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3 days in the office near Bank Station and 2 from home May consider 4 days a week CIPD Level 7 or above is essential This is an excellent opportunity work for a small and highly successful niche consultancy firm. Based in the centre of London you will be working in a client facing consultancy capacity, responsible for supporting clients predominantly in the Financial Services Sector on and off site to proactively manage their HR function. We are looking for a true generalist who has experience of a 360 HR role and ideally has at least five years' experience in a HR Generalist function as an advisor or manager. Your role: Audit and review the HR function for new and existing clients Assess, update and review client documentation including policies and procedures Acting as in-house HR department to provide HR and benefits administration and onboarding Implement and maintain HR software system for clients Undertake specific projects for clients including grievances, disciplinary issues, TUPE and redundancy Carry out health and safety assessments onsite Writing contracts of employment Amendment to settlement agreements The person: 4+ years experience in a HR Advisor/HR Manager or HR Consultant capacity CIPD qualified at level 7 (essential) Employee Relations (essential) Educated to degree level (preferable) Experienced in using HR cloud based systems Able to produce high quality written and verbal advice Able to demonstrate excellent communication skills and pay attention to detail Highly proactive Professionally presented Proficient in the use of MS Office Packages Experienced in delivering HR solutions to external clients Experienced in using HR systems, ideally Cascade Go HR Able to demonstrate excellent communication skills and pay attention to detail Demonstrate your dedication to keep abreast of legislation changes and awareness of current HR thought leadership Benefits: Flexible working hours - may consider 4 days a week (Mondays required) - office days Mon/Wed/Thur Bonus scheme paid annually Work from home opportunities Great collaborative working environment Great offices Birthday off Please note unless you are able to reply yes to the 3 prescreening questions, you will unfortunately recieved an automated rejection email.

A leading financial services firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced finance manager. This role involves managing an external finance function, preparing financial statements, and liaising with independent auditors. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years PQE, strong communication skills, and experience managing client relationships. The position offers opportunities to grow within a dynamic team and contribute to business development efforts.

At Community Integrated Care, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live the best life possible. Our Partnerships & Communities team delivers ambitious, multi partner programmes that tackle inequality, open doors, and create lasting change for disabled people and the communities we serve. We re now looking for an experienced Project Manager (Partnerships & Communities) to lead the delivery of complex, high impact programmes across England and Scotland working with partners, funders, colleagues and people with lived experience to turn strategy into action. If you thrive in complexity, care deeply about social impact, and love bringing people together to deliver meaningful outcomes, this could be the role for you. This is a full time permanent role with travel to our head office in Widnes at least once a week with regional and national travel as and when required so our ideal candidate will be based within an hours commute of Widnes. What is " The Deal " for you? Flexibility: You can work your 37.5 hours over 4 days and enjoy a long weekend, or split the hours over 5 days to accommodate your other commitments. Pension: contributory pension scheme Benefits: retail discounts, holiday discounts, cycle to work scheme and travel discounts through our benefits app Best Lives Possible: You'll be working for an award winning charity who is passionate about ensuring our colleagues and the people we support lead the best lives bolder Development: We'll work with you to develop your career or to learn and experience new things. We're passionate about developing our people! Support: From our Employee Assistance Programme (available 24/7), financial support options, and wellbeing fund you'll have the support available to lead an easier (financial) life You ll lead projects end to end from early concept and funding through to mobilisation, delivery, evaluation and legacy ensuring programmes are well governed, well delivered and genuinely impactful. In this varied and high-profile role, you will be: Managing a diverse portfolio of projects, campaigns and partnerships, delivered to agreed scope, budget, timelines and quality Working closely with external partners, funders and suppliers to coordinate delivery and maximise impact Applying consistent, high quality project management standards, documentation and governance throughout the project lifecycle Leading risk, safeguarding, health & safety and compliance management across community focused programmes Producing board, partner and audit ready reporting, giving clear visibility of progress, risks, outcomes and learning Leading impact reporting and evaluation turning data and insight into evidence, learning and future opportunity Managing project budgets, resources and supplier relationships to ensure value for money and compliance Supporting and developing colleagues, building strong project discipline, capability and collaboration across the team Representing our work confidently in presentations, reviews, events and partner forums This is a highly collaborative role, working closely with colleagues across Partnerships & Communities, Group Projects, Operations, Support Services and external organisations. Our ideal