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This is a Full-Time Role (40 hours per week) with no option for part-time work. While this is a remote-first opportunity, the candidate filling this role must be a resident of the Netherlands, the UK, Pennsylvania, New York, or Brazil at the start of employment. Additionally, they must be within commuting distance of our office in Amsterdam, London, Philadelphia, New York City, or São Paulo. Please visit our careers page to review all opportunities and submit your application for the role(s) that best fit your location and work authorization. About the Team The Standards Management Team is responsible for evolving B Lab's Standards (approximately every 3 to 5 years) to incorporate best practices and be best-in-class. More specifically, this means (1) creating, managing, and innovating standards and performance related products developed by B Lab, including the content of the B Impact Assessment, B Corp Certification performance requirements, and other potential products; (2) maintaining and building the integrity and credibility of the B Movement, and (3) supporting and educating stakeholders, internal and external, on important topics and debates related to all of the above. The Standards Management Team engages directly with B Lab's Standards Advisory Council (SAC), which is an independent governing body established to offer advice, support, and recommendations to B Lab on its Standards. About the Opportunity The Senior Manager, Social Standards will play a specialist role supporting the ongoing application of the existing B Lab Standards within their domain, lead on the development of future updates to the Standards, and bring their expertise to support relevant collective action efforts within the B Corp movement and its partners to help businesses improve their performance on the social topics. By bringing existing expertise and liaising with other relevant expert stakeholders and organizations, the Senior Manager will: Develop, maintain, and revise B Lab Standards content that contribute to continuous improvement and for performance-based Standards products Engage with stakeholders internally and externally to support the meaningful understanding and adoption of the social impact topics within B Lab Standards, as well as create feedback and learning opportunities to inform future revisions and developments. Act as a B Lab thought leader and ambassador to amplify how B Lab Standards provide the blueprint for impactful business behavior and support the growth of the movement through various avenues to change business behavior, culture, and structures toward transforming the economic system. This role is lined-managed by the Director of Standards, and the person holding this role will work with colleagues and stakeholders around the world. Depending on needs and budget availability over time, this role may also oversee direct reports in the future. Core Responsibilities Social Standards Content Development and Management (60%): Lead research and standards development and revisions for B Lab Standards and related products, with a subject matter focus on the social components of the B Lab Standards including Human Rights, Fair Work, and Justice, Equity, Inclusion and Diversity (JEDI) Identify and develop supplemental content, including resources or guides, to enable standards accessibility and understanding that supports implementation and impact management improvements by companies Support the communication, understanding, and interpretation of B Lab Standards and processes across B Lab teams, network partners, companies, and public stakeholders Contribute to Standard Advisory Council and other standards governance meetings to drive meaningful decisions on standard development and improvements in line with B Lab's Theory of Change and corresponding strategies Support internal and external stakeholder questions, request for clarifications, and limited standard compliance exemptions regarding the social impact topics and other cross-cutting components of the B Lab Standards Support regular reviews of the B Lab Standards's Equity Mechanism and Interoperability applications with other recognized certification schemes, sustainability-related frameworks, disclosure reporting and regulatory standards, among other Standards mechanisms. Collaborate on B Lab Standards strategy for producing best in class environmental, social, and governance impact management standards through contributing inputs related to social impact topic developments, advances, innovations, and risks Partner and advise on the work of the Standards Management Team as a whole to ensure a comprehensive, holistic, and consistent approach to the Standards, informed by individual specialist areas. Stakeholder and Partnership Engagement (15%): Develop and maintain relationships with other standards organizations, stakeholders, and partners to coordinate efforts, build mutually beneficial partnerships, and ensure appropriate inputs into B Lab Standards, supplementary standards, and cross-functional B Lab projects Lead and contribute to specific internal cross-functional work-streams to reach organizational objectives and network priorities aligned with B Lab's Theory of Change Solicit, categorize, and prioritize feedback from a global representation of internal and external stakeholders, including regional advisory groups and working groups, to inform B Lab Standards development and revisions. Support B Lab Standards testing processes that incorporate diverse perspectives into the development and revision stages Social Expertise Sharing, Training, and Thought Leadership (25%): Impact Enablement: Provide expert guidance and