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Join a top 40 UK accountancy firm with ambitious growth plans and a people-first culture. Your new company This is a well-established and rapidly expanding accountancy firm ranked amongst the top 40 in the UK. With offices across Central and Southern England, the firm is known for delivering tailored financial solutions to a diverse client base, including ambitious entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals. The business places strong emphasis on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement-both in client service and internal culture. Your new role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Audit RI Associate Director to join the audit division. TYou'll lead a portfolio of audit clients, drive business development, and contribute to strategic planning. The role involves: Expanding the client base in the Farnham region Leading marketing and networking initiatives Collaborating with senior leadership to enhance audit services Monitoring team performance and KPIs Managing and mentoring audit staff Contributing to the firm's audit strategy and growth plans Strengthening international network relationships What you'll need to succeed UK RI status or desire to obtainAt least 5-7 years of post-qualification audit experience in a mid-tier or medium-sized firmStrong technical expertise across audit disciplinesProven leadership in managing audit teams and client relationshipsExcellent communication and presentation skillsA commercial mindset and confidence in client-facing engagements What you'll get in return You'll be part of a forward-thinking firm with a supportive and inclusive culture. The company offers: Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Career development through a structured leadership programme A competitive benefit package includes: 25 days holiday plus options to buy/sell days Flexible bank holidays Additional leave with service Annual wellbeing day Health and wellbeing support Discounts across major retailers Health cash plan Electric vehicle scheme Pension and life assurance Enhanced family leave policies 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. #

Role: Head of Client Development Ford & Stanley Executive Search (Part of the Ford & Stanley Group) are a leading Executive search firm to the UK, North American and European Rail, Defence, Technology & Heavy Manufacturing industries. Our search directors, search consultants and research teams specialise in all horizontal functions of our clients' organisations with expertise spanning engineering, commercial, procurement, HR, IT, finance, HSQE, sales, projects, operations and c-suite. We are trusted by over 100 leading organisations when they seek to make a leadership appointment, be that a permanent appointment or interim solutions. We have been appointed by our client company on a retained search for a pragmatic and inspirational sales leader who isn t afraid to roll their sleeves up and drive new business sales from the front whilst holding the gravitas and executive maturity to operate at a strategic level. Below you will find an candidate opportunity briefing document developed from notes taken during the scoping meeting (Situational Discovery) held between the Head of Ford and Stanley Executive Search and Principal Consultant of Ford & Stanley Executive Search and the CEO and COO of the business. This brief is designed to give candidates a deeper insight into the opportunity inherent within the role, the challenges the role presents, and provide access to the detail that sits behind the job specification. Client Opportunity Statements: As we continue on our growth journey, we are focused on elevating our client development and consulting capability. Currently our C-Suite find themselves heavily involved in hands-on client development and need to step back, to ensure focus on strategy and long-term business growth. We need to secure an individual who can not only embed themselves into our customer, but equally develop a deep understanding of their complex operation. The Head of Client Development will grow robust relationships with senior stakeholders across client s board and leverage these to identify opportunities for our business. The incoming Head of Client Development will need to remain persistent and patient in their approach, recognising that our sales cycles can take more than 12 months. Challenges expected within the first 12 months include: The incoming Head of Client Development will need to recalibrate how they measure success, with sales cycles that take more than 12 months, wins come from extensive and detailed consultation with the customer. The incoming Head of Client Development will need to build a deep understanding of our client and appreciate not only the scale but also the diversity of their operation. Although the company are shifting to more of a SAAS model, the incoming Head of Sales will need to appreciate that the service remains complex and requires extensive and relentless consultation with the client. (Noting that they do not have basic SAAS packages) Key deliverables within the first 12 months include: To have successfully built extensive and robust relationships with a number of senior stakeholders across our client including Managing and Route Directors Extensive evidence of collaboration internally, demonstrating the ability to utilise the extensive knowledge across the business. To have successfully translated unique customer nuances into tangible business opportunity. Acting on the current pipeline, leading on bids whilst becoming a true consultant to the end customer. Essential Hard Skills (Skills & Experience) Extensive experience in consultive sales/client development. Experience selling complex, products, solutions and/or services that require business change for the customer. We are open to the individual s industry background but would ideally like to secure candidates who have sold products, services or solutions that support the end client s operation. Experience developing clients to secure consistent and repeat business. Essential Soft Skills (Attributes & Behaviours) Patience, Client development is rarely about instant results; it s about nurturing relationships and guiding clients through complex decisions. Helping them realise the value the business s products can bring. Consultative Approach it s about being a trusted advisor. A consultative mindset means asking insightful questions, understanding client needs at a deep level, and providing solutions tailored to their challenges. Emotional Intelligence Success in client development hinges on understanding and managing emotions both yours and your clients . Whether reading between the lines of what a client truly needs, navigating difficult discussions with diplomacy, emotional intelligence ensures you connect authentically. Relentless Drive Client development demands persistence and determination. A never-give-up attitude fosters growth, strengthens relationships, and ensures continuous progress. Desirables Experience gained in a Consultancy environment. Working Arrangements & Location: The company observe a hybrid working policy with one mandatory day in the office, however, the job will require consistent client visits, event attendance and project locations where applicable. Locations include London, Buckinghamshire, East Midlands, Scotland (upcoming location), noting also clients situated as far north as Scotland and as far south as London & surrounding. Therefore, the Head of Sales can be based anywhere in the UK as long as they can commit to a regular commute to one of these locations and travel as required. Ford & Stanley Interview Process: 1st Stage: Candidate Discovery: An open, conversational and consultative discussion where interested candidates are assessed on their suitability for the role in the context of the above and challenged on how the opportunity lines up with their career aspirations, motivations, financial expectations and personal circumstances. 2nd Stage: The shortlist : Candidates are asked to reflect on the candidate discovery discussion, take time to reflect on the opportunity and undertake subsequent research on the client business, reporting back on their thoughts, questions and providing additional specific information on their suitability (if applicable). Final checks of role, package and logistical alignments made. Our Client Company s Interview Process: 1st Stage interview: Teams / Face-to-Face interview with the CEO and COO. Psychometric Assessment: Candidates selected for final stage will undergo a Thomas Internation personality profiling assessment. 2nd Final Stage interview: Face-to-face interview with the CEO, COO and with inclusion from other members of the board (to be agreed) Good to know: This business is an SME with some long-term contractors and strongly embedded external software teams. Historically, the business has been project-heavy; however, have more recently transitioned to offering operations systems. This has impacted upon financial performance reporting, particularly T/O performance during the transition period . The company have achieved / exceeding all financial targets and have had an exceptional start to 2025. Despite their strong business offering into the rail industry, they do not see themselves as a rail business. Their identity is of a dynamic innovative tech software developer, which comes with a great drive for creativity. The business have made a reputation within their client of going above and beyond in ways other suppliers have fallen short. The company do not sell kit or pieces of equipment. They sell solutions to issues with fleet performance, traffic management, and increasing efficiency and safety in the day-to-day operations of the railways. The business needs to strengthen their client development capability and offload this work from the C-suite who are leading on a lot of the more senior customer relationships currently. The company need to secure an individual who can be boots on the ground and drive client consultation from the front. The business have a strong and well-established suite of products, they know there is vast opportunity within their client and they need the Head of Client Development to lead on building exceptional relationships with senior stakeholders, consulting to leverage further business opportunities. The Head of Client Development will need to be relentless but equally patient in gaining a deep understanding of the business's client and their nuances, consulting with a number of stakeholders to demonstrate how their solutions can bring value to their operation. The scale of the business's client is vast and as such, stakeholders struggle to pull together broader operational synergies, the company have gained a broad context to the business and utilise this to present solutions to consistent operational challenges. The Head of Client Development will need to work the full sales lifecycle, and ensure they remain heavily involved with the client as they sell transitions to implementation. This will support in building true case studies of success that can be utilised as a sales tool for other stakeholders within our client The business s contracts have a tenure of 10 years, however, those contracts are dependent on the products and solutions performance therefore design phase . click apply for full job details

