Client Manager - Accountancy Practice Location: Banbury Salary: £49-65K plus excellent benefits package Our client is one of the fastest-growing independent accounting and business advisory firms in the UK, providing tailored audit, accounting, payroll, taxation and advisory services to a broad client base click apply for full job details
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Client Manager - Accountancy Practice Location: Banbury Salary: £49-65K plus excellent benefits package Our client is one of the fastest-growing independent accounting and business advisory firms in the UK, providing tailored audit, accounting, payroll, taxation and advisory services to a broad client base click apply for full job details
Client Manager - Accountancy Practice Location: Stratford-upon-Avon Salary: £49-65K plus excellent benefits package Our client is one of the fastest-growing independent accounting and business advisory firms in the UK, providing tailored audit, accounting, payroll, taxation and advisory services to a broad client base click apply for full job details
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Client Manager - Accountancy Practice Location: Stratford-upon-Avon Salary: £49-65K plus excellent benefits package Our client is one of the fastest-growing independent accounting and business advisory firms in the UK, providing tailored audit, accounting, payroll, taxation and advisory services to a broad client base click apply for full job details
Overview Annual salary: up to £28,435.05 Finance Assistant Location: Gloucester Contract: Permanent / Full time position; Monday - Friday 08:30-17:00 Salary: £28,435, plus great company benefits Mears is uniquely placed to address the major challenges in the housing and social care industry. If you are a Finance Assistant looking to be part of a growing organisation this opportunity can offer great rewards and opportunity. Mears is a market leader in providing housing services to the affordable housing sector, and a major presence in the housing with care market. Mears Group's vision is to make a positive difference to the people we serve by improving homes, improving communities and improving lives. We do this by developing outstanding partnerships with employees, clients, tenants, customers, their families and the wider community. We are looking for people who can help us deliver on our values, fulfil our future ambitions and their own. About the Role Mears Group is currently searching for a proactive Finance Assistant with a flexible approach to support our business. You will be responsible for the timely and accurate reconciliation of group bank accounts and intercompany accounts, making ad-hoc payments and the reconciliation of a number of control accounts. Working as part of a small dedicated team in Gloucester, with the option of hybrid work once competent with our system and processes. You will report to the Head of Financial Accounting and, as a team, will help ensure the smooth running of the accounts department, completing tasks accurately and to strict deadlines, providing the business with the highest level of service at all times. Mears Group strives for career progression. If you are looking to start or continue a finance qualification such as AAT, Mears is well placed to support you whilst you continue to work towards this qualification. Responsibilities Reconciling a number of the Group's bank accounts on a daily basis and pro-actively ensuring items arising are dealt with daily; producing the daily cashbook in a timely manner. Ensuring expenses and petty cash requests are made in accordance with the Group's expenses policy; processing expenses claims and passing to payroll within deadlines. Processing ad-hoc BACS and CHAPS payments in accordance with agreed deadlines. Reconciling a number of control accounts, including the payroll and expenses control accounts. Ensuring purchase invoice imports are posted accurately in accordance with deadlines. Intercompany reconciliations and posting any necessary journals. Assisting with journals for the monthly management accounts for the group support functions. Providing holiday cover for Finance Assistants working on other Group companies. E-mail management across multiple inboxes. Key Criteria Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) Basic knowledge and understanding of accounting practices Experience in a commercial environment A great team player and collaborative working Problem solver and results oriented Good Excel knowledge IT literate with confident written communication skills Ability to work alone or as part of a team, demonstrates company values with exceptional communication and customer service An entry level accounting qualification is beneficial, but not required Benefits Family friendly policy including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and more Generous Pension Scheme Sick Pay Refer a friend scheme (total award £1000) Share saver scheme Eye test vouchers Employee Assistance Programme (free counselling) Wellbeing service with trained mental health and wellbeing advisors Mears Annual Family Fun Day (fully paid including lunch) Mears Rewards - high street vouchers Volunteering Leave to support social value commitments Excellent training and development opportunities and 25 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays Note: All roles require entitlement to work in the UK. Mears does not offer visa sponsorship. All roles are subject to DBS/Security checks before commencement of employment. Apply below or discuss your application further; contact: Joe Monger () If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way. At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and have earned the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award. We endorse the Career Transition Partnership and promote social mobility; optional background information may be shared during application to help improve opportunities for candidates from diverse backgrounds.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Overview Annual salary: up to £28,435.05 Finance Assistant Location: Gloucester Contract: Permanent / Full time position; Monday - Friday 08:30-17:00 Salary: £28,435, plus great company benefits Mears is uniquely placed to address the major challenges in the housing and social care industry. If you are a Finance Assistant looking to be part of a growing organisation this opportunity can offer great rewards and opportunity. Mears is a market leader in providing housing services to the affordable housing sector, and a major presence in the housing with care market. Mears Group's vision is to make a positive difference to the people we serve by improving homes, improving communities and improving lives. We do this by developing outstanding partnerships with employees, clients, tenants, customers, their families and the wider community. We are looking for people who can help us deliver on our values, fulfil our future ambitions and their own. About the Role Mears Group is currently searching for a proactive Finance Assistant with a flexible approach to support our business. You will be responsible for the timely and accurate reconciliation of group bank accounts and intercompany accounts, making ad-hoc payments and the reconciliation of a number of control accounts. Working as part of a small dedicated team in Gloucester, with the option of hybrid work once competent with our system and processes. You will report to the Head of Financial Accounting and, as a team, will help ensure the smooth running of the accounts department, completing tasks accurately and to strict deadlines, providing the business with the highest level of service at all times. Mears Group strives for career progression. If you are looking to start or continue a finance qualification such as AAT, Mears is well placed to support you whilst you continue to work towards this qualification. Responsibilities Reconciling a number of the Group's bank accounts on a daily basis and pro-actively ensuring items arising are dealt with daily; producing the daily cashbook in a timely manner. Ensuring expenses and petty cash requests are made in accordance with the Group's expenses policy; processing expenses claims and passing to payroll within deadlines. Processing ad-hoc BACS and CHAPS payments in accordance with agreed deadlines. Reconciling a number of control accounts, including the payroll and expenses control accounts. Ensuring purchase invoice imports are posted accurately in accordance with deadlines. Intercompany reconciliations and posting any necessary journals. Assisting with journals for the monthly management accounts for the group support functions. Providing holiday cover for Finance Assistants working on other Group companies. E-mail management across multiple inboxes. Key Criteria Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) Basic knowledge and understanding of accounting practices Experience in a commercial environment A great team player and collaborative working Problem solver and results oriented Good Excel knowledge IT literate with confident written communication skills Ability to work alone or as part of a team, demonstrates company values with exceptional communication and customer service An entry level accounting qualification is beneficial, but not required Benefits Family friendly policy including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and more Generous Pension Scheme Sick Pay Refer a friend scheme (total award £1000) Share saver scheme Eye test vouchers Employee Assistance Programme (free counselling) Wellbeing service with trained mental health and wellbeing advisors Mears Annual Family Fun Day (fully paid including lunch) Mears Rewards - high street vouchers Volunteering Leave to support social value commitments Excellent training and development opportunities and 25 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays Note: All roles require entitlement to work in the UK. Mears does not offer visa sponsorship. All roles are subject to DBS/Security checks before commencement of employment. Apply below or discuss your application further; contact: Joe Monger () If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way. At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and have earned the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award. We endorse the Career Transition Partnership and promote social mobility; optional background information may be shared during application to help improve opportunities for candidates from diverse backgrounds.
