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 help you succeed. You will be joining a fast-growing Private Equity funds tax team, working with great clients and a market leading group of people from a diverse range of backgrounds. We are looking for someone who is willing to be a leader, and who is keen to learn and develop - the team will support you to help build your career, deliver great service to high quality clients, and win in the market. At BDO we are proud of our Workable hybrid working framework - we have core team days, and an expectation that team members will be at our Baker Street hub for at least 2 days a week, but otherwise you will have substantial freedom to plan your balance of time in the office and time at home. Responsibilities You will be responsible for dealing with all matters relating to the running of your portfolio of clients, supported by partners in the team and working with colleagues. Your portfolio will include asset managers, investment partnerships and fund management structures. You will: Help to drive the private equity strategy of BDO by building your profile in the market, overseeing top quality tax advice and compliance, getting to know your clients and their issues, and looking for opportunities. Run client relationships - acting as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring the team respond promptly to, as well as anticipate, client requests/needs, and maintaining regular contact with clients. Oversee a portfolio of clients, taking responsibility for delivery of tax compliance and advisory services supported by managers and the junior team. Deal with interesting and varied tax issues. Recognise and seek out business and sales opportunities and work with the Partners to develop these. Develop your own network of contacts internally and externally, supporting your own career development and the growth of our business. Actively participate in the management of the group. Be responsible for coaching and developing managers and more junior members of staff. Actively share knowledge and experiences with others in the firm. Requirements Qualified ACA/CTA (or equivalent) with demonstrable post-qualified experience. Ideally the candidate would have relevant experience in a partnership tax compliance and advisory role or a corporate and personal tax compliance and advisory role, with experience of dealing with private equity funds and management structures. Involvement in and ability to deal with interesting and challenging tax advisory projects. Alternatively, significant experience in private equity tax compliance or a combination of the two. Ability to manage a client portfolio. Experience of dealing with client senior management. Involvement in business development activities with new and/or existing clients. Self-motivated with excellent communication. Experience of supervising junior staff. A commitment to technical and personal development, with the drive and ambition to progress in a supportive environment and fulfil your full potential. 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.
Mar 26, 2025
Full time
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 help you succeed. You will be joining a fast-growing Private Equity funds tax team, working with great clients and a market leading group of people from a diverse range of backgrounds. We are looking for someone who is willing to be a leader, and who is keen to learn and develop - the team will support you to help build your career, deliver great service to high quality clients, and win in the market. At BDO we are proud of our Workable hybrid working framework - we have core team days, and an expectation that team members will be at our Baker Street hub for at least 2 days a week, but otherwise you will have substantial freedom to plan your balance of time in the office and time at home. Responsibilities You will be responsible for dealing with all matters relating to the running of your portfolio of clients, supported by partners in the team and working with colleagues. Your portfolio will include asset managers, investment partnerships and fund management structures. You will: Help to drive the private equity strategy of BDO by building your profile in the market, overseeing top quality tax advice and compliance, getting to know your clients and their issues, and looking for opportunities. Run client relationships - acting as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring the team respond promptly to, as well as anticipate, client requests/needs, and maintaining regular contact with clients. Oversee a portfolio of clients, taking responsibility for delivery of tax compliance and advisory services supported by managers and the junior team. Deal with interesting and varied tax issues. Recognise and seek out business and sales opportunities and work with the Partners to develop these. Develop your own network of contacts internally and externally, supporting your own career development and the growth of our business. Actively participate in the management of the group. Be responsible for coaching and developing managers and more junior members of staff. Actively share knowledge and experiences with others in the firm. Requirements Qualified ACA/CTA (or equivalent) with demonstrable post-qualified experience. Ideally the candidate would have relevant experience in a partnership tax compliance and advisory role or a corporate and personal tax compliance and advisory role, with experience of dealing with private equity funds and management structures. Involvement in and ability to deal with interesting and challenging tax advisory projects. Alternatively, significant experience in private equity tax compliance or a combination of the two. Ability to manage a client portfolio. Experience of dealing with client senior management. Involvement in business development activities with new and/or existing clients. Self-motivated with excellent communication. Experience of supervising junior staff. A commitment to technical and personal development, with the drive and ambition to progress in a supportive environment and fulfil your full potential. 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.
Audit Senior Associate- Inverness Our client is looking for an experienced, professional and enthusiastic ACA/ACCA Qualified Senior Associate, to join their audit team based in Inverness. If you aren't local to inverness and are willing to do some frequent travel to their office during the month, please still apply - we are happy to accept applications from people within a 3 hour radius! Applicants must be either CA, ACA or ACCA qualified. We will however consider candidates who are a few months away from becoming fully qualified! You will become a key part of a growing Top 15 Firm, who provide a wide range of accounting, audit and advisory services to a massive range of diverse clientele. You can gain some real exposure to a varied, interesting portfolio of clients. What will this involve? Project manage and drive forwards the audit and accounting process. Liaising directly with other senior individuals in clients' finance teams. You will be involved in every aspect of the audit process, taking ownership of planning, fieldwork, and the completion on audit engagements, working closely with both partners and managers within the team. Be involved in the direction and overall running of the team. There may also be opportunities to work on ad hoc projects e.g, department or firmwide working groups and client advisory work. You will be expected to have responsibility for leading a range of audits. Be responsible for supervising and coaching the work of more junior staff and liaising with tax staff, partners and clients. As an Audit Senior Associate you will be given the opportunity to manage a small portfolio of jobs, which helps you to develop the next stage of your career progression. With exciting growth plans in the team, our client has an incredibly successful career progression pathway and framework in place to enable you to be supported and encouraged with your career journey and development. You will be part of a growing firm which currently have over 80 staff members and approx. 5 partners! You will be based within a local Inverness office who are local to transport services. What are looking for from you? Qualifications and Skills: CA, ACA or ACCA qualified. Strong audit experience, including planning and completion. Proficiency in computer applications, including Excel and Word, and familiarity with CCH accounts and audit automation (preferred). Up-to-date technical knowledge, including recent developments in accounting and auditing standards. What does our client offer? A 35 hour working week with a hybrid working policy with the flexibility to work from home for up to three days per week (core hours are 10-4) Excellent benefits including; contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave, Life Assurance cover and great flexible benefits and family friendly policies. Eligibility for the firm's Profit-Sharing Plan. Paid in December- circa 1000+! Paid overtime or time off in lieu. Working from home allowance. Modern, extremely friendly team and office. Career progression guaranteed. And SO much more! About Spencer Clarke Group: Within the Accountancy & Finance division we work across the whole of the UK and cover Practice, Public and Industry alike with Permanent, Interim or contract positions. Visit our website: (url removed) Know someone who this role could suit? We offer up to 500 worth of gift vouchers for any successful referrals. T's & C's apply. INDSCG4
Mar 26, 2025
Full time
Audit Senior Associate- Inverness Our client is looking for an experienced, professional and enthusiastic ACA/ACCA Qualified Senior Associate, to join their audit team based in Inverness. If you aren't local to inverness and are willing to do some frequent travel to their office during the month, please still apply - we are happy to accept applications from people within a 3 hour radius! Applicants must be either CA, ACA or ACCA qualified. We will however consider candidates who are a few months away from becoming fully qualified! You will become a key part of a growing Top 15 Firm, who provide a wide range of accounting, audit and advisory services to a massive range of diverse clientele. You can gain some real exposure to a varied, interesting portfolio of clients. What will this involve? Project manage and drive forwards the audit and accounting process. Liaising directly with other senior individuals in clients' finance teams. You will be involved in every aspect of the audit process, taking ownership of planning, fieldwork, and the completion on audit engagements, working closely with both partners and managers within the team. Be involved in the direction and overall running of the team. There may also be opportunities to work on ad hoc projects e.g, department or firmwide working groups and client advisory work. You will be expected to have responsibility for leading a range of audits. Be responsible for supervising and coaching the work of more junior staff and liaising with tax staff, partners and clients. As an Audit Senior Associate you will be given the opportunity to manage a small portfolio of jobs, which helps you to develop the next stage of your career progression. With exciting growth plans in the team, our client has an incredibly successful career progression pathway and framework in place to enable you to be supported and encouraged with your career journey and development. You will be part of a growing firm which currently have over 80 staff members and approx. 5 partners! You will be based within a local Inverness office who are local to transport services. What are looking for from you? Qualifications and Skills: CA, ACA or ACCA qualified. Strong audit experience, including planning and completion. Proficiency in computer applications, including Excel and Word, and familiarity with CCH accounts and audit automation (preferred). Up-to-date technical knowledge, including recent developments in accounting and auditing standards. What does our client offer? A 35 hour working week with a hybrid working policy with the flexibility to work from home for up to three days per week (core hours are 10-4) Excellent benefits including; contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave, Life Assurance cover and great flexible benefits and family friendly policies. Eligibility for the firm's Profit-Sharing Plan. Paid in December- circa 1000+! Paid overtime or time off in lieu. Working from home allowance. Modern, extremely friendly team and office. Career progression guaranteed. And SO much more! About Spencer Clarke Group: Within the Accountancy & Finance division we work across the whole of the UK and cover Practice, Public and Industry alike with Permanent, Interim or contract positions. Visit our website: (url removed) Know someone who this role could suit? We offer up to 500 worth of gift vouchers for any successful referrals. T's & C's apply. INDSCG4
