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Our client is London's first integrated tertiary education group, dedicated to learner-centred, skills-focused education. Their network works to challenge social and economic inequalities through applied education, insight and partnership. They connect potential to opportunity, enabling individuals to thrive and contribute to society. As an employer and skills-led organisation, they deliver excellent teaching that supports future talent and careers in London and beyond. Our client is seeking an exceptional Group Director of Finance to provide strategic leadership across their Group. The successful candidate will ensure the Group's sustainable financial health, support executive decision-making through expert financial advice and scenario modelling and lead, mentor and empower senior finance leaders. Key responsibilities include driving continuous improvement and digital transformation in finance reporting and systems, overseeing statutory reporting, audit, treasury, tax, pensions and payroll, and ensuring robust financial governance and compliance. The role involves advising at executive and Board meetings across the Group, and playing a central role in long-term financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and investment appraisal. Applicants must hold a formal accounting qualification and have significant senior financial leadership experience in complex, multi-entity organisations. Experience in Further or Higher Education is desirable. Our client has appointed FE Associates to support them with this important appointment. Prior to submitting an application, interested parties are advised to arrange a conversation with our recruitment partner, by emailing , to discuss this opportunity before the closing date. Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 19 May 2026 Interviews: Week commencing Monday 1 June 2026

Client Manager / Accounts Senior - Stalybridge, Manchester Salary: £38,000 - £50,000 - Hybrid working and flexible hours Client Manager / Accounts Senior Description: Join a leading accountancy practice as a Client Manager / Accounts Senior in Stalybridge, Manchester. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of clients, developing client relationships, while overseeing the quality of work produced by a talented team. Client Manager / Accounts Senior - Responsibilities: Manage and oversee a portfolio of clients, ensuring exceptional service and satisfaction. Review and ensure the accuracy and compliance of work produced by the team. Provide expert advice and insights to clients to aid in their financial decision-making. Collaborate with team members to improve processes and deliver outstanding results. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations and best practices. Client Manager / Accounts Senior - Benefits: Competitive salary ranging from £38,000 to £50,000. Opportunity to work with a diverse client base and a supportive team. Professional development and career advancement opportunities. Hybrid and flexible hours Client Manager / Accounts Senior - Requirements: Proven experience in a similar role within an accountancy practice. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple clients and projects effectively. Professional qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA) are desirable. Vaisto Recruitment offers a generous referral scheme. If you refer a practice candidate to us (who is not already registered), as a thank you, you will receive a voucher up to the value of £1000. Vouchers are paid on successful completion of the referral's probation period. The above vacancy is only one of many that we are handling. Vaisto Recruitment specializes in permanent and contract practice assignments including: Audit Partner / Audit Director / Audit Associate Director / Audit Manager / Audit Senior / Audit Associate / Audit Semi Senior Business Services Partner / Business Services Director / Business Services Manager / Business Services Associate / Accounts Senior / Accounts Associate Tax Partner / Tax Director / Tax Manager / Tax Senior Manager / Tax Senior / Tax Semi Senior Accounts Partner / Accounts Director / Accounts Manager / Accounts Senior / Accounts Semi Senior Corporate Finance Partner / Corporate Finance Director / Corporate Finance Manager / Corporate Finance Executive / Corporate Finance Senior M&A Payroll Bureau Practice Managers

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 Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. 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. Overview As an Associate Director within the growing Advisory team in BDO's International Institutions and Donor Assurance (IIDA) department, you will play a senior leadership role in securing and delivering evaluation and value for money audit assignments. You will lead and develop teams of junior managers, consultants and analysts, ensuring high quality delivery across complex international engagements. Alongside delivery, you will contribute to business development activity and work closely with IIDA leadership to support the continued growth of the practice. You will work on assignments for a wide range of international donor organisations across the globe, including UN bodies, multilateral development banks, EU institutions, government development agencies and charitable foundations. Through this work, you will help clients improve performance and accountability, supporting positive economic, social and political outcomes in countries worldwide. You'll be someone with: Strong written and spoken English skills, and an ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and constructive manner. A higher degree or professional qualification in public policy/finance, climate finance, international development, economics or operational research. Demonstrable experience of delivering OECD/DAC-based evaluations, value for money audits / assessments and/or organisational reviews. A genuine interest in international development and working in a multi-cultural context. Demonstrable business development success & experience of managing teams of 3-7 people, and projects lasting from 1 to 24 months. 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. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. 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 our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach 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.