German & English?Speaking HR Coordinator 18?Month FTC (Maternity Cover) Financial Services / Private Equity Hybrid 3 days per week in the Frankfurt office Euro London is partnering with a leading international Private Equity firm to recruit a fluent German and English?speaking HR Coordinator for their Frankfurt office. In this role, you will support employees across Germany, Sweden and other European locations, acting as a trusted first point of contact for HR queries and ensuring colleagues receive timely, accurate and supportive guidance. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who wants to combine hands?on HR coordination with language skills in a global, high?performing environment. Typical duties: will include, yet will not be limited to the following: Serve as the first point of contact for HR enquiries, escalating to Advisors where appropriate Maintain accurate and up?to?date employee records Manage onboarding and offboarding processes, including background checks, references, payroll coordination and ongoing compliance monitoring Monitor the HR inbox daily and respond to queries within agreed SLAs Track probation periods, absences and promotion criteria, liaising with managers and preparing relevant documentation Produce HR reports for internal stakeholders Support Recruitment and L&D teams when required Stay informed on European HR policies and procedures Update internal documents and policies in line with company or legislative changes Contribute to ad hoc HR projects as needed Essential skills required: Fluency in German and English (written and spoken) Previous HR administration experience in an international environment Solid understanding of German employment law Strong communication and interpersonal skills High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information Proactive team player with a solution?focused mindset Confident user of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel Experience with Workday is an advantage Why join this organisation? Work for a highly reputable, global Private Equity firm Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Central Frankfurt office with flexible hybrid working (3 days in?office) Join a collaborative, supportive and high?performing HR team where your contributions are valued If you d like to discuss the role further or review the full job specification and package details, please get in touch. Please be advised that all CVs will be treated in the strictest confidence and your application will not be forwarded without your permission. We aim to respond promptly; however, due to the high volume of applications, we are only able to contact candidates whose experience closely matches our client s requirements. For more opportunities, please visit our website.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
German & English?Speaking HR Coordinator 18?Month FTC (Maternity Cover) Financial Services / Private Equity Hybrid 3 days per week in the Frankfurt office Euro London is partnering with a leading international Private Equity firm to recruit a fluent German and English?speaking HR Coordinator for their Frankfurt office. In this role, you will support employees across Germany, Sweden and other European locations, acting as a trusted first point of contact for HR queries and ensuring colleagues receive timely, accurate and supportive guidance. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who wants to combine hands?on HR coordination with language skills in a global, high?performing environment. Typical duties: will include, yet will not be limited to the following: Serve as the first point of contact for HR enquiries, escalating to Advisors where appropriate Maintain accurate and up?to?date employee records Manage onboarding and offboarding processes, including background checks, references, payroll coordination and ongoing compliance monitoring Monitor the HR inbox daily and respond to queries within agreed SLAs Track probation periods, absences and promotion criteria, liaising with managers and preparing relevant documentation Produce HR reports for internal stakeholders Support Recruitment and L&D teams when required Stay informed on European HR policies and procedures Update internal documents and policies in line with company or legislative changes Contribute to ad hoc HR projects as needed Essential skills required: Fluency in German and English (written and spoken) Previous HR administration experience in an international environment Solid understanding of German employment law Strong communication and interpersonal skills High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information Proactive team player with a solution?focused mindset Confident user of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel Experience with Workday is an advantage Why join this organisation? Work for a highly reputable, global Private Equity firm Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Central Frankfurt office with flexible hybrid working (3 days in?office) Join a collaborative, supportive and high?performing HR team where your contributions are valued If you d like to discuss the role further or review the full job specification and package details, please get in touch. Please be advised that all CVs will be treated in the strictest confidence and your application will not be forwarded without your permission. We aim to respond promptly; however, due to the high volume of applications, we are only able to contact candidates whose experience closely matches our client s requirements. For more opportunities, please visit our website.
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 The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. 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 someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. Overview BDO's Bristol Service Charge team is a centre of excellence for independent reviews of service charges. We are expecting large growth over the coming years to add to our breadth of existing clients. We require a Manager to help us deliver exceptional client service to our expanding client base. The manager will have overall responsibility for the delivery of high quality independent reviews of annual service charge expenditure for a specific client. They will manage a dedicated team and supervise the process to ensure that our work is efficient, completed within the KPI's, and our offering is tailor-made to suit the client's needs. The manager will be a point of escalation both internally & for the client and will confidently deal with difficult situations. They will report into the Director and Partner team, providing and implementing solutions where required. The manager will be actively involved in business development and should actively seek opportunities to grow the business. You'll be someone with: ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification with experience working in an accountancy practice or other financial environment Alternatively, we would consider someone who has significant Service Charge Accounting experience (residential service charge experience preferred) Previous experience of Social Housing Service Charge Accounting advantageous Experience managing junior staff Ability to think on your feet Requirement of 2 days a week minimum in the office. If based in London, we would also expect you to visit the Bristol office once per month on pre-agreed dates. 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.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
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 The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. 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 someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. Overview BDO's Bristol Service Charge team is a centre of excellence for independent reviews of service charges. We are expecting large growth over the coming years to add to our breadth of existing clients. We require a Manager to help us deliver exceptional client service to our expanding client base. The manager will have overall responsibility for the delivery of high quality independent reviews of annual service charge expenditure for a specific client. They will manage a dedicated team and supervise the process to ensure that our work is efficient, completed within the KPI's, and our offering is tailor-made to suit the client's needs. The manager will be a point of escalation both internally & for the client and will confidently deal with difficult situations. They will report into the Director and Partner team, providing and implementing solutions where required. The manager will be actively involved in business development and should actively seek opportunities to grow the business. You'll be someone with: ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification with experience working in an accountancy practice or other financial environment Alternatively, we would consider someone who has significant Service Charge Accounting experience (residential service charge experience preferred) Previous experience of Social Housing Service Charge Accounting advantageous Experience managing junior staff Ability to think on your feet Requirement of 2 days a week minimum in the office. If based in London, we would also expect you to visit the Bristol office once per month on pre-agreed dates. 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.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and 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 i ndustry. We'll help you succeed Our clients 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 clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview We're looking for a driven Global Payroll Assistant Manager to play a key role in delivering high-quality payroll services to a diverse client portfolio. Working closely with offshore teams in Mauritius, you'll manage day-to-day delivery, resolve escalations, and ensure payroll projects run smoothly and compliantly. You'll act as a trusted point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders, building strong relationships, anticipating client needs, and providing clear, proactive updates. Alongside delivery, you'll support and develop team members, contribute to recruitment and performance management, and help drive continuous improvement across global payroll operations. You'll be someone with: Excellent organisation, administration and planning skills Payroll experience including Service Delivery of payrolls Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills Initiative and creativity within the parameters of policy and procedures Fluency in IT applications e.g. Microsoft Office. Power BI, Alteryx and related platforms 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 everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in 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. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. 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 our clients and satisfying experiences at work, 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 them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach 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.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and 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 i ndustry. We'll help you succeed Our clients 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 clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview We're looking for a driven Global Payroll Assistant Manager to play a key role in delivering high-quality payroll services to a diverse client portfolio. Working closely with offshore teams in Mauritius, you'll manage day-to-day delivery, resolve escalations, and ensure payroll projects run smoothly and compliantly. You'll act as a trusted point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders, building strong relationships, anticipating client needs, and providing clear, proactive updates. Alongside delivery, you'll support and develop team members, contribute to recruitment and performance management, and help drive continuous improvement across global payroll operations. You'll be someone with: Excellent organisation, administration and planning skills Payroll experience including Service Delivery of payrolls Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills Initiative and creativity within the parameters of policy and procedures Fluency in IT applications e.g. Microsoft Office. Power BI, Alteryx and related platforms 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 everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in 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. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. 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 our clients and satisfying experiences at work, 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 them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach 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.
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 The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. 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 someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. Overview BDO's Bristol Service Charge team is a centre of excellence for independent reviews of service charges. We are expecting large growth over the coming years to add to our breadth of existing clients. We require a Manager to help us deliver exceptional client service to our expanding client base. The manager will have overall responsibility for the delivery of high quality independent reviews of annual service charge expenditure for a specific client. They will manage a dedicated team and supervise the process to ensure that our work is efficient, completed within the KPI's, and our offering is tailor-made to suit the client's needs. The manager will be a point of escalation both internally & for the client and will confidently deal with difficult situations. They will report into the Director and Partner team, providing and implementing solutions where required. The manager will be actively involved in business development and should actively seek opportunities to grow the business. You'll be someone with: ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification with experience working in an accountancy practice or other financial environment Alternatively, we would consider someone who has significant Service Charge Accounting experience (residential service charge experience preferred) Previous experience of Social Housing Service Charge Accounting advantageous Experience managing junior staff Ability to think on your feet Requirement of 2 days a week minimum in the office. If based in London, we would also expect you to visit the Bristol office once per month on pre-agreed dates. 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.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
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 The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don't just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm's wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you'll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you'll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry's most exciting and varied roles. 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 someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. Overview BDO's Bristol Service Charge team is a centre of excellence for independent reviews of service charges. We are expecting large growth over the coming years to add to our breadth of existing clients. We require a Manager to help us deliver exceptional client service to our expanding client base. The manager will have overall responsibility for the delivery of high quality independent reviews of annual service charge expenditure for a specific client. They will manage a dedicated team and supervise the process to ensure that our work is efficient, completed within the KPI's, and our offering is tailor-made to suit the client's needs. The manager will be a point of escalation both internally & for the client and will confidently deal with difficult situations. They will report into the Director and Partner team, providing and implementing solutions where required. The manager will be actively involved in business development and should actively seek opportunities to grow the business. You'll be someone with: ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification with experience working in an accountancy practice or other financial environment Alternatively, we would consider someone who has significant Service Charge Accounting experience (residential service charge experience preferred) Previous experience of Social Housing Service Charge Accounting advantageous Experience managing junior staff Ability to think on your feet Requirement of 2 days a week minimum in the office. If based in London, we would also expect you to visit the Bristol office once per month on pre-agreed dates. 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.
