Financial Controller East London Hybrid Working 75,000 - 85,000 + Benefits A growing international business is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join its UK finance leadership team in a high-profile role with broad EMEA exposure. Reporting into senior regional finance leadership, this position will take ownership of financial control, reporting, compliance, and operational finance activities across multiple European entities. The successful candidate will also lead and develop a UK-based finance team while partnering closely with stakeholders across the wider business. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, international environment and wants to play a key role in driving process improvement, controls, and finance transformation initiatives. Key Responsibilities Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes across multiple European entities Manage budgeting, forecasting, cashflow forecasting, variance analysis, and KPI reporting Ensure timely and accurate statutory, VAT, and tax compliance submissions Act as lead contact for external auditors and advisors Manage and mentor a finance team, driving high performance and best practice Support finance transformation and ERP/system implementation projects Strengthen internal controls and improve financial processes across the business Partner with operational stakeholders to support commercial decision-making Candidate Profile Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Proven Financial Controller or senior finance leadership experience Strong technical accounting knowledge including IFRS and/or US GAAP Experience operating within international or multi-entity environments Strong people management and stakeholder engagement skills Experience supporting ERP or finance system implementations would be highly advantageous Proactive, adaptable, and commercially aware approach The Opportunity Hybrid working model International business exposure Leadership role with genuine influence Excellent salary and benefits package Collaborative and supportive culture For a confidential discussion and further information, please apply directly. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
May 13, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller East London Hybrid Working 75,000 - 85,000 + Benefits A growing international business is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join its UK finance leadership team in a high-profile role with broad EMEA exposure. Reporting into senior regional finance leadership, this position will take ownership of financial control, reporting, compliance, and operational finance activities across multiple European entities. The successful candidate will also lead and develop a UK-based finance team while partnering closely with stakeholders across the wider business. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, international environment and wants to play a key role in driving process improvement, controls, and finance transformation initiatives. Key Responsibilities Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes across multiple European entities Manage budgeting, forecasting, cashflow forecasting, variance analysis, and KPI reporting Ensure timely and accurate statutory, VAT, and tax compliance submissions Act as lead contact for external auditors and advisors Manage and mentor a finance team, driving high performance and best practice Support finance transformation and ERP/system implementation projects Strengthen internal controls and improve financial processes across the business Partner with operational stakeholders to support commercial decision-making Candidate Profile Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Proven Financial Controller or senior finance leadership experience Strong technical accounting knowledge including IFRS and/or US GAAP Experience operating within international or multi-entity environments Strong people management and stakeholder engagement skills Experience supporting ERP or finance system implementations would be highly advantageous Proactive, adaptable, and commercially aware approach The Opportunity Hybrid working model International business exposure Leadership role with genuine influence Excellent salary and benefits package Collaborative and supportive culture For a confidential discussion and further information, please apply directly. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
Your new company You will be joining a well-established and forward-thinking organisation with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services. The organisation is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and supporting its people through a flexible and inclusive working environment. Your new role As Finance Team Lead (Income), you will play a key leadership role in managing the organisation's income function. You will oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring accurate rent and service charge processing, alongside managing banking activities such as reconciliations, direct debits, and BACS payments. You will lead and develop a team, driving performance, accountability, and continuous improvement, while also identifying opportunities to enhance processes and support digital transformation. In addition, you will ensure robust financial controls are in place, maintain audit readiness, and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders. This role will also see you contributing to financial planning, reporting, and the wider income strategy, with a real opportunity to make a measurable impact across the organisation. What you'll need to succeed To be successful, you will bring strong experience in income management, including rent collection and service charges, which is essential. You will have a proven track record of leading and developing teams, alongside strong technical expertise in financial controls, reconciliations, and reporting. You will be highly proficient in Excel, with a proactive and solutions-focused approach, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Experience within housing, local government, or a similar sector will be highly advantageous, along with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and navigate change effectively. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive salary of 45,561, alongside the opportunity to step into a leadership role where you can truly influence financial performance and service delivery. The organisation offers highly flexible and hybrid working arrangements, including the potential for a 9-day working fortnight, supporting a strong work-life balance.In addition, you will have the chance to contribute to meaningful organisational transformation, with clear opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive environment. 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)
May 13, 2026
Full time
Your new company You will be joining a well-established and forward-thinking organisation with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services. The organisation is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and supporting its people through a flexible and inclusive working environment. Your new role As Finance Team Lead (Income), you will play a key leadership role in managing the organisation's income function. You will oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring accurate rent and service charge processing, alongside managing banking activities such as reconciliations, direct debits, and BACS payments. You will lead and develop a team, driving performance, accountability, and continuous improvement, while also identifying opportunities to enhance processes and support digital transformation. In addition, you will ensure robust financial controls are in place, maintain audit readiness, and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders. This role will also see you contributing to financial planning, reporting, and the wider income strategy, with a real opportunity to make a measurable impact across the organisation. What you'll need to succeed To be successful, you will bring strong experience in income management, including rent collection and service charges, which is essential. You will have a proven track record of leading and developing teams, alongside strong technical expertise in financial controls, reconciliations, and reporting. You will be highly proficient in Excel, with a proactive and solutions-focused approach, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Experience within housing, local government, or a similar sector will be highly advantageous, along with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and navigate change effectively. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive salary of 45,561, alongside the opportunity to step into a leadership role where you can truly influence financial performance and service delivery. The organisation offers highly flexible and hybrid working arrangements, including the potential for a 9-day working fortnight, supporting a strong work-life balance.In addition, you will have the chance to contribute to meaningful organisational transformation, with clear opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive environment. 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)
Stantec Consulting International Ltd.
Leeds, Yorkshire
Our Regulatory Advice team, part of the Stantec Advisory Services Group, has a significant track record of successful delivery across the Water and Infrastructure sectors. We support our clients to help them drive performance and realise financial and social value from their assets. We do this by working with clients in a collaborative environment to provide strategic, resilient, sustainable, and innovative solutions to their performance issues. We work with client teams and stakeholders to unlock hidden data and provide insight into the performance of their asset base, helping them to work more effectively and make systems based, informed and timely decisions. Our continued success in supporting many of the UK's main utility providers and major infrastructure developers brings significant growth across the group. As a result, we have opportunities for Senior Consultants to join our Asset Management and Regulatory Advice teams. The Senior Consultant roles can be based in any of our 40 offices in major cities UK and Ireland, the benefits of hybrid working allows enhanced work life balance by a combination of office and home working. An important part of your role will be to identify wider improvement opportunities for clients to reduce risk and/or improve their effectiveness and efficiency. You will build internal and external relationships to guide and influence client's strategic thinking and raise the profile of our Advisory Services group, with the overall aim of building and growing the Stantec business. As a Senior Consultant - Regulatory Advice, you will play a key role in delivering high quality regulatory advice to clients operating in regulated sectors. You will lead workstreams within larger engagements or deliver smaller assignments independently, producing clear, evidence based analysis and advice on regulatory requirements, price controls, performance frameworks, and assurance. You will work closely with Principals and Directors while supporting the development of junior colleagues. If you are looking for an opportunity to accelerate your career forward within a highly supportive organisation, delivering exceptional solutions for clients then we want to hear from you. About You Experience working in a regulated sector or regulatory consulting environment (utilities preferred). Good understanding of regulatory frameworks, price controls, or performance and incentive regimes. Experience supporting price reviews or revenue setting processes. Familiarity with assurance, audit, or governance concepts. Understanding of benchmarking, or performance measurement. Experience facilitating workshops or supporting senior stakeholder discussions. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to work confidently with data and evidence. Excellent written communication skills, with experience producing regulator or board facing documents. Ability to manage tasks and priorities across multiple workstreams. Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills. This opportunity can be based anywhere in the UK, and we have the right culture and well being to provide the flexibility, support, and work life balance that you need. We offer a fantastic range of benefits including flexible working arrangements, Private Medical Insurance, a strong pension scheme and a people orientated company culture. Importantly, we offer you the chance to play a key part in our growing Advisory Services Group and the opportunity to take your career to another level. About Stantec The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact we will talk to you about how we can support you.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Our Regulatory Advice team, part of the Stantec Advisory Services Group, has a significant track record of successful delivery across the Water and Infrastructure sectors. We support our clients to help them drive performance and realise financial and social value from their assets. We do this by working with clients in a collaborative environment to provide strategic, resilient, sustainable, and innovative solutions to their performance issues. We work with client teams and stakeholders to unlock hidden data and provide insight into the performance of their asset base, helping them to work more effectively and make systems based, informed and timely decisions. Our continued success in supporting many of the UK's main utility providers and major infrastructure developers brings significant growth across the group. As a result, we have opportunities for Senior Consultants to join our Asset Management and Regulatory Advice teams. The Senior Consultant roles can be based in any of our 40 offices in major cities UK and Ireland, the benefits of hybrid working allows enhanced work life balance by a combination of office and home working. An important part of your role will be to identify wider improvement opportunities for clients to reduce risk and/or improve their effectiveness and efficiency. You will build internal and external relationships to guide and influence client's strategic thinking and raise the profile of our Advisory Services group, with the overall aim of building and growing the Stantec business. As a Senior Consultant - Regulatory Advice, you will play a key role in delivering high quality regulatory advice to clients operating in regulated sectors. You will lead workstreams within larger engagements or deliver smaller assignments independently, producing clear, evidence based analysis and advice on regulatory requirements, price controls, performance frameworks, and assurance. You will work closely with Principals and Directors while supporting the development of junior colleagues. If you are looking for an opportunity to accelerate your career forward within a highly supportive organisation, delivering exceptional solutions for clients then we want to hear from you. About You Experience working in a regulated sector or regulatory consulting environment (utilities preferred). Good understanding of regulatory frameworks, price controls, or performance and incentive regimes. Experience supporting price reviews or revenue setting processes. Familiarity with assurance, audit, or governance concepts. Understanding of benchmarking, or performance measurement. Experience facilitating workshops or supporting senior stakeholder discussions. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to work confidently with data and evidence. Excellent written communication skills, with experience producing regulator or board facing documents. Ability to manage tasks and priorities across multiple workstreams. Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills. This opportunity can be based anywhere in the UK, and we have the right culture and well being to provide the flexibility, support, and work life balance that you need. We offer a fantastic range of benefits including flexible working arrangements, Private Medical Insurance, a strong pension scheme and a people orientated company culture. Importantly, we offer you the chance to play a key part in our growing Advisory Services Group and the opportunity to take your career to another level. About Stantec The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact we will talk to you about how we can support you.
