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Debt Advisory Director (4983) Forvis Mazars cares about your career progression, offering individually designed career paths that help you pursue your interests, match your changing needs, and explore your true potential. We work with diverse, prestigious clients across a range of sectors and geographies, giving you the opportunity to constantly update and grow your skills for lifelong professional development. Our Forvis Mazars UK Debt Advisory practice is trusted by owner-managed and private equity owned business' to provide debt finance solutions for transactional, restructuring, optimisation and growth purposes. Established in 2022, the debt advisory practice benefits from a strong platform within a global accountancy firm and in particular works closely with the Deals & Financing, Restructuring & Insolvency and Energy & Infrastructure service lines at Forvis Mazars UK. The national debt advisory practice has more than tripled in size since 2022, with significant growth plans for the coming years. As a Debt Advisory Director (North), you will take responsibility for supporting the development of the debt advisory practice through the delivery of a high-quality service across a range of clients, including advising on refinancings, acquisition finance, leveraged buyouts, debt restructuring and growth capital. In the main the work will focus on privately owned and private equity -owned businesses in the mid-market with an enterprise value up to £50m. At Forvis Mazars we seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diverse nature of our clients and communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age and disability. Forvis Mazars selects candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and experience. We are therefore willing to accommodate and develop a role to best suit an individual's needs. As a team we are open to a hybrid approach, in terms of, office versus remote work, full-time versus part time, flexible hours to cater for personal requirements. Please tell us about your own circumstances so we can have an open discussion about your needs and how we can best cater to them to develop a successful partnership. Role & Responsibilities Build strong relationships with potential clients and counterparties across a range of Private Debt funds, Banks, privately owned businesses, private equity and large corporates in the north of England. Originate and lead debt advisory transactions, taking a key role in executing transactions. Take a lead role in preparing and delivering pitches and proposals. Take a lead role in business development including networking and building relationships and identifying and targeting potential mandates. Take a lead role in risk management on projects, ensuring compliance and regulatory procedures are adhered to. Responsible for preparing and reviewing transaction documentation and financial models - business plans, information memorandum and financial forecasts. Take a lead role in project managing transactions, acting as a primary contact for the client and providing support and advice as required. Support the wider national marketing activity as well as building own market profile. Manage team members to deliver high quality output as well as ensuring that risk management procedures are adhered to and completed. The role holder will show vision and strategic perspective and will be focused on building the Debt Advisory business and Forvis Mazars more broadly. Assess and produce high quality work in line with the Firm's policy and processes, meeting relevant regulatory requirements. Skills, Knowledge and Experience A strong team player who understands the importance of developing a positive team spirit and enjoys working in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment. Self-motivated, hard working and driven. Qualified to ACA (or equivalent). Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills. Experience of running Debt Advisory assignments. Experience of working within both credit institutions and a professional services environment. High level of commitment to and experience in business development. Existing network of contacts amongst intermediaries and potential clients Active desire to grow and develop the Debt Advisory business. Ability to identify issues through sound analysis and application of commercial acumen in all situations. Relentless focus on quality and risk management. Ability to express ideas with authority and conviction throughout verbal and written communication. Ambitious and keen to "make a difference" to clients and the firm. Ability to develop self and others. Forvis Mazars is a leading professional services network. The network operates under a single brand worldwide, with just two members: Forvis Mazars LLP in the United States and Forvis Mazars Group SC, an internationally integrated partnership operating in over 100 countries and territories. We are one diverse, multicultural, multi-generational team with a huge sense of connection and belonging. This is a place where you can take ownership of your career, get involved, believe in yourself and put your ideas into action. At Forvis Mazars, we empower our people and celebrate individuality. We thrive on teamwork and are agile. We have bold foresight and give people the freedom to make a personal contribution to our shared purpose. We support one another to deliver quality, create change and have a deeper understanding, to help make an impact so that everyone can reach their full potential. Being inclusive is core to our culture at Forvis Mazars; we want to ensure everyone, whether in the recruitment process or beyond is fully supported to be their unique self. To read more about our approach click here Our aim is to make the recruitment process as accessible and inclusive as possible - please contact us to discuss any changes you may require so we can work with you to support you throughout your application. Visit to learn more.