The Company Able Bridge Recruitment are exclusively working with a hospitality business in the Dunkeld & Birnam region in the recruitment of a hotel accountant. Benefits include Gym Membership Employee discount Pension Seasonal employee events Free parking Subsidised restaurant/staff meal allowance This vacancy has been the result of an internal review of the group structure with the finance function being manged offshore by the holding company. We are now however to have an accounting presence onsite. Your day to day reporting line will be to the general manager however you will also have a high degree of contact and guidance from the finance director. The position is stand alone in the sense that you will be the only accounting professional in UK, however there is a high degree of support with some systems already in place. The Responsibilities The purpose of this role is to act as the finance subject mater expert within the hotel(s). You will work with the leadership team to ensure that the accounting function is running efficiently and effectively. You will be maintaining the accounts for 3 trading entities and will be responsible for the delivery of all aspects of accounts from purchase/sales ledger process to cash flow analysis and various forecasting reports. On a day-to-day basis you can expect to be responsible for the following; Record and maintain all day to day financial transactions of the business on their ERP system. Manage day to day banking needs of the organization and update debtors ledger Manage accounts payable to include recording, reconciliation & management of the creditors ledger Prepare and Analyse monthly management accounts. Pro-active contribution to the overall management of accounts and cost management. Preparation of forecasts and annual budgets The Requirements We are ideally looking for a qualified accountant however our client has indicated that they would be open to considering qualified by experience accountants. We are seeking an individual who has experience in either working as an accountant within a hotel or an accounting firm where some of your clients would have been in the hospitality sector. We are also looking for an individual who can manage their own work load and who has the ability to seek solutions to problems. Communication skills and the ability to prioritise are essential success factors for our client. Our client s accounting software is currently not cloud based so applicants will be required to be onsite 5 days per week. They are however looking to move onto a cloud based software in the future. Our client does not hold a license to offer study support so will only consider applicants who are able to work unrestricted within the UK and who are based in the immediate vicinity. If you are interested in hearing more detail about this role or would like to have a confidential chat about a potential career move, please do not hesitate in contacting me.

Head of Finance, 12m FTC, Manufacturing Your new company A leading organisation is seeking a strategic and commercially astute Head of Operations Finance to join its UK & Ireland division. This is a high-impact role within a dynamic, multi-site manufacturing environment, offering the opportunity to influence operational strategy and drive financial performance across the business. Your new role As Head of Operations Finance, you will report directly to the Divisional Finance Director and act as a senior business partner to the Operations function. You will work closely with the Managing Director of Operations and the wider leadership team to deliver meaningful financial insights, support strategic decision-making, and lead a high-performing finance team.Key responsibilities include: Leading the Operations Finance team across multiple sites. Driving reporting cadence for operational KPIs including cost of production, variance analysis, and functional spend. Partnering with manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, and planning teams to identify value-add opportunities. Overseeing payroll processing across UK & Ireland sites. Managing the capital approval process and supporting investment proposals. Delivering financial planning processes including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term projections. Supporting cost efficiency programmes and working capital improvements. Providing ad-hoc financial analysis to support procurement, logistics, and supply chain decisions What you'll need to succeed ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified with strong post-qualification experience. Proven track record in manufacturing finance, ideally within a multi-site/global environment. Experience with SAP and integrated business planning structures. Strong leadership and team development skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Commercially focused with a strategic mindset and resilience in a fast-paced environment. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to shape operational finance strategy in a high-profile role. Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional collaboration. Travel opportunities across UK, Ireland and mainland Europe. A values-driven culture focused on innovation, simplicity, and customer excellence. 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. #

Interim finance role to start as soon as possible Head of Finance / Finance Director (Charity Sector) - Option to work Part-Time or Full-Time Location: Primarily remote, with fortnightly meetings at regional offices in the South West Salary: Competitive day rate available, depending on experience Contract: Interim (with potential for longer-term engagement) Contact: Charles Maidment - Hays Senior Finance Interim Team Are you an experienced finance professional with a strong background in the charity sector? Our client, a well-established charity with a turnover of £3 million, is seeking a Head of Finance / Finance Director to lead their finance function during a pivotal period of growth and transformation. This role offers flexibility - ideal for someone looking to wind down their career and work 2-3 days per week, while also open to candidates seeking a full-time opportunity. Key Responsibilities: Lead the finance team (2 direct reports) and report directly to the CEO Own the budgeting process, cash flow management, and financial strategy Ensure compliance with Charity VAT, SORP, and Gift Aid regulations Provide financial insight into charity retail and income streams Collaborate with the senior leadership team during fortnightly in-person meetings Ideal Candidate: Proven experience in a senior finance role within the charity sector Strong understanding of charity accounting standards and regulatory frameworks Strategic thinker with hands-on financial management skills Comfortable working remotely with occasional travel to the South West Must be qualified to apply (CIMA/ACA/ACCA) This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a values-driven organisation, whether you're seeking a part-time role or a full-time challenge. To express interest or learn more, please contact Charles Maidment at the Hays Senior Finance Interim Team. #