Ideal and rare opportunity for a hybrid Senior bookkeeper who is keen to work with a high-profile client base. This is a unique opportunity to join a successful, established accountancy practice who are looking to recruit a new Senior Bookkeeper for their Brighton office. Their client base is impressive and very prestigious - confidentiality is of huge importance, so for you - it is a super exciting role. The firm offer a full range of accounting and business advisory services and are very forward thinking in embracing new technology in the world of accountancy, meaning you are able to access all of the top software to help you do your role. If you are a meticulous perfectionist - this is the role for you! This firm pride themselves on being dedicated to an impeccable service level for their clientele. Day-to-day this exciting and varied role includes bookkeeping duties for a wide range of clients, VAT Returns, working with multiple platforms such as Xero, Sage and Quickbooks, supporting clients with bookkeeping and software queries, posting and calculating payroll journals and more. Hybrid working is available and a generous salary bracket of 30-40k. If you are AAT Level 4 qualified with a strong background in bookkeeping within an accountancy practice or bookkeeping bureau, along with sound knowledge of VAT, this could be the fabulous role you ve been looking for to offer you more variety and the work-life balance you ve been looking for. Not quite right? We d love to chat to you anyway! Call Dominique on or email
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Ideal and rare opportunity for a hybrid Senior bookkeeper who is keen to work with a high-profile client base. This is a unique opportunity to join a successful, established accountancy practice who are looking to recruit a new Senior Bookkeeper for their Brighton office. Their client base is impressive and very prestigious - confidentiality is of huge importance, so for you - it is a super exciting role. The firm offer a full range of accounting and business advisory services and are very forward thinking in embracing new technology in the world of accountancy, meaning you are able to access all of the top software to help you do your role. If you are a meticulous perfectionist - this is the role for you! This firm pride themselves on being dedicated to an impeccable service level for their clientele. Day-to-day this exciting and varied role includes bookkeeping duties for a wide range of clients, VAT Returns, working with multiple platforms such as Xero, Sage and Quickbooks, supporting clients with bookkeeping and software queries, posting and calculating payroll journals and more. Hybrid working is available and a generous salary bracket of 30-40k. If you are AAT Level 4 qualified with a strong background in bookkeeping within an accountancy practice or bookkeeping bureau, along with sound knowledge of VAT, this could be the fabulous role you ve been looking for to offer you more variety and the work-life balance you ve been looking for. Not quite right? We d love to chat to you anyway! Call Dominique on or email
HR Advisor London (Hybrid) Full-time Temp to Perm £23.07 per hour I am delighted to be working with a respected, values-led organisation to recruit an HR Advisor to deliver a proactive, high-quality HR service across the employee lifecycle. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a varied, hands-on role with real influence, offering a clear pathway to a permanent position. The role First point of contact for HR queries, providing practical advice to managers and staff Support employee relations cases (absence, performance, conduct) Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding Assist with payroll and benefits administration Maintain HR systems and produce reports Contribute to HR projects, policy development, and EDI initiatives About you Generalist HR experience with strong UK employment law knowledge Confident managing employee relations matters Highly organised with strong communication skills Comfortable using HR systems and data Payroll experience or exposure to unionised environments is a plus. Why apply? £23.07 per hour with temp-to-perm opportunity Hybrid working Values-driven organisation with a collaborative culture Broad, impactful role If you have the above skills and experience and are immediately available, please apply online today, I would love to have a conversation with you!
Apr 10, 2026
Seasonal
HR Advisor London (Hybrid) Full-time Temp to Perm £23.07 per hour I am delighted to be working with a respected, values-led organisation to recruit an HR Advisor to deliver a proactive, high-quality HR service across the employee lifecycle. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a varied, hands-on role with real influence, offering a clear pathway to a permanent position. The role First point of contact for HR queries, providing practical advice to managers and staff Support employee relations cases (absence, performance, conduct) Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding Assist with payroll and benefits administration Maintain HR systems and produce reports Contribute to HR projects, policy development, and EDI initiatives About you Generalist HR experience with strong UK employment law knowledge Confident managing employee relations matters Highly organised with strong communication skills Comfortable using HR systems and data Payroll experience or exposure to unionised environments is a plus. Why apply? £23.07 per hour with temp-to-perm opportunity Hybrid working Values-driven organisation with a collaborative culture Broad, impactful role If you have the above skills and experience and are immediately available, please apply online today, I would love to have a conversation with you!
Robert Half are exclusively partnering with thriving financial services organisation to recruit a Tax Accountant into their team in London. They offer a VERY competitive package with hybrid working model. Role Overview Responsible for both direct and indirect tax across the group. The business currently has multiple entities across different jurisdictions. Company is relatively small but growing quickly, with ongoing expansion. Tax Compliance Manage global and international tax filings. Manage R&D tax claims and ensure compliance with transfer pricing regulations. Handle tax audits, inquiries, and liaise with tax authorities. Collaborate with HMRC, legal, HR, and other departments on tax policy updates. Advise on employee tax matters and support payroll. Review VAT returns and coordinate related tasks. Monitor tax legislation changes and their impact on the business. Tax Advisory Responsibilities: (Experience not essential) Advise on tax strategy, structuring, governance, M&A, and employee benefits. Proactively manage emerging tax risks and opportunities. Lead tax due diligence for transactions. Coordinate with cross-functional teams on advisory projects. Ideal Profile: Strong tax compliance experience. Financial Services / Insurance experience preferred. Experience with R&D tax claims would be beneficial. Candidates can move straight from practice, provided they have the right attitude and willingness to learn. CTA qualification not essential. Ambitious and capable individual who can grow with the role Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
Robert Half are exclusively partnering with thriving financial services organisation to recruit a Tax Accountant into their team in London. They offer a VERY competitive package with hybrid working model. Role Overview Responsible for both direct and indirect tax across the group. The business currently has multiple entities across different jurisdictions. Company is relatively small but growing quickly, with ongoing expansion. Tax Compliance Manage global and international tax filings. Manage R&D tax claims and ensure compliance with transfer pricing regulations. Handle tax audits, inquiries, and liaise with tax authorities. Collaborate with HMRC, legal, HR, and other departments on tax policy updates. Advise on employee tax matters and support payroll. Review VAT returns and coordinate related tasks. Monitor tax legislation changes and their impact on the business. Tax Advisory Responsibilities: (Experience not essential) Advise on tax strategy, structuring, governance, M&A, and employee benefits. Proactively manage emerging tax risks and opportunities. Lead tax due diligence for transactions. Coordinate with cross-functional teams on advisory projects. Ideal Profile: Strong tax compliance experience. Financial Services / Insurance experience preferred. Experience with R&D tax claims would be beneficial. Candidates can move straight from practice, provided they have the right attitude and willingness to learn. CTA qualification not essential. Ambitious and capable individual who can grow with the role Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Partner / Portfolio Finance Director London / Remote Partner-level opportunity Private Equity-backed portfolio Share options available Build a central finance centre of excellence. Shape a Portfolio. Drive Growth. A rapidly expanding Private Equity-backed group is seeking an ambitious Partner to establish and lead a central finance centre of excellence supporting a growing portfolio of businesses. This is a rare opportunity for a commercially minded Chartered Accountant from a Big 4 accountancy practice background to build and lead scalable finance capability across multiple businesses in the portfolio. Working closely with investors and senior leadership, you will play a central role in supporting portfolio companies, shaping financial strategy, and contributing to acquisition activity as the group continues to expand. The Opportunity Following several recent acquisitions, the group is now creating a centralised finance capability to support its expanding investment portfolio. Initially, the function will support around 10 portfolio companies, including large-scale businesses generating significant revenues and managing workforces of up to 800 temporary staff. Over time, the ambition is to expand the portfolio to up to 40 businesses, including smaller SME companies. You will lead the development of the finance capability that supports this growth - building the team, the systems, and the strategic oversight required to support an ambitious investment strategy. This can be achieved domestically in the UK, or through offshoring. What You'll Be Responsible For Establishing and leading a central finance centre of excellence supporting multiple portfolio companies Acting as the finance subject matter expert across the group, providing commercially focused financial guidance Supporting portfolio leadership teams with strategic financial insight and decision-making Building and leading a high-performing finance team across UK hires and global BPO capability (e.g. India or South Africa) Designing scalable reporting, governance, and financial oversight frameworks across the portfolio Supporting mergers and acquisitions activity, including financial evaluation, due diligence input, and post-acquisition financial integration Identifying opportunities to expand finance services across the investment portfolio Helping develop the capability into a large and successful accountancy practice over the next five years Operational finance tasks such as payroll, finance administration, and day-to-day transactional processing are largely handled within the individual businesses. About You We are seeking a commercially minded finance leader with the ambition to build something significant. The ideal candidate will: Be a Chartered Accountant (ACA / ACCA) Experience in setting up a centralised finance function from scratch Have a background in a Big 4 accountancy practice (highly desirable) Have a minimum of 5 years post-qualified experience Bring experience in senior finance leadership or advisory roles Have strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking Possess knowledge of CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) Ideally have exposure to mergers and acquisitions, financial due diligence, or transaction advisory work Be comfortable working with investors, CEOs, and senior leadership teams Most importantly, you will have the ambition and intrapreneurial mindset to build and scale a successful finance service centre. Location The role can be fully remote, with optional office presence in central London. What's on Offer Partner-level position within a rapidly growing Private Equity-backed group Opportunity to build and lead a new finance practice from the ground up Significant influence over strategy and growth Share options and long-term value creation potential Exposure to portfolio growth and acquisition activity If you are an ambitious finance leader interested in building a scalable finance service centre within a dynamic Private Equity environment, we would welcome a confidential conversation. Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
