Summary: Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will be instrumental in defining, establishing, and embedding a robust, risk-based internal controls framework primarily within the Finance function but also within the wider organisation. You will act as a key partner to the First Line of Defence (business processes) while maintaining the necessary oversight and challenge to protect the company. This includes ensuring that there are strong internal controls, overseeing financial compliance, and driving governance standards that protect the integrity of the company's financial information. You will have broad exposure across the business including the senior management team, executive committee, and board members. Your stakeholder management will range from those with little to no internal controls knowledge to experts. Main responsibilities: Design & Implementation: Design, develop, communicate and maintain a standardised, fit-for-purpose internal control framework including internal control policies, standards and guidelines, ensuring alignment with relevant standards and the strategic goals of South East Water. Risk & Control Identification: Lead financial risk assessments across the business, including fraud risk, controls gaps, and compliance risks and support the business in developing practical actions that enhance control maturity and reduce exposure. Monitoring & Challenge: Actively monitor the effectiveness and operating efficiency of the First Line's controls. Provide constructive challenge and expert advice to management (First Line) to ensure control gaps are identified and remediated in a timely manner. Advisory Role: Serve as the internal subject matter expert, providing guidance and support to control owners (First Line) on designing and implementing effective controls to mitigate any deficiencies identified, and tracking actions taken. Reporting: Prepare clear, concise, and insightful reporting on the health of the control environment, residual risks, and remediation progress for the Finance Leadership Team, Executive committee, Audit and Risk Committee and Board. Act as the primary liaison for internal and external auditors, ensuring audit readiness and timely issue resolution. Maintain the action log arising out of internal and external audits and report on progress to the Audit and Risk Committee. Process Improvements & Systems Governance: Drive enhancements in finance and cross-functional processes to improve governance, efficiency, and data quality. Oversee governance of ERP systems from a financial controls perspective, including segregation of duties, master data integrity, and system permissions. Champion the use of technology and automation to strengthen compliance and reduce manual control risk. Design appropriate safeguards to ensure the integrity of financial statements and reporting, changing ways of working in the organization where applicable. Implement controls and governance related training and tools. Lead on controls framework delivery and process efficiencies to enable effective period close reporting and reconciliation. Evaluate and implement advanced processes, financial systems and software solutions to modernise and automate the control environment. Ad hoc improvement projects within Finance. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Qualified accountant (i.e. ACA, CIMA or ACCA) or Certified Internal Auditor. Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting standards, and governance frameworks (e.g., SOX, internal control standards, risk management frameworks). Demonstrable commitment to staying up to date with evolving IFRS, UK GAAP principles and Corporate Governance requirements. Ability to build rapport quickly and convince senior leadership of the value of robust governance, risk management and compliance. A proactive, self-starter approach to identifying emerging changes in UK accounting standards and legislation, Corporate Governance requirements and regulatory requirements, accurately predicting their impact and adapting the controls and governance framework accordingly. Expert ability to review complex financial data and conduct in-depth variance analysis to produce clear, concise technical reports and identify process gaps for automated solutions. Exceptional ability to simplify complex technical jargon into actionable guidance, training materials and technical mentoring for both finance and non-finance audiences. Meticulous accuracy in maintaining the Group's internal control environment, specifically utilising tools like the RACI Matrix to establish clear ownership of risks and responsibilities. Resilient, structured, and disciplined approach to work Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities Proven experience in Internal Controls, Audit, Risk Management, or Compliance, with several years implementing and managing internal financial control frameworks (e.g., SOX). Experience should include internal or external audit experience including documenting, evaluating, and testing controls Experience with identifying, tracking, escalating and resolving control gaps. Business partnering experience and an ability to create control/process solutions A deep understanding of the UK Corporate Governance Code and its practical application within a listed or large-scale Group environment. High proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Workday, SAP) and advanced Excel, with the ability to leverage GRC software or data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI) to monitor compliance. Great policy, process, and control orientation and experience with the ability to drive standards Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: up to £75,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Summary: Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will be instrumental in defining, establishing, and embedding a robust, risk-based internal controls framework primarily within the Finance function but also within the wider organisation. You will act as a key partner to the First Line of Defence (business processes) while maintaining the necessary oversight and challenge to protect the company. This includes ensuring that there are strong internal controls, overseeing financial compliance, and driving governance standards that protect the integrity of the company's financial information. You will have broad exposure across the business including the senior management team, executive committee, and board members. Your stakeholder management will range from those with little to no internal controls knowledge to experts. Main responsibilities: Design & Implementation: Design, develop, communicate and maintain a standardised, fit-for-purpose internal control framework including internal control policies, standards and guidelines, ensuring alignment with relevant standards and the strategic goals of South East Water. Risk & Control Identification: Lead financial risk assessments across the business, including fraud risk, controls gaps, and compliance risks and support the business in developing practical actions that enhance control maturity and reduce exposure. Monitoring & Challenge: Actively monitor the effectiveness and operating efficiency of the First Line's controls. Provide constructive challenge and expert advice to management (First Line) to ensure control gaps are identified and remediated in a timely manner. Advisory Role: Serve as the internal subject matter expert, providing guidance and support to control owners (First Line) on designing and implementing effective controls to mitigate any deficiencies identified, and tracking actions taken. Reporting: Prepare clear, concise, and insightful reporting on the health of the control environment, residual risks, and remediation progress for the Finance Leadership Team, Executive committee, Audit and Risk Committee and Board. Act as the primary liaison for internal and external auditors, ensuring audit readiness and timely issue resolution. Maintain the action log arising out of internal and external audits and report on progress to the Audit and Risk Committee. Process Improvements & Systems Governance: Drive enhancements in finance and cross-functional processes to improve governance, efficiency, and data quality. Oversee governance of ERP systems from a financial controls perspective, including segregation of duties, master data integrity, and system permissions. Champion the use of technology and automation to strengthen compliance and reduce manual control risk. Design appropriate safeguards to ensure the integrity of financial statements and reporting, changing ways of working in the organization where applicable. Implement controls and governance related training and tools. Lead on controls framework delivery and process efficiencies to enable effective period close reporting and reconciliation. Evaluate and implement advanced processes, financial systems and software solutions to modernise and automate the control environment. Ad hoc improvement projects within Finance. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Qualified accountant (i.e. ACA, CIMA or ACCA) or Certified Internal Auditor. Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting standards, and governance frameworks (e.g., SOX, internal control standards, risk management frameworks). Demonstrable commitment to staying up to date with evolving IFRS, UK GAAP principles and Corporate Governance requirements. Ability to build rapport quickly and convince senior leadership of the value of robust governance, risk management and compliance. A proactive, self-starter approach to identifying emerging changes in UK accounting standards and legislation, Corporate Governance requirements and regulatory requirements, accurately predicting their impact and adapting the controls and governance framework accordingly. Expert ability to review complex financial data and conduct in-depth variance analysis to produce clear, concise technical reports and identify process gaps for automated solutions. Exceptional ability to simplify complex technical jargon into actionable guidance, training materials and technical mentoring for both finance and non-finance audiences. Meticulous accuracy in maintaining the Group's internal control environment, specifically utilising tools like the RACI Matrix to establish clear ownership of risks and responsibilities. Resilient, structured, and disciplined approach to work Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities Proven experience in Internal Controls, Audit, Risk Management, or Compliance, with several years implementing and managing internal financial control frameworks (e.g., SOX). Experience should include internal or external audit experience including documenting, evaluating, and testing controls Experience with identifying, tracking, escalating and resolving control gaps. Business partnering experience and an ability to create control/process solutions A deep understanding of the UK Corporate Governance Code and its practical application within a listed or large-scale Group environment. High proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Workday, SAP) and advanced Excel, with the ability to leverage GRC software or data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI) to monitor compliance. Great policy, process, and control orientation and experience with the ability to drive standards Employees are required to be flexible and to be prepared to perform duties and other tasks within their capabilities. The nature of our business is such that the contents of any job profile are subject to change from time to time. We want to be the water company people want to be supplied by and want to work for. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: up to £75,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)
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 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 Assistant Manager within our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team, you will play a key role in delivering high quality internal audit and advisory engagements for a diverse range of clients. You will take responsibility for leading defined engagements or workstreams, supporting engagement planning and delivery, and ensuring work is completed to a high standard in line with BDO methodology. You will work closely with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners, building trusted client relationships and contributing to the effective delivery of engagements. Alongside this, you will support the development of junior team members and continue to build your technical capability, professional judgement and leadership skills as you progress towards Manager level. The role combines engagement and portfolio management with hands on delivery. Typically, you will spend around 50% of your time on management activities-such as engagement planning, portfolio oversight and project management-and 50% leading audits and undertaking specialist assignments, with this balance flexing in line with your experience and development. You'll be someone with: Relevant experience in internal audit or equivalent risk and assurance work, with involvement in planning, delivering and reviewing audit or advisory engagements. An inquisitive and proactive mindset, with the confidence to challenge constructively, think critically about risks and controls, and contribute ideas that enhance audit quality and ways of working. Experience in risk management, internal audit or systems / controls testing, with the ability to apply this knowledge pragmatically across different client environments. A recognised professional qualification, or working towards one (e.g. CIA / CMIIA / MIIA, CCAB or equivalent). Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders. Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and contribute to the delivery of a small portfolio of client engagements under manager oversight. A collaborative and development focused approach, with an interest in supporting and coaching junior team members, flexibility to travel to client sites as required, and an interest in using data analytics or emerging AI enabled audit techniques. 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 whe re and whe n 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 c ollaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work , so w e 've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices . BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise , and w e'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.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
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 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 Assistant Manager within our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team, you will play a key role in delivering high quality internal audit and advisory engagements for a diverse range of clients. You will take responsibility for leading defined engagements or workstreams, supporting engagement planning and delivery, and ensuring work is completed to a high standard in line with BDO methodology. You will work closely with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners, building trusted client relationships and contributing to the effective delivery of engagements. Alongside this, you will support the development of junior team members and continue to build your technical capability, professional judgement and leadership skills as you progress towards Manager level. The role combines engagement and portfolio management with hands on delivery. Typically, you will spend around 50% of your time on management activities-such as engagement planning, portfolio oversight and project management-and 50% leading audits and undertaking specialist assignments, with this balance flexing in line with your experience and development. You'll be someone with: Relevant experience in internal audit or equivalent risk and assurance work, with involvement in planning, delivering and reviewing audit or advisory engagements. An inquisitive and proactive mindset, with the confidence to challenge constructively, think critically about risks and controls, and contribute ideas that enhance audit quality and ways of working. Experience in risk management, internal audit or systems / controls testing, with the ability to apply this knowledge pragmatically across different client environments. A recognised professional qualification, or working towards one (e.g. CIA / CMIIA / MIIA, CCAB or equivalent). Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders. Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and contribute to the delivery of a small portfolio of client engagements under manager oversight. A collaborative and development focused approach, with an interest in supporting and coaching junior team members, flexibility to travel to client sites as required, and an interest in using data analytics or emerging AI enabled audit techniques. 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 whe re and whe n 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 c ollaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work , so w e 've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices . BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise , and w e'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.