JPMorganChase Internal Audit is an independent function accountable to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, the Office of the Chairman, senior management and our global and local regulators. Internal Audit is comprised of more than 1,000 auditors, located in key locations across the globe, and is responsible for assessing the adequacy of the control environments across the firm's lines of business. As an Audit VP within the EMEA AML/KYC team you will be involved in leading and executing testing engagements. You will be part of a team that assesses 1 st line of defence AML/KYC activities. Areas of focus include reviewing KYC documentation across the International Private Bank (IPB) and International Consumer Bank (ICB) as well as evaluating AML/KYC controls across screening, AML Investigations, SAR filing, sanctions compliance, and MLRO processes in regional and/or global audits. The role is suitable for individuals with financial crime compliance experience with an understanding of AML/KYC regulatory requirements, particularly across the UK and EU. The team leads regional and location audits and has a significant involvement in regulatory interactions. Job responsibilities Executes, documents, and participates in audit engagements, taking ownership for assigned tasks, and produce quality deliverables to both department and professional standards. Leads audit engagements ensuring that audits are executed effectively, timely, and within set budget Works closely with global Audit colleagues in the early identification of emerging control issues and report them in a timely manner to Audit management and business stakeholders. Finalizes audit findings and use judgment to provide an overall opinion on the control environment by developing recommendations to strengthen internal controls. Communicates audit findings to management and identify opportunities for improvement in the design and effectiveness of key controls. Recognizes the confidential nature of Internal Audit communications and access to information; exercise discipline in protecting the confidentiality and security of information in accordance with firm policy. Required qualifications, capabilities and skills Experience of internal or external auditing methodology or have a background in similar functions such as compliance monitoring and testing or controls management. Knowledge and experience of financial crime processes, risks and controls (KYC/AML) is essential. Strong understanding of financial crime compliance regulatory and customer due diligence requirements across jurisdictions such as the UK, EU, Middle East and Africa. Ability to operate as an effective auditor, you will have a strong understanding of internal control concepts and the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of key controls for a given set of risks, including probability and impact of internal control weaknesses. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills in order to build trust and credibility with colleagues and stakeholders, while also influencing the actions of the business to improve its control environment. Proven ability to multi-task and prioritise effectively. Strong analytical skills with thorough attention to detail. Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills KYC and AML financial crime compliance (AML, sanctions, etc.) experience. ACAMs / ICA Diploma or other AML certification (or willing to pursue). ACA, ACCA, CIA certifications or other relevant qualification. Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success. The Audit department provides independent assessments to evaluate, test and report on the adequacy and effectiveness of our governance, risk management and internal controls. The team's priorities are focused on strong governance, transparency, strategic engagement, and fostering a diverse and inclusive culture that develops our talent.

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: PUBLIC SECTOR ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL REPORTING ASSISTANT MANAGER Background Finance functions in the public sector continue to face increasing demands as they try to balance the financial stability of the organisation whilst having to deal with increased complexity, regulatory, structural and accounting changes. These demands and complexities place increasing pressure on the capability and capacity of a number of finance teams. As we look forward these finance functions that have already been through so much, will continue to face challenges and opportunities, whilst trying to deliver the best service to the people they serve. Recognising the challenges faced by many of these finance teams, Grant Thornton is growing its team providing Accounting, Financial Reporting and Finance Function Support to Public Sector organisations. This is a really exciting time to join a growing team passionate about supporting public sector organisations deal with a variety of interesting and complex, financial reporting and accounting challenges. We are looking for an Assistant Manager to join the team as it continues to grow and evolve. This will provide the individual with a unique opportunity to a growing service, in addition to directly supporting Public Sector organisations through their current challenges. Why Grant Thornton Our Public Sector Financial Reporting and Accounting Support ("FRAS") team sits within the Public Sector Assurance practice. The FRAS team provide support to non-audit clients across a range of areas from accounting, financial reporting, finance function support. The broad range of services are all aimed at supporting Finance Directors and finance teams in the public sector find sustainable solutions to complex financial, accounting and finance function challenges. Our UK audit practice is built of over 2300 people working across 24 locations, led by Wendy Russell and supported by 50 audit partners. We're really proud of the strong position our audit practice is in from a wellbeing, resource and quality perspective, the latter of which is shown through our recent positive AQR results. Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals. Our tailored and responsive approach provides the expertise our clients need, enabling them to grow and make the right decisions about their future. Our Public Sector Audit team (of over 470 people) works with some of the country's largest NHS Trusts, Local Authorities and Public Sector bodies. This service expands the work that we do from an assurance perspective beyond audit, building on the reputation and profile the firm has from its audit service, thought leadership and insight. Our size and culture allows us to give you more opportunities within your career. You will have more responsibility for client outputs and more variety in the work you take on and the clients you work with, from NHS to Local Government. You can develop your career in a way that works for you, and the firm, and we'll support you with development programmes and opportunities along the way. Life is about 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, whether that's reduced or condensed hours, job shares, we'll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance. Everyone in the firm is encouraged to work in a hybrid way, want to go for a run at 3pm, or collect children from school? That's fine with us if it fits with your client work. Our framework for how we work underpins our approach, giving us all the confidence to make decisions that work for us, and our teams. Knowing we're right for you Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential. Our open and accessible culture means you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work. A look into the role As an assistant manager within our public sector financial reporting and accounting support team, you will: Responsible for delivery of client fieldwork on specific projects with a focus on quality and meeting risk management procedures. Achieves deadlines in relation to project timescales. Use problem solving skills to work with the project team to solve a number of complex technical matters, including the application of technical accounting. Build and maintain a strong working relationship with your team and our clients. Share thoughts and ideas of potential new service opportunities to help grow the business. Constantly strive to push yourself, and the business, further, knowing you are supported at every stage. Knowing you're right for us Joining us as an assistant manager, the minimum criteria you will need is: Professional Accounting qualification (ACA, ICAS, CA, ACCA or CIPFA) Good knowledge of IFRS accounting standards and their implementation in the public sector to be able to respond accounting and financial reporting queries. Interest in our clients with the confidence to discuss business challenges and needs Interest in maintaining and developing your technical knowledge Beyond the job The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you'll be giving back to society. It's that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm's values - purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind. We're looking for people 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. It's how it should be.

