Associate Director of Finance 5 days a week on site Based in Hinckley Paying up to 90k + Car OR car allowance + bonus A market-leading consultancy is seeking an ambitious Associate Director of Finance to take a key commercial leadership role during an exciting period of transformation and growth. This is a newly created opportunity for a motivated finance professional to step into a senior role with clear progression opportunities. The Opportunity Operating at a senior level, the Associate Director of Finance will oversee a multi-site finance function while acting as a commercial finance partner. The successful candidate will play an integral part in shaping commercial strategy, supporting pricing discussions for corporate agreements, and translating financial insight into business decisions. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of day-to-day finance operations across the business Ensure timely and accurate month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations and financial commentary Provide commercial insight to the sales function including client numbers, attrition rates and profitability Hands-on management of credit control and cash collections Build budgets and forecasts and present findings to senior leadership Oversee external audit, tax and VAT compliance Manage the complex VAT structure relating to both consultancy and insurance-based services Support the finance integration strategy throughout the merger process About You We're searching for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and is ready for the next step in their career. You will bring: Fully qualified accountant with 5+ years PQE and demonstrable career progression Experience managing a finance team and driving performance Strong commercial acumen with proven interaction with commercial / sales teams Proven success in delivering accurate financial reporting to tight deadlines Ability to communicate financial information confidently to non-finance stakeholders A proactive mindset 50653CH INDHIN
Dec 07, 2025
Full time
Associate Director of Finance 5 days a week on site Based in Hinckley Paying up to 90k + Car OR car allowance + bonus A market-leading consultancy is seeking an ambitious Associate Director of Finance to take a key commercial leadership role during an exciting period of transformation and growth. This is a newly created opportunity for a motivated finance professional to step into a senior role with clear progression opportunities. The Opportunity Operating at a senior level, the Associate Director of Finance will oversee a multi-site finance function while acting as a commercial finance partner. The successful candidate will play an integral part in shaping commercial strategy, supporting pricing discussions for corporate agreements, and translating financial insight into business decisions. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of day-to-day finance operations across the business Ensure timely and accurate month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations and financial commentary Provide commercial insight to the sales function including client numbers, attrition rates and profitability Hands-on management of credit control and cash collections Build budgets and forecasts and present findings to senior leadership Oversee external audit, tax and VAT compliance Manage the complex VAT structure relating to both consultancy and insurance-based services Support the finance integration strategy throughout the merger process About You We're searching for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and is ready for the next step in their career. You will bring: Fully qualified accountant with 5+ years PQE and demonstrable career progression Experience managing a finance team and driving performance Strong commercial acumen with proven interaction with commercial / sales teams Proven success in delivering accurate financial reporting to tight deadlines Ability to communicate financial information confidently to non-finance stakeholders A proactive mindset 50653CH INDHIN
Job Title: Financial Reporting Manager Contract type: Permanent Location: London Marylebone + Aylesbury - Hybrid 3 days a week in the office Salary: Up to £60,000 Per annum Job Purpose The role supports the Financial Reporting Manager in developing, maintaining, and enhancing financial accounting procedures across Chiltern Railways, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and statutory compliance of both management and financial accounts. This position plays a key role in the preparation of financial reports, statutory accounts, and regulatory submissions, while also supporting internal controls and contributing to the continuous improvement of finance processes. To ensure that job specific activities do not introduce unacceptable business and safety risks to any aspect of the Company s operation, and that the appropriate policies and procedures are implemented and adhered to, ensuring that all such activities comply with the relevant contractual, statutory accounting and audit requirements. Key Responsibilities To support the Financial Reporting Manager to develop, maintain and improve financial accounting procedures throughout Chiltern and ensure local and statutory accounts are complete, accurate and conform to relevant accounting standards. Assist with Department for Transport (DfT) workflows and reporting as required Work closely with the FP&A team to produce financial reports such as the balance sheet and cashflow for Arriva Group using information from source systems and periodic meetings with the Finance Business Partners (FBP) converting to the appropriate format Completion of monthly Group balance sheet and cashflow reports providing clear and accurate variance analysis and justifications Preparation of statutory accounts in line with UK GAAP, tax packs and liaising with Group on various aspects of the accounts Production of periodic balance sheet reconciliations ensuring adequate supporting evidence and documentation is in place Review all balance sheet reconciliations prior to further review by the Finance Director and Head of Finance. Provide feedback to the reciliation preparers on any issues and improvements that could be implemented Review and utilise the capital and project expenditure cashflow forecasts/ budgets prepared by the Finance Business Partner Manage the preparation and submission of Group tax reporting, ensuring all evidence requirements are met Act as a liaison with Group Tax on matters of corporation tax and maintain accurate tax account records Work in conjunction with the projects and assets FBP to perform an asset verification exercise at least annually for assets held on the fixed asset register to confirm their status - in existence, still in use, assessment for impairment as applicable Ensure appropriate internal controls and governance are in place on project accounting and capex, liaising with the project accountant as required. Group reporting on this area (ICS & CSA) is completed on time and the finance manual is aligned/updated to current practices Preparation of periodic IFRS journals in line with current practices and ensure accounts are maintained and reconciled to the Group reporting system Completion of periodic intercompany true ups and reconciliations each calendar month ensuring to liaise with relevant counter parties as required Preparation and completion of periodic pension journals and associated financial reporting Timely preparation and submission of audit deliverables and liaising with parties as necessary Personal Specification To assist in the implementation of new systems, reports and procedures as required Ensure the Finance Manual remains up to date and aligned with current practices Proactively identify and implement process improvements across financial reporting and control activities. Support the business in its evolution by integrating new reporting requirements and processes Essential Criteria Qualified ACA, ACCA or similar Minimum of 3 years experience working in a financial/accounting position Should possess good excel skills (lookups, sumifs, pivot tables, ifs) Good communication and system skills Desirable Criteria Experience within a comparable industry Experience of public sector Business Central accounting software knowledge Please apply on company website
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Financial Reporting Manager Contract type: Permanent Location: London Marylebone + Aylesbury - Hybrid 3 days a week in the office Salary: Up to £60,000 Per annum Job Purpose The role supports the Financial Reporting Manager in developing, maintaining, and enhancing financial accounting procedures across Chiltern Railways, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and statutory compliance of both management and financial accounts. This position plays a key role in the preparation of financial reports, statutory accounts, and regulatory submissions, while also supporting internal controls and contributing to the continuous improvement of finance processes. To ensure that job specific activities do not introduce unacceptable business and safety risks to any aspect of the Company s operation, and that the appropriate policies and procedures are implemented and adhered to, ensuring that all such activities comply with the relevant contractual, statutory accounting and audit requirements. Key Responsibilities To support the Financial Reporting Manager to develop, maintain and improve financial accounting procedures throughout Chiltern and ensure local and statutory accounts are complete, accurate and conform to relevant accounting standards. Assist with Department for Transport (DfT) workflows and reporting as required Work closely with the FP&A team to produce financial reports such as the balance sheet and cashflow for Arriva Group using information from source systems and periodic meetings with the Finance Business Partners (FBP) converting to the appropriate format Completion of monthly Group balance sheet and cashflow reports providing clear and accurate variance analysis and