candidate: You ll be a confident and values driven project professional who combines strong delivery discipline with empathy, creativity and influence. Proven experience leading complex projects end to end in multi stakeholder environments A strong understanding of project governance, assurance, risk management and portfolio delivery Experience working with partners, community organisations or suppliers, building trusted, productive relationships Confidence managing budgets, financial planning and value for money decisions within projects Excellent communication skills able to translate complex information into clear, engaging messages for varied audiences Experience using project management tools and digital reporting platforms (e.g. MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Visio or similar) A recognised project management qualification (PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent) or equivalent experience A genuine commitment to inclusion, co production and social impact, with an understanding of safeguarding and ethical delivery Above all, you ll be motivated by purpose, comfortable with ambiguity, and excited by the opportunity to turn ideas into mobilised, high impact programmes. Why join Community Integrated Care? Be part of one of the UK s leading social care charities, delivering nationally recognised, high profile programmes Work on ambitious partnerships and campaigns that genuinely change lives Enjoy flexible and hybrid working arrangements Access learning, development and progression opportunities in a supportive, values led culture Be trusted to lead, influence and shape work that has a lasting legacy Ready to make a difference? If you re an experienced Project Manager who wants your work to mean something, we d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us turn partnerships into progress, and ambition into impact. Please note, if you are interested in this role, we welcome your application as soon as possible! Depending on the volume of applications received, the vacancy may be closed before the expected advertising end date. We re really proud to be a Hive HR Employee Voice Certified organisation, a recognition that confirms our commitment to creating a culture where our colleagues are not only encouraged to share their thoughts, but where this feedback is actively sought and acted upon to drive positive change at every level. In our 2025 Colleague Engagement Survey, 59% (nearly 3,800) of our people shared their feedback and insights, giving us an incredible Employee Net Promoter Score of . The Employee Net Promoter Score is a measure of how willing our colleagues are to recommend us as a good place to work to their loved ones and a score of is considered a Very Good score when compared to global benchmarks set by hundreds of other organisations.

AUDIT MANAGER / SENIOR AUDIT MANAGER Full Time, Hybrid working (3 days at home, 2 days office after probation) Salary: DOE £50,000 - £75,000 per annum + Guaranteed bonus REED Practice is excited to be working in partnership with a long-established firm of Chartered Certified Accountants, Chartered Tax Advisors, and Registered Auditors based in Wimborne, Dorset. The practice has been operating for over 45 years, serving more than 1,000 clients across Dorset and the wider region, providing a broad range of professional services, including audit, accounts preparation, taxation, business advisory, bookkeeping,payroll, and outsourcing solutions. They work with individuals, small businesses, and larger companies-ranging from sole traders needing tax returns to organisations with up to £25m turnover requiring audit and corporate tax advice. Owing to growth within the Audit Team, our client is recruiting either an Audit Manager / Senior Audit Manager or Audit Principal to work with long standing clients and develop the Audit Service. On offer is The opportunity to manage a mixed portfolio (Accounts and Audit, weighted depending on skillset) Build long term rapport with new and existing clients in a client facing role. Progression towards an Associate Director level Hybrid working after 3 months probation (3 days at home, 2 days office) Joining a supportive and growing team of 35 within new offices. Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities to contribute to department strategy and growth. Duties: Manage and oversee a diverse portfolio of audit engagements from planning through to completion. Review audit files in line with professional and regulatory standards, ensuring technical accuracy and quality. Lead, support, and develop audit seniors and trainees, providing coaching, feedback, and performance oversight. Act as a primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong professional relationships and addressing queries effectively. Ensure engagement delivery aligns with internal processes, budget requirements, and project deadlines. Contribute to departmental resource planning, workflow management, and team utilisation. Support Partners with technical matters, reporting, and business development initiatives including proposals and tender submissions. Keep up to date with relevant audit, accounting, and regulatory developments and promote best practice across the team. Qualifications & Experience ACA/ACCA Qualified (or equivalent). Significant post-qualification audit experience within an accountancy practice. Strong understanding of UK auditing standards and financial reporting frameworks, including FRS 102. Proven experience managing audit engagements and overseeing audit teams. Experience working with a varied client base across multiple sectors. Skills & Attributes Strong leadership and team-management abilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. High level of technical competence and professional judgement. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities. Client-focused approach with a commitment to delivering high-quality service. Professional, methodical, and proactive working style.

