Mazars
Forvis Mazars' Energy, Infrastructure & Environment practice is trusted by the world's leading investors and developers in the sector to deliver a broad range of services. Within this practice, the Infrastructure Finance business unit provides modelling, model audit, valuations, training and advisory services to clients across EMEA and the Americas, from regional hubs in London, Paris, New York, Toronto, Johannesburg and Delhi. Job Purpose To support Partners and Directors in further developing the Advisory and Valuations service lines within Forvis Mazars through the delivery of a high-quality service across a range of clients within the energy & infrastructure sector - acquisitions, valuations, sales, fundraisings, bid advisory and debt raisings. We are now looking for the right person to help drive the business forward. The right person would: Be able to lead advisory and valuation assignments, both through proactive project management and by providing commercial and sector-based direction to a broader team of sector specialists (it is expected that an individual will split their time 50:50 between advisory and valuations assignments, however this may be flexed based on client requirements from time to time). Have excellent client relationship building skills, combining commitment to first-rate client service with the curiosity to understand the client's business and assets. Have first-rate powerpoint skills, report writing skills, combined with natural intellectual curiosity. Be comfortable interpreting, sense-checking and running Excel-based financial models with 3-way financial statements. Be committed to business development as well as project execution. Have significant experience in the energy and infrastructure sector already. The role could be at the Associate Director level or at the Manager level, depending mostly on the candidate's level of experience. At the AD level, we would expectmore autonomous client relationships, more business development responsibilities and more leadership within the team. Professional Responsibilities Project Delivery Manage the delivery of advisory engagements. This will include: Preparing transaction documentation business plans, information memorandum and financial models. Researching and approaching potential buyers / sellers for clients. Taking the day to day lead role in running assignments, typically with a portfolio of assignments at any one time. Project managing aspects of larger transactions and project managing, in full, smaller ones. Building strong working relationships with the client, ensuring any problems or requests are dealt with promptly. Providing clear tactical advice on larger and more complex transactions, under the supervision of more senior team members. Maintaining control and stability under pressure whilst recognising the deadline or urgency to be dealt with. Ensuring that clients are billed according to the agreed billing plans under each engagement. Ensuring that projects are managed in accordance with Mazars' quality and risk procedures. Ensuring budget is set and managed, with appropriate financial management on the jobs. Manage the delivery of valuation engagements. This will include: Producing a project plan and managing other team members to ensure that this plan is delivered. Analysing information received, identifying key valuation issues, raising questions with clients and reflecting these in our valuation conclusions. Reviewing market evidence produced by valuation researchers; sense-checking and adding to this by building a network of contacts and getting informal market feedback on current market conditions. Analysing financial models, ensuring sensitivities are run correctly and reviewing valuation calculations. Report writing and/or reviewing drafts of reports written by team members. Financial management of projects, including financial forecasting, billing and debt collection, and reporting on their progress to the Director/Partner. Ensuring projects are managed in accordance with Mazars' quality and risk procedures. Over time, developing direct relationships with clients, gaining their trust. Leading, coaching and reviewing the work of more junior valuation professionals. People & Product Development Help to develop our client deliverables, processes and our team technically by ensuring that they are properly informed by relevant sector dynamics and a commercial understanding. Acting as a mentor to juniorteam members: help individuals to achieve their potential through coaching, training and development. Reviewing the work of others and provide informal feedback throughout the fieldwork stage. Help to ensure that our deliverables and other outputs are visually effective and clear. Build broader market relationships and knowledge that will help to ensure that our valuations are up to date and informed by the latest market insights; help to build the culture of the team so that junior team members also become used to doing this. Help to promote a general culture of learning and development across the team from one job to the next. Potential for line management responsibilities for staff in London, Delhi and Pune. Business Development & Broader Team Engagement Develop market intelligence and sector knowledge to prepare for new deal opportunities and pitches. Take lead on proposal documents for new opportunities and help to convert these. Build an external network, developing a strong rapport with both existing and target clients and key market constituents. Support the team in marketing activity as well as building own market profile. Build an internal network within Forvis Mazars (both in the UK and internationally), to maximise the value we bring to clients and opportunities for the firm as a whole. Work as part of an integrated deal advisory offering, working closely with colleagues across