Head of Finance opportunity for growing organisation in Southend-on-Sea Head of Finance & Corporate Services Up to £70,000 p/a + benefits, including flexible and hybrid workingPermanentSouthend Hays Senior Finance is proud to be working in partnership with South Essex Property Services Ltd who are looking to appoint a Head of Finance. This is a pivotal appointment where you will lead and deliver on financial aspects of their ambitious plans. South Essex Property Services (SEPS) is a company within the Southend City Council Group with an annual turnover of £7 million and growing. They are part of the South Essex Homes' Group, which has been providing services to the buildings, open spaces and communities of South Essex since 2005. The group has a proven track record of providing top performing and high-quality property and facility management services. They play a key role in the Essex area, giving opportunities and encouragement to apprentices, while supporting the customers and communities of the town. Through positive and effective engagement, they help to sustain and deliver smarter services using digital means and actively engage in the Smart Cities hub. The Head of Finance and Corporate Services is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). You will help to determine the future direction of the organisation and deliver high quality services in line with their contractual and legal obligations as part of the Southend City Council Group of companies. You will be responsible for a small finance and corporate services team whose responsibility is to produce high quality and insightful management information for managers, SLT, the Board and the Council. You will use your financial and analytical skills to assist with strategic and operational decisions across the organisation. The successful candidate will also lead the work on organisation-wide compliance with accreditations including the Security Industry Accreditation. You will be responsible for the risk management and performance management frameworks within the organisation and report to SLT and the Board on any matters relating to the risk register or performance data. You will also undertake the role of Company Secretary for South Essex Property Services and furnish Companies House with correct and timely information in accordance with their respective statutory requirements The Head of Finance will also oversee the Human Resources services within the organisation supporting HR and ER managers within their roles. You will be responsible for all corporate functions including procurement arrangements, office accommodation, insurance and fleet requirements. SEPS has a collaborative and supportive team culture, so it is essential that you have the ability to "roll up your sleeves" and be involved in the day-to-day operations. In addition, a key element of the role will be leading and influencing others to continue to innovate and improve their financial processes. Why Join SEPS Impactful Work: Play a central role in developing financial plans to grow their impact.Supportive Culture: Join a collaborative team that values innovation and continuous improvement.Great Benefits: Competitive salary, attractive annual leave and flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working. Ready to Make a Difference? If you have the drive, passion, and enthusiasm to help them to achieve their mission and vision, we want to hear from you!For more information about the role and organisation please contact Senan Pierce, Senior Business Director at Hays Senior Finance who is the retained consultant working in partnership with South Essex Property Services Ltd Closing date for all applications: November 2ndFirst Round Interviews will take place: 13th and 14th NovemberSecond Round Interviews will take place: 20th and 21st November All third party & direct applicants will be forwarded directly to Senan Pierce at Hays Senior Finance to be screened as part of the recruitment process. 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. #

On behalf of a reputable and ambitious Multi Academy Trust, we re seeking a Chief Financial Officer who can drive the Trust s continued growth while making a lasting impact on young people s futures The successful CFO will enjoy hybird working, industry-leading benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement, an enhanced pension scheme, and access to health and wellbeing support through Occupational Health. What You ll Do Reporting directly to the CEO, you ll lead all financial aspects of the Trust, ensuring robust strategies and systems are in place to support excellence and sustainable growth. You ll oversee the day-to-day operations of the central finance function, providing strong leadership and guidance to the finance team. You ll add significant value by implementing effective financial controls, processes, and reporting systems that enhance resource management across multiple schools and educational sites. With the Trust s long-term growth plans, this role offers an exciting challenge for the right individual. As a trusted member of the senior leadership team, you ll work closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees, contributing to strategic initiatives that maximise funding, strengthen financial sustainability, and maintain transparency and accountability to stakeholders. What You ll Need We re looking for an experienced senior finance professional who s passionate about making a tangible difference in a highly rewarding environment. To be considered, you ll need: Previous experience as a Finance Director or Chief Finance Officer (CFO) Experience within the education or public sector (beneficial but not essential) A recognised qualification (CIMA / ACCA / ACA) Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to engage key stakeholders across the organisation Role Details Salary: Up to £120,000 Hybrid Working Enhanced annual leave, plus bank holidays Enhanced, company-contributed pension scheme Comprehensive benefits package This role would suit a CFO, Chief Finance Officer, Finance Director, or senior financial leader with experience working within Education Trusts, Academy Trusts, or the wider education sector.

Azure Programme Manager Contract: Fixed-Term Salary: Competitive + Benefits About the Role We are seeking an experienced Azure Programme Manager to lead a major transformation initiative - migrating our organisation from on-premise infrastructure to Microsoft Azure. This is a key strategic role, reporting directly to the Director of IT, and will play a pivotal part in shaping the future of our digital landscape. The successful candidate will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of a large-scale cloud migration programme, working closely with a trusted third-party delivery partner and internal stakeholders. You will ensure that our move to Azure is seamless, secure, and aligned with business goals - driving greater scalability, flexibility, and innovation across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of a significant infrastructure change programme (£500k-£3m). Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, ensuring milestones are achieved on time and within budget. Oversee cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure successful delivery of all migration activities. Manage project budgets and provide transparent cost tracking and reporting. Maintain effective communication with senior stakeholders, providing updates on progress, risks, and issues. Identify and mitigate risks, developing contingency plans to ensure smooth programme delivery. Ensure adherence to project governance, quality standards, and compliance requirements. Collaborate with internal departments to gather requirements, ensure alignment, and manage change effectively. Monitor performance and benefits realisation through KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives. About You Proven track record in programme or project management delivering large-scale infrastructure or cloud migration projects. Strong experience managing third-party suppliers and complex stakeholder environments. Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Experience working within structured governance and project management frameworks. Financial management skills, including budget control and cost reporting. Knowledge of Azure or other cloud platforms is advantageous (though deep technical expertise is not required). Experience working within professional services or highly regulated environments (e.g., legal, finance, public sector) is beneficial. Why Join Us? This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in a major digital transformation programme , enabling our organisation to deliver smarter, more agile IT services. You'll have the chance to influence strategy, drive innovation, and make a lasting impact on our technology landscape.