Stantec Consulting International Ltd.
Birmingham, Staffordshire
Our Regulatory Advice team, part of the Stantec Advisory Services Group, has a significant track record of successful delivery across the Water and Infrastructure sectors. We support our clients to help them drive performance and realise financial and social value from their assets. We do this by working with clients in a collaborative environment to provide strategic, resilient, sustainable, and innovative solutions to their performance issues. We work with client teams and stakeholders to unlock hidden data and provide insight into the performance of their asset base, helping them to work more effectively and make systems based, informed and timely decisions. Our continued success in supporting many of the UK's main utility providers and major infrastructure developers brings significant growth across the group. As a result, we have opportunities for Senior Consultants to join our Asset Management and Regulatory Advice teams. The Senior Consultant roles can be based in any of our 40 offices in major cities UK and Ireland, the benefits of hybrid working allows enhanced work life balance by a combination of office and home working. An important part of your role will be to identify wider improvement opportunities for clients to reduce risk and/or improve their effectiveness and efficiency. You will build internal and external relationships to guide and influence client's strategic thinking and raise the profile of our Advisory Services group, with the overall aim of building and growing the Stantec business. As a Senior Consultant - Regulatory Advice, you will play a key role in delivering high quality regulatory advice to clients operating in regulated sectors. You will lead workstreams within larger engagements or deliver smaller assignments independently, producing clear, evidence based analysis and advice on regulatory requirements, price controls, performance frameworks, and assurance. You will work closely with Principals and Directors while supporting the development of junior colleagues. If you are looking for an opportunity to accelerate your career forward within a highly supportive organisation, delivering exceptional solutions for clients then we want to hear from you. About You Experience working in a regulated sector or regulatory consulting environment (utilities preferred). Good understanding of regulatory frameworks, price controls, or performance and incentive regimes. Experience supporting price reviews or revenue setting processes. Familiarity with assurance, audit, or governance concepts. Understanding of benchmarking, or performance measurement. Experience facilitating workshops or supporting senior stakeholder discussions. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to work confidently with data and evidence. Excellent written communication skills, with experience producing regulator or board facing documents. Ability to manage tasks and priorities across multiple workstreams. Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills. This opportunity can be based anywhere in the UK, and we have the right culture and well being to provide the flexibility, support, and work life balance that you need. We offer a fantastic range of benefits including flexible working arrangements, Private Medical Insurance, a strong pension scheme and a people orientated company culture. Importantly, we offer you the chance to play a key part in our growing Advisory Services Group and the opportunity to take your career to another level. About Stantec The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact we will talk to you about how we can support you.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Our Regulatory Advice team, part of the Stantec Advisory Services Group, has a significant track record of successful delivery across the Water and Infrastructure sectors. We support our clients to help them drive performance and realise financial and social value from their assets. We do this by working with clients in a collaborative environment to provide strategic, resilient, sustainable, and innovative solutions to their performance issues. We work with client teams and stakeholders to unlock hidden data and provide insight into the performance of their asset base, helping them to work more effectively and make systems based, informed and timely decisions. Our continued success in supporting many of the UK's main utility providers and major infrastructure developers brings significant growth across the group. As a result, we have opportunities for Senior Consultants to join our Asset Management and Regulatory Advice teams. The Senior Consultant roles can be based in any of our 40 offices in major cities UK and Ireland, the benefits of hybrid working allows enhanced work life balance by a combination of office and home working. An important part of your role will be to identify wider improvement opportunities for clients to reduce risk and/or improve their effectiveness and efficiency. You will build internal and external relationships to guide and influence client's strategic thinking and raise the profile of our Advisory Services group, with the overall aim of building and growing the Stantec business. As a Senior Consultant - Regulatory Advice, you will play a key role in delivering high quality regulatory advice to clients operating in regulated sectors. You will lead workstreams within larger engagements or deliver smaller assignments independently, producing clear, evidence based analysis and advice on regulatory requirements, price controls, performance frameworks, and assurance. You will work closely with Principals and Directors while supporting the development of junior colleagues. If you are looking for an opportunity to accelerate your career forward within a highly supportive organisation, delivering exceptional solutions for clients then we want to hear from you. About You Experience working in a regulated sector or regulatory consulting environment (utilities preferred). Good understanding of regulatory frameworks, price controls, or performance and incentive regimes. Experience supporting price reviews or revenue setting processes. Familiarity with assurance, audit, or governance concepts. Understanding of benchmarking, or performance measurement. Experience facilitating workshops or supporting senior stakeholder discussions. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to work confidently with data and evidence. Excellent written communication skills, with experience producing regulator or board facing documents. Ability to manage tasks and priorities across multiple workstreams. Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills. This opportunity can be based anywhere in the UK, and we have the right culture and well being to provide the flexibility, support, and work life balance that you need. We offer a fantastic range of benefits including flexible working arrangements, Private Medical Insurance, a strong pension scheme and a people orientated company culture. Importantly, we offer you the chance to play a key part in our growing Advisory Services Group and the opportunity to take your career to another level. About Stantec The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact we will talk to you about how we can support you.