Principal Accountant (Hybrid) needed in Haringey, £317.86 per day PAYE - Reference: OR99609 2 days in the office Responsibilities To assist the Chief Accountant and Deputy Chief Accountant with the annual production of the Statement of Accounts. To support the Deputy Chief Accountant with day to day activities within the Chief Accountant's team, including design and implementation of processes and procedures for other staff to follow. To maintain the integrity of the underpinning chart of accounts, balances and transactions to facilitate all aspects of statutory and management reporting. To provide technical accounting advice to staff to ensure that best practice and relevant accounting standards and guidance is adhered to. To deputise for the Deputy Chief Accountant as may be reasonably required from time to time. To lead on Collection Fund, Revenue Accounting, Chart of Accounts, Balance Sheet Management, VAT and ensure the efficient and timely completion of all related Returns (statutory or otherwise). To ensure robust, accurate and compliant collection fund accounting and record keeping including being responsible for compiling working papers that satisfy audit requirements. To liaise with LG Futures on all collection Fund matters and review information supporting the estimation of the collection fund surplus/deficit during the year. To advise senior management on all collection fund matters and act as the collection fund contact with external bodies such as preceptors, experts, collection fund network. To have an oversight of information provided by the Revenue Service Teams to ensure that all collection fund returns are accurate and completed on a timely basis. To support tasks such as the setting of council tax. To lead on annual closure of all revenue activities including the preparation of reconciling related general ledger accounts including reserves. Maintain oversight of the Balance Sheet to ensure that all balances are understood, can be supported, and represent real assets or liabilities. To complete statutory and non government returns such as the NNDR1 3, CTR1, Revenue Outturn Returns and Whole Government Accounts. Consolidate accounts for group companies and related bodies. Oversight of accounting for schools and related party organisations. An oversight of the accounting processes around Debtors (including capital loans, Bad Debts provision and Creditors). To lead on Grant accounting. To lead on the completion of statutory and non government returns e.g. WGA, RO. To lead on strategic VAT issues & ensure that the financial processes are robust in line with changes in VAT legislation. Support wide service initiatives with complex VAT implications through obtaining specialist advice and building a library of advice from tax experts for the purpose providing timely advice. Review monthly VAT Returns & provide VAT advice to senior leadership. Undertake Partial Exemption calculations annually. To ensure that finance colleagues and services are aware of the closure timetable and protocols to follow to ensure that the appropriate year end adjustments are actioned. Prepare Collection Fund Statement at year end. Prepare some aspects of the Core Financial Statement e.g. Cash Flow Statement and group accounts including notes to the accounts. To satisfactorily respond to complex internal and external audit queries and recommendations in line with the current audit protocol with the aim of continually improving the financial management and reporting. To ensure all work undertaken is compliant with financial regulations, standing orders, policies and practice, statutory requirements and CIPFA guidance. To action all relevant virements on SAP as and when required ensuring appropriate authorisation has been obtained for each item processed. To prepare accounting guidance, briefing papers, electronic templates, audit working papers and committee reports as and when required. Document and review procedures and processes on a regular basis keeping Line Manager informed of the situation. This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

The Audit Manager will play a key role in overseeing and managing audit engagements within clients from a wide variety of sectors across the region. Based in Southampton, this permanent role offers an opportunity to contribute to a thriving Accounting & Finance department. Client Details The organisation is a well-established, accountancy firm with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions within the professional services sector. As a historic independent firm with strong roots in the local area, they pride themselves on creating a supportive and collaborative work environment for their team. Description Lead and manage audit engagements, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations. Supervise and mentor junior team members, providing guidance and support. Develop and maintain strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction and retention. Review and finalise audit reports and financial statements. Identify areas for process improvement and implement effective solutions. Collaborate with other departments to provide comprehensive client services. Ensure timely delivery of audit projects within budget constraints. Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and industry regulations. Profile A successful Audit Manager should have: A professional qualification in accounting, such as ACA, ACCA, or equivalent. Proven expertise in audit processes within the Professional Services industry. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and leadership abilities. A commitment to delivering high-quality work and client satisfaction. Familiarity with accounting software and tools. An ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £60,000 per annum. Hybrid working arrangements, offering flexibility and work-life balance. Opportunities for professional development and career growth. Supportive and collaborative company culture. Permanent position based in Southampton. If you are an experienced Audit Manager looking to progress your career in Southampton, we encourage you to apply today!