RECRUITMENT MANAGER - IT / TECH Do you have experience in IT 360 Recruitment or New Business Development? Are you passionate about driving business growth and building strong client relationships? Office in Central London. Hybrid working. Training + OTE offered. This role requires a proven track record of securing new business in the IT/Tech sector. SUMMARY: The Experis' cross border business is driving innovation across the recruitment sector. Working across the full breadth of Manpower Group's 75+ countries, the team provides a unique and market leading solution to solve our client's talent issues. This is an exciting and unique opportunity to build on a strong recruitment sales background and work on something truly pioneering and global in nature. As a Business Development Manager, you will be expected to become an expert in global talent trends and employment markets, taking this knowledge to bring new business to the cross-border team across a range of new and existing clients. The role is to develop relationships with new clients; win and deliver new business across both staffing and IT Project Services sectors, and to promote the Cross-Border Solution across the wider marketplace. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Work with management and the wider team to develop the sales strategy and grow our GP value across new clients Build a sales pipeline by identifying new business opportunities and generate leads through to client conversion Develop and implement new client pursuit plans ('client first'), leveraging market intelligence to deliver immediate returns and long-term profitable relationships Work with the team to develop bespoke client specific solutions to create a differentiated value proposition Work across both Staffing and IT Services sectors to drive the cross-border solution's growth in high value markets Ensure all sales activity and pipeline is tracked, qualified, and signed off in accordance with internal procedures Work with the wider cross border team and international internal partners to maximise monetisation in accounts and ensure risk and compliance requirements are met Be a thought leader and expert in global IT markets, working specifically with multiple countries to develop key knowledge and create value Be a brand ambassador for the wider IT services team to support overall strategic growth SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES: Pro-actively identifies new opportunities and approaches to attract and win new clients Monitors performance to deliver against objectives/ deadlines / targets Networking and sales 'opener'. Builds wide and effective networks of contacts inside and outside the organisation Sold innovative solutions to new clients Puts the client first - demonstrates a commitment to meeting client's requirements and expectations Experience of using data and trend analysis to inform future sales strategies Articulate communicator, developed negotiation and persuasion skills Works in a systematic, structured way, plans and manages own time effectively Strong track record in driving profitable sales in the marketplace Upholds the group values and behaves with integrity towards clients and prospects Makes rational commercially sound business judgements from available information Produces innovative new ideas/approaches/ insights Why work with us? Whilst working as a Senior Recruiter, enjoy these perks: 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and your birthday off Great opportunity within a technical IT / Tech led initiative Hybrid working within a global company at Experis part of ManpowerGroup Employee recognition local rewards for employees Plus, many other flexible and company benefits If you're an ambitious, sales-driven, and a proactive person, we look forward to hearing from you! At ManpowerGroup we're a global leader in workforce solutions, empowering our people every day to discover their personal best. Our services enable our clients to win in the changing world of work and we connect more than 600,000 people every day to meaningful work across a wide range of skills and industries helping to power the success of clients around the world. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified or experienced people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or disability. ManpowerGroup is a Disability Confident Employer and we're happy to talk about flexible working.
Mar 26, 2025
Full time
RECRUITMENT MANAGER - IT / TECH Do you have experience in IT 360 Recruitment or New Business Development? Are you passionate about driving business growth and building strong client relationships? Office in Central London. Hybrid working. Training + OTE offered. This role requires a proven track record of securing new business in the IT/Tech sector. SUMMARY: The Experis' cross border business is driving innovation across the recruitment sector. Working across the full breadth of Manpower Group's 75+ countries, the team provides a unique and market leading solution to solve our client's talent issues. This is an exciting and unique opportunity to build on a strong recruitment sales background and work on something truly pioneering and global in nature. As a Business Development Manager, you will be expected to become an expert in global talent trends and employment markets, taking this knowledge to bring new business to the cross-border team across a range of new and existing clients. The role is to develop relationships with new clients; win and deliver new business across both staffing and IT Project Services sectors, and to promote the Cross-Border Solution across the wider marketplace. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Work with management and the wider team to develop the sales strategy and grow our GP value across new clients Build a sales pipeline by identifying new business opportunities and generate leads through to client conversion Develop and implement new client pursuit plans ('client first'), leveraging market intelligence to deliver immediate returns and long-term profitable relationships Work with the team to develop bespoke client specific solutions to create a differentiated value proposition Work across both Staffing and IT Services sectors to drive the cross-border solution's growth in high value markets Ensure all sales activity and pipeline is tracked, qualified, and signed off in accordance with internal procedures Work with the wider cross border team and international internal partners to maximise monetisation in accounts and ensure risk and compliance requirements are met Be a thought leader and expert in global IT markets, working specifically with multiple countries to develop key knowledge and create value Be a brand ambassador for the wider IT services team to support overall strategic growth SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES: Pro-actively identifies new opportunities and approaches to attract and win new clients Monitors performance to deliver against objectives/ deadlines / targets Networking and sales 'opener'. Builds wide and effective networks of contacts inside and outside the organisation Sold innovative solutions to new clients Puts the client first - demonstrates a commitment to meeting client's requirements and expectations Experience of using data and trend analysis to inform future sales strategies Articulate communicator, developed negotiation and persuasion skills Works in a systematic, structured way, plans and manages own time effectively Strong track record in driving profitable sales in the marketplace Upholds the group values and behaves with integrity towards clients and prospects Makes rational commercially sound business judgements from available information Produces innovative new ideas/approaches/ insights Why work with us? Whilst working as a Senior Recruiter, enjoy these perks: 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and your birthday off Great opportunity within a technical IT / Tech led initiative Hybrid working within a global company at Experis part of ManpowerGroup Employee recognition local rewards for employees Plus, many other flexible and company benefits If you're an ambitious, sales-driven, and a proactive person, we look forward to hearing from you! At ManpowerGroup we're a global leader in workforce solutions, empowering our people every day to discover their personal best. Our services enable our clients to win in the changing world of work and we connect more than 600,000 people every day to meaningful work across a wide range of skills and industries helping to power the success of clients around the world. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified or experienced people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or disability. ManpowerGroup is a Disability Confident Employer and we're happy to talk about flexible working.
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 BDO's Business Tax practice sits at the heart of our Tax function and plays an important role in the wider business. Our team works collaboratively with others across BDO, offering clients in the UK and overseas expert advice and solutions that help them overcome their challenges. If you're looking for exposure and the chance to make an impact, you're looking in the right place. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. You'll be advising clients on their high-profile M&A activity, ensuring your clients' tax compliance affairs are in order and enjoying variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Compliance & Advisory services to scale-ups, to private businesses and to PE-backed groups. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. 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 peers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged and supported to identify and develop new business opportunities, both with existing clients and prospects, contributing to the growth of the team and enhancing delivery to our clients. We are looking for someone with; An in depth, up to date knowledge of taxation with experience of advising entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses & PE-backed groups. Experience of advising on M&A transactions (e.g. tax structuring and/or due diligence, buy and sell-side). Experience of managing a portfolio of clients including control of client take on and engagement, billings, and identification of opportunities to improve recoveries, together with cash collection. Ability to provide Corporation Tax Compliance and Advisory services to a wide range of clients using resource from a shared service team or via technology tools. An active interest in developing the team, both technically and commercially, through effective delegation and acting as a role model. An understanding of potential risks to the Firm in relation to the Firm's quality control procedures. Experience of leading complex projects and dealing with complex tax issues. Educated to degree level and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent. You'll also 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 17 UK locations, we are 6,500 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.
Mar 26, 2025
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 BDO's Business Tax practice sits at the heart of our Tax function and plays an important role in the wider business. Our team works collaboratively with others across BDO, offering clients in the UK and overseas expert advice and solutions that help them overcome their challenges. If you're looking for exposure and the chance to make an impact, you're looking in the right place. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. You'll be advising clients on their high-profile M&A activity, ensuring your clients' tax compliance affairs are in order and enjoying variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Compliance & Advisory services to scale-ups, to private businesses and to PE-backed groups. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. 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 peers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged and supported to identify and develop new business opportunities, both with existing clients and prospects, contributing to the growth of the team and enhancing delivery to our clients. We are looking for someone with; An in depth, up to date knowledge of taxation with experience of advising entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses & PE-backed groups. Experience of advising on M&A transactions (e.g. tax structuring and/or due diligence, buy and sell-side). Experience of managing a portfolio of clients including control of client take on and engagement, billings, and identification of opportunities to improve recoveries, together with cash collection. Ability to provide Corporation Tax Compliance and Advisory services to a wide range of clients using resource from a shared service team or via technology tools. An active interest in developing the team, both technically and commercially, through effective delegation and acting as a role model. An understanding of potential risks to the Firm in relation to the Firm's quality control procedures. Experience of leading complex projects and dealing with complex tax issues. Educated to degree level and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent. You'll also 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 17 UK locations, we are 6,500 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.
