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We are working with a Private Equity backed services business who are looking to appoint a Senior Finance Business Partner. In this highly visible role, you will work alongside executive and operational leaders to strengthen financial insight, accountability, and performance across the business. Acting as a trusted commercial advisor, you will use data-driven analysis to influence strategic decisions and support key growth initiatives, pricing strategies, and profitability improvements. You will take ownership of executive-level financial reporting, delivering the monthly finance pack and providing clear, actionable insights that enable leadership teams to make confident decisions. A key focus of the role will be leading budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting processes, alongside detailed client profitability analysis. Your ability to translate complex financial data into clear commercial insight will help identify opportunities for margin improvement, cost optimisation, and enhanced operational efficiency. You will also oversee project financial reporting, ensuring robust review of project expenditure and delivering accurate, meaningful reporting to senior leadership and board-level stakeholders. As a senior leader within the finance function, you will lead and develop the Finance Business Partnering team, building a high-performing, commercially focused culture that supports the wider business and drives continuous improvement. Alongside this, you will ensure strong financial governance and control across the organisation, maintaining balance sheet integrity and oversight of key account reconciliations. You will also develop robust financial models to support reporting, pricing decisions, investment cases, and long-term strategic planning. About You You are a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience in a commercially focused finance role. You will bring a proven track record of partnering with senior and executive stakeholders, influencing decision-making through clear financial insight and strategic thinking. Strong commercial acumen and advanced analytical skills are essential. Experience working with ERP systems, particularly SAP, combined with strong financial reporting expertise will be highly advantageous. Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills are expected. Most importantly, you are a confident and credible communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment and is comfortable challenging and influencing at senior levels.

ACCA, FINANCE PARTNER, CIMA, QUALIFIED ACCOUNTANT, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT Location: DOJ, Financial Services Division - Castle Buildings, Stormont, BT4 3SG Rate: £27.55-£28.67 per hour Hours: 37 per week Monday-Friday Flexible start & finish Working Pattern: Hybrid - 2 days in office / 3 days from home Contract: Temporary (12 months+) with potential pathway to permanent NICS competitions Flexibility: Flexi-time available About the Role An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced finance professional to join the Safer Communities Directorate as a Deputy Principal Accountant - Finance Business Partner. This role forms a key part of the Directorate's financial management function and requires a highly capable individual who can lead budget management, financial planning, and provide high quality advice to senior stakeholders. You will work closely with Director-level stakeholders, the wider DoJ Finance team, DoF, governance boards, and external partners, contributing to both in year and strategic financial planning. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will support the Directorate and its senior leadership through: Budget Management & Planning Leading the in year budget management process, including in year Monitoring Rounds, ensuring all Ministerial, Senior Management Team, Justice Committee and DoF deadlines are met.Supporting delivery of the Spending Review and future budget planning.Providing year end and budget request information to DoJ accounts and budgeting teams.Providing Directorate finance support for ACNI processes. Financial Reporting & Insight Preparing meaningful monthly financial updates for Director(s).Monitoring monthly year to date and forecast spend, including robust variance analysis and constructive challenge.Delivering accurate financial information for all departmental financial exercises. Governance & Advisory Support Supplying financial input into briefings for the Minister, Senior Management, and Sponsor Areas.Providing governance support including: Advice on MPMNISupport for business casesAttendance at governance meetingsEngagement with DoF Supply Team on expenditure proposals and financial governance issues Essential Qualifications Applicants must possess: Professional Qualification Full, current membership of one of the following (or an equivalent accountancy qualification):Chartered Accountants IrelandInstitute of Chartered Accountants ScotlandInstitute of Chartered Accountants England & WalesCIMAACCACIPFAInstitute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland Experience Minimum of two years' post qualification experience (within the last five years) in a finance related environment. Skills & Competencies The ideal candidate will have:Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with senior managers and Department of Finance colleaguesWell developed analytical and problem solving skillsProven ability to work with numerical data, particularly using Microsoft ExcelAbility to work under pressure and meet strict internal and external reporting deadlines Why Apply? This role offers: Competitive pay: £27.55-£28.67 per hour Hybrid working: 2 office days / 3 home days Flexi time and flexible start/finish times 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday A 12 month+ contract with a supported pathway to future permanent NICS opportunities #

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview Join our dynamic Company Secretarial team, where you'll play a key role in supporting clients with their statutory and compliance requirements. You'll prepare and review essential documentation-from Companies House filings and statutory records to dividend paperwork, stock transfers and engagement letters-ensuring every detail is accurate, timely and compliant. You'll help manage a portfolio of clients, keeping them informed of progress and guiding them through their statutory obligations, while working closely with senior team members to resolve issues and meet critical deadlines. With opportunities to attend client and board meetings, contribute to process improvements, and build strong client relationships, this role offers an exciting platform to grow your technical expertise. We're looking for someone with a solid understanding of UK company law, strong research and problem solving skills, and confidence navigating legislation and Companies House resources. You'll bring strong communication, organisation and time management capabilities, thrive under pressure, and be motivated to develop-supported by the chance to study for the ICSA qualification. If you're detail driven, proactive, and ready to apply your skills to new scenarios, we'd love to hear from you. You'll be someone with: Willingness and ability to study a professional qualification (ICSA) Competent at relevant computer applications, Excel, Word and Blueprint Basic technical and analytical skills Good numeracy and literacy skills Good communication skills, both verbal and written You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in 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. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients 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 them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Assistant Manager - Corporate Tax, Top International Firm Edinburgh £40,000 - £50,000 + Benefits + Hybrid Working Do you want to work on cutting-edge international tax projects? Are you interested in advising some of the world's largest multinational companies? Looking to fast-track your career in a technically demanding, creative environment? Benefits: Hybrid working - split between home, office, and client site Private medical cover + 24/7 virtual GP access Six volunteering days per year Empowered flexibility and strong career progression framework Your new firm: Our client is a leading international tax adviser working with some of the world's largest and most recognisable multinationals , spanning every industry sector (excluding Financial Services).The firm is known for technically demanding, creative work -from major corporate transactions to complex international structuring projects -and offers a truly collaborative environment where your career can accelerate fast. Your new role: As an Assistant Manager in Corporate Tax , you'll work alongside senior specialists and Partners on complex UK and international tax projects , supporting household-name clients through strategic transactions and advisory work .You'll also gain exposure to audit of tax , cross-border structuring , and business model advisory , with access to continuous technical and leadership development. Key responsibilities include: Assisting in the delivery of corporate and international tax advisory projects Supporting major corporate transactions and cross-border planning Building and maintaining strong client relationships across varied industries Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive solutions Coaching and reviewing work of junior staff to develop their technical capability To be successful in this role, you'll need: A UK professional qualification (ACA / CTA / solicitor) or overseas equivalent Experience in UK or international corporate tax , ideally from a practice environment Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent relationship management and communication abilities A proactive approach to self-development and supporting others Interested? Drop an email to or call to discuss this opportunity in confidence 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.