Exciting new international role for an experience commercial lawyer.You will have the ability to lead on a wide variety of commercial legal issues impacted a large professional services firm.The team work flexibly with only 1-2 days a week in the office.The NSE Office of the General Counsel team is small, but growing.You will have the opportunity to join this team to support across many jurisdictions in North and South Europe and the Middle East and work alongside senior and influential stakeholders on innovative, large scale and interesting projects. Connect to your career at Deloitte Deloitte drives progress. Using our vast range of expertise, we help our clients' become leaders wherever they choose to compete. To do this, we invest in outstanding people. We build teams of future thinkers, with diverse talents and backgrounds, and empower them all to reach for and achieve more. What brings us all together at Deloitte?It'show we approach the thousands of decisions we make everyday. How we behave, our beliefs and our attitudes. In other words: our values. Whatever we do, whereverwe arein the world, welead the way,serve with integrity, take care of each other ,fosterinclusion, andcollaborate for measurable impact. These five shared values lead every decision wemake and action we take, guiding us to deliver impact how and where it mattersmost . Connect to your opportunity There is an opportunity to join a growing in-house legal team in an international role.Deloitte North South Europe (NSE) is a member firm within Deloitte's global network and brings together over 30 countries across North and South Europe.Further information about Deloitte NSE can be found here. As the needs of the business evolve, the demands on the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) are expanding.This new opening for an experienced commercial lawyer to join the central team within NSE OGC creates an opportunity to broaden and enhance a wide range of legal skills and experience in an international environment. This is a key role within the NSE member firm to support the growth and ambition of the business.The role will report directly into the Legal Director and form part of the NSE OGC central legal team.As the team grows, the role holder will have further responsibilities including as a people leader. The key stakeholders will come from across the business and within our Enabling Functions and will include senior leadership and importantly country General Counsels across the region and globally.The role is broad and will require strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills. Key features of the role: Providing high quality, commercially sound, practical and timely legal advice through day-to-day support on all Commercial legal matters (contentious and non-contentious) for the member firm.This will include high value procurement, outsourcing (including to internal Deloitte delivery offerings globally), intellectual property, sustainability and technology (including the use of Cloud and AI).Given the breath of the business the role holder may also be involved in corporate, structuring, governance and finance matters. Leading the legal aspects of major projects and initiatives that the role supports across the member firm either directly or with appropriate support as required, including from local country OGC teams, the Global teams and always in collaboration with the risk and compliance teams. Advising the member firm as it responds to the growing demand for the use of Generative AI and support the business through the implementation and use of new technologies. Partnering with key stakeholders across the business and develop strong relationships with senior stakeholders within NSE and Global.This will include business leaders and lawyers in common and civil law jurisdictions. Acting as an ambassador for NSE and a 'bridge' between local OGC teams and NSE to share information, support on commercial legal issues and develop an integrated and efficient approach across the region. Keeping abreast of the growth aspirations and strategic developments across the region alongside developments in legislative and regulatory matters and advising, coordinating and supporting local OGC teams to ensure a unified approach wherever possible. Building and maintaining strong relationships with third party advisors as needed and support the delivery of any advice in a cost-effective manner. Supporting the development of the team as it grows and take responsibility for new direct reports as needed. Connect to your skills and professional experience You will be able to demonstrate the following skills: Ability to build consensus and work in a collaborative manner with all levels within an organisation and the ability to influence multiple stakeholders. Open minded approach and ability to evolve and embrace change. Strategic thinker who can work effectively within a multi-disciplinary model. Ability to communicate clearly, influence, engage and inspire others. Practical, down to earth and inclusive approach. Highly organised and proactive with strong attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal skills, with strong ability to build connections and networks. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate alignment with and behaviour consistent with our Shared Values. Excellent drafting and presentation skills. Flexible approach and able to learn new areas quickly. Connect to your business - Enabling Functions Collaboration is central to everything we do at Deloitte. From IT to HR, marketing and more, our teams help to support the wider business in everything they do. Bringing your individual skills and specialist knowledge, you can make a far-reaching impact. Come join us. Be part of Deloitte North and South Europe At Deloitte, you'll be joining an innovative firm, working together to make positive change happen. In the UK, we are part of Deloitte North and South Europe (NSE), the second largest member firm in the Deloitte network. Deloitte NSE combines operations in Belgium, Central Mediterranean (Italy, Greece, Malta) Ireland, the Netherlands, the Nordics (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden), Switzerland and the UK, as well as countries further afield in the Middle East, including Bahrain, Cyprus, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Palestinian Ruled Territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Yemen). There are more than 75,000 people that make up our dynamic teams across these regions, and we have an unmatched breadth and depth of capabilities in a wide range of business areas across different regions. Respect and Inclusion In the NSE Ambition we've committed to creating an inclusive environment for all and addressing inequality, to deliver on and scale our inclusion agenda. Our vision is to provide equal opportunities to mitigate systemic bias, develop our people to succeed and thrive through targeted development, evolve and drive our culture around allyship. Our NSE Ambition focuses on five characteristics - purpose led; universal leaders, inclusive culture; advisory growth, delivery strength; global scale, local touch; and, digital first - which will differentiate our business in the future, enable us to stand further apart from the competition, attract and retain the best talent and be a recognised leader in societal impact - to become THE winning firm. At Deloitte, we tackle our clients' and society's challenges to create progress and possibility for those our work affects. We make an impact that matters. That's our purpose. Personal independence Regulation and controls are standard practice in our industry and Deloitte is no exception. These controls provide important legal protection for both you and the firm. We are subject to a number of audit regulations, one of which requires that certain colleagues abide by specific personal independence constraints (e.g., in relation to any financial interests and employment relationships). This can mean that you and your "Immediate Family Members" are not permitted to hold certain financial interests (shares, funds, bonds etc.) with audit clients of the firm, and also prohibitions on certain employment relationships (e.g., you are not permitted to hold a secondary employment role with SEC audit clients of the firm whilst being employed by the firm). The recruitment team will provide further detail as you progress through the recruitment process or you can contact the Independence team upon request. Connect with your colleagues "The support that Deloitte offers is great, and the work is always interesting and motivating." "The amount of investment in me in terms of training and development has been incredible - it has undoubtedly helped me to progress my career." - Jim, Enabling Functions Connect to your agile working options Location: This is an NSE role that is available to all NSE geographies, candidates must reside in an NSE Geography to apply. Applicants can expect some travel in support of delivery and collaboration, managed in line with our WorldClimate ambition. Your Work, Your Way: We call our hybrid working vision Deloitte Works. And it does. We trust you to make the right choices around where, when and how you work. You'll be able to make decisions about how you work best, to be collaborative, learn from colleagues, share your experiences . click apply for full job details

An Accountancy & Advisory firm looking for a New Client Manager to join the team Your new company A successful independent Accountancy & Advisory firm looking to add a Client Manager to the team. This business provides Audit, Taxation, Corporate Finance and Accountancy solutions to their clients. They are a five director firm with around 20 staff underneath. Your new role Manage a Portfolio of clients for Year End Accounts, VAT, Corporation Tax and Self Assessment. Your work will have a final partner review before leaving the business. Ensure clients comply with tax regulations and deadlines. Provide tax planning advice to optimise clients' tax positions. Review tax returns for individuals and businesses. Provide Guidance to junior staff and provide review points. What you'll need to succeed Prior experience in a Client Management position or significant experience as a Senior Accountant. Practice experience What you'll get in return 23 days plus Bank Holidays + Christmas Shutdown + Brithday Off Hybrid Working Flexible Working Free Parking in Central Cardiff £40,000 - £52,000 Salary What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be a Manager, Associate Director or Director working independently, and with the support of other Directors and Partners, develop and grow the Transaction Services business within Corporate Finance, as well as develop team members. You'll have a deep understanding of, and experience in, the field of financial due diligence for corporate or strategic buyers, private equity or financial buyers and vendors and / or reporting accountant's work. You'll also have developed sector knowledge. You'll be someone with: ACA/ACCA qualified (or overseas equivalent), or relevant work experience. Significant experience of working within a corporate finance department. Proven track record of successful business development / winning in the market Previous management experience. Good knowledge of MS Office, in particular Word, Powerpoint and Excel. For those involved in Capital Markets transactions a thorough knowledge of the relevant legislation. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Based in Sky's office in Osterley, the credit risk team are key to the commercial objectives of the company. We support customers by ensuring they aren't taking on unsustainable debt, as well as protecting the bad debt position of the P&L's we support. As a Credit Risk Forecasting Manager, you will be a driving force behind Sky's credit risk lending strategy. You will lead a dynamic team within a rapidly growing business, working closely with partners across Marketing, Trading, Finance, Product, Propositions, and Routes to Market in both the UK and European regions. This role is responsible for overseeing the company's budget management, risk analysis, and financial planning processes. You will collaborate with senior leadership to ensure strategic alignment with business goals while managing financial risks effectively. We are part of the Connectivity org, and support on our Glass product, as well as other regions outside the UK. It's an exciting time to be in Credit Risk with Sky! What You'll Do: Budget Management: Oversee and manage the financial budget, including monthly tracking, analysis, and adjustments, ensuring the business stays within its allocated budget for the full year. Monthly Financial Reviews: Lead monthly sessions with the Director to review spend performance against forecasted goals, identify variances, and implement corrective actions where necessary. Full-Year Budget Planning: Develop and execute the full-year budget plan, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals and financial targets. Quarterly Planning for Risk Key Indicators: Analyse and incorporate sales plans into the quarterly planning process to assess and manage risk key indicators. Collaborate with business units to evaluate financial risks and opportunities. Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams: Engage with stakeholders across Finance, Marketing, Trading, Commercial, and other departments to ensure plans are aligned with overall business strategy. Regularly update and communicate plans that impact KPIs and credit risk. Performance Tracking: Track current performance against plan, feed results into weekly/monthly updates, and present findings to senior management. Evaluate previous activity and ensure continuous improvement in planning and documentation processes. Forecasting and Budget Inputs: Engage with the Credit Risk team and capture upcoming costs for future deliveries to feed into budget planning and cost forecasting. Contract Management: Develop contract summaries for each supplier, outlining key terms, deliverables, and payment schedules. Utilize tools like Ariba/Beeline for managing purchase requisitions (PR) and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. Strategy Presentation: Present the plan and the strategy to wider teams and commercial stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business goals and performance targets. What You'll Bring: Proven experience in budget management, financial planning, and risk assessment. Strong forecasting experience, with expertise in sales, demand, or churn forecasts. Ability to analyse large data sets, with proficiency in tools like Excel. Strong commercial acumen and numeracy skills, with experience building business cases. Excellent problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail. Clear and concise communication skills, able to tailor messages for senior leadership. Collaborative attitude, with experience working with multiple stakeholders. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage priorities and adapt to changing objectives. Experience in supplier onboarding and contract management, with knowledge of procurement tools like Ariba/Beeline. How You'll Work: We understand the importance of flexibility in today's working environment. That's why we've adopted a hybrid working approach, combining collaboration at our unique office spaces with the convenience of working from home. For this role, you'll typically work three days a week in the office (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays), with the option to work remotely on other days. During the recruitment process, we'll provide more details on how this approach supports collaboration, productivity, and work-life balance. Your office base: Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There's also plenty of bike shelters and showers. The Rewards: There's a reason people can't stop talking about . Our great range of rewards really are something special, here are just a few: Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place! A generous pension package! Private healthcare Discounted mobile and broadband Access a wide range of exclusive Sky VIP rewards and experiences Inclusion: We take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion: we've been recognised by The Times and Stonewall for this, and we've committed £30million to support the fight against racial injustice. We've also set ambitious targets for increasing ethnic diversity and representation throughout our organisation and we'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support you. Why wait? Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you. To find out more about working with us, search on social media. A job you love to talk about. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.