We are seeking a hands on, experienced Senior Accounting Manager to join our team reporting to the Global Accounting Director for Sample Management Solutions. This is a key leadership position leading the European Accounting team for the segment. Provide direction to the accounting team for the region and collaborates with Corporate team to ensure compliance with local and US accounting principles and standards, maintain a robust SOX environment and company policies. This role will have oversight of accounting matters of the region and will be responsible for monthly and quarter end activities as well as ensuring group and local compliances. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, has a solid operational and technical accounting background, with a high level of integrity, and is action and goal-oriented in a fast-paced, team-oriented, collaborative environment. What You ll Do Lead and oversee accounting processes for the UK & European entities of Sample Management Solutions Operating Company. Responsible for accounting in the general ledger, provision of financial information, implementing and maintenance of controls for the assigned areas. Lead month-end closing activities, ensure reliable & timely closing of books and preparation or review of reports and analysis in support of internal and external reporting requirements. Ensure Account reconciliations are of high quality and completed on time. Perform a detailed balance sheet review for the responsible entities, ensure balances are well explained and supported. Coordinate with external auditors and financial and tax advisors to ensure timely submission of statutory financial statements and local requirements for the assigned legal entities within the segment in collaboration with the Corporate Tax and Treasury department Ensure compliance in SOX and other controls in the Finance department and across the business. Collaborate with the Internal audit department and external SOX auditors Liaise with shared service global process owners on matters relating to Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Accounts Receivable and other general accounting. Answer queries on financial accounting, Treasury management, release payment runs. Collaborate with business operations, provide guidance on accounting matters. Liaise with the corporate accounting team on technical matters. Provide insight and clarity on matters of accounting complexity. Lease accounting. Internal and external audits. Be hands on to drive process and system improvements to enable team productivity, accuracy, enhance timeliness and control environment. Provide coaching / guidance to assigned team members leading to high performance and fostering a positive work environment What you will Bring Qualified Chartered Accountant or Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Progressive accounting experience. Strong technical USGAAP and UK/IFRS knowledge. Strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of successful collaboration with team members and stakeholders. Strong process focus & improvement mindset; Six Sigma and/or Lean trained a plus; strong project management skills Experience with large-scale ERP systems required. Knowledge of Oracle Cloud and OneStream is a plus Excellent communication skills and ability to multi-task in complex and dynamic environments Experience working at a global company in a SOX compliant environment is preferred Other Requirements Demonstrate sound work ethic, respect and cultural sensitivity and awareness. Self-Starter, Effective time management, organizational and prioritization skills. Strong analytical/problem solving skills. Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines A sense of urgency and self-motivation, with a personal commitment to meeting deadlines. Working Conditions/ Schedule Hybrid - Manchester (aligned to company policy 4 days in office) Occasional travel may be required
May 13, 2026
Full time
We are seeking a hands on, experienced Senior Accounting Manager to join our team reporting to the Global Accounting Director for Sample Management Solutions. This is a key leadership position leading the European Accounting team for the segment. Provide direction to the accounting team for the region and collaborates with Corporate team to ensure compliance with local and US accounting principles and standards, maintain a robust SOX environment and company policies. This role will have oversight of accounting matters of the region and will be responsible for monthly and quarter end activities as well as ensuring group and local compliances. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, has a solid operational and technical accounting background, with a high level of integrity, and is action and goal-oriented in a fast-paced, team-oriented, collaborative environment. What You ll Do Lead and oversee accounting processes for the UK & European entities of Sample Management Solutions Operating Company. Responsible for accounting in the general ledger, provision of financial information, implementing and maintenance of controls for the assigned areas. Lead month-end closing activities, ensure reliable & timely closing of books and preparation or review of reports and analysis in support of internal and external reporting requirements. Ensure Account reconciliations are of high quality and completed on time. Perform a detailed balance sheet review for the responsible entities, ensure balances are well explained and supported. Coordinate with external auditors and financial and tax advisors to ensure timely submission of statutory financial statements and local requirements for the assigned legal entities within the segment in collaboration with the Corporate Tax and Treasury department Ensure compliance in SOX and other controls in the Finance department and across the business. Collaborate with the Internal audit department and external SOX auditors Liaise with shared service global process owners on matters relating to Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Accounts Receivable and other general accounting. Answer queries on financial accounting, Treasury management, release payment runs. Collaborate with business operations, provide guidance on accounting matters. Liaise with the corporate accounting team on technical matters. Provide insight and clarity on matters of accounting complexity. Lease accounting. Internal and external audits. Be hands on to drive process and system improvements to enable team productivity, accuracy, enhance timeliness and control environment. Provide coaching / guidance to assigned team members leading to high performance and fostering a positive work environment What you will Bring Qualified Chartered Accountant or Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Progressive accounting experience. Strong technical USGAAP and UK/IFRS knowledge. Strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of successful collaboration with team members and stakeholders. Strong process focus & improvement mindset; Six Sigma and/or Lean trained a plus; strong project management skills Experience with large-scale ERP systems required. Knowledge of Oracle Cloud and OneStream is a plus Excellent communication skills and ability to multi-task in complex and dynamic environments Experience working at a global company in a SOX compliant environment is preferred Other Requirements Demonstrate sound work ethic, respect and cultural sensitivity and awareness. Self-Starter, Effective time management, organizational and prioritization skills. Strong analytical/problem solving skills. Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines A sense of urgency and self-motivation, with a personal commitment to meeting deadlines. Working Conditions/ Schedule Hybrid - Manchester (aligned to company policy 4 days in office) Occasional travel may be required
Vitae Financial Recruitment
Watford, Hertfordshire
Finance Project Manager Hertfordshire (Hybrid - 2-3 days in office) 70,000 - 80,000 + 6k car allowance + 15% bonus Looking to step into a role where you can genuinely influence major infrastructure projects and partner with senior stakeholders? We're working with a leading organisation in the infrastructure and engineering space, delivering large-scale, complex projects across the UK. They're now looking for a Finance Project Manager to play a pivotal role in driving financial performance and supporting operational decision-making. Why this role? Work on high-profile, large-scale projects with real impact Be a trusted advisor to senior operational and commercial leaders Lead and shape a high-performing project finance team Strong package including bonus and car allowance Flexible hybrid working model What you'll be doing Acting as a key finance partner to project teams-providing insight, challenge, and support to drive performance Leading, mentoring, and developing a project-focused finance team Reviewing project financials, identifying risks and opportunities, and helping maximise profitability Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders across finance, commercial, and operations Overseeing monthly reporting, forecasting cycles, and financial planning Ensuring strong financial governance, controls, and continuous process improvement Leading audit activity (external and client), working closely with project and finance teams Supporting year-end reporting and deeper project performance reviews What we're looking for Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Experience in a project-based environment (construction, engineering, infrastructure or similar) Strong business partnering skills with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders Commercially minded, with the ability to turn data into actionable insight Experience leading or mentoring teams Interested? If you're looking for a role where you can step closer to the business, influence decisions, and work on complex, meaningful projects-this could be a great next move. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
May 13, 2026
Full time
Finance Project Manager Hertfordshire (Hybrid - 2-3 days in office) 70,000 - 80,000 + 6k car allowance + 15% bonus Looking to step into a role where you can genuinely influence major infrastructure projects and partner with senior stakeholders? We're working with a leading organisation in the infrastructure and engineering space, delivering large-scale, complex projects across the UK. They're now looking for a Finance Project Manager to play a pivotal role in driving financial performance and supporting operational decision-making. Why this role? Work on high-profile, large-scale projects with real impact Be a trusted advisor to senior operational and commercial leaders Lead and shape a high-performing project finance team Strong package including bonus and car allowance Flexible hybrid working model What you'll be doing Acting as a key finance partner to project teams-providing insight, challenge, and support to drive performance Leading, mentoring, and developing a project-focused finance team Reviewing project financials, identifying risks and opportunities, and helping maximise profitability Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders across finance, commercial, and operations Overseeing monthly reporting, forecasting cycles, and financial planning Ensuring strong financial governance, controls, and continuous process improvement Leading audit activity (external and client), working closely with project and finance teams Supporting year-end reporting and deeper project performance reviews What we're looking for Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Experience in a project-based environment (construction, engineering, infrastructure or similar) Strong business partnering skills with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders Commercially minded, with the ability to turn data into actionable insight Experience leading or mentoring teams Interested? If you're looking for a role where you can step closer to the business, influence decisions, and work on complex, meaningful projects-this could be a great next move. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