This fast growing business in West Yorkshire is now looking to hire a Head of FP&A & Financial Modelling into a brand new role to take ownership of financial modelling, planning processes, and analytical insight across the organisation. This is a high-impact role for someone who combines deep financial modelling expertise with strong commercial awareness. The successful candidate will act as the central point of excellence for modelling and planning, supporting senior leadership with high-quality, decision-ready analysis. You will work closely with senior finance leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to strengthen forecasting capability, develop robust financial models, and improve planning discipline across the organisation. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of the financial modelling and planning capability within a growing organisation. This role would be ideally suited someone with experience in corporate finance/deals/advisory within Big 4, who enjoys building robust analytical frameworks, improving financial planning processes, and partnering with senior leadership on important strategic decisions. Key duties will include: Design, build, and maintain integrated financial models covering P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow. Develop driver-based planning and forecasting models to support operational and strategic decision-making. Produce scenario, sensitivity, and downside/upside analysis for senior leadership and board-level discussions. Lead financial modelling to support investment decisions, pricing analysis, and strategic initiatives. Coordinate the budgeting, forecasting, and medium-term planning cycles, including templates, models, and timelines. Maintain a structured assumptions framework, ensuring consistency and transparency across planning processes. Consolidate inputs from finance and operational stakeholders into coherent, model-driven outputs. Ensure a single source of analytical truth across budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning. Continuously improve planning processes to increase efficiency, discipline, and forecast accuracy. Develop unit economics, cohort analysis, and profitability models to enhance performance insight. Use Excel as the primary modelling platform, with supporting tools such as Power BI or similar platforms for analysis and visualisation. Help define data structures, financial metrics, and analytical frameworks that can be embedded into BI or FP&A systems over time. Support senior finance leadership with clear, structured analysis to inform decision-making. The successful candidate will: Have a strong background in FP&A, corporate finance, and financial modelling-led roles - Essential Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent analytical background - Essential Proven experience managing budgeting, forecasting, and medium-term planning processes - Essential Advanced Excel modelling capability, including integrated multi-statement models (P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow) - Essential Experience using Power BI or similar analytics tools - Essential Strong experience supporting investment appraisal, scenario analysis, and strategic planning - Essential Comfortable working with evolving data environments and building forward-looking analytical frameworks - Essential What's on offer? Hybrid working pattern Newly created standalone role to build and scale autonomously, working directly alongside the FD The opportunity to progress your career within a fast-growing organisation

Finance Manager - Manufacturing Finalist or Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) North Nottinghamshire £50-60k + Benefits We're supporting a high growth manufacturing business with the appointment of a Finance Manager. This is a commercially focused finance role sitting close to operations, production and the Finance Director. This is a hands-on, site based position with real influence: owning the numbers, improving visibility around margins and working capital, and supporting confident decision making at both site and group level. The Opportunity Ideally suited to a Management Accountant or Finance Manager with experience operating in the manufacturing sector already. You'll lead month end reporting, job costing and margin analysis, while partnering closely with operational and commercial teams to drive performance and insight. It's well suited to a qualified (Or nearly qualified) accountant who enjoys being embedded in the business, not just reporting the numbers, but explaining them, challenging them, and improving the processes behind them. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of month-end and year-end close for the manufacturing division Preparation of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary Ownership of job costing, WIP and gross margin reporting Balance sheet control, including fixed assets, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations Accurate inventory valuation reporting Budgeting and forecasting for the manufacturing division Oversight of statutory compliance including VAT, PAYE, CIS, R&D claims and corporation tax Partnering with operations to assess contract profitability and pricing Development and monitoring of KPIs aligned to operational and financial performance Support ERP and finance system improvements to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency Liaison with auditors, advisors and external stakeholders About You We are keen to talk to Qualified Management Accountants or Finance Manager level individuals with experience in a manufacturing environment. You will enjoy partnering with the wider business where you can truly add value. A strong background in management reporting, job costing and margin analysis, well developed Excel skills and experience of using ERP / finance systems are all important technical skills. Interpersonally you will be comfortable engaging with operations and senior stakeholders and have a proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

A dynamic and growing distribution business in the West Midlands is seeking an experienced Finance Director to join its Senior Leadership Team. This is a pivotal role in a highly customer-focused organisation with ambitious growth plans and a clear strategy to become a market leader within the next three years. The successful candidate will be both strategic and hands-on - comfortable operating in the detail of an SME environment while influencing stakeholders within a broader corporate framework. This role will work closely with the Managing Director and leadership team to shape commercial strategy, drive performance, and build a finance function capable of supporting significant growth. Key Responsibilities Act as a trusted advisor to the Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team, contributing to the development and execution of the business strategy. Provide leadership across all aspects of financial management, governance, and reporting. Build and develop a high-performing finance function, embedding a strong business partnering culture across the organisation. Establish robust, scalable financial processes capable of supporting growth in a fast-paced SME environment. Deliver clear commercial insight to support profitability improvement, investment decisions, and inventory management. Lead the production of monthly management accounts, investor reporting, and statutory accounts. Manage treasury, banking relationships, and balance sheet optimisation to maximise return on investment. Ensure effective financial controls, compliance, and governance frameworks are in place and adhered to. Drive business transformation initiatives and process improvements across finance and the wider organisation. Mentor and develop the finance team while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and high performance. Candidate Profile We are looking for a commercially minded finance leader who can operate comfortably across both strategic and operational levels. Key requirements include: Fully qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA. Proven experience in a Finance Director or senior finance leadership role within a growing business. Demonstrable track record of driving business transformation and improving financial processes. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organisation. Experience operating in an SME or entrepreneurial environment, with a hands-on approach. Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to build strong relationships across functions. Experience within Distribution, Manufacturing, or Industrial sectors would be advantageous. Knowledge of US GAAP would be beneficial, but is not essential. This organisation offers hybrid working, with flexibility expected on both sides to support the needs of the business and the leadership team.