justifications Preparation of statutory accounts in line with UK GAAP, tax packs and liaising with Group on various aspects of the accounts Production of periodic balance sheet reconciliations ensuring adequate supporting evidence and documentation is in place Review all balance sheet reconciliations prior to further review by the Finance Director and Head of Finance. Provide feedback to the reciliation preparers on any issues and improvements that could be implemented Review and utilise the capital and project expenditure cashflow forecasts/ budgets prepared by the Finance Business Partner Manage the preparation and submission of Group tax reporting, ensuring all evidence requirements are met Act as a liaison with Group Tax on matters of corporation tax and maintain accurate tax account records Work in conjunction with the projects and assets FBP to perform an asset verification exercise at least annually for assets held on the fixed asset register to confirm their status - in existence, still in use, assessment for impairment as applicable Ensure appropriate internal controls and governance are in place on project accounting and capex, liaising with the project accountant as required. Group reporting on this area (ICS & CSA) is completed on time and the finance manual is aligned/updated to current practices Preparation of periodic IFRS journals in line with current practices and ensure accounts are maintained and reconciled to the Group reporting system Completion of periodic intercompany true ups and reconciliations each calendar month ensuring to liaise with relevant counter parties as required Preparation and completion of periodic pension journals and associated financial reporting Timely preparation and submission of audit deliverables and liaising with parties as necessary Personal Specification To assist in the implementation of new systems, reports and procedures as required Ensure the Finance Manual remains up to date and aligned with current practices Proactively identify and implement process improvements across financial reporting and control activities. Support the business in its evolution by integrating new reporting requirements and processes Essential Criteria Qualified ACA, ACCA or similar Minimum of 3 years experience working in a financial/accounting position Should possess good excel skills (lookups, sumifs, pivot tables, ifs) Good communication and system skills Desirable Criteria Experience within a comparable industry Experience of public sector Business Central accounting software knowledge Please apply on company website
Package: (phone number removed) (Nego) + Bonus + Benefits Location: London, UK Job Type: Associate Director, UK / US Personal Tax Position Type: Permanent Hours: Full-time Contact Name: Andy Shaw Contact Company: JAM Global Mobility Recruitment The Background This leading boutique consultancy is actively seeking and experienced UK / US tax dual handler to strengthen their leadership team in London. Applicants with previous experience dealing with High-Net-Worth Individuals who have dual reporting needs in both the UK and US would be ideal. Applicants will also possess strong leadership skills and an appetite to grow the firms current service offering. The Role The UK / US Tax Associate Director will be responsible for but not limited to the following: Leading strategic initiatives and proposals. Caring for your own national and international client portfolio including high net worth individuals, partnerships, and trusts. Maintaining strong industry knowledge including keeping up to date with any relevant changes to the law and the latest trends. Carrying out client satisfaction surveys to ensure high standards are maintained. Assisting with the service delivery of technology tools. Identify up-selling and cross-selling opportunities. Leads develops and nurtures colleagues to support their future growth. The Person: The successful candidate will have previous experience of dealing with both UK & US personal tax and the associated issues. Applicants will be educated to degree level (or equivalent); any additional tax qualifications would be desirable but are not essential. To Apply: Please forward your CV or call Andy Shaw on (phone number removed) or via FaceTime, Skype, WhatsApp or Messenger. In compliance with the new regulations (April 2004) in place under the Employment Agencies Act, JAM Global Mobility will require proof of identification. JAM Recruitment is acting as an employment agency with regards to this position. View our latest jobs today on our website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Package: (phone number removed) (Nego) + Bonus + Benefits Location: London, UK Job Type: Associate Director, UK / US Personal Tax Position Type: Permanent Hours: Full-time Contact Name: Andy Shaw Contact Company: JAM Global Mobility Recruitment The Background This leading boutique consultancy is actively seeking and experienced UK / US tax dual handler to strengthen their leadership team in London. Applicants with previous experience dealing with High-Net-Worth Individuals who have dual reporting needs in both the UK and US would be ideal. Applicants will also possess strong leadership skills and an appetite to grow the firms current service offering. The Role The UK / US Tax Associate Director will be responsible for but not limited to the following: Leading strategic initiatives and proposals. Caring for your own national and international client portfolio including high net worth individuals, partnerships, and trusts. Maintaining strong industry knowledge including keeping up to date with any relevant changes to the law and the latest trends. Carrying out client satisfaction surveys to ensure high standards are maintained. Assisting with the service delivery of technology tools. Identify up-selling and cross-selling opportunities. Leads develops and nurtures colleagues to support their future growth. The Person: The successful candidate will have previous experience of dealing with both UK & US personal tax and the associated issues. Applicants will be educated to degree level (or equivalent); any additional tax qualifications would be desirable but are not essential. To Apply: Please forward your CV or call Andy Shaw on (phone number removed) or via FaceTime, Skype, WhatsApp or Messenger. In compliance with the new regulations (April 2004) in place under the Employment Agencies Act, JAM Global Mobility will require proof of identification. JAM Recruitment is acting as an employment agency with regards to this position. View our latest jobs today on our website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn
About The Role The Direct Tax Manager plays a critical role in safeguarding the companys financial health. By balancing compliance with strategic planning, they help avoid penalties, reduce unnecessary tax burdens, and support sustainable growth. This role also needs to ensure consistency across multiple jurisdictions. This is a brand new role, reporting into our new Group Tax Director, with the objective to bring direct tax returns in-house, reducing external spend, but also bringing direct tax expertise and strategy into the central tax team. This role oversees and optimizes the Groups direct tax obligations, ensuring compliance with tax laws while strategically managing tax efficiency.The different areas of the role include: Compliance Management:Ensuring the Group meets all direct tax obligations (corporate income tax, capital gains tax, withholding tax, etc.) by preparing and reviewing accurate tax returns. Strategic Tax Planning:Working with the Group Tax Director to develop and implement tax strategies to minimize liabilities and optimize the Groups tax position. Advisory Function:Providing guidance to senior stakeholders on tax implications of business decisions, mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring. Audit & Risk Oversight:Managing direct tax audits, assists re liaison with tax authorities, and mitigates risks related to direct tax exposure. Collaboration:Working closely with finance teams and external consultants to align tax practices with broader business goals. Reporting & Policy Development:Supporting the Group Tax Director in shaping tax policies and ensuring accurate reporting across the organisation, including SAO (Senior Accounting Officer) and CCO (Corporate Criminal Offence) controls and tax risk reviews. Transfer Pricing:Developing, implementing, and maintaining transfer pricing policies consistent with OECD guidelines and local regulations Tax Technology, Automation & Transformation:Playing a pivotal role in modernising the Groups tax operations. This includes leading tax process automation, improving data flows, and implementing technology and AI-enabled solutions to enhance accuracy, efficiency and control. In this role your key responsibilities will be to: Ensure compliance with evolving global tax frameworks (e.g. BEPS (Base Erosion Profits Shifting), DAC6, OECD, etc). Prepare and review corporate tax filings, across multiple countries, and directing external advisors where returns are prepared on our behalf. Ensures compliance of and timely filing of all direct tax returns. Prepare year end tax disclosures for all statutory accounts, including associate tax accounting entries. Lead RDEC (Research and Development Expenditure Credit reclaim) process and preparation and posting of RDEC Journals. Manage any cash tax payments. Produce cash tax forecasts for the Group. Lead responses to tax authority inquiries and audits. Advise on tax-efficient structures for investments and transactions. Oversee the design, implementation, and compliance of global transfer pricing policies. Develop, implement, and maintain transfer pricing policies consistent with OECD guidelines and local regulations. Prepare and review transfer pricing documentation, including Master File, Local File, and Country-by-Country Reporting. Identify and mitigate transfer pricing risks through proactive monitoring of global tax developments. Provide guidance on intercompany agreements, cross-border transactions, and