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons The firm's specialist Innovation & Technology Group, based in London, at the Baker Street office, comprises engineers, software programmers and scientists as well as specialist finance professionals such as auditors and tax accountants all of whom are experienced in claiming R&D tax relief. The Innovation and Technology team provide the following services: Claiming R&D tax relief R&D Allowances (RDAs) Grants Patent Box International R&D relief The successful candidate will get the opportunity to work as part of the wider Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions (CMA) tax team, in a diverse team of highly successful tax and industry specialists. The CMA team provides bespoke taxation services to its clients and deals with all queries from basic compliance through to high-level advisory work. It prepares tax returns and computations, carries out tax planning/consultancy work, and deals with HMRC, clients and third parties. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. This is a client facing role where the consultant will be working with customers primarily in the Financial Services, Fintech and Crypto sectors. A key aspect for this role will be the ability to translate complex ideas into non-technical concepts and communicate these to a broad client base. You'll also be: Undertaking the financial assessment of claims and preparing the financial disclosure which will be submitted to HMRC Preparation and submission of the R&D Additional Information Form and Pre-Notifications Ensuring R&D claims meet the requirements of the relevant tax legislation and guidelines Liaison with our technical tax staff on the preparation of tax documents comprising these R&D claims for submission of claims to HMRC Supporting R&D Tax Relief claims in the event of HMRC R&D enquiries Supporting in the preparation of Patent Box claims Continuously developing own knowledge and skills and to keep technical knowledge up to date You will be required to work closely with the senior financial and technical staff of our clients across the Financial Services and other sectors and will be responsible for analysing the costing elements of their R&D projects. You will also have extensive client communication. As well as working directly with existing clients, you will also be offered the chance to support business development opportunities and cross-sector R&D and Patent Box claims. Key Skills and Qualifications Needed When you join us, we'll make your growth our priority. If you can demonstrate the following skills, we can help you go far. We are looking for someone with: A recognised university degree (MSc/MEng and/or PhD) in a field of Information Technology or Computer Software, with minimum 2-3 years of work experience in your chosen industry as an engineer, scientist, or technical role, with a good sector knowledge. Experience working with software clients or software related R&D tax claims as an R&D tax practitioner, with strong sector knowledge. Experience in dealing with technological challenges faced by industry professionals, such as software architectural design, the enhancement or improvement of software development processes, development of new tools/APIs and improvement to existing tools/APIs. Excellent communication (both spoken and written), curiosity, awareness and an interest in the fields of science, technology and innovation. An active interest in the financial services, fintech and crypto sectors Interact readily with other technical professionals, have outstanding interpersonal skills and excel in eloquence and concise summary of information. Strong attention to detail and first-time accuracy is essential, as well as an interest in project and company finances, strong numerical ability and the application of tax treatment. Proactive in the approach to new work opportunities, whilst being a team player and having an ability to work on own initiative. Ability to project a professional, credible image, trustworthy and able to maintain strict confidentiality. Ability to travel to clients' premises for meetings and on-site reviews as well as other offices as needed. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the 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 in 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 is 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 for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, 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. Rewards & Benefits We offer a wide range of core and voluntary benefits, with a few examples below. Health and Wellness Programmes We promote a positive working environment where our people can thrive. Pension Plan A Group Personal Pension Plan, with matched employer contributions. Private Medical Access to private medical treatment for you and your family. Income Protection Plan Provides a proportion of your basic salary if you suffer a loss of earnings because of illness or injury. Holidays Our holiday benefit enables you to purchase up to 10 days of additional leave. Bike to work scheme A convenient, environmentally friendly and tax-effective way to acquire a bike for travelling to and from work.

Sewell Wallis is working in partnership with a global professional services company based in central Leeds to recruit a motivated and ambitious Financial Accountant on a 3-4 month Fixed Term Contract. As a Financial Accountant, you'll take on a blend of core accounting responsibilities and sector-specific finance tasks, while also supporting key project work focused on streamlining processes. This is a fantastic opportunity to put your stamp on internal operations and contribute to shaping a progressive culture within a thriving global business. This West Yorkshire company champions a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where ideas are shared and innovation is encouraged. You'll be joining a supportive and dynamic finance team that plays a critical role across the business. What will you be doing? Producing management accounts across five business units. Preparing statutory accounts at year-end. Carrying out reconciliations. Completing UK VAT returns. Managing inter-company recharges. Supporting month-end processes and journal entries. Partnering with internal stakeholders across global teams. Driving improvements in daily financial processes. What skills are we looking for? Part-qualified or qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA. Driven, ambitious, and eager to develop. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confident with Excel and data analysis. Proactive attitude and thrives in a fast-paced, sociable team environment. What's on offer? The below benefits are on offer to permanent employees. Competitive salary up to 50,000 (depending on experience). Full study support package. Hybrid working and flexible hours. Regular social events. Modern, well-equipped offices with nearby parking. Just a 10-minute walk from Leeds train station - easy commute! Please apply below or contact Inci Evcil for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

Senior Tax Manager - Belfast - Top 4 Firm Your new company Hays are thrilled to be partnering with this top tier firm. Our client's client's growing Belfast Tax team is seeking experienced candidates in corporate tax to join as a Corporate Tax Senior Manager. Our clients Corporate Tax team specialises in advising local and international businesses on managing their tax affairs in the UK and abroad. Your new role Hays are looking to recruit a Senior Manager based in our clients Belfast office with significant and varied experience of advising both locally and internationally owned businesses, including private equity portfolio companies on a broad range of complex matters. This is a key role in a growing team, working closely with experienced Partners and Directors and having responsibility to develop new client relationships, identifying, and pursuing new opportunities from within our market. You will be responsible for a diverse portfolio of client engagements, including both locally and internationally owned businesses, private equity portfolio companies and family offices and business owners. As a Senior Manager with a corporate tax focus, you will be encouraged to work on a variety of clients and lead projects across several areas, introducing the relevant specialists as appropriate. You will develop market leading relationships with both our interesting clients (including many well-known household names) and internal stakeholders, collaborating across the firm when developing client relationships or delivering complex projects. As a Senior Manager, you will maintain an expert level of relevant tax knowledge, remain up to date with technical developments including changes in tax law and legislation, such that you can advise clients and internal stakeholders on the latest tax technical issues, including delivering sessions at client / knowledge events. Your role includes supervising, coaching, and providing regular feedback to Managers, Senior Associates and Associates within the team while also keeping more senior stakeholders updated on progress. What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will possess initiative, drive, and the proven ability to work with and help lead a growing team, with the personal skills to maintain deep, trusted long-term relationships with our clients and contacts in the market. The successful candidate will have the following skills and experience: Relevant and up-to-date UK tax knowledge - varied experience of more complex tax issues facing both locally and internationally owned businesses and private equity portfolio companies. Strong project management skills - ability to manage several demanding client projects while remaining resilient and planning workload for self and others. Excellent communication skills - the candidate will be expected to be the point of contact on complex client engagements in their portfolio while supporting a range of stakeholders including client contacts and PwC staff. Excellent written communication - providing thorough and robust review of all written deliverables, including reports, technical memos and other concise advice for clients. Coaching and delegation - the successful candidate will help other Senior Managers and Managers in the team coach, develop and delegate to a team of associates and senior associates, helping them grow their tax technical expertise alongside their client management skills. Efficient use of technology - in managing client and contact relationships, pursuing opportunities, and overseeing the delivery of analysis and written deliverables. Evidence of contributing to business development activity and winning new client work ACA and/or CTA qualified with at least 4 years post-qualification experience. What you'll get in return Exposure to a varied and interesting client base A collaborative and supportive leadership team and peer group Local clients 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. #