Audit Manager - International 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. 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. As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. Working within a number of sectors, they verify the accuracy of our clients' financial statements for stakeholders, including shareholders, governments, tax authorities, banks and customers, ensuring the stability and authenticity of the financial market. That's why we're so committed to helping our clients, and our people to succeed. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We'll broaden your horizons The international audit team is an industry agnostic team that specialises in providing fully coordinated secondary audit services to multinationals. Working closely with BDO Member Firms from around the world, the international audit team leverages the controls present at finance service centre locations to design high quality and highly efficient global audit strategies. The international audit team provide a fully project managed and centralised global audit offering to audited entities. Many engagements have an element of travel required, with team members often travelling overseas a number of times a year on audit engagements. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone with: ACCA/ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Experience in managing, supervising, supporting and coaching junior members of staff to develop their knowledge and understanding Experience challenging Management, including experience in managing difficult conversations Working knowledge of ISAs, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering Experience reviewing systems, process and control environments to understand the entity and to identify risk Experience in designing audit strategies based primarily on substantive auditing Experience managing complex projects and teams with multiple milestones, deliverables and locations. Experience with financial statements reviews Desirable Sector experience appropriate to BDO audited entities Experience auditing international groups and coordinating engagements that operate cross border Experience designing audit strategies that rely on controls and the IT environment of the audited entity Experience in conducting Group audits under ISA 600 You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our 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 ati 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 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 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.
Mar 26, 2025
Full time
Audit Manager - International 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. 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. As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. Working within a number of sectors, they verify the accuracy of our clients' financial statements for stakeholders, including shareholders, governments, tax authorities, banks and customers, ensuring the stability and authenticity of the financial market. That's why we're so committed to helping our clients, and our people to succeed. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We'll broaden your horizons The international audit team is an industry agnostic team that specialises in providing fully coordinated secondary audit services to multinationals. Working closely with BDO Member Firms from around the world, the international audit team leverages the controls present at finance service centre locations to design high quality and highly efficient global audit strategies. The international audit team provide a fully project managed and centralised global audit offering to audited entities. Many engagements have an element of travel required, with team members often travelling overseas a number of times a year on audit engagements. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone with: ACCA/ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Experience in managing, supervising, supporting and coaching junior members of staff to develop their knowledge and understanding Experience challenging Management, including experience in managing difficult conversations Working knowledge of ISAs, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering Experience reviewing systems, process and control environments to understand the entity and to identify risk Experience in designing audit strategies based primarily on substantive auditing Experience managing complex projects and teams with multiple milestones, deliverables and locations. Experience with financial statements reviews Desirable Sector experience appropriate to BDO audited entities Experience auditing international groups and coordinating engagements that operate cross border Experience designing audit strategies that rely on controls and the IT environment of the audited entity Experience in conducting Group audits under ISA 600 You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our 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 ati 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 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 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.
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 BDO's Corporate Tax practice sits at the heart of our Tax function and plays an important role in the wider business. Our team works collaboratively with others across BDO, offering clients in the UK and overseas expert advice and solutions that help them overcome their challenges. If you're looking for exposure and the chance to make an impact, you're looking in the right place. 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 pro-actively 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. You'll be someone with: An in depth, up to date, knowledge of taxation with specialist knowledge and the ability to deal with complex tax issues Project and staff management experience Ability to manage a substantial client portfolio profitably whilst being able to actively seek opportunities for developing new clients and for selling new services to existing clients Experience of dealing with client senior management Educated to degree level and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent Demonstrable post qualified experience 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.
Mar 26, 2025
Full time
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 BDO's Corporate Tax practice sits at the heart of our Tax function and plays an important role in the wider business. Our team works collaboratively with others across BDO, offering clients in the UK and overseas expert advice and solutions that help them overcome their challenges. If you're looking for exposure and the chance to make an impact, you're looking in the right place. 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 pro-actively 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. You'll be someone with: An in depth, up to date, knowledge of taxation with specialist knowledge and the ability to deal with complex tax issues Project and staff management experience Ability to manage a substantial client portfolio profitably whilst being able to actively seek opportunities for developing new clients and for selling new services to existing clients Experience of dealing with client senior management Educated to degree level and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent Demonstrable post qualified experience 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 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 help you succeed We are looking for someone who is willing to get involved, and who is keen to learn and develop - the team will support you in gaining market knowledge, skills, and technical expertise to help build your career. At BDO we are proud of our Workable hybrid working framework - we have core team days, and an expectation that team members will be at our Baker Street hub for at least 2 days a week, but otherwise you will have substantial freedom to plan your balance of time in the office and time at home. You will be joining one of the largest Professional Services tax teams in London. We serve a wide variety of clients within the sector, including law firms, consultants, recruiters, architects and property services firms, as well as financial services businesses and private equity firms. We also look after their Partners and Senior Executives.The role provides an exceptional opportunity for the successful candidate to develop their technical, commercial and client relationship skills in a supportive and collaborative environment, working with colleagues who are recognised as experts in the sector.Our client base will provide you with a fantastic opportunity to work on a challenging and varied portfolio, delivering tax reporting, compliance and advisory services both in the UK and internationally. You will have the chance to deal with matters relating to the management of clients operating within the professional services and investment fund management sectors, particularly partnerships/LLPs and their partners, as well as some corporate businesses. Furthermore, you will be able to consider and highlight further opportunities to develop new work. When you join us, we'll make your growth our priority. If you can demonstrate the following skills, we can help you go far. Responsibilities You will be trusted to lead client relationships and run your portfolio of clients, supported by directors and partners in the team and working with more junior colleagues. You will work in a team leading the market in professional partnerships - your portfolio will include an exciting and prestigious range of clients operating within the professional services sector, particularly partnerships/LLPs and their partners, as well as some corporate businesses. You will: Help to drive the professional services strategy of BDO by building your profile in the market, overseeing top quality tax advice and compliance, getting to know your clients and their issues, and looking for opportunities. Run client relationships - acting as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring the team respond promptly to, as well as anticipate, client requests/needs, and maintaining regular contact with clients. Oversee a portfolio of clients, taking responsibility for delivery of tax compliance and advisory services supported by managers and the junior team. Deal with interesting and varied tax issues. Recognise and seek out business and sales opportunities and work with the Partners to develop these. Develop your own network of contacts internally and externally, supporting your own career development and the growth of our business. Actively participate in the management of the group. Be responsible for coaching and developing managers and more junior members of staff. Actively share knowledge and experiences with others in the firm. Requirements Qualified ACA/CTA (or equivalent) with demonstrable post-qualified experience. Ideally the candidate would have relevant experience in a partnership tax compliance and advisory role or a corporate and personal tax compliance and advisory role, with experience of dealing with professional services firms. Involvement in and ability to deal with interesting and challenging tax advisory projects. Alternatively, significant experience in private equity tax compliance or a combination of the two. Ability to manage a client portfolio. Experience of dealing with client senior management. Involvement in business development activities with new and/or existing clients. Self-motivated with excellent communication. Experience of supervising junior staff. A commitment to technical and personal development, with the drive and ambition to progress in a supportive environment and fulfil your full potential. 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.
Mar 26, 2025
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 help you succeed We are looking for someone who is willing to get involved, and who is keen to learn and develop - the team will support you in gaining market knowledge, skills, and technical expertise to help build your career. At BDO we are proud of our Workable hybrid working framework - we have core team days, and an expectation that team members will be at our Baker Street hub for at least 2 days a week, but otherwise you will have substantial freedom to plan your balance of time in the office and time at home. You will be joining one of the largest Professional Services tax teams in London. We serve a wide variety of clients within the sector, including law firms, consultants, recruiters, architects and property services firms, as well as financial services businesses and private equity firms. We also look after their Partners and Senior Executives.The role provides an exceptional opportunity for the successful candidate to develop their technical, commercial and client relationship skills in a supportive and collaborative environment, working with colleagues who are recognised as experts in the sector.Our client base will provide you with a fantastic opportunity to work on a challenging and varied portfolio, delivering tax reporting, compliance and advisory services both in the UK and internationally. You will have the chance to deal with matters relating to the management of clients operating within the professional services and investment fund management sectors, particularly partnerships/LLPs and their partners, as well as some corporate businesses. Furthermore, you will be able to consider and highlight further opportunities to develop new work. When you join us, we'll make your growth our priority. If you can demonstrate the following skills, we can help you go far. Responsibilities You will be trusted to lead client relationships and run your portfolio of clients, supported by directors and partners in the team and working with more junior colleagues. You will work in a team leading the market in professional partnerships - your portfolio will include an exciting and prestigious range of clients operating within the professional services sector, particularly partnerships/LLPs and their partners, as well as some corporate businesses. You will: Help to drive the professional services strategy of BDO by building your profile in the market, overseeing top quality tax advice and compliance, getting to know your clients and their issues, and looking for opportunities. Run client relationships - acting as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring the team respond promptly to, as well as anticipate, client requests/needs, and maintaining regular contact with clients. Oversee a portfolio of clients, taking responsibility for delivery of tax compliance and advisory services supported by managers and the junior team. Deal with interesting and varied tax issues. Recognise and seek out business and sales opportunities and work with the Partners to develop these. Develop your own network of contacts internally and externally, supporting your own career development and the growth of our business. Actively participate in the management of the group. Be responsible for coaching and developing managers and more junior members of staff. Actively share knowledge and experiences with others in the firm. Requirements Qualified ACA/CTA (or equivalent) with demonstrable post-qualified experience. Ideally the candidate would have relevant experience in a partnership tax compliance and advisory role or a corporate and personal tax compliance and advisory role, with experience of dealing with professional services firms. Involvement in and ability to deal with interesting and challenging tax advisory projects. Alternatively, significant experience in private equity tax compliance or a combination of the two. Ability to manage a client portfolio. Experience of dealing with client senior management. Involvement in business development activities with new and/or existing clients. Self-motivated with excellent communication. Experience of supervising junior staff. A commitment to technical and personal development, with the drive and ambition to progress in a supportive environment and fulfil your full potential. 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.