Deputy Chief Resilience and Security Officer page is loaded Deputy Chief Resilience and Security Officerremote type: Hybridlocations: London: Yorktime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R Job Type: Permanent Build a brilliant future with Hiscox Position: Deputy CRSO Reporting to: Chief Resilience and Security Officer (CRSO) Location: London or York, UK The Role The Deputy CRSO builds strong, productive relationships across our global stakeholder and partner community and is responsible for day-to-day engagement with each of our Business Units and Regions. You will work closely with the CRSO and leadership team to support the development and execution of our strategy, programme and operating model, driving maturity and continuous improvement across all areas. You will support regulatory reporting, Board reporting, risk reporting and internal/external audits.This is a high-profile role, interacting with our most senior stakeholders and representing the CRSO at various internal and external working groups and committees. You will need excellent communication and presentation skills, have breadth and depth of experience in the operational resilience and security domains, and will fully understand the regulatory and risk landscape that we operate in.You will be responsible for working across the department, focussing on day-to-day productivity and ensuring coordinated, efficient and optimised service delivery across teams. You will monitor and manage the overall team performance and ensure that adequate resource and capacity plans are maintained. On occasion you will be required to fully deputise for the CRSO - acting with delegated authority.The Deputy CRSO is a member of the Resilience and Security Leadership Team. The role is based in London or York (UK) and is a permanent position. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain stakeholder maps and business engagement plans, understand business strategies in detail, including their priorities and the services needed from Resilience and Security. Enable integrated delivery to the Business across all core CRSO services, providing a single point of contact and establishing an aggregate view of risks, projects and initiatives for each Business Unit. Ensure stakeholders understand risks relating to their environment and appropriate prioritisation is placed on remediation priorities to address out of tolerance risks. Monitor and manage the day-to-day performance, productivity and efficiency of the function identifying areas for optimisation to drive continuous improvement. Continuously assess, mature and optimise our ways of working. Support the leadership team in the development and delivery of the Resilience and Security strategy and associated initiatives ensuring alignment to Business and adjacent Group strategies. Build and manage our long-term strategic relationships with internal stakeholders and regulators. Monitor the risk and regulatory landscape and plan initiatives to meet emerging requirements. Represent the CRSO at internal and external governance boards and working groups. Manage and maintain our current risk and audit commitments, including reporting. Build and manage our partner relationships with third party suppliers and professional networks. Actively identify and promote new initiatives, build business cases and measure benefits realisation. Coach and mentor the wider team and build an environment that promotes a culture of technical excellence and collaboration. Identify, measure and manage our key performance metrics across all services and contracts including KPIs, KRIs and SLAs and identify areas for improvement across the department and wider organisation. Candidate Profile Minimum of 10 years' experience in security and resilience management - with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Experience within Insurance (ideally) or wider FS sector Proven track record of building high performing teams and capabilities. Breadth and depth of knowledge across the security and resilience domains, including strategy, design, operating models, frameworks, assurance and operations. Excellent technical knowledge of controls, preferably gained from hands on experience. Excellent knowledge of current and emerging threats, risks and regulatory requirements for cybersecurity and operational resilience in financial services (preferably insurance). Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage budgets and prepare financial forecasts. Highly effective communication and stakeholder management skills. Competent knowledge of risk management frameworks. Experience identifying and planning security initiatives and building investment cases. Strong leadership and team management skills and experience, with the ability to motivate and develop people. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or equivalent certification is desirable. About Hiscox As an international specialist insurer we are far removed from the world of mass market insurance products. Instead we are selective and focus on our key areas of expertise and strength - all of which is underpinned by a culture that encourages us to challenge convention and always look for a better way of doing things. We insure the unique and the interesting. And we search for the same when it comes to talented people. Hiscox is full of smart, reliable human beings that look out for customers and each other. We believe in doing the right thing, making good and rebuilding when things go wrong. Everyone is encouraged to think creatively, challenge the status quo and look for solutions. Scratch beneath the surface and you will find a business that is solid, but slightly contrary. We like to do things differently and constantly seek to evolve. We might have been around for a long time (our roots go back to 1901), but we are young in many ways, ambitious and going places. Some people might say insurance is dull, but life at Hiscox is anything but. If that sounds good to you, get in touch. Diversity and Hybrid working At Hiscox we care about our people. We hire the best people for the job and we're committed to diversity and creating a truly inclusive culture, which we believe drives success. We have also learned over the past few years that working life doesn't always have to be in the office, and now it is safe to do so we have introduced hybrid working to encourage a healthy work life balance.This hybrid working model is set by the team rather than the business to enable you to manage your own personal work-life balance. We see it as the best of both worlds; structure and sociability on one hand, and independence and flexibility on the other. Work with amazing people and be part of a unique culture If you want to help build a brilliant future; work with amazing people; be part of a unique company culture; and, of course, enjoy great employee benefits that take care of your mental and physical wellbeing, come and join us.