Our client is seeking to appoint a Chief Operating Officer to play a pivotal role in driving the company's operational performance, commercial growth, and wider business strategy. The role will have a strong focus on enhancing operational efficiency, improving cross-functional alignment, and supporting the company's broader commercial and sales strategy. Location: United Kingdom (Hybrid/Office-based) Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer and Board The COO will be responsible for ensuring the business is operationally scalable, performance-driven, and positioned for long-term growth, while also fostering a high-performing and accountable culture across the organisation. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an experienced executive who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on operational execution. The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to help shape the company's growth trajectory, strengthen operational infrastructure, and support the continued expansion of the business within a competitive and fast-moving market. Role Overview The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing the commercial & operational performance of a growing organisation. The role will ensure business strategy is effectively translated into operational execution, supported by strong governance, financial oversight, and people leadership within a regulated UK business environment. Main Responsibilities Operational Leadership & Strategy Lead and oversee the organisation's operational functions. Translate strategic business objectives into operational delivery plans. Develop and continuously improve operational processes, frameworks, and procedures. Drive operational scalability, consistency, and efficiency across the business. People Leadership & Performance Lead senior operational leaders and wider management teams. Establish performance objectives and monitor delivery against KPIs. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Support succession planning, leadership development, and team growth. Financial & Resource Management Oversee operational budgets, cost management, and resource allocation. Partner closely with Finance on forecasting and financial planning activities. Ensure resources are aligned effectively against business priorities and growth plans. Governance, Risk & Compliance Ensure compliance with UK employment legislation, health and safety standards, and relevant regulatory requirements. Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies. Support governance frameworks, internal controls, audits, and business continuity planning. Maintain operational standards within a regulated business environment. Executive & Stakeholder Engagement Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board on operational matters. Collaborate with executive leadership to align operations with wider business strategy. Build and manage relationships with key partners, suppliers, and stakeholders. Qualifications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Business, Operations, Finance, Economics, or a related field preferred. MBA or postgraduate qualification advantageous. Relevant leadership or management qualifications beneficial. Skills & Experience Proven experience within a senior operational leadership role. Strong strategic, commercial, and analytical capability. Experience operating within a UK-based business environment. Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills. Ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced, growth-oriented organisation. Eligibility Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
May 13, 2026
Full time
Our client is seeking to appoint a Chief Operating Officer to play a pivotal role in driving the company's operational performance, commercial growth, and wider business strategy. The role will have a strong focus on enhancing operational efficiency, improving cross-functional alignment, and supporting the company's broader commercial and sales strategy. Location: United Kingdom (Hybrid/Office-based) Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer and Board The COO will be responsible for ensuring the business is operationally scalable, performance-driven, and positioned for long-term growth, while also fostering a high-performing and accountable culture across the organisation. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an experienced executive who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on operational execution. The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to help shape the company's growth trajectory, strengthen operational infrastructure, and support the continued expansion of the business within a competitive and fast-moving market. Role Overview The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing the commercial & operational performance of a growing organisation. The role will ensure business strategy is effectively translated into operational execution, supported by strong governance, financial oversight, and people leadership within a regulated UK business environment. Main Responsibilities Operational Leadership & Strategy Lead and oversee the organisation's operational functions. Translate strategic business objectives into operational delivery plans. Develop and continuously improve operational processes, frameworks, and procedures. Drive operational scalability, consistency, and efficiency across the business. People Leadership & Performance Lead senior operational leaders and wider management teams. Establish performance objectives and monitor delivery against KPIs. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Support succession planning, leadership development, and team growth. Financial & Resource Management Oversee operational budgets, cost management, and resource allocation. Partner closely with Finance on forecasting and financial planning activities. Ensure resources are aligned effectively against business priorities and growth plans. Governance, Risk & Compliance Ensure compliance with UK employment legislation, health and safety standards, and relevant regulatory requirements. Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies. Support governance frameworks, internal controls, audits, and business continuity planning. Maintain operational standards within a regulated business environment. Executive & Stakeholder Engagement Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board on operational matters. Collaborate with executive leadership to align operations with wider business strategy. Build and manage relationships with key partners, suppliers, and stakeholders. Qualifications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Business, Operations, Finance, Economics, or a related field preferred. MBA or postgraduate qualification advantageous. Relevant leadership or management qualifications beneficial. Skills & Experience Proven experience within a senior operational leadership role. Strong strategic, commercial, and analytical capability. Experience operating within a UK-based business environment. Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills. Ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced, growth-oriented organisation. Eligibility Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Deputy Client Accounting Manager Your role will be to provide financial accounting, management reporting, statutory reporting and an administration function for real estate funds. To help supervise up to three individuals, who are responsible for the accounting function, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of related tasks and to act in an advisory and supportive capacity. The role sits within the Real Estate and Infrastructure Operations Team. How you'll spend your time To deputise for the Client Accounting Manager and aid in the control and supervision of a team of Fund Accountants. This includes recruitment and training where required. To help supervise up to three individuals with responsibility for management of up to two direct reports, including performance appraisals. The review and sign off of NAV valuations on the Property Fund. To review Net Asset Value computations for communication to investors and monthly Management Accounts, including the analysis and reconciliation of Balance Sheet and Income Statement General Ledger items. The preparation of supporting documents/workings and liaison with internal and external auditors. To review and sign off annual statutory financial statements. To review and sign off MSCI data and Management Information, including liquidity forecasts. To review quarterly VAT Returns, general ledger reconciliations, and submission to H M Revenue & Customs. To review CGT and capital allowance computations. To review the performance statistics with reconciliation to published industry benchmarks (MSCI), unit price movements and valuation movements. To provide management information required for Board papers, ensuring timeliness and accuracy of data as per agreed timescales. To administer and account for property purchases and sales, including monitoring the VAT treatment of transactions, VAT options to tax, lawyer liaison, liaising with CTI treasury, and provision of Capital Allowance information. Providing Fund updates to the Fund Manager, including adherence to investment restrictions. Ensure continuous implementation and strict application of accounting standards and operational controls. Act as a client relationship manager, including liaising with the client, the preparation of the bi-annual client relationship meeting pack and adherence to client restrictions. To be successful in this role you will have Part/Fully Qualified Accountant - CA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA Management Accounting experience Experience in managing and motivating direct reports Self-starter, deadline-driven and can work on own initiative. Solid financial accounting skills, including ability to analyse and interpret variances Clear and concise communicator with experience of working with colleagues at all levels Client Focus driven with proven experience Advanced Excel skills If you also had this, it would be great Experience in a Financial Services environment Fund Accounting/Real Asset Fund Accounting experience Experience with Horizon not essential but beneficial. Other accounting system experience is useful. 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. #
May 13, 2026
Full time
Deputy Client Accounting Manager Your role will be to provide financial accounting, management reporting, statutory reporting and an administration function for real estate funds. To help supervise up to three individuals, who are responsible for the accounting function, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of related tasks and to act in an advisory and supportive capacity. The role sits within the Real Estate and Infrastructure Operations Team. How you'll spend your time To deputise for the Client Accounting Manager and aid in the control and supervision of a team of Fund Accountants. This includes recruitment and training where required. To help supervise up to three individuals with responsibility for management of up to two direct reports, including performance appraisals. The review and sign off of NAV valuations on the Property Fund. To review Net Asset Value computations for communication to investors and monthly Management Accounts, including the analysis and reconciliation of Balance Sheet and Income Statement General Ledger items. The preparation of supporting documents/workings and liaison with internal and external auditors. To review and sign off annual statutory financial statements. To review and sign off MSCI data and Management Information, including liquidity forecasts. To review quarterly VAT Returns, general ledger reconciliations, and submission to H M Revenue & Customs. To review CGT and capital allowance computations. To review the performance statistics with reconciliation to published industry benchmarks (MSCI), unit price movements and valuation movements. To provide management information required for Board papers, ensuring timeliness and accuracy of data as per agreed timescales. To administer and account for property purchases and sales, including monitoring the VAT treatment of transactions, VAT options to tax, lawyer liaison, liaising with CTI treasury, and provision of Capital Allowance information. Providing Fund updates to the Fund Manager, including adherence to investment restrictions. Ensure continuous implementation and strict application of accounting standards and operational controls. Act as a client relationship manager, including liaising with the client, the preparation of the bi-annual client relationship meeting pack and adherence to client restrictions. To be successful in this role you will have Part/Fully Qualified Accountant - CA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA Management Accounting experience Experience in managing and motivating direct reports Self-starter, deadline-driven and can work on own initiative. Solid financial accounting skills, including ability to analyse and interpret variances Clear and concise communicator with experience of working with colleagues at all levels Client Focus driven with proven experience Advanced Excel skills If you also had this, it would be great Experience in a Financial Services environment Fund Accounting/Real Asset Fund Accounting experience Experience with Horizon not essential but beneficial. Other accounting system experience is useful. 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. #