Job Title: Customer Complaints Director Location: Leeds Salary: up to 60k + Bonus + Benefits Role Purpose The Customer Complaints Director (B2C) leads the end-to-end complaints strategy across a high-volume consumer environment, ensuring fast, fair, and customer-centric resolution of issues. This role is critical in protecting and enhancing brand reputation , reducing customer churn, and using complaint insight to drive continuous improvement across the entire customer journey. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Define and deliver a B2C complaints strategy that balances customer outcomes, regulatory compliance, and commercial objectives Position complaints as a key source of customer insight to influence business-wide decision-making Act as the voice of the consumer at executive and board level Operational Leadership (High Volume) Lead large-scale complaints operations across multi-channel environments (contact centre, digital, social media, written correspondence) Ensure efficient handling of high complaint volumes while maintaining quality and fairness Drive improvements in speed to resolution, first contact resolution, and consistency of outcomes Customer Experience & Brand Protection Ensure complaint handling reflects the organisation s brand values and customer promise Minimise negative customer experiences that could impact retention, loyalty, and public perception Manage escalations, including social media and executive complaints , with appropriate urgency and care Insight & Continuous Improvement Use complaint data, trends, and root cause analysis to identify systemic issues across the customer journey Partner with Product, Marketing, Digital, and Operations to eliminate recurring pain points Reduce overall complaint volumes through proactive improvements and preventative actions Regulatory & Risk Management Ensure compliance with all relevant consumer regulations and complaint handling standards Maintain robust governance, audit trails, and reporting frameworks Act as escalation lead for high-risk or reputationally sensitive cases Culture & Capability Build a customer-first, resolution-focused culture within complaints and wider customer teams Lead and develop senior managers and large operational teams Embed coaching, quality assurance, and performance frameworks to drive consistency Stakeholder Engagement Work cross-functionally to influence improvements in customer journeys, products, and services Present insights, risks, and recommendations to senior stakeholders and executive leadership Collaborate with Commercial teams to identify opportunities for retention and revenue protection Transformation & Efficiency Drive automation, digital enablement, and self-service solutions where appropriate Improve operational efficiency and reduce cost per complaint Lead transformation initiatives to modernise complaints handling Key Accountabilities Customer satisfaction following complaint resolution Reduction in complaint volumes and repeat complaints Speed and quality of resolution Customer retention and churn reduction Regulatory compliance and audit outcomes Cost to serve and operational efficiency Team engagement and performance Required Experience Senior leadership experience within B2C complaints, customer service, or contact centre operations Proven experience managing high-volume customer environments Strong track record of improving customer experience and reducing complaints Experience in regulated B2C sectors (e.g., Financial Services, Telecoms, Utilities, Retail) preferred Demonstrated success in using customer insight to drive business change Experience leading large teams and influencing at executive level Skills & Competencies Strong customer-first mindset with commercial awareness Ability to balance customer outcomes with business objectives Excellent leadership and people development skills Advanced analytical and problem-solving capability Strong communication and stakeholder influencing skills Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced, high-demand environment Success Profile A successful Customer Complaints Director (B2C) will: Turn high complaint volumes into actionable insight and business improvement Protect and enhance brand reputation in a consumer-facing environment Deliver fast, fair, and empathetic customer resolutions at scale Reduce churn and improve customer loyalty and lifetime value Build a high-performing, customer-focused complaints function Awaiting Job spec

Outsource Support Partner - Role Summary We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Outsource Support Partner to support the Head of Outsource Operations and the Third-Party Relationship Manager by reducing administrative workload and ensuring smooth, compliant outsourced servicing operations. The role involves working closely with internal teams (Investment, Legal, Risk) and external Servicers, supporting day-to-day operations, performance reporting, governance, and control activities in a fast-paced, regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Manage the Outsource mailbox , logging, prioritising, and responding to Servicer queries Act as a key contact for day-to-day operational and data queries Support onboarding of new debt portfolios , ensuring accurate documentation Prepare performance and business review packs for internal and external meetings Maintain operational logs, control trackers, and documentation to ensure audit readiness Monitor Servicer compliance with internal policies, contracts, and regulatory requirements Support RCSA and BCP activities for outsourced servicing Coordinate meetings, agendas, pre-reads, and minute-taking Assist with invoice documentation and deadline management Skills & Experience Strong administrative and organisational skills with high attention to detail Experience in financial services or another regulated environment preferred Proficient in MS Office ; able to learn systems quickly Knowledge of risk, compliance, or control frameworks desirable Excellent communication skills and ability to work under pressure Benefits Competitive salary and benefits package Must have Experience within Financial Services Job Title: Out Sourcing Partner Location: Manchester, UK Job Type: Permanent Trading as TEKsystems. Allegis Group Limited, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. TEKsystems is a company within the Allegis Group network of companies (collectively referred to as "Allegis Group"). Aerotek, Aston Carter, EASi, Talentis Solutions, TEKsystems, Stamford Consultants and The Stamford Group are Allegis Group brands. If you apply, your personal data will be processed as described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice available at our website. To access our Online Privacy Notice, which explains what information we may collect, use, share, and store about you, and describes your rights and choices about this, please go our website. We are part of a global network of companies and as a result, the personal data you provide will be shared within Allegis Group and transferred and processed outside the UK, Switzerland and European Economic Area subject to the protections described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice. We store personal data in the UK, EEA, Switzerland and the USA. If you would like to exercise your privacy rights, please visit the "Contacting Us" section of our Online Privacy Notice on our website for details on how to contact us. To protect your privacy and security, we may take steps to verify your identity, such as a password and user ID if there is an account associated with your request, or identifying information such as your address or date of birth, before proceeding with your request. commitments under the UK Data Protection Act, EU-U.S. Privacy Shield or the Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield.