On-site Support Technician On-Site Support Technician Scarborough North Yorkshire £25,000 - £28,000 Vital York is currently seeking an experienced Technician who is motivated and enthusiastic about technology. The ideal candidate should have a natural flair for technology, a strong willingness to learn and a passion for providing exceptional service to our customers to join an expanding team supporting a School in Scarborough. This role will involve supporting a secondary school where you will be the liaison between your schools and Vital York, ensuring that they are kept informed about the products and services Vital York can provide, and managing customer accounts which will involve maintaining the IT hardware and software across the school sites helping them to improve their ICT provision and enable them to deliver effective teaching and learning through ICT solutions. To be suitable for this role, you should a passionate interest in IT and a solid technical background, as well as being self-driven and enthusiastic about offering exceptional customer service. Being a team player, is it essential you have excellent communication and organisational skills as you need to liaise with the school senior management team on a regular basis. Our ideal candidate should have at least 1-2 years experience in working in a previous ICT Technician or 2ndsupport role in the education sector although not essential. You should have the ability to work independently and exhibit a flair for troubleshooting and a proactive attitude towards identifying potential avenues to enhance the services provided by the team. Responsibilities include: To provide ICT technical support to the school. You will ensure a high level of customer service is always maintained in a professional and efficient manner within the agreed timescales and SLA s. Providing accurate technical solutions to queries and incidents; escalating to managers or other teams as required to meet the agreed SLA targets. To manage and maintain the school s ICT equipment including overseeing the general health of equipment and devices. Completing replacement hardware when required. Installation, configuration and deployment of equipment. General basis ICT support such as password changes, printer issues and set ups. To manage expectations of the school, keeping them informed and up to date with progress. Proactively monitoring and prioritising IT problems and escalating where necessary. To demonstrate a willingness to work flexibly, sometimes outside of normal core hours, in response to service demands as agreed with the Head Teacher and/Vital York To contribute to the ethos of the school, in all areas of contact and responsibility, in relationships with staff and pupils. To perform such other tasks as may reasonably be required by the Head Teacher or Senior Leadership Team. Skills/Abilities: Ideally an understanding of Windows 10 & 11, wireless networks, Smooth wall, IOS devices, MDM, Google Workspace Experience in working closely with customers and providing excellent customer service Sound technical ability The ability to learn quickly and exercise initiative Effective management of time and workload The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. The ability to problem-solve quickly and effectively The role is offered on a 6-month contract and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks. In return, we are offering a salary of between £25,000 - £28,000 FTE negotiable for the right person, Benefits include pension scheme, electric/hybrid car scheme, cycle scheme, eye care voucher scheme, The Transforming Learning Group, which provides a comprehensive range of hands-on ICT and computing support, MIS support, GDPR services and consultancy and training. We have seven brands under the TLG umbrella Vital York, turn IT on, School ICT Services, SalamanderSoft, Locker, GDPR Sentry and SBM Between the Seven brands we provide services to over 5,000 schools across England and employ over 450 staff members. We put schools and their needs first, taking care of all their technological needs so that they can get on with teaching and learning. As an inclusive employer, we are proud of the diversity and flexibility that we have, and the breadth of skills and experience of our staff. Vital York is a friendly and supportive place to work where people feel trusted and respected. REF-(Apply online only)
Mar 26, 2025
Contractor
On-site Support Technician On-Site Support Technician Scarborough North Yorkshire £25,000 - £28,000 Vital York is currently seeking an experienced Technician who is motivated and enthusiastic about technology. The ideal candidate should have a natural flair for technology, a strong willingness to learn and a passion for providing exceptional service to our customers to join an expanding team supporting a School in Scarborough. This role will involve supporting a secondary school where you will be the liaison between your schools and Vital York, ensuring that they are kept informed about the products and services Vital York can provide, and managing customer accounts which will involve maintaining the IT hardware and software across the school sites helping them to improve their ICT provision and enable them to deliver effective teaching and learning through ICT solutions. To be suitable for this role, you should a passionate interest in IT and a solid technical background, as well as being self-driven and enthusiastic about offering exceptional customer service. Being a team player, is it essential you have excellent communication and organisational skills as you need to liaise with the school senior management team on a regular basis. Our ideal candidate should have at least 1-2 years experience in working in a previous ICT Technician or 2ndsupport role in the education sector although not essential. You should have the ability to work independently and exhibit a flair for troubleshooting and a proactive attitude towards identifying potential avenues to enhance the services provided by the team. Responsibilities include: To provide ICT technical support to the school. You will ensure a high level of customer service is always maintained in a professional and efficient manner within the agreed timescales and SLA s. Providing accurate technical solutions to queries and incidents; escalating to managers or other teams as required to meet the agreed SLA targets. To manage and maintain the school s ICT equipment including overseeing the general health of equipment and devices. Completing replacement hardware when required. Installation, configuration and deployment of equipment. General basis ICT support such as password changes, printer issues and set ups. To manage expectations of the school, keeping them informed and up to date with progress. Proactively monitoring and prioritising IT problems and escalating where necessary. To demonstrate a willingness to work flexibly, sometimes outside of normal core hours, in response to service demands as agreed with the Head Teacher and/Vital York To contribute to the ethos of the school, in all areas of contact and responsibility, in relationships with staff and pupils. To perform such other tasks as may reasonably be required by the Head Teacher or Senior Leadership Team. Skills/Abilities: Ideally an understanding of Windows 10 & 11, wireless networks, Smooth wall, IOS devices, MDM, Google Workspace Experience in working closely with customers and providing excellent customer service Sound technical ability The ability to learn quickly and exercise initiative Effective management of time and workload The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. The ability to problem-solve quickly and effectively The role is offered on a 6-month contract and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks. In return, we are offering a salary of between £25,000 - £28,000 FTE negotiable for the right person, Benefits include pension scheme, electric/hybrid car scheme, cycle scheme, eye care voucher scheme, The Transforming Learning Group, which provides a comprehensive range of hands-on ICT and computing support, MIS support, GDPR services and consultancy and training. We have seven brands under the TLG umbrella Vital York, turn IT on, School ICT Services, SalamanderSoft, Locker, GDPR Sentry and SBM Between the Seven brands we provide services to over 5,000 schools across England and employ over 450 staff members. We put schools and their needs first, taking care of all their technological needs so that they can get on with teaching and learning. As an inclusive employer, we are proud of the diversity and flexibility that we have, and the breadth of skills and experience of our staff. Vital York is a friendly and supportive place to work where people feel trusted and respected. REF-(Apply online only)
Ready to join a team that's leading the way in reshaping the future of insurance? Here at esure Group, we are on a mission to revolutionise insurance for good! We ve been providing Home and Motor Insurance since 2000, with over 2 million customers trusting us to keep them covered through our esure and Sheilas Wheels brands. With a bold commitment for digital innovation, we're transforming the way the industry operates and putting customers at the heart of everything we do. Having completed our recent multi-year digital transformation, we re now leveraging advanced technology and data-driven insights alongside exceptional service, to deliver personalised experiences that meet our customers ever-changing needs today and in the future. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Reward Partner to join our team. As a key member of the broader HR department, you'll provide support to the Head of Reward & People Services in tasks that include salary benchmarking, salary reviews and job evaluation. You'll also manage our benefits package and oversee all elements relating to Reward. What you ll do: Manage the execution of annual reward activities such as salary reviews, bonuses, and performance management along with incentive programs. Managing cyclical Reward tasks such as gathering, calculating, analysing, modelling, and communicating payment details. Overseeing daily Pay and Reward tasks, including budgeting and contract management with suppliers. Creating reports and proposals, e.g. analysis of Gender and Ethnicity Pay gaps. Serving as an expert on all aspects of rewards, benefits, and compensation. Consulting with the broader HR team regarding Reward related HR procedures and initiatives. Collecting and examining salary data internally and externally, offering benchmark data, and making related recommendations. What we d love you to bring: Your experience should include a history of developing and implementing various compensation and benefits initiatives through numerous annual periods. Experience with one of the major salary benchmarking tools, such as those from WTW or Aon. Exceptional proficiency in Excel and extensive expertise in constructing Excel models that drive decision-making by distilling complex data. Skilled in creating analysis and presentations suitable for Board-level review. Self-assured when presenting viewpoints with the ability to advise senior colleagues and line managers regarding reward strategies. Possess robust project management capabilities to oversee multiple concurrent projects. Use an analytical mindset to propose alternative perspectives on available data to unearth new insights. The Interview Process (subject to change): You ll start with an introductory call with one of our Talent Partners. This is a get to know you session and for you to explore the position in more detail. 1st stage interview: a 1 hour interview with our Lead HR Business Partner and People Services Lead 2nd stage: a 1 hour interview (onsite in one of our offices) with our Chief People Officer and our Lead HR Business Partner What s in it for you?: Competitive salary that reflects your skills, experience and potential. Discretionary bonus scheme that recognises your hard work and contributions to esure s success. 25 days annual leave, plus 8 flexible days and the ability to buy and sell further holiday. Our flexible benefits platform is loaded with perks to choose from, so you can build a personal toolkit to support your health, wellbeing, lifestyle, and finances. Company funded private medical insurance for qualifying colleagues. Fantastic discounts on our insurance products! 50% off for yourself and spouse/partner and 10% off for direct family members. We ll elevate your career with hands-on training, mentoring, access to our exclusive academies, regular career conversations, and expert partner resources. Driving good in the world couldn t be more important to us. Our colleagues can use 2 volunteering days per year to support their local communities. Join our internal networks and communities to connect, learn, and share ideas with likeminded colleagues. We re a proud supporter of the ABI s Make Flexible Work campaign and welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. Our hybrid working approach also puts you in the driving seat of how and where you do your best work. And much more; See a full overview of our benefits here Reward and benefits Esure Group PLC We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We celebrate individuality and create spaces where unique backgrounds and experiences can come together. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation, in turn enabling us to better serve our customers, community and build a stronger organisation. Our commitment to inclusion extends to every part of our business, from hiring practices to professional growth opportunities, ensuring equal access and support for all.