Transaction Services, Tax and other advisory teams. Promote Forvis Mazars energy and infrastructure sector knowledge both within the broader teams at Forvis Mazars and to other relevant parts of the firm. Key Requirements The right person is likely to have several years of experience doing deal advisory and valuation work in the energy and infrastructure sector (at least 6 years for the manager role, or 8 years for the associate director role). Strong track record in the energy & infrastructure sector, gained through M&A or financing transactions. Goodunderstanding of the industry, key sector trends and the key players in the market. Demonstrable project management skills and ability to work toward demanding timetables. Strong, proven financial modelling capabilities, including proven knowledge of market standard valuation techniques in the energy and infrastructure sector. Track record ofbuilding enduring relationships with clients through repeat work. Ability to interpret and present results, identify issues through sound analysis and application of commercial acumen in all situations. Be a highly pro-active,confident team player with a proven ability to build constructive professional relationships at all levels. Ability to develop self and others, with proven track record of managing junior members of the team (for Manager level). Detailedunderstanding of engagement and risk processes used in an accountancy firm context, and experience of applying these. Accounting and/orbroader finance knowledge, including qualifications such as the ACA or CFA, would be desirable but not essential. Fluency in English both written and verbal is mandatory and fluency in a second EU language is desirable. Self-motivated, ambitious and hard working. Driven by a passion to provide excellent client service and to build a growing business, with a strong team ethic. Excellent written and oralpresentation skills. Excellent MS Office skills. About Forvis Mazars Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network. The network operates under a single brand worldwide, with just two members: Forvis Mazars LLP in the United States and Forvis Mazars Group SC, an internationally integrated partnership operating in over 100 countries and territories. Both member firms share a commitment to providing an unmatched client experience, delivering audit & assurance, tax and advisory services around the world. Together, our strategic vision strives to move our clients, people, industry and communities forward. Through our reach and areas of expertise, we help organisations respond to emerging sustainability issues in the global marketplace including human rights, climate change, environmental impacts and culture. We are one diverse, multicultural, multi-generational team with a huge sense of connection and belonging. This is a place where you can take ownership of your career, get involved, believe in yourself and put your ideas into action. At Forvis Mazars, we empower our people and celebrate individuality. We thrive on teamwork and are agile . click apply for full job details
Forvis Mazars' Energy, Infrastructure & Environment practice is trusted by the world's leading investors and developers in the sector to deliver a broad range of services. Within this practice, the Infrastructure Finance business unit provides modelling, model audit, valuations, training and advisory services to clients across EMEA and the Americas, from regional hubs in London, Paris, New York, Toronto, Johannesburg and Delhi. Job Purpose To support Partners and Directors in further developing the Advisory and Valuations service lines within Forvis Mazars through the delivery of a high-quality service across a range of clients within the energy & infrastructure sector - acquisitions, valuations, sales, fundraisings, bid advisory and debt raisings. We are now looking for the right person to help drive the business forward. The right person would: Be able to lead advisory and valuation assignments, both through proactive project management and by providing commercial and sector-based direction to a broader team of sector specialists (it is expected that an individual will split their time 50:50 between advisory and valuations assignments, however this may be flexed based on client requirements from time to time). Have excellent client relationship building skills, combining commitment to first-rate client service with the curiosity to understand the client's business and assets. Have first-rate powerpoint skills, report writing skills, combined with natural intellectual curiosity. Be comfortable interpreting, sense-checking and running Excel-based financial models with 3-way financial statements. Be committed to business development as well as project execution. Have significant experience in the energy and infrastructure sector already. The role could be at the Associate Director level or at the Manager level, depending mostly on the candidate's level of experience. At the AD level, we would expectmore autonomous client relationships, more business development responsibilities and more leadership within the team. Professional Responsibilities Project Delivery Manage the delivery of advisory engagements. This will include: Preparing transaction documentation business plans, information memorandum and financial models. Researching and approaching potential buyers / sellers for clients. Taking the day to day lead role in running assignments, typically with a portfolio of assignments at any one time. Project managing aspects of larger transactions and project managing, in full, smaller ones. Building strong working relationships with the client, ensuring any problems or requests are dealt with promptly. Providing clear tactical advice on larger and more complex transactions, under the supervision of more senior team members. Maintaining control