The product control function provides support to the financial controllers and trading desks to ensure that the Profit & Loss, balance sheet, and month end close procedures are completed in a timely and accurate manner. Securities Services Product Controllers are part of the Corporate Investment Bank Finance team and are responsible for providing Product Controller support for the Custody, Fund Services, Alternative Investments Services, Depository Receipts and Agent Lending products. The Custody Product is the most significant product within Securities Services' annualized revenue of $4.1bn and AUC of c. $27TR. As a Custody Product Control Vice President within the Corporate Investment Bank Finance team, you will have an opportunity to work closely with Product & Business Managers, to drive a clear understanding of the business trends, especially around AUC and fees, and provide insightful analysis to facilitate effective management of the business in the region and globally. You will contribute to Product initiatives as they arise, understand the impact on Finance / the control environment and contribute towards provision of the appropriate financial analysis to support as well as ensuring adherence to product controller standards in the region. Job responsibilities Produce, preparation and reporting of the daily P&L and Risk Provide detailed analysis and reporting on the financials to desk heads, business managers, and senior finance management Partner with the business to drive forth and implement robust controls and new business initiatives Drive coordination across various front & back office support functions to ensure resolution of control and reporting issues in an accurate and timely manner Serve as an analytical and project support resource for product control Handle various ad-hoc requests on a daily basis Manage projects and initiatives related to all of the above, as well as larger cross-business programs Required qualifications, skills and capabilities Solid experience within Product Control, Financial Control, Accounting, or related area Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related area Strong analytical skills and attention to detail including a strong control focus Excellent communication skills and ability to develop strong working relationships. Strong technical skills in using Excel and PowerPoint Preferred qualifications, skills and capabilities Previous P&L or risk experience is preferable Solid understanding of financial products would be advantageous J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.

Our client is a Global Tech organisation that is recognised as a top place to work in the UK. They are now seeking an experienced internal recruiter to join their talent acquisition team, initially for a 6 Month contract with potential to extend. Partnering with the Talent Acquisition Manager the recruiter will design an effective sourcing strategy to attract top talent across business units including Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, Finance and HR. Responsibilities Serve as an advisor to internal stakeholders to deeply understand business strategies and talent needs for today and the future. Build a trusted advisor relationship with hiring managers, coaching them on effective and scalable solutions to evaluate talent. Create and drive best-in-class experiences that delight candidates and hiring team members. Contribute to the operational excellence of the team through the leadership of strategic projects. Qualifications 5-10 years proven success in full cycle recruitment ideally supporting Go-to-Market teams in a fast paced environment. Strong Marketing & Sales recruitment background preferred. Experience partnering & consulting at all levels of leadership. Experience managing or assisting to develop scalable hiring solutions across an enterprise level organization. Benefits Hybrid working Great work environment Long contract

Purpose of the role: As an experienced trusts fundraiser, you will drive the growth of our income from trusts and foundations. Your exceptional skills in building connections, securing funding, and delivering outstanding stewardship is vital to transforming the lives of people affected by spinal cord injury. You will manage and develop an increasingly diverse portfolio of charitable trusts, foundations and Grantmakers, including the National Lottery Community Fund. You will be a part of a passionate Partnerships Team, creatively working across trusts and foundations, corporate relationships and special events to maximise opportunities to sustain and grow income. Key stakeholders: Trustees, administrators, and grant officers from the full range of trusts & foundations (including family/private trusts, corporate foundations and National Lottery), senior leaders, trustees, volunteers, staff and service users Values: Our values are central to our approach: All roles at Back Up should reflect our core values We embrace challenge: Challenge is central to our learning and growth; it helps us gain knowledge and skills. By finding ways to overcome challenge and move forward we gain a sense of achievement, supporting us to realise our full potential. We have fun: We believe that having fun allows us to connect with others, whilst opening up opportunities to develop, achieve and get the most out of life, showing that there is a positive future after spinal cord injury. We build inclusive communities: We achieve more for people affected by spinal cord injury when we work together. We are collaborative and inclusive in our approach. We embrace diversity, working with and supporting individuals, groups, and the wider spinal cord injury community, bringing people together. We are ambitious for each other: We are driven by the needs of people with a spinal cord injury and their families. We are passionate, striving to be the best. We set high standards, and we work hard to reach them. We are proactive, push boundaries, try new approaches and we learn quickly. We recognise that failure doesn t have to equal loss, rather an opportunity for growth. We listen to what people affected by spinal cord injury want and we seek innovative responses based on their feedback. RESPONSIBILITIES: General Research and submit compelling proposals and applications for high-value grants and donations (5+ figures) to secure income and support long-term sustainability. Prospect research of new funders and partners capable of supporting Back Up s work. Provide timely, accurate reports and updates to funders showing the impact of funded work. Delivering an effective stewardship programme to engage and thank funders, working closely with the partnerships team to inspire our donors Maximise opportunities through Back Up s networks, including the fundraising team, services staff, SMT, development board, board of trustees and volunteer networks. Managing multi-year budgets and ensure accurate forecasting, monitoring and evaluating performance to meet agreed targets. Support the maintenance and development of internal systems to manage restricted income and effective data flow and quality to support delivery of the Trusts and Foundations Strategy Ensure up to date records of grants and donations and funder communications. Manage, support, and develop the trust fundraising team and plans. Build strong working relationships with services and finance to align funding with strategic needs and business plans Other key responsibilities Driving the development and delivery of the Trusts and Foundations strategy and annual business plans Managing and monitoring the trusts and foundations pipeline, budget and forecasts; providing reports and updates on activity to the Head of Partnerships. Ensuring income generation aligns with organisational plans. Ensuring high quality applications, reports and stewardship to funders Effective management of the Trusts and Philanthropy Officer to develop, feel supported and achieve targets. Collaborating effectively with the Partnerships Team to maximise income from a range of opportunities. Working effectively with fundraising, finance, and services teams to identify needs and maximise income. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Essential: Proven success in securing income from a range of charitable trusts and foundations Experience managing staff or volunteers and delivering against targets Strong relationship-building, engagement and stewardship skills Confident communicator with excellent written skills Experience in supporting planning and monitoring of budgets, pipelines and KPIs Familiarity with CRM and data tools for fundraising and reporting A collaborative and proactive approach The ability to manage conflicting priorities Willingness to travel and work occasional evenings or weekends Desirable: Experience in high level cultivation and securing corporate foundation income Knowledge of spinal cord injury or disability-related issues Experience with digital tools such as Power BI, Mailchimp, Canva, and Asana We welcome applications from everyone and encourage people from Black, Asian or other ethnically diverse backgrounds, as well as those with higher level spinal cord injuries, to apply. 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Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be a Manager, Associate Director or Director working independently, and with the support of other Directors and Partners, develop and grow the Transaction Services business within Corporate Finance, as well as develop team members. You'll have a deep understanding of, and experience in, the field of financial due diligence for corporate or strategic buyers, private equity or financial buyers and vendors and / or reporting accountant's work. You'll also have developed sector knowledge. You'll be someone with: ACA/ACCA qualified (or overseas equivalent), or relevant work experience. Significant experience of working within a corporate finance department. Proven track record of successful business development / winning in the market Previous management experience. Good knowledge of MS Office, in particular Word, Powerpoint and Excel. For those involved in Capital Markets transactions a thorough knowledge of the relevant legislation. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Company Secretary, Financial Controller, Business Partner, Stoke-on-Trent Your new company Our client is a well-established and successful manufacturing company based in Stoke-on-Trent, known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and operational excellence. As the business continues to grow, they are seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Company Secretary / Financial Controller to join their leadership team. Your new role This is a senior leadership position that combines financial control, company secretarial duties, HR, IT, and operational oversight. You'll act as a strategic business partner to the Managing Director, contributing to both high-level decision-making and day-to-day operations. This is a hands-on role ideal for a qualified accountant with a strong commercial mindset and a background in manufacturing. Key Responsibilities Lead financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting Prepare management accounts, statutory year-end accounts, and group reporting Oversee payroll, pensions, audits, and tax compliance Maintain internal controls and financial policies Manage statutory records, board meetings, and corporate governance Oversee HR functions including recruitment, employee relations, and compliance Liaise with IT providers to ensure infrastructure reliability and data protection Support strategic decision-making and cross-functional collaboration What you'll need to succeed Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) Proven experience in a senior finance role, preferably in manufacturing Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards, company law, HR practices, and IT systems Experience with IRIS Exchequer accounting software Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills High level of integrity, discretion, and attention to detail Ability to act as a trusted business partner to senior leadership What you'll get in return 26 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Private healthcare including family cover Pension scheme with 3% employer contribution (employee contribution varies by age) Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of the business Collaborative and supportive working environment What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