Partner / Portfolio Finance Director London / Remote Partner-level opportunity Private Equity-backed portfolio Share options available Build a central finance centre of excellence. Shape a Portfolio. Drive Growth. A rapidly expanding Private Equity-backed group is seeking an ambitious Partner to establish and lead a central finance centre of excellence supporting a growing portfolio of businesses. This is a rare opportunity for a commercially minded Chartered Accountant from a Big 4 accountancy practice background to build and lead scalable finance capability across multiple businesses in the portfolio. Working closely with investors and senior leadership, you will play a central role in supporting portfolio companies, shaping financial strategy, and contributing to acquisition activity as the group continues to expand. The Opportunity Following several recent acquisitions, the group is now creating a centralised finance capability to support its expanding investment portfolio. Initially, the function will support around 10 portfolio companies, including large-scale businesses generating significant revenues and managing workforces of up to 800 temporary staff. Over time, the ambition is to expand the portfolio to up to 40 businesses, including smaller SME companies. You will lead the development of the finance capability that supports this growth - building the team, the systems, and the strategic oversight required to support an ambitious investment strategy. This can be achieved domestically in the UK, or through offshoring. What You'll Be Responsible For Establishing and leading a central finance centre of excellence supporting multiple portfolio companies Acting as the finance subject matter expert across the group, providing commercially focused financial guidance Supporting portfolio leadership teams with strategic financial insight and decision-making Building and leading a high-performing finance team across UK hires and global BPO capability (e.g. India or South Africa) Designing scalable reporting, governance, and financial oversight frameworks across the portfolio Supporting mergers and acquisitions activity, including financial evaluation, due diligence input, and post-acquisition financial integration Identifying opportunities to expand finance services across the investment portfolio Helping develop the capability into a large and successful accountancy practice over the next five years Operational finance tasks such as payroll, finance administration, and day-to-day transactional processing are largely handled within the individual businesses. About You We are seeking a commercially minded finance leader with the ambition to build something significant. The ideal candidate will: Be a Chartered Accountant (ACA / ACCA) Experience in setting up a centralised finance function from scratch Have a background in a Big 4 accountancy practice (highly desirable) Have a minimum of 5 years post-qualified experience Bring experience in senior finance leadership or advisory roles Have strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking Possess knowledge of CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) Ideally have exposure to mergers and acquisitions, financial due diligence, or transaction advisory work Be comfortable working with investors, CEOs, and senior leadership teams Most importantly, you will have the ambition and intrapreneurial mindset to build and scale a successful finance service centre. Location The role can be fully remote, with optional office presence in central London. What's on Offer Partner-level position within a rapidly growing Private Equity-backed group Opportunity to build and lead a new finance practice from the ground up Significant influence over strategy and growth Share options and long-term value creation potential Exposure to portfolio growth and acquisition activity If you are an ambitious finance leader interested in building a scalable finance service centre within a dynamic Private Equity environment, we would welcome a confidential conversation. Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Senior Accountant - Brighton Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annumLocation: BrightonJob Type: Full-time, Permanent Reed Brighton is working with a leading accountancy practice to recruit a Senior Accountant. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor to a diverse portfolio of clients, providing strategic financial insights and ensuring exceptional service delivery. Your responsibilities will include: Acting as the primary contact for your client portfolio, building strong, long-term relationships Delivering clear and timely financial insights to support informed decision-making Providing consultative advice and identifying opportunities for growth and improvement Reviewing and presenting Management Accounts and performance reports Overseeing the work of delivery teams handling compliance, bookkeeping, and payroll Monitoring client accounts, billing, renewals, and overall commercial performance About the Practice This Brighton-based practice is forward-thinking and dedicated to helping businesses achieve their goals through proactive advice and outstanding customer care. They value collaboration, creativity, and a genuine passion for making an impact. Join a supportive and inclusive team where your voice matters, and your professional growth is a priority. About You ACA/ACCA Qualified (or close to qualification) Proven experience managing client portfolios Strong technical and problem-solving skills Competent user of Xero or similar accounting software Passionate about delivering excellent client service Benefits Clear career progression roadmap Continued Professional Development 25 days annual leave (option to buy more) Flexi-time and early finish Fridays in summer Death in Service cover Relaxed dress code Day off for charity work Cycle to Work scheme Sabbatical after 5 years Pension scheme Free fruit & biscuits To apply for this Senior Accountant position, please apply by submitting your CV and we will respond with next steps as soon as possible.
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
Senior Accountant - Brighton Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annumLocation: BrightonJob Type: Full-time, Permanent Reed Brighton is working with a leading accountancy practice to recruit a Senior Accountant. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor to a diverse portfolio of clients, providing strategic financial insights and ensuring exceptional service delivery. Your responsibilities will include: Acting as the primary contact for your client portfolio, building strong, long-term relationships Delivering clear and timely financial insights to support informed decision-making Providing consultative advice and identifying opportunities for growth and improvement Reviewing and presenting Management Accounts and performance reports Overseeing the work of delivery teams handling compliance, bookkeeping, and payroll Monitoring client accounts, billing, renewals, and overall commercial performance About the Practice This Brighton-based practice is forward-thinking and dedicated to helping businesses achieve their goals through proactive advice and outstanding customer care. They value collaboration, creativity, and a genuine passion for making an impact. Join a supportive and inclusive team where your voice matters, and your professional growth is a priority. About You ACA/ACCA Qualified (or close to qualification) Proven experience managing client portfolios Strong technical and problem-solving skills Competent user of Xero or similar accounting software Passionate about delivering excellent client service Benefits Clear career progression roadmap Continued Professional Development 25 days annual leave (option to buy more) Flexi-time and early finish Fridays in summer Death in Service cover Relaxed dress code Day off for charity work Cycle to Work scheme Sabbatical after 5 years Pension scheme Free fruit & biscuits To apply for this Senior Accountant position, please apply by submitting your CV and we will respond with next steps as soon as possible.
Audit Manager - Surrey A highly respected and fast-growing UK accountancy practice is looking to appoint an Audit Manager to join its established Surrey office. This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced audit professional who enjoys managing complex engagements, developing people, and building strong client relationships within a collaborative mid-tier environment. The Audit Manager Role in Surrey You will take ownership of a substantial and varied audit portfolio, managing key client relationships and ensuring delivery of high-quality audits within agreed budgets and deadlines. Key responsibilities for the Audit Manager role include: Managing a diverse portfolio of clients with annual fees of approximately £500k. Leading large, complex audits from planning through to completion, including group and cross-border assignments. Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, providing clear, commercial, and technically robust advice. Identifying and managing a broad range of risks to the firm, including reputational and credit risk, not just audit risk. Supporting Partners with technical problem-solving and responding confidently to client or regulatory queries. Monitoring engagement budgets and ensuring accurate and timely timesheet and WIP management. Coaching, supervising, and developing trainees and junior staff across audit and related service lines. Collaborating with internal departments (tax, payroll, advisory) to provide a fully integrated service to clients. Identifying and converting business development opportunities into profitable engagements. The Candidate This role is suited to an ambitious Audit Manager who is looking to progress within a dynamic and people-focused firm. You will bring: ACA or ACCA qualification (or equivalent). Proven experience managing both audit portfolios and teams within a UK accountancy practice environment. Strong working knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards (FRS 101/102 and IFRS). Experience delivering both substantive and controls-based audits, including group and international work. A solid understanding of corporate tax and wider business advisory issues. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to act as a trusted advisor to clients and partners. A commercial mindset and the confidence to manage deadlines independently, while knowing when to escalate issues. What's on Offer Competitive salary and structured progression pathway. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Private medical cover, life assurance, and income protection. Enhanced annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days. Family-friendly policies and wellbeing support. A broad and flexible benefits package including lifestyle and professional development support. About the Firm This independent, multi-disciplinary UK practice works with clients ranging from SMEs to large international groups across a broad range of sectors. The firm prides itself on technical excellence, a supportive culture, and empowering its people to make a meaningful impact for clients and communities alike.