Mar 26, 2025
Full time
Ready to join a team that's leading the way in reshaping the future of insurance? Here at esure Group, we are on a mission to revolutionise insurance for good! We ve been providing Home and Motor Insurance since 2000, with over 2 million customers trusting us to keep them covered through our esure and Sheilas Wheels brands. With a bold commitment for digital innovation, we're transforming the way the industry operates and putting customers at the heart of everything we do. Having completed our recent multi-year digital transformation, we re now leveraging advanced technology and data-driven insights alongside exceptional service, to deliver personalised experiences that meet our customers ever-changing needs today and in the future. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Reward Partner to join our team. As a key member of the broader HR department, you'll provide support to the Head of Reward & People Services in tasks that include salary benchmarking, salary reviews and job evaluation. You'll also manage our benefits package and oversee all elements relating to Reward. What you ll do: Manage the execution of annual reward activities such as salary reviews, bonuses, and performance management along with incentive programs. Managing cyclical Reward tasks such as gathering, calculating, analysing, modelling, and communicating payment details. Overseeing daily Pay and Reward tasks, including budgeting and contract management with suppliers. Creating reports and proposals, e.g. analysis of Gender and Ethnicity Pay gaps. Serving as an expert on all aspects of rewards, benefits, and compensation. Consulting with the broader HR team regarding Reward related HR procedures and initiatives. Collecting and examining salary data internally and externally, offering benchmark data, and making related recommendations. What we d love you to bring: Your experience should include a history of developing and implementing various compensation and benefits initiatives through numerous annual periods. Experience with one of the major salary benchmarking tools, such as those from WTW or Aon. Exceptional proficiency in Excel and extensive expertise in constructing Excel models that drive decision-making by distilling complex data. Skilled in creating analysis and presentations suitable for Board-level review. Self-assured when presenting viewpoints with the ability to advise senior colleagues and line managers regarding reward strategies. Possess robust project management capabilities to oversee multiple concurrent projects. Use an analytical mindset to propose alternative perspectives on available data to unearth new insights. The Interview Process (subject to change): You ll start with an introductory call with one of our Talent Partners. This is a get to know you session and for you to explore the position in more detail. 1st stage interview: a 1 hour interview with our Lead HR Business Partner and People Services Lead 2nd stage: a 1 hour interview (onsite in one of our offices) with our Chief People Officer and our Lead HR Business Partner What s in it for you?: Competitive salary that reflects your skills, experience and potential. Discretionary bonus scheme that recognises your hard work and contributions to esure s success. 25 days annual leave, plus 8 flexible days and the ability to buy and sell further holiday. Our flexible benefits platform is loaded with perks to choose from, so you can build a personal toolkit to support your health, wellbeing, lifestyle, and finances. Company funded private medical insurance for qualifying colleagues. Fantastic discounts on our insurance products! 50% off for yourself and spouse/partner and 10% off for direct family members. We ll elevate your career with hands-on training, mentoring, access to our exclusive academies, regular career conversations, and expert partner resources. Driving good in the world couldn t be more important to us. Our colleagues can use 2 volunteering days per year to support their local communities. Join our internal networks and communities to connect, learn, and share ideas with likeminded colleagues. We re a proud supporter of the ABI s Make Flexible Work campaign and welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. Our hybrid working approach also puts you in the driving seat of how and where you do your best work. And much more; See a full overview of our benefits here Reward and benefits Esure Group PLC We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We celebrate individuality and create spaces where unique backgrounds and experiences can come together. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation, in turn enabling us to better serve our customers, community and build a stronger organisation. Our commitment to inclusion extends to every part of our business, from hiring practices to professional growth opportunities, ensuring equal access and support for all.
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 leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You will: Act as audit lead - the expectation is that on large assignments this role will be supported by one (or more) Managers. Overall responsibility for each assignment will be retained by the Partner. People management responsibilities covering resource planning and allocation, performance management, training and recommendations for promotion. Act as a mentor to team members and provide coaching with a view to assisting them to achieve their personal career goals. Act as a role model for Manager level. Technical Skills ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Educated up to degree level or CTS. Significant experience of delivering audit and other assurance services to major businesses, including listed (full list and AIM) firms with international interests. Excellent working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Able to demonstrate the development of an industry network. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our 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 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 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.
Mar 26, 2025
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 leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You will: Act as audit lead - the expectation is that on large assignments this role will be supported by one (or more) Managers. Overall responsibility for each assignment will be retained by the Partner. People management responsibilities covering resource planning and allocation, performance management, training and recommendations for promotion. Act as a mentor to team members and provide coaching with a view to assisting them to achieve their personal career goals. Act as a role model for Manager level. Technical Skills ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Educated up to degree level or CTS. Significant experience of delivering audit and other assurance services to major businesses, including listed (full list and AIM) firms with international interests. Excellent working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Able to demonstrate the development of an industry network. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our 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 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 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'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing VAT Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals as well as public sector and not for profit entities. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. 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. Job Description This role will provide VAT advisory services to a wide range of organisations. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients including being involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis, whilst ensuring the Firm's quality and risk standards are met. The role will be supported by the VAT Director and VAT Partner. Responsibilities Provide VAT advisory services with some compliance element to a wide range of clients, getting involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. Ensure the Firm's quality control procedures are adhered to as appropriate, and the Firm's professional standards are met. Highlight risk, quality control and technical matters to the Partner/ Director, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Develop professional relationships with clients and within the Firm, adapting the approach for the relevant audience. Take ownership and manage a portfolio of clients including client take on and engagement; billings and recovery rates; and debt management. To act as a key point of contact within the Firm for the client, together with the Partner/ Director. This will involve responding promptly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on the portfolio. Ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and timescales and keep client/ Partner/ Director informed of overruns. Liaise with HMRC and other stakeholders. Self-development and continuing professional education with a view to progressing within the Firm. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice - driving improvements and championing change. Requirements An in depth, up to date, technical knowledge of VAT and the ability to deal with complex issues Project and staff management experience Ability to manage a client portfolio profitably Experience of dealing with client management and HMRC CTA and/or ACA qualified or experienced within HMRC Demonstrable VAT advisory experience Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions. 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.
Mar 26, 2025
Full time
We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing VAT Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals as well as public sector and not for profit entities. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. 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. Job Description This role will provide VAT advisory services to a wide range of organisations. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients including being involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis, whilst ensuring the Firm's quality and risk standards are met. The role will be supported by the VAT Director and VAT Partner. Responsibilities Provide VAT advisory services with some compliance element to a wide range of clients, getting involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. Ensure the Firm's quality control procedures are adhered to as appropriate, and the Firm's professional standards are met. Highlight risk, quality control and technical matters to the Partner/ Director, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Develop professional relationships with clients and within the Firm, adapting the approach for the relevant audience. Take ownership and manage a portfolio of clients including client take on and engagement; billings and recovery rates; and debt management. To act as a key point of contact within the Firm for the client, together with the Partner/ Director. This will involve responding promptly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on the portfolio. Ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and timescales and keep client/ Partner/ Director informed of overruns. Liaise with HMRC and other stakeholders. Self-development and continuing professional education with a view to progressing within the Firm. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice - driving improvements and championing change. Requirements An in depth, up to date, technical knowledge of VAT and the ability to deal with complex issues Project and staff management experience Ability to manage a client portfolio profitably Experience of dealing with client management and HMRC CTA and/or ACA qualified or experienced within HMRC Demonstrable VAT advisory experience Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions. 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 BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. We'll broaden your horizons Our national Tax Dispute Resolution team is one of the largest in professional services and practices within all areas of UK tax. We help private individuals and businesses with complex tax problems that need resolving. We offer bespoke solutions with senior level tax advice to bring tax affairs up to date with HMRC. This means our team is as diverse as our clients, with deep expertise to learn from and develop. Our clients range from large multinationals to family run businesses, individuals, trusts and partnerships. The variety of high-quality, one-off project work and our breadth of experience inspires a collaborative and supportive culture. We're proud to be a team with a strong family feel. Here you can follow your own path at your own pace - with plenty of opportunities to gain more exposure to clients, develop a specialism and mentor more junior members of the team. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. 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. We are looking for someone: To assist the everyday running of the investigation or voluntary disclosure for a portfolio of clients Prepare investigation reports, including all computational aspects of the report, for submission to the HMRC, working directly to a manager or director and delegating appropriate tasks to more junior staff. (Each job will normally require a report to be prepared and submitted to the HMRC. This will include having the report agreed by the partner and client beforehand) Liaise directly with clients, contacts and other parties to ensure work is done and produced according to the desired timescales Prepare agendas for all meeting with clients and/or HMRC and ensure that all points are followed up after the meeting Prepare work plans and liaise with the managers/director to ensure that the disclosure report covers all areas included in the work plan Support the negotiation of the settlement by providing the partner or director with an aide memoir in relation to the details of the case and the specific technical arguments that are likely to arise Assist with the billing and collection in respect of each client in their portfolio Identify and recognise business and sales opportunities and informs the manager/partner and client as appropriate Maintain a network of professional and business contacts Act as an ambassador of the firm, keep abreast of the wide range of services the firm offers and suggest innovative products and services. Professional qualification (ACA and/or CTA) being taken Some tax enquiry experience desirable Be able to develop a clear understanding of relevant legislation and strong communication skills Good knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Lotus Notes You'll also 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. 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.