Birmingham, United Kingdom / Brighton, United Kingdom / Cambridge, United Kingdom / Leeds, United Kingdom / London, United Kingdom / Manchester, United Kingdom Location/s: London, Brighton, Birmingham, Manchester, Cambridge or Leeds; UK Recruiter contact: Aoife Cullen Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance - we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you're surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant. About the business unit Mott MacDonald's Advisory and Programme Delivery (APD) unit delivers both project, programme & commercial management (PPCM) services and advisory solutions across the built environment, defence, energy, water, environmental, transportation, health and care sectors. We deliver tailored solutions that directly address our clients' key challenges, combining our world-leading project expertise with unrivalled programme delivery capabilities and advisory services. APD delivers services to projects ranging in scale and complexity up to £20bn, through the technical disciplines of programme management, project management, project controls, scheduling, cost management, estimating, infrastructure finance, management consulting, digital consulting and education, health and care management. Overview of the role Are you an Information Management professional, with experience in one of our key infrastructure growth sectors? As a Principal Information Management Consultant, you will lead the delivery of advisory projects, providing end-to-end trusted advice to support to our clients, including in areas such as energy, transport and water sectors. You will play a vital role in growing the business, connecting with clients and colleagues alike to create opportunities. About the team The vision for our Strategic Advisory portfolio is to empower lasting industry transformation. We enable clients to navigate complex challenges by combining industry leading technical domain knowledge, digital innovation and consulting excellence with our network of collaborative partners. Our trusted advice ensures clients not only thrive, but remain agile, resilient, and in step in a volatile world. We remain pragmatic and outcomes-focused in shaping and implementing transformational change that delivers demonstrable social, economic and environmental value. Your contribution We are looking for a Principal Information Management Consultant with strong experience in at least one of our key growth sectors: Water, Buildings, Rail, Aviation or Defence and who are passionate about delivering great outcomes for infrastructure owners and operators. You will be part of our entrepreneurial and growing team, providing industry-leading, award-winning consulting services. Together with our clients, we support the creation of information management capability to enable delivery of business objectives and optimise asset performance to deliver outcomes more effectively and allow our clients to make the most of the infrastructure assets they own. Day to day you will lead the delivery of advisory projects, helping to manage concurrent priorities across the team; to support, manage, and direct more junior staff, whilst providing both leadership and technical guidance. Providing end-to-end trusted advice to support to our clients, including in areas such as: energy transport and water sectors. You will play a vital role in growing the business, connecting with clients and colleagues alike to create opportunities. Capitalizing on great people and great relationships: As well as bringing an established network of contacts to the role that will help foster growth of the business, whilst also keeping abreast of industry best practice, we want you to be a proactive participant across the information management markets. It's important that you take every opportunity to enhance the Mott MacDonald brand and highlight our capabilities. We are looking for someone who has a proven track record of information management in at least one of our key growth sectors: Water, Buildings, Rail, Aviation or Defence and who is proactive and enthusiastic about providing quality service to clients across the broader Information Management Sector. It's important that we find someone who has a demonstrable passion for delivering information management excellence. A track record in successful project delivery, or significant elements of major project delivery and familiarity with the principles of lean and agile working, are also important. We are a dynamic and growing team and are challenged to thinking big and scale up fast, which will require a high degree of agility and co-operation across the whole team. To thrive, you'll need strong analytical and leadership skills, be comfortable working with disruptive technologies and at times challenge current practice. Qualifications Experience of infrastructure project delivery processes and information management in capital and construction projects and programmes Good technical knowledge and expertise in designing and embedding information management strategies and capability on major infrastructure programmes in line with BS1192 / ISO 19650 Good familiarity with information requirements documentation and BIM execution plans to facilitate information exchange Strong commercial awareness, with knowledge of contractual implications of information requirements and change control Understanding of data management concepts and capabilities, including data technology tools to support information management Experience in communicating with suppliers around information deliverables, and engaging with BIM and information managers to formulate requirements Strong delivery and leadership skills in managing projects Strong business analysis and problem-solving skills to develop and deliver tailored solutions for organisations Develop and implement strategic plans to help clients achieve their business objectives Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions and services Location The home office location would ideally be London; however we would consider candidates able to be based at Birmingham, Brighton, Manchester, Cambridge or Leeds. In addition, periods of travel are expected to be able to support the UK (and on rare occasions international) business. UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future. At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust. Equality, diversity, and inclusion We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute. Accessibility We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at and we will talk to you about how we can support you. Benefits Financial wellbeing We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary. Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury. Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing. As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes. Employee Ownership Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success. Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Birmingham, United Kingdom / Brighton, United Kingdom / Cambridge, United Kingdom / Leeds, United Kingdom / London, United Kingdom / Manchester, United Kingdom Location/s: London, Brighton, Birmingham, Manchester, Cambridge or Leeds; UK Recruiter contact: Aoife Cullen Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance - we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you're surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant. About the business unit Mott MacDonald's Advisory and Programme Delivery (APD) unit delivers both project, programme & commercial management (PPCM) services and advisory solutions across the built environment, defence, energy, water, environmental, transportation, health and care sectors. We deliver tailored solutions that directly address our clients' key challenges, combining our world-leading project expertise with unrivalled programme delivery capabilities and advisory services. APD delivers services to projects ranging in scale and complexity up to £20bn, through the technical disciplines of programme management, project management, project controls, scheduling, cost management, estimating, infrastructure finance, management consulting, digital consulting and education, health and care management. Overview of the role Are you an Information Management professional, with experience in one of our key infrastructure growth sectors? As a Principal Information Management Consultant, you will lead the delivery of advisory projects, providing end-to-end trusted advice to support to our clients, including in areas such as energy, transport and water sectors. You will play a vital role in growing the business, connecting with clients and colleagues alike to create opportunities. About the team The vision for our Strategic Advisory portfolio is to empower lasting industry transformation. We enable clients to navigate complex challenges by combining industry leading technical domain knowledge, digital innovation and consulting excellence with our network of collaborative partners. Our trusted advice ensures clients not only thrive, but remain agile, resilient, and in step in a volatile world. We remain pragmatic and outcomes-focused in shaping and implementing transformational change that delivers demonstrable social, economic and environmental value. Your contribution We are looking for a Principal Information Management Consultant with strong experience in at least one of our key growth sectors: Water, Buildings, Rail, Aviation or Defence and who are passionate about delivering great outcomes for infrastructure owners and operators. You will be part of our entrepreneurial and growing team, providing industry-leading, award-winning consulting services. Together with our clients, we support the creation of information management capability to enable delivery of business objectives and optimise asset performance to deliver outcomes more effectively and allow our clients to make the most of the infrastructure assets they own. Day to day you will lead the delivery of advisory projects, helping to manage concurrent priorities across the team; to support, manage, and direct more junior staff, whilst providing both leadership and technical guidance. Providing end-to-end trusted advice to support to our clients, including in areas such as: energy transport and water sectors. You will play a vital role in growing the business, connecting with clients and colleagues alike to create opportunities. Capitalizing on great people and great relationships: As well as bringing an established network of contacts to the role that will help foster growth of the business, whilst also keeping abreast of industry best practice, we want you to be a proactive participant across the information management markets. It's important that you take every opportunity to enhance the Mott MacDonald brand and highlight our capabilities. We are looking for someone who has a proven track record of information management in at least one of our key growth sectors: Water, Buildings, Rail, Aviation or Defence and who is proactive and enthusiastic about providing quality service to clients across the broader Information Management Sector. It's important that we find someone who has a demonstrable passion for delivering information management excellence. A track record in successful project delivery, or significant elements of major project delivery and familiarity with the principles of lean and agile working, are also important. We are a dynamic and growing team and are challenged to thinking big and scale up fast, which will require a high degree of agility and co-operation across the whole team. To thrive, you'll need strong analytical and leadership skills, be comfortable working with disruptive technologies and at times challenge current practice. Qualifications Experience of infrastructure project delivery processes and information management in capital and construction projects and programmes Good technical knowledge and expertise in designing and embedding information management strategies and capability on major infrastructure programmes in line with BS1192 / ISO 19650 Good familiarity with information requirements documentation and BIM execution plans to facilitate information exchange Strong commercial awareness, with knowledge of contractual implications of information requirements and change control Understanding of data management concepts and capabilities, including data technology tools to support information management Experience in communicating with suppliers around information deliverables, and engaging with BIM and information managers to formulate requirements Strong delivery and leadership skills in managing projects Strong business analysis and problem-solving skills to develop and deliver tailored solutions for organisations Develop and implement strategic plans to help clients achieve their business objectives Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions and services Location The home office location would ideally be London; however we would consider candidates able to be based at Birmingham, Brighton, Manchester, Cambridge or Leeds. In addition, periods of travel are expected to be able to support the UK (and on rare occasions international) business. UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future. At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust. Equality, diversity, and inclusion We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute. Accessibility We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at and we will talk to you about how we can support you. Benefits Financial wellbeing We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary. Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury. Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing. As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes. Employee Ownership Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success. Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution click apply for full job details
We are working with a high-growth, internationally operating creative business to appoint a Financial Controller into a key leadership role within one of its core divisions. Operating across global markets and delivering large-scale, high-profile projects, this organisation combines creativity, commerciality, and operational excellence. With a strong track record and ambitious growth plans, this is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced, project-driven environment where finance plays a central role in business performance. The Role Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director and working closely with senior leadership, you will take full ownership of the finance function for a Midlands-based division within the group. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role, requiring someone comfortable operating at both a strategic and operational level. Key responsibilities include: Leading the finance function and managing a team of four Delivering accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting Owning budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis Partnering with senior stakeholders to support decision-making and drive performance Overseeing project accounting, including revenue recognition, WIP, and margin analysis Managing cash flow, controls, and financial processes Leading audit processes and ensuring compliance with statutory and tax requirements Driving continuous improvement across systems, processes, and reporting About You Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Experience operating at Senior Finance Manager or Financial Controller level Background in a fast-paced, project-based environment Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders Hands-on approach with the ability to lead and develop a team Confident managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment Strong technical skills across financial reporting, revenue recognition, and project accounting Why Apply? Opportunity to join a dynamic, growing international business Highly visible role with direct exposure to senior leadership Broad, commercially focused position with real impact on business performance Collaborative, creative, and fast-moving environment