Sewell Wallis are working with a well-established local manufacturing business based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. They are looking for Accounts Administrator to support their finance team at a transactional level, taking responsibility for their accounts payable and receivable ledgers. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with relevant experience who wants to develop their skills further within a stable and growing company and take ownership of crucial finance functions within the business. What will you be doing? Supporting the accounts payable and receivable functions, including processing invoices and tracking payments. Raising customer invoices and ensuring accuracy across ledgers. Carrying out data entry of purchase invoices and maintaining up-to-date records. Reconciling supplier statements and investigating any discrepancies. Conducting regular bank reconciliations and supporting month-end processes. Liaising with suppliers and customers to resolve invoice and payment queries efficiently. Providing general administrative support to the finance team, including filing and maintaining records. Assisting with ad hoc finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Managing your own workload effectively to meet business deadlines. What skills are we looking for? Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, even when working under pressure. Proficiency in Excel and experience with Sage is advantageous. Good written and verbal communication skills to liaise with internal teams and suppliers. Organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively. A proactive, self-motivated attitude with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A basic understanding of accounting principles or previous experience in a finance environment essential. What's on offer? Free on-site parking. Flexible hours. Hybrid working (1/2 days from home). Please apply below or contact Eleanor Kirk for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

Job description Are you a driven and ambitious graduate ready to step into the world of tax and finance? Or perhaps you're in your final year and preparing for the next chapter after graduation. At MHA, we're not just offering you a job; we're inviting you to embark on a transformative journey where your skills will flourish, and your aspirations will be nurtured. Why MHA? We are ranked among the UK's top 15 accountancy firms, and we are proud to be part of Baker Tilly International, the 8th largest global network. We're passionate about people and committed to leading with ambition. Our graduate scheme is designed for you to put your academic knowledge into practice and become a crucial asset for our clients. From day one, you will be making an impact. We work a diverse range of sectors including fashion, leisure, hospitality, renewable energy, gaming, and motorsports. This exposure will provide you with a broad perspective and varied experiences that will enrich your professional journey. With a track record of winning prestigious awards, we're an exciting firm to join, offering you a front-row seat to impactful work and professional growth. What you will enjoy at MHA A Competitive Salary and Benefits: Enjoy a graduate salary package that values your contribution from the start. Hybrid Working: Benefit from flexible working hours and the option to work from home, allowing you to manage your work and study effectively. Full Study Support: Gain a globally recognised qualification with comprehensive support from award-winning training providers. Hands-On Experience: Dive into practical, on-the-job training and build valuable client relationships early on. Career Growth: We are globally united through Baker Tilly International, providing you with access to both our national and an extensive global network. There are opportunities for secondments and you will gain experience with a diverse range of clients, from pioneering entrepreneurs to international business groups. A Supportive Network: Join a vibrant, social community where mentors and peers are dedicated to your success and personal development. Your career path is yours to shape: Many of our Partners, Directors, and Managers started their journey with us through our graduate programme and have become inspiring leaders at MHA. The opportunities are endless, and you have the freedom to shape your career path in any direction you choose. Working for an Award-Winning Firm We're thrilled to have been recognised with top accolades, including Best Advisory Services at the Business Resilience Awards and multiple titles at the British Accountancy Awards, such as National Firm of the Year and Graduate Programme of the Year. We've also earned the prestigious GOLD award for Investors in People, highlighting our commitment to putting people first. Your Impact and Responsibilities Our tax professionals are innovative problem-solvers who guide businesses and individuals in optimising their finances throughout their entire lifecycle. With the tax landscape constantly evolving, you'll face exciting challenges, receive ongoing development with support every step of the way. You will start by learning the fundamentals, including: Technical Tax Research: Investigate complex tax issues and stay updated with the latest tax legislation and case law. Producing Tax Computations: Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely tax returns for a wide range of clients. Advising Clients on Their Tax Requirements: Provide tailored advice to clients, helping them navigate their tax obligations and optimise their tax positions. Negotiating with HM Revenue & Customs: Liaise with HMRC on behalf of clients to resolve queries and disputes. Studying towards your Professional Qualification (ATT Level 5 and CTA level 7) We're dedicated to ensuring you receive the experience, personal development, and training needed to make your career both stimulating and rewarding. We'll carefully balance your hands-on experience with professional training to support your journey towards achieving your qualification. You'll be paired with mentors and tutors who will guide and support you every step of the way, ensuring your progress and development stay on track. What We're Looking For While a background in finance is not essential, we are looking for graduates who have achieved, or are on track to achieve, a 2:1 or above in their degree, alongside a minimum of 112 UCAS points (or equivalent), which may include qualifications such as Scottish Highers (ABBB) or HNC/HND. A genuine passion for a career in tax and finance, combined with the ambition to thrive, is what truly counts. Make 2026 YOUR year! Our 2026 graduate programme opens the door to a career where ambition is encouraged, your skills will grow, and your contribution will matter from day one. This could be the start of something exciting and rewarding. Are you ready to begin your journey? Apply today! Advice for Your Application We are here to support you every step of the way, starting with your application. Our best advice is simple: be true to yourself. Technology is always evolving and the role of AI is growing every day. AI can be a helpful tool, but if you choose to use it in your application, please ensure it reflects your authentic voice and personal experiences. At MHA we value different perspectives and backgrounds. That diversity is what drives innovation and keeps us moving forward. We want to see what makes you unique, including your ideas, your experiences and your personality. Applications that capture your authentic self help us get to know the real you. HINT: Check out our employability hub for more tips! Our application form takes just a few minutes to complete and includes some diversity questions. MHA is a committed member of Access Accountancy and as such, we track our diversity stats and actively work to improve on these, year on year, looking at new ways to promote our roles to the widest audience. Any data collected is fully anonymised before sharing with any external parties, as per our Data Protection Policy and is not visible to hiring managers, or used in any way during the selection process.