Head of Finance - West Cumbria - Scaling manufacturing business - Salary up to £90,000 per annum An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a commercially driven Head of Finance to join a scaling manufacturing and eCommerce organisation based in West Cumbria.Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this senior leadership position offers significant autonomy and influence. You will assume full accountability for the finance remit, acting as a trusted strategic partner to the business and embedding robust financial frameworks to support sustained growth, particularly as the company accelerates its international expansion.The successful candidate will bring deep manufacturing sector experience, coupled with the ability to enhance financial visibility, introduce scalable processes, and deliver insight-led reporting that underpins profitable growth with a strong EBITDA focus. Your new company A well-established yet rapidly growing manufacturing and eCommerce business recognised for product quality and innovation. Operating across the UK and overseas markets, the company distributes through a blend of direct-to-consumer and retail channels and continues to invest heavily in new product development and operational capability. Your new role As Head of Finance, you will provide end-to-end financial leadership across the organisation. Key accountabilities will include: Responsibility of the finance function, including leadership and development of a small finance team (2 direct reports)Ownership of the monthly financial close, ensuring delivery of accurate and insightful management information covering profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash positionOversight of cashflow planning and working capital management, with particular emphasis on inventory optimisationDevelopment of value-adding financial analysis and commentary to inform commercial and operational decision-makingEstablishment and rollout of performance measures and KPIs across the businessDriving the budgeting, forecasting, and re-forecasting cycles to align financial planning with ambitious growth objectivesProviding detailed insight into product cost structures, margin performance, and operational driversActing as a strategic partner to the Managing Director, contributing to improved profitability and performance tracking with clear EBITDA accountabilityProactively identifying cost reduction initiatives and margin enhancement opportunities Managing statutory reporting requirements, coordinating year-end processes, and acting as the main point of contact for auditsBuilding and maintaining effective relationships with external accountants, auditors, and professional advisors What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role, you will bring a blend of technical finance expertise, commercial awareness, and hands-on leadership capability. You will ideally demonstrate: Full accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA), or be qualified through substantial relevant experience A strong track record in a senior finance role within a manufacturing environmentIn-depth knowledge of manufacturing financeExperience of implementing performance reporting frameworks and improving the quality and visibility of management informationA commercially focused mindset, with the confidence to challenge assumptions, influence stakeholders & and contribute ideasFlexibility and resilience to thrive within a fast-moving, growth-oriented business environmentThe ability to balance strategic thinking with a highly practical, detail-driven approachStrong technical competence across financial controls, compliance, and reportingAdvanced Excel capability alongside experience working with ERP and accounting platforms What you'll get in return Competitive starting salary up to £90,000 per annum DOE33 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidaysCompany pension schemeFull-time role (40 hours per week) with flexible start and finish timesFull time on-site 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. #
May 13, 2026
Full time
Head of Finance - West Cumbria - Scaling manufacturing business - Salary up to £90,000 per annum An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a commercially driven Head of Finance to join a scaling manufacturing and eCommerce organisation based in West Cumbria.Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this senior leadership position offers significant autonomy and influence. You will assume full accountability for the finance remit, acting as a trusted strategic partner to the business and embedding robust financial frameworks to support sustained growth, particularly as the company accelerates its international expansion.The successful candidate will bring deep manufacturing sector experience, coupled with the ability to enhance financial visibility, introduce scalable processes, and deliver insight-led reporting that underpins profitable growth with a strong EBITDA focus. Your new company A well-established yet rapidly growing manufacturing and eCommerce business recognised for product quality and innovation. Operating across the UK and overseas markets, the company distributes through a blend of direct-to-consumer and retail channels and continues to invest heavily in new product development and operational capability. Your new role As Head of Finance, you will provide end-to-end financial leadership across the organisation. Key accountabilities will include: Responsibility of the finance function, including leadership and development of a small finance team (2 direct reports)Ownership of the monthly financial close, ensuring delivery of accurate and insightful management information covering profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash positionOversight of cashflow planning and working capital management, with particular emphasis on inventory optimisationDevelopment of value-adding financial analysis and commentary to inform commercial and operational decision-makingEstablishment and rollout of performance measures and KPIs across the businessDriving the budgeting, forecasting, and re-forecasting cycles to align financial planning with ambitious growth objectivesProviding detailed insight into product cost structures, margin performance, and operational driversActing as a strategic partner to the Managing Director, contributing to improved profitability and performance tracking with clear EBITDA accountabilityProactively identifying cost reduction initiatives and margin enhancement opportunities Managing statutory reporting requirements, coordinating year-end processes, and acting as the main point of contact for auditsBuilding and maintaining effective relationships with external accountants, auditors, and professional advisors What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role, you will bring a blend of technical finance expertise, commercial awareness, and hands-on leadership capability. You will ideally demonstrate: Full accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA), or be qualified through substantial relevant experience A strong track record in a senior finance role within a manufacturing environmentIn-depth knowledge of manufacturing financeExperience of implementing performance reporting frameworks and improving the quality and visibility of management informationA commercially focused mindset, with the confidence to challenge assumptions, influence stakeholders & and contribute ideasFlexibility and resilience to thrive within a fast-moving, growth-oriented business environmentThe ability to balance strategic thinking with a highly practical, detail-driven approachStrong technical competence across financial controls, compliance, and reportingAdvanced Excel capability alongside experience working with ERP and accounting platforms What you'll get in return Competitive starting salary up to £90,000 per annum DOE33 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidaysCompany pension schemeFull-time role (40 hours per week) with flexible start and finish timesFull time on-site 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. #
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is 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. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You will ne someone with; ACCA/ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Previous experience of managing people. Good working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Experience of systems/controls testing as well as substantive auditing, including consolidations, group audits, statutory accounts and disclosures. Project Management 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 our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is 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. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You will ne someone with; ACCA/ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Previous experience of managing people. Good working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Experience of systems/controls testing as well as substantive auditing, including consolidations, group audits, statutory accounts and disclosures. Project Management 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 our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
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Edinburgh, Midlothian
Principal Consultant (Senior Manager) - Non-Financial / Operational Risk UK - Edinburgh Location: Edinburgh and Hertford (Hybrid) Practice Area: Finance, Risk, Regulatory & Financial Crime Type: Permanent Lead enterprise-wide risk transformation and shape the future of non-financial risk The Role Capco is seeking experienced Principal Consultants with deep expertise in Non-Financial Risk to join our growing FRRF capability. In this senior role, you will lead complex client engagements, advise senior stakeholders, and play a key role in shaping and delivering enterprise and operational risk transformation initiatives. You will act as a trusted advisor while contributing to capability growth, proposition development, and team leadership. What You'll Do Lead delivery of large-scale risk transformation programmes across enterprise and operational risk Oversee trade surveillance and market abuse frameworks, including optimisation of detection scenarios and controls Advise clients on regulatory expectations and translate them into strategic and practical solutions Apply and oversee the use of AI and model tuning techniques to enhance risk monitoring, alert calibration, and false positive reduction Build and maintain senior stakeholder relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to client leadership What We're Looking For Extensive experience in enterprise or operational risk within financial services or consulting Strong knowledge of market abuse regulation, trade surveillance frameworks, and financial crime risk Experience working with or overseeing AI/ML models in risk or surveillance environments, including tuning and optimisation Proven ability to lead complex programmes and manage multiple stakeholders at senior levels Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and challenge constructively Bonus Points For Experience leading surveillance transformation or control optimisation initiatives Familiarity with surveillance tools and platforms (e.g., NICE Actimize, Nasdaq SMARTS, or similar) Track record in business development, including shaping and converting opportunities Experience mentoring and developing junior team members Experience working across multiple jurisdictions or regulatory regimes Why Join Capco Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy Benefits We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life: Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover. Mental Health: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders. Family-Friendly: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement. Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs. Continuous Learning: Minimum 40 Hours of Training Annually plus a dedicated Business Coach from Day One. Capco does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. In order to track the effectiveness of our recruiting efforts, please consider participating in the optional questionnaire.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Principal Consultant (Senior Manager) - Non-Financial / Operational Risk UK - Edinburgh Location: Edinburgh and Hertford (Hybrid) Practice Area: Finance, Risk, Regulatory & Financial Crime Type: Permanent Lead enterprise-wide risk transformation and shape the future of non-financial risk The Role Capco is seeking experienced Principal Consultants with deep expertise in Non-Financial Risk to join our growing FRRF capability. In this senior role, you will lead complex client engagements, advise senior stakeholders, and play a key role in shaping and delivering enterprise and operational risk transformation initiatives. You will act as a trusted advisor while contributing to capability growth, proposition development, and team leadership. What You'll Do Lead delivery of large-scale risk transformation programmes across enterprise and operational risk Oversee trade surveillance and market abuse frameworks, including optimisation of detection scenarios and controls Advise clients on regulatory expectations and translate them into strategic and practical solutions Apply and oversee the use of AI and model tuning techniques to enhance risk monitoring, alert calibration, and false positive reduction Build and maintain senior stakeholder relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to client leadership What We're Looking For Extensive experience in enterprise or operational risk within financial services or consulting Strong knowledge of market abuse regulation, trade surveillance frameworks, and financial crime risk Experience working with or overseeing AI/ML models in risk or surveillance environments, including tuning and optimisation Proven ability to lead complex programmes and manage multiple stakeholders at senior levels Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and challenge constructively Bonus Points For Experience leading surveillance transformation or control optimisation initiatives Familiarity with surveillance tools and platforms (e.g., NICE Actimize, Nasdaq SMARTS, or similar) Track record in business development, including shaping and converting opportunities Experience mentoring and developing junior team members Experience working across multiple jurisdictions or regulatory regimes Why Join Capco Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy Benefits We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life: Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover. Mental Health: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders. Family-Friendly: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement. Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs. Continuous Learning: Minimum 40 Hours of Training Annually plus a dedicated Business Coach from Day One. Capco does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. In order to track the effectiveness of our recruiting efforts, please consider participating in the optional questionnaire.