Company Secretary - National Housing Bank Closing Date: 12/04/2026 at 23:59 Interviews will take place week commencing 27/04/2026 Successful candidate can be based in any of the following offices: Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Newcastle or Northstowe. A bit about the role You will be the statutory Company Secretary of the National Housing Bank Limited, a subsidiary of Homes England. You will be personally supporting the Bank's Board Meetings, its Chair and Directors. With your team, you will also ensure the compliance requirement for our other subsidiary companies as Head of Subsidiary Company Governance. You will work as part of the leadership of our central group governance team, led by our Group Company Secretary and Assistant Director - Governance. Government has set out ambitious plans for Housing and the creation of the National Housing Bank and its status as a National Public Financial Institution (PuFIn) opens up significant financial flexibilities to support the delivery of the Government's Housing mission. Yours will be an exciting role at the centre of this innovation. You will be joining our experienced central governance team, reporting to the Group Company Secretary but will have personal responsibility as Company Secretary to this nationally significant company. Therefore, we are looking for a mixture of sound and practical technical skills and a legal or CGI qualification (or equivalent). You will have confidence and experience in dealing with senior boards operating at a national level and it is likely you will also have experience of equity, guarantees and investments decision making. As ever, maintaining a calm, professional approach, providing sound support to the Chair and Board and getting the job done are the foundations of the job. You will not be alone - you will be part of a highly performing but supportive central governance function - but your personal ability to maintain the trust and confidence of Board members and senior executive colleagues is particularly important. The team believes in delivering a first-class professional service, a delivery focus, taking an innovative and creative approach. We ensure the functioning of sound governance across the group and expect high standards of ourselves and others. And we also believe that this can only be achieved by working in a collaborative, supportive and flexible way - we provide an excellent service but most of all we are an excellent team both to be part of, and to work with. A bit about you As an experienced Company Secretary to the National Housing Bank you will know how to deliver first-class customer service to the NHB Chair and Board. You will be used to "spinning several plates" at once and will always be looking for ways to improve and innovate governance and its delivery. You'll be comfortable supporting a nationally significant public investment body during its formative stages. You will have a real opportunity to help shape the governance practices of the company and the Homes England's wider group. You will be used to working as a trusted advisor to senior Boards, Chairs and members. You will hold a relevant professional qualification and/ or considerable relevant experience. Delivering on a mission as bold as ours isn't always easy. You will be resilient and comfortable managing a range of stakeholders at a senior level. Most of all you will be an excellent team player, team leader and manager. You will make your own contribution to our reputation as a brilliant team to work in and with. As an experienced governance professional, you'll understand how to manage colleagues and be able to demonstrate you can work with others as part of a team in a collaborative, inclusive way. Who are we? We are the Government's national housing agency. Our role is to accelerate the pace of housebuilding across the country, particularly in areas where there are the most serious affordability issues - meaning people are struggling to find homes. We have the appetite, influence, expertise and resources to drive positive market change and meet the Government's ambition to deliver 300,000 new homes a year, helping create great places to live. Within the next few years, we will have invested over £27 billion across our programmes. The National Housing Bank will help us to deliver against these aims we're building a different kind of public service - join us to help make this happen. We would encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early should we receive a high number of applications. We also encourage you to apply using the full application option as opposed to quick apply, this is especially important if you would like to indicate to us that you would like to be considered under the disability confident scheme. If your application is shortlisted to interview, we will require you to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Homes England are a geographically diverse community. We are all hybrid working at the moment spending 50% of our time working from home and 50% at our offices which are spread across England. The wellbeing of our colleagues remains one of our top priorities. What we offer We understand how important life is outside of work so, as well as competitive salary and pension and 33 days annual leave, we are totally committed to flexible working. We'll support you, wherever possible, so that you don't miss out on what truly matters to you. If you do ever need a little bit of extra help we have a great employee assistance programme, financial well-being support and access to loads of great discounts with leading high street names. Our range of network groups are also there to support you to truly be yourself at work and play a key role in helping shape our future. If you are a member of a professional body, we'll pay for your membership and once you get your top of the range digital kit, you'll be good to go in one of our great offices.