inputs into B Lab programs, initiatives, and products designed to drive social impact improvements including supporting calls to action and global programming for participants. Training & Capacity Building: Develop training materials and deliver training on relevant Standards impact topics for internal and external stakeholders, usable also as professional development resources. External Engagement & Representation: Represent B Lab and its Standards at events, working groups, partnerships, and thought leadership opportunities (e.g., podcasts, presentations), and engage in impact management, regulatory, and sustainability scheme initiatives to shape best-in-class social management practices. Content & Communications: Develop and promote public-facing content (blog posts, op-eds, communication materials) and support external community engagement to advance B Lab Standards and mission. About You We encourage you to apply if you have the following: Bachelor's degree, with a preference for a Master's degree, spanning subject areas including sustainable or international development, or other social sciences that intersect with sustainable business practices At least 7 years in a role providing specific experience in relevant issues of social impact and business performance, including topics such as: Job Quality/Labor; Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI); Business and Human Rights; Living Wage; and Supply Chain Management Technical expertise and strong critical thinking skills in the social areas of business sustainability and impact management performance Direct and demonstrable experience with developing, reviewing, and maintaining standards, especially those associated with social impact topics Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to confidently navigate conversations involving challenging or technical topics Effective partnership development and management experience across complex organizations Collaborative, with the ability to engage with and influence a variety of internal and external stakeholders and to anticipate the unique needs of different audiences Ability to distill complex information for diverse audiences and tailor messaging and materials to meet a variety of needs and levels of expertise Demonstrable experience with project and relationship management, with the ability and desire to tackle complex projects with a diverse set of stakeholders and deliver them in a timely and effective manner. Preference for candidates with work experience navigating social impact challenges in a diverse global context, including experience in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Fluency in English Additionally, the following would be great to have: Experience working with or for private sector businesses, preferably in a role relevant to corporate social responsibility and/or sustainability with projects within their specialty Social audits experience conducting or supporting in audits on social impact topics Experience working in a geographically dispersed organization and collaborating effectively in a remote and fast paced environment Speaking and writing proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is a plus Experience supporting and managing others, including providing ongoing coaching and professional development . click apply for full job details

Internal Audit Manager - AVP - London-based Corporate and Retail Bank is looking for a strong junior auditor Internal Audit - Assistant Vice PresidentLocation - LondonInternal AuditAbout the roleInternal Audit Department as a third line of defence (3LoD) is responsible for providing an independent, objective assurance and advisory service to add value and improve the Bank's operations. As an Internal Audit Assistant Vice President, you will be supporting with undertaking audits, reviews and investigations in accordance with the Internal Audit Methodology. As part of the role's responsibilities, you will be performing a variety of tasks across the planning, fieldwork and reporting phases of audits, validating the closure of management action plans, performing risk assessments and supporting the team on any other tasks as needed. This is a full-time permanent position.Key Responsibilities Support with performing audit assignments in various areas (e.g. Retail Banking, Corporate Banking, Financial Markets, Credit, Technology) in accordance with relevant policies, procedures, quality standards and regulatory requirements. This will include a variety of tasks across the planning, fieldwork and reporting phases of an audit. Audit work may include supporting special reviews, investigations and ad-hoc tasks.Participate in the ongoing assessment of the control environment through continuous monitoring and assist the team in conducting risk assessments and contributing to the annual audit plan.Complete audit work papers in a timely manner in accordance with the department's standards and assist with finalising the audit report.Validate closure of management action plansAssist the department in carrying out any other relevant workRequirementsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or EconomicsProfessional qualifications/certifications (CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIA or similar) are preferred.Solid experience of working in Internal Audit or Assurance reviews in BankingExperience in Credit and/or Technology (including Cybersecurity and Information Security) related risks and controls would be an advantage.Proven abilities in taking responsibility for executing high-quality deliverables according to defined timelinesKnowledge of Retail and Corporate Banking products and services, and associated risks