Part-Time Finance Director Borehamwood 2-3 days per week 90,000 - 110,000 pro rata We're partnering with a growing and established business in the Borehamwood area to appoint a Part-Time Finance Director. This newly created role will work closely with the leadership team to define and deliver the company's financial strategy as it enters its next phase of growth. The position calls for a strategic and commercially minded finance leader - someone comfortable operating at Board level, driving funding initiatives, and ensuring the business remains financially robust as it expands. Key Responsibilities Shape and deliver the company's medium- and long-term financial strategy, supporting continued growth and investment. Lead on fundraising and capital planning, building relationships with banks, investors, and other external partners. Provide insightful financial guidance to the Board, ensuring decisions are informed by sound financial analysis and modelling. Oversee performance reporting, forecasting and scenario planning to support strategic decision-making. Drive initiatives to optimise capital structure, cashflow and return on investment. Strengthen financial governance and ensure the right systems, processes and controls are in place to support sustainable growth. Partner with the wider leadership team on commercial projects and strategic investments. Mentor and develop the existing finance function to ensure it operates efficiently and effectively. About You You'll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a proven track record in senior finance leadership. You'll bring strategic acumen, commercial gravitas and experience of raising capital or managing investor relations in a fast-evolving business environment. You'll be confident presenting at Board level, comfortable challenging and influencing senior stakeholders, and capable of blending big-picture strategic thinking with sound financial stewardship. This is a rare opportunity to take on a high-impact, part-time strategic leadership role, working with an ambitious and entrepreneurial management team in a business poised for further growth. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

Financial Controller - London - c£120K My client is seeking a Financial Controller to lead multi-entity finance operations for a fast-growing international business. Reporting to the Finance Director, you'll manage reporting, audits, cashflow, and controls, while driving NetSuite optimisation and automation to streamline financial processes and support scalable growth. Role & Responsibilities: Manage multi-entity accounting and finance operations Deliver accurate monthly management accounts and oversee statutory audits Lead cashflow, treasury, and working capital management Ensure compliance with IFRS/UK GAAP and maintain strong internal controls Optimise and automate financial processes across order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, and record-to-report cycles Oversee and enhance finance systems, particularly NetSuite Partner with stakeholders to support strategic growth and decision-making Skills & Qualifications: Qualified accountant ( ACA/ACCA ) 5+ years' experience in finance leadership roles within high-growth or multi-country environments Strong technical knowledge of IFRS/UK GAAP Proven experience with NetSuite Skilled in finance automation, systems integration, and process improvement Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Fluency in French is a bonus! Benefits: Hybrid working - 2 days remote per week Collaborative, international culture built on innovation and growth Opportunity to make a high-impact contribution to a scaling, profitable business Dynamic environment with real ownership and career growth potential Please note all candidates must have the full right to work in the UK to be considered for this role. If you are interested in this position please send your CV to or call me to discuss this role in further detail.

Sales Ledger/Purchase Ledger Wetherby £24,700 Basic plus annual £4k Bonus paid monthly achievable every month. Hybrid after training 3 days home working 2 days office. 25 days holiday plus banks. One of my lovely, established manufacturing clients based in Wetherby, are looking for an experienced Account - Finance Administrator to support their busy finance team. The role will consist of various support within the team for particular finance processes. They are a super Global company that have excellent benefits, very friendly teams and employees Christmas shut down every year. The role is assisting with the sales & purchase ledger, setting up new customer accounts, there will be some customs documentation to check and complete which has full training and you will also assist with finance reports so will need to be familiar with Microsoft Excel. The role will need someone that has experience processing high volume and complex purchase and sales ledger as this is a really demanding role. There are 3 different accountancy systems used, organisation and attention to detail is crucial for the success for the role for the client. As the Accounts Administrator you will manage a portfolio of clients that have multiple accounts, multiple currencies and complex actions on all accounts. If you have managed sales or purchase ledger I would be equally as interested to speak with you about this position. Ensuring all payments are approved Answering invoice queries with customers and investigating payments - credits BACS allocation - Cheque allocation Posting of purchase invoices Sales Ledger Excel reporting As the accounts administrator you will also prepare other finance office administrative, some bank reconciliation additional to the role to support the customer service teams and management. You may have processed invoices previously and have some finance administrative support experience, my client is looking for someone with genuine accounts interest and exposure. I am ideally looking for someone that can interview ASAP to meet the Finance Director and the team. I have immediate start date available, but the client will of course wait for a 4 week notice period. I look forward to receiving your application, thank you for applying. Office hours are 08 45 Monday to Friday. 25 days holiday plus banks. 5% pension contribution. Christmas Closure until the New Year. Private Healthcare. I have immediate start date available and look forward to receiving your application, thank you for applying. Lisa Recruitment Specialist FARR Associates Recruitment Limited

