CRH is a global leader in building materials solutions, and Tarmac is a leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business in the UK. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive transformational change through artificial intelligence and automation technologies. About the role Tarmac is seeking a visionary Senior Manager -AI & Automation to lead the strategy, delivery, and governance of Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, and RPA across our UK operations. This is a senior, high impact role driving measurable value, operational excellence, and industry leadership as we transform how we work through intelligent technologies. Main responsibilities In this role you'll: Shape and Deliver the AI Strategy Identify, prioritise, and deliver AI opportunities across plant optimisation, predictive maintenance, computer vision, logistics, forecasting, sustainability, and quality. Lead end to end delivery of AI solutions-from idea and prototyping to production and business as usual service. Define value metrics and ensure every initiative delivers measurable ROI. Maximise enterprise platforms such as Microsoft Copilot, Multiply by CRH, SAP Joule, and Salesforce Einstein. Track emerging AI technologies and position Tarmac as an industry leader. Build Enterprise AI & Automation Capability Develop and operate AI delivery frameworks: LLMOps, model evaluation, monitoring, RAG, and integration architecture. Create AI reference architectures, quality standards, and assurance processes including red teaming and model drift detection. Oversee secure OT/IT integration to unlock value from plant, quarry, and IoT data. Strengthen Data, Governance & Responsible AI Own the AI readiness roadmap including data governance, MDM, security, and enterprise knowledge architecture. Lead AI FinOps: cost controls, usage telemetry, optimisation, and ROI analysis. Implement governance aligned to CRH standards, NIST, Cyber Essentials, SOx, ISO/IEC 42001 and data protection requirements. Ensure safe, transparent, explainable AI with robust controls for agentic systems. Scale Capability & Adoption Build a blended delivery model of internal experts and specialist partners. Develop workforce plans for AI product managers, engineers, knowledge engineers, risk specialists, and UX roles. Lead change, adoption, training, and enablement-including role based training and AI champions. Manage RPA strategy and delivery, ensuring alignment with AI governance and value measurement. Work closely with CRH Group and international partners to leverage global capability. Partner across IT, Cyber, Compliance, Data and business functions to deliver integrated, secure solutions. Build strong relationships with suppliers, innovation networks, and academia. To be successful in this role you'll need: A proven ability to deliver business value from AI or advanced analytics with measurable ROI. Experience leading AI solutions from concept to production and BAU. A developed understanding of AI platforms, LLMOps/GenAIOps, governance, cyber security, and regulatory requirements (NIST, Cyber Essentials, SOx). To be skilled in data governance, enterprise AI platforms, and scaling innovation into operational services. A demonstrated ability to lead blended teams and manage strategic partners. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and change leadership abilities. Track record of staying current with emerging technologies. Experience with RPA (UiPath), industrial/processing environments, OT data, predictive maintenance, or computer vision. A familiarity with large multi site organisations. A knowledge of RAG, agentic AI, enterprise AI tools, and ISO/IEC 42001. Qualifications A degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Business or equivalent experience. Relevant certifications (AI/ML, data, project management, cyber security) are beneficial. We offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits: Enhanced holiday entitlement Contributory pension scheme Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc. Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice Working Parents Training and development opportunities
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
CRH is a global leader in building materials solutions, and Tarmac is a leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business in the UK. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive transformational change through artificial intelligence and automation technologies. About the role Tarmac is seeking a visionary Senior Manager -AI & Automation to lead the strategy, delivery, and governance of Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, and RPA across our UK operations. This is a senior, high impact role driving measurable value, operational excellence, and industry leadership as we transform how we work through intelligent technologies. Main responsibilities In this role you'll: Shape and Deliver the AI Strategy Identify, prioritise, and deliver AI opportunities across plant optimisation, predictive maintenance, computer vision, logistics, forecasting, sustainability, and quality. Lead end to end delivery of AI solutions-from idea and prototyping to production and business as usual service. Define value metrics and ensure every initiative delivers measurable ROI. Maximise enterprise platforms such as Microsoft Copilot, Multiply by CRH, SAP Joule, and Salesforce Einstein. Track emerging AI technologies and position Tarmac as an industry leader. Build Enterprise AI & Automation Capability Develop and operate AI delivery frameworks: LLMOps, model evaluation, monitoring, RAG, and integration architecture. Create AI reference architectures, quality standards, and assurance processes including red teaming and model drift detection. Oversee secure OT/IT integration to unlock value from plant, quarry, and IoT data. Strengthen Data, Governance & Responsible AI Own the AI readiness roadmap including data governance, MDM, security, and enterprise knowledge architecture. Lead AI FinOps: cost controls, usage telemetry, optimisation, and ROI analysis. Implement governance aligned to CRH standards, NIST, Cyber Essentials, SOx, ISO/IEC 42001 and data protection requirements. Ensure safe, transparent, explainable AI with robust controls for agentic systems. Scale Capability & Adoption Build a blended delivery model of internal experts and specialist partners. Develop workforce plans for AI product managers, engineers, knowledge engineers, risk specialists, and UX roles. Lead change, adoption, training, and enablement-including role based training and AI champions. Manage RPA strategy and delivery, ensuring alignment with AI governance and value measurement. Work closely with CRH Group and international partners to leverage global capability. Partner across IT, Cyber, Compliance, Data and business functions to deliver integrated, secure solutions. Build strong relationships with suppliers, innovation networks, and academia. To be successful in this role you'll need: A proven ability to deliver business value from AI or advanced analytics with measurable ROI. Experience leading AI solutions from concept to production and BAU. A developed understanding of AI platforms, LLMOps/GenAIOps, governance, cyber security, and regulatory requirements (NIST, Cyber Essentials, SOx). To be skilled in data governance, enterprise AI platforms, and scaling innovation into operational services. A demonstrated ability to lead blended teams and manage strategic partners. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and change leadership abilities. Track record of staying current with emerging technologies. Experience with RPA (UiPath), industrial/processing environments, OT data, predictive maintenance, or computer vision. A familiarity with large multi site organisations. A knowledge of RAG, agentic AI, enterprise AI tools, and ISO/IEC 42001. Qualifications A degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Business or equivalent experience. Relevant certifications (AI/ML, data, project management, cyber security) are beneficial. We offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits: Enhanced holiday entitlement Contributory pension scheme Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc. Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice Working Parents Training and development opportunities
Job Title: Senior Project Accountant Location: Glascoed on site Salary: £57,824 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Core Duties: Project Accounting support for a variety of manufacturing contracts. Working closely with the Integrated Delivery Team (IDT) to support the delivery of accurate month end management reporting, on time, including project reporting outputs and management reporting with expert analysis and insights analysing in year financial performance Ensure timely working capital cycle for projects and supporting decision makers in delivering strong project financial performance as well as support project teams across the lifecycle of contracts, including initial setup, forecasting, trading, reporting and analysis , and closure Support the production of quarterly forecasts and Annual Budgets (IBP) in conjunction with the Finance Business Partners. Support IDTs in forecasting financial estimates of costs to deliver projects and manage risks and opportunities, highlighting key information to the relevant FBPs Operate robust and effective financial controls in line with Financial Control Framework and Finance Policies manual supporting external and internal audit as required Contribute towards identifying and delivering improvements to processes within Project Finance. Support ongoing Finance Modernisation activity, in particular digital reporting improvements Support the development of junior members of the team in a coaching and advisory capacity Essential Skills: You will be a part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA) actively working towards full professional qualification You will have experience of Project Finance and an understanding of financial forecasting and reporting processes You will have awareness of relevant accounting standards including IFRS15 revenue recognition criteria You will have experience in the use of Microsoft Office packages, including Excel You will have experience of using MRPs or ERPs (e.g. SAP, Infor LN, Oracle) and financial reporting, forecasting and analytical tools (e.g. SAP BPC / SAC, Cognos, Tableau) The Project Finance - Artillery, Tank and Mortar team: The Project Accountant will be an integral member of the FP&A Project Accounting function, providing ongoing support across Project Finance and the wider Finance team. This role will contribute to the successful delivery of project finance outputs and deliverables, offering effective financial challenge , governance, and strategic partnership with programme teams. This position sits within a specialised area of the portfolio, focusing on the engineering division. The role manages a substantial number of projects, working closely with numerous Project Managers across a diverse range of initiatives . It requires a strong financial focus, a proactive approach to driving continuous improvement, and the ability to challenge and influence effectively. The Project Accountant will build strong relationships with the Project Management function and gain valuable exposure to the broader commercial aspects of the business. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 29th April 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Project Accountant Location: Glascoed on site Salary: £57,824 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Core Duties: Project Accounting support for a variety of manufacturing contracts. Working closely with the Integrated Delivery Team (IDT) to support the delivery of accurate month end management reporting, on time, including project reporting outputs and management reporting with expert analysis and insights analysing in year financial performance Ensure timely working capital cycle for projects and supporting decision makers in delivering strong project financial performance as well as support project teams across the lifecycle of contracts, including initial setup, forecasting, trading, reporting and analysis , and closure Support the production of quarterly forecasts and Annual Budgets (IBP) in conjunction with the Finance Business Partners. Support IDTs in forecasting financial estimates of costs to deliver projects and manage risks and opportunities, highlighting key information to the relevant FBPs Operate robust and effective financial controls in line with Financial Control Framework and Finance Policies manual supporting external and internal audit as required Contribute towards identifying and delivering improvements to processes within Project Finance. Support ongoing Finance Modernisation activity, in particular digital reporting improvements Support the development of junior members of the team in a coaching and advisory capacity Essential Skills: You will be a part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA) actively working towards full professional qualification You will have experience of Project Finance and an understanding of financial forecasting and reporting processes You will have awareness of relevant accounting standards including IFRS15 revenue recognition criteria You will have experience in the use of Microsoft Office packages, including Excel You will have experience of using MRPs or ERPs (e.g. SAP, Infor LN, Oracle) and financial reporting, forecasting and analytical tools (e.g. SAP BPC / SAC, Cognos, Tableau) The Project Finance - Artillery, Tank and Mortar team: The Project Accountant will be an integral member of the FP&A Project Accounting function, providing ongoing support across Project Finance and the wider Finance team. This role will contribute to the successful delivery of project finance outputs and deliverables, offering effective financial challenge , governance, and strategic partnership with programme teams. This position sits within a specialised area of the portfolio, focusing on the engineering division. The role manages a substantial number of projects, working closely with numerous Project Managers across a diverse range of initiatives . It requires a strong financial focus, a proactive approach to driving continuous improvement, and the ability to challenge and influence effectively. The Project Accountant will build strong relationships with the Project Management function and gain valuable exposure to the broader commercial aspects of the business. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 29th April 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Head of Finance to lead the team for a well known charity in the West of Scotland. You will be responsible for ensuring robust financial management and strategic insight across the organisation. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for: Overseeing day-to-day financial operations, reporting, and compliance Leading budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning Driving system improvements, robust controls, and internal governance Managing, coaching, and developing a high-performing Finance/ITS team Providing financial leadership to the Board, Trustees, and senior leadership team This senior role will play a key role in charity's finance/ITS functions, ensuring robust financial management, compliance, and strategic financial planning. This role is pivotal in supporting the organisations senior leadership team with high quality financial analysis and insight to support strategic direction and ensure both financial efficiency and optimal resource use across the organisation. The successful candidate will also oversee and facilitate the development of effective information and communication systems and mechanisms to enable accurate and relevant information to be shared with colleagues, customers and external agencies in a timely manner. Experience required Fully qualified accountant (ICAS, ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CIPFA) and at least 3 years post qualified experience. Demonstrable commitment to continuing professional development. Demonstrable, successful experience in a senior level role leading and managing a dedicated finance team. Leadership and management of a diverse team across more than one professional discipline. High degree of IT systems understanding and competence. Demonstrates respect for diversity and values inclusion. Demonstrable project and change management experience (Desirable). Third Sector experience, particularly in the field of Health and Social Care (Desirable).