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
Audit Manager - Surrey A highly respected and fast-growing UK accountancy practice is looking to appoint an Audit Manager to join its established Surrey office. This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced audit professional who enjoys managing complex engagements, developing people, and building strong client relationships within a collaborative mid-tier environment. The Audit Manager Role in Surrey You will take ownership of a substantial and varied audit portfolio, managing key client relationships and ensuring delivery of high-quality audits within agreed budgets and deadlines. Key responsibilities for the Audit Manager role include: Managing a diverse portfolio of clients with annual fees of approximately £500k. Leading large, complex audits from planning through to completion, including group and cross-border assignments. Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, providing clear, commercial, and technically robust advice. Identifying and managing a broad range of risks to the firm, including reputational and credit risk, not just audit risk. Supporting Partners with technical problem-solving and responding confidently to client or regulatory queries. Monitoring engagement budgets and ensuring accurate and timely timesheet and WIP management. Coaching, supervising, and developing trainees and junior staff across audit and related service lines. Collaborating with internal departments (tax, payroll, advisory) to provide a fully integrated service to clients. Identifying and converting business development opportunities into profitable engagements. The Candidate This role is suited to an ambitious Audit Manager who is looking to progress within a dynamic and people-focused firm. You will bring: ACA or ACCA qualification (or equivalent). Proven experience managing both audit portfolios and teams within a UK accountancy practice environment. Strong working knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards (FRS 101/102 and IFRS). Experience delivering both substantive and controls-based audits, including group and international work. A solid understanding of corporate tax and wider business advisory issues. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to act as a trusted advisor to clients and partners. A commercial mindset and the confidence to manage deadlines independently, while knowing when to escalate issues. What's on Offer Competitive salary and structured progression pathway. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Private medical cover, life assurance, and income protection. Enhanced annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days. Family-friendly policies and wellbeing support. A broad and flexible benefits package including lifestyle and professional development support. About the Firm This independent, multi-disciplinary UK practice works with clients ranging from SMEs to large international groups across a broad range of sectors. The firm prides itself on technical excellence, a supportive culture, and empowering its people to make a meaningful impact for clients and communities alike.
Kenneth Brian Associates are partnered with a global company based in Hounslow looking for a proactive and experienced finance professional to join their team as a Finance Manager. This position will play a key role in supporting the finance function, helping maintain high standards of financial management, regulatory compliance, and operational performance. Working closely with the Financial Controller and wider leadership team, this role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional who wants to expand their experience within a fast-moving, international organisation. This is an office based role. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting Lead the preparation and review of monthly departmental profit and loss reports, as well as quarterly and year-end financial statements and annual budgeting processes. Work alongside external accountants and advisors to produce statutory accounts and manage corporate tax submissions. Provide supporting documentation and coordination for both internal and external audits. Identify opportunities to streamline costs and improve financial efficiency across operations. Contribute to strategic financial planning and support operational decision-making with clear financial insight. Partner with operational management teams to provide guidance on financial performance and planning. Assist in designing, refining, and implementing finance policies, procedures, and best practices. Ensure all financial reporting obligations are completed accurately and on time, including VAT returns, payroll taxes, and corporate taxation. Governance & Compliance Ensure the organisation remains compliant with all relevant statutory, regulatory, and fiscal requirements. Maintain and strengthen internal financial controls to safeguard accurate reporting. Promote high standards of ethical conduct and regulatory compliance across the finance function. Work collaboratively with finance colleagues to communicate policy updates and regulatory developments. Qualifications: A professionally qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA) Broad finance and accounting experience. Deep knowledge of tax and regulatory requirements is advantageous.
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
Kenneth Brian Associates are partnered with a global company based in Hounslow looking for a proactive and experienced finance professional to join their team as a Finance Manager. This position will play a key role in supporting the finance function, helping maintain high standards of financial management, regulatory compliance, and operational performance. Working closely with the Financial Controller and wider leadership team, this role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional who wants to expand their experience within a fast-moving, international organisation. This is an office based role. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting Lead the preparation and review of monthly departmental profit and loss reports, as well as quarterly and year-end financial statements and annual budgeting processes. Work alongside external accountants and advisors to produce statutory accounts and manage corporate tax submissions. Provide supporting documentation and coordination for both internal and external audits. Identify opportunities to streamline costs and improve financial efficiency across operations. Contribute to strategic financial planning and support operational decision-making with clear financial insight. Partner with operational management teams to provide guidance on financial performance and planning. Assist in designing, refining, and implementing finance policies, procedures, and best practices. Ensure all financial reporting obligations are completed accurately and on time, including VAT returns, payroll taxes, and corporate taxation. Governance & Compliance Ensure the organisation remains compliant with all relevant statutory, regulatory, and fiscal requirements. Maintain and strengthen internal financial controls to safeguard accurate reporting. Promote high standards of ethical conduct and regulatory compliance across the finance function. Work collaboratively with finance colleagues to communicate policy updates and regulatory developments. Qualifications: A professionally qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA) Broad finance and accounting experience. Deep knowledge of tax and regulatory requirements is advantageous.
Trainee Accountant / Part-Qualified (Audit + Accounts) - Belfast MCS Group is pleased to be partnering with a reputable and expanding accountancy firm to recruit an Audit and Accounts Trainee / Part-qualified to join their dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well established practice known for its commitment to client service and professional growth. The company was established over 25 years ago and provide their clients with a range of Accountancy services such as Audit, Advisory, Forensic Accounting, Payroll, Corporate restructuring and more. The Benefits The successful Trainee Accountant can expect to receive the following: A competitive salary Early Friday Finish Hybrid working Study Support Employer pension - 3% of gross salary, starting after 3 months. Annual leave is 20 days + 11 stat days (Xmas until New Year closure not part of holidays) plus an extra days leave for your birthday. Study support CPD opportunities BUPA health plan - providing cashback for dental, optical and physiotherapy costs. Group Life Assurance & group Income Protection policies also in place for all permanent employees. The Role You will have a wide range of duties, such as; Report directly to Managers Manage a portfolio of external audit clients, with peak activity during April to August Prepare statutory accounts in support of audit engagements Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor Provide clients with a comprehensive financial overview. The Person The ideal candidate will be: Trainee Accountant or Part-Qualified Preference for a mid-tier accountancy practice, but open to candidates from Big 4 audit teams Experience in external audit and statutory accounts preparation Open to candidates who are part-qualified (PQ) or qualified by experience (QBE) Comfortable working under pressure during busy audit seasons (April-August) Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver clear, value-added insights To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Brad Dempster, Specialist Recruitment Consultant at MCS group on or Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs Not all agencies are the same MCS Group are passionate about providing a first class service to all our customers and have an independent review rating of 4.9 stars on Google.
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
Trainee Accountant / Part-Qualified (Audit + Accounts) - Belfast MCS Group is pleased to be partnering with a reputable and expanding accountancy firm to recruit an Audit and Accounts Trainee / Part-qualified to join their dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well established practice known for its commitment to client service and professional growth. The company was established over 25 years ago and provide their clients with a range of Accountancy services such as Audit, Advisory, Forensic Accounting, Payroll, Corporate restructuring and more. The Benefits The successful Trainee Accountant can expect to receive the following: A competitive salary Early Friday Finish Hybrid working Study Support Employer pension - 3% of gross salary, starting after 3 months. Annual leave is 20 days + 11 stat days (Xmas until New Year closure not part of holidays) plus an extra days leave for your birthday. Study support CPD opportunities BUPA health plan - providing cashback for dental, optical and physiotherapy costs. Group Life Assurance & group Income Protection policies also in place for all permanent employees. The Role You will have a wide range of duties, such as; Report directly to Managers Manage a portfolio of external audit clients, with peak activity during April to August Prepare statutory accounts in support of audit engagements Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor Provide clients with a comprehensive financial overview. The Person The ideal candidate will be: Trainee Accountant or Part-Qualified Preference for a mid-tier accountancy practice, but open to candidates from Big 4 audit teams Experience in external audit and statutory accounts preparation Open to candidates who are part-qualified (PQ) or qualified by experience (QBE) Comfortable working under pressure during busy audit seasons (April-August) Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver clear, value-added insights To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Brad Dempster, Specialist Recruitment Consultant at MCS group on or Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs Not all agencies are the same MCS Group are passionate about providing a first class service to all our customers and have an independent review rating of 4.9 stars on Google.