Lift & Escalator Engineering Consultant Location: London / Sussex UK (with occasional travel) About the Company We are working with a highly respected independent engineering consultancy specialising in the vertical transportation of people and goods, including lifts, escalators, and specialist transportation systems. The company has built a strong reputation across the industry for delivering independent technical expertise, innovative solutions, and trusted advice to developers, property owners, consultants and facilities managers across the UK and internationally. The business is led by one of the most reputable and respected figures within the lift and escalator sector. The company prides itself on maintaining exceptionally high professional standards and fostering an environment where talented engineers can build long-term careers. This is an opportunity to join a consultancy that values expertise, invests in its people, and offers the right individual the chance to progress through the ranks and develop a lasting career within the industry . The Role Due to continued growth, our client is seeking a Lift & Escalator Consulting Engineer to join its expanding team. This role would suit an experienced lift industry professional looking to broaden their career within consultancy. The position involves providing independent technical advice, carrying out site surveys and audits, supporting project work, and liaising with clients and contractors. For the right individual, this role offers genuine career progression , with opportunities to grow into senior consultancy and leadership positions within the business. Key Responsibilities Carry out site inspections, surveys and technical assessments of lift and escalator installations Conduct maintenance audits and performance reviews of vertical transportation systems Review LOLER inspection reports and statutory documentation Provide technical advice on maintenance strategies, upgrades and modernisation projects Prepare technical reports, specifications and consultancy documentation Attend and run client meetings , ensuring clear communication and accurate minutes Liaise with clients, contractors, maintenance providers and project teams Assist in the management and delivery of consultancy projects Ensure compliance with current legislation, safety regulations and relevant industry standards Candidate Requirements Minimum 5 years experience in the lift and escalator industry to at least technician level (If only lift experience is held, escalator training will be provided) Minimum HNC in Lift, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Degree level or above preferred) Preferably IEng or CEng registered with the Engineering Council (ECUK) If not currently registered, a willingness to work towards this status Preferably a Fellow of a Professional Engineering Institution (PEI) Alternatively Associate Member or Member with a willingness to progress to Fellow status Sound knowledge of legislation and standards applicable to lifts and escalators Computer literate , particularly with Microsoft Office products Good interpersonal and communication skills Ability to run meetings and accurately record minutes A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop The ability to recognise when support is required and ask for guidance Willingness to travel occasionally (sporadic and dependent on project workload) Salary & Benefits Salary depending on experience Car allowance Additional benefits package Professional development support Assistance towards professional accreditation and career progression Career Opportunity This role offers more than just a job. They are committed to supporting engineers who demonstrate dedication, professionalism and ambition. The right person will be supported in developing their expertise and progressing within the consultancy, building a long-term career with a highly respected organisation in the lift and escalator industry .