Interim Finance Systems Manager - 6 months contract Fleet, Hampshire - office based twice a week Charity People have partnered with a £15million turnover health charity where we are looking for an experienced Interim Finance systems Manager to provide short-term stabilisation and hands-on support within a small, busy finance function. This is a delivery-focused role, ensuring strong month-end processes, reliable management information and proportionate financial controls during a pressured period. It's not about large-scale change, but about bringing clarity, structure and confidence to core financial operations. Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum based on experience Hybrid: Twice a week in Fleet, Hampshire Duties and Responsibilities Own and deliver the full month-end close, including journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations by working closely with the Interim Director of Finance and Corporate Services and Head of Finance Produce timely, high-quality management accounts with clear variance analysis and practical commentary Review existing financial controls, identify key risks, and implement proportionate and effective safeguards Strengthen reporting, reconciliations and data quality in a largely manual finance environment Develop clear, repeatable templates for management accounts, cashflow forecasting and reforecasting Act as a stabilising presence, sharing knowledge and improving team resilience Person Specification Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong hands-on experience or very strong QBE Systems Accountant Proven track record of delivering month-end and management accounts in manual or resource-constrained environments Confident working independently, meeting tight deadlines and prioritising highest-risk areas Strong intermediate Excel skills (e.g. pivot tables, lookups, SUMIFS, IF functions) Calm, pragmatic and collaborative approach, with the ability to explain finance clearly to non-finance colleagues Experience supporting year-end and audit processes, ideally within a charity or not-for-profit setting Timelines for the role: Role will be closing on 11th May, 2026 First stage interview w/c 11th May, 2026 Second stage w/c 18 th May, 2026 Charity People is a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background-e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Senior Operations Manager - Finance Services - Accounts Payable, Order to Cash and Finance Specialist - Band F - £53,151 - Swindon, Newport or Stockton - 12 month Fixed Term Contract It's an exciting time to join UKSBS as we transform our business to be the leading UK public sector business service provider. We aim to become a very different organisation over the next few years as we move to a modern multi platform, digitally enabled organisation. About the role We are looking for a Senior Operations Manager to join our Finance Services leadership team. This is a pivotal senior management role with responsibility for the Accounts Payable, Order to Cash and Finance Specialist functions, leading large multi site teams supporting a broad portfolio of government clients. Reporting to the Head of Finance Services, you will play a critical role in leading operational performance, driving continuous improvement and supporting the delivery of significant change across the service. This fixed term role offers an exciting opportunity to influence the future direction of finance shared services at UKSBS. What it's like to work in the Finance Services team We are a well established finance shared services team with a supportive and collaborative culture, entering a period of growth and transformation. Our teams deliver high quality financial transaction processing and specialist finance support on behalf of government clients, from invoice processing through to audit support. Our team is made up of a variety of professional backgrounds and experience levels. We offer hybrid working with flexibility around full time or part time hours, and core working hours of 8.00am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday. Colleagues can be based in Swindon, Newport or Stockton on Tees, depending on what works best for them and the business. The duties of the role include, but are not limited to: Lead the day to day operations of the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable service across multiple clients and ERP platforms. Lead, manage and develop teams of approximately 40-50 colleagues across multiple locations ensuring high performance and engagement. Align service delivery roadmaps with UKSBS strategic objectives and organisational transformation initiatives. People and Performance Management Provide leadership, coaching and mentoring to team managers to build high performing, engaged teams. Set clear objectives and oversee effective performance management. Embed a culture of accountability, consistency and outstanding customer service. Lead talent and succession planning, supporting effective workforce planning and capability development. Service delivery and continuous improvement Ensure finance processes meet regulatory, statutory and contractual requirements. Drive continuous improvement activity within your teams and across the wider Finance Service. Ensure quality monitoring frameworks are in place to support consistent, high quality service delivery. Support delivery of the Finance Service change and transformation programme. Stakeholder engagement and relationship management Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including clients and third party providers. Represent Finance Services at client meetings and governance forums. Act as a key liaison across operational areas to resolve complex issues and deliver service improvements. Governance, risk and compliance Monitor and report performance against KPIs and SLAs. Ensure effective controls and risk mitigation processes are in place. Identify, record and proactively manage service risks through appropriate governance channels. Business transformation and capability Support transition to new technologies and automation solutions aligned to UKSBS ERP strategy. Drive adoption of best practice and contribute to business wide process improvements. To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate: Extensive experience leading finance shared services teams across multiple locations. Strong understanding of Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable services. Proven ability to influence and manage senior stakeholders. Demonstrated success driving performance improvement and managing change. Strong problem solving and decision making capability. High digital capability including Microsoft 365 tools. Experience delivering services through complex ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP or Workday. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Demonstrates UKSBS values and behaviours. A professional accounting qualification and a formal leadership qualification (e.g. ILM) would be advantageous but are not essential. For additional information and a confidential discussion please contact our Recruitment Team on . We are an inclusive and Disability Confident employer and welcome all applications. Find out more about our equality, diversity and inclusion commitments on our website. Successful candidates may be required to undergo Security Clearance (National Security Vetting) as part of their employment. To meet these standards, applicants must normally have lived in the UK for at least the last five years and be able to satisfy background, identity and criminal record checks. UKSBS does not hold a Home Office Sponsor Licence under the UK Immigration System, therefore candidates are required to have eligibility to live and work in the UK prior to applying. We look forward to hearing from you. We are UKSBS. We are creating a place where people love to work, a culture where we lead, we change, we deliver and we empower our people to be curious, take action and add value.

Description Starling is the UK's first and leading digital bank on a mission to fix banking! We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. We're a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We're a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,000 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices. Our technologists are at the very heart of Starling and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that revolves around building, creating, and disrupting to keep us on the cutting edge of the industry. Innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. We operate a flat working structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be. Help is never far away either and you will find support in your team and from across the business - we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Starling is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: from contributing code to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five Starling values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. In Technology, we're asking that you attend the office a minimum of 1 day per week. About the role Starling is growing our first line Information Technology Risk Management Team (ITRM) and is looking for a technical regulatory compliance manager who is passionate about making a difference in the development of the risk, control and compliance space, and has a drive to facilitate the implementation of compliant technology led solutions to our Banking services. As a member of our first line ITRM team, you will be responsible for ensuring Information Technology complies with the relevant industry rules and regulations, ensuring our regulatory obligations are met, and avoiding any issues which may impact the business adversely. This role will require collaborative working with all stakeholders including second and third line to ensure compliance, operational efficiency and continuous improvement. Reporting to the Chief IT Control Officer via the Technical Resilience Director, you will have the responsibility for the protection of Information Technology's reputation and integrity through the coordination of first line compliance activities and the preparation for regulatory attestations and accreditations. This will enable Information Technology to contribute to the delivery of the Bank's integrity and reputation through demonstrable compliance delivery. What you'll get to do: Monitoring and the provision of evidence to support compliance with laws, regulations and internal policies Supporting the SMF24 and others with responsibilities under SMCR to enable the delivery of regulatory expectations; ensuring timely and accurate submission of attestations Support the evolving regulatory compliance work associated with operational resilience and in Technology's Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery planning, including the assurance of compliance across the technology supply chain Interpreting and communicating regulatory changes, ensuring that all findings are recorded and followed up with appropriate stakeholders / teams The investigation of any irregularities, breaches and non-compliance issues Championing compliance best practice and contributing to robust and effective compliance controls within the organisation The performance of risk assessments, technology led thematic reviews and internal compliance audits to understand compliance risk level, significance and scope IT policy development: advisory and assurance across the compliance elements / implications within the IT governance documentation suite Helping the business function to identify solutions to compliance issues The implementation of preventative and/or corrective measures to mitigate compliance risk Creation of a function-wide compliance culture through the education about regulation and industry best practices, with insight into the impact of non-compliance on the organisation The review of technical change to assure compliance with regulatory / scheme requirements Ensuring that the correct internal policies and procedures are in place to achieve compliance with external regulations. Assisting in the gathering of internal information in response to regulatory requests Managing voluntary best practice relating to professional standards Collaborating with other departments / functions / lines of defense to create a culture of compliance Compliance monitoring including the development and tracking of compliance metrics and ensuring adherence to internal controls Investigating compliance violations or irregularities Reporting on current compliance risks and compliance performance across Information Technology Highlighting / escalating areas of concern to the Information Technology departmental and team leads, risk owners and Chief IT Control Officer as required. Keeping up to date with the evolving regulatory environment. Requirements Have a comprehensive understanding and working knowledge of the UK's regulatory environment and sourcebooks Be able to advise and make recommendations to the business on regulatory compliance matters identify opportunities for and where appropriate recommend business process improvements to ensure compliance Have a pragmatic approach and be able to work collaboratively within