Brand new opportunity for a Payroll Senior to join a leading independent firm based in Bingley. This firm provides expert audit, tax, and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients across Yorkshire and beyond. As a Payroll Senior, you will be responsible for: Processing monthly, weekly and annual payrolls for clients click apply for full job details
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
Brand new opportunity for a Payroll Senior to join a leading independent firm based in Bingley. This firm provides expert audit, tax, and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients across Yorkshire and beyond. As a Payroll Senior, you will be responsible for: Processing monthly, weekly and annual payrolls for clients click apply for full job details
Office Manager Near to Castle Donington / East Midlands Airport (free parking on-site) £40,000 - £50,000 Our client is an established family business with some impressive plans for expansion. They have 3 sites throughout the UK and these sites are coordinated and looked after from the Head Office at Shardlow. We are looking for a friendly and enthusiastic Office Manager to lead the small busy team and take ownership of the day to day running of the office.This is a busy, demanding and varied role and would suit someone with a proven track record in a similar role. The office is a very busy, customer facing environment so great communication skills and a professional attitude are a must. Key responsibilities: Administrative tasks: Overseeing the administration team of four to ensure all customer & supplier records are kept up to date and all processes followed to ensure maximum turnover & profit for business Making supplier & customer payments Liaising with Health & Safety advisors & fire safety advisors to ensure annual checks are carried out. Liaising with company directors to implement any legal requirements and recommendations Liaising with insurers for annual policy renewals & mid-term adjustments. Ensuring company vehicles are all taxed & MOTs completed on time. Maintaining company vehicle database & files. Liaising with suppliers for contract renewals to achieve best rates Ensuring websites are kept updated with new pricing information and items for sale Liaising with suppliers to maintain good working partnerships & obtain quotations Preparation of customer quotations Issuing of Purchase Agreements & Licence Agreements Liaising with the 2 other sites to ensure all customer agreements completed & relevant documents received Resolving customer complaints Providing daily updates of all relevant information to company directors Overseeing ordering of stock for the on-site retail outlet- including the annual stocktake Collation of reports for quarterly management accounts & Year End Finance tasks: Processing invoices - ensuring all invoicing is completed on time and accurately Managing expenses and petty cash Bank reconciliations of all accounts Payroll preparation, including collating staff hours Preparing information for VAT returns and submitting VAT returns Preparing and submitting information to HMRC Producing year-end figures Logging customer bank receipts Reconciliation of company credit card statements Credit Control and debt recovery Purchase ledger reconciliation HR tasks: HR - preparing and coordinating the staff rota, logging of hours and absences for payroll, payment of wages & PAYE, recruitment (from writing ads to conducting interviews), issuing of contracts and contract amendments Working with an external HR agency regarding any disciplinary matters and ensuring all HR documentation kept up to date Completing annual compliance checks Staff training - both new starters & ongoing for existing staff members A really busy and interesting role in a fast paced environment. Someone with experience of using Sage would be an advantage. Hours of work Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm - and one weekend pcm (with time off in lieu in the week). Please do get in touch if you would like to know more!
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
Office Manager Near to Castle Donington / East Midlands Airport (free parking on-site) £40,000 - £50,000 Our client is an established family business with some impressive plans for expansion. They have 3 sites throughout the UK and these sites are coordinated and looked after from the Head Office at Shardlow. We are looking for a friendly and enthusiastic Office Manager to lead the small busy team and take ownership of the day to day running of the office.This is a busy, demanding and varied role and would suit someone with a proven track record in a similar role. The office is a very busy, customer facing environment so great communication skills and a professional attitude are a must. Key responsibilities: Administrative tasks: Overseeing the administration team of four to ensure all customer & supplier records are kept up to date and all processes followed to ensure maximum turnover & profit for business Making supplier & customer payments Liaising with Health & Safety advisors & fire safety advisors to ensure annual checks are carried out. Liaising with company directors to implement any legal requirements and recommendations Liaising with insurers for annual policy renewals & mid-term adjustments. Ensuring company vehicles are all taxed & MOTs completed on time. Maintaining company vehicle database & files. Liaising with suppliers for contract renewals to achieve best rates Ensuring websites are kept updated with new pricing information and items for sale Liaising with suppliers to maintain good working partnerships & obtain quotations Preparation of customer quotations Issuing of Purchase Agreements & Licence Agreements Liaising with the 2 other sites to ensure all customer agreements completed & relevant documents received Resolving customer complaints Providing daily updates of all relevant information to company directors Overseeing ordering of stock for the on-site retail outlet- including the annual stocktake Collation of reports for quarterly management accounts & Year End Finance tasks: Processing invoices - ensuring all invoicing is completed on time and accurately Managing expenses and petty cash Bank reconciliations of all accounts Payroll preparation, including collating staff hours Preparing information for VAT returns and submitting VAT returns Preparing and submitting information to HMRC Producing year-end figures Logging customer bank receipts Reconciliation of company credit card statements Credit Control and debt recovery Purchase ledger reconciliation HR tasks: HR - preparing and coordinating the staff rota, logging of hours and absences for payroll, payment of wages & PAYE, recruitment (from writing ads to conducting interviews), issuing of contracts and contract amendments Working with an external HR agency regarding any disciplinary matters and ensuring all HR documentation kept up to date Completing annual compliance checks Staff training - both new starters & ongoing for existing staff members A really busy and interesting role in a fast paced environment. Someone with experience of using Sage would be an advantage. Hours of work Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm - and one weekend pcm (with time off in lieu in the week). Please do get in touch if you would like to know more!
Senior Manager, Accounting (Europe & Asia) page is loaded Senior Manager, Accounting (Europe & Asia)locations: London, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R03972 Join Goodwin's Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world's most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team - all business professionals at the firm - you'll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do. Here, we're not just supporting a law firm; we're partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we're proud to have been recognised as the "Best Business Team" by The American Lawyer. This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.The Senior Manager, Accounting oversees all non-US financial reporting, statutory compliance, VAT obligations, and audit processes across multiple international jurisdictions. You will manage a global team of six accountants and partner closely with the Director of Accounting, US Finance leadership, and Office Chairs in Europe & Asia to ensure high-quality reporting, strong controls, and compliance in an increasingly complex regulatory environment. This position offers a significant opportunity to strengthen and modernise the Firm's international accounting and compliance framework, directly contributing to risk reduction and operational excellence across Europe and Asia. What you will do: Lead and develop a global team of six accountants across the US, UK, and Paris, providing coaching, oversight, and structured opportunities for growth; Project manage the team and external consultants to ensure timely compliance with local statutory accounts filings, VAT, income tax, and audit obligations; Supervise the preparation of Financial Statements ensuring compliance with the relevant financial reporting standards (e.g. UK GAAP, tax cash basis). Ensure excellence and standardisation of processes across jurisdictions and teams; Review financial statement audit support for accuracy and completeness; Review VAT filings in local jurisdictions and drive improved processes and controls; Manage relationships with external auditors and accounting services firms, ensuring responsive communication, efficient work, and high-quality deliverables; Partner with the UK Finance Director, Partners and Office Chairs on monthly office reporting and ad hoc requests; Maintain strong monthly close processes, including expense coding review, balance sheet reconciliations, reconciliations between different accounting books and currencies; Ensure compliance with SARs and Money Laundering Regulations and manage annual SARs audit, liaising with the auditors and the office's Compliance partner as needed; Develop and mentor team members, fostering technical excellence, strong management capability, and opportunities for stretch assignments; Collaborate with the Director of Accounting to identify and implement process and control improvements across finance operations; Monitor and interpret regulatory changes (e.g., VAT, e-invoicing, GAAP, SARs), ensuring timely adoption and compliance; Oversee additional statutory reporting obligations, including Surveys, PSA returns, and collaborator payments; Provide training and onboarding support for new team members. Who you are: Deep knowledge of a GAAP accounting framework (e.g. UK GAAP, IFRS, US GAAP); Excellent knowledge of UK VAT return preparation and filing processes; Awareness of income tax and payroll tax considerations across multiple jurisdictions; Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to deliver high-quality output independently; Strong interpersonal and team-building skills; ability to collaborate effectively with staff at all levels; Self-starter: ability to back into solutions, finding the solution and passing that knowledge to the team; Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly and diplomatically; High level of customer service in a fast paced environment; Ability to manage high volumes of work while maintaining accuracy and strong attention to detail; Proficiency in MS Office. Strong knowledge of Excel preferred; Preferable: knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules; Chartered Accountant qualification (e.g. ACA) or similar technical accountancy certification; 10+ years' experience working in accountancy, with at least two years managing accountants; Experience in both audit/accountancy practice and in-house accounting, preferably within a professional services environment; Preferable: experience with LLP accounting (ideally Law Firms); Nice to have: experience with accounting software 'Aderant' and Accounts Payable software 'Chrome River'.Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer. This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status.Goodwin is a disability-inclusive employer. Please contact us if you require any disability-related adjustments during the interview process, or would like to have a confidential conversation with a member of the recruitment team. If there are any disability-related reasons which have impacted your profile, we may also be able to make adjustments for these. Please see our Disability-Related Screening Adjustments page if this applies to you. (Disability refers to sensory and physical conditions, long-term health conditions, neurodivergence and mental health conditions).At Goodwin, we partner with our clients to practice law with integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition. Our 1,800 lawyers across the United States, Europe, and Asia excel at complex transactions, high-stakes litigation and world-class advisory services in the technology, life sciences, real estate, private equity, and financial industries. Our unique combination of deep experience serving both the innovators and investors in a rapidly changing, technology-driven economy sets us apart. To learn more, visit us at and follow us on and .