and controlsUnderstanding of key regulatory requirements and industry developments that affect the risk profile of the businesses/functions within a bankGood organisational skills and the ability to work proactively and within deadlinesCommercially awareGood analytical skillsAttention to detailExcellent communication skillsTeam player who is able to build relationships with stakeholders Learning and DevelopmentWe strive to offer you a continuous learning environment and we will invest in your development. We provide personalised and varied learning tools to support your growth and career through:Access to the best-in-class qualifications from leading professional bodies, such as the Professional Bankers Certificate and Green & Sustainable Finance Certificate from the Chartered Banker Institute24/7 on-demand access to over 600 e-tutorials to build and refresh core and advanced banking knowledgeRegular pan-bank stay-connected sessions to keep in touch with what is going on across the bank and build your networkExploring your unique and collective strengths and development areas to become the best version of yourself using the globally renowned Insights personality profileDeveloping our People Managers to help coach and guide you towards success, through our 9-month People Manager Development Programme Encouraging a "growth" personal mindset and promoting continuous professional development (CPD) through annual events such as Learning at Work WeekEmbracing change in a fast-moving industry and encouraging a forward-looking perspective on career development to "future-proof" your careerPromoting cross-cultural intelligence and to seek out diverse and inclusive perspectives on challenges faced and their solutionsBenefitsWe provide an attractive and comprehensive benefits package, offering flexibility that can enable you to select the benefits that suit your needs, including:Private HealthcarePensionEmployee Assistance ProgrammeComplimentary LunchCycle to work schemeRetail Discounts

Are you an experienced Audit/Accounts professional looking for a senior opportunity within a growing independent firm, where you can play a genuine role in shaping the future of the business?Do you enjoy combining technical work with client advisory, team leadership and commercially focused relationship management?If you're looking to step away from heavily corporate or PE-driven environments into a more entrepreneurial and relationship-led firm, this could be the right move. What's great about this Senior Manager / Director role? Senior leadership opportunity within a growing independent firm Long-term progression potential, including future equity partnership potential for the right individual Exposure across audit, accounts, advisory and specialist project work Broad client base including international groups and entrepreneurial businesses Significant client-facing responsibility and autonomy from day one Opportunity to get involved in forensic accounting, investigations and expert witness work Strong emphasis on quality of service and long-term client relationships Collaborative, highly commercial and non-corporate culture Your role as Senior Manager / Director You will operate as a key senior figure within the firm, supporting the Partners directly whilst overseeing a varied portfolio of audit and advisory clients.This is a highly client-facing role, combining technical delivery, relationship management, team oversight and wider commercial involvement within the business.Day to day, you will: Manage a portfolio of larger and more complex clients across audit and advisory Lead audits, group consolidations and financial reporting assignments Act as a key relationship contact for clients and provide commercial business advice Support and mentor junior staff, managers and trainees Review work and oversee quality control across assignments Assist with business development activity and maintaining long-term client relationships Support specialist assignments including forensic accounting and investigations where appropriate Work closely with the Partners on wider operational and strategic matters What you'll need to succeed ACA / FCA qualified ideally Strong background within accountancy practice at Senior Manager / Director level Experience managing larger audits, groups and corporate clients Comfortable operating in a client-facing and commercially focused environment Strong leadership and people management skills Relationship-led mindset with a genuine interest in advisory work Ambition to play a key role within a growing independent firm The package Open and negotiable depending on experience and bonus structure linked to new business introduced Long term progression opportunities including future equity partnership potential for the right individual Exposure to varied and high-level client work Collaborative and entrepreneurial environment Opportunity to play a genuine role in the future growth of the firm If you're looking for a role where you can combine technical quality, advisory exposure and commercial involvement within a genuinely supportive independent firm, get in touch with Danielle Daymond at Pro Finance directly. As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