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
We are seeking an experienced Senior Head of Finance to lead the team for a well known charity in the West of Scotland. You will be responsible for ensuring robust financial management and strategic insight across the organisation. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for: Overseeing day-to-day financial operations, reporting, and compliance Leading budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning Driving system improvements, robust controls, and internal governance Managing, coaching, and developing a high-performing Finance/ITS team Providing financial leadership to the Board, Trustees, and senior leadership team This senior role will play a key role in charity's finance/ITS functions, ensuring robust financial management, compliance, and strategic financial planning. This role is pivotal in supporting the organisations senior leadership team with high quality financial analysis and insight to support strategic direction and ensure both financial efficiency and optimal resource use across the organisation. The successful candidate will also oversee and facilitate the development of effective information and communication systems and mechanisms to enable accurate and relevant information to be shared with colleagues, customers and external agencies in a timely manner. Experience required Fully qualified accountant (ICAS, ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CIPFA) and at least 3 years post qualified experience. Demonstrable commitment to continuing professional development. Demonstrable, successful experience in a senior level role leading and managing a dedicated finance team. Leadership and management of a diverse team across more than one professional discipline. High degree of IT systems understanding and competence. Demonstrates respect for diversity and values inclusion. Demonstrable project and change management experience (Desirable). Third Sector experience, particularly in the field of Health and Social Care (Desirable).
YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai
Manchester, Lancashire
.Customer Service Scheduler page is loaded Customer Service Schedulerlocations: Manchester-Manchester-United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: WD What you will do As an Installation Scheduler/Planner , you will play a key role in supporting the installation team by efficiently planning and tracking installations, while maximising the utilisation of available labour resources. You will also be responsible for the timely procurement of equipment to meet customer requirements. This role involves coordinating the end-to-end delivery of projects, ensuring all milestones and deadlines are met to the highest standards. What we offer Competitive Salary: Reflecting your skills and experience. Generous & Flexible Leave Entitlement: 25 days of annual leave + Bank Holidays Hybrid Working: 2 days per week working from home, available following 6 months of training and successful completion of the probation period. Hours of work: Monday to Friday - 8.30am - 5pm Holiday Purchase Scheme: Buy up to 10 additional days, increasing your total annual entitlement to the equivalent of up to 35 days. Comprehensive Benefits: Including pension plan (up to 7% employer contribution match), life assurance, employee assistance program, and referral scheme. Exclusive Discounts: With high street brands, cycle-to-work scheme, and discounts on Johnson Controls security products. Career Development: Extensive opportunities for growth and advancement. Free Onsite Parking: Hassle-free commuting Dress Down Fridays: Casual attire to wrap up the week How you will do it Effectively communicate and build strong relationships with customers, installation engineers and managers. Preparation of programmes and schedules. Effectively negotiate with suppliers and coordinate the delivery of material and equipment. Coordinate the manpower planning of a team of engineers. Produce fast and accurate information for engineers and customers. Monitor the progress of installations to ensure they are working to schedule and minimize downtime. Ensure all installation information is available, complete and up to date. Assist with the scheduling of sub-contractors. What we look for Required Proven experience in Customer Service Strong organizational and time management skills PC literate, including knowledge of Microsoft Office Preferred Experience in scheduling and coordinating field-based engineers or similar roles. Familiarity with the security systems, construction, or facilities management industries. buildings have a purpose. They are places for people to live or work. Facilities for learning or healing. Venues for entertainment and shopping. Sites for the specialized storage of tangible goods or mission-critical data. Your buildings have a huge variety of functions; they are central to your mission. This is where Johnson Controls comes in, helping drive the outcomes that matter most. Through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we make your buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Most important, smarter buildings let you focus more intensely on your unique mission. Better for your people. Better for your bottom line. Better for the planet.At Johnson Controls, we've been making buildings smarter since 1885, and our capabilities, depth of innovation experience, and global reach have been growing ever since. Today, we offer the world's largest portfolio of building products, technologies, software, and services; we put that portfolio to work to transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
.Customer Service Scheduler page is loaded Customer Service Schedulerlocations: Manchester-Manchester-United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: WD What you will do As an Installation Scheduler/Planner , you will play a key role in supporting the installation team by efficiently planning and tracking installations, while maximising the utilisation of available labour resources. You will also be responsible for the timely procurement of equipment to meet customer requirements. This role involves coordinating the end-to-end delivery of projects, ensuring all milestones and deadlines are met to the highest standards. What we offer Competitive Salary: Reflecting your skills and experience. Generous & Flexible Leave Entitlement: 25 days of annual leave + Bank Holidays Hybrid Working: 2 days per week working from home, available following 6 months of training and successful completion of the probation period. Hours of work: Monday to Friday - 8.30am - 5pm Holiday Purchase Scheme: Buy up to 10 additional days, increasing your total annual entitlement to the equivalent of up to 35 days. Comprehensive Benefits: Including pension plan (up to 7% employer contribution match), life assurance, employee assistance program, and referral scheme. Exclusive Discounts: With high street brands, cycle-to-work scheme, and discounts on Johnson Controls security products. Career Development: Extensive opportunities for growth and advancement. Free Onsite Parking: Hassle-free commuting Dress Down Fridays: Casual attire to wrap up the week How you will do it Effectively communicate and build strong relationships with customers, installation engineers and managers. Preparation of programmes and schedules. Effectively negotiate with suppliers and coordinate the delivery of material and equipment. Coordinate the manpower planning of a team of engineers. Produce fast and accurate information for engineers and customers. Monitor the progress of installations to ensure they are working to schedule and minimize downtime. Ensure all installation information is available, complete and up to date. Assist with the scheduling of sub-contractors. What we look for Required Proven experience in Customer Service Strong organizational and time management skills PC literate, including knowledge of Microsoft Office Preferred Experience in scheduling and coordinating field-based engineers or similar roles. Familiarity with the security systems, construction, or facilities management industries. buildings have a purpose. They are places for people to live or work. Facilities for learning or healing. Venues for entertainment and shopping. Sites for the specialized storage of tangible goods or mission-critical data. Your buildings have a huge variety of functions; they are central to your mission. This is where Johnson Controls comes in, helping drive the outcomes that matter most. Through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we make your buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Most important, smarter buildings let you focus more intensely on your unique mission. Better for your people. Better for your bottom line. Better for the planet.At Johnson Controls, we've been making buildings smarter since 1885, and our capabilities, depth of innovation experience, and global reach have been growing ever since. Today, we offer the world's largest portfolio of building products, technologies, software, and services; we put that portfolio to work to transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - 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. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. 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 both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels 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, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant 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 our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. 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 - 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. LI-
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - 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. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. 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 both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels 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, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant 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 our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. 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 - 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. LI-
About us At Xelix, we work with some of the world's largest companies to automate and strengthen their financial controls. Our AI solutions redefine how Accounts Payable teams operate - moving from manual processes to automated, intelligent workflows. Xelix is a fast-paced scale-up - things move fast and expectations are high. We raised our Series B with Insight Partners in June 2025 and are expanding aggressively. We have a team of 150 talented people pulling together to achieve our goals. Everyone is trusted to take ownership, move fast and have a meaningful impact. We prioritise personal and professional growth, keep things fun, and love to celebrate a milestone together. In this role you'll grow, be challenged and help shape the future of Xelix. If you're excited about building something special with us, we'd love to hear from you. About the role We're seeking Senior Python Developers to join our back-end development team. This is a varied and challenging programming role. Tasks could include writing code to manage incoming data, working with AI Engineers to analyse huge data sets, or writing Restful APIs in Django to support the React front end. Our ideal candidate takes pride in their work - producing clean, tested, beautiful code. Rather than give you a detailed set of requirements, we encourage engineers to take responsibility for solving the problem. There are many opportunities to innovate as you collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement new features. You will be well supported to continue your professional development. This includes an annual conference allowance, a budget for books and a monthly session with your manager to identify and track your learning goals. As Xelix continues to grow opportunities for you to develop your career becoming a Team Lead, Project Lead or Staff Engineer could be available to the right candidate. What you'll be doing Implementing robust and scalable solutions in Python. Developing, using and designing REST APIs to efficiently deliver application components. Implementing performance improvement strategies. Ensuring the quality of code by writing comprehensive tests and participating in code reviews. What you'll bring 4+ years of Python coding professional experience Ability to learn and apply new technology quickly Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to team members and stakeholders. Familiarity with coding in Django and the Django Rest Framework, or Flask Web frameworks Degree in Computer Science (or similar), at 2:1 or above Amazon Web Services SQL / PostgreSQL Build pipeline and CI with GitHub, Jenkins, Docker, Terraform What we offer in return Competitive salary of £70,000 - £95,000 depending on experience ️ 27 days of annual leave (including 3 days Christmas closing) which increases up to 3 days based on tenure, with the option to roll over, buy or sell up to 3 days Hybrid working with one day a week from our dog-friendly Hoxton office On-site gym and cycle to work scheme ️ Employee discount at over 100 retailers Comprehensive private medical & dental cover with Vitality Enhanced parental leave pay Learning & development culture - £1,000 personal annual budget We're carbon neutral and are working towards ambitious carbon reduction goals Lots of team socials & activities ️ Annual team retreat Want to learn more? About us Xelix blog Xelix news Xelix glassdoor We believe that people from diverse backgrounds, with different identities and experiences make our company and product better. No matter your background, we'd love to hear from you! And if you have a disability, please let us know if there's any way we can make the interview process better for you - we're happy to accommodate! If you're a recruiting agency - we have an existing list of agencies we work with and we are not currently planning on expanding the list. Neither the Talent team nor hiring managers or the Support team will respond to cold outreach. This is a full-time position, with standard working hours from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Interview Process Introductory Call - A short Teams conversation with a Talent Partner to discuss your background and the opportunity. Hiring Manager Interview - A 30-45 minute Teams meeting to explore your experience and fit for the team. Technical Task or Presentation - A role relevant exercise to demonstrate your skills and approach. Final On site Interview - An in person meeting with our senior leadership team and co founders at our office. We strive to make the process clear, efficient, and respectful of your time.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
About us At Xelix, we work with some of the world's largest companies to automate and strengthen their financial controls. Our AI solutions redefine how Accounts Payable teams operate - moving from manual processes to automated, intelligent workflows. Xelix is a fast-paced scale-up - things move fast and expectations are high. We raised our Series B with Insight Partners in June 2025 and are expanding aggressively. We have a team of 150 talented people pulling together to achieve our goals. Everyone is trusted to take ownership, move fast and have a meaningful impact. We prioritise personal and professional growth, keep things fun, and love to celebrate a milestone together. In this role you'll grow, be challenged and help shape the future of Xelix. If you're excited about building something special with us, we'd love to hear from you. About the role We're seeking Senior Python Developers to join our back-end development team. This is a varied and challenging programming role. Tasks could include writing code to manage incoming data, working with AI Engineers to analyse huge data sets, or writing Restful APIs in Django to support the React front end. Our ideal candidate takes pride in their work - producing clean, tested, beautiful code. Rather than give you a detailed set of requirements, we encourage engineers to take responsibility for solving the problem. There are many opportunities to innovate as you collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement new features. You will be well supported to continue your professional development. This includes an annual conference allowance, a budget for books and a monthly session with your manager to identify and track your learning goals. As Xelix continues to grow opportunities for you to develop your career becoming a Team Lead, Project Lead or Staff Engineer could be available to the right candidate. What you'll be doing Implementing robust and scalable solutions in Python. Developing, using and designing REST APIs to efficiently deliver application components. Implementing performance improvement strategies. Ensuring the quality of code by writing comprehensive tests and participating in code reviews. What you'll bring 4+ years of Python coding professional experience Ability to learn and apply new technology quickly Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to team members and stakeholders. Familiarity with coding in Django and the Django Rest Framework, or Flask Web frameworks Degree in Computer Science (or similar), at 2:1 or above Amazon Web Services SQL / PostgreSQL Build pipeline and CI with GitHub, Jenkins, Docker, Terraform What we offer in return Competitive salary of £70,000 - £95,000 depending on experience ️ 27 days of annual leave (including 3 days Christmas closing) which increases up to 3 days based on tenure, with the option to roll over, buy or sell up to 3 days Hybrid working with one day a week from our dog-friendly Hoxton office On-site gym and cycle to work scheme ️ Employee discount at over 100 retailers Comprehensive private medical & dental cover with Vitality Enhanced parental leave pay Learning & development culture - £1,000 personal annual budget We're carbon neutral and are working towards ambitious carbon reduction goals Lots of team socials & activities ️ Annual team retreat Want to learn more? About us Xelix blog Xelix news Xelix glassdoor We believe that people from diverse backgrounds, with different identities and experiences make our company and product better. No matter your background, we'd love to hear from you! And if you have a disability, please let us know if there's any way we can make the interview process better for you - we're happy to accommodate! If you're a recruiting agency - we have an existing list of agencies we work with and we are not currently planning on expanding the list. Neither the Talent team nor hiring managers or the Support team will respond to cold outreach. This is a full-time position, with standard working hours from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Interview Process Introductory Call - A short Teams conversation with a Talent Partner to discuss your background and the opportunity. Hiring Manager Interview - A 30-45 minute Teams meeting to explore your experience and fit for the team. Technical Task or Presentation - A role relevant exercise to demonstrate your skills and approach. Final On site Interview - An in person meeting with our senior leadership team and co founders at our office. We strive to make the process clear, efficient, and respectful of your time.