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
We are working with a high-growth, internationally operating creative business to appoint a Financial Controller into a key leadership role within one of its core divisions. Operating across global markets and delivering large-scale, high-profile projects, this organisation combines creativity, commerciality, and operational excellence. With a strong track record and ambitious growth plans, this is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced, project-driven environment where finance plays a central role in business performance. The Role Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director and working closely with senior leadership, you will take full ownership of the finance function for a Midlands-based division within the group. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role, requiring someone comfortable operating at both a strategic and operational level. Key responsibilities include: Leading the finance function and managing a team of four Delivering accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting Owning budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis Partnering with senior stakeholders to support decision-making and drive performance Overseeing project accounting, including revenue recognition, WIP, and margin analysis Managing cash flow, controls, and financial processes Leading audit processes and ensuring compliance with statutory and tax requirements Driving continuous improvement across systems, processes, and reporting About You Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Experience operating at Senior Finance Manager or Financial Controller level Background in a fast-paced, project-based environment Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders Hands-on approach with the ability to lead and develop a team Confident managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment Strong technical skills across financial reporting, revenue recognition, and project accounting Why Apply? Opportunity to join a dynamic, growing international business Highly visible role with direct exposure to senior leadership Broad, commercially focused position with real impact on business performance Collaborative, creative, and fast-moving environment
Your new company Hays are pleased to be working with our Solihull-based client, who are on the lookout for an Interim Commercial Accountant to join the organisation. Your new role Maintain commercial processes and procedures, embedding best practice and driving continuous improvement to maximise financial returns. Analyse payment mechanisms, identify practical operational controls to mitigate risk, and review KPI performance to ensure exposure is effectively managed. Collaborate with contract management teams to identify and develop opportunities for additional work. Attend client meetings as required to address commercial matters. Administer and advise on main contract and subcontract terms, manage variations, and resolve commercial disputes as they arise. Support contract managers in negotiating subcontractor appointments and agreeing standard terms. Work closely with the Operations team to ensure systems and processes meet contractual requirements and accurately capture all billable events for additional and reactive works. Monitor payment processes to ensure compliance with protocols, intervening where necessary to address overdue debt. Minimise aged WIP and ensure invoicing remains current. Support the development of lifecycle plans alongside contract managers. Contribute to annual budgets and financial forecasts in partnership with the finance business partner and contract management team. Manage monthly profit reporting and cost-value reconciliation for multiple large multisite contracts, ensuring accurate cost and revenue capture and reviewing results with operations. Produce the monthly performance reporting dashboard. Review contract performance, providing clear explanations for turnover, profit and margin variances. Manage and report on commercial risks and opportunities. Support the bid team by reviewing contractual documents and critically evaluating estimating proposals to ensure submissions are robust. What you'll need to succeed We are on the lookout for someone who has dealt with the accounting function of a similar scaled project. We are happy to review qualified and QBE candidate backgrounds. You will be comfortable communicating with internal colleagues and stakeholders at all levels, ensuring sites/projects are running in-line with company policy. What you'll get in return Hybrid working Modern office space What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Apr 29, 2026
Seasonal
Your new company Hays are pleased to be working with our Solihull-based client, who are on the lookout for an Interim Commercial Accountant to join the organisation. Your new role Maintain commercial processes and procedures, embedding best practice and driving continuous improvement to maximise financial returns. Analyse payment mechanisms, identify practical operational controls to mitigate risk, and review KPI performance to ensure exposure is effectively managed. Collaborate with contract management teams to identify and develop opportunities for additional work. Attend client meetings as required to address commercial matters. Administer and advise on main contract and subcontract terms, manage variations, and resolve commercial disputes as they arise. Support contract managers in negotiating subcontractor appointments and agreeing standard terms. Work closely with the Operations team to ensure systems and processes meet contractual requirements and accurately capture all billable events for additional and reactive works. Monitor payment processes to ensure compliance with protocols, intervening where necessary to address overdue debt. Minimise aged WIP and ensure invoicing remains current. Support the development of lifecycle plans alongside contract managers. Contribute to annual budgets and financial forecasts in partnership with the finance business partner and contract management team. Manage monthly profit reporting and cost-value reconciliation for multiple large multisite contracts, ensuring accurate cost and revenue capture and reviewing results with operations. Produce the monthly performance reporting dashboard. Review contract performance, providing clear explanations for turnover, profit and margin variances. Manage and report on commercial risks and opportunities. Support the bid team by reviewing contractual documents and critically evaluating estimating proposals to ensure submissions are robust. What you'll need to succeed We are on the lookout for someone who has dealt with the accounting function of a similar scaled project. We are happy to review qualified and QBE candidate backgrounds. You will be comfortable communicating with internal colleagues and stakeholders at all levels, ensuring sites/projects are running in-line with company policy. What you'll get in return Hybrid working Modern office space What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Finance Manager Kettering £95,000 to £120,000 (depending on experience) Permanent, Full-Time Are you an experienced Finance Manager? Regional Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established organisation operating across multiple sites globally. With a strong track record of stability and growth, they are looking to strengthen their finance function with the addition of a senior-level appointment. As Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting business performance, maintaining financial control, and contributing to ongoing growth initiatives. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you'll provide financial insight, ensure accurate reporting, and help drive efficiencies across the wider business. What's on Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package (tailored to individual needs) The opportunity to head up a finance division for a global multi-entity company Company pension scheme Flexible working options Qualifications Essential: Fully qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent) Strong experience within a senior finance or management accounting role Experience working in multi-entity or complex business structures Confident working with financial data, reporting, and analysis Roles & Responsibilities Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities across the business Ensuring financial controls and processes are maintained and improved Producing and reviewing financial reports on a regular basis Partnering with senior stakeholders to support decision-making Overseeing compliance with financial regulations and internal policies Contributing to business planning and ongoing strategic projects Reviewing costs and supporting efficiency initiatives where possible Requirements As Finance Manager, you will also be expected to: Be a well-rounded finance professional, comfortable balancing hands-on responsibilities with strategic input Work effectively with senior stakeholders and across multiple business functions About Regional Recruitment This position is being advertised by Regional Recruitment Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency established in 2008. We specialise in permanent, temporary, and contract opportunities across the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Technology, and Engineering sectors. If this Finance Manager role is right for you - Click to apply below. To explore more roles available across the UK, please visit (url removed)
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Kettering £95,000 to £120,000 (depending on experience) Permanent, Full-Time Are you an experienced Finance Manager? Regional Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established organisation operating across multiple sites globally. With a strong track record of stability and growth, they are looking to strengthen their finance function with the addition of a senior-level appointment. As Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting business performance, maintaining financial control, and contributing to ongoing growth initiatives. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you'll provide financial insight, ensure accurate reporting, and help drive efficiencies across the wider business. What's on Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package (tailored to individual needs) The opportunity to head up a finance division for a global multi-entity company Company pension scheme Flexible working options Qualifications Essential: Fully qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent) Strong experience within a senior finance or management accounting role Experience working in multi-entity or complex business structures Confident working with financial data, reporting, and analysis Roles & Responsibilities Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities across the business Ensuring financial controls and processes are maintained and improved Producing and reviewing financial reports on a regular basis Partnering with senior stakeholders to support decision-making Overseeing compliance with financial regulations and internal policies Contributing to business planning and ongoing strategic projects Reviewing costs and supporting efficiency initiatives where possible Requirements As Finance Manager, you will also be expected to: Be a well-rounded finance professional, comfortable balancing hands-on responsibilities with strategic input Work effectively with senior stakeholders and across multiple business functions About Regional Recruitment This position is being advertised by Regional Recruitment Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency established in 2008. We specialise in permanent, temporary, and contract opportunities across the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Technology, and Engineering sectors. If this Finance Manager role is right for you - Click to apply below. To explore more roles available across the UK, please visit (url removed)
Financial Controller - Sports and Events London Hybrid Working An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller to join a fast-growing, international brand experience and live events business. With international presence, this dynamic organisation delivers high-impact projects for global clients and is entering a key phase of growth and transformation. This is a pivotal, commercially focused role reporting directly to the Group Finance Director and CEO, offering real influence across the business. You will lead the finance function across multiple entities, drive financial performance, and play a key role in shaping strategic decisions. The Role As Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the finance function across four entities spanning three jurisdictions. You will be responsible for delivering accurate, timely financial reporting, while leading and developing a small team and partnering closely with senior stakeholders. This role blends technical excellence with commercial insight, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Control Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements Oversee month-end and year-end close processes Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records and the general ledger Maintain and enhance internal controls, processes, and financial policies Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecast processes Deliver insightful variance analysis and performance reporting Support strategic planning through financial modelling Monitor cash flow, working capital, and key financial metrics Compliance & Audit Act as the primary contact for external auditors Oversee statutory accounts preparation and regulatory filings Ensure compliance with tax and statutory requirements across jurisdictions Liaise with external advisors, banks, and regulatory bodies Commercial & Operational Finance Manage project margins and oversee revenue recognition Drive improvements in cash flow and financial controls Provide actionable insight to support decision-making Leadership & Stakeholder Management Lead, mentor, and develop a team of three direct reports Partner with senior leadership and department heads Build strong cross-functional relationships across the business Process Improvement & Projects Identify and implement process and system improvements Support ERP system implementation and finance transformation initiatives Drive automation and efficiency across the finance function About You You are a commercially minded, hands-on finance leader who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-moving environment. You bring strong technical expertise alongside the ability to influence and partner with stakeholders across the business. Experience & Qualifications: Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent) Background in practice with post-qualification industry experience Experience at Senior Finance Manager or junior Financial Controller level Industry experience within agency, events, marketing, or creative sectors is highly desirable Strong experience in financial reporting, tax, project accounting, revenue recognition, and budgeting Proven track record managing audits and statutory reporting Skills & Competencies: Strong analytical and problem-solving ability High attention to detail and accuracy Excellent leadership and team management skills Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management Able to operate effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines Advanced Excel skills; experience with Sage50 and ERP systems Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller - Sports and Events London Hybrid Working An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller to join a fast-growing, international brand experience and live events business. With international presence, this dynamic organisation delivers high-impact projects for global clients and is entering a key phase of growth and transformation. This is a pivotal, commercially focused role reporting directly to the Group Finance Director and CEO, offering real influence across the business. You will lead the finance function across multiple entities, drive financial performance, and play a key role in shaping strategic decisions. The Role As Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the finance function across four entities spanning three jurisdictions. You will be responsible for delivering accurate, timely financial reporting, while leading and developing a small team and partnering closely with senior stakeholders. This role blends technical excellence with commercial insight, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Control Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements Oversee month-end and year-end close processes Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records and the general ledger Maintain and enhance internal controls, processes, and financial policies Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecast processes Deliver insightful variance analysis and performance reporting Support strategic planning through financial modelling Monitor cash flow, working capital, and key financial metrics Compliance & Audit Act as the primary contact for external auditors Oversee statutory accounts preparation and regulatory filings Ensure compliance with tax and statutory requirements across jurisdictions Liaise with external advisors, banks, and regulatory bodies Commercial & Operational Finance Manage project margins and oversee revenue recognition Drive improvements in cash flow and financial controls Provide actionable insight to support decision-making Leadership & Stakeholder Management Lead, mentor, and develop a team of three direct reports Partner with senior leadership and department heads Build strong cross-functional relationships across the business Process Improvement & Projects Identify and implement process and system improvements Support ERP system implementation and finance transformation initiatives Drive automation and efficiency across the finance function About You You are a commercially minded, hands-on finance leader who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-moving environment. You bring strong technical expertise alongside the ability to influence and partner with stakeholders across the business. Experience & Qualifications: Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent) Background in practice with post-qualification industry experience Experience at Senior Finance Manager or junior Financial Controller level Industry experience within agency, events, marketing, or creative sectors is highly desirable Strong experience in financial reporting, tax, project accounting, revenue recognition, and budgeting Proven track record managing audits and statutory reporting Skills & Competencies: Strong analytical and problem-solving ability High attention to detail and accuracy Excellent leadership and team management skills Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management Able to operate effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines Advanced Excel skills; experience with Sage50 and ERP systems Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Sharp Consultancy is proud to be working in partnership with a fast-growing and values-led care provider to recruit a Finance Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that is experiencing significant growth, with multiple services already in operation and further expansion planned across the Northwest. The organisation has built a strong reputation within its sector and offers a supportive, close-knit working environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on Finance Manager or experienced Senior Management Accountant looking to step up into a broad, end-to-end finance position with real ownership. The Role Reporting into senior leadership, you will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function while supporting strategic decision-making as the business continues to grow. Key responsibilities include: Managing and supporting a small transactional finance team Full ownership of the nominal ledger and trial balance Preparation of monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow Producing detailed analysis and commentary for board reporting Leading month-end processes including accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations Preparing consolidated accounts and supporting reporting to external stakeholders and funders Supporting forecasting and cash flow planning, including covenant compliance Maintaining and improving financial controls and processes Assisting with year-end and audit preparation Supporting on projects and commercial analysis to aid business growth Reviewing supplier costs and supporting contract negotiations About You We're looking for a proactive and detail-driven finance professional who enjoys working in a hands-on, growing environment. AAT / ACCA / CIMA qualified or qualified by experience Strong background in management accounts and month-end processes Previous experience in a commercially focused role Confident managing or mentoring junior staff Strong Excel skills and experience with Sage 50 Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail Able to work independently and take ownership of the finance function Experience within a growing SME or multi-entity environment is highly advantageous What's on Offer Salary circa £45,000 - £50,000 25 days holiday + bank holidays Medical cash plan & death in service cover Pension scheme Stable, supportive team environment Genuine opportunity to grow with the business as it expands Unique rural office setting This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Manager looking to take ownership in a growing organisation where you can make a real impact and develop alongside the business. To apply or discuss the role in confidence, please contact Sharp Consultancy Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. 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 seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Sharp Consultancy is proud to be working in partnership with a fast-growing and values-led care provider to recruit a Finance Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that is experiencing significant growth, with multiple services already in operation and further expansion planned across the Northwest. The organisation has built a strong reputation within its sector and offers a supportive, close-knit working environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on Finance Manager or experienced Senior Management Accountant looking to step up into a broad, end-to-end finance position with real ownership. The Role Reporting into senior leadership, you will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function while supporting strategic decision-making as the business continues to grow. Key responsibilities include: Managing and supporting a small transactional finance team Full ownership of the nominal ledger and trial balance Preparation of monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow Producing detailed analysis and commentary for board reporting Leading month-end processes including accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations Preparing consolidated accounts and supporting reporting to external stakeholders and funders Supporting forecasting and cash flow planning, including covenant compliance Maintaining and improving financial controls and processes Assisting with year-end and audit preparation Supporting on projects and commercial analysis to aid business growth Reviewing supplier costs and supporting contract negotiations About You We're looking for a proactive and detail-driven finance professional who enjoys working in a hands-on, growing environment. AAT / ACCA / CIMA qualified or qualified by experience Strong background in management accounts and month-end processes Previous experience in a commercially focused role Confident managing or mentoring junior staff Strong Excel skills and experience with Sage 50 Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail Able to work independently and take ownership of the finance function Experience within a growing SME or multi-entity environment is highly advantageous What's on Offer Salary circa £45,000 - £50,000 25 days holiday + bank holidays Medical cash plan & death in service cover Pension scheme Stable, supportive team environment Genuine opportunity to grow with the business as it expands Unique rural office setting This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Manager looking to take ownership in a growing organisation where you can make a real impact and develop alongside the business. To apply or discuss the role in confidence, please contact Sharp Consultancy Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. 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 seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
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 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 Assistant Manager within our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team, you will play a key role in delivering high quality internal audit and advisory engagements for a diverse range of clients. You will take responsibility for leading defined engagements or workstreams, supporting engagement planning and delivery, and ensuring work is completed to a high standard in line with BDO methodology. You will work closely with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners, building trusted client relationships and contributing to the effective delivery of engagements. Alongside this, you will support the development of junior team members and continue to build your technical capability, professional judgement and leadership skills as you progress towards Manager level. The role combines engagement and portfolio management with hands on delivery. Typically, you will spend around 50% of your time on management activities-such as engagement planning, portfolio oversight and project management-and 50% leading audits and undertaking specialist assignments, with this balance flexing in line with your experience and development. You'll be someone with: Relevant experience in internal audit or equivalent risk and assurance work, with involvement in planning, delivering and reviewing audit or advisory engagements. An inquisitive and proactive mindset, with the confidence to challenge constructively, think critically about risks and controls, and contribute ideas that enhance audit quality and ways of working. Experience in risk management, internal audit or systems / controls testing, with the ability to apply this knowledge pragmatically across different client environments. A recognised professional qualification, or working towards one (e.g. CIA / CMIIA / MIIA, CCAB or equivalent). Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders. Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and contribute to the delivery of a small portfolio of client engagements under manager oversight. A collaborative and development focused approach, with an interest in supporting and coaching junior team members, flexibility to travel to client sites as required, and an interest in using data analytics or emerging AI enabled audit techniques. 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 whe re and whe n 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 c ollaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work , so w e 've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices . BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise , and w e'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.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
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 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 Assistant Manager within our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team, you will play a key role in delivering high quality internal audit and advisory engagements for a diverse range of clients. You will take responsibility for leading defined engagements or workstreams, supporting engagement planning and delivery, and ensuring work is completed to a high standard in line with BDO methodology. You will work closely with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners, building trusted client relationships and contributing to the effective delivery of engagements. Alongside this, you will support the development of junior team members and continue to build your technical capability, professional judgement and leadership skills as you progress towards Manager level. The role combines engagement and portfolio management with hands on delivery. Typically, you will spend around 50% of your time on management activities-such as engagement planning, portfolio oversight and project management-and 50% leading audits and undertaking specialist assignments, with this balance flexing in line with your experience and development. You'll be someone with: Relevant experience in internal audit or equivalent risk and assurance work, with involvement in planning, delivering and reviewing audit or advisory engagements. An inquisitive and proactive mindset, with the confidence to challenge constructively, think critically about risks and controls, and contribute ideas that enhance audit quality and ways of working. Experience in risk management, internal audit or systems / controls testing, with the ability to apply this knowledge pragmatically across different client environments. A recognised professional qualification, or working towards one (e.g. CIA / CMIIA / MIIA, CCAB or equivalent). Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders. Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and contribute to the delivery of a small portfolio of client engagements under manager oversight. A collaborative and development focused approach, with an interest in supporting and coaching junior team members, flexibility to travel to client sites as required, and an interest in using data analytics or emerging AI enabled audit techniques. 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 whe re and whe n 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 c ollaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work , so w e 've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices . BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise , and w e'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.