Mar 26, 2025
Full time
We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. We'll broaden your horizons Our national Tax Dispute Resolution team is one of the largest in professional services and practices within all areas of UK tax. We help private individuals and businesses with complex tax problems that need resolving. We offer bespoke solutions with senior level tax advice to bring tax affairs up to date with HMRC. This means our team is as diverse as our clients, with deep expertise to learn from and develop. Our clients range from large multinationals to family run businesses, individuals, trusts and partnerships. The variety of high-quality, one-off project work and our breadth of experience inspires a collaborative and supportive culture. We're proud to be a team with a strong family feel. Here you can follow your own path at your own pace - with plenty of opportunities to gain more exposure to clients, develop a specialism and mentor more junior members of the team. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. 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. We are looking for someone: To assist the everyday running of the investigation or voluntary disclosure for a portfolio of clients Prepare investigation reports, including all computational aspects of the report, for submission to the HMRC, working directly to a manager or director and delegating appropriate tasks to more junior staff. (Each job will normally require a report to be prepared and submitted to the HMRC. This will include having the report agreed by the partner and client beforehand) Liaise directly with clients, contacts and other parties to ensure work is done and produced according to the desired timescales Prepare agendas for all meeting with clients and/or HMRC and ensure that all points are followed up after the meeting Prepare work plans and liaise with the managers/director to ensure that the disclosure report covers all areas included in the work plan Support the negotiation of the settlement by providing the partner or director with an aide memoir in relation to the details of the case and the specific technical arguments that are likely to arise Assist with the billing and collection in respect of each client in their portfolio Identify and recognise business and sales opportunities and informs the manager/partner and client as appropriate Maintain a network of professional and business contacts Act as an ambassador of the firm, keep abreast of the wide range of services the firm offers and suggest innovative products and services. Professional qualification (ACA and/or CTA) being taken Some tax enquiry experience desirable Be able to develop a clear understanding of relevant legislation and strong communication skills Good knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Lotus Notes You'll also 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. 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'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing VAT Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals as well as public sector and not for profit entities. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. 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. Job Description This role will provide VAT advisory services to a wide range of organisations. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients including being involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis, whilst ensuring the Firm's quality and risk standards are met. The role will be supported by the VAT Director and VAT Partner. Responsibilities Provide VAT advisory services with some compliance element to a wide range of clients, getting involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. Ensure the Firm's quality control procedures are adhered to as appropriate, and the Firm's professional standards are met. Highlight risk, quality control and technical matters to the Partner/ Director, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Develop professional relationships with clients and within the Firm, adapting the approach for the relevant audience. Take ownership and manage a portfolio of clients including client take on and engagement; billings and recovery rates; and debt management. To act as a key point of contact within the Firm for the client, together with the Partner/ Director. This will involve responding promptly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on the portfolio. Ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and timescales and keep client/ Partner/ Director informed of overruns. Liaise with HMRC and other stakeholders. Self-development and continuing professional education with a view to progressing within the Firm. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice - driving improvements and championing change. Requirements An in depth, up to date, technical knowledge of VAT and the ability to deal with complex issues Project and staff management experience Ability to manage a client portfolio profitably Experience of dealing with client management and HMRC CTA and/or ACA qualified or experienced within HMRC Demonstrable VAT advisory experience Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions. 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.
Mar 26, 2025
Full time
We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing VAT Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals as well as public sector and not for profit entities. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. 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. Job Description This role will provide VAT advisory services to a wide range of organisations. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients including being involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis, whilst ensuring the Firm's quality and risk standards are met. The role will be supported by the VAT Director and VAT Partner. Responsibilities Provide VAT advisory services with some compliance element to a wide range of clients, getting involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. Ensure the Firm's quality control procedures are adhered to as appropriate, and the Firm's professional standards are met. Highlight risk, quality control and technical matters to the Partner/ Director, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Develop professional relationships with clients and within the Firm, adapting the approach for the relevant audience. Take ownership and manage a portfolio of clients including client take on and engagement; billings and recovery rates; and debt management. To act as a key point of contact within the Firm for the client, together with the Partner/ Director. This will involve responding promptly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on the portfolio. Ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and timescales and keep client/ Partner/ Director informed of overruns. Liaise with HMRC and other stakeholders. Self-development and continuing professional education with a view to progressing within the Firm. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice - driving improvements and championing change. Requirements An in depth, up to date, technical knowledge of VAT and the ability to deal with complex issues Project and staff management experience Ability to manage a client portfolio profitably Experience of dealing with client management and HMRC CTA and/or ACA qualified or experienced within HMRC Demonstrable VAT advisory experience Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions. 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 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 Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. 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. Our Private Client Services team offers a plethora of carefully tailored services to an equally varied range of clients - from UK and offshore Trusts, Charities and Estates, to entrepreneurs, entertainers and more. Our expertise helps to manage their global tax proactively and seamlessly. Here, you'll have the opportunity to expand and strengthen your skillset and gain an invaluable insight into the wider Tax business within BDO. You'll be supported to develop your career at pace and help others do the same, all while undertaking an exciting, varied workload for a broad range of clients. We're looking for someone with: Experience of and an appetite for seeking opportunities for developing new clients and for selling new services to existing clients Experience providing trust and estate advice to high net worth individuals (experience of charity clients is a plus). Proven specialist technical private client experience, and the ability to deal with complex trust tax issues, gained within a practice environment. Experience of reviewing Trust accounts and associated tax accounting aspects (e.g. computing tax pools) Experience of dealing with HNW clients Staff management experience CTA and/or STEP qualified 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.
Mar 26, 2025
Full time
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 Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. 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. Our Private Client Services team offers a plethora of carefully tailored services to an equally varied range of clients - from UK and offshore Trusts, Charities and Estates, to entrepreneurs, entertainers and more. Our expertise helps to manage their global tax proactively and seamlessly. Here, you'll have the opportunity to expand and strengthen your skillset and gain an invaluable insight into the wider Tax business within BDO. You'll be supported to develop your career at pace and help others do the same, all while undertaking an exciting, varied workload for a broad range of clients. We're looking for someone with: Experience of and an appetite for seeking opportunities for developing new clients and for selling new services to existing clients Experience providing trust and estate advice to high net worth individuals (experience of charity clients is a plus). Proven specialist technical private client experience, and the ability to deal with complex trust tax issues, gained within a practice environment. Experience of reviewing Trust accounts and associated tax accounting aspects (e.g. computing tax pools) Experience of dealing with HNW clients Staff management experience CTA and/or STEP qualified 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.
1 in 4 of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We re here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses. Together we will be unstoppable. For more information please go to the Scope website. The Retail Partnerships Lead role plays an important part in the success of Scope s retail offering. Providing exceptional relationship management to our existing retail partners whilst building a pipeline to securing new donors. The ideal candidate will be an experienced relationship management with a history of successfully growing and securing partnerships. Permanent - 35 hours a week Location: You can live anywhere in England or Wales and work at home if that suits you best. Some travel to Scope offices and services or site visits for agencies will be expected but you definitely do not have to live in London. The role As Retail Partnerships Lead you will be responsible for all retail stock donation partners. You will act as senior key person for Scope s headline retail partners delivering exceptional partnership account management. You will build a pipeline of prospective partners managing them through the sales cycle. You will develop retail propositions that excite our retail partners. Linking their support to Scope s goals. You will work closely with both the Head of Corporate Partnerships and the Head of Retail to identify stock requirements and grow relationships with our retail partners. For more information about the role s responsibilities and the skills and experience required, please use the link to the job description. About you You will be an accomplished relationship manager with proven success in securing, growing and retaining partnerships. You will have excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt your style as needed. You will be comfortable working independently whilst being a team player who works well with others. You will be a creative thinker who is pro-active and driven to secure new opportunities. Please give examples in your application to show how you have these skills. We also ask you to share how you support Scope s values and our goal of a fair and equal future for disabled people. Our values are being pioneering, courageous, connected, open and fair By living our values and trusting each other, we give our colleagues freedom and space to be creative, push boundaries and change minds. Disabled candidates We are a disability equality charity. We encourage applications from disabled people and people with impairments, conditions, and access needs. We want to create a workforce that is a true reflection of the communities we serve. Scope will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the post. This is part of our commitment as a Disability Confident Leader. Just let us know in your application that you are applying under the Offer an Interview Scheme. This was previously known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require adjustments through your journey with us, please email our recruitment team. Find out more about asking for adjustments at interview. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At the heart of everything we do at Scope is Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. We encourage people of colour and other underrepresented communities to apply and join Scope. We believe that this will bring new ideas and help us work better. We know that a variety of perspectives and viewpoints will greatly support the work we do and help us to reach all communities. We want everyone to feel like they belong. We value each person as an individual. We will treat everyone with dignity and respect and we want to recognise all parts of a person's identity. We are a disability equality charity. So, we will build a culture that is accessible and inclusive first. We will aim for the same high standards in all our work. We will listen, learn and keep improving. You can find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion on the Scope website. Scope benefits We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including: 27 days holiday plus bank holidays Flexible, hybrid and remote working options Pay progression at 6 months and 2 years Company pension Excellent training and career development Strong colleague networks across disability, race and LGBTQ+ Discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme and much more. How to apply Click the apply button to create an account and complete your application form. Closing date for applications : 11:59pm GMT, Tuesday 8 April 2025.