Our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. With a heritage dating back more than 175 years, we have a long history of innovation in savings and investments, combining asset management and insurance expertise to offer a wide range of solutions.Our two distinct operating segments, Asset Management and Life, work together to provide access to balanced, long-term investment and savings solutions.Through telling it like it is, owning it now, and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent.We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and also offer work place accommodations to ensure you have what you need to effectively deliver in your role. Background & Purpose Workplace Solutions (WPS) is responsible for defining and managing M&G's operational property footprint globally, ensuring safe, secure, efficient and compliant workplaces that support colleagues' evolving needs in a hybrid operating environment.The Senior Controls & Assurance Specialist strengthens WPS' risk maturity by delivering high quality control testing, risk oversight, assurance reviews, governance processes, and Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) support. The role acts as second in command to the Business Assurance Manager, leading significant components of the Business Assurance Plan and providing expert challenge, insight and analysis.This role will work across multiple WPS teams (Sustainability, Health & Safety, Procurement, Operations, Strategy & Planning, Data & Analytics, Programmes & Projects), the Group HR function, Group Risk & Resilience Group Procurement, and M&G Global Services (India), ensuring WPS maintains strong compliance with the Risk Management Framework, Group Governance Manual, Third Party Risk Standards, Model and User Developed Applications (MUDA) Policy, and the uplifted Financial Crime Standards introduced through Financial Crime Enhancement Programme (FCEP). Key Responsibilities 1. Support Delivery & Maturity of the WPS Risk Management Framework Lead defined elements of the WPS Business Assurance Plan: risk reviews, deep dives, control testing, and assurance assignments. Independently review team risk and issue registers for completeness, trend analysis, and escalation triggers. Support the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) process: advise Risk Owners, challenge assumptions, test controls and help prepare submissions. Produce high quality risk reporting for the monthly WPS Risk & Controls Working Group. Act as deputy to the Business Assurance Manager during governance meetings, occasionally representing WPS with Group Risk and other forums. Manage documentation and updates to WPS Key Processes and ensure annual attestations are completed. 2. Controls Testing, Issue Management & MUDA Oversight Perform Key and Non Key Control Assessments, verifying design and operating effectiveness. Provide guidance to control owners on documentation standards, test scripts and evidence requirements. Support MetricStream (M&G's Risk Management Tool) issue management: triage, draft entries, track remediation, and monitor ageing of issues. Act as Deputy MUDA Co ordinator : + Review MUDA inventory entries + Support annual attestations + Provide challenge on model risks and materiality + Liaise with MUDA owners to ensure compliance with the MUDA Policy 3. Third Party Risk Management & Supplier Oversight Conduct due diligence checks and re segmentation in line with the WPS Sourcing Cycle. Review supplier contracts prior to signature; identify risks, gaps, or missing controls. Manage contract related entries in the WPS Contract Register and ensure supplier documentation is complete and stored correctly in the WPS Data Library. Raise Front Door references and complete required due diligence in Prevalent (M&G's Procurement Tool) on behalf of WPS. Support WPS representation at the Third Party Risk Management Forum and provide expert input for the FCEP uplift discussions. 4. Group Governance Manual, Policy Compliance & ASoC Processes Co ordinate WPS' contributions to the Annual Statement of Compliance (ASoC) process for Environment, Health & Safety and other GGF policies. Assist with designing simplifications for international office managers and improve response quality through training and guidance. Support the quarterly Conflict of Interest review and ensure timely follow up. Review and update Powers of Attorney, maintaining audit trails. 5. Financial Crime Uplift & Regulatory Standards Compliance Work with Business Assurance Manager to embed uplifted financial crime related controls (per FCEP), including: Supporting identification of high risk roles. Ensuring TPDD, FC Due Diligence, and FC screening controls are understood within WPS. Monitoring whether WPS processes sufficiently reflect Anti Bribery & Corruption, AML/CTF, Sanctions and Fraud frameworks. Highlighting financial crime related risks linked to suppliers, operational processes, corporate facilities, procurement activity, and data handling. 6. Secretariat, Governance & Reporting Responsibilities Provide Secretariat support where required (e.g., Risk & Controls Working Group, SRM SteerCo, SRM Review). Prepare agendas, actions, minutes, and forward looking planners. Support preparation of WPS reports for SLT, ExCom and Group Governance committees. 7. Training, Guidance & Continuous Improvement Deliver training to WPS teams on risks, controls, issues, notifiable events, procurement controls, and Third-Party Risk Management obligations. Identify opportunities to simplify or mature the control environment across WPS. Promote good risk culture and behaviours, supporting the Business Assurance Manager in change management and risk awareness initiatives. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Knowledge (Essential) Strong understanding of risk management, internal controls, and assurance methodologies. Working knowledge of real estate, facilities management and other workplace operations. Familiarity with governance and regulatory expectations across Corporate Functions, especially TPRM, MUDA, and Financial Crime Standards. Skills (Essential) Excellent written and verbal communication, including ability to draft high quality assurance outputs. Ability to work independently under minimal supervision and manage competing priorities. Ability to challenge constructively, influence stakeholders and articulate risks clearly. Competence in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio; ability to work with risk systems such as MetricStream. Experience (Essential) Experience working in a risk, assurance, compliance, audit or governance function. Experience conducting control testing, assurance reviews, process mapping or supporting RCSAs. Experience working with third party oversight, procurement controls or contract governance. Qualifications (Desirable) Degree level or equivalent experience. Professional qualifications advantageous but not required (e.g. IRM, IIA, CIMA, CISI, ACII).Work Level: Manager / ExpertRecruiter: Matt CampbellClose Date: 15th April 2026What we offer:At M&G, we're committed to helping you thrive and supporting your wellbeing, both at work and beyond. Our benefits are designed to help you balance your professional and personal life, while planning confidently for your future. Our UK benefits include: As a savings and Investments firm we are proud to offer a valuable pension scheme of 18% , with 13% made up of Employer Contributions and 5% Employee Contributions .We also offer Share Save and our Share Incentive Plan , together with access to financial wellbeing and support services - to help give you real confidence to put your money to work. Enjoy 38 days annual leave including bank holidays,
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. With a heritage dating back more than 175 years, we have a long history of innovation in savings and investments, combining asset management and insurance expertise to offer a wide range of solutions.Our two distinct operating segments, Asset Management and Life, work together to provide access to balanced, long-term investment and savings solutions.Through telling it like it is, owning it now, and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent.We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and also offer work place accommodations to ensure you have what you need to effectively deliver in your role. Background & Purpose Workplace Solutions (WPS) is responsible for defining and managing M&G's operational property footprint globally, ensuring safe, secure, efficient and compliant workplaces that support colleagues' evolving needs in a hybrid operating environment.The Senior Controls & Assurance Specialist strengthens WPS' risk maturity by delivering high quality control testing, risk oversight, assurance reviews, governance processes, and Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) support. The role acts as second in command to the Business Assurance Manager, leading significant components of the Business Assurance Plan and providing expert challenge, insight and analysis.This role will work across multiple WPS teams (Sustainability, Health & Safety, Procurement, Operations, Strategy & Planning, Data & Analytics, Programmes & Projects), the Group HR function, Group Risk & Resilience Group Procurement, and M&G Global Services (India), ensuring WPS maintains strong compliance with the Risk Management Framework, Group Governance Manual, Third Party Risk Standards, Model and User Developed Applications (MUDA) Policy, and the uplifted Financial Crime Standards introduced through Financial Crime Enhancement Programme (FCEP). Key Responsibilities 1. Support Delivery & Maturity of the WPS Risk Management Framework Lead defined elements of the WPS Business Assurance Plan: risk reviews, deep dives, control testing, and assurance assignments. Independently review team risk and issue registers for completeness, trend analysis, and escalation triggers. Support the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) process: advise Risk Owners, challenge assumptions, test controls and help prepare submissions. Produce high quality risk reporting for the monthly WPS Risk & Controls Working Group. Act as deputy to the Business Assurance Manager during governance meetings, occasionally representing WPS with Group Risk and other forums. Manage documentation and updates to WPS Key Processes and ensure annual attestations are completed. 2. Controls Testing, Issue Management & MUDA Oversight Perform Key and Non Key Control Assessments, verifying design and operating effectiveness. Provide guidance to control owners on documentation standards, test scripts and evidence requirements. Support MetricStream (M&G's Risk Management Tool) issue management: triage, draft entries, track remediation, and monitor ageing of issues. Act as Deputy MUDA Co ordinator : + Review MUDA inventory entries + Support annual attestations + Provide challenge on model risks and materiality + Liaise with MUDA owners to ensure compliance with the MUDA Policy 3. Third Party Risk Management & Supplier Oversight Conduct due diligence checks and re segmentation in line with the WPS Sourcing Cycle. Review supplier contracts prior to signature; identify risks, gaps, or missing controls. Manage contract related entries in the WPS Contract Register and ensure supplier documentation is complete and stored correctly in the WPS Data Library. Raise Front Door references and complete required due diligence in Prevalent (M&G's Procurement Tool) on behalf of WPS. Support WPS representation at the Third Party Risk Management Forum and provide expert input for the FCEP uplift discussions. 4. Group Governance Manual, Policy Compliance & ASoC Processes Co ordinate WPS' contributions to the Annual Statement of Compliance (ASoC) process for Environment, Health & Safety and other GGF policies. Assist with designing simplifications for international office managers and improve response quality through training and guidance. Support the quarterly Conflict of Interest review and ensure timely follow up. Review and update Powers of Attorney, maintaining audit trails. 5. Financial Crime Uplift & Regulatory Standards Compliance Work with Business Assurance Manager to embed uplifted financial crime related controls (per FCEP), including: Supporting identification of high risk roles. Ensuring TPDD, FC Due Diligence, and FC screening controls are understood within WPS. Monitoring whether WPS processes sufficiently reflect Anti Bribery & Corruption, AML/CTF, Sanctions and Fraud frameworks. Highlighting financial crime related risks linked to suppliers, operational processes, corporate facilities, procurement activity, and data handling. 6. Secretariat, Governance & Reporting Responsibilities Provide Secretariat support where required (e.g., Risk & Controls Working Group, SRM SteerCo, SRM Review). Prepare agendas, actions, minutes, and forward looking planners. Support preparation of WPS reports for SLT, ExCom and Group Governance committees. 7. Training, Guidance & Continuous Improvement Deliver training to WPS teams on risks, controls, issues, notifiable events, procurement controls, and Third-Party Risk Management obligations. Identify opportunities to simplify or mature the control environment across WPS. Promote good risk culture and behaviours, supporting the Business Assurance Manager in change management and risk awareness initiatives. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Knowledge (Essential) Strong understanding of risk management, internal controls, and assurance methodologies. Working knowledge of real estate, facilities management and other workplace operations. Familiarity with governance and regulatory expectations across Corporate Functions, especially TPRM, MUDA, and Financial Crime Standards. Skills (Essential) Excellent written and verbal communication, including ability to draft high quality assurance outputs. Ability to work independently under minimal supervision and manage competing priorities. Ability to challenge constructively, influence stakeholders and articulate risks clearly. Competence in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio; ability to work with risk systems such as MetricStream. Experience (Essential) Experience working in a risk, assurance, compliance, audit or governance function. Experience conducting control testing, assurance reviews, process mapping or supporting RCSAs. Experience working with third party oversight, procurement controls or contract governance. Qualifications (Desirable) Degree level or equivalent experience. Professional qualifications advantageous but not required (e.g. IRM, IIA, CIMA, CISI, ACII).Work Level: Manager / ExpertRecruiter: Matt CampbellClose Date: 15th April 2026What we offer:At M&G, we're committed to helping you thrive and supporting your wellbeing, both at work and beyond. Our benefits are designed to help you balance your professional and personal life, while planning confidently for your future. Our UK benefits include: As a savings and Investments firm we are proud to offer a valuable pension scheme of 18% , with 13% made up of Employer Contributions and 5% Employee Contributions .We also offer Share Save and our Share Incentive Plan , together with access to financial wellbeing and support services - to help give you real confidence to put your money to work. Enjoy 38 days annual leave including bank holidays,
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - 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. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. 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 both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels 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, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant 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 our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. 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 - 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. LI-
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - 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. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. 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 both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels 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, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant 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 our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. 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 - 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. LI-