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Shared Service Centre team (SSC) provides essential support to a number of teams across our firm. As well as assisting on large-scale operations, beyond the capacity of a core specialist team, they provide the unparalleled expertise we need to keep moving forward. As part of this friendly department, you'll have the chance to work on exciting projects and develop your skillset. There's real opportunity, making it a great chance to use industry knowledge and experience to solve problems in your next career step, or it can be a place to learn if you're just starting out. If you want to work on important projects and explore your potential, we'll give you the friendly, supportive working environment to go far. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations 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 them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The role The firm is looking to recruit a n SSC Associate who will join the ATEQA Team (After The Event Q uality Assurance) within BDO's Shared Service Centre (SSC) Internal Compliance Area, based in Liverpool City Centre. This will be a challenging and rewarding role where you will be involved in the administration and assurance of the firm's Conflicts of Interest (COI), Know Your Customer (KYC) & Anti-Money Laundering (AML) requirements, and on-line management system s (Including CMS & CTO2 ). Successful applicants will be required to engage with Partners and senior stakeholders to discuss the 7 key risk areas identified by BDO (AML, Ethics & Independence, Conflicts, Reputational, Execution, Commercial, Network), and any mitigations provided for these risks. You'll be someone with: Knowledge and experience of the Anti -Money Laundering Regulations , and the implementation /application of these regulations in real world scenarios . IT skills - strong working knowledge of MS Office including Access, Outlook, Power P oint , Internet research. Well presented with a professional level of communication . Strong v erbal communication, and experience dealing with difficult conversations and ; Strong written communication with experience collating information into navigable and clear reports , with a high-level summary of key points. Experience with time management and meeting deadlines. A bility to prioritise and support an organised workload. You'll preferably have: Experience and knowledge of heightening risk factors within AML/KYC, and appropriate mitigating points. Knowledge of business/key terms within the Accounting/Audit/Professional Services industry, and the application of AML principles in these areas. Detailed understanding of typical corporate structures, ultimate beneficial ownership of organisations/entities and appreciation of influence and control over bodies corporate. Ability to use own initiative and take a risk based approach. Good telephone manner. We'll value you You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect 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 and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Job Purpose We are seeking an experienced Benefits Team Leader to join the Benefits service on a temporary basis. The postholder will lead, manage, and coordinate the Housing Benefit Team, supporting the wider Revenues, Benefits and Customer Contact (RBCC) service to ensure the effective delivery of service objectives and performance targets. A key focus of the role will be effective use and oversight of the Academy system , ensuring accuracy, performance, and compliance across all benefits processes. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and develop the Housing Benefits team to deliver a high-quality, compliant, and customer-focused service aligned to agreed performance targets. Ensure effective use of the Academy system , maintaining high standards of data accuracy, workflow management, and system performance. Monitor, analyse, and report on team and service performance, using system data to drive improvements and corrective actions. Ensure accurate and timely processing of Housing Benefit and associated claims in line with current legislation and guidance. Oversee complex and sensitive benefits cases, providing technical guidance and decision-making support to the team. Maintain oversight of data integrity and reporting outputs within Academy, ensuring compliance and audit readiness. Support the wider Revenues, Benefits and Customer Contact service, working collaboratively across teams to achieve shared objectives. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including optimising processes and system usage. Deputise for senior management where required, representing the service in meetings and decision-making forums. Ensure all activities align with corporate policies, service standards, and statutory obligations. Person Specification Essential Criteria Proven experience in a supervisory or management role within a high-volume, customer-focused Revenues and Benefits environment. Strong working knowledge of Housing Benefit and/or Council Tax Support legislation. Hands-on experience using the Academy Benefits system , including workflow management, processing, and reporting. Experience of managing performance using system data, with the ability to drive service improvements. Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff. Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. Analytical and solution-focused approach, with the ability to interpret data and resolve complex issues.

Seeking a Senior Audit Associate to join the Corporate Audit team of renowned accountancy firm, to be based on the western outskirts of Birmingham. The role would suit someone who has qualified ACA or ACCA and has significant previous audit experience gained in a UK accountancy practice environment. This firm offers a friendly, supportive working environment where talented people can thrive and along with a competitive salary you will enjoy a comprehensive flexible benefits package and a flexible approach to the working environment. As Senior Audit Associate your responsibilities will include: Working as part of a team, or the first point of contact for clients on a day-to-day basis, anticipating client needs, and communicating effectively with clients Assisting in the planning, execution and finalisation of all areas of the audit assignment, and demonstrate an understanding of the different types of risk, considering and managing risk in all interactions with clients Producing work for the team leader, Manager and/or Partner review Nurture business development skills and identifying additional sales opportunities Demonstrate an application and solution-based