Mar 26, 2025
Full time
1 in 4 of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We re here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses. Together we will be unstoppable. For more information please go to the Scope website. The Retail Partnerships Lead role plays an important part in the success of Scope s retail offering. Providing exceptional relationship management to our existing retail partners whilst building a pipeline to securing new donors. The ideal candidate will be an experienced relationship management with a history of successfully growing and securing partnerships. Permanent - 35 hours a week Location: You can live anywhere in England or Wales and work at home if that suits you best. Some travel to Scope offices and services or site visits for agencies will be expected but you definitely do not have to live in London. The role As Retail Partnerships Lead you will be responsible for all retail stock donation partners. You will act as senior key person for Scope s headline retail partners delivering exceptional partnership account management. You will build a pipeline of prospective partners managing them through the sales cycle. You will develop retail propositions that excite our retail partners. Linking their support to Scope s goals. You will work closely with both the Head of Corporate Partnerships and the Head of Retail to identify stock requirements and grow relationships with our retail partners. For more information about the role s responsibilities and the skills and experience required, please use the link to the job description. About you You will be an accomplished relationship manager with proven success in securing, growing and retaining partnerships. You will have excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt your style as needed. You will be comfortable working independently whilst being a team player who works well with others. You will be a creative thinker who is pro-active and driven to secure new opportunities. Please give examples in your application to show how you have these skills. We also ask you to share how you support Scope s values and our goal of a fair and equal future for disabled people. Our values are being pioneering, courageous, connected, open and fair By living our values and trusting each other, we give our colleagues freedom and space to be creative, push boundaries and change minds. Disabled candidates We are a disability equality charity. We encourage applications from disabled people and people with impairments, conditions, and access needs. We want to create a workforce that is a true reflection of the communities we serve. Scope will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the post. This is part of our commitment as a Disability Confident Leader. Just let us know in your application that you are applying under the Offer an Interview Scheme. This was previously known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require adjustments through your journey with us, please email our recruitment team. Find out more about asking for adjustments at interview. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At the heart of everything we do at Scope is Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. We encourage people of colour and other underrepresented communities to apply and join Scope. We believe that this will bring new ideas and help us work better. We know that a variety of perspectives and viewpoints will greatly support the work we do and help us to reach all communities. We want everyone to feel like they belong. We value each person as an individual. We will treat everyone with dignity and respect and we want to recognise all parts of a person's identity. We are a disability equality charity. So, we will build a culture that is accessible and inclusive first. We will aim for the same high standards in all our work. We will listen, learn and keep improving. You can find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion on the Scope website. Scope benefits We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including: 27 days holiday plus bank holidays Flexible, hybrid and remote working options Pay progression at 6 months and 2 years Company pension Excellent training and career development Strong colleague networks across disability, race and LGBTQ+ Discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme and much more. How to apply Click the apply button to create an account and complete your application form. Closing date for applications : 11:59pm GMT, Tuesday 8 April 2025.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be 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. You'll be involved in model audit engagements. This involves the completion of tax and accounting advisory engagements in a support capacity, undertaking research on accounting issues. As part of the team, you'll work closely with the partner and the senior team where you'll initially learn our methodologies and quality control procedures and be trained in the use of our various model analysis tools. The Financial Model Assurance team have a track record of working on a wide variety of projects. This includes renewable energy projects such as onshore and offshore wind, solar PV, biomass, alongside complementary technologies such as battery storage and green hydrogen You'll be someone with: ACA (newly-qualified), or equivalent Experience of undertaking Financial Model Audits (preferred) or Financial Model build A background or exposure in either Audit, Corporate Finance or Forensics An interest in learning and developing a career in project finance Good project management skills and desire to take ownership Good commercial skills and judgement An eye for detail and strong logical skills, including confidence in working with Excel and developing this to an advanced level 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.
Mar 26, 2025
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 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 affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be 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. You'll be involved in model audit engagements. This involves the completion of tax and accounting advisory engagements in a support capacity, undertaking research on accounting issues. As part of the team, you'll work closely with the partner and the senior team where you'll initially learn our methodologies and quality control procedures and be trained in the use of our various model analysis tools. The Financial Model Assurance team have a track record of working on a wide variety of projects. This includes renewable energy projects such as onshore and offshore wind, solar PV, biomass, alongside complementary technologies such as battery storage and green hydrogen You'll be someone with: ACA (newly-qualified), or equivalent Experience of undertaking Financial Model Audits (preferred) or Financial Model build A background or exposure in either Audit, Corporate Finance or Forensics An interest in learning and developing a career in project finance Good project management skills and desire to take ownership Good commercial skills and judgement An eye for detail and strong logical skills, including confidence in working with Excel and developing this to an advanced level 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 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 leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our central quality support team. As experts on a wide number of issues, our Quality Review & Support team (QRST) within the Audit Quality Department (AQD) provides support to our client-facing specialists in audit/assurance. From performing independent quality reviews on a selection of our listed and PIE audits, to being on-hand to help with complex enquiries, QRST is tasked with helping our team meet their reporting requirements and consistently deliver high quality audits. As part of this supportive and knowledgeable team, you'll have a chance to use and develop your technical skills and experience, find solutions to complex audit technical matters and contribute daily to the firm's commitment to deliver high quality output. Learn on the job. Lead and manage projects. Build a network of experienced specialists. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. We're looking for a Senior Manager with Financial Services experience to work within its Quality Review & Support team. The individual will help our teams deliver high quality audits by performing targeted reviews on our public interest entities (PIEs), challenging audits throughout the audit cycle, providing coaching and support to promote consistent high quality audits. You'll also: Perform in-flight reviews of audits at every stage from planning through to completion and reporting, identifying ways to improve audit quality Determine areas of focus for reviews, liaising with the QRST Director to agree approach Proactively discuss audit quality matters with teams and help develop strategies to deliver high audit quality audits Challenge the execution of audit procedures and documentation of audit work performed Support and coach teams to implement identified improvements in audit quality Identify issues and matters where firm-wide action may be required, in conjunction with the Director of the QRST Contribute to the development of training and guidance on performing high quality audits Provide clear and practical solutions to ad hoc audit quality queries Get the opportunity to contribute to the wider audit quality agenda by getting involved in a variety of audit quality initiatives lead by the wider Audit Quality Improvement team You'll be someone with: A Keen interest in Audit Quality Excellent practical and technical auditing experience particularly on more complex audits Good working knowledge of IFRS Ability and willingness to assertively challenge and influence more senior individuals and peers Ability to think innovatively and creatively to identify ways to improve audit quality Attention to detail Strong written and oral communication skills Effective project management Desirable: Experience of performing audit quality reviews (pre or post audit opinion) Desirable: IFRS9 or IFRS17 expertise You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our 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 ati 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 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.
Mar 26, 2025
Full time
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 leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our central quality support team. As experts on a wide number of issues, our Quality Review & Support team (QRST) within the Audit Quality Department (AQD) provides support to our client-facing specialists in audit/assurance. From performing independent quality reviews on a selection of our listed and PIE audits, to being on-hand to help with complex enquiries, QRST is tasked with helping our team meet their reporting requirements and consistently deliver high quality audits. As part of this supportive and knowledgeable team, you'll have a chance to use and develop your technical skills and experience, find solutions to complex audit technical matters and contribute daily to the firm's commitment to deliver high quality output. Learn on the job. Lead and manage projects. Build a network of experienced specialists. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. We're looking for a Senior Manager with Financial Services experience to work within its Quality Review & Support team. The individual will help our teams deliver high quality audits by performing targeted reviews on our public interest entities (PIEs), challenging audits throughout the audit cycle, providing coaching and support to promote consistent high quality audits. You'll also: Perform in-flight reviews of audits at every stage from planning through to completion and reporting, identifying ways to improve audit quality Determine areas of focus for reviews, liaising with the QRST Director to agree approach Proactively discuss audit quality matters with teams and help develop strategies to deliver high audit quality audits Challenge the execution of audit procedures and documentation of audit work performed Support and coach teams to implement identified improvements in audit quality Identify issues and matters where firm-wide action may be required, in conjunction with the Director of the QRST Contribute to the development of training and guidance on performing high quality audits Provide clear and practical solutions to ad hoc audit quality queries Get the opportunity to contribute to the wider audit quality agenda by getting involved in a variety of audit quality initiatives lead by the wider Audit Quality Improvement team You'll be someone with: A Keen interest in Audit Quality Excellent practical and technical auditing experience particularly on more complex audits Good working knowledge of IFRS Ability and willingness to assertively challenge and influence more senior individuals and peers Ability to think innovatively and creatively to identify ways to improve audit quality Attention to detail Strong written and oral communication skills Effective project management Desirable: Experience of performing audit quality reviews (pre or post audit opinion) Desirable: IFRS9 or IFRS17 expertise You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our 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 ati 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 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'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing VAT Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals as well as public sector and not for profit entities. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. 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. Job Description This role will provide VAT advisory services to a wide range of organisations. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients including being involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis, whilst ensuring the Firm's quality and risk standards are met. The role will be supported by the VAT Director and VAT Partner. Responsibilities Provide VAT advisory services with some compliance element to a wide range of clients, getting involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. Ensure the Firm's quality control procedures are adhered to as appropriate, and the Firm's professional standards are met. Highlight risk, quality control and technical matters to the Partner/ Director, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Develop professional relationships with clients and within the Firm, adapting the approach for the relevant audience. Take ownership and manage a portfolio of clients including client take on and engagement; billings and recovery rates; and debt management. To act as a key point of contact within the Firm for the client, together with the Partner/ Director. This will involve responding promptly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on the portfolio. Ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and timescales and keep client/ Partner/ Director informed of overruns. Liaise with HMRC and other stakeholders. Self-development and continuing professional education with a view to progressing within the Firm. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice - driving improvements and championing change. Requirements An in depth, up to date, technical knowledge of VAT and the ability to deal with complex issues Project and staff management experience Ability to manage a client portfolio profitably Experience of dealing with client management and HMRC CTA and/or ACA qualified or experienced within HMRC Demonstrable VAT advisory experience Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions. 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.