Financial Accountant; Wolverhampton; 12 month Contract: £375-500 per day paye (DOE); Inside IR35; Hybrid role - 3 days per week on site. We are currently recruiting on behalf of our Aerospace client based in Wolverhampton for a Financial Accountant , working at a senior level ,to join their Finance team on a 12 month temporary contract This role is responsible for overseeing statutory reporting, compliance, and financial accounting activities across multiple legal entities, ensuring alignment with IFRS and internal governance requirements. The post holder will work closely with the Group Finance function, supporting statutory tax packs, group audits, and end-to-end accounting processes in a complex and regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Financial Accounting & Reporting Prepare and deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements. Oversee financial accounting activities for four legal entities, ensuring all reporting is compliant with IFRS. Produce statutory accounts and statutory tax packs, ensuring submissions meet group and regulatory deadlines. Support and coordinate group financial accounting activities and consolidation processes. Ensure timely and accurate balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger reviews. Audit & Compliance Lead and manage external audits and group audits, acting as the key point of contact for auditors. Ensure all statutory, legal, and regulatory reporting requirements are met. Maintain strong internal controls and oversee compliance with financial governance frameworks. Support internal audit requests and ensure remediation actions are implemented effectively. Tax & Legal Compliance Assist with the preparation of tax information and support corporate tax compliance activities. Ensure all legal entity reporting meets local regulatory requirements. Process Improvement & Controls Manage end-to-end financial processes, identifying opportunities for improvement and simplification. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function. Support system developments, process enhancements, and control strengthening activities. Skills & Experience Required Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / ICAEW or equivalent). Strong experience in financial accounting within large, complex businesses; defence sector experience desirable. Proven experience preparing statutory accounts and tax packs. Strong understanding of IFRS and statutory reporting requirements. Experience managing multiple legal entities. Demonstrable experience working with auditors and managing group audit processes. Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to work to strict deadlines. Strong communication skills and confidence working with senior stakeholders. Previous experience in a hybrid working environment beneficial. Morson is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy CIMA; ACCA; FCCA; ACMA; GCMA; ACA; AAT; project accountant; management accountant; reporting accountant; finance manager; finance controller; FPA; forecasting; audits
Apr 15, 2026
Contractor
Financial Accountant; Wolverhampton; 12 month Contract: £375-500 per day paye (DOE); Inside IR35; Hybrid role - 3 days per week on site. We are currently recruiting on behalf of our Aerospace client based in Wolverhampton for a Financial Accountant , working at a senior level ,to join their Finance team on a 12 month temporary contract This role is responsible for overseeing statutory reporting, compliance, and financial accounting activities across multiple legal entities, ensuring alignment with IFRS and internal governance requirements. The post holder will work closely with the Group Finance function, supporting statutory tax packs, group audits, and end-to-end accounting processes in a complex and regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Financial Accounting & Reporting Prepare and deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements. Oversee financial accounting activities for four legal entities, ensuring all reporting is compliant with IFRS. Produce statutory accounts and statutory tax packs, ensuring submissions meet group and regulatory deadlines. Support and coordinate group financial accounting activities and consolidation processes. Ensure timely and accurate balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger reviews. Audit & Compliance Lead and manage external audits and group audits, acting as the key point of contact for auditors. Ensure all statutory, legal, and regulatory reporting requirements are met. Maintain strong internal controls and oversee compliance with financial governance frameworks. Support internal audit requests and ensure remediation actions are implemented effectively. Tax & Legal Compliance Assist with the preparation of tax information and support corporate tax compliance activities. Ensure all legal entity reporting meets local regulatory requirements. Process Improvement & Controls Manage end-to-end financial processes, identifying opportunities for improvement and simplification. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function. Support system developments, process enhancements, and control strengthening activities. Skills & Experience Required Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / ICAEW or equivalent). Strong experience in financial accounting within large, complex businesses; defence sector experience desirable. Proven experience preparing statutory accounts and tax packs. Strong understanding of IFRS and statutory reporting requirements. Experience managing multiple legal entities. Demonstrable experience working with auditors and managing group audit processes. Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to work to strict deadlines. Strong communication skills and confidence working with senior stakeholders. Previous experience in a hybrid working environment beneficial. Morson is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy CIMA; ACCA; FCCA; ACMA; GCMA; ACA; AAT; project accountant; management accountant; reporting accountant; finance manager; finance controller; FPA; forecasting; audits
Who are we? South Western Railway (SWR) operates over 1,500 services each weekday across the network and employs more than 5,000 people. We provide easy and convenient mobility, connecting people and communities in South West London, southern counties of England, and the Isle of Wight. Join our team and help us continue to bring people together to get the most out of life. About the job The Senior ITService Delivery Manager oversees a number of key functions within the IT department that enables the delivery of a high quality service to end users, ensuring that Service Support and Service Delivery processes are in place to meet business needs. This position will involve liaising directly with stakeholders and requires that you establish and manage expectations within the business. The role will require the post holder to manage and drive the ITService Delivery team to achieve a high standard of work in order to meet the expectations of the business. Your main responsibilities will be: Maintain a high performing IT Service Delivery function to include full management responsibilities of the IT Service Delivery Team. Formulate both short-term day-to-day and longer-term IT Service Delivery plans and identify and work on continuous improvement of the service. Professionally and effectively represent IT to both the internal business and to all IT third party vendors and suppliers. Understand and identify business challenges and develop strategies and solutions to deliver added value to the business. Liaise with Customers to establish the structure of service level agreements (SLAs). Ensures that operational methods, procedures and facilities are documented, maintained and reviewed regularly to maintain their effectiveness and efficiency. Creates, implements, reviews / analyses problem management processes and advises on any improvements that could be implemented, using any tools that may be available. Support projects and develop a strong understanding of projects impacting your service area and ensuring service impact is minimised and agreed. Drive internal and third party service review meetings covering performance, service improvements, quality and processes . Ensure that patching and anti-virus updates are carried out promptly and effectively in the desktop environment. Create and maintain regular and accurate management reporting on IT Service performance with the tools available. Be an ambassador for IT, working across the business to provide effective communication on IT matters and build relationships with other teams to ensure effective dialogue between departments. Contributes to departmental policy, procedures and practices on matters such as security, health and safety, environmental controls, service facilities and media storage. Point of escalation - ensuring escalated issues from customers and colleagues are resolved effectively and in a timely manner. Governance - assisting in defining and implementing processes & standards and ensuring staff adhere to them. Supports budget related conversations on different levels. Innovate and encourage innovation within team members. Coach and mentor less experienced staff as required. Empower staff to take responsibility for their jobs and commitments. Foster a spirit of teamwork inclusion and unity amongst the teams. You'll need: Proven experience managing an IT service desk or technical support team in a fast-paced environment. Strong leadership skills with a track record of coaching, developing, and motivating high-performing teams. Solid understanding of IT infrastructure, systems, and support operations across desktop, network, and application environments. In-depth knowledge of IT service management principles; ITIL certification (Foundation or higher) preferred. Exceptional customer service focus, with the ability to drive a user-centric culture and improve service delivery. Experience managing incident, problem, and request workflows, with a strong grasp of SLAs and KPIs. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with technical teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership. Experience with enterprise-level IT systems and platforms such as Active Directory, Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune) or Entra ID. Strong analytical skills with the ability to produce reports, identify trends, and lead service improvement initiatives. Experience managing service desk tools and platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, BMC Remedy, FreshDesk) It would be great if you had: Experience supporting remote and hybrid working environments, including VPNs and virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI). Project management knowledge or certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) to support service improvement and change initiatives. Understanding of cybersecurity best practices and experience contributing to IT security and compliance efforts. Familiarity with IT change management processes and tools. Experience with service automation tools, AI-powered support technologies, or workflow optimisation. Basic budgeting or cost management experience in an IT services context. About the location Southampton Central is conveniently situated near the city centre. It is a short walk to West Quay shopping centre, a hub for retailers and restaurants, and providesan excellent link between London, Coastal areas and the Isle of Wight. Working pattern You will work an average of 37 hours per week across 5 days, typically office hours. Flexibility will be required and there may be an "on-call" commitment. The Reward In return we offer a competitive salary and a variety of valuable benefits, including: Free duty and leisure travel on SWR services for employees Free leisure travel for spouse/partner and dependants (criteria dependent) 75% discount on many other train operating companies Full training and support with development Excellent pension scheme We all belong at SWR. Our vision is to provide an inclusive environment for all colleagues, ensuring all candidates have an equal opportunity to access meaningful employment. We value our differences such as age, gender, LGBTQIA+, ethnicity, religion, and disability. We maintain a zero tolerance towards any form of prejudice towards our colleagues, customers, and future talent. We celebrate and encourage diversity of thought, progressive ways of working and seeing all our colleagues grow and thrive. If you require additional support to complete your application due to a disability or neurodivergent condition, for example, dyslexia, dyspraxia, or autism, please follow the links below. We encourage you to share any additional needs you may require so we can provide a fair and equal process for all who apply.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Who are we? South Western Railway (SWR) operates over 1,500 services each weekday across the network and employs more than 5,000 people. We provide easy and convenient mobility, connecting people and communities in South West London, southern counties of England, and the Isle of Wight. Join our team and help us continue to bring people together to get the most out of life. About the job The Senior ITService Delivery Manager oversees a number of key functions within the IT department that enables the delivery of a high quality service to end users, ensuring that Service Support and Service Delivery processes are in place to meet business needs. This position will involve liaising directly with stakeholders and requires that you establish and manage expectations within the business. The role will require the post holder to manage and drive the ITService Delivery team to achieve a high standard of work in order to meet the expectations of the business. Your main responsibilities will be: Maintain a high performing IT Service Delivery function to include full management responsibilities of the IT Service Delivery Team. Formulate both short-term day-to-day and longer-term IT Service Delivery plans and identify and work on continuous improvement of the service. Professionally and effectively represent IT to both the internal business and to all IT third party vendors and suppliers. Understand and identify business challenges and develop strategies and solutions to deliver added value to the business. Liaise with Customers to establish the structure of service level agreements (SLAs). Ensures that operational methods, procedures and facilities are documented, maintained and reviewed regularly to maintain their effectiveness and efficiency. Creates, implements, reviews / analyses problem management processes and advises on any improvements that could be implemented, using any tools that may be available. Support projects and develop a strong understanding of projects impacting your service area and ensuring service impact is minimised and agreed. Drive internal and third party service review meetings covering performance, service improvements, quality and processes . Ensure that patching and anti-virus updates are carried out promptly and effectively in the desktop environment. Create and maintain regular and accurate management reporting on IT Service performance with the tools available. Be an ambassador for IT, working across the business to provide effective communication on IT matters and build relationships with other teams to ensure effective dialogue between departments. Contributes to departmental policy, procedures and practices on matters such as security, health and safety, environmental controls, service facilities and media storage. Point of escalation - ensuring escalated issues from customers and colleagues are resolved effectively and in a timely manner. Governance - assisting in defining and implementing processes & standards and ensuring staff adhere to them. Supports budget related conversations on different levels. Innovate and encourage innovation within team members. Coach and mentor less experienced staff as required. Empower staff to take responsibility for their jobs and commitments. Foster a spirit of teamwork inclusion and unity amongst the teams. You'll need: Proven experience managing an IT service desk or technical support team in a fast-paced environment. Strong leadership skills with a track record of coaching, developing, and motivating high-performing teams. Solid understanding of IT infrastructure, systems, and support operations across desktop, network, and application environments. In-depth knowledge of IT service management principles; ITIL certification (Foundation or higher) preferred. Exceptional customer service focus, with the ability to drive a user-centric culture and improve service delivery. Experience managing incident, problem, and request workflows, with a strong grasp of SLAs and KPIs. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with technical teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership. Experience with enterprise-level IT systems and platforms such as Active Directory, Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune) or Entra ID. Strong analytical skills with the ability to produce reports, identify trends, and lead service improvement initiatives. Experience managing service desk tools and platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, BMC Remedy, FreshDesk) It would be great if you had: Experience supporting remote and hybrid working environments, including VPNs and virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI). Project management knowledge or certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) to support service improvement and change initiatives. Understanding of cybersecurity best practices and experience contributing to IT security and compliance efforts. Familiarity with IT change management processes and tools. Experience with service automation tools, AI-powered support technologies, or workflow optimisation. Basic budgeting or cost management experience in an IT services context. About the location Southampton Central is conveniently situated near the city centre. It is a short walk to West Quay shopping centre, a hub for retailers and restaurants, and providesan excellent link between London, Coastal areas and the Isle of Wight. Working pattern You will work an average of 37 hours per week across 5 days, typically office hours. Flexibility will be required and there may be an "on-call" commitment. The Reward In return we offer a competitive salary and a variety of valuable benefits, including: Free duty and leisure travel on SWR services for employees Free leisure travel for spouse/partner and dependants (criteria dependent) 75% discount on many other train operating companies Full training and support with development Excellent pension scheme We all belong at SWR. Our vision is to provide an inclusive environment for all colleagues, ensuring all candidates have an equal opportunity to access meaningful employment. We value our differences such as age, gender, LGBTQIA+, ethnicity, religion, and disability. We maintain a zero tolerance towards any form of prejudice towards our colleagues, customers, and future talent. We celebrate and encourage diversity of thought, progressive ways of working and seeing all our colleagues grow and thrive. If you require additional support to complete your application due to a disability or neurodivergent condition, for example, dyslexia, dyspraxia, or autism, please follow the links below. We encourage you to share any additional needs you may require so we can provide a fair and equal process for all who apply.