approach to problem solving Identifying areas requiring improvement in the client s business processes and possible recommendations and assisting with the preparation of the Audit Findings Reports to be provided to the client Being aware of progress against the audit budget and being able to explain variances to the budget to the Manager Potentially travelling to areas outside of the Midlands to support audit teams from other offices Continue to develop skills, building on existing knowledge Couching junior members of the team, providing guidance and assistance as required Please do apply for this Senior Audit Associate role if you satisfy the following criteria: Qualified ACA/ACCA Significant auditing and accounting experience gained within a UK accountancy practice environment Sound understanding of UKGAAP and accounting principles Along with corporate audit experience, Non-Profits and pensions experience would be advantageous Good general IT skills; Microsoft Office, especially Excel and ideally CaseWare Excellent communication skills Energy and enthusiasm with a desire for personal and career development A willingness to travel to client site is essential Submit your CV for this Senior Audit Associate role Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship , either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa. Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Audit Senior / External Audit Senior - SUPERB ROLE McGinnis Loy Associates is proud to be working with a Top20 UK Accounting Firm who are looking for a Qualified Audit Senior/Audit & Accounts Senior to join their growing team in Slough. Managing your own portfolio of clients across a wide range of industry sectors, the role will be 80% Audit and 20% Accounts with key deliverables to include: Supporting the partners and gaining exposure to a wide range of accounting and audit issues under UK and international standards and regulations. Responsible for diverse domestic and international clients including manufacturing, holding companies, IT companies, manufacturing, transport and business services (up to £50m turnover) Main point of contact for clients, who are mainly UK-based companies or UK subsidiaries of overseas parents Responsible for planning non-complex assignments, taking responsibility for achieving agreed budgets and meeting deadlines. Setting objectives for junior audit staff and supervising them on site, including reviewing their audit work and coaching on-the-job Close liaison with audit clients and other stakeholders, building long-term relationships for the future benefit of the firm Ensuring all Audit work is carried out profitably and on a timely basis in accordance with internal processes Preparation for and attending final Audit review meetings with Directors and clients To be considered for the role you should be a Qualified ACA/ACCA Audit Senior, ideally degree educated with at least 3 years practical experience in Audit and some staff management skills. You should have excellent knowledge of Excel, Word and Audit software, and on offer is a salary up to £55,000 depending on depth of experience, with benefits to include company pension, healthcare and 25 days holiday. To apply for the position or for more information, please contact McGinnis Loy Associates (Reading Office) by telephone or via email at com McGinnis Loy Associates is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy, in accordance with the Employment Agencies Act. Follow us on or check our Linked-In company profile

Audit Manager / Audit & Accounts Manager - SUPERB ROLE McGinnis Loy Associates is proud to be working with a Top40 UK Accountancy Practice who are looking for an Audit Manager / Audit & Accounts Manager to work in their Central Reading based team. With a client base covering the South East, Thames Valley & London, the role will involve controlling all Audit plans and their delivery, supervising Audit Seniors, meeting budgets & targets and financial reporting. Key duties include : Assisting Partners with managing client portfolios, ensuring all Audit engagements are in compliance with audit standards and internal procedures Controlling all audit assignments and liaising with the Client Account Managers as necessary Supervising the work of Audit Seniors including on-the-job training Performing spot checks on files prior to being passed to Partners Providing technical audit assistance and performing technical checks Organising the delivery and oversight of audit training and reviews with the Head of Audit Budgetary planning and monitoring the team's work against agreed targets Preparing and reviewing work papers, along with drafts of financial statements Addressing and discussing with clients any technical audit issues identified during the course of audits Identifying areas requiring improvement in client financial processes and providing recommendations Planning audits that are larger, more complex or high profile To be considered for the position, you should be able to project a professional, credible image with confident communication skills and be an ACA or ACCA qualifiedAccountant. From a Top100 (or highly regarded regional) Accountancy Firm, you should have strong staff management skills, be up to date with current auditing techniques and have working knowledge of UK GAAP within your audit assignments. You should be self-motivated, energetic and be able to take the initiative with excellent planning, organisational and team working skills. On offer is a base salary to £70,000 depending on experience, 25 days holiday, pension & healthcare schemes and other flexible benefits. To apply for the position or for more information, please contact McGinnis Loy Associates (Reading) Office by telephone or via email at com For other opportunities in Finance / Accounting or Public Practice within London and the Thames Valley region, please visit our website. McGinnis Loy Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy, in accordance with the Employment Agencies Act

Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Our client are looking for a Finance Manager with SaaS experience - please do not apply otherwise Successful candidate will be fully qualified - please do not apply otherwise This is a hybrid role based in the City of London Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Adopt a modern and progressive approach to building a finance function that embraces technology and automation, with an emphasis on accuracy and efficiency, to support the business as it scales Design, build, and maintain the company's suite of financial and operational KPIs, relevant to a SaaS revenue model Develop revenue and ARR metrics, gross margin analysis, customer-level profitability, and cash flow reporting Partner with the CEO and senior leadership to translate financial data into actionable business insight Support the development of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and multi-year financial planning models Produce monthly management accounts and board-ready reporting packs, including commentary and variance analysis Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Define and enforce data quality standards across all financial systems and reporting outputs Identify and resolve inconsistencies in source data, ensuring a single source of truth for financial information Work with operations and technology teams to improve the quality and reliability of billing, contract, and subscription data that feeds into financial reporting Implement controls and audit trails to ensure the traceability and integrity of financial data Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Act as a credible and proactive finance partner to the CEO and department heads across sales, product, and operations Support commercial decision-making with clear financial analysis, pricing models, contract structures, and investment cases Contribute to any investor reporting, due diligence processes, or M&A activity as the business evolves Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Own the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of financial records Maintain and strengthen internal financial controls, including revenue recognition, cost allocation, and intercompany reconciliations Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisers, and statutory reporting obligations (Companies House, HMRC) Maintain accurate accounting records and perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure the integrity of the company's financial position Manage relationships with suppliers and customers in respect of invoicing and billing, resolving queries efficiently and in a timely manner Oversee the purchase order system, ensuring all purchases are appropriately authorised, accurately recorded, and reflected in the company's financial records Own the end-to-end payroll process, providing the payroll service provider with accurate and timely data to ensure seamless monthly execution Ensure compliance with UK GAAP / IFRS as applicable, and maintain accounting policies appropriate to an international SaaS and services business Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) SaaS experience Strong technical accounting skills with hands-on experience of month-end close, statutory accounts preparation, and audit management Proven track record of building and maintaining KPI frameworks and management reporting suites A genuine commitment to data quality, evidenced either through professional experience or an understanding of what poor data integrity costs an organisation High proficiency in financial modelling and reporting tools (Excel essential; experience with Xero, Sage, NetSuite, or similar accounting systems) Comfortable operating at pace in a growing SME environment, with the ability to work both strategically and hands-on Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Experience with subscription / ARR revenue models and associated metrics (MRR, churn, NRR, CAC, LTV etc.) Exposure to board and investor reporting in a VC- or PE-backed environment Experience implementing or improving financial systems and ERP platforms Understanding of the regulatory and compliance technology landscape Finance Manager - SaaS Experience A pragmatic self-starter with a can-do attitude. Will be comfortable making sound judgements and taking decisive action in the absence of perfect information, and will bring energy and initiative to every aspect of the role Detail-oriented with an instinct for accuracy and a low tolerance for data ambiguity Intellectually curious - able to question assumptions and dig into the numbers behind the numbers Clear and confident communicator, capable of presenting financial information to non-finance audiences including the CEO and board Proactive and commercially minded, with the drive to add value beyond the core finance function Collaborative and collegiate - comfortable in a close-knit team where flexibility and ownership matter Resilient and adaptable, able to manage competing priorities in a fast-moving business environment Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Immediate in-person interviews on MS TEAMS By applying to this vacancy, you are giving permission to no1 legal and professional to submit your CV to the hiring company No1 Legal and Professional is an employment agency for permanent and temporary roles

NFP Audit Senior Associate Cheltenham £40,000 - £45,000 We are working with a leading national audit, tax, advisory, and consulting firm, offering global reach with local expertise. As an independent member of one of the top 10 accounting networks worldwide, and an Award-winning Not-for-Profit team, this firm serve clients across over 140 countries and 800+ offices globally. What's great about this Audit Senior Associate role? Long-term professional development Collaborative culture Strong work/life balance & hybrid working model Discretionary bonus scheme Your role as an Audit Senior Associate: You will lead the audit process, managing the on-site audit team under manager supervision, while working directly with Not-for-Profit audit clients. Plan, execute, and complete audits in accordance with both internal and external requirements. Prepare draft reports for senior client management and Audit Committees/Boards. Ensure the audits are completed on time and within budget, managing client relationships effectively throughout. Supervise and develop junior team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment. Participate in proposals and presentations for new work, contributing to business development. What you'll need to succeed: You will be ACA/ACCA Qualified. Have varied client sector background with a focus on NFP audit clients. Strong technical knowledge of auditing and accounting standards. Good working knowledge of Excel and Word. UK accountancy practice experience. What next: I am looking for an ambitious Qualified Audit Seniors to join this growing team. Please get in touch for further details! As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

