolio. You will work on new client wins while servicing long-standing clients, providing technical tax advice and collaborating with the national team across the UK. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Following our continued growth across the business, we're looking for an experienced VAT professional to play a leading role in shaping and expanding our VAT offering, supported by our outstanding VAT team across the firm. We're open to applications from both experienced VAT Senior Managers and ambitious VAT Managers ready to take the next step in their career. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership, drive business development activity, build long-term client relationships and make a visible impact within one of the UK's fastest-growing accountancy firms. As a certified Great Place to Work® for the fourth consecutive year, we offer a clear pathway for progression, genuine flexibility, and a culture that empowers our people to thrive both professionally and personally. Working exclusively in VAT advisory, you'll support a varied client base spanning corporates, international businesses, educational institutions, charities and public sector organisations with complex technical projects including property VAT, partial exemption, cross-border issues, M&A transactions and dealings with HMRC. You'll enjoy the autonomy to develop your specialisms alongside a clear route for future progression. You will also work closely with our VAT Partner and wider tax leadership team to support the continued growth of our VAT service line, including developing client relationships, identifying business development opportunities and mentoring junior team members. This opportunity offers a clear career path to Director within an organisation that promotes hybrid and flexible working. • Advising UK and international clients on the VAT and other indirect tax implications of international trade, • Advising education and public sector clients on VAT liability of income and VAT recovery including partial exemption and business/non-business, • Analysing the VAT implications of residential and commercial property transactions and developments, • Managing client relationships and expectations, • Scoping project proposals, monitoring budgets and billing, • Communicating key VAT developments internally and externally with articles, webinars and social media, • Contributing to business development activities and becoming actively involved in our key sector groups such as Manufacturing, Education and Real Estate., • Extensive VAT experience gained from either an accountancy practice or HMRC environment. Ideally you will be CTA qualified, but this isn't essential, • Experience of managing a diverse portfolio of VAT clients across multiple sectors with a proven track record of growing fee revenues., • Some experience of advising on Customs Duty considerations alongside VAT would be beneficial., • Examples of successful business development activity you have led., • People Management Experience, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills that enable you to build rapport with people at all levels, • A strong desire to contribute to the overall success of Bishop Fleming We are an award-winning certified Great Place to Work® provider of Audit, Accountancy, Tax and Advisory services in the South West and West Midlands. With a turnover of £48m, we saw growth of almost 15% over the last 12 months. We are also currently ranked fifth in the Accountancy Age Mid-Tier Power Index and are the largest provider of audit services to multi-academy trusts in the academy sector. From owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and large businesses; to entrepreneurs and private individuals; we offer full services across a diverse range of sectors. With 9 offices, just under 60 partners, and over 500 people, we have the capability and capacity to meet our clients’ needs. From owner-managed businesses to large businesses we have the full-service expertise to advise our clients. We are also a member of Kreston Global, a global network of independent accounting firms in more than 100 countries. • 27 -30 days holiday, plus bank holidays, • Extra time off at Christmas - in addition to your annual leave entitlement, we close between Christmas and New Year, • Hybrid and flexible working, • A contributory pension scheme, • Life assurance, • Critical illness cover, • Simply Health cashback plan including access to 24/7 online GP service and counselling services, • Perkbox discounts and rewards platform with over 4,000 perks and discounts, • Social events with active social committees that plan internal and external events, • Numerous opportunities for development We welcome applicants seeking flexible working arrangements, including part time working or working from home, to support responsibilities such as caring commitments, further study, or interests outside of work. We are committed to welcoming new people into an inclusive working environment, where everyone has equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We support a culture where people are valued and treated with respect, and where differences are understood and celebrated. The more varied our workforce, the broader the expertise within our business. The broader our expertise, the greater our chances of innovation and success. That's why we're committed to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion at every level. As part of our recruitment process and commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment, we conduct background checks on all successful applicants. These checks will include verification of references, confirmation of right to work in the UK, and, where applicable, a standard or enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Further details will be provided during the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Corporate Tax Director | Birmingham | Advisory & Transactions Focus Hybrid Working | Birmingham City Centre | up to £120k + Benefits I'm working with a Top 20 accountancy and advisory firm looking to hire a Corporate Tax Director into their Birmingham office. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing advisory team and play a key role in building the firm's Corporate Tax offering across the Midlands. The role has a strong focus on transactions, deal-related advisory work, and M&A activity, alongside broader corporate tax advisory projects. Working closely with senior leadership, you'll be heavily involved in client meetings, networking, business development, and helping to grow the Birmingham advisory presence. This would suit a commercially minded tax professional who enjoys building relationships and wants to be part of developing something rather than stepping into a fully established team. • Strong Corporate Tax Advisory experience, • Exposure to transactions, M&A, restructures, and deal-related work, • Operating at Senior Manager or Director level, • Commercial and client-facing approach, • Business development and relationship-building skills, • Ambition to help grow an advisory team, • Hybrid and flexible working, • Strong work-life balance, • High-profile advisory and transactions work, • Opportunity to help shape and grow the Birmingham offering, • Significant client exposure, • Clear progression opportunities within a Top 20 firm As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Inspired Thinking Group seeks a senior Financial Controller to own financial controlling for the Technology division. You will manage month-end close, balance-sheet integrity and intercompany accounting across UK and Dutch entities, reporting to the Divisional Finance Director. You will coordinate statutory, tax and VAT work with external Dutch partners, drive close automation, and provide management commentary and KPIs to support the business plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands‑on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M. We would like to invite you to join Alvarez & Marsal’s dynamic Global Transaction Advisory team. Our award-winning practice includes over 1,000 professionals in over 40 offices across the United States, Middle East, Europe, Latin America, India and Asia Pacific. We work for premium clients across a variety of sectors. Our Transaction Advisory team have established Alvarez & Marsal as one of the leading providers of financial due diligence globally and the leading firm to develop a fulfilling career in Transaction Advisory. A&M provides investors and lenders with the answers needed to get the deal done. We combine our firm’s deep operational, industry and functional resources with quality financial accounting and tax expertise to assess key deal drivers and focus on the root cause of any critical deal issues. The largest Transaction Advisory practice outside the Big Four, our global integrated teams help private equity and corporate acquirers unlock value across the investment cycle. We are seeking an experienced Quality & Risk Management (Q&RM) professional to join our team, with a focus on the EMEA region, at Director or Senior Director level. The ideal candidate will bring a solid background in financial due diligence and a proven ability to operate in a dynamic environment. This role combines regional and global impact. You will lead EMEA‑specific consultations while partnering closely with the Global Chief Risk Officer to drive consistency and streamline processes across our Global Transaction Advisory practice. Success in this role requires a proactive and highly collaborative approach. The right candidate will be comfortable working autonomously, while also confidently engaged with internal and external stakeholders and mobilising the right resources to deliver outcomes. • Performing financial due diligence as an EMEA-based client-server within a Big Four firm, • Cross-border experience, ideally multilingual, • Professional certification (ACA / ACCA preferred), • Consulting on contract and policy matters, • Performing quality reviews, • Developing and delivering Q&RM-focused learning, • Developing and deploying Q&RM-specific tools, • Q&RM process design / redesign, • Practice integration / onboarding We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top‑notch training and on‑the‑job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Alternatively, Grant Thornton At Grant Thornton we do things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work life balance. A true alternative. With over 5,000 people in the UK, and a presence in 150 global markets, we’re on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career. Job Description: Every day our teams help private, mid-market and large businesses to do what is right and achieve their goals. Our team focuses on advising multinational businesses, operating in various industry verticals, on all transfer pricing related matters. We support our clients throughout the entire transfer pricing life cycle, from design to implementation, compliance & documentation, and audit defence. We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we’ll support you to balance your work and life. • Be responsible for supporting the Partners and Directors by managing and developing a team of high calibre, knowledgeable tax specialists, playing an active part in the coaching and development of the team to deliver on individual and team objectives, • Support Directors and Partners by implementing business plans and generating new business opportunities for the firm, • Build and manages a focused internal and external network to generate fee winning opportunities in their business area and for the wider firm with the support of Directors and Partners and supports on pitches, • Act as lead on assignments where appropriate, or supports the Director/Partner in carrying out this role whilst ensuring the team are managed and developed accordingly, • Manage and deliver a portfolio of client relationships, delivering excellent client service with little support from superiors, • Continue to invest in your own development, including working to achieve objectives across the scorecard and obtaining regular feedback, • Acts with integrity and in line with the firms organisational values We’ve set ambitious growth targets for the firm, and we need the right people to help us achieve these. We’re looking for people who will bring ambition and drive to their role. In changing markets, we need to be able to work at pace and be adaptable to change and to be curious, asking questions of ourselves, each other and our clients to ensure we are delivering the services and quality we expect. joining us as an Associate Director, the minimum criteria you’ll need is to be qualified (ACA, CTA, ATT) with demonstrable experience at Manager level or above. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way. • Commercial awareness, • Strategic thinking and business-oriented approach, • Strong communication skills, • Strong analytical abilities, • Eagerness to learn and develop self and others, • Experience of managing projects day-to-day, with limited supervision from leadership The culture at Grant Thornton is what sets us apart, we’re known for our inclusive culture and creating environments where all our people can flourish. The things that set you apart, we value them, and this helps us all to perform at our best. Our values are the unwavering principles that shape our daily behaviours and decisions, alongside our drive to do the right thing. We’re looking for people who align with our values and are purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind. You can learn more about our values in practice here. It’s not just about our culture and values, in addition to a competitive salary and reward package, us you’ll also get: • Tailored development programmes and access to coaching, • Flexible bank holidays – allowing you to celebrate the days that are important to you, • Benefits including pension, life assurance and private medical, additional holiday purchasing and health benefits, • Any benefits giving you access to shopping discounts, gym memberships, financial advice and more. Visit our benefits section to read more. We have a trust-based way of working, driven by responsible people who have the best interests of our firm and our clients at heart. Our how we work framework gives flexibility in where, how, and when we work to deliver the best results for our clients, whilst helping you keep a balance between work and life. Life is more than work, the things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles. That is how it should be. We’re looking for people who can help drive the business forward, who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Bristol / Birmingham Competitive Salary + Benefits W Talent Finance is a specialist recruitment partner dedicated to placing high-calibre accounting and finance professionals across both practice and commerce & industry markets worldwide. With a deep understanding of the finance landscape, we support clients ranging from leading professional services firms to established regional practices and multi-service professional groups, delivering tailored talent solutions that drive business performance. We are partnering with a leading professional services organisation with a strong reputation across the advisory and transaction services market. The organisation works with a diverse range of entrepreneurial, privately owned, private equity-backed, and corporate clients, providing high-quality advice across the full transaction lifecycle. With an established advisory platform and ambitious growth plans, the business offers an opportunity for an experienced transaction services professional to join a high-performing team and play a key role in the continued development of its Financial Due Diligence offering. As a Financial Due Diligence Senior Manager / Director, you will play a senior role within the Deal Advisory team, leading Financial Due Diligence engagements for a diverse range of clients and transactions. You will work closely with corporate and private equity clients, management teams, investors, and other professional advisers, providing high-quality financial analysis and commercial insight to support key transaction decisions. The role will involve taking ownership of FDD assignments from planning through to completion, managing project teams, overseeing the quality of deliverables, and acting as a senior point of contact for clients. Alongside delivery, you will have the opportunity to contribute to business development, build relationships with existing and prospective clients, and support the continued growth of the firm's Transaction Services offering. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced FDD professional looking to take a senior position within a growing advisory practice, with genuine scope to influence the development of the team and service line. • Lead Financial Due Diligence assignments across a range of sectors and transaction types, • Manage the end-to-end delivery of FDD engagements, from initial planning through to completion, • Analyse historical and projected financial performance, including revenue, profitability, cash flow, working capital, and net debt, • Identify key financial risks, opportunities, and commercial considerations arising from the analysis, • Prepare and review high-quality FDD reports and transaction materials for clients and investors, • Lead and develop project teams, providing coaching, technical guidance, and oversight, • Manage relationships with clients, management teams, private equity investors, corporate acquirers, and other advisers, • Work closely with Corporate Finance, Tax, Legal, and other professional advisers throughout transaction processes, • Present findings and key conclusions clearly to senior client stakeholders and investment teams, • Manage project budgets, timelines, and deliverables effectively, • Support the identification and development of new business opportunities, • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients, • Contribute to the continued development of the firm's Financial Due Diligence proposition and wider Deal Advisory offering, • Mentor and develop more junior members of the team, supporting their technical and professional development, • ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification, • Significant Financial Due Diligence / Transaction Services experience gained within a Big 4 or strong mid-tier accountancy or advisory firm, • Experience operating at Senior Manager or Director level, or ready to make that step, • Strong technical understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and transaction-related financial analysis, • Proven experience leading FDD assignments and managing teams, • Strong understanding of transaction processes and the requirements of private equity and corporate investors, • Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to identify and communicate key findings and risks, • Strong client-facing and relationship management skills, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to present findings to senior stakeholders, • Proven ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholders effectively, • Commercially minded with an interest in business development and building a strong network, • A collaborative and supportive leadership style with a genuine interest in developing others, • Competitive salary, depending on experience, • Senior-level opportunity within an established Deal Advisory team, • Exposure to a broad range of transactions, sectors, and clients, • Opportunity to work with private equity, corporate, and entrepreneurial businesses, • Clear scope to contribute to the continued growth of the Financial Due Diligence offering, • Professional development and career progression opportunities, • Comprehensive benefits package, • Supportive, collaborative, and entrepreneurial working environment #J-18808-Ljbffr