Mackie Myers

Our Client Mackie Myers is thrilled to be partnering with Boston University Global Programmes Study Abroad in the search for their Assistant Director - Finance. Boston University Study Abroad is a division of Boston University Global Programs and is responsible for developing and providing opportunities for study around the world. BU Study Abroad offers students from Boston University and many other colleges and universities 200+ programs, 30+ cities, and 20+ countries. Boston University was one of the first universities in the United States to send students abroad, and the first university to offer study abroad internship opportunities on several continents. The range of subjects covered includes Advertising and PR, Computer Science, Film, Radio, Journalism, Mathematics and Statistics, and Psychology and Health Sciences. The mission of Boston University Study Abroad is to offer excellent, innovative, and diverse cross-cultural learning experiences for all students. The study abroad programs cultivate the intellectual, professional, and personal qualities necessary for success in an increasingly interconnected world. The Role Reporting to the Director, Boston University Study Abroad London Programmes, you will be responsible for the financial oversight of Boston University s London Study Abroad operations. As a key member of the Study Abroad London Director s Executive Group, you will be contributing towards the transformative educational experiences on offer. You will need to be a proactive team member, consistently seeking out opportunities for change and continuous improvement. Main Duties In close collaboration with the London Director, and Global Programs management, oversee the ongoing financial operations for the London Study Abroad site including, but not limited to: Internal financial accounting Financial reporting and monthly reconciliations Budget development and ongoing monitoring Local payroll including tax withholdings and pension payments Banking Regulatory compliance Accounts payable Implement and keep up to date systems and controls to ensure proper use of program funds. Work closely with Global Programs, Finance & Operations team, analyse London-based financial operations and provide budget models to aid in the strategic decision making with respect to new and existing programs and facilities. Monitor budgets on a regular basis and provide regular financial reports to the London Director and to Global Programs management. Directly supervise a Finance Business Partner. Mentor, train, delegate and as needed review work. Collaborate with the Associate Director, Human Resources to help manage the administrative and human resource functions of the London Study Abroad site, especially as it relates to onboarding, offboarding, payroll and benefits. Collaborate with Global Programs, Finance & Operations team to help oversee the regulatory, audit and filing requirements for University owned entities registered in the UK. What's On Offer: Salary: £57,600 £65,600 Contract type: Full-time, Permanent. The role will be based at the London office (Gloucester Road). Flexible working opportunities are available for this position Annual leave: 28 days including public holidays plus concessionary days mid-August and Christmas Benefits: Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Critical Illness, enhanced pension contributions, MediCash Health Plan, Perks at work and Discounts for Teachers discount schemes, complimentary drinks and snacks

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a HR function for a well-established services organisation. As the Head of HR you'll be at the heart of fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture, driving talent acquisition and development, and ensuring seamless people operations for a thriving team. The Company Our client is an established organisation within the services sector with operations throughout the UK. With 160+ employees, there is a great need to hire a Head of HR to manage and drive positive change throughout the organisation. Key Responsibilities Manage all employee relations for the UK business. Support with organisational restructure, recruitment, performance management and appraisals. Manage and develop L&D across the UK business. Develop and implement a forward-thinking people strategy, covering talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement. Create HR processes across all functions within the business. Drive HR operational process changes as the business develops. Champion an inclusive, positive workplace culture that supports growth and well-being. Oversee HR compliance. Partner with senior leadership to embed best practices and ensure consistency across all sites. The Ideal Candidate Proven experience in HR or People leadership in an SME / 50-300 employee head count. Experience implementing HR processes across a growing organisation. Strong knowledge of HR compliance. Passionate about building a people-first workplace, with a proactive and approachable leadership style. A skilled communicator who can collaborate effectively and adapt to a non-corporate, creative setting. On offer The ability to own and drive your own HR/People function. A basic salary of £70,000-£80,000 + Benefits. A chance to become a senior leader within the scaling organisation.

Our Client Our client is a leading charity based in Oxford. The Role This role will require an immediate start. A key HR leadership role supporting culture, performance, and organisational growth. • Deliver the people strategy across the full employee lifecycle • Lead and coach the HR team • Drive L&D, wellbeing, and inclusion initiatives • Partner with SMT and act as HR safeguarding lead Main Duties Manage day-to-day HR operations and long-term planning. • Oversee employee relations and policy development • Shape learning and development across the organisation • Deliver people-focused reporting and workforce planning • Champion EDI, wellbeing, and cultural change The Successful Candidate Immediately Available • Strong generalist HR background with experience advising leaders • Confident handling complex HR issues and change • Excellent communication and influencing skills • CIPD Level 7 (or equivalent experience) desirable What s on offer? £55,000 per annum (12-month fixed term). Full-time, hybrid 3 days a week in Oxford office. Join a collaborative and purpose-led team, with the opportunity to shape a compassionate workplace culture and drive real impact. Flexible working and supportive leadership are part of the offer.