Excellent audit opportunity for an ACA / ACCA finalist or newly qualified accountant Your new firm Thismarket leading audit and advisory firm, with a large regional presence acrossthe North west is seeking to appoint a new senior auditor to their modern Bolton office. This is a newly created opportunity due to consistent growth within the firm's portfolio and presents an excellentopportunity for an ambitious individual to take their career to the next leveland become part of a new and growing audit and advisory team. Overall, this isa fantastic choice for an ACA / ACCA finalist or newly qualified auditor looking to build on their interpersonal and advisory skills, working closely with their client portfolio. Your new role Asan audit senior, you will have a mixed role, taking an active part in all areasof an audit from planning through to completion. Your day-to-day duties willinclude completing tricky and complex areas of fieldwork as well as finalisingconcluding reports. Alongside your audit work, you will be responsible forpreparing year-end, management accounts, cashflow forecasts and corporate tax computations. Your client portfolio will be broad and varied, including large complex groups, fast-growing SMEs, successful OMBs looking to sell and international businesses. In this role, you will partake in the coaching ofjuniors, reviewing and supporting their audit work whilst providing valuableinsights to clients. You will receive continuous support throughout your role,reporting to managers who will partner with you to ensure you receive the career development and progression needed as a newly qualified accountant. What you'll need to succeed This well established and ever growing firm is seeking a professional audit senior with experience working in a Chartered Accountancy firm undertaking high-quality audit work. Experiencein all three aspects of an audit and exposure to coaching junior members willallow you to be successful in this job role. Ideally, you will be ACA/ ACCAqualified or towards the latter end of your studies, but qualified by experience will be considered. The organisation is looking for anindividual with excellent interpersonal skills with a strong commitment toproviding professional excellence to help you to build strong clientrelationships, as well as good analytical review skills. The ideal candidatewill be willing to learn and expand upon their own skills as an auditprofessional. What you'll get in return ThisBolton based audit senior job role is an excellent opportunity to join a leading regional firm that will give you exposure to a fantastic portfolio ofclients whilst working in a people positive environment. You will also have theopportunity to get involved in all aspects of your client's journey, ensuringyou become a true business advisor and offer medium term progression opportunities. The firm will offer you acompetitive salary of up to £44,000 that is reflective of your experience and qualificationswhich includes a healthy holiday package of 23 days + bank holidays.Additionally, the package offers an array of schemes and internal benefits,focusing on flexibility and prioritising your work life balance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this Audit Senior job, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this Audit Senior job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position or would like to hear more about the market, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

If you're a driven audit professional looking for a role where no two days are the same, this could be the one. Join a well-established, nationally recognised accountancy and advisory firm and work with a genuinely diverse client base, from fast-growing international groups to large established corporates across a wide range of industries. This is a firm that invests in its people, champions flexible working, and offers real scope to develop your career in a collaborative, high-performing environment. Job Title: Audit Senior Job Type: Perm Location: Cardiff (CF10) Salary: £37 000 Reference no: 16067 Audit Senior Benefits Agile and flexible working embedded in the culture Clear career progression with structured learning and coaching opportunities Private medical cover Enhanced parental leave Volunteering days Wellbeing initiatives and dedicated support Discounts across a range of retailers Audit Senior About The Role This is a technically engaging role with real variety and genuine responsibility from day one. Reporting into an Audit Manager, you'll take ownership of audit assignments from planning through to completion, working across a broad portfolio of mid-size and large clients, both UK-based and international. You'll also play a key part in developing junior team members, reviewing their work and supporting their growth. Engagements are delivered both remotely and on client sites, so you'll be comfortable adapting your approach depending on the environment. Key responsibilities: Lead external audit assignments from planning through to completion, in line with International Standards on Auditing Prepare and review accounts in accordance with UK GAAP or IFRS Supervise and review the work of junior colleagues, providing coaching and constructive feedback Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, acting as a trusted point of contact Identify and assess key audit risks, escalating where appropriate Collaborate with wider audit and advisory teams to deliver a quality, on-time service Leverage technology and digital tools to work efficiently across remote and on-site engagements The successful Audit Senior will have: ACA, ACCA, or CA qualified (or studying towards), with recent experience in audit and assurance within an accountancy practice Proven ability to lead audit assignments end-to-end with minimal supervision Strong technical knowledge of ISAs, UK GAAP, and/or IFRS Experience reviewing junior team members' work and supporting their development Excellent communication skills, comfortable engaging with both clients and senior stakeholders A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality work Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)