restructuring projects. Monitor legislative changes and assess their impact on the business. Train the wider finance team in order to build internal expertise. Skills & Experience Extensive Corporate Tax experience, either in an Accountancy Practice or in-house within a multinational. Experience advising on mergers, acquisitions, restructuring, and cross-border tax issues Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA), Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) or similar Degree in accounting, finance, economics, or similar Continuous Professional Development Ongoing training in tax legislation, compliance, and international frameworks (e.g., OECD BEPS). Hands-on experience with corporate income tax and withholding tax. Proven track record in preparing and reviewing tax returns, managing audits, andliaising with HMRC or other tax authorities. Ability to interpret complex tax legislation and apply it accurately. Precision in preparing and reviewing tax returns, ensuring compliance and minimizing risk. Ability to communicate complex tax issues in a way that non-specialists can understand. Aligns tax strategies with broader business objectives. Anticipates the impact of legislative changes on company operations. Benefits & culture At Zellis we create market-leading HR & Payroll products and services, to power exceptional employee experiences so that you and your people do better. Our multi-award-winning products pay over five million employees a year, with almost half (42%) of the FTSE 100, 50% of the top retailers and 30% of the top universities in the UK & Ireland as customers, making us the largest provider of Payroll and HR software and managed services. Our vision is to be the clear leader in pay, reward, analytics, and people experiences.We're passionate about creating an environment where people want to join, belong to, and be part of a progressive organisation.Our values, which were defined with input from all of our 2,000 colleagues, we live and breathe every day: Unstoppable together. Always learning. Make it count. Think scale. Our people are critical to our ongoing success; were proud of our inclusive culture that gives you the platform to grow, challenge the status quo and play a crucial role in further enhancing our market position as the leading provider of HR & Payroll software and services.With Zellis youll have the chance to stretch and challenge yourself in an environment thats varied, flexible and hugely supportive. We also love to reward and recognise our brilliant colleagues. As part of your benefits package, youll receive: A competitive base salary. 25 days annual leave, plus your birthday off and the opportunity to buy additional holiday. Private medical insurance. Life assurance 4x salary. Enhanced pension scheme with company contributions up to 8.5%. A huge range of additional flexible benefits across financial & personal wellbeing, lifestyle & leisure. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
About The Role The Direct Tax Manager plays a critical role in safeguarding the companys financial health. By balancing compliance with strategic planning, they help avoid penalties, reduce unnecessary tax burdens, and support sustainable growth. This role also needs to ensure consistency across multiple jurisdictions. This is a brand new role, reporting into our new Group Tax Director, with the objective to bring direct tax returns in-house, reducing external spend, but also bringing direct tax expertise and strategy into the central tax team. This role oversees and optimizes the Groups direct tax obligations, ensuring compliance with tax laws while strategically managing tax efficiency.The different areas of the role include: Compliance Management:Ensuring the Group meets all direct tax obligations (corporate income tax, capital gains tax, withholding tax, etc.) by preparing and reviewing accurate tax returns. Strategic Tax Planning:Working with the Group Tax Director to develop and implement tax strategies to minimize liabilities and optimize the Groups tax position. Advisory Function:Providing guidance to senior stakeholders on tax implications of business decisions, mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring. Audit & Risk Oversight:Managing direct tax audits, assists re liaison with tax authorities, and mitigates risks related to direct tax exposure. Collaboration:Working closely with finance teams and external consultants to align tax practices with broader business goals. Reporting & Policy Development:Supporting the Group Tax Director in shaping tax policies and ensuring accurate reporting across the organisation, including SAO (Senior Accounting Officer) and CCO (Corporate Criminal Offence) controls and tax risk reviews. Transfer Pricing:Developing, implementing, and maintaining transfer pricing policies consistent with OECD guidelines and local regulations Tax Technology, Automation & Transformation:Playing a pivotal role in modernising the Groups tax operations. This includes leading tax process automation, improving data flows, and implementing technology and AI-enabled solutions to enhance accuracy, efficiency and control. In this role your key responsibilities will be to: Ensure compliance with evolving global tax frameworks (e.g. BEPS (Base Erosion Profits Shifting), DAC6, OECD, etc). Prepare and review corporate tax filings, across multiple countries, and directing external advisors where returns are prepared on our behalf. Ensures compliance of and timely filing of all direct tax returns. Prepare year end tax disclosures for all statutory accounts, including associate tax accounting entries. Lead RDEC (Research and Development Expenditure Credit reclaim) process and preparation and posting of RDEC Journals. Manage any cash tax payments. Produce cash tax forecasts for the Group. Lead responses to tax authority inquiries and audits. Advise on tax-efficient structures for investments and transactions. Oversee the design, implementation, and compliance of global transfer pricing policies. Develop, implement, and maintain transfer pricing policies consistent with OECD guidelines and local regulations. Prepare and review transfer pricing documentation, including Master File, Local File, and Country-by-Country Reporting. Identify and mitigate transfer pricing risks through proactive monitoring of global tax developments. Provide guidance on intercompany agreements, cross-border transactions, and restructuring projects. Monitor legislative changes and assess their impact on the business. Train the wider finance team in order to build internal expertise. Skills & Experience Extensive Corporate Tax experience, either in an Accountancy Practice or in-house within a multinational. Experience advising on mergers, acquisitions, restructuring, and cross-border tax issues Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA), Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) or similar Degree in accounting, finance, economics, or similar Continuous Professional Development Ongoing training in tax legislation, compliance, and international frameworks (e.g., OECD BEPS). Hands-on experience with corporate income tax and withholding tax. Proven track record in preparing and reviewing tax returns, managing audits, andliaising with HMRC or other tax authorities. Ability to interpret complex tax legislation and apply it accurately. Precision in preparing and reviewing tax returns, ensuring compliance and minimizing risk. Ability to communicate complex tax issues in a way that non-specialists can understand. Aligns tax strategies with broader business objectives. Anticipates the impact of legislative changes on company operations. Benefits & culture At Zellis we create market-leading HR & Payroll products and services, to power exceptional employee experiences so that you and your people do better. Our multi-award-winning products pay over five million employees a year, with almost half (42%) of the FTSE 100, 50% of the top retailers and 30% of the top universities in the UK & Ireland as customers, making us the largest provider of Payroll and HR software and managed services. Our vision is to be the clear leader in pay, reward, analytics, and people experiences.We're passionate about creating an environment where people want to join, belong to, and be part of a progressive organisation.Our values, which were defined with input from all of our 2,000 colleagues, we live and breathe every day: Unstoppable together. Always learning. Make it count. Think scale. Our people are critical to our ongoing success; were proud of our inclusive culture that gives you the platform to grow, challenge the status quo and play a crucial role in further enhancing our market position as the leading provider of HR & Payroll software and services.With Zellis youll have the chance to stretch and challenge yourself in an environment thats varied, flexible and hugely supportive. We also love to reward and recognise our brilliant colleagues. As part of your benefits package, youll receive: A competitive base salary. 25 days annual leave, plus your birthday off and the opportunity to buy additional holiday. Private medical insurance. Life assurance 4x salary. Enhanced pension scheme with company contributions up to 8.5%. A huge range of additional flexible benefits across financial & personal wellbeing, lifestyle & leisure. JBRP1_UKTJ
Package: £100,000.00 (Nego) + Bonus + Benefits Location: London, UK Job Type: Associate Director, UK / US Personal Tax Position Type: Permanent Hours: Full-time Contact Name: Andy Shaw Contact Company: JAM Global Mobility Recruitment The Background This leading boutique consultancy is actively seeking and experienced UK / US tax dual handler to strengthen their leadership team in London. Applicants with previous experience dealing with High-Net-Worth Individuals who have dual reporting needs in both the UK and US would be ideal. Applicants will also possess strong leadership skills and an appetite to grow the firms current service offering. The Role The UK / US Tax Associate Director will be responsible for but not limited to the following: Leading strategic initiatives and proposals. Caring for your own national and international client portfolio including high net worth individuals, partnerships, and trusts. Maintaining strong industry knowledge including keeping up to date with any relevant changes to the law and the latest trends. Carrying out client satisfaction surveys to ensure high standards are maintained. Assisting with the service delivery of technology tools. Identify up-selling and cross-selling opportunities. Leads develops and nurtures colleagues to support their future growth. The Person: The successful candidate will have previous experience of dealing with both UK & US personal tax and the associated issues. Applicants will be educated to degree level (or equivalent); any additional tax qualifications would be desirable but are not essential. To Apply: Please forward your CV or call Andy Shaw on (0) or via FaceTime, Skype, WhatsApp or Messenger. In compliance with the new regulations (April 2004) in place under the Employment Agencies Act, JAM Global Mobility will require proof of identification. JAM Recruitment is acting as an employment agency with regards to this position. View our latest jobs today on our website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 04, 2025
Full time
Package: £100,000.00 (Nego) + Bonus + Benefits Location: London, UK Job Type: Associate Director, UK / US Personal Tax Position Type: Permanent Hours: Full-time Contact Name: Andy Shaw Contact Company: JAM Global Mobility Recruitment The Background This leading boutique consultancy is actively seeking and experienced UK / US tax dual handler to strengthen their leadership team in London. Applicants with previous experience dealing with High-Net-Worth Individuals who have dual reporting needs in both the UK and US would be ideal. Applicants will also possess strong leadership skills and an appetite to grow the firms current service offering. The Role The UK / US Tax Associate Director will be responsible for but not limited to the following: Leading strategic initiatives and proposals. Caring for your own national and international client portfolio including high net worth individuals, partnerships, and trusts. Maintaining strong industry knowledge including keeping up to date with any relevant changes to the law and the latest trends. Carrying out client satisfaction surveys to ensure high standards are maintained. Assisting with the service delivery of technology tools. Identify up-selling and cross-selling opportunities. Leads develops and nurtures colleagues to support their future growth. The Person: The successful candidate will have previous experience of dealing with both UK & US personal tax and the associated issues. Applicants will be educated to degree level (or equivalent); any additional tax qualifications would be desirable but are not essential. To Apply: Please forward your CV or call Andy Shaw on (0) or via FaceTime, Skype, WhatsApp or Messenger. In compliance with the new regulations (April 2004) in place under the Employment Agencies Act, JAM Global Mobility will require proof of identification. JAM Recruitment is acting as an employment agency with regards to this position. View our latest jobs today on our website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn JBRP1_UKTJ
Financial Controller (£negotiable) - this growing £4m boutique Political Consultancy in London advises senior management and organisations across the international Political, Government, Defence and NFP sectors. Projects are of multi-million-pound value and can be conducted long term over several years. Flexible / Hybrid role with office in central London As a result of recent growth, the business is seeking to appoint a full time, hands-on Financial Controller, to work closely with the Founder/CEO. This Financial Controller role will include: Hands-on responsibility for the finance function, accounting for various entities Manage complex intercompany issues across group and associated companies Provide management information, management accounts and project analysis Consistent review of project performance and company performance Manage forecasting and budgeting, reporting and analysis. Manage cash flow, funding requirements and drawdowns from a variety of sources Where appropriate, ensure compliance with charity SORP requirements Liaise with advisors regarding statutory, tax, risk and regulatory requirements. Contribute to and shape effective financial governance Support relationships with key external stakeholders and funders Oversee ad hoc issues such as insurance and IT Support the CEO with decision making within a complex operating model Advise Directors on loan accounts, personal tax issues and future tax planning This Financial Controller role will require a high-calibre experienced hands-on qualified accountant with a strong work ethic and the capability to work closely with a team of high-achieving consultants and Board. The role will require a creative, innovative, outcome-oriented approach, together with a strong and robust personality. Discretion and integrity are key in a consultancy dealing with highly sensitive international projects. A hands-on approach suited to an SME is also key as you will be the Financial Controller, Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant and Bookkeeper all rolled into one! (until you need to recruit or outsource)
Nov 29, 2025
Full time
Financial Controller (£negotiable) - this growing £4m boutique Political Consultancy in London advises senior management and organisations across the international Political, Government, Defence and NFP sectors. Projects are of multi-million-pound value and can be conducted long term over several years. Flexible / Hybrid role with office in central London As a result of recent growth, the business is seeking to appoint a full time, hands-on Financial Controller, to work closely with the Founder/CEO. This Financial Controller role will include: Hands-on responsibility for the finance function, accounting for various entities Manage complex intercompany issues across group and associated companies Provide management information, management accounts and project analysis Consistent review of project performance and company performance Manage forecasting and budgeting, reporting and analysis. Manage cash flow, funding requirements and drawdowns from a variety of sources Where appropriate, ensure compliance with charity SORP requirements Liaise with advisors regarding statutory, tax, risk and regulatory requirements. Contribute to and shape effective financial governance Support relationships with key external stakeholders and funders Oversee ad hoc issues such as insurance and IT Support the CEO with decision making within a complex operating model Advise Directors on loan accounts, personal tax issues and future tax planning This Financial Controller role will require a high-calibre experienced hands-on qualified accountant with a strong work ethic and the capability to work closely with a team of high-achieving consultants and Board. The role will require a creative, innovative, outcome-oriented approach, together with a strong and robust personality. Discretion and integrity are key in a consultancy dealing with highly sensitive international projects. A hands-on approach suited to an SME is also key as you will be the Financial Controller, Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant and Bookkeeper all rolled into one! (until you need to recruit or outsource)
Altum Consulting is partnering with the Henry Smith Foundation, one of the UK's largest charitable foundations, to appoint an Investment Operations Lead on an interim basis. This is an 18-month, part-time contract role (3-4 days per week) , based in central London with hybrid working (typically one day per week in the office). It offers a rare opportunity to contribute to the effective management of a £1.4bn endowment , supporting the charity's mission to tackle poverty and inequality across the UK. Reporting into the Director of Finance, Investments & Resources, the Investment Operations Lead will play a central role in ensuring the smooth running of the endowment. You'll oversee and implement investment administration, manage key relationships with external advisors, and support the charity's investment committees. With social investment on the horizon, this role also offers scope to contribute to shaping a growing area of work. As the Investment Operations Lead, your role will involve: Managing the administration of investment transactions and related documentation (e.g. tax forms, compliance). Acting as a key point of contact for Cambridge Associates and other advisors, ensuring effective communication and proactive relationship management. Supporting the preparation and running of investment committee meetings, including papers, logistics, and follow-ups. Taking initiative in improving how investment operations are managed, making relationships and processes more effective. Building knowledge of social investment and contributing to its development within the charity. The ideal candidate will: Bring experience of investment operations, portfolio administration, or a related financial role. Be confident and numerate, with the ability to understand investment processes (formal qualifications not essential). Balance hands-on administration with the ability to contribute at a strategic level. Be proactive, adaptable, and collaborative, with excellent interpersonal skills. Be motivated by social impact and comfortable working in a values-led, high-trust environment. This is a flexible, senior-level role suited to someone who enjoys both detail and strategy, and who can work closely with senior stakeholders while managing core operations. Salary: c. £60,000 FTE (pro-rated) depending on experience and working pattern. To apply for this unique opportunity, please submit your CV today. If shortlisted you will be asked to complete a cover letter that demonstrated your interest in the role and Henry Smith Foundation, as well as your relevant experience.
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Altum Consulting is partnering with the Henry Smith Foundation, one of the UK's largest charitable foundations, to appoint an Investment Operations Lead on an interim basis. This is an 18-month, part-time contract role (3-4 days per week) , based in central London with hybrid working (typically one day per week in the office). It offers a rare opportunity to contribute to the effective management of a £1.4bn endowment , supporting the charity's mission to tackle poverty and inequality across the UK. Reporting into the Director of Finance, Investments & Resources, the Investment Operations Lead will play a central role in ensuring the smooth running of the endowment. You'll oversee and implement investment administration, manage key relationships with external advisors, and support the charity's investment committees. With social investment on the horizon, this role also offers scope to contribute to shaping a growing area of work. As the Investment Operations Lead, your role will involve: Managing the administration of investment transactions and related documentation (e.g. tax forms, compliance). Acting as a key point of contact for Cambridge Associates and other advisors, ensuring effective communication and proactive relationship management. Supporting the preparation and running of investment committee meetings, including papers, logistics, and follow-ups. Taking initiative in improving how investment operations are managed, making relationships and processes more effective. Building knowledge of social investment and contributing to its development within the charity. The ideal candidate will: Bring experience of investment operations, portfolio administration, or a related financial role. Be confident and numerate, with the ability to understand investment processes (formal qualifications not essential). Balance hands-on administration with the ability to contribute at a strategic level. Be proactive, adaptable, and collaborative, with excellent interpersonal skills. Be motivated by social impact and comfortable working in a values-led, high-trust environment. This is a flexible, senior-level role suited to someone who enjoys both detail and strategy, and who can work closely with senior stakeholders while managing core operations. Salary: c. £60,000 FTE (pro-rated) depending on experience and working pattern. To apply for this unique opportunity, please submit your CV today. If shortlisted you will be asked to complete a cover letter that demonstrated your interest in the role and Henry Smith Foundation, as well as your relevant experience.
Vitae Financial Recruitment
Watford, Hertfordshire
Head of Tax 100,000 - 120,000 + bonus and great benefits. Watford (office based 4 days pw) Our Client, a highly reputable commercial enterprise with a market leading reputation, has opened up a truly exciting opportunity for a commercially focused Tax Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of our client's employment tax position within the UK and overseas. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this role will include corporation tax returns, as well as number of larger ongoing and new tax projects. To thrive in this role, you will be able to demonstrate a track record of resilience, organised multi-tasking and a tenacious and driven personality. Key responsibilities: Oversight for all direct and indirect taxes - (Corporation tax, VAT, Employment taxes, Customs and Transfer Pricing Responsible for VAT compliance and liaising with the commercial and sales ledger teams to review VAT assessments on contracts. Ensuring VAT accounting across the Group post Brexit (postponed VAT) and post Domestic Reverse Charge (DRC) is correct. Review of monthly/quarterly VAT returns submitted to HMRC for all companies and managing any HMRC correspondence. Working closely with the Payroll department to ensure that all obligations are met Previous knowledge and experience of employment status/IR35/Off-payroll working tax implications and processes and mitigating the associated risks. Working with CT advisors, setting corporation tax and deferred tax provisions and ensuring all corporate tax audit and compliance requirements are met. Lead the Group's transfer pricing strategy, ensuring the required UK and overseas documentation and files are in place Working with advisors, oversight of R&D tax credit process across the Group. Understanding of the criteria for eligibility, categories of expenditure and the types of benefits available. Participating in month end reporting and reconciling tax balances in the general ledger. Setting and communicating tax strategy and compliance across the Group, through the documentation of policies/processes/how to guides and delivery of internal training. Building and maintaining working relationships with the Group's external auditors and advisors and HMRC. The chosen candidate will be ACA/ATT/CTA qualified and have a proven track record in actively engaging and advising stakeholders. Aside from submitting a polished CV they will be able to provide a real insight into where their efforts have made a difference in their career to date and be able to demonstrate how their skill-set can leave its mark on the client's business moving forward. In return, our client will provide a highly competitive remuneration package and the chance to play an integral role within a market leading organisation. There will be endless opportunities for new learning as well as appraisal and reward for those that show, drive, enthusiasm, and ultimately achieve results. In addition, they will enjoy a working environment that is second to none in terms of achieving a well balanced professional/social dynamic. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Head of Tax 100,000 - 120,000 + bonus and great benefits. Watford (office based 4 days pw) Our Client, a highly reputable commercial enterprise with a market leading reputation, has opened up a truly exciting opportunity for a commercially focused Tax Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of our client's employment tax position within the UK and overseas. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this role will include corporation tax returns, as well as number of larger ongoing and new tax projects. To thrive in this role, you will be able to demonstrate a track record of resilience, organised multi-tasking and a tenacious and driven personality. Key responsibilities: Oversight for all direct and indirect taxes - (Corporation tax, VAT, Employment taxes, Customs and Transfer Pricing Responsible for VAT compliance and liaising with the commercial and sales ledger teams to review VAT assessments on contracts. Ensuring VAT accounting across the Group post Brexit (postponed VAT) and post Domestic Reverse Charge (DRC) is correct. Review of monthly/quarterly VAT returns submitted to HMRC for all companies and managing any HMRC correspondence. Working closely with the Payroll department to ensure that all obligations are met Previous knowledge and experience of employment status/IR35/Off-payroll working tax implications and processes and mitigating the associated risks. Working with CT advisors, setting corporation tax and deferred tax provisions and ensuring all corporate tax audit and compliance requirements are met. Lead the Group's transfer pricing strategy, ensuring the required UK and overseas documentation and files are in place Working with advisors, oversight of R&D tax credit process across the Group. Understanding of the criteria for eligibility, categories of expenditure and the types of benefits available. Participating in month end reporting and reconciling tax balances in the general ledger. Setting and communicating tax strategy and compliance across the Group, through the documentation of policies/processes/how to guides and delivery of internal training. Building and maintaining working relationships with the Group's external auditors and advisors and HMRC. The chosen candidate will be ACA/ATT/CTA qualified and have a proven track record in actively engaging and advising stakeholders. Aside from submitting a polished CV they will be able to provide a real insight into where their efforts have made a difference in their career to date and be able to demonstrate how their skill-set can leave its mark on the client's business moving forward. In return, our client will provide a highly competitive remuneration package and the chance to play an integral role within a market leading organisation. There will be endless opportunities for new learning as well as appraisal and reward for those that show, drive, enthusiasm, and ultimately achieve results. In addition, they will enjoy a working environment that is second to none in terms of achieving a well balanced professional/social dynamic. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
Financial Controller for well-established products supply business The Role: You will be responsible for managing the finances of the company with the support of an Accounts Payable Executive and Credit Controller. You are to take responsibility for all aspects incorporating multi-currency accounts receivables and payables, credit control, national and EU VAT reporting, cash flow management and preparation of monthly and year-end accounts and budgets. You will be expected to proactively work with the Finance Director and Managing Director structuring order management data and processes to ensure that the finance department runs efficiently and effectively. The role involves liaising closely with internal staff, suppliers, and customers (UK, Europe and Rest of the World but all in English) to manage the financials of the company as part of a busy professional team. Key Responsibilities: Production of monthly and annual accounts, including margin analysis of projects. Manage the process of credit control, sales and purchase ledger. Hands on for complex aspects of accounts receivables and payables. Debtor updates and any other analysis as required to highlight financial performance measures. Preparation of intrastat and VAT returns, and associated payments and refunds, for UK and Netherlands, which is our primary EU tax reporting jurisdiction although we are also registered and report in Germany and Ireland. Management of cash flow, oversight of cash financing and forecasting. Calculation of multi currencies transactions predominately focused within EUR and USD receipts and payments. Payment of duties and import taxes and any associated reporting. Liaising with designated providers for the preparation of pension scheme, childcare vouchers, healthcare scheme. Preparation of annual budgets. Preparation of annual corporation tax return and associated payment. Overall management of finance processes and procedures and efficient and effective team management. Requirements: ACCA or CIMA qualified with commercially based experience is important, however, will consider other qualifications (or part qualification) for strong candidates with extensive and relevant experience. Must have finance experience working in an international SME organisation. Must have good multi-national experience and, ideally, experience with Netherlands or EU VAT reporting although this is not essential. Must have excellent IT literacy with Excel. Must have experience with a robust ERP system such as SAP Business One (which is what they use). A hands-on approach with strong management and leadership skills are critical. Ability to suggest and implement improvements to the current finance processes. Ability to handle multiple, and often conflicting, time priorities combined with an organised approach. Trustworthy with a friendly and proactive manner. Strong written and spoken English in addition to excellent numeracy skills are critical. An interest or experience in promotional marketing or promotional materials / branded merchandise / point-of-sale would be appreciated.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Financial Controller for well-established products supply business The Role: You will be responsible for managing the finances of the company with the support of an Accounts Payable Executive and Credit Controller. You are to take responsibility for all aspects incorporating multi-currency accounts receivables and payables, credit control, national and EU VAT reporting, cash flow management and preparation of monthly and year-end accounts and budgets. You will be expected to proactively work with the Finance Director and Managing Director structuring order management data and processes to ensure that the finance department runs efficiently and effectively. The role involves liaising closely with internal staff, suppliers, and customers (UK, Europe and Rest of the World but all in English) to manage the financials of the company as part of a busy professional team. Key Responsibilities: Production of monthly and annual accounts, including margin analysis of projects. Manage the process of credit control, sales and purchase ledger. Hands on for complex aspects of accounts receivables and payables. Debtor updates and any other analysis as required to highlight financial performance measures. Preparation of intrastat and VAT returns, and associated payments and refunds, for UK and Netherlands, which is our primary EU tax reporting jurisdiction although we are also registered and report in Germany and Ireland. Management of cash flow, oversight of cash financing and forecasting. Calculation of multi currencies transactions predominately focused within EUR and USD receipts and payments. Payment of duties and import taxes and any associated reporting. Liaising with designated providers for the preparation of pension scheme, childcare vouchers, healthcare scheme. Preparation of annual budgets. Preparation of annual corporation tax return and associated payment. Overall management of finance processes and procedures and efficient and effective team management. Requirements: ACCA or CIMA qualified with commercially based experience is important, however, will consider other qualifications (or part qualification) for strong candidates with extensive and relevant experience. Must have finance experience working in an international SME organisation. Must have good multi-national experience and, ideally, experience with Netherlands or EU VAT reporting although this is not essential. Must have excellent IT literacy with Excel. Must have experience with a robust ERP system such as SAP Business One (which is what they use). A hands-on approach with strong management and leadership skills are critical. Ability to suggest and implement improvements to the current finance processes. Ability to handle multiple, and often conflicting, time priorities combined with an organised approach. Trustworthy with a friendly and proactive manner. Strong written and spoken English in addition to excellent numeracy skills are critical. An interest or experience in promotional marketing or promotional materials / branded merchandise / point-of-sale would be appreciated.
Job title: EMEA (Europe) Payroll Consultant Job Description: Gathering, deriving and processing inputs to the payroll vendor to support the gross to net calculation. Processing of the payroll data in accordance with the prescribed timetables Verification of payroll output and review with Payroll Associate Director Prepare and deliver payroll reports within the specified timeframes Performs detailed verification, review and preparation of payroll updates as required from vendor interface files, self-service or manual updates. Defined processing timeline schedules must be achieved to ensure the timely and accurate recording of all employee transactions. Works closely with the payroll provider(s) and local HR to ensure local compliance practices are being followed and all employment tax, government and local filings are being submitted in a timely manner. This includes all year end activities and BIK reporting
Oct 02, 2025
Contractor
Job title: EMEA (Europe) Payroll Consultant Job Description: Gathering, deriving and processing inputs to the payroll vendor to support the gross to net calculation. Processing of the payroll data in accordance with the prescribed timetables Verification of payroll output and review with Payroll Associate Director Prepare and deliver payroll reports within the specified timeframes Performs detailed verification, review and preparation of payroll updates as required from vendor interface files, self-service or manual updates. Defined processing timeline schedules must be achieved to ensure the timely and accurate recording of all employee transactions. Works closely with the payroll provider(s) and local HR to ensure local compliance practices are being followed and all employment tax, government and local filings are being submitted in a timely manner. This includes all year end activities and BIK reporting
Package: (phone number removed) (Nego) + Bonus + Benefits Location: London, UK Job Type: Associate Director, UK / US Personal Tax Position Type: Permanent Hours: Full-time Contact Name: Andy Shaw Contact Company: JAM Global Mobility Recruitment The Background This leading boutique consultancy is actively seeking and experienced UK / US tax dual handler to strengthen their leadership team in London. Applicants with previous experience dealing with High-Net-Worth Individuals who have dual reporting needs in both the UK and US would be ideal. Applicants will also possess strong leadership skills and an appetite to grow the firms current service offering. The Role The UK / US Tax Associate Director will be responsible for but not limited to the following: Leading strategic initiatives and proposals. Caring for your own national and international client portfolio including high net worth individuals, partnerships, and trusts. Maintaining strong industry knowledge including keeping up to date with any relevant changes to the law and the latest trends. Carrying out client satisfaction surveys to ensure high standards are maintained. Assisting with the service delivery of technology tools. Identify up-selling and cross-selling opportunities. Leads develops and nurtures colleagues to support their future growth. The Person: The successful candidate will have previous experience of dealing with both UK & US personal tax and the associated issues. Applicants will be educated to degree level (or equivalent); any additional tax qualifications would be desirable but are not essential. To Apply: Please forward your CV or call Andy Shaw on (phone number removed) or via FaceTime, Skype, WhatsApp or Messenger. In compliance with the new regulations (April 2004) in place under the Employment Agencies Act, JAM Global Mobility will require proof of identification. JAM Recruitment is acting as an employment agency with regards to this position. View our latest jobs today on our website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Package: (phone number removed) (Nego) + Bonus + Benefits Location: London, UK Job Type: Associate Director, UK / US Personal Tax Position Type: Permanent Hours: Full-time Contact Name: Andy Shaw Contact Company: JAM Global Mobility Recruitment The Background This leading boutique consultancy is actively seeking and experienced UK / US tax dual handler to strengthen their leadership team in London. Applicants with previous experience dealing with High-Net-Worth Individuals who have dual reporting needs in both the UK and US would be ideal. Applicants will also possess strong leadership skills and an appetite to grow the firms current service offering. The Role The UK / US Tax Associate Director will be responsible for but not limited to the following: Leading strategic initiatives and proposals. Caring for your own national and international client portfolio including high net worth individuals, partnerships, and trusts. Maintaining strong industry knowledge including keeping up to date with any relevant changes to the law and the latest trends. Carrying out client satisfaction surveys to ensure high standards are maintained. Assisting with the service delivery of technology tools. Identify up-selling and cross-selling opportunities. Leads develops and nurtures colleagues to support their future growth. The Person: The successful candidate will have previous experience of dealing with both UK & US personal tax and the associated issues. Applicants will be educated to degree level (or equivalent); any additional tax qualifications would be desirable but are not essential. To Apply: Please forward your CV or call Andy Shaw on (phone number removed) or via FaceTime, Skype, WhatsApp or Messenger. In compliance with the new regulations (April 2004) in place under the Employment Agencies Act, JAM Global Mobility will require proof of identification. JAM Recruitment is acting as an employment agency with regards to this position. View our latest jobs today on our website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn
Package: (phone number removed) (Nego) + Bonus + Benefits Location: London, UK Job Type: Associate Director, UK / US Personal Tax Position Type: Permanent Hours: Full-time Contact Name: Andy Shaw Contact Company: JAM Global Mobility Recruitment The Background This leading boutique consultancy is actively seeking and experienced UK / US tax dual handler to strengthen their leadership team in London. Applicants with previous experience dealing with High-Net-Worth Individuals who have dual reporting needs in both the UK and US would be ideal. Applicants will also possess strong leadership skills and an appetite to grow the firms current service offering. The Role The UK / US Tax Associate Director will be responsible for but not limited to the following: Leading strategic initiatives and proposals. Caring for your own national and international client portfolio including high net worth individuals, partnerships, and trusts. Maintaining strong industry knowledge including keeping up to date with any relevant changes to the law and the latest trends. Carrying out client satisfaction surveys to ensure high standards are maintained. Assisting with the service delivery of technology tools. Identify up-selling and cross-selling opportunities. Leads develops and nurtures colleagues to support their future growth. The Person: The successful candidate will have previous experience of dealing with both UK & US personal tax and the associated issues. Applicants will be educated to degree level (or equivalent); any additional tax qualifications would be desirable but are not essential. To Apply: Please forward your CV or call Andy Shaw on (phone number removed) or via FaceTime, Skype, WhatsApp or Messenger. In compliance with the new regulations (April 2004) in place under the Employment Agencies Act, JAM Global Mobility will require proof of identification. JAM Recruitment is acting as an employment agency with regards to this position. View our latest jobs today on our website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Package: (phone number removed) (Nego) + Bonus + Benefits Location: London, UK Job Type: Associate Director, UK / US Personal Tax Position Type: Permanent Hours: Full-time Contact Name: Andy Shaw Contact Company: JAM Global Mobility Recruitment The Background This leading boutique consultancy is actively seeking and experienced UK / US tax dual handler to strengthen their leadership team in London. Applicants with previous experience dealing with High-Net-Worth Individuals who have dual reporting needs in both the UK and US would be ideal. Applicants will also possess strong leadership skills and an appetite to grow the firms current service offering. The Role The UK / US Tax Associate Director will be responsible for but not limited to the following: Leading strategic initiatives and proposals. Caring for your own national and international client portfolio including high net worth individuals, partnerships, and trusts. Maintaining strong industry knowledge including keeping up to date with any relevant changes to the law and the latest trends. Carrying out client satisfaction surveys to ensure high standards are maintained. Assisting with the service delivery of technology tools. Identify up-selling and cross-selling opportunities. Leads develops and nurtures colleagues to support their future growth. The Person: The successful candidate will have previous experience of dealing with both UK & US personal tax and the associated issues. Applicants will be educated to degree level (or equivalent); any additional tax qualifications would be desirable but are not essential. To Apply: Please forward your CV or call Andy Shaw on (phone number removed) or via FaceTime, Skype, WhatsApp or Messenger. In compliance with the new regulations (April 2004) in place under the Employment Agencies Act, JAM Global Mobility will require proof of identification. JAM Recruitment is acting as an employment agency with regards to this position. View our latest jobs today on our website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn
Financial Controller for well-established products supply business The Role: You will be responsible for managing the finances of the company with the support of an Accounts Payable Executive and Credit Controller. You are to take responsibility for all aspects incorporating multi-currency accounts receivables and payables, credit control, national and EU VAT reporting, cash flow management and preparation of monthly and year-end accounts and budgets. You will be expected to proactively work with the Finance Director and Managing Director structuring order management data and processes to ensure that the finance department runs efficiently and effectively. The role involves liaising closely with internal staff, suppliers, and customers (UK, Europe and Rest of the World but all in English) to manage the financials of the company as part of a busy professional team. Key Responsibilities: Production of monthly and annual accounts, including margin analysis of projects. Manage the process of credit control, sales and purchase ledger. Hands on for complex aspects of accounts receivables and payables. Debtor updates and any other analysis as required to highlight financial performance measures. Preparation of intrastat and VAT returns, and associated payments and refunds, for UK and Netherlands, which is our primary EU tax reporting jurisdiction although we are also registered and report in Germany and Ireland. Management of cash flow, oversight of cash financing and forecasting. Calculation of multi currencies transactions predominately focused within EUR and USD receipts and payments. Payment of duties and import taxes and any associated reporting. Liaising with designated providers for the preparation of pension scheme, childcare vouchers, healthcare scheme. Preparation of annual budgets. Preparation of annual corporation tax return and associated payment. Overall management of finance processes and procedures and efficient and effective team management. Requirements: ACCA or CIMA qualified with commercially based experience is important, however, will consider other qualifications (or part qualification) for strong candidates with extensive and relevant experience. Must have finance experience working in an international SME organisation. Must have good multi-national experience and, ideally, experience with Netherlands or EU VAT reporting although this is not essential. Must have excellent IT literacy with Excel. Must have experience with a robust ERP system such as SAP Business One (which is what they use). A hands-on approach with strong management and leadership skills are critical. Ability to suggest and implement improvements to the current finance processes. Ability to handle multiple, and often conflicting, time priorities combined with an organised approach. Trustworthy with a friendly and proactive manner. Strong written and spoken English in addition to excellent numeracy skills are critical. An interest or experience in promotional marketing or promotional materials / branded merchandise / point-of-sale would be appreciated.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Financial Controller for well-established products supply business The Role: You will be responsible for managing the finances of the company with the support of an Accounts Payable Executive and Credit Controller. You are to take responsibility for all aspects incorporating multi-currency accounts receivables and payables, credit control, national and EU VAT reporting, cash flow management and preparation of monthly and year-end accounts and budgets. You will be expected to proactively work with the Finance Director and Managing Director structuring order management data and processes to ensure that the finance department runs efficiently and effectively. The role involves liaising closely with internal staff, suppliers, and customers (UK, Europe and Rest of the World but all in English) to manage the financials of the company as part of a busy professional team. Key Responsibilities: Production of monthly and annual accounts, including margin analysis of projects. Manage the process of credit control, sales and purchase ledger. Hands on for complex aspects of accounts receivables and payables. Debtor updates and any other analysis as required to highlight financial performance measures. Preparation of intrastat and VAT returns, and associated payments and refunds, for UK and Netherlands, which is our primary EU tax reporting jurisdiction although we are also registered and report in Germany and Ireland. Management of cash flow, oversight of cash financing and forecasting. Calculation of multi currencies transactions predominately focused within EUR and USD receipts and payments. Payment of duties and import taxes and any associated reporting. Liaising with designated providers for the preparation of pension scheme, childcare vouchers, healthcare scheme. Preparation of annual budgets. Preparation of annual corporation tax return and associated payment. Overall management of finance processes and procedures and efficient and effective team management. Requirements: ACCA or CIMA qualified with commercially based experience is important, however, will consider other qualifications (or part qualification) for strong candidates with extensive and relevant experience. Must have finance experience working in an international SME organisation. Must have good multi-national experience and, ideally, experience with Netherlands or EU VAT reporting although this is not essential. Must have excellent IT literacy with Excel. Must have experience with a robust ERP system such as SAP Business One (which is what they use). A hands-on approach with strong management and leadership skills are critical. Ability to suggest and implement improvements to the current finance processes. Ability to handle multiple, and often conflicting, time priorities combined with an organised approach. Trustworthy with a friendly and proactive manner. Strong written and spoken English in addition to excellent numeracy skills are critical. An interest or experience in promotional marketing or promotional materials / branded merchandise / point-of-sale would be appreciated.
Vitae Financial Recruitment
Watford, Hertfordshire
Head of Tax 100,000 - 120,000 + bonus and great benefits. Watford (office based 4 days pw) Our Client, a highly reputable commercial enterprise with a market leading reputation, has opened up a truly exciting opportunity for a commercially focused Tax Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of our client's employment tax position within the UK and overseas. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this role will include corporation tax returns, as well as number of larger ongoing and new tax projects. To thrive in this role, you will be able to demonstrate a track record of resilience, organised multi-tasking and a tenacious and driven personality. Key responsibilities: Oversight for all direct and indirect taxes - (Corporation tax, VAT, Employment taxes, Customs and Transfer Pricing Responsible for VAT compliance and liaising with the commercial and sales ledger teams to review VAT assessments on contracts. Ensuring VAT accounting across the Group post Brexit (postponed VAT) and post Domestic Reverse Charge (DRC) is correct. Review of monthly/quarterly VAT returns submitted to HMRC for all companies and managing any HMRC correspondence. Working closely with the Payroll department to ensure that all obligations are met Previous knowledge and experience of employment status/IR35/Off-payroll working tax implications and processes and mitigating the associated risks. Working with CT advisors, setting corporation tax and deferred tax provisions and ensuring all corporate tax audit and compliance requirements are met. Lead the Group's transfer pricing strategy, ensuring the required UK and overseas documentation and files are in place Working with advisors, oversight of R&D tax credit process across the Group. Understanding of the criteria for eligibility, categories of expenditure and the types of benefits available. Participating in month end reporting and reconciling tax balances in the general ledger. Setting and communicating tax strategy and compliance across the Group, through the documentation of policies/processes/how to guides and delivery of internal training. Building and maintaining working relationships with the Group's external auditors and advisors and HMRC. The chosen candidate will be ACA/ATT/CTA qualified and have a proven track record in actively engaging and advising stakeholders. Aside from submitting a polished CV they will be able to provide a real insight into where their efforts have made a difference in their career to date and be able to demonstrate how their skill-set can leave its mark on the client's business moving forward. In return, our client will provide a highly competitive remuneration package and the chance to play an integral role within a market leading organisation. There will be endless opportunities for new learning as well as appraisal and reward for those that show, drive, enthusiasm, and ultimately achieve results. In addition, they will enjoy a working environment that is second to none in terms of achieving a well balanced professional/social dynamic. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
Sep 21, 2025
Full time
Head of Tax 100,000 - 120,000 + bonus and great benefits. Watford (office based 4 days pw) Our Client, a highly reputable commercial enterprise with a market leading reputation, has opened up a truly exciting opportunity for a commercially focused Tax Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of our client's employment tax position within the UK and overseas. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this role will include corporation tax returns, as well as number of larger ongoing and new tax projects. To thrive in this role, you will be able to demonstrate a track record of resilience, organised multi-tasking and a tenacious and driven personality. Key responsibilities: Oversight for all direct and indirect taxes - (Corporation tax, VAT, Employment taxes, Customs and Transfer Pricing Responsible for VAT compliance and liaising with the commercial and sales ledger teams to review VAT assessments on contracts. Ensuring VAT accounting across the Group post Brexit (postponed VAT) and post Domestic Reverse Charge (DRC) is correct. Review of monthly/quarterly VAT returns submitted to HMRC for all companies and managing any HMRC correspondence. Working closely with the Payroll department to ensure that all obligations are met Previous knowledge and experience of employment status/IR35/Off-payroll working tax implications and processes and mitigating the associated risks. Working with CT advisors, setting corporation tax and deferred tax provisions and ensuring all corporate tax audit and compliance requirements are met. Lead the Group's transfer pricing strategy, ensuring the required UK and overseas documentation and files are in place Working with advisors, oversight of R&D tax credit process across the Group. Understanding of the criteria for eligibility, categories of expenditure and the types of benefits available. Participating in month end reporting and reconciling tax balances in the general ledger. Setting and communicating tax strategy and compliance across the Group, through the documentation of policies/processes/how to guides and delivery of internal training. Building and maintaining working relationships with the Group's external auditors and advisors and HMRC. The chosen candidate will be ACA/ATT/CTA qualified and have a proven track record in actively engaging and advising stakeholders. Aside from submitting a polished CV they will be able to provide a real insight into where their efforts have made a difference in their career to date and be able to demonstrate how their skill-set can leave its mark on the client's business moving forward. In return, our client will provide a highly competitive remuneration package and the chance to play an integral role within a market leading organisation. There will be endless opportunities for new learning as well as appraisal and reward for those that show, drive, enthusiasm, and ultimately achieve results. In addition, they will enjoy a working environment that is second to none in terms of achieving a well balanced professional/social dynamic. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