Role: Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Head of Finance to assist them for 3 months. You be will be responsible for following duties: Manage the effective day to day running of the finance function, ensuring appropriate delegation of tasks. Oversee Payroll, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Manage the relationship with the external payroll bureau. Provide management, direction and development of finance staff. Develop and maintain effective financial policies, procedures and controls. Lead the annual financial business planning and budgeting process, undertaking periodic reviews to track progress against planned and agreed objectives. Develop all financial and management reporting for the organisation, ensuring that financial reporting tools and processes are in place to support the on-going and future needs of the charity. Compile financial reports and statistics and present information to a variety of audiences to influence and improve the financial sustainability of the charity. Prepare and file relevant returns in accordance with good financial practice. Oversee the distribution of grant funds. Lead on liaison with external auditors. Prepare annual statutory accounts in accordance with UK GAAP and Charity SORP Produce the financial accounts on a timely basis. Review financial analysis and information and identify significant variances to budget, working with Budget Holders / Project Managers to prepare a business case for adjustment as appropriate. Distribute quarterly management accounts, including commentary, for the finance and investment committee to enable them to track performance. Monitor investment performance, and on a quarterly basis, arrange and structure reviews with the Finance & Investment Committee so as to effectively manage the investment managers, ensuring that the fund enables the charity to optimise its investment return targets. Lead on the development and implementation of the investment policy in line with ethical investment and ESG considerations. Implement an agreed Finance & Investment strategy by producing relevant plans, frameworks, procedures, and processes to enable effective delivery. Ensure the strategy implementation is on track and performance against plans are monitored and measured. Support the COO to cost agreed change programmes and plans. To participate as a senior manager, with input into strategy, business plans, organisational performance and culture Fulfil the role of secretary and provide support to the Chair of the Finance and Investment Committee by compiling agendas and reports, providing information and analysis, along with Finance and Investment recommendations. Profile: The successful, temporary Head of Finance will be qualified (Eg. ACA, ACCA or CIMA) and will have a charity background with SORP accounting experience. You will have a strong management background and experience working with investments is a nice to have. You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role. Client: Our client are a leading Charity based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits: The temporary Head of Finance role will be paying circa £350 - £400 per day, dependant on experience. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Apr 15, 2026
Contractor
Role: Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Head of Finance to assist them for 3 months. You be will be responsible for following duties: Manage the effective day to day running of the finance function, ensuring appropriate delegation of tasks. Oversee Payroll, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Manage the relationship with the external payroll bureau. Provide management, direction and development of finance staff. Develop and maintain effective financial policies, procedures and controls. Lead the annual financial business planning and budgeting process, undertaking periodic reviews to track progress against planned and agreed objectives. Develop all financial and management reporting for the organisation, ensuring that financial reporting tools and processes are in place to support the on-going and future needs of the charity. Compile financial reports and statistics and present information to a variety of audiences to influence and improve the financial sustainability of the charity. Prepare and file relevant returns in accordance with good financial practice. Oversee the distribution of grant funds. Lead on liaison with external auditors. Prepare annual statutory accounts in accordance with UK GAAP and Charity SORP Produce the financial accounts on a timely basis. Review financial analysis and information and identify significant variances to budget, working with Budget Holders / Project Managers to prepare a business case for adjustment as appropriate. Distribute quarterly management accounts, including commentary, for the finance and investment committee to enable them to track performance. Monitor investment performance, and on a quarterly basis, arrange and structure reviews with the Finance & Investment Committee so as to effectively manage the investment managers, ensuring that the fund enables the charity to optimise its investment return targets. Lead on the development and implementation of the investment policy in line with ethical investment and ESG considerations. Implement an agreed Finance & Investment strategy by producing relevant plans, frameworks, procedures, and processes to enable effective delivery. Ensure the strategy implementation is on track and performance against plans are monitored and measured. Support the COO to cost agreed change programmes and plans. To participate as a senior manager, with input into strategy, business plans, organisational performance and culture Fulfil the role of secretary and provide support to the Chair of the Finance and Investment Committee by compiling agendas and reports, providing information and analysis, along with Finance and Investment recommendations. Profile: The successful, temporary Head of Finance will be qualified (Eg. ACA, ACCA or CIMA) and will have a charity background with SORP accounting experience. You will have a strong management background and experience working with investments is a nice to have. You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role. Client: Our client are a leading Charity based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits: The temporary Head of Finance role will be paying circa £350 - £400 per day, dependant on experience. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Gleeson Recruitment Group
Redditch, Worcestershire
Gleeson Recruitment Group partnering with a highly respected organisation within the manufacturing sector to appoint a dynamic Finance Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys being close to operations, acting as a trusted advisor, and shaping the financial performance of a complex, fast-moving environment. In this role, you'll have full visibility across the UK business, working closely with senior leadership and multiple functional teams. It's a position for someone who enjoys ownership, over reporting, controls, forecasting, and financial insight. As Finance Manager, you will lead the full spectrum of financial management activity for the UK site. This includes building robust budgets and forecasts, preparing month-end and year-end reporting packs, and ensuring that financial results are delivered accurately and on time. Responsibilities of the role: Providing clear, value-adding analysis to support operational and strategic decisions. Managing balance sheet integrity and driving improvements in financial control. Overseeing the submission of group reporting data and ensuring compliance with internal and external standards. Working with operational leaders to track performance metrics, identify cost-saving opportunities, and monitor site-wide expenditure. Supporting the approval, tracking, and post-investment review of capital projects. Maintaining strong liquidity management and helping optimise working capital. Engaging cross-functionally with finance, operations, procurement, commercial teams, and cost control. Taking on ad-hoc projects and initiatives set by the Finance Director, often with the opportunity to shape processes and challenge how things are done. Who we're looking for: We're seeking a Finance Manager with strong technical grounding, excellent analytical capability, and the confidence to work closely with senior stakeholders. You'll be someone who enjoys owning processes, improving ways of working, and influencing outcomes across the business. This role would suit a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with experience in the manufacturing industry. Why this role is worth considering: You'll be joining a high-performing organisation with a strong reputation, supportive leadership, and significant opportunity to make your mark. The Finance Director is committed to empowering this person, giving them autonomy and exposure to a wide range of challenges and decision-making. If you're driven, commercially curious, and ready for a role where you can genuinely influence business performance, this is an excellent next step. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Gleeson Recruitment Group partnering with a highly respected organisation within the manufacturing sector to appoint a dynamic Finance Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys being close to operations, acting as a trusted advisor, and shaping the financial performance of a complex, fast-moving environment. In this role, you'll have full visibility across the UK business, working closely with senior leadership and multiple functional teams. It's a position for someone who enjoys ownership, over reporting, controls, forecasting, and financial insight. As Finance Manager, you will lead the full spectrum of financial management activity for the UK site. This includes building robust budgets and forecasts, preparing month-end and year-end reporting packs, and ensuring that financial results are delivered accurately and on time. Responsibilities of the role: Providing clear, value-adding analysis to support operational and strategic decisions. Managing balance sheet integrity and driving improvements in financial control. Overseeing the submission of group reporting data and ensuring compliance with internal and external standards. Working with operational leaders to track performance metrics, identify cost-saving opportunities, and monitor site-wide expenditure. Supporting the approval, tracking, and post-investment review of capital projects. Maintaining strong liquidity management and helping optimise working capital. Engaging cross-functionally with finance, operations, procurement, commercial teams, and cost control. Taking on ad-hoc projects and initiatives set by the Finance Director, often with the opportunity to shape processes and challenge how things are done. Who we're looking for: We're seeking a Finance Manager with strong technical grounding, excellent analytical capability, and the confidence to work closely with senior stakeholders. You'll be someone who enjoys owning processes, improving ways of working, and influencing outcomes across the business. This role would suit a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with experience in the manufacturing industry. Why this role is worth considering: You'll be joining a high-performing organisation with a strong reputation, supportive leadership, and significant opportunity to make your mark. The Finance Director is committed to empowering this person, giving them autonomy and exposure to a wide range of challenges and decision-making. If you're driven, commercially curious, and ready for a role where you can genuinely influence business performance, this is an excellent next step. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
About the Business An opportunity to be a Financial Reporting Accountant for a Listed/PLC business in Birmingham City Centre. It's a new, modern business with a great team and great reputation. This role will help drive decision-making for the wider group. Main Duties: The role focuses on producing accurate financial reports, overseeing statutory accounts, supporting audit activity, and maintaining an effective controls framework. It will also play a key part in finance-related projects, including accounting standard transitions and improvements to systems and processes. Prepare statutory financial statements in line with FRS 101 requirements. Deliver month-end reporting outputs, including reconciliations, supporting schedules, and variance analysis. Ensure alignment with group accounting policies and applicable IFRS standards. Act as the main contact for external auditors, coordinating the audit process from planning through to completion. Respond to audit queries and ensure all required documentation is provided in a timely manner. Maintain and enhance internal controls, ensuring processes are clearly documented and regularly reviewed. Manage tax reporting obligations, ensuring submissions are accurate and completed within deadlines. Provide technical accounting input on complex areas and support the development of accounting policies. Contribute to the transition from US GAAP to IFRS, including analysis, documentation, and communication with stakeholders. Identify and implement improvements to financial processes, with a focus on efficiency, consistency, and automation. Assist with a range of finance initiatives such as system implementations, structural changes, and integration activities. Work closely with colleagues across finance, tax, and operational teams to support business objectives and ensure alignment. Location / Office / Culture This role is based in Birmingham City Centre, going into the office 3 days a week in the office and 2 at home. The company operate from a modern office consisting of a strong finance team of circa 60. The business is very flexible in its working patterns. What We Are Looking For The ideal candidate will have: ACA/ACCA Qualified Understanding and proven experience preparing financial statements and IFRS or FRS 101 Experience in external audit or coordinating audits from the client side. Strong understanding of IFRS and ability to apply technical accounting principles Why Join the business Hybrid working Global business with progression opportunities Supportive managers New and exciting business About Us We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly. Ref: VL68102
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