Senior Finance Business Partner Location: Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Nottingham, Swansea Salary: £57,515 per annum. This role attracts a recruitment and retention allowance of £4,000 per annum. Vacancy Type: Permanent Closing date: Tuesday 31st March 2026 Are you confident in leading others? Do you enjoy the challenge of influencing others to achieve business outcomes? Would you love to drive continuous improvement in your role? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King's birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Job description The Senior Finance Business Partner is a trusted advisor to the business and is expected to have strong interpersonal skills, capable of translating and presenting complex financial information clearly. You will provide valuable financial advice, strategic insights, and business solutions to directors and other budget holders. You will support DVSA to deliver assurance on the financial position and performance of the Service/Business so that effective action is taken on a timely basis. This role will help ensure high quality financial management is embedded throughout the business and that regular, robust, timely financial information and insight is provided to key stakeholders to enable quality decision-making. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: You will be a trusted advisor to the business and develop significant business expertise. You will build and maintain key relationships with internal and external stakeholders, manage senior managers' and stakeholders' expectations, and develop a deep understanding of the business's commercial and operational drivers. You will carry out sufficient analysis and challenge to demonstrate Business and Medium-Term plans are affordable within Spending Review totals, are central case estimates and represent value for money. You will provide strategic insight through your deep understanding of the financial data and the external / internal factors that influence the drivers of cost / income. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification Required experience: To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Leadership, and the ability to motivate and develop a diverse finance team and promote excellence. Ability to influence at all levels of the business, using logical persuasion and consensus building within groups, A confident communicator, comfortable with advising and challenging senior stakeholders, including communicating complex financial issues to into layman's terms for non-specialist audiences. Highly proficient in using and interpreting data and analytics to support analysis and decision making, identifying gaps in data and reporting, and collaborating with colleagues to develop additional reporting as required. You will be required to provide evidence that you hold any essential qualifications at some point during the recruitment process. If you cannot provide evidence, your application will be withdrawn. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for DVSA, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Senior Finance Business Partner Location: Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Nottingham, Swansea Salary: £57,515 per annum. This role attracts a recruitment and retention allowance of £4,000 per annum. Vacancy Type: Permanent Closing date: Tuesday 31st March 2026 Are you confident in leading others? Do you enjoy the challenge of influencing others to achieve business outcomes? Would you love to drive continuous improvement in your role? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King's birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Job description The Senior Finance Business Partner is a trusted advisor to the business and is expected to have strong interpersonal skills, capable of translating and presenting complex financial information clearly. You will provide valuable financial advice, strategic insights, and business solutions to directors and other budget holders. You will support DVSA to deliver assurance on the financial position and performance of the Service/Business so that effective action is taken on a timely basis. This role will help ensure high quality financial management is embedded throughout the business and that regular, robust, timely financial information and insight is provided to key stakeholders to enable quality decision-making. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: You will be a trusted advisor to the business and develop significant business expertise. You will build and maintain key relationships with internal and external stakeholders, manage senior managers' and stakeholders' expectations, and develop a deep understanding of the business's commercial and operational drivers. You will carry out sufficient analysis and challenge to demonstrate Business and Medium-Term plans are affordable within Spending Review totals, are central case estimates and represent value for money. You will provide strategic insight through your deep understanding of the financial data and the external / internal factors that influence the drivers of cost / income. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification Required experience: To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Leadership, and the ability to motivate and develop a diverse finance team and promote excellence. Ability to influence at all levels of the business, using logical persuasion and consensus building within groups, A confident communicator, comfortable with advising and challenging senior stakeholders, including communicating complex financial issues to into layman's terms for non-specialist audiences. Highly proficient in using and interpreting data and analytics to support analysis and decision making, identifying gaps in data and reporting, and collaborating with colleagues to develop additional reporting as required. You will be required to provide evidence that you hold any essential qualifications at some point during the recruitment process. If you cannot provide evidence, your application will be withdrawn. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for DVSA, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a well-established firm of Chartered Accountants in Gerrards Cross to recruit an Accounts and Audit Senior . This opportunity offers flexible working, a company pension, and much more! The firm has built an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality accountancy, audit, and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients, while maintaining a supportive and collaborative working environment for its team. This Accounts and Audit Senior job in Gerrards Cross provides an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice professional looking to progress their career within a respected and forward-thinking firm. You will work with a varied client base including SMEs, owner-managed businesses, and growing companies across multiple sectors, gaining exposure to both accounts preparation and audit assignments. At Crowe Watson Recruitment , we specialise in connecting talented accountancy professionals with leading firms across the UK. Our team understands the accountancy practice market and is committed to supporting candidates throughout the recruitment process, ensuring the right fit for both candidate and employer. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we'd love to hear from you. Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. Key Responsibilities Preparing statutory accounts for a range of clients including SMEs and owner-managed businesses Leading and assisting on audit assignments from planning through to completion Supervising and mentoring junior members of the team Preparing corporation tax computations and liaising with clients on financial matters Building strong client relationships and providing professional advice where appropriate Requirements ACA / ACCA qualified or part-qualified (or qualified by experience) Must have a minimum of 2 years previous experience working within a UK Practice environment Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and audit processes Excellent communication and organisational skills Ability to manage multiple client assignments and meet deadlines

Trustees UK Acumen Academy (Charity number ) develops and delivers transformative leadership programmes to equip social entrepreneurs and leaders across the United Kingdom with the tools and community needed to strengthen their leadership, scale their impact, and create lasting change. As the UK partner of Acumen Academy - the world's school for social change - we are building a locally-rooted and globally-connected movement dedicated to solving problems of poverty and building a society based on dignity. Against the backdrop of persistent poverty and rising inequality across the United Kingdom, we identify, support, and accompany pioneering role models and business models who are reimagining the future of education, employment, healthcare, and inclusion for communities experiencing disadvantage. Through our flagship UK Fellows Programme, we have provided catalytic support to 84 Founders, CEOs and senior leaders whose innovations have positively impacted over 3 million lives across the United Kingdom. Our Fellows are breaking down barriers and fostering dignity for people trapped by systems of poverty, including: Marcellus Baz - Founder of Switch Up - transforming the lives of vulnerable young people through sport, mentoring, and counselling. Michelle Hill - CEO of Talk, Listen, Change - building a holistic approach to safe and healthy relationships. Rachel Gegeshidze - CEO of Tempo - uniting public, private, and community sectors to uplift communities. Fred Kastner - Co-Founder of TERN - supporting refugee entrepreneurs to build thriving enterprises. Yasmin Khan - CEO of Staying Put - working with communities to prevent abuse and build a world free from violence. Our 2025 Impact Report reflects the strong foundation we have built through the UK Fellowship, Foundry, and our growing partnerships. Building on this, we are looking to recruit up to three new Trustees to join the UK Acumen Academy board - helping carry UK Acumen Academy into its next chapter and deepening the reach, delivery, and impact of our programmes and our Fellows. We have identified three areas where we are particularly seeking expertise - Fundraising & Partnerships, Networks & Ambassador, and Finance & Treasurer (see the appendix) - and we anticipate recruiting for all three roles. However, we remain open to the right people: depending on the experience and expertise of candidates, we may recruit across some or all of these positions, or consider individuals who bring a compelling combination of skills across more than one area. If you are unsure which role best fits your background, we encourage you to apply and tell us what you bring - we will work with you to find the best fit. Trustee Roles, Responsibilities and Duties The Board of Trustees plays a pivotal role in stewarding the mission, ethos, and impact of UK Acumen Academy. As a Trustee, we look to you to: Be a committed champion of our mission. Celebrate what we are doing well and demand we do more. Support the Director as a thought partner and critical friend. Model the leadership qualities we aim to cultivate in others. Core Responsibilities Trustees act as strategic advisors to the Director - not operational staff - across the following areas: Governance: Ensure the charity is legally compliant, well managed, risk-aware and mission-aligned. Strategy: Shape, review and monitor organisational strategy, and ensure it can be implemented. Financial oversight: Ensure financial sustainability and sound decision-making on resource allocation. Partnerships & networks: Make strategic introductions and help secure funding and in-kind support. Ambassador: Promote the work of Acumen Academy and represent our values externally. Thought partnership: Act as a generous thought partner to the Director and team, offering support while respecting operational boundaries. See the appendix for more detailed responsibilities across Fundraising & Partnerships, Networks & Ambassador, and Finance & Treasurer. Time Commitment: Four 2-hour board meetings annually (mix of in-person and virtual). Approximately 2 hours per month of additional engagement (reading materials, supporting the Director, etc.). One half-day strategy day annually (in-person) Attendance at periodic community events, where possible. During key moments - such as strategy reviews or recruitment - some Trustees may choose to contribute more, and this is warmly welcomed. An initial board term of up to three years. Diversity & Inclusion UK Acumen Academy is committed to building a board that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith, or disability. We particularly encourage applications from those with lived experience of the social issues our Fellows work on. We believe that diversity of perspective and experience makes us a stronger, more effective organisation. Next Steps If you are inspired by our mission and believe you have something meaningful to contribute, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please send a CV and a short cover note by email to or via the button below, telling us why you want to join the UK Acumen Academy board and what you would bring to the role . Our process is as follows: Application: Share your CV and cover note by an email to Conversations with Trustees: Two 45-minute conversations (online or in person) with members of the Board to explore your motivations and experience, and to give you an opportunity to learn more about the organisation and the role of the Board. Board Meeting Observation: Where possible, shortlisted candidates will be invited to observe a Board meeting (currently planned for late-May) before a final decision is made. If you have any questions before applying or would like an informal conversation ahead of submitting, please don't hesitate to get in touch at the same address. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to get in touch as soon as possible. Appendix Fundraising & Partnerships Trustee The Fundraising & Partnerships Trustee provides strategic oversight and guidance on income generation, supporting the Director to develop a resilient funding model that combines philanthropy, partnerships, and earned income. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Income Guidance: Advise on fundraising and earned income strategies, ensuring they are ambitious, coherent, and mission-aligned. Model Sustainability: Support the organisation to build diversified, reliable income streams that match our long-term mission and ambition. Thought Partnership: Provide insight and feedback on funding proposals, partnership design, and positioning. Networks Ambassador Trustee The Networks Ambassador Trustee plays a vital role in expanding UK Acumen Academy's reach and influence - opening doors, accelerating introductions, and connecting us to the people and organisations who can amplify our work. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Introductions: Proactively identify and facilitate introductions to potential funders, partners, Fellows, and collaborators. Network Leveraging: Cultivate relationships across philanthropy, business, civil society, and aligned movements for social change. Values-led Stewardship: Ensure all relationship-building reflects Acumen's ethos - rooted in dignity, trust, and long-term thinking. Treasurer The Treasurer provides financial stewardship and oversight, supporting the Director to ensure UK Acumen Academy remains financially healthy, transparent, and well-positioned to deliver on its mission. Key Responsibilities: Financial Oversight & Reporting: Review financial reports, ensuring the board has a clear and accurate picture of the organisation's financial position at all times. Budgeting & Forecasting: Support the Director in developing annual budgets and longer-term financial forecasts that reflect strategic priorities and funding realities. Financial Sustainability: Advise on financial risk, reserves policy, and the financial implications of key decisions.

Assistant Manager - Corporate Tax, Top International Firm Manchester £40,000 - £50,000 + Benefits + Hybrid Working Do you want to work on cutting-edge international tax projects? Are you interested in advising some of the world's largest multinational companies? Looking to fast-track your career in a technically demanding, creative environment? Benefits: Hybrid working - split between home, office, and client site Private medical cover + 24/7 virtual GP access Six volunteering days per year Empowered flexibility and strong career progression framework Your new firm: Our client is a leading international tax adviser working with some of the world's largest and most recognisable multinationals , spanning every industry sector (excluding Financial Services).The firm is known for technically demanding, creative work -from major corporate transactions to complex international structuring projects -and offers a truly collaborative environment where your career can accelerate fast. Your new role: As an Assistant Manager in Corporate Tax , you'll work alongside senior specialists and Partners on complex UK and international tax projects , supporting household-name clients through strategic transactions and advisory work .You'll also gain exposure to audit of tax , cross-border structuring , and business model advisory , with access to continuous technical and leadership development. Key responsibilities include: Assisting in the delivery of corporate and international tax advisory projects Supporting major corporate transactions and cross-border planning Building and maintaining strong client relationships across varied industries Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive solutions Coaching and reviewing work of junior staff to develop their technical capability To be successful in this role, you'll need: A UK professional qualification (ACA / CTA / solicitor) or overseas equivalent Experience in UK or international corporate tax , ideally from a practice environment Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent relationship management and communication abilities A proactive approach to self-development and supporting others Interested? Drop an email to or call to discuss this opportunity in confidence 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.

Overall Purpose of the role You will work closely with a portfolio of organisations that Arts Council England funds through our various investment programmes, helping those organisations to contribute successfully to delivering the Arts Council's strategy and to achieve their own growth and development objectives. Acting as the primary conduit and point of contact between these organisations and the Arts Council - and supported by your Senior Relationship Manager - you will broker both internal and external relationships to ensure that funded organisations have access to appropriate sources of expertise and knowledge to support them in achieving great art in the context of meeting their business plans and operating effectively. These external relationships will include liaison with local stakeholders in local government and the private sector who play a material role in the local environment for arts and culture. You will orchestrate our dealings with the organisations you manage and will play a key role in recommending to your Senior Relationship Manager what investment we should commit to them - including all funding decisions and strategic development programmes and initiatives. Main day to day responsibilities You will manage a portfolio of funded organisations. This will include maintaining an awareness of their performance against their business plan and their funding agreement with the Arts Council, maintaining awareness of their artistic work and identifying their investment needs. You will contribute to the assessment of their applications, liaising with the Investment Centre and recommending funding decisions to your Senior Relationship Manager and Leadership team. You will spend an appropriate amount of time involved in our grants management processes, monitoring and maintaining contact with their activity. You will play an advisory and developmental role, supporting your portfolio of organisations in furthering their artistic ambition whilst building their financial and operational resilience. You will support the Arts Council's broader development role, offering advice to organisations not funded through the National portfolio and supporting them, for example, to develop funding applications. Part of your role will involve contributing to the development and management of Arts Council strategic programmes, liaising with internal colleagues and external partners. You will contribute to the organisation's goals and priorities by sharing the market intelligence and knowledge gained in your work to inform future investment decisions and priorities within the area and nationally through specialist or project groupings. You will contribute to a positive working culture in the organisation by taking a proactive approach to learning, responding to change, inclusive practice, and environmental responsibility. You will reflect the Nolan Principles of Public Life and the Arts Council's values with a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Key relationships You will work closely with colleagues in the Area team to contribute to a coordinated approach to the support and development of arts and culture locally and to relationships with external partners. You will work closely with the national discipline lead relevant to your artform or cross-cutting area of expertise, sharing specialist knowledge and insight alongside other relationship managers across the country who share your specialist discipline. You will work closely with colleagues in the Investment Centre and with the Senior Manager, Operations to undertake grant management and to share intelligence and advice on funded organisations. What do I need to bring to the role? Essential (Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours) You will need to have experience of working in one or more of our artforms or cross-cutting policy areas and with arts and cultural organisations at senior level. You will also need to have a good understanding of organisational dynamics - including business planning, financial reporting, performance management and governance. You will need to be effective in developing relationships with organisations at all levels and have the personal credibility, communication and analytical skill to provide advice and support on the artistic and operational challenges they face. You will have a good knowledge of grant management and the ability to negotiate with arts and cultural organisations on funding agreements. You will maintain an overview of projects funded to ensure they are meeting our strategic aims. You will have willingness to and experience of working beyond your area of expertise across all our policy areas and priorities. You must have a good appreciation of the arts and culture sector in England and of the current challenges and opportunities facing it, including the context for public and private sector partnership support. You will have an understanding of the Arts Council's duty as a public body under current equality legislation, the diversity agenda and its relationship to arts and culture. This role will include travel across the whole of Arts Council England's South East region. The successful post holder will become a member of the Norfolk & Suffolk sub-regional place group. This aspect of the role will require regular travel across these two counties to meet organisations and attend events. We are looking for candidates with previous experience of place-based working. We are a Disability Confident Employer and we participate in the 'Offer an Interview' scheme, which means that we offer an interview to any disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role they're applying to, subject to the volume of applications received. Disabled candidates, those living with a long-term condition and/ or neurodivergent candidates may be eligible for this scheme. Our Code of Ethics requires that employees of the Arts Council are not able to receive an Arts Council grant, investment or loan funding - either in person, as a member of a partnership, or for any organisation they own. There are also limitations on board or CEO positions employees can hold in organisations we fund. For more information on this, please talk to the recruiting manager or contact 1st Interviews: (Virtual) 23 and 24 April 2nd Interviews: (Virtual) 30 April

Director of Residential Surveying If you are a Residential Surveyor in the Glasgow or Edinburgh area looking for a new role at any level, or looking to explore what is out there - please give Abby a call on or email for a confidential conversation. Your new company You'll be joining one of the UK's most respected chartered surveying and property consultancy firms, with a strong reputation for delivering professional, personable, and innovative services across residential and commercial sectors. Operating from 21 offices nationwide, this firm combines local market expertise with national reach, serving major financial institutions, developers, and private clients. Their residential division is a market leader in Scotland and beyond, providing Home Reports, valuations, and strategic property advice for all major lenders and a wide range of clients. With a commitment to growth, sustainability, and client care, this is an organisation that values leadership, collaboration, and excellence. Your new role As a Residential Director, you'll take a pivotal leadership role within the residential surveying team, driving business growth and ensuring service excellence. Your responsibilities will include: Strategic Leadership - Oversee operations within your region, set performance targets, and lead a team of surveyors to deliver exceptional client service. Business Development - Identify new opportunities, strengthen relationships with lenders, estate agents, and solicitors, and expand the firm's residential offering. Technical Expertise - Provide high-level advice on valuations, Home Reports, and complex residential property matters, ensuring compliance with RICS standards. Mentorship & Training - Support APC candidates and junior surveyors, fostering a culture of professional development and continuous improvement. Client Engagement - Act as a trusted advisor to key clients, delivering tailored solutions and maintaining the firm's reputation for reliability and quality. What you'll need to succeed MRICS qualification preferred with extensive experience in residential surveying Proven track record in leadership and business development Strong knowledge of Scottish property legislation, valuation standards, and market trends Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Commercial acumen and ability to identify growth opportunities A proactive, strategic mindset with the ability to inspire and lead teams Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across your region What you'll get in return A senior leadership position within a growing, nationally recognised consultancy Competitive salary with director-level benefits, including a yearly bonus of up to 10% Generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements Opportunities to shape the future of the residential division and influence strategic decisions Access to a collaborative network of experts across multiple disciplines Professional development support and clear progression pathways A culture that values innovation, integrity, and client care Car allowance of £500 a month An opportunity to run your own office with multiple new Glasgow locations opening in the coming year 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. #

Interim Finance Transformation Lead Location: Poole (Onsite, 4 5 days per week) Contract: Interim (Full-time, 2 6 months possible extension) Reporting to: Fractional CFO / CEO About the Opportunity Vardey Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting for an Interim Finance Transformation Lead on behalf of a growing and evolving organisation in Poole - Dorset - Near Bournemouth. The business is entering a key phase of transformation moving to a multi-entity group structure and strengthening its financial and operational foundations. The Role This is a hands-on, high-impact role focused on driving finance transformation across systems, processes, and structure. Working closely with the CFO, CEO, and senior leadership team. You will lead key projects to build a scalable finance function. The role is primarily project-focused, with day-to-day operations managed separately. Key Responsibilities Lead finance transformation during the transition to a group structure Support new entity setup, reporting structures, and financial controls Work with external advisors on tax, HMRC, and structuring Review and improve finance systems, processes, and controls Support system implementations and operational improvements Design the future finance operating model and group reporting Act as a senior support and escalation point within the finance team Manage projects, timelines, and change initiatives About You Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience Strong experience in finance transformation, restructuring, or change environments Experience within multi-entity or group structures Knowledge of tax/HMRC considerations is beneficial Proven ability to improve systems, processes, and controls Calm, adaptable, and able to bring structure during change Strong project management and stakeholder management skills Why Join? This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing organisation shaping the finance function, driving change, and delivering long-term value during a critical stage of growth. By applying for this role, you authorise Vardey Recruitment to contact you and provide recruitment-related services. Please refer to our privacy policy for further details.

Job Title: Audit ManagerLocation: CardiffPosition: Full TimeSalary: up to £58k The Company Autograph Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a well-established, independent and growing accountancy practice based in Cardiff. Due to continued growth and an expanding client portfolio, the firm is looking to appoint an experienced Audit Manager to join their team. The practice works with clients across a broad range of sectors, including corporate businesses, SMEs and charities, delivering high-quality audit and advisory services. With modern open-plan offices and a collaborative culture, the firm prides itself on providing a supportive working environment where employees are encouraged to develop, progress and build long-term careers. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA / ACCA Qualified or Part-Qualified Accountant with strong audit experience to progress their career within a growing and forward-thinking firm. The role would suit: An experienced Audit Senior ready to step into a Manager position An existing Audit Manager looking for a fresh challenge in a progressive practice You will gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, including charity audits, and will have the opportunity to broaden your experience across audit, accounts preparation and advisory work. The firm offers clear opportunities for career development and progression as the business continues to grow. The Role Planning, leading and completing audit assignments in line with International Auditing Standards Managing a varied portfolio of clients across different sectors, including corporate entities and charities Acting as the main point of contact for clients and building strong professional relationships Overseeing statutory reporting and supporting accounts preparation where required Contributing to additional client projects such as forecasts, grant applications and financial due diligence Coaching, mentoring and supervising junior team members Working closely with Audit Partners and the wider team to ensure the highest professional standards are maintained The Ideal Candidate ACA / ACCA Qualified, or part-qualified with relevant practical experience (QBE also considered) Strong background in audit within an accountancy practice Experience managing audits and client relationships Excellent communication, organisation and IT skills Commercially minded with the ability to build long-term client relationships Proactive, approachable and collaborative Next Steps If this opportunity sounds of interest, please click Apply to submit your CV. For a confidential discussion, contact Clarissa Hough on or email . We look forward to hearing from you.

Partner / Portfolio Finance Director London / Remote Partner-level opportunity Private Equity-backed portfolio Share options available Build a central finance centre of excellence. Shape a Portfolio. Drive Growth. A rapidly expanding Private Equity-backed group is seeking an ambitious Partner to establish and lead a central finance centre of excellence supporting a growing portfolio of businesses. This is a rare opportunity for a commercially minded Chartered Accountant from a Big 4 accountancy practice background to build and lead scalable finance capability across multiple businesses in the portfolio. Working closely with investors and senior leadership, you will play a central role in supporting portfolio companies, shaping financial strategy, and contributing to acquisition activity as the group continues to expand. The Opportunity Following several recent acquisitions, the group is now creating a centralised finance capability to support its expanding investment portfolio. Initially, the function will support around 10 portfolio companies, including large-scale businesses generating significant revenues and managing workforces of up to 800 temporary staff. Over time, the ambition is to expand the portfolio to up to 40 businesses, including smaller SME companies. You will lead the development of the finance capability that supports this growth - building the team, the systems, and the strategic oversight required to support an ambitious investment strategy. This can be achieved domestically in the UK, or through offshoring. What You'll Be Responsible For Establishing and leading a central finance centre of excellence supporting multiple portfolio companies Acting as the finance subject matter expert across the group, providing commercially focused financial guidance Supporting portfolio leadership teams with strategic financial insight and decision-making Building and leading a high-performing finance team across UK hires and global BPO capability (e.g. India or South Africa) Designing scalable reporting, governance, and financial oversight frameworks across the portfolio Supporting mergers and acquisitions activity, including financial evaluation, due diligence input, and post-acquisition financial integration Identifying opportunities to expand finance services across the investment portfolio Helping develop the capability into a large and successful accountancy practice over the next five years Operational finance tasks such as payroll, finance administration, and day-to-day transactional processing are largely handled within the individual businesses. About You We are seeking a commercially minded finance leader with the ambition to build something significant. The ideal candidate will: Be a Chartered Accountant (ACA / ACCA) Experience in setting up a centralised finance function from scratch Have a background in a Big 4 accountancy practice (highly desirable) Have a minimum of 5 years post-qualified experience Bring experience in senior finance leadership or advisory roles Have strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking Possess knowledge of CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) Ideally have exposure to mergers and acquisitions, financial due diligence, or transaction advisory work Be comfortable working with investors, CEOs, and senior leadership teams Most importantly, you will have the ambition and intrapreneurial mindset to build and scale a successful finance service centre. Location The role can be fully remote, with optional office presence in central London. What's on Offer Partner-level position within a rapidly growing Private Equity-backed group Opportunity to build and lead a new finance practice from the ground up Significant influence over strategy and growth Share options and long-term value creation potential Exposure to portfolio growth and acquisition activity If you are an ambitious finance leader interested in building a scalable finance service centre within a dynamic Private Equity environment, we would welcome a confidential conversation. Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Job Description As part of the expansion of our Restructuring & Recovery (R&R) team in Belfast, we are seeking an ambitious and commercially aware Senior Manager / Associate Director to join our leading team. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of R&R, supporting the delivery of complex restructuring and formal insolvency assignments while gaining exposure to high-profile clients and engagements. You will manage a portfolio of cases, including insolvencies, receiverships, and examinerships, and you will play a pivotal role in advising clients on optimal capital structures, debt refinancing, and formal restructuring processes. This position offers a strong opportunity for progression, including support towards obtaining an Insolvency Practitioner (IP) licence, as applicable. Key Delivery Responsibilities You will support the Head of R&R and Directors on restructuring and formal insolvency assignments. Case Management: Take responsibility for day-to-day delivery of insolvency and restructuring assignments from planning to execution, including administrations, liquidations (CVL and compulsory), receiverships, and bankruptcies. Strategic Planning: Develop and execute recovery strategies and implement solutions for underperforming businesses to determine the best outcome for stakeholders. Advisory: Advise clients on balance sheet restructuring, working capital issues, and debt refinancing. Prepare and review financial analysis, investigations, and statutory documentation. Stakeholder Management: Liaise with lenders, creditors, regulators and legal professionals. Operational Oversight & Team Management Oversee and provide direct supervision to junior team members, ensuring high-quality output and adherence to deadlines across multiple assignments simultaneously. Contribute to training and mentoring within the team. Guide junior team members and review their work to ensure effective case progression. Market & Business Development Support partners and directors in business development initiatives and pitching for new assignments. Build and maintain relationships within the local Belfast and wider UK markets and across Grant Thornton Advisors' international platform. Contribute to the firm's profile through participation in networking events and professional forums. Requirements Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification) or Insolvency Practitioner. 5+ years' experience in a professional services firm focusing on corporate recovery, restructuring and insolvency. Strong technical knowledge of formal restructuring processes, UK Insolvency Act and Companies Act frameworks. Experience managing cases from initiation through to progression stages. Strong commercial awareness, excellent communication skills (written and verbal), and high-level IT proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Driven, with an ability to work on your own initiative, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment. Strong organisational and project management skills with experience engaging with creditors, lenders and management teams. Our Benefits Please follow this link for information on our generous benefits package. Hays Client provides equitable opportunities for all our colleagues. We are a responsible, sustainable business where equity, diversity and inclusion (ED&I) are at the forefront of our workplace culture agenda, and today, we continue to build and develop on our existing ED&I structure and strategy to meet our workplace culture needs. People are at the heart of our business and teams built with varied individuals present diverse viewpoints, which need to be heard and valued. We are all at our best when we are able to be ourselves, and we view integrity and authenticity as integral values to bring to our day-to-day work-life at the firm. We are excited to see the personality and perspectives you will bring to our team because we know we will all benefit from them. Diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision-making, improves the quality of our delivery, and helps us to meet the needs of our clients. Our firm is built on people and their ideas, so we want to hear all the new perspectives and fresh thinking you have to offer. You form the bedrock of our firm's best-practice principles and we will champion you as leaders from day one. Reward And Benefits Our reward and benefits are designed to create an environment where our people can flourish. We are committed to building a culture where our people have access to the necessary benefits to help promote a healthy lifestyle and thrive. Recognition We want to create a culture of recognition and celebrating success, by saying thank you to people who surpass our expectations and recognising the right values and behaviours. Our Shout-Out recognition scheme is our way of highlighting and promoting achievements. Whether you simply want to say thank you, celebrate a special occasion or give an award for doing something exceptional, you can do all of this and more through the scheme. 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 hays.co.uk

Sheridan Maine is partnering on an exclusive basis with a long-established and highly reputable organisation to recruit a Finance Director for a senior, board-level position in West Dorset. This Finance Director job offers a rare opportunity to join a successful business in a strategic finance leadership role, combining commercial finance, operational oversight, and board-level influence. Working closely with the CEO and senior leadership team, you ll play a pivotal role in shaping business performance, driving financial strategy, and supporting long-term growth. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on Finance Director, Financial Controller stepping up, or senior finance leader seeking a broad, high-impact role within a collaborative environment. The Role Finance Director (FD) As Finance Director, you will take full ownership of the finance function while contributing to wider business operations. This is a highly visible FD role requiring both strategic thinking and day-to-day financial leadership. Key focus areas include: Leading financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting Delivering accurate and timely management accounts and financial reporting Providing commercial insight and financial analysis to support decision-making Partnering with the Board to drive business strategy and performance Supporting business growth, profitability, and operational efficiency Maintaining strong financial controls, governance, and compliance Finance Director Responsibilities Overall responsibility for financial management, cash flow, and reporting cycles Business partnering with senior stakeholders to deliver strategic financial insight Managing banking relationships, funding arrangements, and covenant reporting Oversight of property, leases, and commercial agreements Responsibility for supplier contracts, cost control, and overhead management Supporting HR processes and people strategy alongside external advisors Driving continuous improvement across finance systems, processes, and controls Collaborating on IT systems, operational efficiency, and business transformation Ensuring compliance with health & safety, legal, and regulatory requirements Finance Director Requirements To be successful in this Finance Director job, you will be: A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) An experienced Finance Director, Head of Finance, or Financial Controller ready to step up Proven in leading a finance function within a multi-site or complex business A strong commercial finance professional with strategic insight Confident operating at Board level, able to challenge and influence senior stakeholders Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills A collaborative leader with strong communication and stakeholder management skills Comfortable managing a broad, hands-on finance leadership role Why Apply for this Finance Director Role? Senior board-level Finance Director position with real influence Broad role combining strategic finance and operational leadership Opportunity to join a stable, well-established business Collaborative and supportive senior leadership team Chance to drive business improvement, growth, and change initiatives Apply for this Finance Director Job If you re searching for Finance Director jobs in the South West / West Dorset, or a senior finance leadership role where you can make a genuine impact, we d love to hear from you. Apply today to explore this Finance Director opportunity in confidence. You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.