Morgan McKinley (South West)

Duration - 12 months 1. Quality Assurance & Performance Reporting (20%) Establish and drive vendor partner Quality Assurance (QA) processes, focusing on assessing the quality of manager coaching, consultant conversations, and training delivery. Align QA process and execution across all International teams in partnership with vendor managers and Quality Assessors (QAs). Lead Monthly Business Reviews for the UK sales leadership team, delivering actionable data, insights, and recommendations based on performance and priorities. Contribute relevant enablement data to Quarterly Business Reviews for partner sites. Implement and facilitate call evaluation calibration sessions driven by Team Leaders and QAs at partner sites. Evaluate Team Leader coaching sessions and deliver Coach-the-Coach feedback. 2. Performance Improvement & Consultation (20%) Act as a performance consultant by partnering with stakeholders to confirm performance gaps. Design and manage learning interventions aligned with Performance Based Training methodology and evolving business needs. Train and coach vendor partners on the expected delivery of training content. Conduct regular facilitation observations, providing constructive, targeted feedback to vendor partners. Document and standardize existing processes and practices to ensure consistency of application across vendor sites. 3. New Hire Training & Onboarding Oversight (20%) Coordinate the end-to-end new-hire onboarding and training schedule with vendor sites, including managing technical access and issue resolution for systems (e.g., Docebo, GSET, Slack, Amazon Connect). Enable vendor partners to successfully onboard new hires and ensure access permissions are accurately updated for all onboarded and off-boarded vendor employees. Train vendor partners on onboarding expectations, including the delivery of our sales methodology, accounting workflow sessions, and SME sessions. Refine the onboarding process to maximize efficiency and ensure parity with the UK FTE onboarding experience. 4. Content Strategy & Creation Support (10%) Conduct Needs Analysis following stakeholder content requests to define clear outcomes. Manage end-to-end project timelines for content delivery. Develop basic training materials (in conjunction with partner sites and the Content Design team) to quickly bridge identified performance gaps. Collaborate with UK Sales Enablement Specialists (SESs) on the rollout and embedding of new product training and refreshers with partner site teams. Maintain a central, approved repository of training content. 5. Technology Implementation - Non-Technical (10%) Act as a key contributor to the rollout and adoption of new tools, including Quality Assessment, Coaching, and AI-based coaching tools, for UK sales leaders and agents. Gather and synthesize user feedback to identify and drive continuous system improvements. 6. Run the Business & Stakeholder Engagement (20%) Maintain expertise in current systems and sales methodologies. Attend critical UK sales and enablement forums, including Sales All Hands, Quarterly Launches, and stakeholder meetings aligned to key responsibilities. Drive weekly or bi-weekly 1:1s with Team Leaders and Quality Assessors at partner sites.

Morgan McKinley are working with a client on the outskirts of Bath. We are supporting our client with the hire of an experienced Accounts Payable professional to join their finance team on a temporary basis. This is not a high-volume data entry role - the transactional processing is o Instead, you'll carried out by another department, you will instead take ownership of: Managing payment runs and ensuring accuracy and timeliness Reviewing and approving expenses for processing Investigating and resolving supplier queries Supporting continuous improvements within the AP process We're looking for someone who is: Detail-focused, organised, and proactive Experienced in purchase ledger/AP functions Available to start at short notice and committed to completing the assignment If you're an experienced Accounts Payable professional seeking a hands-on, value-adding role where accuracy and ownership matter, we'd love to hear from you. To apply for the role please contact Lucy at Morgan Mckinley on (phone number removed) or click on apply.

VAT Manager Duration: 12 Months Would this role be remote based: ideally 3 days per week in the office but remote work can be considered provided contractor is able to come to the office where need be The Opportunity We're looking for an experienced and technically strong VAT Manager to join our EMEA VAT Planning team on a 12-month contract. This highly visible role will be crucial in providing expert UK VAT advisory to support our ongoing business, drive new initiatives, and ensure robust compliance. You'll operate at the intersection of tax, technology, and business, managing complex, cross-functional projects. This is a chance to apply deep technical knowledge to unique and high-profile commercial and regulatory challenges, including those stemming from the post-Brexit environment and occasional Pan-EU retail projects. You will be an integral part of a small, dedicated UK VAT team, working alongside the EMEA VAT Director and interacting daily with a broad network of internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities UK VAT Advisory & Project Leadership: Act as the primary VAT subject matter expert for UK-based business and regulatory initiatives, from inception through to implementation. This includes operationalising complex VAT requirements into practical business solutions. Compliance Support: Provide high-level technical guidance to the UK VAT Compliance team to resolve complex queries and ensure accurate filings. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner daily with internal teams across the organisation, including Legal, Finance, Accounting, Business Teams , and specialists in the Tax Engine and Taxonomy groups to deliver integrated tax solutions. Transaction Review: Take the lead on VAT-related reviews of commercial agreements, with a specific focus on UK real estate transactions . Technical Analysis: Determine the correct VAT treatment and rate application for new and complex products and services. Operational Excellence: Serve as a key resource for operational VAT questions, providing clear and practical answers to finance, accounting, and operational teams. Complexity & Challenge: Engage with a diverse project portfolio, tackling VAT topics that range from routine (but operationally complex) to highly unique, niche, and technically demanding. Required Skills and Experience To excel in this contract, you must possess the following stack-ranked skills: Extensive VAT Experience (6.5+ Years): Demonstrable, robust VAT experience gained in a global consulting/law firm or a large, blue-chip commercial organisation . In-Depth UK & Cross-Border VAT Technical Expertise: Comprehensive technical knowledge covering both UK domestic and international/cross-border VAT , with practical experience and exposure to post-Brexit rules and complexities for a Retail Business. Exceptional Communication: Excellent proficiency in English, both verbal and written , with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical VAT concepts to a non-tax audience, including senior business leaders. Team Structure You will report into the EMEA VAT Director and join the UK VAT team (part of the wider EU VAT Planning Team). You will be a key addition to a small, focused UK team of two people, backed by a broader team of 15+ VAT experts across EMEA, providing exposure to a wealth of local and cross-border expertise.