and stability under pressure whilst recognising the deadline or urgency to be dealt with. Ensuring that clients are billed according to the agreed billing plans under each engagement. Ensuring that projects are managed in accordance with Mazars' quality and risk procedures. Ensuring budget is set and managed, with appropriate financial management on the jobs. Manage the delivery of valuation engagements. This will include: Producing a project plan and managing other team members to ensure that this plan is delivered. Analysing information received, identifying key valuation issues, raising questions with clients and reflecting these in our valuation conclusions. Reviewing market evidence produced by valuation researchers; sense-checking and adding to this by building a network of contacts and getting informal market feedback on current market conditions. Analysing financial models, ensuring sensitivities are run correctly and reviewing valuation calculations. Report writing and/or reviewing drafts of reports written by team members. Financial management of projects, including financial forecasting, billing and debt collection, and reporting on their progress to the Director/Partner. Ensuring projects are managed in accordance with Mazars' quality and risk procedures. Over time, developing direct relationships with clients, gaining their trust. Leading, coaching and reviewing the work of more junior valuation professionals. People & Product Development Help to develop our client deliverables, processes and our team technically by ensuring that they are properly informed by relevant sector dynamics and a commercial understanding. Acting as a mentor to juniorteam members: help individuals to achieve their potential through coaching, training and development. Reviewing the work of others and provide informal feedback throughout the fieldwork stage. Help to ensure that our deliverables and other outputs are visually effective and clear. Build broader market relationships and knowledge that will help to ensure that our valuations are up to date and informed by the latest market insights; help to build the culture of the team so that junior team members also become used to doing this. Help to promote a general culture of learning and development across the team from one job to the next. Potential for line management responsibilities for staff in London, Delhi and Pune. Business Development & Broader Team Engagement Develop market intelligence and sector knowledge to prepare for new deal opportunities and pitches. Take lead on proposal documents for new opportunities and help to convert these. Build an external network, developing a strong rapport with both existing and target clients and key market constituents. Support the team in marketing activity as well as building own market profile. Build an internal network within Forvis Mazars (both in the UK and internationally), to maximise the value we bring to clients and opportunities for the firm as a whole. Work as part of an integrated deal advisory offering, working closely with colleagues across Transaction Services, Tax and other advisory teams. Promote Forvis Mazars energy and infrastructure sector knowledge both within the broader teams at Forvis Mazars and to other relevant parts of the firm. Key Requirements The right person is likely to have several years of experience doing deal advisory and valuation work in the energy and infrastructure sector (at least 6 years for the manager role, or 8 years for the associate director role). Strong track record in the energy & infrastructure sector, gained through M&A or financing transactions. Goodunderstanding of the industry, key sector trends and the key players in the market. Demonstrable project management skills and ability to work toward demanding timetables. Strong, proven financial modelling capabilities, including proven knowledge of market standard valuation techniques in the energy and infrastructure sector. Track record ofbuilding enduring relationships with clients through repeat work. Ability to interpret and present results, identify issues through sound analysis and application of commercial acumen in all situations. Be a highly pro-active,confident team player with a proven ability to build constructive professional relationships at all levels. Ability to develop self and others, with proven track record of managing junior members of the team (for Manager level). Detailedunderstanding of engagement and risk processes used in an accountancy firm context, and experience of applying these. Accounting and/orbroader finance knowledge, including qualifications such as the ACA or CFA, would be desirable but not essential. Fluency in English both written and verbal is mandatory and fluency in a second EU language is desirable. Self-motivated, ambitious and hard working. Driven by a passion to provide excellent client service and to build a growing business, with a strong team ethic. Excellent written and oralpresentation skills. Excellent MS Office skills. About Forvis Mazars Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network. The network operates under a single brand worldwide, with just two members: Forvis Mazars LLP in the United States and Forvis Mazars Group SC, an internationally integrated partnership operating in over 100 countries and territories. Both member firms share a commitment to providing an unmatched client experience, delivering audit & assurance, tax and advisory services around the world. Together, our strategic vision strives to move our clients, people, industry and communities forward. Through our reach and areas of expertise, we help organisations respond to emerging sustainability issues in the global marketplace including human rights, climate change, environmental impacts and culture. We are one diverse, multicultural, multi-generational team with a huge sense of connection and belonging. This is a place where you can take ownership of your career, get involved, believe in yourself and put your ideas into action. At Forvis Mazars, we empower our people and celebrate individuality. We thrive on teamwork and are agile . click apply for full job details