Overview Thisrolereports directly to the FinanceManager andhasaccountability for: The smooth running of themonth end and management accounts process Conductingsite reviews with colleagues in operations,with a view to improving performance and being a point of contract for on-going support Assistingwith the onboarding ofthenewaccounting system,to increase the accuracy and efficiency of financeprocesses. Significant contribution to the DL merger overall, including training sites and colleagues, asrequired Therole's focus is on workingalongsidetheFinanceManagerto create an engaged, energised, knowledgeableand highlyskilledManagement Accountsteam. Responsibilities TheLead Management Accountant will have the following responsibilities: Management Accounts and Reporting Leading month end activities including accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, VAT returns and IFRS 16 schedules Producing accurate monthly management accounts and ensuring deadlines are met Supporting the annual audit through the provision of information and explanations Business Partnering Leading monthly site reviews and offering ongoing financial support to operational colleagues Providing insight and recommendations to Finance, Operations and the Senior Leadership Team Projects and Continuous Improvement Supporting the onboarding and development of our accounting system, Access Financials Identifying opportunities to improve processes, reporting and system utilisation Designing reports that help drive commercial performance Contributing to the DL merger activity, including training and system implementation Governance and Compliance Upholding financial controls, risk management and information security standards Participating in fixed asset audits, business continuity planning and GDPR responsibilities This role involves some travel to our UK sites, typically 1 to 2 days per month, so a full driving licence is required. These responsibilities are not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. There may be other duties and requirements associated with the role which the company may reasonably require the post-holder to perform from time to time. Flexible working outside of core office hours may also be required on an occasional basis. Qualifications Essential qualifications and experience required: Part qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Strong experience across management accounting, budgeting and financial reporting Experience working in an SME environment Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with large data sets Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to work independently and use sound judgement You may also have: Knowledge of VAT and corporation tax Experience with IFRS 16 Familiarity with Access Financials Experience in finance system development or implementation Who are Solus? Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair. Why Join Solus? We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague: Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications. Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus. Company pension scheme with employer contributions. 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days. Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts. Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme. Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave. Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access. At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you're excited but don't tick every box, we encourage you to apply-your unique skills might be just what we need. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria-just email us after applying to let us know. Ready to join us? Apply online today, and our team will be in touch within 14 days.

Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with Horwood Homewares to recruit a Finance Director on a permanent basis to be based in Avonmouth, Bristol. This is a great opportunity to join an established business with growth plans on the horizon, a wholesale supplier of cookware and kitchenware established in 1896. Reporting to the Managing Director and joining the senior leadership team, this is a highly visible role in an omnichannel business looking to grow. The Finance Director position is a blend of providing strategic direction whilst owning the finance function and remaining hands on where needed. A role that would suit an existing finance leader with exposure to a high-volume/stock-based environment looking to ensure robust financial control, commercial insight and support decision making to scale the business. An exciting role for the right person! About Horwood Homewares Horwood Homewares are a wholesale supplier of cookware and kitchenware established in 1896. They proudly manufacture and own long-standing British kitchenware brands Stellar and Judge, as well as their reusable and sustainable brand, Smidge. With over a century of expertise and experience, they know the industry inside and out, from the production line to the shop floor. Now part of a multinational group, distribution has grown to include not only most of the UK and Irish territories but also key European and global marketplaces. With products featured in major publications such as Good Housekeeping, mumsnet, The Independent through to a debut supporting role in Downton Abbey. - Kitchen Experts since 1896 - The Finance Director Role Production of monthly management accounts and associated commentary Budgeting and forecasting, cashflow management and reporting Delivery of statutory accounts and statutory reporting Oversee working capital including inventory, supply chain and treasury areas Provide key insight and analysis for decision making around pricing, margin, profitability and product/channel performance Analyse and report marketing/sales metrics within an omnichannel environment Collaborate across all function areas from sales to operations to supply chain, supporting growth initiatives whilst ensuring cost optimisation Lead and develop the finance team, innovate and drive improvements Lead on areas of process improvement, systems enhancements, automation and adoption of new processes/tools to ensure the business is efficient and ready to grow Overall management of the IT function Ensure compliance with key regulatory requirements including VAT, corporation tax and leading the audit. About you Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent) Prior experience within an SME environment Exposure to related industry with high volume transactions and stock movement (retail, wholesale, manufacturing, distribution, FMCG) Blend of financial control and commercial capability Strong leadership, ability to lead and develop a team Netsuite experience desirable What's on offer Competitive salary for an SME Finance Director position Performance related bonus Company car Private Medical Insurance Enhanced Pension contributions 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Death in Service - 4x annual salary Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: