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Your New CompanyJoin a market-leading and highly respected organisation known for delivering exceptional service, innovation, and long-term value to its clients. The business has built an outstanding reputation within its sector and prides itself on investing in both its people and technology. You'll become part of a collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking culture where professional development is encouraged, achievements are recognised, and career progression is genuinely achievable. Your New RoleThis is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and high-performing team in a varied Fund Accountant position. Working closely with senior stakeholders, investors, auditors, and external advisers, you will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting the effective management of a diverse portfolio of funds.The role offers significant exposure across fund operations, financial reporting, treasury activities, and investor relations, providing an excellent platform for someone looking to further develop their career within fund management. Key Responsibilities Review and oversee a broad range of financial transactions processed by the bookkeeping team. Review bank reconciliations and general ledger reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness. Prepare treasury and liquidity reporting. Manage bridging facilities and associated compliance reporting requirements. Support external tax advisers with the preparation and review of VAT and Corporation Tax returns. Prepare and review monthly and quarterly management accounts. Prepare and review quarterly investor reporting packs. Assist with the preparation and review of audited and unaudited annual financial statements. Liaise with auditors, tax advisers, legal professionals, and other key external stakeholders. Support resource planning and delivery management to ensure client deadlines are consistently achieved. Identify and implement process improvements, helping to enhance controls, policies, and procedures. Gradually assume greater responsibility for the day-to-day management of a portfolio of clients as your experience develops. About YouTo be successful in this role, you will have a strong technical accounting background combined with experience gained within fund accounting, fund administration, or a related investment management environment. You will ideally possess: Previous experience within a Fund Accountant or Fund Management accounting role. ACA or ACCA Part Qualified Strong experience preparing and reviewing external and statutory financial reporting. A high level of attention to detail coupled with excellent analytical skills. The ability to prioritise workloads effectively and manage competing deadlines. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to build relationships across multiple stakeholders. A proactive approach and a genuine desire to contribute to a collaborative team environment. Full right to work in the UK. What to Do NextIf you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to send us your up-to-date CV, or call us today.If this position isn't quite right for you, but you're exploring new opportunities, please get in touch for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Financial Controller Based West Midlands with multi-site responsibilities c £75k - c £90k plus benefits This independent, profitable, long-established, entrepreneurial, multi-site, distribution company, with a £40m+turnover, seeks a new Financial Controller to leads its finance function. It is the 'number one' finance position for the company. Reporting to the Board, the Financial Controller will produce timely, accurate monthly management accounts together with understandable, concise analysis, commentary and first-class information for decision-making. This is very much a 'hands-on' role, where you will improve financial controls to highlight the trends in revenue, gross margin and profitability, whilst simultaneously ensuring the finance team of five are efficiently performing ledger, credit control and cash/banking activities. The successful candidate will ideally be a qualified accountant, with a broad accounting background in an SME environment, who is comfortable handling responsibility, and has a curious/continuous improvement mindset. You will be able enhance the budgeting/forecasting/cashflow aspects to facilitate improved financial awareness company-wide. You will be effective in controlling multi-site business finances, have a track record of improving processes, and will have a willingness to travel occasionally to operational sites in the UK to present and explain financial information to budget-holders. Please apply with your full CV quoting reference number 10566.

Accountant The Opportunity This role is suitable for a Part-Qualified Accountant, Qualified by Experience (QBE) Accountant, or Fully Qualified Accountant with previous experience managing a portfolio of clients within an accountancy practice environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and professional firm, offering a varied workload, client-facing responsibilities, and genuine click apply for full job details

Healthcare Senior / Semi Senior Accountant You will work as part of a dedicated healthcare accounting team, providing accounting and advisory support to a diverse portfolio of clients. The successful candidate will ideally have experience working with healthcare businesses, particularly GP practices, and a good understanding of the specific accounting and pension requirements associated with the sec click apply for full job details

Salary: £31,000 - £36,000 per annum (depending on experience) Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday Contract type: Permanent Location: Hybrid work with one day per week office attendance in Putney, London, SW15 About Us Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future. St Christopher's is a leading charity supporting children and young people. We are proud of our long history of delivering fostering services, children's homes, and innovative leaving care support across the UK. We are deeply committed to improving outcomes for young people, particularly those who are unable to remain in their family or foster homes. Everything we do places young people at the heart of our work, helping them build positive life experiences and brighter futures. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including people from different cultures, backgrounds, ages, abilities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, and those with caring responsibilities. About the Role Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will support accurate and timely transaction processing and help maintain effective financial controls. Key duties include: Process purchase invoices, staff expenses, monthly direct debit invoices and foster carer payments accurately and within deadlines. Maintain supplier details, resolve supplier queries, review aged creditors and prepare BACS payment runs for authorisation. Produce monthly sales invoices from contract and occupancy information, raise recharge invoices, and post and allocate receipts. Maintain accurate customer records, resolve queries and prepare monthly aged-debtor analysis. Review aged debt weekly and undertake appropriate credit control to keep debt within 30 days. Review weekly movement information, process rent invoices, issue tenant statements and work with home managers to manage arrears. Process Housing Benefit notifications, overpayments and refunds, and resolve rent and income-related queries. Post rent transactions and reconcile the rent bank account weekly and monthly. Administer cash-management activities, direct debits, standing orders and faster-payment requests in line with internal controls. Post and reconcile credit-card expenditure and complete monthly sales, rent and purchase ledger control-account reconciliations. Act as the first point of contact for purchase, sales and rent ledger queries, supporting and developing non-finance colleagues as required. Identify and mitigate potential fraud and financial risk, support finance-system and process improvements, and provide evidence and information for audit. About You Qualifications: AAT Level 3 or another equivalent qualification. Experience: At least two years' experience in a related role. Systems: Strong IT skills, including experience of accounting packages and intermediate Excel. Organisation: The ability to plan and organise work effectively to meet deadlines. Accuracy: A methodical approach and strong attention to detail. Problem solving: The ability to take ownership of work, investigate issues and develop practical solutions. Teamwork: A collaborative approach and commitment to contributing to positive team morale. Development: A commitment to continuous learning and a willingness to contribute ideas that improve processes. Communication: Professional written and verbal communication skills. Initiative: A proactive approach and the ability to work independently. Desirable: Working towards or having achieved AAT Level 4, experience in the social housing sector, and knowledge of Access Workspace or Access Dimensions. What We Offer Competitive salary : £31,000 - £36,000 per annum (depending on experience). A friendly working environment at a values-led charitable organisation. 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years' service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme. UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support. Cycle to work scheme. Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK both in store and online. Discretionary funded training programs for you to explore and attain new and relevant skills. Employee awards based on performance and length of service. How to Apply To apply, please scroll down and complete our application form along with a supporting statement outlining how you meet the criteria listed in the Person Specification. Please note that applications without a supporting statement will not be considered. For the full Job Description and Person Specification, please check our website. Please note we review applications as they are received, so early application is encouraged. Safer Recruitment note: St Christopher's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to thorough screening, including DBS checks. Please note that it is against the law to apply for work with Children/Young People if you are barred from working in Regulated Activity and if your name is added to a Children Barred List. All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked.

Meraki Talent is currently recruiting for an Accounting & Advisory Manager on behalf of an established accountancy practice offering a highly flexible working arrangement. This opportunity will suit an experienced practice accountant who enjoys managing client relationships, overseeing the delivery of accounting services and providing practical advice to owner-managed businesses, and is comfortable working fully remote. The Role: Working within the firm's Accounting & Business Advisory service line, you will take responsibility for managing a portfolio of clients, overseeing the delivery of accounting services and supporting the development of junior colleagues. Responsibilities are expected to include: Managing a portfolio of owner-managed businesses and SME clients. Overseeing the preparation and review of statutory accounts and management accounts. Acting as a key point of contact for clients, building relationships, and providing ongoing accounting and business advice. Reviewing work prepared by junior team members, providing technical guidance and supporting their development. Managing workflow, deadlines, and the overall quality of client deliverables. What's on Offer? Fully remote working, with office attendance once per quarter in Scotland. Flexibility to be based anywhere in the UK, with a preference for Scotland. An established client portfolio and varied accounting and advisory responsibilities. Opportunities to develop client relationships and take ownership of your work. The chance to remain in practice without the requirement for regular office attendance. Interested? For a confidential discussion about the opportunity, the firm, and the wider package available, please contact Dean Gorrie at Meraki Talent.

Full time equivalent £32-£40k Part time- 3 days per week or 9.30am-2.30pm, Monday to Friday North Liverpool, Free car parking We're working with a growing, forward-thinking accountancy practice with an experienced team and plans to continue expanding its services to small and medium-sized businesses. They are looking for a Semi Senior Accountant to prepare year-end accounts for a portfolio of SME clients. There will also be the opportunity to support the team with other accountancy duties, including VAT returns and accounts preparation. The practice is open to different levels of qualification and experience. You could be ACA or ACCA qualified, AAT qualified, qualified by experience, or have stopped studying. What you'll be doing Preparing full year-end accounts for SME clients Working with a varied portfolio of limited companies, sole traders and partnerships Supporting with VAT returns and accounts preparation Helping with other duties across the accountancy team as needed Building good working relationships with clients and colleagues What we're looking for Experience preparing accounts within an accountancy practice The ability to work with a range of SME clients A practical, hands-on approach and good attention to detail Confidence communicating with clients and colleagues ACA, ACCA, AAT, QBE or a stopped-studier background will all be considered Experience with Xero would be useful, but isn't essential What's on offer A choice of working pattern: three full days per week or 9.30am-2.30pm, Monday to Friday A supportive, hands-on Director and knowledgeable team Free parking, pension and 20 days' holiday plus bank holidays, pro rata Interested? Get in touch for a confidential conversation. Beam Recruit is a specialist Accountancy and Finance consultancy based in Liverpool, supporting businesses across the North West. Beam Recruit is a specialist Accountancy & Finance consultancy based in Liverpool covering vacancies in the North West. A note from us We get so many applications that in some instances we are unable to offer individual feedback. If your application is successful you will be contacted within 5 working days. If you want to call us for a confidential chat about any other vacancies or some guidance, we are happy to help.

Reed Accountancy & Finance are working exclusively with an established client in the Haywards Heath area who are seeking a Management Accountant to join their existing team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic organisation where you'll play a key role in driving financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making and partnering with operational teams. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll be responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, commercial insight and robust financial controls across multiple business entities. The role offers significant exposure to project accounting, international operations and senior stakeholders. Key responsibilities include: Preparing monthly management accounts, reporting packs, journals and reconciliations Managing budgets, forecasts and cash flow reporting Monitoring project profitability, WIP, costs and margins Supporting project managers with financial analysis and performance tracking Managing intercompany accounting and overseas financial operations Preparing tax and statutory submissions Supporting payroll processes and workforce reporting Raising purchase orders and sales invoices Business partnering with operational and senior management teams Driving continuous improvement across finance processes and They are looking for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working closely with the wider business and can turn financial data into meaningful insights. You'll ideally have: Degree-level education in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline ACCA/CIMA studying towards qualification or equivalent experience At least 5 years' experience in a similar Management Accountant role Experience within engineering, construction, projects or technical environments Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting skills Knowledge of Xero or Sage Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Experience working with multiple entities and intercompany transactions A proactive approach and a drive for continuous improvement Benefits Annual performance and profit-related bonus Private medical insurance Death in service Income protection cover An exciting opportunity so don't delay apply now!

Business and Operations Manager Location: Crewe, UK Salary: Up to 60,000pa (DOE) Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 8:30am-5:00pm We're recruiting for an experienced Business and Operations Manager to join an established company operating within the Waste Management sector. This opportunity would suit someone with a strong background in depot, warehouse, yard or skip hire/waste management operations who understands the importance of budgets, cost control and profitability. The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of how a busy operational site functions, from stock control and goods-in/goods-out processes through to cost management and financial reporting. Package Benefits: 21 days holiday + 8 banks - increasing to 25 days with service Company Pension Private Medical and Dental insurance Well-being programme and Mental Health Support Retail discounts On-site parking Excellent and on-going training programme Opportunity for growth and development within the company Key Responsibilities: Monitor operational performance, ensuring processes are efficient, cost-effective and profitable. Manage site budgets, expenditure, P&L performance and financial reporting. Oversee financial processes, including bookkeeping, invoicing, account reconciliation and cost tracking. Monitor company profitability, purchasing, inventory and goods-in/goods-out processes. Identify unexpected costs, financial discrepancies and opportunities to improve profitability. Analyse operational and financial performance, providing recommendations to improve efficiency and control expenditure. Requirements: Previous management experience within a depot, warehouse, yard, skip hire operation, waste transfer station or similar operational environment. Strong understanding of site and business profitability and efficiency, purchasing and operational processes. Good understanding of budgeting, cost control and the factors affecting site profitability. Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (AAT, ACCA, CIMA or ACA) desirable but not essential. Strong business acumen, analytical skills and ability to identify operational inefficiencies and financial risks. Experience within waste management or hazardous waste operations advantageous but not essential. If your experience matches please forward your CV immediately. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. We are looking for a Junior Project Accountant to join our Finance team in Belfast. In this role, you will support the financial management of key contracts and products through detailed analysis, forecasting and reporting, helping ensure the business has accurate and timely financial information to make informed decisions. We are looking for a newly qualified accountant to step into this opportunity. This is a broad and rewarding opportunity, offering the chance to work closely with Finance and Product teams in a complex technical environment. You will have real scope to develop your financial and commercial understanding while making a meaningful contribution to the success of the business. This role would be particularly well suited to a newly qualified accountant looking to develop their career within a leading technology and defence organisation. About Integrated Airspace Protection Systems Our purpose is to protect and defend, creating integrated solutions that bring together insight, coordination and decisive action. We respond rapidly with systems that support detection, fire control, engagement and mission sustainment. Our expertise covers three sectors: Surface Attack & Air Defence (UK), Air Defence (International), and Air Operations & Services, as well as Space. Main Responsibilities Prepare project estimates for Multi Year Budget (MYB) and rolling monthly forecast information. Prepare monthly CSR packs, reviewing costs, balance sheet areas, and monitoring the forecast and evolution of the project. Provide timely and accurate financial data to support the successful management of the business. Provide TM1 input support for rolling forecasts and Multi Year Budget activity. Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring balances are understood, accurate and appropriately justified. Ideal Experience & Skills You must be a Qualified Accountant, with CAI, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification. You must have really strong IT skills and be highly proficient in MS Excel. You must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the challenges of delivering high-quality financial operations. You should have a good practical/working understanding of ERP systems, ideally Oracle. You must have a track record of being able to quickly assimilate and analyse technical, financial and commercial data/information. Significant experience with Oracle would be advantageous. Financial experience within a manufacturing environment would be advantageous. Understanding and relevant experience of programme, contract or product accounting would be advantageous. Security Clearance Requirement Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held; however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: . Join Us At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future! At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!

The Wellcome Trust is a politically and financially independent global charitable foundation dedicated to improving health through science. Established in 1936, it is funded entirely through returns from a £39.9bn investment portfolio, enabling a planned £16bn spend between 2022 and 2032 across discovery research, infectious disease, mental health, and climate and health. Wellcome's mission, a healthier future for all, is grounded in collaboration, diversity of expertise, and bold, high-impact scientific ambition. We are now seeking as part of succession planning to appoint a Governor to join our Board of Governors who would chair the Audit and Risk Committee. The Governor role is a senior non-executive appointment on Wellcome's Board of Governors, responsible for shaping long-term strategy, safeguarding the endowment, and ensuring exemplary governance. Governors act as statutory directors of The Wellcome Trust Ltd., providing strategic oversight, setting risk appetite, holding leadership to account, and serving as ambassadors for Wellcome's mission and its commitments to equity, diversity, anti-racism, and inclusion. Chair, Audit & Risk Committee The ideal candidate will bring a mix of relevant commercial leadership, strategic acumen and board experience to contribute as a Governor across the board agenda, alongside financial expertise and the judgment and EQ to lead the Audit and Risk Committee. Ideal Experience and Capabilities Global outlook with stature and judgement to operate in a high-profile governance environment. Strong financial expertise, whether gained as CFO or qualified accountant, or as a CEO and seasoned board member. Able to oversee complex risk, audit and investment governance issues and navigate potential conflicts. Brings credibility with business, finance, science and public-sector stakeholders. Strong communication skills and sophisticated interpersonal and social awareness to contribute effectively as a Governor and skillfully chair the committee. Demonstrates the capacity and commitment required for a demanding role. Independent thinker with the ability to challenge constructively and lead a strong committee. How to apply We have appointed the leadership advisory firm Spencer Stuart to lead the search for this position. If you are interested in applying, please send your up-to-date CV and a supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role to: Closing date for applications is Monday November 2nd. You can view Spencer Stuart's privacy policy here . Please note any application submitted directly to Wellcome may not be considered. Time Commitment Wellcome anticipate a time commitment of approximately 35 days per year as a Governor and another 10 days to include the responsibility of chairing the committee. There are typically four two-day meetings per year; a two-day strategic off-site meeting and an overseas visit, plus several other shorter online Board meetings. Remuneration Governors are appointed under a contract for services, which is currently remunerated at £80,500 per annum. Governors can claim reasonable expenses properly incurred for attending board meetings, such as travel, or on other Wellcome related business. The appointments are for three years, requiring confirmation by the Board of Governors at the expiry of the first year. The appointments can be extended, by the board, by up to two additional terms of three years to a maximum of nine years. Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at Wellcome . We are committed to cultivating a fair andinclusiveenvironment, where everyone can be themselves and thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone. This includesmaking adjustmentsfor people who have a disability or long-term condition.Please visit our website for more information on adjustments and accessibility, or contact us at .

Job Description SAP FICO Manager Derby Full time Why join Rolls-Royce? At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting, and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture. Position Summary The Global Business Services (GBS) SAP FICO Manager is the primary functional and technical authority for the Finance SAP landscape, governing the Chart of Accounts (CoA), master data structures, period-end processes, and finance-related system design. This role acts as the gatekeeper for all Finance master data and structural changes in SAP, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with accounting standards and organisational policies. In addition to governance and strategic leadership, the role carries direct responsibility for the execution and control of core SAP financial processes, ensuring the operational integrity of month-end, year-end, and financial reporting activities. The role is accountable for driving data integrity, supporting projects, advising the business on SAP financial processes, and leading the technical setup for GBS SAP-related initiatives across entities and service centres. The role balances strategic SAP finance leadership with hands-on operational delivery, including ownership of financial system processes, controls, and continuous improvement initiatives. What you will be doing: SAP Finance Governance & Master Data Leadership Act as the global SAP Finance (FI/CO) Subject Matter Expert, providing guidance on finance processes, systems, and controls. Own and govern core Finance master data, including the Chart of Accounts, Cost Centres, Profit Centres, organisational structures, and related financial hierarchies. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies. Lead master data governance, quality, approvals, and lifecycle management across the SAP landscape. Financial Close, Controls & Reporting Manage SAP-related month-end and year-end processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial close activities. Oversee key financial processes including reconciliations, accruals, settlements, revaluations, and journal processing. Maintain period-end controls and resolve issues impacting financial reporting and data integrity. Support internal and external audits through the provision of reports, reconciliations, and control documentation. SAP Projects, Change & Transformation Lead SAP Finance design and delivery activities for business change initiatives, system enhancements, acquisitions, divestments, and regulatory changes. Partner with IT and external providers on upgrades, releases, and solution development. Support finance data migration, integration, testing, and implementation activities. Provide expert input into cross-functional process and system design decisions. Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence Drive improvement, automation, and optimisation initiatives across Finance processes and SAP capabilities. Identify and resolve complex system issues, reducing operational risk and improving efficiency. Manage critical SAP operational processes, including financial job scheduling, monitoring, configuration, and exception management. Promote best practices and leverage emerging SAP capabilities to improve business performance. Stakeholder Management, Service Delivery & Team Development Serve as the primary SAP Finance contact for Shared Service Centres, Finance teams, and business stakeholders. Provide expert support, guidance, and issue resolution to users globally. Build organisational capability through training, coaching, and knowledge sharing. Develop and mentor Finance Analysts and future SAP Finance specialists. Position qualifications: Professionally qualified accountant (or equivalent) with strong post-qualification experience. Significant experience in SAP FI/CO implementation, support, or enhancement roles. Experience working within a Finance Shared Service environment. Proven experience managing both strategic SAP Finance initiatives and hands-on operational financial processes. Experience delivering large-scale data migration or SAP template rollout programmes is highly desirable. To work for this Rolls-Royce business area an individual has to hold a Security Check clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you do not currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets we can only progress applications from individualswho are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national. Regional Benefits Generous Annual Leave Retirement Savings through the Rolls-Royce Retirement Savings Trust Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury Your Shares: Matched is a simple way to own Rolls-Royce shares and invest in our future, together. Buy one share, get one free! Rolls-Royce Your Shares: Matched Digital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient, and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too. Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive. Closing Date: 08.10.2026 As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided. Job Category Finance Posting Date 20 Oct 2026; 00:10 Posting End Date 30 Oct 2026

Job Title Director of Product Management - AI & Platform Capabilities Job Description About the role Help shape how AI transforms the work of small businesses, accountants and bookkeepers. As Director of Product Management, Small Business Platform Intelligence & Connectivity, you will own the strategy, roadmap and delivery of shared capabilities that connect trusted data, systems and agents to enable world-class AI-driven experiences across Sage and its ecosystem. We want you to help us see where these technologies can make the biggest difference: saving customers time, helping them grow their businesses, improving their day-to-day work and making their lives easier. You will set a clear direction, make informed investment choices and turn that direction into capabilities and experiences that deliver measurable value. You will lead a dedicated group of Product Managers and Product Owners, partnering with Product Management leaders, Engineers, Architects and UX Designers to deliver reusable platform capabilities. You will balance ambition with practical delivery, customer trust and the cost of operating AI at scale. This is a hybrid role working 3 days a week in our Newcastle office. Key Responsibilities Key accountabilities Set the strategy and direction • Own and evolve the product vision, strategy and roadmap for Small Business Platform Intelligence & Connectivity, aligned with Sage's wider product and business priorities. • Identify where Sage should invest, experiment, scale or stop. Make clear choices about the customer problems to solve and the capabilities needed to solve them. • Bring an informed perspective on emerging AI technologies, market developments and ecosystem opportunities. Distinguish promising experiments from capabilities ready for dependable use at scale. Connect opportunity with customer value • Build a deep understanding of critical Accounting, Payroll and HR journeys, including how accountants and bookkeepers support small businesses. • Work with product teams, research and design to identify opportunities to remove repetitive work, improve decisions and help customers complete tasks with confidence. • Balance time savings, quality and ease of use with delivery effort and ongoing cost. Choose the appropriate approach for each problem, whether AI, machine learning or established automation. Build intelligence that scales • Define the direction for Small Business Platform Intelligence & Connectivity capabilities, enabling teams to build consistent AI experiences using shared capabilities rather than duplicating effort across products. • Partner with Architecture and Engineering on the capabilities needed for agents and workflows, customer context, data access, integration, evaluation and monitoring. • Make adoption practical through clear onboarding, documentation, integration patterns and a strong developer experience. Understand product team needs and use their feedback to improve the Factory. • Work with partner and developer teams to enable appropriate external use of capabilities through secure APIs and tools, including MCP, where this supports the strategy. Own delivery and the economics of AI • Translate strategy into a prioritised roadmap with clear customer outcomes, milestones, dependencies and accountable owners. Align shared capability delivery with product launches. • Lead decisions on priorities and trade-offs with Product, Architecture and Engineering. Resolve blockers, manage dependencies and communicate mitigation plans when delivery is at risk. • Own the product investment case and track operating costs alongside benefits. Assess model and infrastructure choices with technical teams, including build, buy and reuse decisions. • Set measurable success criteria before delivery and evaluate results after launch. Track customer adoption, task completion, time saved, quality, reliability and cost per successful task; use the evidence to improve or stop investments. Deliver experiences customers can trust • Embed responsible AI, privacy, security and appropriate controls into product decisions, working with Sage's specialist teams and established governance. • Ensure AI actions respect existing customer permissions and access rights. Define where customers need visibility, confirmation or control over automation and agent actions. • Agree quality and evaluation expectations with technical teams, including accuracy, failure handling and monitoring, before capabilities are released and scaled. • Lead people and influence across Sage • Lead, coach and develop a dedicated group of product managers and product owners, setting clear expectations for product judgement, delivery and outcomes. • Build strong relationships across Product Management, Architecture, Engineering, UX and commercial teams. Securing agreement on priorities, adoption, commitments and ownership. • Communicate the strategy, evidence and decisions clearly to senior leaders, teams and partners. Encourage challenge and feedback, and build alignment through change. What you will bring Essential experience and capabilities • Senior product leadership: Experience owning strategy, roadmap and outcomes for a complex platform or technical product portfolio at Director level or equivalent. • Production AI delivery: A track record of launching and scaling AI capabilities, including generative AI or agentic experiences, with measurable improvements in quality, adoption and cost. • Platform product management: Experience building shared capabilities that multiple teams or partners adopt to deliver valuable customer experiences. • Technical fluency: Confidence working with engineers and architects on AI systems, APIs, integrations, data access and cloud platforms to assess feasibility and make informed trade-offs. • People leadership: Experience developing product managers or product owners, strengthening their judgement and accountability for outcomes. • Customer and commercial judgement: The ability to connect platform investment to customer needs, build credible business cases and prioritise competing opportunities. • Leadership across boundaries: A record of resolving complex trade-offs and securing commitment across teams and senior stakeholders. • Practical AI fluency: Hands-on use of AI tools for discovery, prototyping and analysis, with sound judgement about their outputs and limitations. Additional experience that would be valuable • Building agent frameworks, workflow orchestration, AI evaluation or observability capabilities, or developer platforms for AI. • Working with MCP, secure tool access, agent interoperability or external developer and partner ecosystems. • Delivering products where sensitive data, financial accuracy, permissions and auditability are central to customer trust. • Experience in accounting, fintech, payroll, HR or software for small businesses and professional practices. • Scaling shared capabilities across products, markets or complex technology estates. What success looks like • Small Business Platform Intelligence & Connectivity has a clear strategy and an agreed roadmap, with investment connected to priority customer and business outcomes. • Product teams and partners can adopt shared capabilities more quickly and confidently, with increasing reuse and less duplicated effort. • AI experiences deliver measurable improvements in the work customers do, including successful task completion, time saved and confidence in the result. • Connectivity enables valuable workflows across Sage and its ecosystem, with clear access controls and a dependable developer experience. • Quality, reliability and operating costs are understood and actively managed as adoption grows. • The product managers and product owners have clear ownership, grow their capability and deliver effectively with their engineering, architecture, design and product partners. At Sage, we offer you an environment where you can grow professionally without compromising your personal well-being. Our benefits package is designed to provide stability, flexibility, and balance: Benefits video - • Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage • Work away scheme for up to 10 weeks a year • On-going training and professional development • Paid 5 days yearly to volunteer through our Sage Foundation • Flexible work patterns and hybrid working Function Product Delivery Country United Kingdom Office Location Newcastle Work Place type Hybrid Advert Working at Sage means you're supporting millions of small and medium sized businesses globally with technology to work faster and smarter. We leverage the future of AI, meaning business owners spend less time doing routine tasks, like entering invoices and generating reports, and more time pursuing their ambitions. Our colleagues are the best of the best. It's why we were awarded 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor. Because to achieve extraordinary outcomes, we need extraordinary teams. This means infusing Sage with people who knock down barriers, continuously innovate, and want to experience their potential. Learn more about working at Sage: Watch a video about our culture: v=qIoiCpZH-QE We celebrate individuality and welcome you to join us if you embrace all backgrounds, identities, beliefs . click apply for full job details

Job Title Senior Product Marketing Manager Job Description At Sage, we're building the next generation of AI-powered accounting to radically simplify how small businesses manage their finances. We're looking for a Senior Product Marketing Manager to lead the proposition. Reporting to the Director of Product Marketing for Small Business, this role is ideal for someone who can turn complex innovation into clear customer value, challenge the status quo with bold thinking and bring deep empathy for the needs of small businesses and accountants. You'll own the PMM strategy for Sage's AI accounting proposition, influencing and collaborating with product teams you'll turn product vision into a clear, compelling and commercially successful proposition. You'll define how the proposition meets the distinct needs of ICPs, shaping the positioning, messaging and customer experience. Working across Product, Commercial, Growth and regional teams, you'll define the messaging and positioning of the proposition and lead the GTM strategy for tier 1 launches. You'll connect customer insight with pricing, packaging, go-to-market and in-life customer decisions, helping Sage unlock new growth opportunities. Location - Hybrid, 3 days per week in our London or Newcastle offices and 2 days from home. Key Responsibilities • Own the ICP-specific value propositions, positioning and messaging, translating complex AI capabilities into clear customer and commercial value. • Lead customer, market and competitor insight, testing assumptions and creating the evidence bank needed to guide product decisions, strengthen claims and support GTM investment. • Partner with Product and Commercial teams to influence the roadmap, customer experience, pricing and packaging to drive disruption and differentiation in market. • Partner with growth teams to create integrated launch strategies from early adopter programmes through to generally available releases, setting target audiences, market sequencing, channel plans, success measures and launch phase gates. • Own the end-to-end lifecycle strategy for each ICP, from acquisition through in-life management, driving engagement, retention and ARPU growth. • Drive cross-functional readiness across Marketing, Sales, Partners, Support and Customer Success, ensuring teams have the messaging, enablement, assets and customer communications required to execute. • Drive commercial performance, turning customer and commercial feedback into action, and identify new use cases, segments and monetisation opportunities that expand the propositions long-term potential. What We're Looking For: • Experience in Product Marketing, ideally in B2B SaaS • Proven track record in proposition development that deliver commercial outcomes. • Track record applying AI capabilities within products and propositions to deliver better customer outcomes. • Strong grasp of AI tools and processes, using them effectively to work faster and improve productivity. • A strategic thinker who's customer-obsessed and passionate about elevating the small business experience. • Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder management skills and a bias for action. • Curious, adaptable, and excited by the challenge of building and scaling products in a fast-paced environment. Benefits? We have plenty • Generous bonuses and pension scheme: Up to 8% matched pension contribution plus 2% top-up by Sage • 25 days of paid annual leave with the option to buy up to another 5 days • 8 bank holiday days • Paid 5 days yearly to volunteer through our Sage Foundation • 50% income protection • Holiday buy + sell • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage • Work away scheme for up to 10 weeks a year • Ongoing training and professional development • Hybrid working • Healthy Mind app membership • Access to various helpful memberships for finances, health and wellbeing Function Product Country United Kingdom Office Location London;Newcastle Work Place type Hybrid Advert Working at Sage means you're supporting millions of small and mid-sized businesses globally with technology to work smarter and move faster. We build software that reduces busywork so customers can spend less time on admin and more time building their business. Our colleagues are high-performers who prioritise growth, make bold choices, and focus and galvanise to get things done. They work on meaningful, market-shaping initiatives that stretch their skills, sharpen their craft, and create real customer impact. Explore our culture and benefits: We celebrate individuality and welcome you to join us if you embrace all backgrounds, identities, beliefs, and ways of working. We're a Disability Confident employer - if you're applying through this scheme or need adjustments at any stage, contact .

Job Title Senior Product Marketing Manager Job Description At Sage, we're building the next generation of AI-powered accounting to radically simplify how small businesses manage their finances. We're looking for a Senior Product Marketing Manager to lead the proposition. Reporting to the Director of Product Marketing for Small Business, this role is ideal for someone who can turn complex innovation into clear customer value, challenge the status quo with bold thinking and bring deep empathy for the needs of small businesses and accountants. You'll own the PMM strategy for Sage's AI accounting proposition, influencing and collaborating with product teams you'll turn product vision into a clear, compelling and commercially successful proposition. You'll define how the proposition meets the distinct needs of ICPs, shaping the positioning, messaging and customer experience. Working across Product, Commercial, Growth and regional teams, you'll define the messaging and positioning of the proposition and lead the GTM strategy for tier 1 launches. You'll connect customer insight with pricing, packaging, go-to-market and in-life customer decisions, helping Sage unlock new growth opportunities. Location - Hybrid, 3 days per week in our London or Newcastle offices and 2 days from home. Key Responsibilities • Own the ICP-specific value propositions, positioning and messaging, translating complex AI capabilities into clear customer and commercial value. • Lead customer, market and competitor insight, testing assumptions and creating the evidence bank needed to guide product decisions, strengthen claims and support GTM investment. • Partner with Product and Commercial teams to influence the roadmap, customer experience, pricing and packaging to drive disruption and differentiation in market. • Partner with growth teams to create integrated launch strategies from early adopter programmes through to generally available releases, setting target audiences, market sequencing, channel plans, success measures and launch phase gates. • Own the end-to-end lifecycle strategy for each ICP, from acquisition through in-life management, driving engagement, retention and ARPU growth. • Drive cross-functional readiness across Marketing, Sales, Partners, Support and Customer Success, ensuring teams have the messaging, enablement, assets and customer communications required to execute. • Drive commercial performance, turning customer and commercial feedback into action, and identify new use cases, segments and monetisation opportunities that expand the propositions long-term potential. What We're Looking For: • Experience in Product Marketing, ideally in B2B SaaS • Proven track record in proposition development that deliver commercial outcomes. • Track record applying AI capabilities within products and propositions to deliver better customer outcomes. • Strong grasp of AI tools and processes, using them effectively to work faster and improve productivity. • A strategic thinker who's customer-obsessed and passionate about elevating the small business experience. • Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder management skills and a bias for action. • Curious, adaptable, and excited by the challenge of building and scaling products in a fast-paced environment. Benefits? We have plenty • Generous bonuses and pension scheme: Up to 8% matched pension contribution plus 2% top-up by Sage • 25 days of paid annual leave with the option to buy up to another 5 days • 8 bank holiday days • Paid 5 days yearly to volunteer through our Sage Foundation • 50% income protection • Holiday buy + sell • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage • Work away scheme for up to 10 weeks a year • Ongoing training and professional development • Hybrid working • Healthy Mind app membership • Access to various helpful memberships for finances, health and wellbeing Function Product Country United Kingdom Office Location London;Newcastle Work Place type Hybrid Advert Working at Sage means you're supporting millions of small and mid-sized businesses globally with technology to work smarter and move faster. We build software that reduces busywork so customers can spend less time on admin and more time building their business. Our colleagues are high-performers who prioritise growth, make bold choices, and focus and galvanise to get things done. They work on meaningful, market-shaping initiatives that stretch their skills, sharpen their craft, and create real customer impact. Explore our culture and benefits: We celebrate individuality and welcome you to join us if you embrace all backgrounds, identities, beliefs, and ways of working. We're a Disability Confident employer - if you're applying through this scheme or need adjustments at any stage, contact .

Job Title Sr M&A Analyst Job Description This person will support M&A execution for Sage globally helping to deliver on one of the key strategic initiatives for the company. this is a hybrid role based 3 days per week from our London office Key Responsibilities Summary of the Role As a Senior M&A Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting Sage's global mergers and acquisitions strategy. Working within the Corporate Development team, you will contribute across the full M&A lifecycle, from evaluating opportunities through to transaction execution and handover to the integration team. This is a highly visible role that offers exposure to senior leaders and stakeholders across Finance, Product, Go-to-Market, Legal and Corporate Development teams. You will work across both European and North American transactions, supporting strategic initiatives that help drive Sage's growth. The role provides an excellent opportunity to develop broad M&A experience while working closely with senior decision-makers on high-impact projects. What I'll Be Doing You will support the execution of acquisitions and strategic transactions across multiple markets, helping to manage activities throughout the entire deal lifecycle. This will include supporting deal origination, conducting financial analysis, coordinating due diligence processes, and assisting with transaction execution through to integration handover. You will build and maintain financial models, analyse business opportunities, prepare valuation assessments, and develop business cases to support investment decisions. A key part of the role will involve preparing materials for senior leadership and the M&A Committee, including investment papers, approval memoranda, presentations, and recommendations. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external advisers, including lawyers, accountants and investment bankers, you will help coordinate multiple workstreams to ensure transactions progress effectively. You will also play an active role in project management activities, stakeholder engagement, and supporting strategic discussions around potential acquisition opportunities. What Are We Looking For? We're looking for a commercially minded finance professional with approximately two to three years of relevant experience gained within Corporate Development, Corporate Finance, Transaction Advisory, Financial Due Diligence, Investment Banking, or a similar analytical environment. You will have strong financial modelling and valuation skills, with the ability to analyse complex information and translate it into clear recommendations. You should be comfortable managing multiple stakeholders and coordinating projects, demonstrating strong organisational and project management capabilities. The successful candidate will be intellectually curious, highly analytical, and genuinely interested in mergers and acquisitions and corporate strategy. Strong communication skills are essential, as you'll be required to present information and insights to senior stakeholders and work effectively across global teams. A bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline is preferred. Experience within the technology sector, SaaS businesses, corporate development teams, transaction advisory practices, or investment banking environments would be particularly valuable. Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is eager to learn, enjoys working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, and wants to build a long-term career gaining exposure to strategic transactions and corporate growth initiatives. Function Corporate Development Country United Kingdom Office Location London Work Place type Hybrid Advert Working at Sage means you're supporting millions of small and mid-sized businesses globally with technology to work smarter and move faster. We build software that reduces busywork so customers can spend less time on admin and more time building their business. Our colleagues are high-performers who prioritise growth, make bold choices, and focus and galvanise to get things done. They work on meaningful, market-shaping initiatives that stretch their skills, sharpen their craft, and create real customer impact. Explore our culture and benefits: We celebrate individuality and welcome you to join us if you embrace all backgrounds, identities, beliefs, and ways of working. We're a Disability Confident employer - if you're applying through this scheme or need adjustments at any stage, contact .

Location: Newbury+ Hybrid Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits Working hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday Duration: 12 Months Fixed Term Contract Hybrid We believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week, for at least 8 days per month. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team. Who We Are We're here to build a network the UK can count on - one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online - we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future's being built - today. We're creating more than the UK's best network. We're helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress. We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there's space for you here. We're building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves. You'll join a team that genuinely cares - about each other, about our customers, and about the future we're building. From day one, you'll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Why VodafoneThree Join us and you'll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last. We're not just expanding connectivity; we're reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country. You'll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you'll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone. We move at pace, because what we're building matters - and we're learning as we go. We're proud of the progress we've made, but we're just getting started. Join us at the heart of our business in Corporate, one of the central support functions that underpin our business and keep us moving forward. We provide centralised support, expertise and guidance across our UK and Group operations, continuing to build on our success and trailblazing the way to our next stage of digital growth. What you'll do This is a unique opportunity to join a business at a defining moment in its transformation. As we bring together two leading organisations to create the UK's largest mobile network provider, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of £2.5bn of annual revenue. Working within the Consumer Business Revenue & Margin team, you'll help shape robust financial processes, support key revenue accounting activities, and contribute to building a best-in-class finance function for the future. You'll collaborate with colleagues across the business, influence continuous improvement initiatives, and gain exposure to some of the most complex accounting areas in the organisation. You'll prepare, calculate and post monthly revenue and margin journals within Oracle, ensuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with established controls. You'll take ownership of balance sheet reconciliations, identifying risks and opportunities, resolving reconciling items, and ensuring timely submission through the Cadency balance sheet control system. You'll support the accurate accounting of key revenue and margin areas, including the Smarty brand, B2B accounts, supply chain costs, and line of business allocations. You'll gather, organise and maintain SOX compliance evidence, helping ensure controls are effectively documented and audit-ready. You'll work closely with your manager and wider finance colleagues to support month-end reporting activities and ad hoc revenue and margin analysis. You'll build strong partnerships with colleagues across the business, including counterparts in the Vodafone UK finance team, to compare processes, share knowledge, and identify best practices. You'll contribute ideas that improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and simplify ways of working across the revenue accounting landscape. You'll help drive consistency, accuracy and compliance while supporting the successful integration of finance processes within a transforming organisation. Who you are You're a part-qualified accountant or qualified by experience, with a strong foundation in financial accounting principles. You bring solid experience across core accounting activities, including accruals, prepayments, month-end close, forecasting, and balance sheet reconciliations. You're highly organised and able to balance multiple priorities while delivering accurate work to tight deadlines. You're comfortable working with detailed financial information and have a strong focus on quality, controls, and continuous improvement. You're an effective collaborator who values building positive relationships and supporting colleagues to achieve shared goals. You're proactive, curious and motivated to find smarter ways of working that enhance efficiency and strengthen outcomes. You're confident using Excel and Oracle to manage, analyse and report financial information. You're able to communicate clearly and work effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders. You're adaptable and excited by the opportunity to contribute within a fast-moving, transformational environment. Experience within the telecommunications industry would be advantageous. Exposure to SAP and process integration initiatives would be beneficial. You're committed to delivering accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting while helping create a culture where everyone can thrive and succeed together. Worried that you don't meet all the desired criteria exactly? We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in. What we offer We care about our people's success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies. Need to Know We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website ( ) for guidance. We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements. During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are-your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we're looking for authenticity and can't wait to get to know the real you.