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
Senior Manager, Accounting (Europe & Asia) page is loaded Senior Manager, Accounting (Europe & Asia)locations: London, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R03972 Join Goodwin's Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world's most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team - all business professionals at the firm - you'll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do. Here, we're not just supporting a law firm; we're partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we're proud to have been recognised as the "Best Business Team" by The American Lawyer. This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.The Senior Manager, Accounting oversees all non-US financial reporting, statutory compliance, VAT obligations, and audit processes across multiple international jurisdictions. You will manage a global team of six accountants and partner closely with the Director of Accounting, US Finance leadership, and Office Chairs in Europe & Asia to ensure high-quality reporting, strong controls, and compliance in an increasingly complex regulatory environment. This position offers a significant opportunity to strengthen and modernise the Firm's international accounting and compliance framework, directly contributing to risk reduction and operational excellence across Europe and Asia. What you will do: Lead and develop a global team of six accountants across the US, UK, and Paris, providing coaching, oversight, and structured opportunities for growth; Project manage the team and external consultants to ensure timely compliance with local statutory accounts filings, VAT, income tax, and audit obligations; Supervise the preparation of Financial Statements ensuring compliance with the relevant financial reporting standards (e.g. UK GAAP, tax cash basis). Ensure excellence and standardisation of processes across jurisdictions and teams; Review financial statement audit support for accuracy and completeness; Review VAT filings in local jurisdictions and drive improved processes and controls; Manage relationships with external auditors and accounting services firms, ensuring responsive communication, efficient work, and high-quality deliverables; Partner with the UK Finance Director, Partners and Office Chairs on monthly office reporting and ad hoc requests; Maintain strong monthly close processes, including expense coding review, balance sheet reconciliations, reconciliations between different accounting books and currencies; Ensure compliance with SARs and Money Laundering Regulations and manage annual SARs audit, liaising with the auditors and the office's Compliance partner as needed; Develop and mentor team members, fostering technical excellence, strong management capability, and opportunities for stretch assignments; Collaborate with the Director of Accounting to identify and implement process and control improvements across finance operations; Monitor and interpret regulatory changes (e.g., VAT, e-invoicing, GAAP, SARs), ensuring timely adoption and compliance; Oversee additional statutory reporting obligations, including Surveys, PSA returns, and collaborator payments; Provide training and onboarding support for new team members. Who you are: Deep knowledge of a GAAP accounting framework (e.g. UK GAAP, IFRS, US GAAP); Excellent knowledge of UK VAT return preparation and filing processes; Awareness of income tax and payroll tax considerations across multiple jurisdictions; Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to deliver high-quality output independently; Strong interpersonal and team-building skills; ability to collaborate effectively with staff at all levels; Self-starter: ability to back into solutions, finding the solution and passing that knowledge to the team; Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly and diplomatically; High level of customer service in a fast paced environment; Ability to manage high volumes of work while maintaining accuracy and strong attention to detail; Proficiency in MS Office. Strong knowledge of Excel preferred; Preferable: knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules; Chartered Accountant qualification (e.g. ACA) or similar technical accountancy certification; 10+ years' experience working in accountancy, with at least two years managing accountants; Experience in both audit/accountancy practice and in-house accounting, preferably within a professional services environment; Preferable: experience with LLP accounting (ideally Law Firms); Nice to have: experience with accounting software 'Aderant' and Accounts Payable software 'Chrome River'.Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer. This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status.Goodwin is a disability-inclusive employer. Please contact us if you require any disability-related adjustments during the interview process, or would like to have a confidential conversation with a member of the recruitment team. If there are any disability-related reasons which have impacted your profile, we may also be able to make adjustments for these. Please see our Disability-Related Screening Adjustments page if this applies to you. (Disability refers to sensory and physical conditions, long-term health conditions, neurodivergence and mental health conditions).At Goodwin, we partner with our clients to practice law with integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition. Our 1,800 lawyers across the United States, Europe, and Asia excel at complex transactions, high-stakes litigation and world-class advisory services in the technology, life sciences, real estate, private equity, and financial industries. Our unique combination of deep experience serving both the innovators and investors in a rapidly changing, technology-driven economy sets us apart. To learn more, visit us at and follow us on and .
The Energy Revolution Valda Energy is a dynamic and rapidly growing energy supplier based in Bicester, committed to driving business success through smart, reliable energy solutions. Established in 2019 by industry experts, we bring together a diverse combination of talent to foster continuous sustainable growth. We challenge the existing marketplace with our leading, tech-driven, and customer-focused approach. Our passion for innovation and dedication to exceptional service sets us apart. At Valda Energy, we live by our core values: communicate, collaborate, own it, embrace change, and put the customer first. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and evolving culture. From introducing new benefits to offering structured training opportunities and hosting frequent social events, we ensure our employees thrive. Perks that Power Your Journey ️ Annual Salary between £35k to £40k (DOE) Company annual bonus scheme 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a length of service award increasing up to 30 days, plus an extra day off during your birthday month Private Medical Insurance with Vitality Health Access to The Grid, our employee engagement and rewards platform, giving you exclusive discounts at hundreds of retailers, wellbeing resources, recognition tools, and more Life insurance policy, providing coverage at four times your salary Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support and guidance Enjoy an array of complimentary snacks, drinks, and lunch options in our office Salary sacrifice pension scheme where we will match contributions up to 5% In-house learning and development team devoted to nurturing your talent, unlocking potential and propelling you towards being your best Refer a friend scheme (up to £500), monthly team events, annual company events & recognition awards How you will Energise Our Team This role is a brilliant opportunity for someone eager to grow within a varied and impactful HR position. You'll be part of an experienced, supportive, and genuinely collaborative team that cares deeply about creating an exceptional workplace. If you enjoy bringing ideas to life, especially around employee engagement, wellbeing, and culture you'll thrive at Valda. With hands on involvement in exciting projects and wider HR initiatives, you'll have plenty of scope to develop your skills, make a visible difference, and build a well rounded HR career. The day-to-day responsibilities will include Offering clear, consistent HR guidance to employees and managers, ensuring clarity across policies, procedures, and people matters Lead employee relations cases fairly and efficiently, in line with Company Policy and Valda values, while coaching and supporting managers through performance, disciplinary, grievance, and absence processes Oversee probation periods and onboarding, setting new starters up for success and helping managers address performance concerns early Build strong, trusting relationships across the business to proactively resolve issues and support engagement, recognition activities, and informal interventions Support recruitment and equip managers with effective, inclusive hiring practices, while also assisting with payroll, benefits administration, and other people-related processes Maintain accurate HR records and documentation, including contracts and correspondence, and develop policies, templates, and toolkits to ensure a seamless and efficient HR service Support key annual people cycles, such as appraisals, salary reviews, and talent recognition initiatives The Spark we're Looking For Proven experience in an HR role, with a solid understanding of Employment Law, the ACAS Code of Practice, and HR best practice CIPD Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) Confident in handling employee relations matters with discretion and professionalism Strong communication and coaching skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of seniority Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, able to identify issues and recommend practical solutions Experience thriving in a fast paced, dynamic environment If you like the sound of this role, we encourage you to apply even if you aren't confident that you meet all of the requirements - you may be just who we're looking for. We are extremely proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. To make your recruitment experience with us accessible to you, we encourage you to let us know if you have any individual requirements. We are here to support you, so please reach out to our team on
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