the compliance spaces across a technology driven environment Have an understanding of compliance risks across technology, information security and regulatory environments Have an understanding of the principles of IT Risk Management Have knowledge of ISO accreditations against which to monitor compliance Have knowledge of industry standards such as COBIT, NIST, SOC I and SOC II, and PCI-DSS against which to monitor compliance Have previous knowledge of CASS, BACS, SCV, Pay UK and Swift CSP against which to monitor compliance Be proficient in working with external auditors Share knowledge and provide guidance on internal bank first line or similar related processes. Take responsibility and do the right thing for customers, colleagues and partners. Experience across one or more of these areas is useful but it is not expected that you will have worked in all of these. The following skills and experience are desirable: Experience working within financial services, specifically within technology risk management. Experience working with key stakeholders, developing working relationships and providing insightful management reporting / information. Good attention to detail as you are likely to be examining laws and regulations and checking compliance Working knowledge of SMCR requirements Ability to influence across multiple stakeholders information to technical and non-technical audiences Flexibility in your approach to meeting goals as part of the wider team. Benefits 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status . click apply for full job details

We are working with a well-established and growing international professional services business to recruit a Payroll / Accounts Assistant to join their small, collaborative finance team on a part-time basis. This is a confidential opportunity within a specialist organisation operating across multiple global locations, offering exposure to international payroll processes and a varied finance role. The Role: Reporting into the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting overseas payroll operations and ensuring accurate financial reporting. You will work closely with external payroll providers and internal stakeholders to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time. Key Responsibilities: Preparing and submitting payroll inputs to external payroll providers Reviewing and reporting taxable benefits Checking payroll reports for accuracy and completeness Posting payroll journals and payments into Xero Calculating and posting staff cost recharges Reconciling payroll-related balance sheet accounts Reviewing and approving employee expense claims Supporting audit requests Providing ad hoc finance and administrative support About You: Experience supporting payroll processes and reporting Minimum 2 years experience within a finance or accounts environment Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook Confident using finance systems (Xero experience beneficial) High level of accuracy and attention to detail Able to work independently and manage deadlines effectively Strong organisational and multitasking skills A proactive team player with a positive, can-do approach What s on Offer: Working with team meetings at agreed locations on a bi-weekly / monthly basis Flexible part-time hours (c. 25 hours per week) Supportive and collaborative team environment For more information or to apply, please submit your CV. All applications will be handled in strict confidence.

I am partnering with a privately backed, internationally aligned industrial group to appoint a Group Finance Director for its UK & EMEA operations. This appointment comes at a pivotal stage in the company's evolution. With revenues of c.£60M across multiple sites, the business is entering a period of strategic integration, systems transformation, and performance optimisation. The successful candidate will play a central role in shaping that journey. The Opportunity Reporting to the General Manager - EMEA, with a close working relationship with CFO, you will assume full responsibility for financial leadership across the region. This is a role with genuine breadth and influence. The immediate focus is to evolve the finance function from a traditional reporting environment into a commercially focused, insight-led business partner. Alongside this, you will lead a programme of operational integration, including ERP implementation (Microsoft Business Central), with the longer-term objective of creating a single, cohesive EMEA platform. Key Responsibilities Act as a strategic partner to the EMEA leadership team, influencing decision-making at the highest level Lead all aspects of financial planning, reporting, and performance across a multi-site operation Drive margin improvement through robust analysis and commercial insight Ensure alignment with group reporting, controls, and governance standards Lead ERP implementation and finance systems transformation Support the integration of multiple operating entities into a unified structure Oversee cashflow, working capital, and capital allocation Build and develop a high-performing, forward-looking finance team Manage audit, tax, and statutory compliance across the region The Profile We are seeking a high-calibre Finance Director with a proven ability to operate both strategically and operationally within complex, multi-site environments. You will bring : ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification Experience at FD level within a £20M plus industrial, manufacturing, or services business A track record of finance transformation and performance improvement Experience implementing ERP systems and supporting business integration The credibility to operate across international stakeholder groups Exposure to M&A and experience within privately backed environments will be advantageous. Personal Style Commercially astute, with a natural ability to translate data into action Comfortable leading change within evolving, fast-paced environments A visible, credible leader who can engage and influence across the business Hands-on, pragmatic, and delivery-focused High integrity with a strong sense of accountability and governance Why This Role? This is a high-impact, career-defining opportunity within a business that combines strong market fundamentals with clear strategic ambition. You will have the opportunity to shape the finance function, influence regional strategy, and play a key role in building a more integrated and commercially driven organisation. Next Steps For a confidential discussion, please get in touch directly with your most recent CV. All enquiries will be handled with discretion.