ACCA, CIMA, COUNCIL ROLES, Qualified Accountant Your new company and new role This role sits within our Finance pillar in the newly created Corporate & Support Services Directorate. Reporting to one of the Accounting Managers within the team, you will play a key role in supporting the accounting managers in maintaining effective financial management, compliance and team development within the Mid and East Antrim Borough Council. You will be responsible for contributing to accurate and timely financial management, reporting and compliance within the Council. Your role will entail maintaining financial records, preparing financial statements, management accounts and analysing financial data to support decision-making processes. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in budgeting, forecasting, treasury management and managing financial risks. As an accountant within the team, you will contribute to the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures, while providing guidance to key stakeholders on financial matters. Your role will be wide-ranging and varied and will involve management in one of the following key areas depending on your experience: •Financial Accountant •Management Accountant •Capital Accountant •Treasury Accountant You will also have the opportunity to rotate between the different areas, gaining valuable experience and a broad understanding of various accounting functions across the Council. This will allow you to develop a well-rounded skill set and contribute to diverse projects within the finance team. Main Duties1. Financial Management: Preparing accurate and timely financial reports for the accounting managers, including budgetary analysis, monthly and quarterly management accounts, balance sheets, income and expenditure statements and cash flow statements in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. This includes over-seeing and reviewing the completion of reconciliations and month-end journals. 2. Budget Oversight: Assist in the development and monitoring of annual budgets, ensuring alignment with the Council's Financial Strategy and business partnering with all areas of the business. Provide support in budget variance analysis and forecasting to help support decision-making processes and long-term planning. 3. Capital accounting: Oversee capital expenditure processes, including asset acquisition, depreciation, and disposal. Maintain accurate records of fixed assets and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations. 4. Treasury Management: Manage cash flow, liquidity, and investments to optimise returns while minimising risks, including regular cash flow forecasting. Monitor banking activities, review cash reconciliations, and execute fund transfers as necessary. 5. Accounts Receivable and Payable: Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable processes, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing, payment processing, and reconciliations. Monitor ageing reports and follow up on outstanding balances. 6 Grant Management: Ensure all income, including grants, is properly invoiced, recorded, and reconciled. Work closely with grant managers to monitor grant expenditures, compliance requirements, and reporting deadlines, contributing to the overall success of grant management activities. 7. Compliance and Audit: Ensure adherence to relevant financial regulations, accounting standards and internal controls. Coordinate and participate in internal and external audits, responding to enquiries and implementing audit recommendations. Preparation of statutory compliance, including VAT returns and partial exemption calculations. 8. Financial Analysis: Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to support decision-making processes, identify trends, and assess financial performance. Provide insightful recommendations to improve financial efficiency and effectiveness. 9. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with various stakeholders, including directors, heads of service and budget holders, and external partners, to provide financial guidance, support strategic initiatives, and address financial concerns. 10. Policy Development: Contribute to the development and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and controls to enhance transparency, accountability, and financial sustainability. 11. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within the finance department. Implement best practices and innovative solutions to optimise financial operations. 12. Staff Development: Mentor and develop junior staff members within the finance team. Provide guidance on technical skills, professional development, and career advancement opportunities. Foster a culture of continuous learning and growth 13. Achieve high standards of personal performance, through meeting agreed personal targets and undertaking planned programmes of professional development. 14 Comply with all the Council's policies and procedures. 15 Ensure correspondence, systems and records are always maintained with confidentiality and discretion and follow GDPR. 16 Other: Undertake any other duties which may be required in line with the level of the post as required What you'll need to succeed Applicants must hold a recognised accountancy qualification (CCAB or equivalent) and be a full member of one of the professional accountancy bodies (CCAB or equivalent). Applicants must demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples, that you have 2 years' experience in financial management, accounting or auditing with specialised expertise in capital accounting, treasury management, management accounting or financial accounting. What you'll get in return 3-month contract, get your foot in the door to then put yourself forward for the external perm post, 37-hour working week, hybrid and flexible working options available. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #