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Your new company This is an exciting opportunity to join a brilliant employer based in Oxford committed to helping you to progress and develop your experience in finance. The purpose of the role is to deputise the College Accountant with the month-end and year-end accounts, supervising a small transactional team and implementing a new finance system. Your new role • Prepare accurate financial accounting information, including balance sheet and control account reconciliations, and support audits with required documentation., • Assist with month-end and year-end processes, producing statutory reports and returns., • Produce timely management reports with clear explanations of key variances and trends, and maintain the accuracy of financial data and reporting systems., • Support budgeting and cash flow forecasting, ensuring relevant information is prepared and distributed promptly., • Improve financial processes by helping develop SOPs, automated reporting tools and dashboards, and training colleagues to ensure consistent practice., • Oversee accounts payable, ensuring correct coding and authorisation, and manage the rent ledger, updating tenant and property records., • Prepare VAT returns, including partial exemption and capital goods scheme calculations, and process payroll journals with associated reconciliations., • Maintain investment records, donation and Gift Aid logs, and the fixed asset register, including additions, disposals and depreciation., • Provide cover for finance colleagues, deputise for the College Accountant when required, and supervise the team as needed., • A professionally qualified/part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards, tax, compliance and best practice., • Strong technical skills, including advanced Excel and experience with financial systems (eg, Opera, Sage) and data analysis tools; experience with automated reporting and dashboards is highly desirable., • Proven ability to analyse complex financial information, solve problems and drive process improvements., • Excellent communication skills, able to explain financial concepts clearly to non-finance colleagues and work collaboratively across teams., • Highly organised, adaptable and able to manage a varied workload while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail., • £50-60k salary DOE, • Generous public sector pension, • 30 days annual leave + bank holidays, • Free parking in City Centre Oxford, • Cycle to work, • Electric car scheme, • Private medical insurance, • Free gym access on-site, • Free lunches on site, • Flexible hours, • Bus pass scheme 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 on our website.

Deputy College Accountant | £55,000-£65,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits | Oxford | Permanent Your new companyWe are partnering exclusively with one of the University of Oxford’s oldest and most distinguished colleges, in the recruitment of a Deputy College Accountant to play a key role in its finance function. This is a broad and visible position combining technical accounting, team oversight, and the opportunity to contribute to significant finance transformation projects-including the implementation of a new finance system and development of enhanced reporting tools. Working closely with the College Accountant and Finance Bursar, you will act as a trusted deputy, supporting strategic and operational financial management across the College. Your new role You will take ownership of core financial processes while helping modernise and improve how finance operates across the College. Key responsibilities include: • Deputising for the College Accountant and supporting supervision of the finance team, • Supporting month-end and year-end processes, including statutory reporting and audit preparation, • Producing high-quality management accounts with clear commentary on variances and trends, • Strengthening financial controls through balance sheet and control account reconciliations, • Supporting budgeting and cash flow forecasting processes, • Leading improvements in financial processes, including SOP development and automation, • Contributing to the implementation of a new finance system and enhanced reporting capability, • Overseeing transactional areas including accounts payable and the rent ledger, • Preparing VAT returns, including partial exemption calculations, • Maintaining key financial records including fixed assets, investments, and donationsWhat you'll need to succeed, • A professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), • Strong Technical Accounting Knowledge, including financial reporting and controls, • Experience of improving processes and ideally supporting systems implementation or automation., • Advanced Excel and confidence working with financial systems (e.g. Sage, Opera or similar), • Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders, • Well-organised, adaptable, and able to manage a varied workload, • Experience within higher education or the charity sector (including Charity SORP) would be advantageous but is not essential.What you'll get in return, • £55-65k salary DOE, • Generous pension scheme, • 30 days annual leave + bank holidays, • Free parking in City Centre Oxford, • Cycle to work, • Electric car scheme, • Private medical insurance, • Free gym access on site, • Free lunches on site when working, • Bus pass scheme

Pre-revenue biotech seeks a qualified accountant to join as Senior Finance Manager. Your new company Our client is a fast growth, pre-revenue biotech company offering a dynamic and high-performing environment. Your new role This is a newly created, broad, all-round finance role combining group reporting, financial control, and operational finance responsibilities. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will be responsible for producing accurate group management accounts (UK and overseeing the US entities) while also overseeing and supporting core transactional processes, including purchase ledger and bank reconciliations. Other areas of responsibility include supporting budgeting and forecasting processes and providing financial modelling for strategic initiatives. You will coordinate reporting for the US entity, by overseeing the US external bookkeeping support and manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations, supporting US compliance and tax processes with advisors. Governance and controls are a key area you will be responsible for, including maintaining strong internal controls and financial processes and ensuring VAT, corporation tax, and regulatory compliance (UK). Importantly, you will drive process improvements and finance system enhancements. What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with previous experience in a biotech or life sciences business. You will have experience preparing group management accounts, supporting US operations or multi-entity reporting and be comfortable managing both strategic and transactional finance activities. Strong Excel and financial modelling capabilities are required. This role requires someone comfortable rolling up their sleeves in a scaling environment. What you'll get in return This role is operating predominantly remotely and can offer a range of benefits as well as career development. 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 about your career. 4782973

We are seeking an experienced tax and VAT professional to join our Group Finance Function as the Indirect Tax Manager.The main responsibility of the role is to oversee OUP VAT compliance and regulatory obligations, as well as providing limited technical VAT guidance to internal stakeholders.OUP sell

Finance Manager Are you a confident and tech-savvy, experienced finance professional looking to lead a dynamic team? As a Finance Manager, you will steer the finance department, optimise processes, and shape the future of financial operations. This is your chance to take on a pivotal role within a thriving and innovative company. Finance Manager Responsibilities This position will involve, but will not be limited to: Managing and developing a team of finance staff, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting to support strategic decision-making. Overseeing day-to-day finance operations, including payroll, pensions, VAT returns, corporation tax, and cash flow management. Leading system upgrades and process improvements, particularly during the migration from Sage to Yardi Voyager, to enhance efficiency and automation. Preparing budgets, forecasts, and analysing financial data to guide business growth and cost-saving initiatives. Ensuring compliance with legal and company standards, mitigating financial risks. Supporting internal and external audits, maintaining clean financial records. Communicating complex financial information clearly to stakeholders at all levels. Finance Manager Rewards Competitive salary range based on experience and qualifications. Opportunities to influence and shape the finance function during exciting system upgrades and organisational change. A supportive environment that encourages professional growth and innovation. Regular training and development opportunities to stay ahead of industry best practices. A friendly, loyal team culture centred on collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. A role that offers stability with a clear career progression pathway. The Company Our client is an award-winning provider of flexible office solutions, across the UK. Known for their customer focus, they empower businesses of every size. The company is committed to delivering high-quality service and fostering a positive workplace where innovation and relationships matter. Their core values are rooted in strong partnerships and integrity, driving long-term growth and success. Finance Manager Experience Essentials Professional finance qualification, such as CIMA or ACCA or equivalent - either fully qualified, or part-qualified, with solid hands-on finance experience Proven management experience in finance, with a track record of leading teams and processes effectively. Strong knowledge of financial reporting, payroll, VAT, corporation tax, and budgeting. Experience with accountancy tools such as Sage, Yardi Voyager, Employment Hero, and Barclays Payments or similar. Familiarity with system migrations, automation, and process enhancements. Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills to handle a busy workload. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in engaging with stakeholders at all levels. A proactive approach to problem-solving and driving efficiencies. Location This role is based in East Oxford. You will enjoy working in a customer-focused fully-office based environment, with opportunities to meet clients and colleagues face-to-face daily. The company values in-person collaboration and community engagement. There is free onsite car-parking available. You will need to be in commuting distance to be in the office 5 days per week, Monday to Friday. Action If you would like to find out more about this excellent opportunity, and have the required finance experience and qualifications, then please apply online today! We will review and respond to all applications. PLEASE NOTE - This role requires you to start immediately and so a long notice period cannot be considered. Interviews will begin w/c 20th April. Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit (url removed) and follow us on LinkedIn