Focusrite Audio Engineering Ltd
Flackwell Heath, Buckinghamshire
Finance Director - Focusrite Novation (Maternity Cover) Based: High Wycombe office / hybrid Term: Contract - Maternity Cover Salary: c.£(phone number removed) pa + bonus and benefits About the company: Focusrite plc is a global music and audio group that develops and markets music technology products. Used by audio professionals and amateur musicians alike, its solutions facilitate the high-quality production of recorded and live sound. Our audio technology brands stand together, seeking to enrich lives through music by removing barriers to creativity - we make music easy to make'. About the role: This is a maternity cover position which is to start in January 2026 and is expected to last until April 2027. For this role we require attendance at our head office in High Wycombe for 2-3 days per week. The Focusrite Finance Director will be responsible for the financial reporting and internal controls within the content creation related UK and APAC based entities. This includes the head office activities and global distribution for Focusrite content creation brands as well as the distribution activities of all content creation brands within EMEA. They will have strong relationships with all the key stakeholders and ensure that timely and accurate management reporting is available to key decision makers and that a well-controlled and efficient transaction processing for Accounts receivable and Accounts payable is in place. They will be a business partner for the content creation brands based in the UK and APAC, helping with commercial decision support. They will also be responsible for the financial reporting and internal controls of the distribution entity for the Group content creation. They will have responsibility for tax compliance within the relevant regions, working with the external tax accountants. This role will be reporting directly to the Group CFO with a dotted line to the Focusrite Managing Director and be part of the Focusrite leadership team and Global finance leadership team. They will manage a team of approx. 8 in the UK and 2 in Hong Kong. Essential functions and major responsibilities: Monthly management reporting delivered accurately and on time Effective and efficient accounts receivable and payable processes Responsible for the financial reporting and internal controls for 5 legal entities - 3 UK, 1 in Hong Kong and 1 in Australia Oversight of statutory filings and tax compliance for the same entities Business partnering for Focusrite brand product development and centrally managed departments. People management of UK and APAC Finance teams Management Reporting: Preparation of monthly financial reports for Focusrite Boards/Management teams Submission of monthly results and commentary to Group Finance on a timely basis Preparation of quarterly reforecasts Preparation of annual budget and three year plan Strong internal controls in place across record to report process Finance Transaction Processing Efficient Accounts receivable process, with clear KPIs monitored and easy to use for customers Efficient Accounts payable process, with clear KPIs and supporting the Focusrite brand with suppliers Effective and efficient intercompany transaction process in place across geographies and brands Strong drive to process improvement to ensure processes are fit for purpose and can support the growth of the company Finance transaction processing will cover the UK and APAC teams who will provide financial information across 5 entities (one of which includes a German branch). Statutory and Tax compliance Manage relationship with UK and APAC auditors ensuring timely resolution of queries and statutory accounts filings are accurate and on time Oversee tax computations and filings, working with Group tax accountant, ensuring corporate and indirect taxes are in compliance with local regulations Business Partnering Work with Focusrite management teams to support commercial forecasts and budgets Support with ad hoc investment projects and analysis, Financial planning for long term strategic ambitions Ensure there are robust return on investment metrics in place People Management Manage UK team of approx. 8 and Hong Kong team of 2 About you: Qualified Accountant with preferably 7 years' post qualification experience Self-starter able to manage a complex agenda, with good people management skills Excellent organisational skills, with a track record of process improvement Strong problem solving and analytical skills, Effective communication and influencing skills, with an ability to build strong stakeholder relationships Experience of working within ERP systems, preferably Oracle Netsuite Experience of working in a multi-national listed company operating in a fast-paced environment About Us Focusrite plc is a global music and audio group that develops and markets music technology products. Used by audio professionals and amateur musicians alike, our solutions facilitate the high-quality production of recorded and live sound. Our audio technology brands stand together, seeking to enrich lives through music by removing barriers to creativity - we make music easy to make'. Benefits include flexible/hybrid working, company pension, life insurance, private healthcare, Health Cash Plan, enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay, employee purchase scheme, group bonus scheme, company music events, offsite company parties and free lunch in the canteen. We arrange company training sessions and encourage personal development.
Finance Director - Focusrite Novation (Maternity Cover) Based: High Wycombe office / hybrid Term: Contract - Maternity Cover Salary: c.£(phone number removed) pa + bonus and benefits About the company: Focusrite plc is a global music and audio group that develops and markets music technology products. Used by audio professionals and amateur musicians alike, its solutions facilitate the high-quality production of recorded and live sound. Our audio technology brands stand together, seeking to enrich lives through music by removing barriers to creativity - we make music easy to make'. About the role: This is a maternity cover position which is to start in January 2026 and is expected to last until April 2027. For this role we require attendance at our head office in High Wycombe for 2-3 days per week. The Focusrite Finance Director will be responsible for the financial reporting and internal controls within the content creation related UK and APAC based entities. This includes the head office activities and global distribution for Focusrite content creation brands as well as the distribution activities of all content creation brands within EMEA. They will have strong relationships with all the key stakeholders and ensure that timely and accurate management reporting is available to key decision makers and that a well-controlled and efficient transaction processing for Accounts receivable and Accounts payable is in place. They will be a business partner for the content creation brands based in the UK and APAC, helping with commercial decision support. They will also be responsible for the financial reporting and internal controls of the distribution entity for the Group content creation. They will have responsibility for tax compliance within the relevant regions, working with the external tax accountants. This role will be reporting directly to the Group CFO with a dotted line to the Focusrite Managing Director and be part of the Focusrite leadership team and Global finance leadership team. They will manage a team of approx. 8 in the UK and 2 in Hong Kong. Essential functions and major responsibilities: Monthly management reporting delivered accurately and on time Effective and efficient accounts receivable and payable processes Responsible for the financial reporting and internal controls for 5 legal entities - 3 UK, 1 in Hong Kong and 1 in Australia Oversight of statutory filings and tax compliance for the same entities Business partnering for Focusrite brand product development and centrally managed departments. People management of UK and APAC Finance teams Management Reporting: Preparation of monthly financial reports for Focusrite Boards/Management teams Submission of monthly results and commentary to Group Finance on a timely basis Preparation of quarterly reforecasts Preparation of annual budget and three year plan Strong internal controls in place across record to report process Finance Transaction Processing Efficient Accounts receivable process, with clear KPIs monitored and easy to use for customers Efficient Accounts payable process, with clear KPIs and supporting the Focusrite brand with suppliers Effective and efficient intercompany transaction process in place across geographies and brands Strong drive to process improvement to ensure processes are fit for purpose and can support the growth of the company Finance transaction processing will cover the UK and APAC teams who will provide financial information across 5 entities (one of which includes a German branch). Statutory and Tax compliance Manage relationship with UK and APAC auditors ensuring timely resolution of queries and statutory accounts filings are accurate and on time Oversee tax computations and filings, working with Group tax accountant, ensuring corporate and indirect taxes are in compliance with local regulations Business Partnering Work with Focusrite management teams to support commercial forecasts and budgets Support with ad hoc investment projects and analysis, Financial planning for long term strategic ambitions Ensure there are robust return on investment metrics in place People Management Manage UK team of approx. 8 and Hong Kong team of 2 About you: Qualified Accountant with preferably 7 years' post qualification experience Self-starter able to manage a complex agenda, with good people management skills Excellent organisational skills, with a track record of process improvement Strong problem solving and analytical skills, Effective communication and influencing skills, with an ability to build strong stakeholder relationships Experience of working within ERP systems, preferably Oracle Netsuite Experience of working in a multi-national listed company operating in a fast-paced environment About Us Focusrite plc is a global music and audio group that develops and markets music technology products. Used by audio professionals and amateur musicians alike, our solutions facilitate the high-quality production of recorded and live sound. Our audio technology brands stand together, seeking to enrich lives through music by removing barriers to creativity - we make music easy to make'. Benefits include flexible/hybrid working, company pension, life insurance, private healthcare, Health Cash Plan, enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay, employee purchase scheme, group bonus scheme, company music events, offsite company parties and free lunch in the canteen. We arrange company training sessions and encourage personal development.