Project Coordinator Salary: Negotiable depending on experience Location: Brookmans Park, Hertfordshire AL9 6DE Hours: 07:30 - 16:30, Monday to Friday Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Christmas closure Workplace pension About the Company WMS Underfloor Heating Limited is a fun, trusted and passionate company delivering underfloor heating systems to the housebuilding sector at an exciting time as we transition towards zero carbon homes. We believe the heartbeat of our company is always our people, whether it is employees, suppliers, or customers. About the Role This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised individual to join our Operations team as a Project Coordinator alongside our existing Project Managers and Project Coordinators. You will work closely with a Project Manager, supporting the successful delivery of underfloor heating projects from order through to supply, installation and completion of the final sign-off visit. Please note: This is an office-based role. At WMS, we pride ourselves on delivering a premium service. The role is key to maintaining that standard, ensuring projects are coordinated efficiently, professionally, and on schedule. The role is varied and fast-paced, requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Provide day-to-day administrative and coordination support to Project Managers Prepare and issue project documentation, including Client-specific templates Compile the relevant RAM templates, ready for Project Managers' use Maintain accurate document control across all project stages Raise and manage Purchase Orders and support invoicing processes Coordinate the dispatch and tracking of underfloor heating controls Arrange final commissioning/testing appointments and provide updates to clients Coordinate site deliveries and logistics Support the Installation schedule in line with project programmes Support subcontractor compliance (e.g. Toolbox Talks, H&S documentation) Act as a key point of contact for project-related communications (phone/email) Key Role Requirements Minimum 1 year experience in an administrative or coordination role, preferably within construction or a similar industry Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational and time management abilities Good numerical skills and commercial awareness High level of attention to detail Confident IT user with working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines Full UK Driving Licence
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Project Coordinator Salary: Negotiable depending on experience Location: Brookmans Park, Hertfordshire AL9 6DE Hours: 07:30 - 16:30, Monday to Friday Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Christmas closure Workplace pension About the Company WMS Underfloor Heating Limited is a fun, trusted and passionate company delivering underfloor heating systems to the housebuilding sector at an exciting time as we transition towards zero carbon homes. We believe the heartbeat of our company is always our people, whether it is employees, suppliers, or customers. About the Role This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised individual to join our Operations team as a Project Coordinator alongside our existing Project Managers and Project Coordinators. You will work closely with a Project Manager, supporting the successful delivery of underfloor heating projects from order through to supply, installation and completion of the final sign-off visit. Please note: This is an office-based role. At WMS, we pride ourselves on delivering a premium service. The role is key to maintaining that standard, ensuring projects are coordinated efficiently, professionally, and on schedule. The role is varied and fast-paced, requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Provide day-to-day administrative and coordination support to Project Managers Prepare and issue project documentation, including Client-specific templates Compile the relevant RAM templates, ready for Project Managers' use Maintain accurate document control across all project stages Raise and manage Purchase Orders and support invoicing processes Coordinate the dispatch and tracking of underfloor heating controls Arrange final commissioning/testing appointments and provide updates to clients Coordinate site deliveries and logistics Support the Installation schedule in line with project programmes Support subcontractor compliance (e.g. Toolbox Talks, H&S documentation) Act as a key point of contact for project-related communications (phone/email) Key Role Requirements Minimum 1 year experience in an administrative or coordination role, preferably within construction or a similar industry Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational and time management abilities Good numerical skills and commercial awareness High level of attention to detail Confident IT user with working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines Full UK Driving Licence
Pre-construction Manager London£65,000 - £90,000 Monday to Friday Core hours of 8am - 5pm flexibility required. A highly regarded construction and project delivery organisation is seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to lead and manage the early project phases of major schemes across London. This is an opportunity for a commercially aware and detail-driven professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys shaping projects before they reach site. You will play a pivotal role in coordinating design teams, engaging the supply chain, and ensuring programmes, budgets and tender documentation are delivered accurately and efficiently. Working closely with clients, consultants, and subcontractors, you will help secure new projects while ensuring strong commercial outcomes and robust project controls from the outset. Responsibilities Lead and maintain the Pre-Construction Programme, including progress tracking, updates and revisions. Manage and attend weekly Design Team and Client Progress Meetings, including preparation of agendas and detailed minutes. Ensure consultants and subcontractors remain aligned with programme milestones and key decision timelines. Build and manage the subcontractor tender list, including preparation and issue of Expressions of Interest (EOIs). Maintain the supply chain tracker, coordinating pre-tender interviews and site visits. Engage subcontractors during the design development phase, facilitating workshops to support alignment and value engineering. Review and analyse pre-tender budget submissions, identifying gaps and coordinating clarifications. Produce Financial Summaries and Benchmarking Assessments using current market data. Maintain the Request for Information (RFI) schedule, responding where appropriate and ensuring timely client updates. Manage and maintain the Project Risk Register and Quote Planning Sheet. Ensure compliance with organisational management systems and QHSES responsibilities Requirements Proven experience leading pre-construction phases of construction projects, ideally within complex or high-value environments. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to coordinate clients, consultants and subcontractors effectively. Strong attention to detail and organisational capability. Experience preparing agendas, documenting meetings, and driving decisions through structured project meetings. Good understanding of construction budgets, benchmarking and financial assessments. Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across supply chain, consultants, and internal teams. Demonstrated track record preparing and issuing pre-tender documentation, RFIs and budget comparisons. Desirable Experience Experience working on Design & Build or complex refurbishment projects. Benefits Opportunity to work on high-profile London projects during their most strategic phase. Collaborative working with experienced design teams, consultants and specialist subcontractors. Competitive salary and benefits package reflective of experience and expertise. Strong opportunities for professional development and long-term career progression. Be part of a friendly, rewarding business who thrive on development and supporting employees be successful. Core hours of 8am - 5pm however, site requirements may vary so flexibility is asked for slight changes in hours Salary - £65,000 - £90,000 Holiday - 25 days, plus 8 bank holidays. Pension scheme
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Pre-construction Manager London£65,000 - £90,000 Monday to Friday Core hours of 8am - 5pm flexibility required. A highly regarded construction and project delivery organisation is seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to lead and manage the early project phases of major schemes across London. This is an opportunity for a commercially aware and detail-driven professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys shaping projects before they reach site. You will play a pivotal role in coordinating design teams, engaging the supply chain, and ensuring programmes, budgets and tender documentation are delivered accurately and efficiently. Working closely with clients, consultants, and subcontractors, you will help secure new projects while ensuring strong commercial outcomes and robust project controls from the outset. Responsibilities Lead and maintain the Pre-Construction Programme, including progress tracking, updates and revisions. Manage and attend weekly Design Team and Client Progress Meetings, including preparation of agendas and detailed minutes. Ensure consultants and subcontractors remain aligned with programme milestones and key decision timelines. Build and manage the subcontractor tender list, including preparation and issue of Expressions of Interest (EOIs). Maintain the supply chain tracker, coordinating pre-tender interviews and site visits. Engage subcontractors during the design development phase, facilitating workshops to support alignment and value engineering. Review and analyse pre-tender budget submissions, identifying gaps and coordinating clarifications. Produce Financial Summaries and Benchmarking Assessments using current market data. Maintain the Request for Information (RFI) schedule, responding where appropriate and ensuring timely client updates. Manage and maintain the Project Risk Register and Quote Planning Sheet. Ensure compliance with organisational management systems and QHSES responsibilities Requirements Proven experience leading pre-construction phases of construction projects, ideally within complex or high-value environments. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to coordinate clients, consultants and subcontractors effectively. Strong attention to detail and organisational capability. Experience preparing agendas, documenting meetings, and driving decisions through structured project meetings. Good understanding of construction budgets, benchmarking and financial assessments. Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across supply chain, consultants, and internal teams. Demonstrated track record preparing and issuing pre-tender documentation, RFIs and budget comparisons. Desirable Experience Experience working on Design & Build or complex refurbishment projects. Benefits Opportunity to work on high-profile London projects during their most strategic phase. Collaborative working with experienced design teams, consultants and specialist subcontractors. Competitive salary and benefits package reflective of experience and expertise. Strong opportunities for professional development and long-term career progression. Be part of a friendly, rewarding business who thrive on development and supporting employees be successful. Core hours of 8am - 5pm however, site requirements may vary so flexibility is asked for slight changes in hours Salary - £65,000 - £90,000 Holiday - 25 days, plus 8 bank holidays. Pension scheme
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills with the ability to distil tax concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing, reporting to senior managers, directors and partners, and will require you to actively manage your client portfolio and manage project delivery, coordinating teams to deliver exceptional client service, in addition to supporting business development activities. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and we require candidates with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. 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 both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and 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. We are looking for someone: Who can act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with senior members of the team. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax process, tax strategy, SAO, CCO, tax risk registers etc) - with a keen interest in tax governance and developing tax operations. With broad tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery and quality advice / report writing skills. With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. 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 every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. 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 - 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.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills with the ability to distil tax concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing, reporting to senior managers, directors and partners, and will require you to actively manage your client portfolio and manage project delivery, coordinating teams to deliver exceptional client service, in addition to supporting business development activities. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and we require candidates with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. 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 both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and 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. We are looking for someone: Who can act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with senior members of the team. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax process, tax strategy, SAO, CCO, tax risk registers etc) - with a keen interest in tax governance and developing tax operations. With broad tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery and quality advice / report writing skills. With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. 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 every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. 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 - 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.
Project Controls Manager (SC Clearance) Derby - Hybrid working 3 days per week on site £DOE + Private Medical Insurance + Pension + Clear Progression Pathway Are you an experienced Project Controls professional looking to play a key role in delivering complex, mission-critical defence programmes within a highly regulated environment? This is a pivotal role supporting the successful delivery of large, complex programmes, with responsibility across planning, cost control, risk management and performance reporting. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and clients, operating within strict governance and assurance frameworks. You will be joining a forward-thinking digital consultancy at the forefront of innovation in the built environment, offering exposure to high-profile projects, long-term career progression and a collaborative, supportive culture. This role suits a Project Controls Manager from a defence, aerospace, nuclear or similarly regulated background who is confident working in security-sensitive environments and thrives on responsibility and accountability. The Role: Lead project controls activities across complex defence programmes Own planning, cost control, risk management and EVM reporting Produce clear performance insights using tools such as P6, MSP and Power BI Work closely with clients on-site several days per week Operate within strict governance, assurance and contractual frameworks The Person Significant experience in project controls on large, complex programmes Background in defence, aerospace, nuclear, infrastructure or regulated sectors Strong knowledge of planning, cost control, risk and earned value management Proficient with Primavera P6, MSP, Excel and reporting tools Eligible for or already holding UK security clearance Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Project Controls Manager (SC Clearance) Derby - Hybrid working 3 days per week on site £DOE + Private Medical Insurance + Pension + Clear Progression Pathway Are you an experienced Project Controls professional looking to play a key role in delivering complex, mission-critical defence programmes within a highly regulated environment? This is a pivotal role supporting the successful delivery of large, complex programmes, with responsibility across planning, cost control, risk management and performance reporting. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and clients, operating within strict governance and assurance frameworks. You will be joining a forward-thinking digital consultancy at the forefront of innovation in the built environment, offering exposure to high-profile projects, long-term career progression and a collaborative, supportive culture. This role suits a Project Controls Manager from a defence, aerospace, nuclear or similarly regulated background who is confident working in security-sensitive environments and thrives on responsibility and accountability. The Role: Lead project controls activities across complex defence programmes Own planning, cost control, risk management and EVM reporting Produce clear performance insights using tools such as P6, MSP and Power BI Work closely with clients on-site several days per week Operate within strict governance, assurance and contractual frameworks The Person Significant experience in project controls on large, complex programmes Background in defence, aerospace, nuclear, infrastructure or regulated sectors Strong knowledge of planning, cost control, risk and earned value management Proficient with Primavera P6, MSP, Excel and reporting tools Eligible for or already holding UK security clearance Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
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 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 a Senior Executive in our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team, you will play an important role in delivering high quality internal audit, assurance and advisory engagements across a diverse portfolio of clients. You will work as a senior member of engagement teams, taking responsibility for defined areas of delivery while collaborating closely with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners. Y ou will be hands on in executing audit and advisory work, building strong technical capability and professional judgement, and contributing to the development of clear, practical recommendations for our clients. Alongside this, you will support and mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative, high performing team environment. You'll be someone with: E xperience contributing to internal audit, risk, assurance or advisory engagements, taking ownership of defined workstreams and supporting delivery across a range of client environments (e.g. commercial, regulated or not for profit). An inquisitive and proactive mindset, with the confidence to challenge constructively, think critically about risks and controls, and contribute ideas that enhance audit quality, ways of working and client outcomes, supported by relevant experience in risk management, internal audit and systems or controls testing. A relevant professional qualification, or currently working towards one (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIA, CIIA, CCAB or equivalent). Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to evaluate evidence, interpret data and contribute to clear, well reasoned conclusions. Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage professionally with clients and colleagues. A collaborative and proactive approach, with experience supporting or coaching junior team members and contributing positively to team delivery. Good organisational skills and flexibility to travel to client sites as required; experience with data analytics or AI testing tools would be desirable. 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.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
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 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 a Senior Executive in our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team, you will play an important role in delivering high quality internal audit, assurance and advisory engagements across a diverse portfolio of clients. You will work as a senior member of engagement teams, taking responsibility for defined areas of delivery while collaborating closely with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners. Y ou will be hands on in executing audit and advisory work, building strong technical capability and professional judgement, and contributing to the development of clear, practical recommendations for our clients. Alongside this, you will support and mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative, high performing team environment. You'll be someone with: E xperience contributing to internal audit, risk, assurance or advisory engagements, taking ownership of defined workstreams and supporting delivery across a range of client environments (e.g. commercial, regulated or not for profit). An inquisitive and proactive mindset, with the confidence to challenge constructively, think critically about risks and controls, and contribute ideas that enhance audit quality, ways of working and client outcomes, supported by relevant experience in risk management, internal audit and systems or controls testing. A relevant professional qualification, or currently working towards one (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIA, CIIA, CCAB or equivalent). Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to evaluate evidence, interpret data and contribute to clear, well reasoned conclusions. Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage professionally with clients and colleagues. A collaborative and proactive approach, with experience supporting or coaching junior team members and contributing positively to team delivery. Good organisational skills and flexibility to travel to client sites as required; experience with data analytics or AI testing tools would be desirable. 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.