Internal Auditor - Fluent French Speaker - 50% International Travel Your new company This global organisation is a diversified, industry-leading group with a long history of innovation and excellence across multiple markets. Its Internal Audit function operates on a worldwide scale, and the UK audit team-based in Windsor-works closely with colleagues across all regions to deliver high-quality audit and advisory work that supports strong governance and operational performance. This is a rare opportunity to join a respected, globally recognised business offering true international exposure and long-term career development. Your new role As an Internal Auditor, you will conduct financial, compliance and ad hoc audits across a broad portfolio of business units. Working closely with an Audit Manager, you will: •Deliver financial and non-financial audits across diverse operations •Develop a strong understanding of risks, processes, controls, IT systems and operational challenges •Ensure controls and processes are robust and appropriately documented •Produce clear, high-quality working papers and supporting evidence •Present audit findings and recommendations confidently to management •Partner with stakeholders to develop practical solutions and action plans •Build strong relationships, positioning Internal Audit as a trusted advisor •Contribute to best practice sharing across the global audit network The role involves approximately 50% international travel, split across France, EMEA with occasional long-haul assignments. What you'll need to succeed You will be a motivated and commercially aware audit professional with: •A degree and a recognised accounting qualification (ACA or equivalent) •Fluency in French (both written and spoken) is essential •At least three years' experience in accounting, auditing or financial analysis •Strong analytical skills, risk awareness and a solid understanding of internal controls •Knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP or UK GAAP, as well as auditing standards •Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills •The ability to work independently and build strong working relationships •Advanced PC skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and audit systems) What you'll get in return You will join a global organisation that genuinely invests in its people. The role offers significant scope for progression-either within Internal Audit or into the wider business. The package includes: •£54,000 basic salary •£6,000 car allowance + fuel card •Signing on bonus •Discretionary bonus (up to 10%) •Company pension scheme •Private medical insurance •Permanent health insurance •26 days annual leave What you need to do now If you're an ambitious French-speaking audit professional looking for genuine global exposure and excellent long-term prospects, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Please apply with your up-to-date CV. #
May 13, 2026
Full time
Internal Auditor - Fluent French Speaker - 50% International Travel Your new company This global organisation is a diversified, industry-leading group with a long history of innovation and excellence across multiple markets. Its Internal Audit function operates on a worldwide scale, and the UK audit team-based in Windsor-works closely with colleagues across all regions to deliver high-quality audit and advisory work that supports strong governance and operational performance. This is a rare opportunity to join a respected, globally recognised business offering true international exposure and long-term career development. Your new role As an Internal Auditor, you will conduct financial, compliance and ad hoc audits across a broad portfolio of business units. Working closely with an Audit Manager, you will: •Deliver financial and non-financial audits across diverse operations •Develop a strong understanding of risks, processes, controls, IT systems and operational challenges •Ensure controls and processes are robust and appropriately documented •Produce clear, high-quality working papers and supporting evidence •Present audit findings and recommendations confidently to management •Partner with stakeholders to develop practical solutions and action plans •Build strong relationships, positioning Internal Audit as a trusted advisor •Contribute to best practice sharing across the global audit network The role involves approximately 50% international travel, split across France, EMEA with occasional long-haul assignments. What you'll need to succeed You will be a motivated and commercially aware audit professional with: •A degree and a recognised accounting qualification (ACA or equivalent) •Fluency in French (both written and spoken) is essential •At least three years' experience in accounting, auditing or financial analysis •Strong analytical skills, risk awareness and a solid understanding of internal controls •Knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP or UK GAAP, as well as auditing standards •Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills •The ability to work independently and build strong working relationships •Advanced PC skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and audit systems) What you'll get in return You will join a global organisation that genuinely invests in its people. The role offers significant scope for progression-either within Internal Audit or into the wider business. The package includes: •£54,000 basic salary •£6,000 car allowance + fuel card •Signing on bonus •Discretionary bonus (up to 10%) •Company pension scheme •Private medical insurance •Permanent health insurance •26 days annual leave What you need to do now If you're an ambitious French-speaking audit professional looking for genuine global exposure and excellent long-term prospects, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Please apply with your up-to-date CV. #
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is 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. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You will ne someone with; ACCA/ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Previous experience of managing people. Good working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Experience of systems/controls testing as well as substantive auditing, including consolidations, group audits, statutory accounts and disclosures. Project Management 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 our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is 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. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You will ne someone with; ACCA/ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Previous experience of managing people. Good working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Experience of systems/controls testing as well as substantive auditing, including consolidations, group audits, statutory accounts and disclosures. Project Management 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 our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Bicester - 4 Days per week on-site - Up to £60,000 We are supporting a client in Bicester with the recruitment of a Finance Manager - a senior role responsible for leading the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, strong controls and high-quality financial insight for senior leadership. This position oversees core financial operations, statutory compliance, team leadership and business partnering. The Finance Manager will play a key role in shaping financial processes, improving efficiency and supporting strategic decision-making across the organisation. Role Overview The Finance Manager will lead the finance team, oversee monthly and annual reporting cycles, maintain robust internal controls and ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements. The role also provides financial analysis and commentary to senior leadership, supports budgeting and forecasting, and drives continuous improvement across the finance function. This is a hands-on leadership role with direct responsibility for an Assistant Management Accountant and close collaboration with the Divisional Finance Director. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Compliance Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements Ensure compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements including VAT, P11D and PAYE Submit monthly payroll and ensure accuracy of related records Coordinate external audits and liaise with auditors, tax advisors and regulators Maintain and strengthen internal controls, policies and financial processes FP&A & Business Support Support the Divisional Finance Director with budgeting and forecasting Monitor cash flow, working capital and overall financial performance Provide insightful analysis and commentary to senior leadership Present and explain accounts to the board, including variance analysis Team Leadership & Development Lead, coach and develop the finance team, ensuring strong performance and succession planning Drive a performance-focused culture aligned with business needs Manage recruitment, training and development within the team Ensure HR policies and procedures are followed consistently Process Improvement & Governance Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy across finance Drive process improvements and automation where appropriate Maintain high standards of financial governance and data integrity Act as an ambassador for the organisation internally and externally Key Skills & Qualifications Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance leadership role Strong knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Advanced Excel and strong financial systems capability Strong leadership, coaching and team-management experience High attention to detail and accuracy Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills #
May 13, 2026
Full time
Bicester - 4 Days per week on-site - Up to £60,000 We are supporting a client in Bicester with the recruitment of a Finance Manager - a senior role responsible for leading the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, strong controls and high-quality financial insight for senior leadership. This position oversees core financial operations, statutory compliance, team leadership and business partnering. The Finance Manager will play a key role in shaping financial processes, improving efficiency and supporting strategic decision-making across the organisation. Role Overview The Finance Manager will lead the finance team, oversee monthly and annual reporting cycles, maintain robust internal controls and ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements. The role also provides financial analysis and commentary to senior leadership, supports budgeting and forecasting, and drives continuous improvement across the finance function. This is a hands-on leadership role with direct responsibility for an Assistant Management Accountant and close collaboration with the Divisional Finance Director. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Compliance Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements Ensure compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements including VAT, P11D and PAYE Submit monthly payroll and ensure accuracy of related records Coordinate external audits and liaise with auditors, tax advisors and regulators Maintain and strengthen internal controls, policies and financial processes FP&A & Business Support Support the Divisional Finance Director with budgeting and forecasting Monitor cash flow, working capital and overall financial performance Provide insightful analysis and commentary to senior leadership Present and explain accounts to the board, including variance analysis Team Leadership & Development Lead, coach and develop the finance team, ensuring strong performance and succession planning Drive a performance-focused culture aligned with business needs Manage recruitment, training and development within the team Ensure HR policies and procedures are followed consistently Process Improvement & Governance Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy across finance Drive process improvements and automation where appropriate Maintain high standards of financial governance and data integrity Act as an ambassador for the organisation internally and externally Key Skills & Qualifications Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance leadership role Strong knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Advanced Excel and strong financial systems capability Strong leadership, coaching and team-management experience High attention to detail and accuracy Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills #
ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant Group Financial Controller based in St Albans / Hybrid Main function of job:The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the whole firm. Working through the internal Finance team, you will be expected to secure robust financial control, provide accurate reporting and ensure that they are compliant with regulatory requirements. In this way you will help provide financial guidance to senior management with timely, high-quality insights to drive performance, profitability and sustainable growth. Financial Control and Reporting: Review the monthly management accounts, and prepare reports for partner meetings and the management committee.Manage and oversee the month-end closing process, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reported in a timely manner. A key objective will be to streamline and reduce our month end close process.Ensure all reporting from their practice management software, CCH, is accurate and reconciled. Responsibility for ensuring all accounting and calculations required to maintain partner capital accounts are completed timely and accurately, as well as all necessary reporting.Prepare and present accurate and timely financial statements, and coordinate and manage the annual audit process. Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Budgeting, Forecasting and Performance:Manage the annual budget process and oversee subsequent reforecasting as appropriate.Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support business decision-making, including regular flash reporting and KPIs for partners.Ensure charge out rates are appropriately set and communicated across the firm. Cashflow and Working Capital:Monitor cash flow and manage working capital requirements.Oversee the credit control function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances, accurate debtor reporting, and effective processes to minimize overdue accounts.Maintain and manage their banking relationship with HSBC to ensure smooth and efficient banking operations. Compliance and Governance:Oversee client accounts in line with the ICAEW client money regulations, ensuring that all client funds are handled and recorded accurately.Oversee the preparation and review of their VAT returns, ensuring they are accurately compiled and submitted in compliance with all relevant regulations.Work closely with HR to ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time, including managing employee benefits and deductions. Ensure all payroll-related reporting and compliance requirements are met.Support tax planning and compliance for the group. Leadership and Team Management:Manage and oversee the daily operations of the finance department.On an ongoing basis, lead, mentor, and develop the internal finance team.Allocate work effectively and ensure high standards of accuracy and timeliness.Support succession planning and continuous improvement within the finance function. Systems and Process Improvement:Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and controls.Work with the project team looking to ensure that CCH is fit for purpose. Strategic support:Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives.Act as a trusted financial advisor to partners and senior leadership supporting the work of the COO.Support with the financial details of strategic initiatives the COO is being required to work on for the partnership.Provide financial input into business planning and decision-making with key stakeholders across the business. Key systems used:Practice Management System (CCH).SharePoint. Staffology Payroll.Microsoft Outlook.Microsoft Office Suite. Qualifications required:ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant with a minimum of 10 years of experience in finance and accounting, and at least 5 years in a leadership role. Experience required:Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Proven ability to manage and develop a team.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.High level of integrity and ethical standardsDemonstrated ability to be proactive and continuously seek out opportunities for change and improvement. 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. #
May 12, 2026
Full time
ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant Group Financial Controller based in St Albans / Hybrid Main function of job:The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the whole firm. Working through the internal Finance team, you will be expected to secure robust financial control, provide accurate reporting and ensure that they are compliant with regulatory requirements. In this way you will help provide financial guidance to senior management with timely, high-quality insights to drive performance, profitability and sustainable growth. Financial Control and Reporting: Review the monthly management accounts, and prepare reports for partner meetings and the management committee.Manage and oversee the month-end closing process, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reported in a timely manner. A key objective will be to streamline and reduce our month end close process.Ensure all reporting from their practice management software, CCH, is accurate and reconciled. Responsibility for ensuring all accounting and calculations required to maintain partner capital accounts are completed timely and accurately, as well as all necessary reporting.Prepare and present accurate and timely financial statements, and coordinate and manage the annual audit process. Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Budgeting, Forecasting and Performance:Manage the annual budget process and oversee subsequent reforecasting as appropriate.Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support business decision-making, including regular flash reporting and KPIs for partners.Ensure charge out rates are appropriately set and communicated across the firm. Cashflow and Working Capital:Monitor cash flow and manage working capital requirements.Oversee the credit control function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances, accurate debtor reporting, and effective processes to minimize overdue accounts.Maintain and manage their banking relationship with HSBC to ensure smooth and efficient banking operations. Compliance and Governance:Oversee client accounts in line with the ICAEW client money regulations, ensuring that all client funds are handled and recorded accurately.Oversee the preparation and review of their VAT returns, ensuring they are accurately compiled and submitted in compliance with all relevant regulations.Work closely with HR to ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time, including managing employee benefits and deductions. Ensure all payroll-related reporting and compliance requirements are met.Support tax planning and compliance for the group. Leadership and Team Management:Manage and oversee the daily operations of the finance department.On an ongoing basis, lead, mentor, and develop the internal finance team.Allocate work effectively and ensure high standards of accuracy and timeliness.Support succession planning and continuous improvement within the finance function. Systems and Process Improvement:Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and controls.Work with the project team looking to ensure that CCH is fit for purpose. Strategic support:Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives.Act as a trusted financial advisor to partners and senior leadership supporting the work of the COO.Support with the financial details of strategic initiatives the COO is being required to work on for the partnership.Provide financial input into business planning and decision-making with key stakeholders across the business. Key systems used:Practice Management System (CCH).SharePoint. Staffology Payroll.Microsoft Outlook.Microsoft Office Suite. Qualifications required:ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant with a minimum of 10 years of experience in finance and accounting, and at least 5 years in a leadership role. Experience required:Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Proven ability to manage and develop a team.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.High level of integrity and ethical standardsDemonstrated ability to be proactive and continuously seek out opportunities for change and improvement. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Interim Accountant job in Exeter Interim Company Accountant (6-Month Contract)Location: Exeter Salary: £40,000 per annum Hours: Full-time, 5 days onsite Start: ASAP Hays are working with a growing organisation in Exeter is seeking an experienced Interim Company Accountant to provide immediate support across financial accounting, statutory compliance, tax filings, and month-end close. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical skills and the ability to work at pace within a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities Manage month-end close, journals, accruals, reconciliations, and accounting adjustments.Complete bank, balance sheet, and income statement reconciliations.Prepare and submit VAT, corporation tax, and statutory returns.Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and tax regulations.Liaise with external auditors and advisors.Support budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis.Maintain internal controls and contribute to process improvements. Skills & ExperienceFully/part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or strong QBE.Solid experience in financial accounting, tax compliance, and month-end.Strong knowledge of UK tax and statutory reporting.Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.Confident working with stakeholders and external auditors.Proficient in accounting software and Excel. Ideal CandidateAble to hit the ground running in a hands-on interim role.Experienced with audits, year-end, or tax cycles.Comfortable operating in a fast-moving, growing organisation. #
May 12, 2026
Contractor
Interim Accountant job in Exeter Interim Company Accountant (6-Month Contract)Location: Exeter Salary: £40,000 per annum Hours: Full-time, 5 days onsite Start: ASAP Hays are working with a growing organisation in Exeter is seeking an experienced Interim Company Accountant to provide immediate support across financial accounting, statutory compliance, tax filings, and month-end close. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical skills and the ability to work at pace within a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities Manage month-end close, journals, accruals, reconciliations, and accounting adjustments.Complete bank, balance sheet, and income statement reconciliations.Prepare and submit VAT, corporation tax, and statutory returns.Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and tax regulations.Liaise with external auditors and advisors.Support budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis.Maintain internal controls and contribute to process improvements. Skills & ExperienceFully/part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or strong QBE.Solid experience in financial accounting, tax compliance, and month-end.Strong knowledge of UK tax and statutory reporting.Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.Confident working with stakeholders and external auditors.Proficient in accounting software and Excel. Ideal CandidateAble to hit the ground running in a hands-on interim role.Experienced with audits, year-end, or tax cycles.Comfortable operating in a fast-moving, growing organisation. #
Fully Qualified Finance ManagerBased in NottinghamHybrid Working PolicyUp to £65,000 Your new company Your new company is a leader in their field, based in Nottingham and are looking for a fully qualified Finance Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. Your new role Your new role will include but not be limited to: Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, year-end accounts, and support external audits. Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow planning, including creating and maintaining financial models. Produce timely financial reports, KPI analysis, and insights for leadership. Bring VAT returns, payroll, and corporation tax preparation in-house and manage ongoing compliance. Oversee and support one finance team member responsible for transactional duties (AP, AR, Credit Control, bank reconciliations). Maintain strong financial controls, ensuring accurate reconciliations and compliance with accounting standards. Improve finance processes, streamline workflows, and support system enhancements. Utilise Xero effectively (experience desirable), including reviewing data, reporting and integrations. Provide analysis, cost reviews, and scenario planning to support commercial decision-making. Liaise with auditors, HMRC, external advisors, and internal stakeholders as required. What you'll need to succeed Fully qualified ACCA/ ACA/ CIMA accountant Previous proven experience in a similar role Experience mentoring or supervising at least one junior finance team member. Good systems knowledge; Xero experience is highly desirable. Advanced Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables, modelling). Strong understanding of financial controls, reconciliations, and compliance requirements. Hands-on experience with VAT returns, payroll processes, and corporation tax preparation. Ability to confidently explain financial performance, variances, risks, and forecasts in board meetings. What you'll get in return Up to £65,000 DOE Fantastic working environment 30 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday leave Pension scheme 1 day working from home 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. #
May 12, 2026
Full time