The Energy Revolution Valda Energy is a dynamic and rapidly growing energy supplier based in Bicester, committed to driving business success through smart, reliable energy solutions. Established in 2019 by industry experts, we bring together a diverse combination of talent to foster continuous sustainable growth. We challenge the existing marketplace with our leading, tech-driven, and customer-focused approach. Our passion for innovation and dedication to exceptional service sets us apart. At Valda Energy, we live by our core values: communicate, collaborate, own it, embrace change, and put the customer first. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and evolving culture. From introducing new benefits to offering structured training opportunities and hosting frequent social events, we ensure our employees thrive. Perks that Power Your Journey ️ Annual Salary between £35k to £40k (DOE) Company annual bonus scheme 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a length of service award increasing up to 30 days, plus an extra day off during your birthday month Private Medical Insurance with Vitality Health Access to The Grid, our employee engagement and rewards platform, giving you exclusive discounts at hundreds of retailers, wellbeing resources, recognition tools, and more Life insurance policy, providing coverage at four times your salary Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support and guidance Enjoy an array of complimentary snacks, drinks, and lunch options in our office Salary sacrifice pension scheme where we will match contributions up to 5% In-house learning and development team devoted to nurturing your talent, unlocking potential and propelling you towards being your best Refer a friend scheme (up to £500), monthly team events, annual company events & recognition awards How you will Energise Our Team This role is a brilliant opportunity for someone eager to grow within a varied and impactful HR position. You'll be part of an experienced, supportive, and genuinely collaborative team that cares deeply about creating an exceptional workplace. If you enjoy bringing ideas to life, especially around employee engagement, wellbeing, and culture you'll thrive at Valda. With hands on involvement in exciting projects and wider HR initiatives, you'll have plenty of scope to develop your skills, make a visible difference, and build a well rounded HR career. The day-to-day responsibilities will include Offering clear, consistent HR guidance to employees and managers, ensuring clarity across policies, procedures, and people matters Lead employee relations cases fairly and efficiently, in line with Company Policy and Valda values, while coaching and supporting managers through performance, disciplinary, grievance, and absence processes Oversee probation periods and onboarding, setting new starters up for success and helping managers address performance concerns early Build strong, trusting relationships across the business to proactively resolve issues and support engagement, recognition activities, and informal interventions Support recruitment and equip managers with effective, inclusive hiring practices, while also assisting with payroll, benefits administration, and other people-related processes Maintain accurate HR records and documentation, including contracts and correspondence, and develop policies, templates, and toolkits to ensure a seamless and efficient HR service Support key annual people cycles, such as appraisals, salary reviews, and talent recognition initiatives The Spark we're Looking For Proven experience in an HR role, with a solid understanding of Employment Law, the ACAS Code of Practice, and HR best practice CIPD Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) Confident in handling employee relations matters with discretion and professionalism Strong communication and coaching skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of seniority Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, able to identify issues and recommend practical solutions Experience thriving in a fast paced, dynamic environment If you like the sound of this role, we encourage you to apply even if you aren't confident that you meet all of the requirements - you may be just who we're looking for. We are extremely proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. To make your recruitment experience with us accessible to you, we encourage you to let us know if you have any individual requirements. We are here to support you, so please reach out to our team on
White Stuff was established in 1985 through a simple idea. This idea grew and now we have shops and concessions in the UK and internationally, selling women's and men's clothing as well as beautiful accessories and homeware. Our original prints (all designed in house), intricate details and considered design touches reflect our personality and make us subtly distinctive. Our people are at the heart of our brand, constantly moving and driving us forward. We're sociable, talented and like minded and we're not hierarchical or political in how we do business. We encourage entrepreneurial ideas and accountability at all levels. Who you are: Approachable with good active listening skills, open minded and empathetic, whilst still able to be firm when it's required. Driven and determined Practical and logical; able to solve problems quickly Strong organisation and administrative skills Proven work experience as an HR advisor, HR consultant or similar role Personable with strong communication and relationship building capabilities across all levels of the business Primary objective of the job: As a People Advisor for Retail, you will take responsibility for providing outstanding generalist People support to our colleagues across the UK and International. Working within a lovely team, you will support operational delivery of the people strategy, effective management of the employee lifecycle and managing ad hoc projects to support the business. You will need to travel regularly throughout the UK to partner and support your stakeholders. This role has one direct report, People Assistant (UK & International Retail). What you'll be doing: Partner with your key Stakeholders (Regional and Cluster Managers, shop management, Payroll team and People Team) to enhance People processes, programmes and practices necessary to support evolution and growth. Provide ongoing support, advice & facilitation around people management, career development and training, Employee Relations and Employment Law which includes disciplinary, grievance and performance management. Working with the Regional Managers to identify and address training needs and deliver Learning and Development aspects of the people strategy. Identify opportunities to make enhancements to existing policies, processes and procedures to support best practice. Collaborate and work with the wider People Team to support alignment and consistency in programmes, initiatives & best practices and ensure there is the provision of a seamless People service to all our colleagues via ad hoc project management. Responsible for providing creative and effective solutions in line with the White Stuff ethos and in conjunction with your stakeholders. Support the people administrator with payroll related activities to ensure we deliver a high-level service for our colleagues. Ensuring the operational delivery of key annual activities in line with the people calendar such as Pay Review/ Bonus/ Performance Reviews. Participate in creating and deploying the People vision, values and business plan. Be the voice of our Retail colleagues by listening and feeding back to relevant areas of the business. What you'll need: Operational People and ER experience - experience of being able to effectively advise managers via a partnering approach. Relationship building and stakeholder management - experience of growing and maintaining effective relationships that help drive business success. Commercial acumen - the ability to make commercial people decisions that support employees and the business. Project management - the ability to effectively manage ad hoc projects and annual People processes. Communication - being able to communicate, negotiate and influence colleagues at all levels. IT skills - a solid understanding of systems and processes to allow us to provide an efficient and effective service. Strategic foresight - the ability to translate existing strategy into operational People Plans, and to contribute towards strategy development. Ability to travel across the UK regularly. What we will offer you: As a Retail People Advisor at White Stuff you will be entitled to an array of great benefits, some of which include: Quarterly/Annual bonus opportunity Up to 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays 2 extra (paid!) days off per year to volunteer in the local community 50% discount Subsidised BUPA Dental Insurance Healthcare cash plan and Life Assurance Interest free season ticket loan Pension Contribution We are committed to creating an environment where we can all be proud to work and be ourselves. Part of this commitment is being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, and age. Want to know more about working at White Stuff? England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
White Stuff was established in 1985 through a simple idea. This idea grew and now we have shops and concessions in the UK and internationally, selling women's and men's clothing as well as beautiful accessories and homeware. Our original prints (all designed in house), intricate details and considered design touches reflect our personality and make us subtly distinctive. Our people are at the heart of our brand, constantly moving and driving us forward. We're sociable, talented and like minded and we're not hierarchical or political in how we do business. We encourage entrepreneurial ideas and accountability at all levels. Who you are: Approachable with good active listening skills, open minded and empathetic, whilst still able to be firm when it's required. Driven and determined Practical and logical; able to solve problems quickly Strong organisation and administrative skills Proven work experience as an HR advisor, HR consultant or similar role Personable with strong communication and relationship building capabilities across all levels of the business Primary objective of the job: As a People Advisor for Retail, you will take responsibility for providing outstanding generalist People support to our colleagues across the UK and International. Working within a lovely team, you will support operational delivery of the people strategy, effective management of the employee lifecycle and managing ad hoc projects to support the business. You will need to travel regularly throughout the UK to partner and support your stakeholders. This role has one direct report, People Assistant (UK & International Retail). What you'll be doing: Partner with your key Stakeholders (Regional and Cluster Managers, shop management, Payroll team and People Team) to enhance People processes, programmes and practices necessary to support evolution and growth. Provide ongoing support, advice & facilitation around people management, career development and training, Employee Relations and Employment Law which includes disciplinary, grievance and performance management. Working with the Regional Managers to identify and address training needs and deliver Learning and Development aspects of the people strategy. Identify opportunities to make enhancements to existing policies, processes and procedures to support best practice. Collaborate and work with the wider People Team to support alignment and consistency in programmes, initiatives & best practices and ensure there is the provision of a seamless People service to all our colleagues via ad hoc project management. Responsible for providing creative and effective solutions in line with the White Stuff ethos and in conjunction with your stakeholders. Support the people administrator with payroll related activities to ensure we deliver a high-level service for our colleagues. Ensuring the operational delivery of key annual activities in line with the people calendar such as Pay Review/ Bonus/ Performance Reviews. Participate in creating and deploying the People vision, values and business plan. Be the voice of our Retail colleagues by listening and feeding back to relevant areas of the business. What you'll need: Operational People and ER experience - experience of being able to effectively advise managers via a partnering approach. Relationship building and stakeholder management - experience of growing and maintaining effective relationships that help drive business success. Commercial acumen - the ability to make commercial people decisions that support employees and the business. Project management - the ability to effectively manage ad hoc projects and annual People processes. Communication - being able to communicate, negotiate and influence colleagues at all levels. IT skills - a solid understanding of systems and processes to allow us to provide an efficient and effective service. Strategic foresight - the ability to translate existing strategy into operational People Plans, and to contribute towards strategy development. Ability to travel across the UK regularly. What we will offer you: As a Retail People Advisor at White Stuff you will be entitled to an array of great benefits, some of which include: Quarterly/Annual bonus opportunity Up to 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays 2 extra (paid!) days off per year to volunteer in the local community 50% discount Subsidised BUPA Dental Insurance Healthcare cash plan and Life Assurance Interest free season ticket loan Pension Contribution We are committed to creating an environment where we can all be proud to work and be ourselves. Part of this commitment is being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, and age. Want to know more about working at White Stuff? England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