Senior Divisional Facilities Manager - Caretech Childrens Services, Education CareTech Group- Estates & Facilities About CareTech and Cambian CareTech Group provide specialist Education / residential care across the UK. We support some of the most vulnerable young people in our communities. Our Schools exist to provide safe, stable and nurturing environments where children and young people can recover, develop and thrive. For the children in our care, the quality of the physical environment is not a 'nice to have' - it is fundamental. Our estates must be compliant, safe and resilient, but also warm, homely and dignified. Put simply: we should feel comfortable placing our own children in these environments. Role purpose The Senior Divisional Facilities Manager will lead the estates function for the Children's residential division (44 Sites). The postholder is accountable for statutory compliance, health and safety (premises), property condition, service continuity and the overall quality of the estate across a multi-site portfolio. The role provides divisional leadership to Regional Facilities Managers (RFMs 3Nr. & Maintenance Operatives 46. Nr) and works in close partnership with Principals, Regional Operations Managers and senior leadership (including Managing Directors) to ensure that standards are consistently achieved and sustained. Reporting lines Responsible to Director of Facilities / Group Estates Leadership (as applicable) Group Executive Director - Childrens services Direct reports Regional Facilities Managers (RFMs) and any divisional estates support roles Key interfaces Home Managers, Regional Operations Managers, Quality/Compliance, Finance, Procurement, Contractors/Suppliers On-Call Participates in an on- call Rota (e.g., one week in every Fifteen) to support critical incidents and business continuity Extraordinary days every day Registered address: Parkview, 82 Oxford Road, Uxbridge UB8 1UX Registered no. Key accountabilities This is a leadership role. Success is measured through safe compliance, quality of environments, predictable delivery and high-performing teams. The postholder will: Lead and develop the divisional estates operating model: cadence, standards, escalation routes and performance rhythm.Create a culture of 'right first time' delivery, where safety, quality and dignity are non-negotiable.Set clear expectations for RFMs and hold accountability through coaching, field leadership and structured performance management. 1.Statutory compliance, health and safety, and risk Act as the senior premises professional for the division, ensuring all sites are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.Own the divisional compliance position across statutory requirements (e.g., fire safety actions, water hygiene/legionella controls, asbestos management, gas and electrical safety, lifting equipment where applicable) and ensure robust evidence trails.Commission, review and drive closure of audits, inspections and risk assessments; ensure actions are prioritised by risk and closed to a defined quality standard.Provide decisive incident response leadership (e.g., floods, alarm activations, heating failures), implementing immediate controls and directing permanent remediation. 2.Quality of environment and customer experience Drive consistent, high-quality standards for repair, decoration, cleanliness and presentation so homes are safe and genuinely homely.Work with Operations to understand the lived experience of children and staff, ensuring estates solutions support safeguarding, privacy and dignity.Introduce and enforce divisional standards/specifications that reduce repeat failures and raise 3.CAFM system leadership and reactive maintenance control Take divisional ownership of the CAFM system (including job logging governance, triage, prioritisation and closure quality).Ensure RFMs and teams are using the system correctly: accurate categories, appropriate priorities, strong descriptions, and evidence on completion.Implement controls to prevent aged backlogs and repeat callouts; ensure jobs are closed properly with clear resolution notes and supporting evidence where required.Use CAFM data to drive performance: reactive ageing, first-time fix rates, repeat defects, contractor performance and compliance KPIs. 4.Planned works, projects and capital programme (CapEx) Build, maintain and deliver a rolling programme of planned works and property improvement, aligned to risk reduction and service needs.Develop clear scopes and high-level specifications; obtain competitive quotations/tenders in line with procurement policy.Control project delivery end-to-end: scope, programme, cost, quality, commissioning, handover, defects and warranties.Contribute to strategic asset planning and annual CapEx budgeting, prioritising based on risk, compliance, condition and operational impact. 5.Commercial management and budget control Own divisional R&M and CapEx budget governance, forecasting and cost-to-complete reporting.Maintain strong variation control and challenge scope creep; ensure value for money and whole-life cost thinking.Work closely with Finance and Procurement to ensure correct coding, approvals and a clean audit trail. Provide clear, board-ready reporting to senior leadership (including Managing Directors) on compliance, performance, key risks, projects and spend.Represent the estates function professionally with regulators, inspectors, external agencies and visitors where premises matters arise. 7.People leadership, capability and performance Line manage RFMs and relevant estates staff: objectives, supervision, coaching and development.Build a divisional capability plan (skills matrix, training plan, competency checks) covering technical triage, compliance awareness and leadership behaviours.Measure and manage staff KPIs (quality of close-outs, responsiveness, compliance closure rates, stakeholder feedback, budget discipline).Promote a culture of accountability, learning and continuous improvement; manage underperformance fairly and promptly. Performance measures (examples)The role will be measured on a balanced scorecard. Typical divisional KPIs include: Statutory compliance: PPM completion rate; overdue statutory items; audit action closure (by risk rating).Fire safety: FRA action closure times; fire door and compartmentation remediation progress (where applicable).R
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Senior Divisional Facilities Manager - Caretech Childrens Services, Education CareTech Group- Estates & Facilities About CareTech and Cambian CareTech Group provide specialist Education / residential care across the UK. We support some of the most vulnerable young people in our communities. Our Schools exist to provide safe, stable and nurturing environments where children and young people can recover, develop and thrive. For the children in our care, the quality of the physical environment is not a 'nice to have' - it is fundamental. Our estates must be compliant, safe and resilient, but also warm, homely and dignified. Put simply: we should feel comfortable placing our own children in these environments. Role purpose The Senior Divisional Facilities Manager will lead the estates function for the Children's residential division (44 Sites). The postholder is accountable for statutory compliance, health and safety (premises), property condition, service continuity and the overall quality of the estate across a multi-site portfolio. The role provides divisional leadership to Regional Facilities Managers (RFMs 3Nr. & Maintenance Operatives 46. Nr) and works in close partnership with Principals, Regional Operations Managers and senior leadership (including Managing Directors) to ensure that standards are consistently achieved and sustained. Reporting lines Responsible to Director of Facilities / Group Estates Leadership (as applicable) Group Executive Director - Childrens services Direct reports Regional Facilities Managers (RFMs) and any divisional estates support roles Key interfaces Home Managers, Regional Operations Managers, Quality/Compliance, Finance, Procurement, Contractors/Suppliers On-Call Participates in an on- call Rota (e.g., one week in every Fifteen) to support critical incidents and business continuity Extraordinary days every day Registered address: Parkview, 82 Oxford Road, Uxbridge UB8 1UX Registered no. Key accountabilities This is a leadership role. Success is measured through safe compliance, quality of environments, predictable delivery and high-performing teams. The postholder will: Lead and develop the divisional estates operating model: cadence, standards, escalation routes and performance rhythm.Create a culture of 'right first time' delivery, where safety, quality and dignity are non-negotiable.Set clear expectations for RFMs and hold accountability through coaching, field leadership and structured performance management. 1.Statutory compliance, health and safety, and risk Act as the senior premises professional for the division, ensuring all sites are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.Own the divisional compliance position across statutory requirements (e.g., fire safety actions, water hygiene/legionella controls, asbestos management, gas and electrical safety, lifting equipment where applicable) and ensure robust evidence trails.Commission, review and drive closure of audits, inspections and risk assessments; ensure actions are prioritised by risk and closed to a defined quality standard.Provide decisive incident response leadership (e.g., floods, alarm activations, heating failures), implementing immediate controls and directing permanent remediation. 2.Quality of environment and customer experience Drive consistent, high-quality standards for repair, decoration, cleanliness and presentation so homes are safe and genuinely homely.Work with Operations to understand the lived experience of children and staff, ensuring estates solutions support safeguarding, privacy and dignity.Introduce and enforce divisional standards/specifications that reduce repeat failures and raise 3.CAFM system leadership and reactive maintenance control Take divisional ownership of the CAFM system (including job logging governance, triage, prioritisation and closure quality).Ensure RFMs and teams are using the system correctly: accurate categories, appropriate priorities, strong descriptions, and evidence on completion.Implement controls to prevent aged backlogs and repeat callouts; ensure jobs are closed properly with clear resolution notes and supporting evidence where required.Use CAFM data to drive performance: reactive ageing, first-time fix rates, repeat defects, contractor performance and compliance KPIs. 4.Planned works, projects and capital programme (CapEx) Build, maintain and deliver a rolling programme of planned works and property improvement, aligned to risk reduction and service needs.Develop clear scopes and high-level specifications; obtain competitive quotations/tenders in line with procurement policy.Control project delivery end-to-end: scope, programme, cost, quality, commissioning, handover, defects and warranties.Contribute to strategic asset planning and annual CapEx budgeting, prioritising based on risk, compliance, condition and operational impact. 5.Commercial management and budget control Own divisional R&M and CapEx budget governance, forecasting and cost-to-complete reporting.Maintain strong variation control and challenge scope creep; ensure value for money and whole-life cost thinking.Work closely with Finance and Procurement to ensure correct coding, approvals and a clean audit trail. Provide clear, board-ready reporting to senior leadership (including Managing Directors) on compliance, performance, key risks, projects and spend.Represent the estates function professionally with regulators, inspectors, external agencies and visitors where premises matters arise. 7.People leadership, capability and performance Line manage RFMs and relevant estates staff: objectives, supervision, coaching and development.Build a divisional capability plan (skills matrix, training plan, competency checks) covering technical triage, compliance awareness and leadership behaviours.Measure and manage staff KPIs (quality of close-outs, responsiveness, compliance closure rates, stakeholder feedback, budget discipline).Promote a culture of accountability, learning and continuous improvement; manage underperformance fairly and promptly. Performance measures (examples)The role will be measured on a balanced scorecard. Typical divisional KPIs include: Statutory compliance: PPM completion rate; overdue statutory items; audit action closure (by risk rating).Fire safety: FRA action closure times; fire door and compartmentation remediation progress (where applicable).R
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 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 a Senior Executive in our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team, you will play an important role in delivering high quality internal audit, assurance and advisory engagements across a diverse portfolio of clients. You will work as a senior member of engagement teams, taking responsibility for defined areas of delivery while collaborating closely with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners. Y ou will be hands on in executing audit and advisory work, building strong technical capability and professional judgement, and contributing to the development of clear, practical recommendations for our clients. Alongside this, you will support and mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative, high performing team environment. You'll be someone with: E xperience contributing to internal audit, risk, assurance or advisory engagements, taking ownership of defined workstreams and supporting delivery across a range of client environments (e.g. commercial, regulated or not for profit). An inquisitive and proactive mindset, with the confidence to challenge constructively, think critically about risks and controls, and contribute ideas that enhance audit quality, ways of working and client outcomes, supported by relevant experience in risk management, internal audit and systems or controls testing. A relevant professional qualification, or currently working towards one (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIA, CIIA, CCAB or equivalent). Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to evaluate evidence, interpret data and contribute to clear, well reasoned conclusions. Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage professionally with clients and colleagues. A collaborative and proactive approach, with experience supporting or coaching junior team members and contributing positively to team delivery. Good organisational skills and flexibility to travel to client sites as required; experience with data analytics or AI testing tools would be desirable. 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.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
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 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 a Senior Executive in our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team, you will play an important role in delivering high quality internal audit, assurance and advisory engagements across a diverse portfolio of clients. You will work as a senior member of engagement teams, taking responsibility for defined areas of delivery while collaborating closely with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners. Y ou will be hands on in executing audit and advisory work, building strong technical capability and professional judgement, and contributing to the development of clear, practical recommendations for our clients. Alongside this, you will support and mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative, high performing team environment. You'll be someone with: E xperience contributing to internal audit, risk, assurance or advisory engagements, taking ownership of defined workstreams and supporting delivery across a range of client environments (e.g. commercial, regulated or not for profit). An inquisitive and proactive mindset, with the confidence to challenge constructively, think critically about risks and controls, and contribute ideas that enhance audit quality, ways of working and client outcomes, supported by relevant experience in risk management, internal audit and systems or controls testing. A relevant professional qualification, or currently working towards one (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIA, CIIA, CCAB or equivalent). Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to evaluate evidence, interpret data and contribute to clear, well reasoned conclusions. Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage professionally with clients and colleagues. A collaborative and proactive approach, with experience supporting or coaching junior team members and contributing positively to team delivery. Good organisational skills and flexibility to travel to client sites as required; experience with data analytics or AI testing tools would be desirable. 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.