Fully Qualified Finance ManagerBased in NottinghamHybrid Working PolicyUp to £65,000 Your new company Your new company is a leader in their field, based in Nottingham and are looking for a fully qualified Finance Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. Your new role Your new role will include but not be limited to: Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, year-end accounts, and support external audits. Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow planning, including creating and maintaining financial models. Produce timely financial reports, KPI analysis, and insights for leadership. Bring VAT returns, payroll, and corporation tax preparation in-house and manage ongoing compliance. Oversee and support one finance team member responsible for transactional duties (AP, AR, Credit Control, bank reconciliations). Maintain strong financial controls, ensuring accurate reconciliations and compliance with accounting standards. Improve finance processes, streamline workflows, and support system enhancements. Utilise Xero effectively (experience desirable), including reviewing data, reporting and integrations. Provide analysis, cost reviews, and scenario planning to support commercial decision-making. Liaise with auditors, HMRC, external advisors, and internal stakeholders as required. What you'll need to succeed Fully qualified ACCA/ ACA/ CIMA accountant Previous proven experience in a similar role Experience mentoring or supervising at least one junior finance team member. Good systems knowledge; Xero experience is highly desirable. Advanced Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables, modelling). Strong understanding of financial controls, reconciliations, and compliance requirements. Hands-on experience with VAT returns, payroll processes, and corporation tax preparation. Ability to confidently explain financial performance, variances, risks, and forecasts in board meetings. What you'll get in return Up to £65,000 DOE Fantastic working environment 30 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday leave Pension scheme 1 day working from home 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. #
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. The international audit team is an industry agnostic team that specialises in providing fully coordinated secondary audit services to multinationals. Working closely with BDO Member Firms from around the world, the international audit team leverages the controls present at finance service centre locations to design high quality and highly efficient global audit strategies. The international audit team provide a fully project managed and centralised global audit offering to audited entities. Many engagements have an element of travel required, with team members often travelling overseas a number of times a year on audit engagements. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is 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. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone with: ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualification or overseas equivalent Experience supervising and coaching junior members of staff Working knowledge of ISAs, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements Experience reviewing systems and control environments, as well as undertaking risk assessment and substantive testing on key risk areas Working knowledge of firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends Desirable Sector experience appropriate to BDO audited entities Experience auditing international groups and coordinating engagements that operate cross border Experience designing audit strategies base don a combination of substantive and controls-based audit strategies Experience in conducting Group audits under ISA 600 You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 12, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. The international audit team is an industry agnostic team that specialises in providing fully coordinated secondary audit services to multinationals. Working closely with BDO Member Firms from around the world, the international audit team leverages the controls present at finance service centre locations to design high quality and highly efficient global audit strategies. The international audit team provide a fully project managed and centralised global audit offering to audited entities. Many engagements have an element of travel required, with team members often travelling overseas a number of times a year on audit engagements. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is 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. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone with: ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualification or overseas equivalent Experience supervising and coaching junior members of staff Working knowledge of ISAs, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements Experience reviewing systems and control environments, as well as undertaking risk assessment and substantive testing on key risk areas Working knowledge of firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends Desirable Sector experience appropriate to BDO audited entities Experience auditing international groups and coordinating engagements that operate cross border Experience designing audit strategies base don a combination of substantive and controls-based audit strategies Experience in conducting Group audits under ISA 600 You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Really exciting newly created stand alone Tax Manager role based in SW London Your new company I'm working on a really exciting newly created stand alone Tax Manager role based in SW London. The business is growing quickly and as result this new hire will have an important role within the wider finance function. Reporting into both the Head of Finance and the Group CFO the role will be responsible for overseeing and managing all tax-related affairs for the group world-wide. The Tax Manager will be expected to liaise with external tax consultants where necessary to advise senior leadership on tax strategy and planning. Your new role Responsibilities: Tax Compliance & Reporting Manage all aspects of corporate tax compliance, including the application for registrations (VAT/GST/ CT) and ensuring tax returns are completed and filed (corporation tax, VAT, payroll taxes, WHT etc.). Note the finance team in the UK prepares and submits VAT returns and our payroll taxes are outsourced.Have a comprehensive understanding of international tax compliance to ensure that WHT/GST/VAT obligations are being complied with, and where necessary steps taken to make the necessary returns using our local advisors.Ensure timely and accurate submission of all tax documentation to authorities.Monitor and interpret relevant changes in tax law and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance. Tax Planning & Strategy Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimise tax liabilities and optimise tax efficiency across the business.Advise senior management on the tax implications of business decisions, transactions, and proposed structural changes.Forecast tax positions and contribute to tax provisioning for budgeting and year-end reporting. Audit & Risk Management Coordinate and manage tax audits and enquiries with HMRC and other tax authorities.Identify and assess tax risks, ensuring robust controls and mitigation plans are in place. Team Leadership & Collaboration Work closely with accounting, finance, legal and external advisers to align tax positions with financial reporting and business objectives.Mentor finance team members where appropriate, assigning work and reviewing outputs. Stakeholder & External Engagement Act as the primary point of contact for tax authorities and external tax advisors.Prepare tax reports for internal stakeholders, including senior leadership and audit committees. What you'll need to succeed Professional accounting/tax qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA and CTA).Strong technical knowledge and experience of UK and international tax, particularly in relation to property, construction, loan finance and asset management.Be able to demonstrate experience in applying knowledge to compliance, reporting and planning both in UK and internationally.Experience in a PE environment where delivery of reports is to strict deadlines.Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
May 12, 2026
Full time
Really exciting newly created stand alone Tax Manager role based in SW London Your new company I'm working on a really exciting newly created stand alone Tax Manager role based in SW London. The business is growing quickly and as result this new hire will have an important role within the wider finance function. Reporting into both the Head of Finance and the Group CFO the role will be responsible for overseeing and managing all tax-related affairs for the group world-wide. The Tax Manager will be expected to liaise with external tax consultants where necessary to advise senior leadership on tax strategy and planning. Your new role Responsibilities: Tax Compliance & Reporting Manage all aspects of corporate tax compliance, including the application for registrations (VAT/GST/ CT) and ensuring tax returns are completed and filed (corporation tax, VAT, payroll taxes, WHT etc.). Note the finance team in the UK prepares and submits VAT returns and our payroll taxes are outsourced.Have a comprehensive understanding of international tax compliance to ensure that WHT/GST/VAT obligations are being complied with, and where necessary steps taken to make the necessary returns using our local advisors.Ensure timely and accurate submission of all tax documentation to authorities.Monitor and interpret relevant changes in tax law and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance. Tax Planning & Strategy Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimise tax liabilities and optimise tax efficiency across the business.Advise senior management on the tax implications of business decisions, transactions, and proposed structural changes.Forecast tax positions and contribute to tax provisioning for budgeting and year-end reporting. Audit & Risk Management Coordinate and manage tax audits and enquiries with HMRC and other tax authorities.Identify and assess tax risks, ensuring robust controls and mitigation plans are in place. Team Leadership & Collaboration Work closely with accounting, finance, legal and external advisers to align tax positions with financial reporting and business objectives.Mentor finance team members where appropriate, assigning work and reviewing outputs. Stakeholder & External Engagement Act as the primary point of contact for tax authorities and external tax advisors.Prepare tax reports for internal stakeholders, including senior leadership and audit committees. What you'll need to succeed Professional accounting/tax qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA and CTA).Strong technical knowledge and experience of UK and international tax, particularly in relation to property, construction, loan finance and asset management.Be able to demonstrate experience in applying knowledge to compliance, reporting and planning both in UK and internationally.Experience in a PE environment where delivery of reports is to strict deadlines.Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. The international audit team is an industry agnostic team that specialises in providing fully coordinated secondary audit services to multinationals. Working closely with BDO Member Firms from around the world, the international audit team leverages the controls present at finance service centre locations to design high quality and highly efficient global audit strategies. The international audit team provide a fully project managed and centralised global audit offering to audited entities. Many engagements have an element of travel required, with team members often travelling overseas a number of times a year on audit engagements. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is 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. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone: Studying towards ACA/ACCA/ICAS Qualified or overseas equivalent Working knowledge of ISAs, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements Experience reviewing systems and control environments, as well as undertaking risk assessment and substantive testing on key risk areas Working knowledge of firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 12, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. The international audit team is an industry agnostic team that specialises in providing fully coordinated secondary audit services to multinationals. Working closely with BDO Member Firms from around the world, the international audit team leverages the controls present at finance service centre locations to design high quality and highly efficient global audit strategies. The international audit team provide a fully project managed and centralised global audit offering to audited entities. Many engagements have an element of travel required, with team members often travelling overseas a number of times a year on audit engagements. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is 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. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone: Studying towards ACA/ACCA/ICAS Qualified or overseas equivalent Working knowledge of ISAs, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements Experience reviewing systems and control environments, as well as undertaking risk assessment and substantive testing on key risk areas Working knowledge of firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