£320 + VAT per day 6‑month Contract (Inside IR35) - Umbrella only Oxford, Oxfordshire, UK - Fully remote (Work from home!) Your new company We're supporting a local authority undertaking a crucial programme of work to modernise and strengthen how it manages Education‑related Section 106 (S106) data. These agreements play a key role in ensuring that new developments contribute appropriately to local education provision. With many legacy agreements requiring reconciliation and improved visibility, the organisation is investing in robust data, clear governance and better system alignment. This is an opportunity to join a team where your analytical capability directly supports financial stewardship, planning transparency, and future service delivery. Your new role As the Interim Education S106 Data & Systems Officer, you will be central to bringing order, accuracy and structure to a complex set of historic planning obligations. You'll review aged education‑related S106 agreements, reconcile commitments against financial records and delivery status, and ensure all information is accurately reflected across corporate systems.You'll work across MasterGov, PPM, finance tools and Power Apps to clean, validate and update data, maintaining audit trails and ensuring mitigation statuses are clearly and consistently recorded. Your work will provide essential clarity on committed, spent and unspent funds, highlight funding at risk, and support the creation of summaries that give stakeholders confidence in available balances and outstanding obligations.You'll also collaborate with Education, Finance, Planning Obligations and Legal teams to resolve gaps in the data, clarify historic allocations and support governance or audit queries. By the end of the assignment, you'll have delivered a consolidated, accurate and actionable dataset that strengthens long‑term monitoring and decision‑making. What you'll need to succeed You will bring strong administrative experience in a data‑intensive environment, proven experience reconciling financial or funding‑related information. Alongside advanced Excel capability and confidence working across multiple systems. Experience updating databases or case management tools, with high attention to detail and strong audit discipline. The ability to work independently, manage your own workload and resolve ambiguity. Clear communication skills and a pragmatic, solutions‑focused mindset.Furthermore, knowledge of Section 106 or planning obligations data, previous work in a local authority or education service and familiarity with Power Apps or similar low‑code platforms would be desirable. What you'll get in return You'll join a committed and collaborative team focused on improving the visibility, accuracy and governance of critical funding. Your work will have a direct and lasting impact on how education mitigation is monitored and delivered across the authority. This is an opportunity to apply your data expertise in a role that offers autonomy, purpose and the chance to leave behind a clean, structured and future‑ready dataset. 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 about 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)

6‑month Senior Network Engineer contract in Didcot, £480 per day, supporting a large, complex network estate for a major UK scientific organisation. £480 + VAT per day 6‑month Contract (Inside IR35) - Umbrella only Didcot, Oxfordshire, UK - Hybrid (3 days onsite, non‑negotiable) Your new company We're partnered with a nationally important research organisation whose work powers major scientific breakthroughs and supports a wide range of innovative programmes across the UK. Their network infrastructure is essential to enabling collaboration, high‑performance computing, data exchange and secure connectivity across multiple sites. With continued investment in their digital estate, they are now looking for a Senior Network Engineer to help maintain, secure and evolve the organisation's core network services. This is a role where your engineering expertise will directly contribute to research and infrastructure used on a national and international scale. Your new role You will be responsible for supporting and maintaining a wide range of critical network services across a busy, multi‑site environment. Your work will span routing, switching, Wi‑Fi, firewalls, IP address management, network access control and cloud telephony, ensuring that connectivity remains reliable, secure and aligned with the needs of a highly technical organisation. You'll play a key part in both day‑to‑day operations and longer‑term improvements, resolving incidents, fine‑tuning configurations, supporting project activity, transitioning new services into live operation and carrying out complex installations or upgrades with a high degree of independence. A significant part of your work will involve monitoring performance, diagnosing issues at source and ensuring that security controls, routing protocols and access policies remain robust. You'll also work across cabling and infrastructure planning, liaising with Estates teams around network requirements for new buildings, refurbishments and site‑wide cabling activity. Clear, accurate documentation will form a natural part of your routine, ensuring that changes, designs and operational standards are recorded properly and understood across the team. This is a practical, hands‑on engineering role where your judgment, problem‑solving ability and technical depth will be central to maintaining a stable and secure network environment. What you'll need to succeed You'll bring extensive experience supporting enterprise networks and will be confident managing firewalls, Wi‑Fi platforms, routing protocols and network security technologies. Strong exposure to Fortinet firewalls, enterprise‑grade wireless management platforms, and NAC solutions such as ClearPass will be extremely valuable. You will have worked with OSPF and BGP routing, supported LAN and WAN environments, and be comfortable managing DNS, DHCP, IPv4 and IPv6 addressing, along with IPAM platforms such as Infoblox. Experience working across multi‑site environments, fibre and cabling work, switch configuration and general enterprise networking will be important. Above all, you will be someone who is analytical, methodical and able to remain calm when dealing with complex issues. Clear communication, good documentation habits and the ability to work with people of different technical levels will all be essential. SC clearance is preferred, and the ability to attend site in Didcot 3 days each week is required. What you'll get in return You'll be joining an environment where networks form the backbone of vital scientific and operational activity. You will work with a skilled, supportive team, gain exposure to an extensive network estate and play a central role in ensuring secure and reliable connectivity across a nationally important organisation. Your contribution will be recognised, your expertise will be valued and your work will help support research that has a lasting impact. What you need to do now If you're an experienced Network Engineer looking for a senior‑level contract with meaningful responsibility and the chance to work on a major scientific network environment, get in touch today to learn more. 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)

GemimiJobs are proud to be partnering with a East London based accountancy firm who are in the market for an VAT Accountant to join their rapidly growing practice. Must hace experience of working with VAT with construction client, CIS and VT within accountancy practice.

VAT Assistant Manager or Manager.

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 -

A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Part-Time VAT Manager (3-4 days) in an established tax team that enjoy a high profile internally. Reporting to the Tax Director, the role provides broad experience within a commercial setting, encompassing VAT compliance, business partnering and tra

The ideal candidate will have experience in UK Indirect/VAT taxes and hold a relevant tax qualification.

The ideal candidate will have experience in transactional finance, with a solid understanding of VAT and Xero accounting software. Responsibilities include processing invoices, managing compliance for VAT, and maintaining financial records.

A leading vacuum technology company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Key Account Manager to manage key accounts and develop strategic growth plans.This role requires 5 years of sales experience, preferably in the vacuum industry, excellent interpersonal and analytical skills, and proficiency with

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced VAT professional to join a leading UK accountancy firm at Director or Senior Manager level, with a clear and achievable pathway to Partner. Join a high-performing and growing tax function where VAT plays a critical role in delivering complex, hig

This role includes providing guidance on VAT compliance, supporting VAT reporting initiatives, and engaging across departments to enhance VAT awareness. A global express logistics leader is seeking a Tax Advisor - VAT to advise on compliance and optimization of VAT regulations across Europe. The ide

A global leading manufacturer is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team on a six-month fixed term contract.The role involves preparing monthly accounts, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and improving the Inward Processing Relief (IPR) system.The ideal candidate will have a professional ac

A leading AI infrastructure company in Greater London is seeking a VAT Accountant to manage VAT compliance for UK and international operations. You'll be integral in shaping the VAT processes as the company expands into new markets while ensuring accurate compliance across cross-border activities. I

Responsibility for review of VAT compliance for own portfolio and involved in any VAT advice required by your clients, by delegating and developing the juniors in the team in delivering this. You’ll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE liste

As a Assistant Manager or Manager in our London office, you will manage and control VAT client work including advisory projects and the review of VAT returns. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. Make an Impact within our VAT team at RSM UK.

A growing professional services company is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support finance and payroll operations.This full-time, permanent position offers a competitive salary of £24,420–£39,505/year with hybrid working flexibility and visa sponsorship eligibility under the UK S

What we’re after is someone with the willingness and enthusiasm to get stuck in on advising on practical transactions; someone with a UK VAT consulting profile at around the Assistant Manager level would be ideal. Clients are full range of big business right through to high networth individuals, s

A prominent firm of chartered accountants in the North East is seeking an ambitious Accounts Semi Senior to join the growing team in Washington office.The successful candidate will have responsibilities such as preparing accounts for various business types, personal and corporate tax computations, a

You will handle client portfolios with a focus on UK VAT compliance and advisory, while leading junior staff.

In this role, you will be responsible for accurately processing supplier invoices and staff expenses, ensuring compliance with VAT requirements. Candidates should have a minimum of three years of relevant experience and excellent VAT knowledge.

You will report to the Finance Director and handle accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, and VAT reporting.

Responsibility for review of VAT compliance for own portfolio and involved in any VAT advice required by your clients, by delegating and developing the juniors in the team in delivering this. You’ll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE liste

Responsibilities include supporting VAT compliance, liaising with tax authorities, and providing advisory services across jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of indirect tax experience and strong VAT knowledge, preferably in financial services.

We're seeking a talented individual at Senior Manager level to join our VAT Tax Team in London, which is responsible for providing VAT compliance and advisory services for a wide range of business clients. Significant VAT experience gained within the profession and/or industry at managerial level. T

A leading UK accountancy firm is seeking a VAT Senior Manager / Director based in Manchester or Leeds. The role offers a clear pathway to Partnership and involves managing high-profile VAT advisory projects.

This is a pivotal role in our VAT consultancy team where you will advise clients, contacts, partners and our AG people on all matters relating to indirect taxes and principally. Have self-motivation and a strong work ethic.

A global professional services firm is seeking a Director for their VAT practice in London.

The successful candidate will advise on VAT queries, prepare VAT returns, and maintain compliance with local VAT legislation. A multinational tax consulting firm is seeking a VAT Accountant based in the United Kingdom to manage VAT reporting compliance for various markets.

A growing E-Commerce brand in Greater London is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to manage their international tax compliance, VAT management, and liaise with finance teams.

Advising clients on VAT planning opportunities and complex technical queries. Collaborating with partners to understand clients' commercial goals and tailor VAT advice accordingly. Coaching and leading junior staff, reviewing technical work including VAT returns and complex advisory outputs.

A leading accountancy firm in Greater London is looking for a talented individual with VAT advisory experience to join their London VAT team. Responsibilities include managing a portfolio of clients, providing VAT advisory services, and engaging in business development. Applicants should be adept in

This role entails ensuring VAT/GST compliance globally and managing sales and use tax responsibilities. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, with 5+ years of indirect tax experience, strong analytical and project management skills, particularly in VAT/GST compliance.

A leading international advisory firm in Greater London is seeking a VAT Assistant Manager to deliver VAT consulting and limited compliance work. This role involves attending client meetings, conducting VAT reviews, and identifying advisory opportunities.

This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a commitment to diversity and innovation. Key responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders on VAT solutions and managing indirect tax projects.

This role involves advising on transactions and managing VAT processes while leading a team. Strong UK VAT compliance and advisory experience at a senior level, along with excellent stakeholder management skills, are crucial.

A leading VAT advisory firm in the UK is seeking an experienced VAT Manager to provide comprehensive consultation on VAT matters, manage client engagements, and lead a national VAT team. The ideal candidate will have in-depth VAT knowledge, a strong client service focus, and the ability to communica

A leading online retailer is seeking a Senior Indirect Tax Manager to lead VAT compliance and strategic tax initiatives within their London-based team.

The ideal candidate will advise on VAT, oversee audits, and interact with senior leaders.

The team require a strong VAT generalist, with experience across areas such as property, not‑for‑profit, media and international VAT issues. VAT Manager (Advisory‑Focused) London (Hybrid). Advising on international services and cross‑border VAT matters.

In this role, you will lead VAT compliance and advisory work for a diverse client base while developing the regional VAT proposition. A leading recruitment firm in Greater London is seeking an Associate Director specializing in VAT. The position offers hybrid flexibility and a chance to shape a grow

The role involves managing VAT compliance for UK entities, advising on indirect tax implications, and supporting corporate tax compliance. A multinational business services firm is seeking a qualified tax professional to lead UK VAT matters and oversee global indirect tax compliance from their Londo

The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) or equivalent, with strong technical knowledge in VAT and excellent communication skills.

Assist in maintenance of VAT codes tables and VAT codes in accounting system. Prepare and request necessary VAT submission approvals from internal stakeholders and follow up on VAT payment requests and archiving documentation after submissions are completed. The 2 main aspects of the role are to tak