About the Business An opportunity to be a Financial Reporting Accountant for a Listed/PLC business in Birmingham City Centre. It's a new, modern business with a great team and great reputation. This role will help drive decision-making for the wider group. Main Duties: The role focuses on producing accurate financial reports, overseeing statutory accounts, supporting audit activity, and maintaining an effective controls framework. It will also play a key part in finance-related projects, including accounting standard transitions and improvements to systems and processes. Prepare statutory financial statements in line with FRS 101 requirements. Deliver month-end reporting outputs, including reconciliations, supporting schedules, and variance analysis. Ensure alignment with group accounting policies and applicable IFRS standards. Act as the main contact for external auditors, coordinating the audit process from planning through to completion. Respond to audit queries and ensure all required documentation is provided in a timely manner. Maintain and enhance internal controls, ensuring processes are clearly documented and regularly reviewed. Manage tax reporting obligations, ensuring submissions are accurate and completed within deadlines. Provide technical accounting input on complex areas and support the development of accounting policies. Contribute to the transition from US GAAP to IFRS, including analysis, documentation, and communication with stakeholders. Identify and implement improvements to financial processes, with a focus on efficiency, consistency, and automation. Assist with a range of finance initiatives such as system implementations, structural changes, and integration activities. Work closely with colleagues across finance, tax, and operational teams to support business objectives and ensure alignment. Location / Office / Culture This role is based in Birmingham City Centre, going into the office 3 days a week in the office and 2 at home. The company operate from a modern office consisting of a strong finance team of circa 60. The business is very flexible in its working patterns. What We Are Looking For The ideal candidate will have: ACA/ACCA Qualified Understanding and proven experience preparing financial statements and IFRS or FRS 101 Experience in external audit or coordinating audits from the client side. Strong understanding of IFRS and ability to apply technical accounting principles Why Join the business Hybrid working Global business with progression opportunities Supportive managers New and exciting business About Us We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly. Ref: VL68102
Our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. With a heritage dating back more than 175 years, we have a long history of innovation in savings and investments, combining asset management and insurance expertise to offer a wide range of solutions.Our two distinct operating segments, Asset Management and Life, work together to provide access to balanced, long-term investment and savings solutions.Through telling it like it is, owning it now, and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent.We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and also offer work place accommodations to ensure you have what you need to effectively deliver in your role. Your Role Will Encompass: Business Alignment: Develop a strong overview of M&G plc's business, gaining deep knowledge of new products and markets to tailor solutions to business needs. Innovation and Implementation: Support design and implementation of valuation processes to ensure new products are financially sound and commercially viable. Communication and Collaboration: Explain complex financial concepts to experts within and outside of finance, value new products and integrate financial solutions into broader business strategies. Ownership and Creativity: Take ownership of a solution from design through to implementation, utilising creative thinking and problem solving skills to deliver individual valuation solutions while also driving forwards the bigger picture goal of delivering a more efficient and robust end-to-end reporting process. Co-ordination of strategic implementation: Support the successful transition to strategic solutions; aiming to move away from short-term spreadsheet solutions and instead into established actuarial data, modelling and reporting processes. Key Responsibilities: Quickly understand new concepts, methodology and actuarial processes. Explain complex product design and financial concepts to experts across actuarial and finance and contribute to product design. Collaboratively design detailed strategic reporting solutions and write requirements for the teams owning the affected processes, taking this through appropriate review and governance. Work collaboratively with colleagues and take overall accountability to deliver strategic solutions efficiently and in a well-controlled way for a given project. This includes oversight of testing and ensuring a smooth implementation experience for all teams involved. Engage with project managers and stakeholders in Finance and the wider business to track new development areas, present Actuarial Model and Valuations views, and identify dependencies to reduce blockers. Challenge the status quo, embrace change, strive for continuous improvements, and remain responsive to future business requirements. Stakeholder Management: Engage with Finance BAU teams to understand existing methodology, processes, and controls and how a new project or product might change this. Issue solution design and requirements documentation for review and take to appropriate forums for discussion and approval. Handover solutions to BAU to mitigate risks and ensure smooth transitions. Key Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Strong knowledge of financial services, regulatory and statutory frameworks (Solvency II, IFRS), and external reporting requirements. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience of delivering and/or presenting reports to committees or senior management. Experience in leading a project or piece of work and implementing changes to actuarial processes. Experience using technologies to develop and improve processes. Experience leveraging business understanding and finance knowledge to support the business and make insightful recommendations. Ability to produce high-quality technical work within a controlled environment. Working knowledge of governance, risk, and compliance processes. Preferred expertise in any of the following areas: Matching Adjustment, Solvency UK capital, IFRS 17, Reinsurance valuation processes, Bulk Purchase Annuities, actuarial modelling. Qualifications: Qualified actuary with at least 8 years' experience in a UK life insurer.Work Level: Experienced ColleagueRecruiter: Matt CampbellClose Date: 15th April 2026What we offer:At M&G, we're committed to helping you thrive and supporting your wellbeing, both at work and beyond. Our benefits are designed to help you balance your professional and personal life, while planning confidently for your future. Our UK benefits include: As a savings and Investments firm we are proud to offer a valuable pension scheme of 18% , with 13% made up of Employer Contributions and 5% Employee Contributions .We also offer Share Save and our Share Incentive Plan , together with access to financial wellbeing and support services - to help give you real confidence to put your money to work. Enjoy 38 days annual leave including bank holidays, with the opportunity to purchase up to 5 extra days and additional flexibility through our Time Off When You Need It policy - to balance your work and personal commitments. Our market leading Inspiring Families policy includes comprehensive support and paid parental leave covering maternity, adoption, surrogacy, and paternity leave - as supporting families is a core aspect of our inclusive culture. Health & Protection cover including Private Healthcare , Critical Illness cover and Life Assurance for you, with family options - for peace of mind.To explore more about life at M&G and our full benefits offering, visitWe have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture at M&G, underpinned by our policies and our employee-led networks who provide networking opportunities, advice and support for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. Regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, nationality, disability or long term condition, we are looking to attract, promote and retain exceptional people. We also welcome those who take part in military service and those returning from career breaks.M&G is also proud to be a , and we welcome applications from candidates with long-term health conditions, disabilities, or neuro-divergent conditions. If you need assistance or an alternative means of applying for a role due to a disability or additional need, please let us know by contacting us at: &G is a leading international savings and investments business, managing money for around 4.6 million individual clients and more than 900 institutional clients in 38 offices worldwide.As at 31 December 2024, we had £345.9 billion of assets under management and administration. Our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. With a heritage dating back more than 175 years, we have a long history of innovation in savings and investments, combining asset management and insurance expertise to offer a wide range of solutions.Our two distinct operating segments, Asset Management and Life, work together to provide access to balanced, long-term investment and savings solutions.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. With a heritage dating back more than 175 years, we have a long history of innovation in savings and investments, combining asset management and insurance expertise to offer a wide range of solutions.Our two distinct operating segments, Asset Management and Life, work together to provide access to balanced, long-term investment and savings solutions.Through telling it like it is, owning it now, and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent.We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and also offer work place accommodations to ensure you have what you need to effectively deliver in your role. Your Role Will Encompass: Business Alignment: Develop a strong overview of M&G plc's business, gaining deep knowledge of new products and markets to tailor solutions to business needs. Innovation and Implementation: Support design and implementation of valuation processes to ensure new products are financially sound and commercially viable. Communication and Collaboration: Explain complex financial concepts to experts within and outside of finance, value new products and integrate financial solutions into broader business strategies. Ownership and Creativity: Take ownership of a solution from design through to implementation, utilising creative thinking and problem solving skills to deliver individual valuation solutions while also driving forwards the bigger picture goal of delivering a more efficient and robust end-to-end reporting process. Co-ordination of strategic implementation: Support the successful transition to strategic solutions; aiming to move away from short-term spreadsheet solutions and instead into established actuarial data, modelling and reporting processes. Key Responsibilities: Quickly understand new concepts, methodology and actuarial processes. Explain complex product design and financial concepts to experts across actuarial and finance and contribute to product design. Collaboratively design detailed strategic reporting solutions and write requirements for the teams owning the affected processes, taking this through appropriate review and governance. Work collaboratively with colleagues and take overall accountability to deliver strategic solutions efficiently and in a well-controlled way for a given project. This includes oversight of testing and ensuring a smooth implementation experience for all teams involved. Engage with project managers and stakeholders in Finance and the wider business to track new development areas, present Actuarial Model and Valuations views, and identify dependencies to reduce blockers. Challenge the status quo, embrace change, strive for continuous improvements, and remain responsive to future business requirements. Stakeholder Management: Engage with Finance BAU teams to understand existing methodology, processes, and controls and how a new project or product might change this. Issue solution design and requirements documentation for review and take to appropriate forums for discussion and approval. Handover solutions to BAU to mitigate risks and ensure smooth transitions. Key Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Strong knowledge of financial services, regulatory and statutory frameworks (Solvency II, IFRS), and external reporting requirements. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience of delivering and/or presenting reports to committees or senior management. Experience in leading a project or piece of work and implementing changes to actuarial processes. Experience using technologies to develop and improve processes. Experience leveraging business understanding and finance knowledge to support the business and make insightful recommendations. Ability to produce high-quality technical work within a controlled environment. Working knowledge of governance, risk, and compliance processes. Preferred expertise in any of the following areas: Matching Adjustment, Solvency UK capital, IFRS 17, Reinsurance valuation processes, Bulk Purchase Annuities, actuarial modelling. Qualifications: Qualified actuary with at least 8 years' experience in a UK life insurer.Work Level: Experienced ColleagueRecruiter: Matt CampbellClose Date: 15th April 2026What we offer:At M&G, we're committed to helping you thrive and supporting your wellbeing, both at work and beyond. Our benefits are designed to help you balance your professional and personal life, while planning confidently for your future. Our UK benefits include: As a savings and Investments firm we are proud to offer a valuable pension scheme of 18% , with 13% made up of Employer Contributions and 5% Employee Contributions .We also offer Share Save and our Share Incentive Plan , together with access to financial wellbeing and support services - to help give you real confidence to put your money to work. Enjoy 38 days annual leave including bank holidays, with the opportunity to purchase up to 5 extra days and additional flexibility through our Time Off When You Need It policy - to balance your work and personal commitments. Our market leading Inspiring Families policy includes comprehensive support and paid parental leave covering maternity, adoption, surrogacy, and paternity leave - as supporting families is a core aspect of our inclusive culture. Health & Protection cover including Private Healthcare , Critical Illness cover and Life Assurance for you, with family options - for peace of mind.To explore more about life at M&G and our full benefits offering, visitWe have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture at M&G, underpinned by our policies and our employee-led networks who provide networking opportunities, advice and support for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. Regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, nationality, disability or long term condition, we are looking to attract, promote and retain exceptional people. We also welcome those who take part in military service and those returning from career breaks.M&G is also proud to be a , and we welcome applications from candidates with long-term health conditions, disabilities, or neuro-divergent conditions. If you need assistance or an alternative means of applying for a role due to a disability or additional need, please let us know by contacting us at: &G is a leading international savings and investments business, managing money for around 4.6 million individual clients and more than 900 institutional clients in 38 offices worldwide.As at 31 December 2024, we had £345.9 billion of assets under management and administration. Our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. With a heritage dating back more than 175 years, we have a long history of innovation in savings and investments, combining asset management and insurance expertise to offer a wide range of solutions.Our two distinct operating segments, Asset Management and Life, work together to provide access to balanced, long-term investment and savings solutions.
YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai
Manchester, Lancashire
. What you will do As an Installation Scheduler/Planner , you will play a key role in supporting the installation team by efficiently planning and tracking installations, while maximising the utilisation of available labour resources. You will also be responsible for the timely procurement of equipment to meet customer requirements. This role involves coordinating the end-to-end delivery of projects, ensuring all milestones and deadlines are met to the highest standards. What we offer Competitive Salary: Reflecting your skills and experience. Generous & Flexible Leave Entitlement: 25 days of annual leave + Bank Holidays Hybrid Working: 2 days per week working from home, available following 6 months of training and successful completion of the probation period. Hours of work: Monday to Friday - 8.30am - 5pm Holiday Purchase Scheme: Buy up to 10 additional days, increasing your total annual entitlement to the equivalent of up to 35 days. Comprehensive Benefits: Including pension plan (up to 7% employer contribution match), life assurance, employee assistance program, and referral scheme. Exclusive Discounts: With high street brands, cycle-to-work scheme, and discounts on Johnson Controls security products. Career Development: Extensive opportunities for growth and advancement. Free Onsite Parking: Hassle-free commuting Dress Down Fridays: Casual attire to wrap up the week How you will do it Effectively communicate and build strong relationships with customers, installation engineers and managers. Preparation of programmes and schedules. Effectively negotiate with suppliers and coordinate the delivery of material and equipment. Coordinate the manpower planning of a team of engineers. Produce fast and accurate information for engineers and customers. Monitor the progress of installations to ensure they are working to schedule and minimize downtime. Ensure all installation information is available, complete and up to date. Assist with the scheduling of sub-contractors. What we look for Required Proven experience in Customer Service Strong organizational and time management skills PC literate, including knowledge of Microsoft Office Preferred Experience in scheduling and coordinating field-based engineers or similar roles. Familiarity with the security systems, construction, or facilities management industries. buildings have a purpose. They are places for people to live or work. Facilities for learning or healing. Venues for entertainment and shopping. Sites for the specialized storage of tangible goods or mission-critical data. Your buildings have a huge variety of functions; they are central to your mission. This is where Johnson Controls comes in, helping drive the outcomes that matter most. Through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we make your buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Most important, smarter buildings let you focus more intensely on your unique mission. Better for your people. Better for your bottom line. Better for the planet.At Johnson Controls, we've been making buildings smarter since 1885, and our capabilities, depth of innovation experience, and global reach have been growing ever since. Today, we offer the world's largest portfolio of building products, technologies, software, and services; we put that portfolio to work to transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
. What you will do As an Installation Scheduler/Planner , you will play a key role in supporting the installation team by efficiently planning and tracking installations, while maximising the utilisation of available labour resources. You will also be responsible for the timely procurement of equipment to meet customer requirements. This role involves coordinating the end-to-end delivery of projects, ensuring all milestones and deadlines are met to the highest standards. What we offer Competitive Salary: Reflecting your skills and experience. Generous & Flexible Leave Entitlement: 25 days of annual leave + Bank Holidays Hybrid Working: 2 days per week working from home, available following 6 months of training and successful completion of the probation period. Hours of work: Monday to Friday - 8.30am - 5pm Holiday Purchase Scheme: Buy up to 10 additional days, increasing your total annual entitlement to the equivalent of up to 35 days. Comprehensive Benefits: Including pension plan (up to 7% employer contribution match), life assurance, employee assistance program, and referral scheme. Exclusive Discounts: With high street brands, cycle-to-work scheme, and discounts on Johnson Controls security products. Career Development: Extensive opportunities for growth and advancement. Free Onsite Parking: Hassle-free commuting Dress Down Fridays: Casual attire to wrap up the week How you will do it Effectively communicate and build strong relationships with customers, installation engineers and managers. Preparation of programmes and schedules. Effectively negotiate with suppliers and coordinate the delivery of material and equipment. Coordinate the manpower planning of a team of engineers. Produce fast and accurate information for engineers and customers. Monitor the progress of installations to ensure they are working to schedule and minimize downtime. Ensure all installation information is available, complete and up to date. Assist with the scheduling of sub-contractors. What we look for Required Proven experience in Customer Service Strong organizational and time management skills PC literate, including knowledge of Microsoft Office Preferred Experience in scheduling and coordinating field-based engineers or similar roles. Familiarity with the security systems, construction, or facilities management industries. buildings have a purpose. They are places for people to live or work. Facilities for learning or healing. Venues for entertainment and shopping. Sites for the specialized storage of tangible goods or mission-critical data. Your buildings have a huge variety of functions; they are central to your mission. This is where Johnson Controls comes in, helping drive the outcomes that matter most. Through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we make your buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Most important, smarter buildings let you focus more intensely on your unique mission. Better for your people. Better for your bottom line. Better for the planet.At Johnson Controls, we've been making buildings smarter since 1885, and our capabilities, depth of innovation experience, and global reach have been growing ever since. Today, we offer the world's largest portfolio of building products, technologies, software, and services; we put that portfolio to work to transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play.
Join us as a Risk Manager at Barclays where you will help shape the future of banking by providing risk oversight by identifying, assessing, and managing financial crime risks across operations. The team acts as the 1st Line of Defence to ensure risks are effectively controlled and appropriately escalated. The role leads on risk assessments, control reviews, regulatory updates, and supports business changes - particularly regarding how product or process changes impact the financial crime screening landscape. With a primary focus on adverse media screening and the risk based framework, the role requires someone capable of translating complex problems into clear, actionable insights. To be successful as a Risk Manager, you should have: Risk Management: Proven experience identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks within a financial or business banking environment. Data Analysis Skills: Ability to interpret and draw insights from data to inform risk assessments, business decisions, and strategic recommendations. Customer Journey Analysis: Ability to review and map customer journeys and processes to identify pain points, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities. Controls Framework Knowledge: Solid understanding of control frameworks and their application to ensure compliance, governance, and operational effectiveness. Confirmed financial crime (FinCrime) screening experience. Considerable stakeholder management skills. You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills. This role can be based in London, Northampton, Glasgow. Purpose of the role To support the Risk Function in delivering it's objective of safeguarding the bank's financial and operational stability by proactively identifying, assessing, mitigating, and monitoring risks across various business units and activities. Accountabilities Development of strategic direction for risk, including the implementation of up-to-date methodologies and processes. Management of the risk department, including oversight of risk colleagues and their performance, implementation of risk priorities and objectives, oversight of department efficiency and effectiveness. Relationship management of risk stakeholders, including identifying relevant stakeholders, and maintenance of the quality of external third-party services. Adherence to the Risk policy, standards and frameworks, and maintaining a robust control environment. Assistant Vice President Expectations To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions. Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes. If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others. OR for an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes. Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues. Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda. Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done. Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy. Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively. Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience. Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Join us as a Risk Manager at Barclays where you will help shape the future of banking by providing risk oversight by identifying, assessing, and managing financial crime risks across operations. The team acts as the 1st Line of Defence to ensure risks are effectively controlled and appropriately escalated. The role leads on risk assessments, control reviews, regulatory updates, and supports business changes - particularly regarding how product or process changes impact the financial crime screening landscape. With a primary focus on adverse media screening and the risk based framework, the role requires someone capable of translating complex problems into clear, actionable insights. To be successful as a Risk Manager, you should have: Risk Management: Proven experience identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks within a financial or business banking environment. Data Analysis Skills: Ability to interpret and draw insights from data to inform risk assessments, business decisions, and strategic recommendations. Customer Journey Analysis: Ability to review and map customer journeys and processes to identify pain points, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities. Controls Framework Knowledge: Solid understanding of control frameworks and their application to ensure compliance, governance, and operational effectiveness. Confirmed financial crime (FinCrime) screening experience. Considerable stakeholder management skills. You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills. This role can be based in London, Northampton, Glasgow. Purpose of the role To support the Risk Function in delivering it's objective of safeguarding the bank's financial and operational stability by proactively identifying, assessing, mitigating, and monitoring risks across various business units and activities. Accountabilities Development of strategic direction for risk, including the implementation of up-to-date methodologies and processes. Management of the risk department, including oversight of risk colleagues and their performance, implementation of risk priorities and objectives, oversight of department efficiency and effectiveness. Relationship management of risk stakeholders, including identifying relevant stakeholders, and maintenance of the quality of external third-party services. Adherence to the Risk policy, standards and frameworks, and maintaining a robust control environment. Assistant Vice President Expectations To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions. Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes. If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others. OR for an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes. Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues. Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda. Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done. Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy. Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively. Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience. Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.