Mar 26, 2025
Full time
We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing VAT Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals as well as public sector and not for profit entities. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. 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. Job Description This role will provide VAT advisory services to a wide range of organisations. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients including being involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis, whilst ensuring the Firm's quality and risk standards are met. The role will be supported by the VAT Director and VAT Partner. Responsibilities Provide VAT advisory services with some compliance element to a wide range of clients, getting involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. Ensure the Firm's quality control procedures are adhered to as appropriate, and the Firm's professional standards are met. Highlight risk, quality control and technical matters to the Partner/ Director, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Develop professional relationships with clients and within the Firm, adapting the approach for the relevant audience. Take ownership and manage a portfolio of clients including client take on and engagement; billings and recovery rates; and debt management. To act as a key point of contact within the Firm for the client, together with the Partner/ Director. This will involve responding promptly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on the portfolio. Ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and timescales and keep client/ Partner/ Director informed of overruns. Liaise with HMRC and other stakeholders. Self-development and continuing professional education with a view to progressing within the Firm. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice - driving improvements and championing change. Requirements An in depth, up to date, technical knowledge of VAT and the ability to deal with complex issues Project and staff management experience Ability to manage a client portfolio profitably Experience of dealing with client management and HMRC CTA and/or ACA qualified or experienced within HMRC Demonstrable VAT advisory experience Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions. 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.
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 leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. Dedicated specialists in Charities, Education and Social Housing Our dedicated team of Not-for-Profit specialists are experts in delivering services to the education, social housing and charity sectors working with a growing number of the UK's largest brand name Not For Profit organisations. We are one of the largest specialist Not for Profit teams in the accounting profession. We offer unrivalled service and deliver the highest standards of audit quality and technical accounting expertise with a focus on identifying pragmatic solutions to challenging issues. We regularly share the benefit of this breadth of expertise with audited entities. The Not-for-Profit sector is an important and growing part of BDO's business with specialists working nationally to deliver exceptional service to our clients in Charities, Housing and Education. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone with: ACCA/ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Previous experience of managing people. Good working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Experience of systems/controls testing as well as substantive auditing, including consolidations, group audits, statutory accounts and disclosures. Project Management experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our 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 ati 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 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 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.
Mar 26, 2025
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 leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. Dedicated specialists in Charities, Education and Social Housing Our dedicated team of Not-for-Profit specialists are experts in delivering services to the education, social housing and charity sectors working with a growing number of the UK's largest brand name Not For Profit organisations. We are one of the largest specialist Not for Profit teams in the accounting profession. We offer unrivalled service and deliver the highest standards of audit quality and technical accounting expertise with a focus on identifying pragmatic solutions to challenging issues. We regularly share the benefit of this breadth of expertise with audited entities. The Not-for-Profit sector is an important and growing part of BDO's business with specialists working nationally to deliver exceptional service to our clients in Charities, Housing and Education. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone with: ACCA/ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Previous experience of managing people. Good working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Experience of systems/controls testing as well as substantive auditing, including consolidations, group audits, statutory accounts and disclosures. Project Management experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our 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 ati 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 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 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.
HR Assistant/ HR Coordinator FTC 12 months Maternity Cover Our client based in Colchester are one of the leading Law firms in Essex , Legal 500 recommended practice with 17 Legal 500 recommended Lawyers. Our client is seeking a talented HR Assistant/ HR Coordinator on a 12 month Fixed Term Maternity contract to join their HR Team. As an experienced HR Assistant/ HR Coordinator you will provide essential administrative and operational support to the HR Manager. The role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and an interest in supporting HR processes in a professional services environment. The role would suit an experienced HR Administrator/ Assistant that is keen to progress into the role with more scope and responsibility. Duties will include To provide comprehensive administration of all HR related processes, including preparing contracts, offer letters, and other employment- related documents Coordinate recruitment activities, including preparing job postings, scheduling and conducting interviews, and manging the hire process Maintain accurate and up to date employee records, ensuring compliance with policy, legal requirements and GDPR Manage HR inbox queries, responding promptly or escalating where appropriate Provide administrative support to the HR Manager Coordinate recruitment activities, including preparing job adverts, shortlisting candidates, scheduling and assisting with interviews for support vacancies Liaise with recruitment agencies and job boards as required Manage the employee on- boarding processes, including job offers, preparing new joiner documentation and arranging induction schedules Carry out employment checks, including references, right-to-work verification, and background screening Update HR systems with employee changes, including promotions, salary adjustments, and contract amendments Provide accurate payroll- related data to the Accounts Team Administering employee benefits, including pension schemes, health scheme The candidate Proven experience as a HR Assistant or Administrator or other HR Position Previous experience in the Legal industry preferred, or another other professional service industry You will have strong interpersonal skills enabling you to deal sensitively and constructively with difficult situations and to work with a range of different people The role requires a can do attitude A strong level of computer literacy, including Outlook, Word, and Excel Have the ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure with good organisational and planning skills Benefits 22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays with an additional 3 days for Christmas and New Year closure Death in Service Group Income protection Pension scheme Medical benefits scheme Firm Sick Pay policy up to 10 working days on a rolling year Monday Friday 9am- 5pm Apply now Contact Julie Sheridan at JS Legal Recruitment Ltd, quoting reference JSL2354 OR email now your cv or call for a confidential discussion. For more information on other vacancies JS Legal recruitment Ltd are handling please visit our website. All successful applications will be responded to within 7 working days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Mar 26, 2025
Contractor
HR Assistant/ HR Coordinator FTC 12 months Maternity Cover Our client based in Colchester are one of the leading Law firms in Essex , Legal 500 recommended practice with 17 Legal 500 recommended Lawyers. Our client is seeking a talented HR Assistant/ HR Coordinator on a 12 month Fixed Term Maternity contract to join their HR Team. As an experienced HR Assistant/ HR Coordinator you will provide essential administrative and operational support to the HR Manager. The role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and an interest in supporting HR processes in a professional services environment. The role would suit an experienced HR Administrator/ Assistant that is keen to progress into the role with more scope and responsibility. Duties will include To provide comprehensive administration of all HR related processes, including preparing contracts, offer letters, and other employment- related documents Coordinate recruitment activities, including preparing job postings, scheduling and conducting interviews, and manging the hire process Maintain accurate and up to date employee records, ensuring compliance with policy, legal requirements and GDPR Manage HR inbox queries, responding promptly or escalating where appropriate Provide administrative support to the HR Manager Coordinate recruitment activities, including preparing job adverts, shortlisting candidates, scheduling and assisting with interviews for support vacancies Liaise with recruitment agencies and job boards as required Manage the employee on- boarding processes, including job offers, preparing new joiner documentation and arranging induction schedules Carry out employment checks, including references, right-to-work verification, and background screening Update HR systems with employee changes, including promotions, salary adjustments, and contract amendments Provide accurate payroll- related data to the Accounts Team Administering employee benefits, including pension schemes, health scheme The candidate Proven experience as a HR Assistant or Administrator or other HR Position Previous experience in the Legal industry preferred, or another other professional service industry You will have strong interpersonal skills enabling you to deal sensitively and constructively with difficult situations and to work with a range of different people The role requires a can do attitude A strong level of computer literacy, including Outlook, Word, and Excel Have the ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure with good organisational and planning skills Benefits 22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays with an additional 3 days for Christmas and New Year closure Death in Service Group Income protection Pension scheme Medical benefits scheme Firm Sick Pay policy up to 10 working days on a rolling year Monday Friday 9am- 5pm Apply now Contact Julie Sheridan at JS Legal Recruitment Ltd, quoting reference JSL2354 OR email now your cv or call for a confidential discussion. For more information on other vacancies JS Legal recruitment Ltd are handling please visit our website. All successful applications will be responded to within 7 working days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