Our Client A well-established Life Science business with an international presence, known for its innovative approach and industry-leading expertise. The Role This Management Accountant role is a key hire within the finance team, playing a pivotal role in day-to-day financial operations and end-to-end management reporting. The successful candidate will also support the Financial Controller and contribute to system and process improvements. Key Responsibilities: Preparation of management accounts Cash flow forecasting and analysis Year-end audit and statutory accounts reporting Overseeing two junior team members Implementing and improving finance processes Supporting the Financial Controller/CFO with ad hoc projects The Successful Candidate Fully qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) Proven experience in management accounting within a fast-paced environment Strong technical finance knowledge and commercial awareness Experience managing or mentoring junior team members Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills What s on Offer? Salary up to £60,000 (DOE) + performance bonus Private medical insurance 25 days holiday + bank holidays Life insurance and enhanced pension contributions Career progression opportunities within a growing international business A collaborative and dynamic work environment in Cambridge

Our Client Our client is an international FMCG business specialising in chilled and frozen food distribution. The Role Build and maintain key retail relationships. Develop and execute customer strategies. Monitor market trends and competition. Align customer needs with business goals. Manage revenue, margin, and inventory. Main Duties Engage with key accounts and provide solutions. Advocate for customers and manage risks. Optimize distribution channels. Ensure credit policy compliance. Produce insightful reports. The Successful Candidate Experienced in sales, negotiation, and account management. Background in food, protein, dairy, or retail sectors. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Proficient in Excel, PowerBI, and ERP systems. Results-driven with a strong sales track record. What s on Offer? Competitive salary and performance bonuses. Career growth and professional development. Flexible work and travel opportunities. Innovative and supportive company culture. Comprehensive benefits package.

Summary Our client based in Central Cambridge is seeking an ambitious Accounts Payable Assistant to join their team. The role is to be responsible for purchase ledger transactions, bank reconciliation and general accounts admin. Our client is an international well established and growing business based in Cambridge. Main Duties To process supplier invoices, checking for accuracy, authorisation, reasonableness and to ensure that these are correctly authorised To reconcile supplier statements to purchase ledger accounts, investigating and resolving differences promptly. To manage the payment of invoices and ensure that these are paid on time and only as required. To answer queries from the wider business To reconcile the cash book to bank statements on a regular basis and clear up any differences and unusual or old reconciling items. The Successful Candidate We are looking for a confident communicator who can work effectively as part of a busy team. The successful applicant will work with the wider business building relationships. We are looking for someone ambitious, who wants to work hard and grow with the business. What s on offer? Salary up to £30,000 Hybrid working in central Cambridge Progression in the company with clear growth plan.

Mackie Myers is delighted to be supporting a global organisation in their hunt for an Assistant Tax Manager following a small restructure. The organisation has operations in the US, UK, Europe and Australia and is highly profitable. The Role This position involves assisting in quarterly and annual global tax reporting under IFRS and US GAAP, preparing and reviewing corporation tax returns, calculating corporate tax payments for the UK, and supporting various tax-related projects and documentation. Responsibilities Assist in quarterly and annual global tax reporting under IFRS and US GAAP. Prepare/review corporation tax returns. Calculate corporate tax payments for the UK. Analyse the impact of UK-specific legislation. Support Country By Country Reporting and transfer pricing documentation. Assist the tax department with ad hoc tax projects. Provide guidance and mentoring to junior team members. Adapt to changing duties and responsibilities over the course of the contract. The Ideal Candidate ACCA/ACA or CTA qualified or equivalent professional experience. Strong tax accounting skills for quarterly reporting. Corporate tax experience for both compliance and statutory tax accounting. Strong UK Tax Technical experience. Proficient in research and computer software. Flair for process improvements and automation. Ability to prioritise multiple needs in a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail and self-motivated. Strong communication skills. Organised with proven ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP preferred. Familiarity with Alphatax. High proficiency with Excel. What is on Offer A dynamic and challenging role in a fast-paced environment. £65,000-£72,000 + Benefits. Hybrid working with the potential of working 4 days per week. Opportunities for professional growth and development. A supportive team environment with mentoring opportunities.

Mackie Myers is excited to be exclusively supporting a high growth biotech organisation that is at an exciting phase in their life cycle. Due to the growth plans of the business and a range of pending projects, they are looking to hire a Financial Reporting & Controls Senior Manager. The Role The purpose of the role is to manage all external US reporting alongside implementing and maintaining robust internal controls in accordance with SOX and to be the technical lead for accounting queries. The role will require continuous improvement regarding processes, technology and finance systems. Responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain US GAAP, IFRS, and UK GAAP accounting policies; participate in SEC financial reporting. Handle statutory reporting under IFRS and liaise with external tax advisors for US and UK tax computations and returns. Advise on significant transactions, author accounting papers, and agree treatments with auditors. Collaborate on technical accounting and SEC reporting matters; prepare and review financial statements and disclosures. Review, assess, and implement new accounting standards and SEC rule updates; maintain effective internal controls. Support external auditors, enhance internal controls compliance under SOX, and improve financial operations efficiency. The successful candidate Qualified accountant (ACA,CPA, ACCA) with a finance-related degree or equivalent experience. Over 5 years of SEC accounting or advisory experience, preferably in a large public accounting firm or US organisation. Experience in preparing/auditing financial statements for Forms 10-Q and 10-K, and designing/testing internal controls under SOX. Strong technical accounting background with knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting standards, and IFRS. Ability to communicate complex accounting issues clearly to finance and non-finance personnel. What is on offer? On offer for the successful candidate is a base salary of between £100,000-£115,000 alongside benefits such as a bonus, shares, private medical, pension and hybrid working. Also on offer is the opportunity to work for an exciting, scaling biotech business that have ambitions to grow significantly within the next 12 months.