Internal Auditor - Financial Controls (12-Month FTC) Cheshire Hybrid (3 days on-site) Salary up to 48,000 + Benefits We're working with a well-established organisation known for delivering essential services across a multi-site, operationally complex environment. With a strong focus on governance, risk and continuous improvement, they are investing in strengthening their financial controls and internal audit capabilities. Are you looking for a role where you can step in, take ownership and leave a lasting impact? We're supporting a leading our client on a key 12-month project bringing in an experienced Internal Auditor to strengthen financial controls, deliver high-quality audits, and help build long-term internal capability. This is more than just delivering audits, it's about shaping how things are done and leaving the function in a stronger place. The opportunity You'll take the lead on internal audits across core financial processes, providing independent assurance on the effectiveness of controls while identifying opportunities to improve. Alongside this, you'll work closely with the Senior Manager Governance & Risk, sharing knowledge and building internal capability, ensuring a smooth and sustainable handover at the end of the project. This is a role for someone who enjoys: Owning work end-to-end Improving processes and controls Working closely with stakeholders Leaving a tangible legacy What you'll be doing Financial control audits Plan, scope and deliver internal audits across key financial processes Assess both design and operating effectiveness of controls Identify gaps, risks and opportunities for improvement Carry out detailed testing and analysis Audit delivery & reporting Produce clear, well-structured audit reports with practical recommendations Present findings to senior stakeholders, including Governance & Risk and Audit Committee where required Agree actions and timelines, tracking progress through to completion Maintain high-quality audit documentation and working papers Stakeholder engagement Build strong relationships across finance, operations and leadership teams Communicate findings in a clear, constructive and commercially aware way Liaise with third parties where relevant Capability building Work closely with the Senior Manager - Governance & Risk to share knowledge and approach Support development of internal audit capability Document methodologies, tools and processes to enable long-term sustainability What we're looking for Strong background in internal audit, with a focus on financial controls Experience auditing core processes such as: Payroll Revenue Cash & banking Procurement Confident designing and executing audit testing Analytical, detail-focused and naturally investigative Excellent communicator - able to translate complex findings into clear, actionable insight Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders Desirable Professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIA or equivalent) Why this role? A chance to own and shape a key finance project High visibility across the business Opportunity to build something sustainable, not just deliver BAU Collaborative environment with strong stakeholder exposure Hybrid working (3 days in Cheshire) The kind of person who will thrive Someone who: Enjoys bringing structure and clarity to complex areas Takes pride in improving how things work Is confident, proactive and comfortable operating with autonomy Wants to leave a role knowing they've made a real difference If you're open to a role where you can step in, add value quickly and leave a lasting impact, I'd love to speak with you. BH36043

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working with every department at BDO, our Finance team helps us meet relevant legal requirements that ensure our firm operates effectively in a tightly-regulated field. They implement strategies that help us innovate - like combining new technology with traditional financial processes to make us even more digital. As part of this friendly team, you'll enjoy flexible hours and have opportunities to take responsibility for the delivery of quality work. With your colleagues behind you, you'll embrace change, new ideas and have an impact on the future of our firm. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. In this role you will assist and support the Commercial Finance Director and North/Scotland Heads of Audit (LHoA) in managing the financial performance of the North and Scotland offices on strategic issues and on a day-to-day basis as well as providing relevant support, advice and guidance to the overall team within the business unit on financial matters. (Role is based in Manchester office but monthly travel to other offices expected - Leeds & Edinburgh) You'll be someone with: A commercial mind Analytical skills ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified The ability to handle/process confidential information in sensitive manner. Project Management, team leadership and delegation skills with a collaborative, participative approach and the ability to engage, inspire and influence people at all levels in the organisation. Strong leadership and influencing skills to enable proactive relationships with business leaders. Capable of contributing to the strategic agenda with strong operational skills Partnership experience 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.