Are you looking to start a career in Accounting & Finance? Are you struggling to get your foot in the door? This could be just the opportunity for you. Morgan Mckinley are working with a very well-established growing law firm to recruit a Cashier on a permanent basis. This is a great opportunity for someone with little to no experience who wants a long-term career in finance and to work for a big name in the legal sector. This role sits within a growing finance function, who are pivotal to the firm's success. In addition to managing the finances of the business, they also deal with the Financial transactions of their clients. Using a built for purpose software, they work closely with lawyers, partners & colleagues across the business services team to ensure smooth running of the firm's finances, helping to inform financial decision making. What will you be doing? Managing electronic payments, including CHAPS, BACS, Faster payments & international payments Inputting receipts from client accounts, including receipts for payments of invoices Downloading bank information for importing of client monies Dealing with general queries sent to the finance team Assistance with monthly invoicing cycles What are we looking for? Experience in an administrative role/office environment Effective communicator, both written & verbal Competent with MS office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Good level of basic education (grade C or above in Maths & English at GCSE level If this sounds like the role for you, please apply and we will be in touch to discuss your application. On offer for the successful applicant is a comprehensive range of employee benefits such as Private medical insurance, company wide bonus, income protection, cashback schemes, buy & sell holiday schemes & many more.

Are you an experienced Payroll Specialist looking to take real ownership of your work? Morgan Mckinley is recruiting for a rapidly growing, reputable legal firm for a Payroll Specialist on a permanent basis. This role is standalone and would be a great opportunity for someone who wants to own the payroll process, bringing fresh ideas to the table and shaping processes how they see fit. This role will report directly into the Financial Controller and will support the finance team with maintaining the accounting system & records of the firm. You will be responsible for ensuring payroll related payments and reports are delivered with accuracy & promoting best practice where possible. You will also work closely with HR & benefits. Responsibilities: Processing of employee & partner payroll schemes Ensuring timely remittance of payments to PAYE/Pensions & more. Maintaining accurate payroll records Handling employee queries Processing & posting of Payroll journals Liaising with organisations such as payroll providers Collaborating with HR to improve payroll processes What are we looking for? Experience of Payroll processing & knowledge of payroll regulations Ability to calculate & analyse data Attention to detail and ability to identify errors/discrepancies Experience with payroll systems & proficient in Excel If this sounds like the role for you, please apply and we will be in touch to discuss your application. On offer for the successful applicant is a comprehensive range of employee benefits such as Private medical insurance, company wide bonus, income protection, cashback schemes, buy & sell holiday schemes & many more.

Are you an experienced Payroll Specialist looking to take real ownership of your work? Morgan Mckinley is recruiting for a rapidly growing, reputable legal firm for a Payroll Specialist on a permanent basis. This role is standalone and would be a great opportunity for someone who wants to own the payroll process, bringing fresh ideas to the table and shaping processes how they see fit. This role will report directly into the Financial Controller and will support the finance team with maintaining the accounting system & records of the firm. You will be responsible for ensuring payroll related payments and reports are delivered with accuracy & promoting best practice where possible. You will also work closely with HR & benefits. Responsibilities: Processing of employee & partner payroll schemes Ensuring timely remittance of payments to PAYE/Pensions & more. Maintaining accurate payroll records Handling employee queries Processing & posting of Payroll journals Liaising with organisations such as payroll providers Collaborating with HR to improve payroll processes What are we looking for? Experience of Payroll processing & knowledge of payroll regulations Ability to calculate & analyse data Attention to detail and ability to identify errors/discrepancies Experience with payroll systems & proficient in Excel If this sounds like the role for you, please apply and we will be in touch to discuss your application. On offer for the successful applicant is a comprehensive range of employee benefits such as Private medical insurance, company wide bonus, income protection, cashback schemes, buy & sell holiday schemes & many more.

Morgan McKinley are delighted to be working with our Central Bath based client on a newly created Finance Business Partner role. This Finance Business Partner role allows genuine progression opportunities, exposure to senior internal stakeholders and an opportunity to develop the finance function. Key responsibilities for this role include (but not limited too): Preparation of monthly management accounts Balance reconciliations Assist with budgeting and forecasting Preparation of VAT returns Take lead with external auditors Assisting with year end Look at improving system and control process The ideal candidate: Qualified - ACCA or CIMA Previous experience of management accounts preparation Comfortable working with internal and external stakeholders Strong excel user The package: 50,000 - 55,000 DOE Hybrid working - 3 days in the office 25 days annual leave + Bank holidays Comprehensive benefits package