A growing SME is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join its senior team. Operating within a broad commercial and service-led environment, this role offers high visibility across the business and the opportunity to play a key part in financial oversight, reporting and commercial decision-making. This is a hands-on, office-based role, suited to someone who wants to be close to the operation and actively involved in day-to-day activity. The role Reporting into senior leadership, the Finance Manager will lead the finance function, delivering monthly management accounts, financial insight and strong financial controls. You will support budgeting and forecasting, provide analysis to operational stakeholders, and manage a small finance team within a busy SME environment. Key responsibilities Preparation of monthly management accounts with commentary and analysis Producing performance and profitability reporting Supporting budgets, forecasts and financial planning Acting as a finance partner to managers and senior stakeholders Managing the day-to-day finance function and leading a small team Overseeing month-end and year-end close, liaising with external accountants Ensuring compliance, VAT reporting and robust financial controls About you Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience Strong SME finance background with hands-on management accounts experience Comfortable in a broad, commercial, service-led or project-based environment Previous experience managing or supervising a small finance team Strong Excel skills and clear communication style Proactive, detail-focused and commercially minded What's on offer Senior, influential finance role within an established SME Opportunity to shape and strengthen the finance function Competitive salary depending on experience Fully onsite role - office based, five days per week For further information please contact Hannah Flindall
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
A growing SME is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join its senior team. Operating within a broad commercial and service-led environment, this role offers high visibility across the business and the opportunity to play a key part in financial oversight, reporting and commercial decision-making. This is a hands-on, office-based role, suited to someone who wants to be close to the operation and actively involved in day-to-day activity. The role Reporting into senior leadership, the Finance Manager will lead the finance function, delivering monthly management accounts, financial insight and strong financial controls. You will support budgeting and forecasting, provide analysis to operational stakeholders, and manage a small finance team within a busy SME environment. Key responsibilities Preparation of monthly management accounts with commentary and analysis Producing performance and profitability reporting Supporting budgets, forecasts and financial planning Acting as a finance partner to managers and senior stakeholders Managing the day-to-day finance function and leading a small team Overseeing month-end and year-end close, liaising with external accountants Ensuring compliance, VAT reporting and robust financial controls About you Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience Strong SME finance background with hands-on management accounts experience Comfortable in a broad, commercial, service-led or project-based environment Previous experience managing or supervising a small finance team Strong Excel skills and clear communication style Proactive, detail-focused and commercially minded What's on offer Senior, influential finance role within an established SME Opportunity to shape and strengthen the finance function Competitive salary depending on experience Fully onsite role - office based, five days per week For further information please contact Hannah Flindall
Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Project Coordinator on a 8 month contract, located Port of Nigg. Role Summary The WTG Completion Site Coordinator is responsible for coordinating site completion activities related to punch-list item execution and work order management. This role supports the efficient close-out of construction and installation activities by ensuring punch-list items are identified, tracked, assigned, progressed, and closed in a controlled and timely manner. Key Responsibilities Coordinate day-to-day completion activities related to punch-list item management across the site. Manage and track work orders raised for punch-list items, ensuring they are assigned, progressed, and closed out efficiently. Liaise with construction, commissioning, quality, and contractor teams to ensure punch-list items are clearly defined and actioned. Support the preparation, issuance, and follow-up of work orders for outstanding site works. Maintain accurate records of punch-list items, work order status, priorities, responsible parties, and completion dates. Monitor progress of open punch-list items and escalate overdue or critical issues to site leadership. Chair or support daily coordination meetings focused on completion priorities, work order status, constraints, and close-out progress. Ensure punch-list items are sequenced and coordinated in line with project milestones, access availability, and material readiness. Assist with planning and execution of completion activities to support handover and project close-out targets. Support documentation management for completion records, status reports, trackers, and close-out evidence. Prepare regular reports and dashboards showing completion status, work order progress, backlog trends, and key risks. Work closely with project controls and site management to track performance against completion plans and deadlines. Identify bottlenecks, interface issues, and resource constraints impacting punch-list close-out and support resolution actions. Help ensure completed work orders are properly verified, documented, and closed in accordance with quality and project requirements. Promote compliance with HSE procedures, permit requirements, and safe systems of work during completion activities. Support continuous improvement of punch-list and work order workflows to improve efficiency and visibility. Requirements: Previous experience in a site coordination, completion coordination, project coordination, or work order management role within offshore wind, construction, commissioning, or industrial projects. Experience supporting punch-list, snagging, completions, turnover, or handover activities. Good understanding of work order management, close-out tracking, and construction completion processes. Proven ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced site environment. Experience maintaining trackers, reports, and project documentation with a high level of accuracy. Strong organizational and prioritization skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Experience with Smartsheet, Service Max, or similar digital tools is desirable. Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills. Full right to work in the UK. Preferred Experience Previous experience on offshore wind or large-scale infrastructure projects. Familiarity with punch-list close-out, mechanical completion, commissioning interfaces, or handover processes. Experience working with contractors, package managers, and quality teams to close site defects or outstanding works. Knowledge of port, marshalling, pre-assembly, or installation support environments would be advantageous. Our Company Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time!
Apr 29, 2026
Contractor
Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Project Coordinator on a 8 month contract, located Port of Nigg. Role Summary The WTG Completion Site Coordinator is responsible for coordinating site completion activities related to punch-list item execution and work order management. This role supports the efficient close-out of construction and installation activities by ensuring punch-list items are identified, tracked, assigned, progressed, and closed in a controlled and timely manner. Key Responsibilities Coordinate day-to-day completion activities related to punch-list item management across the site. Manage and track work orders raised for punch-list items, ensuring they are assigned, progressed, and closed out efficiently. Liaise with construction, commissioning, quality, and contractor teams to ensure punch-list items are clearly defined and actioned. Support the preparation, issuance, and follow-up of work orders for outstanding site works. Maintain accurate records of punch-list items, work order status, priorities, responsible parties, and completion dates. Monitor progress of open punch-list items and escalate overdue or critical issues to site leadership. Chair or support daily coordination meetings focused on completion priorities, work order status, constraints, and close-out progress. Ensure punch-list items are sequenced and coordinated in line with project milestones, access availability, and material readiness. Assist with planning and execution of completion activities to support handover and project close-out targets. Support documentation management for completion records, status reports, trackers, and close-out evidence. Prepare regular reports and dashboards showing completion status, work order progress, backlog trends, and key risks. Work closely with project controls and site management to track performance against completion plans and deadlines. Identify bottlenecks, interface issues, and resource constraints impacting punch-list close-out and support resolution actions. Help ensure completed work orders are properly verified, documented, and closed in accordance with quality and project requirements. Promote compliance with HSE procedures, permit requirements, and safe systems of work during completion activities. Support continuous improvement of punch-list and work order workflows to improve efficiency and visibility. Requirements: Previous experience in a site coordination, completion coordination, project coordination, or work order management role within offshore wind, construction, commissioning, or industrial projects. Experience supporting punch-list, snagging, completions, turnover, or handover activities. Good understanding of work order management, close-out tracking, and construction completion processes. Proven ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced site environment. Experience maintaining trackers, reports, and project documentation with a high level of accuracy. Strong organizational and prioritization skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Experience with Smartsheet, Service Max, or similar digital tools is desirable. Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills. Full right to work in the UK. Preferred Experience Previous experience on offshore wind or large-scale infrastructure projects. Familiarity with punch-list close-out, mechanical completion, commissioning interfaces, or handover processes. Experience working with contractors, package managers, and quality teams to close site defects or outstanding works. Knowledge of port, marshalling, pre-assembly, or installation support environments would be advantageous. Our Company Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time!
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. 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 both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels 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, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. 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 every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. 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 - 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. LI-
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. 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 both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels 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, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. 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 every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. 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 - 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. LI-
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills with the ability to distil tax concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing, reporting to senior managers, directors and partners, and will require you to actively manage your client portfolio and manage project delivery, coordinating teams to deliver exceptional client service, in addition to supporting business development activities. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and we require candidates with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. 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 both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and 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. We are looking for someone: Who can act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with senior members of the team. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax process, tax strategy, SAO, CCO, tax risk registers etc) - with a keen interest in tax governance and developing tax operations. With broad tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery and quality advice / report writing skills. With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. 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 every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. 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 - 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.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills with the ability to distil tax concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing, reporting to senior managers, directors and partners, and will require you to actively manage your client portfolio and manage project delivery, coordinating teams to deliver exceptional client service, in addition to supporting business development activities. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and we require candidates with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. 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 both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and 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. We are looking for someone: Who can act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with senior members of the team. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax process, tax strategy, SAO, CCO, tax risk registers etc) - with a keen interest in tax governance and developing tax operations. With broad tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery and quality advice / report writing skills. With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. 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 every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. 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 - 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.