Job details Location: Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds, London, Manchester Capability: Tax & Law Experience Level: Junior Professional Type: Full Time Service Line: FOPC&R Contract type: Permanent Job description Private Client & Reward Tax Academy - 2026 Base Location : London, South, North, Midlands, Scotland KPMG's Private Client & Rewards Tax Team have a fantastic opportunity for individuals who have previous work experience and are now looking for a new career, with no prior Tax experience required. We are currently seeking top talent to further enhance the team's exceptional reputation If you like problem solving, working with people, really understanding how business works and developing strong client relationships, then the KPMG Private Client & Reward Tax Academy is for you! We are looking to recruit motivated individuals across the UK who are seeking a real challenge to develop and be curious about the world around them. We recognise that brilliant people with the skills needed to shine in our business have a huge variety of experiences and backgrounds. The Assessment Day to be held in person on 8th December 2025 in Canary Wharf, London If you are successful at Assessment, you will join us in undertaking a technical training programme for 10 weeks starting on 2nd March 2026. You will be assigned to a local office, and the training will be delivered partly remotely and partly in person at our Reading office with full support and ongoing on the job training. To apply all we ask for apply is that you have: At least 2 years of UK career experience in a relevant background highlighting transferable skills The permanent right to work in the UK. You can start the training on 2 nd March 2026 Relevant = evident transferrable skills in areas such as sales, research, client management, communication, analysis and could include law, teaching, armed forces, finance, or comparable areas. Why Join KPMG as an Assistant: Private Client, Equity Reward & Valuations? This is an exciting opportunity for someone who would like to be part of successful and growing teams. The Family Office, Private Client, Valuations and Equity Reward practice is a fast-growing and dynamic business, currently with 13 partners and approximately 300 professional staff located across the UK. We work to support our portfolio of clients with a variety of People Taxes issues. The team is collaborative, with individuals based nationwide. We embraced hybrid and flexible working long before it became the norm! Our team has a mix of backgrounds and whatever your background we will give you the support, encouragement, and training to thrive at KPMG. What will you be doing? Working as a key member of the team to provide Family Office, Private Client, Equity Reward and Valuations advice to a broad range of clients helping them to achieve their commercial objectives. This role involves working on a range of projects. Providing high quality tax advisory and tax valuation services across a broad spectrum of clients including private individuals, family offices and corporate clients. Maintaining, developing, and managing KPMG's strong relationships with clients with regular interactions; helping to present reports and analysis and day-to-day management of projects. Developing innovative solutions and opportunities for our clients, and being part of initiatives to bring those solutions to market. Supporting sales initiatives and cultivating strong client relationships. In time, developing more junior members of the team from both a technical and commercial perspective. Working closely with senior managers, directors and partners who will provide you with the support and opportunities to assist you in realising your full potential. Partnering with cross-functional teams to provide integrated, holistic advice on business challenges. Delivering expert guidance on complex technical tax matters and contributing to the team's knowledge base. What will you need to do it? Takes ownership of work and projects, follows through reliably. Demonstrates ambition, motivation, and a strong work ethic. Maintains energy and a constructive attitude, even under pressure. Comfortable in a fluid, changing work environment. Works cooperatively and respectfully with colleagues, clients, and the wider community. Enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds and disciplines. Works independently while contributing effectively to team goals. Seeks feedback, learns from experience, and pursues development opportunities. Keen to identify and pursue business opportunities. Builds internal and external networks to support opportunity identification. Open-minded, analytical, and eager to explore new ideas. Investigates, evaluates, and integrates information to address core issues. Takes pride in producing high-quality, accurate work. Explains complex information clearly, both verbally and in writing. Communicates in an open, honest, consistent, and clear manner. Proactively delivers excellent service to clients. Builds the organisation's reputation through high standards of work and deep knowledge. To discuss this or wider Tax roles with our recruitment team, all you need to do is apply, create a profile, upload your CV, and begin to make your mark with KPMG. Our Locations: We are open to talk to talent across the country but our core hubs for the team are: London Bristol Leeds Manchester Birmingham Edinburgh Find out more: Within Tax we have a range of divisions and specialisms. Click the links to find out more below: Tax at KPMG Tax & Law (kpmgcareers.co.uk) About our firm: About our firm (kpmgcareers.co.uk) KPMG Culture. Being Inclusive: Being inclusive (kpmgcareers.co.uk) KPMG Workability and Disability confidence: Need Support? 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Job description Are you a driven and ambitious individual looking to kickstart your career in tax and finance? At MHA, we're not just offering you a job; we're inviting you to embark on a transformative journey where your skills will flourish, and your aspirations will be nurtured. Why MHA? We are ranked among the UK's top 15 accountancy firms, and we are proud to be part of Baker Tilly International, the 8th largest global network. We're passionate about people and committed to leading with ambition. Our apprenticeship programme is designed to give you a head start in your career while gaining valuable 'on-the-job' experience and a recognised qualification, all without the burden of student debt. Imagine becoming the go-to person for your clients, fully qualified in less than five years! We work a diverse range of sectors including fashion, leisure, hospitality, renewable energy, gaming, and motorsports. This exposure will provide you with a broad perspective and varied experiences that will enrich your professional journey. With a track record of winning prestigious awards, we're an exciting firm to join, offering you a front-row seat to impactful work and professional growth. What You Will Enjoy at MHA A Competitive Salary and Benefits: Enjoy an apprenticeship salary package that values your contribution from the start. Hybrid Working: Benefit from flexible working hours and the option to work from home, allowing you to manage your work and study effectively. Full Study Support: Gain a globally recognised ICAEW qualification with comprehensive support from top-notch training providers, Kaplan or First Intuition. Hands-On Experience: Dive into practical, on-the-job training and build valuable client relationships early on. Career Growth: We are globally united through Baker Tilly International, providing you with access to both our national and an extensive global network. There are opportunities for secondments, and you will gain experience with a diverse range of clients, from pioneering entrepreneurs to international business groups. A Supportive Network: Join a vibrant, social community where mentors and peers are dedicated to your success and personal development. Your career path is yours to shape: Many of our Partners, Directors, and Managers started their journey with us through our apprenticeship programme and have become inspiring leaders at MHA. The opportunities are endless, and you have the freedom to shape your career path in any direction you choose. Working for an Award-Winning Firm We're thrilled to have been recognised with top accolades, including Best Advisory Services at the Business Resilience Awards and multiple titles at the British Accountancy Awards, such as National Firm of the Year and Non-Graduate Programme of the Year. We've also earned the prestigious GOLD award for Investors in People, highlighting our commitment to putting people first. Your Impact and Responsibilities Our tax professionals are innovative problem-solvers who guide businesses in optimising their finances throughout their entire lifecycle. With the tax landscape constantly evolving, you'll face exciting challenges, receive ongoing development with support every step of the way. As a Tax Associate, you'll experience the power of collaboration as you work with diverse teams on real projects. Start by learning the fundamentals, including: Technical tax research, Producing tax computations, Advising clients on their tax requirements and, Negotiating with HM Revenue & Customs. Studying towards Professional Qualification (ATT Level 5 and CTA level 7) We're dedicated to ensuring you receive the experience, personal development, and training needed to make your career both stimulating and rewarding. We'll carefully balance your hands-on experience with professional training to support your journey towards achieving your qualification. You'll be paired with mentors and tutors who will guide and support you every step of the way, ensuring your progress and development stay on track. What We're Looking For While a background in finance is not required, we do ask that applicants for our tax trainee programme have achieved or are predicted to achieve at least 112 UCAS Points from 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, all achieved during the same exam year. This excludes General Studies. A genuine passion for a career in tax and finance, combined with the ambition to thrive, is what truly counts. Make 2026 YOUR year! Our 2026 apprenticeship programme opens the door to a career where ambition is encouraged, your skills will grow, and your contribution will matter from day one. This could be the start of something exciting and rewarding. Are you ready to begin your journey? Apply today! Advice for Your Application We are here to support you every step of the way, starting with your application. Our best advice is simple: be true to yourself. Technology is always evolving and the role of AI is growing every day. AI can be a helpful tool, but if you choose to use it in your application, please ensure it reflects your authentic voice and personal experiences. At MHA we value different perspectives and backgrounds. That diversity is what drives innovation and keeps us moving forward. We want to see what makes you unique, including your ideas, your experiences and your personality. Applications that capture your authentic self help us get to know the real you. HINT: Check out our employability hub for more tips! Our application form takes just a few minutes to complete and includes some diversity questions. MHA is a committed member of Access Accountancy and as such, we track our diversity stats and actively work to improve on these, year on year, looking at new ways to promote our roles to the widest audience. Any data collected is fully anonymised before sharing with any external parties, as per our Data Protection Policy and is not visible to hiring managers, or used in any way during the selection process.