This role offers the opportunity to lead and deliver internal audits across major change and transformation activity, including large programmes, operating model change and strategic initiatives. It is well suited to an auditor looking to build deep exposure to enterprise-wide transformation and senior stakeholder engagement. Client Details Our client is a large, regulated financial services organisation with a well-established internal audit function that operates at Board and executive level. The audit team plays a key role in providing independent assurance and insight over strategic change, ensuring that transformation activity is well governed, risks are understood and controls remain effective as the organisation evolves. Description Lead end-to-end internal audits covering change and transformation initiatives, from planning through to reporting Deliver risk-based reviews across areas such as transformation programmes, change governance, target operating models, process redesign and strategic delivery Assess programme and project governance, risk management and control design during periods of significant change Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, providing constructive challenge and pragmatic recommendations Produce clear, concise audit reports for senior management and Audit Committee review Identify emerging risks arising from change activity and contribute to the development of the audit plan Provide advisory and consultancy support on new initiatives, programmes and business change Track and follow up audit actions, escalating concerns where delivery or remediation is at risk Support continuous improvement within the audit function, including methodology, insight and audit quality Opportunity, over time, to take on broader leadership or line management responsibilities Profile Previous experience in an Audit, Change & Transformation, Cyber Assurance, Data Analytics or Wealth Management position Strong understanding of risk, governance and control frameworks within a regulated environment Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and challenging constructively at executive level Ability to understand complex change activity and translate this into clear, actionable audit insight Experience leading audits independently and managing multiple priorities Ideally qualified CIA, ACA, ACCA, CISA or equivalent, or working towards qualification Background in financial services, consulting or large-scale corporate environments would be advantageous Job Offer Salary of £47,500 to £52,500 per annum Annual performance related bonus up to 15% Employer pension contribution of up to 10% Birmingham based role with hybrid working, 2 days a week onsite Broad exposure to enterprise-wide change and transformation activity Regular interaction with senior leadership and Audit Committee level stakeholders Strong progression opportunities into Audit Manager, change specialist or broader leadership roles Ongoing support for professional development and qualifications
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
This role offers the opportunity to lead and deliver internal audits across major change and transformation activity, including large programmes, operating model change and strategic initiatives. It is well suited to an auditor looking to build deep exposure to enterprise-wide transformation and senior stakeholder engagement. Client Details Our client is a large, regulated financial services organisation with a well-established internal audit function that operates at Board and executive level. The audit team plays a key role in providing independent assurance and insight over strategic change, ensuring that transformation activity is well governed, risks are understood and controls remain effective as the organisation evolves. Description Lead end-to-end internal audits covering change and transformation initiatives, from planning through to reporting Deliver risk-based reviews across areas such as transformation programmes, change governance, target operating models, process redesign and strategic delivery Assess programme and project governance, risk management and control design during periods of significant change Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, providing constructive challenge and pragmatic recommendations Produce clear, concise audit reports for senior management and Audit Committee review Identify emerging risks arising from change activity and contribute to the development of the audit plan Provide advisory and consultancy support on new initiatives, programmes and business change Track and follow up audit actions, escalating concerns where delivery or remediation is at risk Support continuous improvement within the audit function, including methodology, insight and audit quality Opportunity, over time, to take on broader leadership or line management responsibilities Profile Previous experience in an Audit, Change & Transformation, Cyber Assurance, Data Analytics or Wealth Management position Strong understanding of risk, governance and control frameworks within a regulated environment Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and challenging constructively at executive level Ability to understand complex change activity and translate this into clear, actionable audit insight Experience leading audits independently and managing multiple priorities Ideally qualified CIA, ACA, ACCA, CISA or equivalent, or working towards qualification Background in financial services, consulting or large-scale corporate environments would be advantageous Job Offer Salary of £47,500 to £52,500 per annum Annual performance related bonus up to 15% Employer pension contribution of up to 10% Birmingham based role with hybrid working, 2 days a week onsite Broad exposure to enterprise-wide change and transformation activity Regular interaction with senior leadership and Audit Committee level stakeholders Strong progression opportunities into Audit Manager, change specialist or broader leadership roles Ongoing support for professional development and qualifications
To be successful in this role you should have: Business Analysis Skills Experience using Agile methodologies Experience working with Foreign exchange. Some other highly valued skills may include: Problem solving Experience working with Cross currency/ FX Payments Project Management Experience You may be assessed on key skills that support success in this role, such as risk and governance methodologies, strategic thinking, and best practices for standard technology control processes, alongside role specific technical skills. This role is based out of our London office. Purpose of the role To manage the efficient delivery of large-scale technical projects and capabilities across the bank and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and expectations throughout the software product lifecycle, adhering to agreed time, budget and quality requirements. Accountabilities Management of the delivery, resource allocation and improvement of complex technical project capabilities across the bank using Agile/Scrum methodologies for planning, stand ups, demos, retrospectives and the execution of sprints. Collaboration with customers and business teams to manage and implement customer trails to support the proposal of technically feasible solutions, and effort and timeline expectations. Collaboration with software engineers, quality teams, product managers and other engineering teams to deliver high quality products and features through the software project lifecycle aligned to the banks objectives, regulation and security policies. Identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks associated with technical projects to prepare the bank for potential challenges. Management of change requests and communication with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Management of vendor relations involved in technical projects to ensure they deliver according to agreed terms. Stay abreast of the latest industry technology trends and technologies, to evaluate and adopt new approaches to improving deliver outcomes and to foster a culture of continuous learning, technical excellence and growth. Vice President Expectations To contribute or set strategy, drive requirements and make recommendations for change. Plan resources, budgets, and policies; manage and maintain policies/ processes; deliver continuous improvements and elevate breaches of policies/procedures. If managing a team, they define jobs and responsibilities, planning for the department's future needs and operations, counselling employees on performance and contributing to employee pay decisions/changes. They may also lead a number of specialists to influence the operations of a department, in alignment with strategic as well as tactical priorities, while balancing short and long term goals and ensuring that budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements. If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others. OR for an individual contributor, they will be a subject matter expert within own discipline and will guide technical direction. They will lead collaborative, multi year assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will train, guide and coach less experienced specialists and provide information affecting long term profits, organisational risks and strategic decisions. Advise key stakeholders, including functional leadership teams and senior management on functional and cross functional areas of impact and alignment. Manage and mitigate risks through assessment, in support of the control and governance agenda. Demonstrate leadership and accountability for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work your team does. Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the organisation functions to contribute to achieving the goals of the business. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategies. Create solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought comparing and selecting complex alternatives. In-depth analysis with interpretative thinking will be required to define problems and develop innovative solutions. Adopt and include the outcomes of extensive research in problem solving processes. Seek out, build and maintain trusting relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders in order to accomplish key business objectives, using influencing and negotiating skills to achieve outcomes. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
To be successful in this role you should have: Business Analysis Skills Experience using Agile methodologies Experience working with Foreign exchange. Some other highly valued skills may include: Problem solving Experience working with Cross currency/ FX Payments Project Management Experience You may be assessed on key skills that support success in this role, such as risk and governance methodologies, strategic thinking, and best practices for standard technology control processes, alongside role specific technical skills. This role is based out of our London office. Purpose of the role To manage the efficient delivery of large-scale technical projects and capabilities across the bank and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and expectations throughout the software product lifecycle, adhering to agreed time, budget and quality requirements. Accountabilities Management of the delivery, resource allocation and improvement of complex technical project capabilities across the bank using Agile/Scrum methodologies for planning, stand ups, demos, retrospectives and the execution of sprints. Collaboration with customers and business teams to manage and implement customer trails to support the proposal of technically feasible solutions, and effort and timeline expectations. Collaboration with software engineers, quality teams, product managers and other engineering teams to deliver high quality products and features through the software project lifecycle aligned to the banks objectives, regulation and security policies. Identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks associated with technical projects to prepare the bank for potential challenges. Management of change requests and communication with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Management of vendor relations involved in technical projects to ensure they deliver according to agreed terms. Stay abreast of the latest industry technology trends and technologies, to evaluate and adopt new approaches to improving deliver outcomes and to foster a culture of continuous learning, technical excellence and growth. Vice President Expectations To contribute or set strategy, drive requirements and make recommendations for change. Plan resources, budgets, and policies; manage and maintain policies/ processes; deliver continuous improvements and elevate breaches of policies/procedures. If managing a team, they define jobs and responsibilities, planning for the department's future needs and operations, counselling employees on performance and contributing to employee pay decisions/changes. They may also lead a number of specialists to influence the operations of a department, in alignment with strategic as well as tactical priorities, while balancing short and long term goals and ensuring that budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements. If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others. OR for an individual contributor, they will be a subject matter expert within own discipline and will guide technical direction. They will lead collaborative, multi year assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will train, guide and coach less experienced specialists and provide information affecting long term profits, organisational risks and strategic decisions. Advise key stakeholders, including functional leadership teams and senior management on functional and cross functional areas of impact and alignment. Manage and mitigate risks through assessment, in support of the control and governance agenda. Demonstrate leadership and accountability for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work your team does. Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the organisation functions to contribute to achieving the goals of the business. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategies. Create solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought comparing and selecting complex alternatives. In-depth analysis with interpretative thinking will be required to define problems and develop innovative solutions. Adopt and include the outcomes of extensive research in problem solving processes. Seek out, build and maintain trusting relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders in order to accomplish key business objectives, using influencing and negotiating skills to achieve outcomes. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.
Sedna develops and operates software to enable shipping professionals to make the right decisions quickly. Backed by the world's leading software investors we now have thousands of users worldwide using Sedna to power their most important work - and it's our people that make that happen. We're looking for a Senior Financial Manager to join our finance team in London or Cape Town. This is a management level role, reporting directly to the CFO and is best suited to someone who combines technical skills, drive, problem-solving, ownership, humility, curiosity and good interpersonal skills. In this role you will: Work closely with company leadership and the CFO to manage the company's global accounting, tax, financial operations and compliance functions. Lead the team that is responsible for our global financial operations and the record to report process Be part of integrating new businesses, product lines and international offices Ensure effective and compliant financial operations and close processes Be responsible for global tax processes, including indirect taxes and transfer pricing Improve our financial controls and processes Prepare and implement technical accounting matters under IFRS Manage key stakeholder relationships and remittances including government remittances, insurance and compliance partners. Manage external audits including international and group audits Be a trusted business partner and advisor to other departments Design, implement and maintain improvements to the company's financial reporting systems including software implementations Prepare and review key internal and external financial reports Be responsible for and drive key finance projects to completion What do we need from you? Big 4 background or similar experience Be hands on, able to mix driving projects through to completion, with empowering and building out a team that is highly accountable. Prior experience with multi entity financial audits in software, retail, manufacturing or similar Experience working with IFRS or US GAAP Professional qualification CA(SA), ACA ICAEW or similar Ambitious, intellectually curious and motivated to be part of building and scaling a global software company Humble, low-ego and able to build trusted working relationships cross-functionally How do we look after our employees? Competitive salary + employee options Learning and Development benefits Enhanced parental leave Pension Contribution towards internet Our Values: Finally, culture is important to us, so we also look for candidates who share our values: Stay Ahead, Stay Agile We don't just adapt-we anticipate change and act with confidence. Curiosity, data, and customer insights help us stay ahead of the curve. We embrace challenges as opportunities and remain resilient under pressure. By staying open to new ideas and ways of working, we lead the future. Execute With Focus We turn strategy into action, delivering measurable results that matter. Every initiative counts-discipline and ownership drive business impact. We make smart decisions with speed, balancing pace and precision. Clear priorities keep us focused on what moves the needle. Work Together, Win Together Collaboration is our superpower-we succeed as one team, internally and with customers. We co-create solutions, seek feedback, and build the future of the OS together. Strong relationships are built on trust, respect, and shared goals. By aligning across teams and with customers, we unlock greater impact. Sedna is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds, race, ethnicity, ability, neurodivergence, age, sexual orientation and gender to apply. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make our process more inclusive for you.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Sedna develops and operates software to enable shipping professionals to make the right decisions quickly. Backed by the world's leading software investors we now have thousands of users worldwide using Sedna to power their most important work - and it's our people that make that happen. We're looking for a Senior Financial Manager to join our finance team in London or Cape Town. This is a management level role, reporting directly to the CFO and is best suited to someone who combines technical skills, drive, problem-solving, ownership, humility, curiosity and good interpersonal skills. In this role you will: Work closely with company leadership and the CFO to manage the company's global accounting, tax, financial operations and compliance functions. Lead the team that is responsible for our global financial operations and the record to report process Be part of integrating new businesses, product lines and international offices Ensure effective and compliant financial operations and close processes Be responsible for global tax processes, including indirect taxes and transfer pricing Improve our financial controls and processes Prepare and implement technical accounting matters under IFRS Manage key stakeholder relationships and remittances including government remittances, insurance and compliance partners. Manage external audits including international and group audits Be a trusted business partner and advisor to other departments Design, implement and maintain improvements to the company's financial reporting systems including software implementations Prepare and review key internal and external financial reports Be responsible for and drive key finance projects to completion What do we need from you? Big 4 background or similar experience Be hands on, able to mix driving projects through to completion, with empowering and building out a team that is highly accountable. Prior experience with multi entity financial audits in software, retail, manufacturing or similar Experience working with IFRS or US GAAP Professional qualification CA(SA), ACA ICAEW or similar Ambitious, intellectually curious and motivated to be part of building and scaling a global software company Humble, low-ego and able to build trusted working relationships cross-functionally How do we look after our employees? Competitive salary + employee options Learning and Development benefits Enhanced parental leave Pension Contribution towards internet Our Values: Finally, culture is important to us, so we also look for candidates who share our values: Stay Ahead, Stay Agile We don't just adapt-we anticipate change and act with confidence. Curiosity, data, and customer insights help us stay ahead of the curve. We embrace challenges as opportunities and remain resilient under pressure. By staying open to new ideas and ways of working, we lead the future. Execute With Focus We turn strategy into action, delivering measurable results that matter. Every initiative counts-discipline and ownership drive business impact. We make smart decisions with speed, balancing pace and precision. Clear priorities keep us focused on what moves the needle. Work Together, Win Together Collaboration is our superpower-we succeed as one team, internally and with customers. We co-create solutions, seek feedback, and build the future of the OS together. Strong relationships are built on trust, respect, and shared goals. By aligning across teams and with customers, we unlock greater impact. Sedna is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds, race, ethnicity, ability, neurodivergence, age, sexual orientation and gender to apply. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make our process more inclusive for you.
Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Accountant for our client a government organisation in Keynsham, Somerset. The successful post holder will perform a range of advanced professional accounting activities for the organisation, and provide financial advice and guidance, to support the appropriate finance lead in delivering a comprehensive accounting (financial or management) service and advisory service to budget holders, project managers and decision makers. This might involve being a specialist in a complex area of accounting or overseeing the work of an accounting team. This role is a temporary contract initially for 3 months with the possibility to extend. This role is hybrid working with office attendance maybe once a week. Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to: Provide complex, expert accounting and financial management advice, and advise the organisation's Senior Responsible Officers, Members, governance boards and budget holders on the financial implications of prepared reports, to ensure decisions are made in the full understanding of the financial consequences. Take lead on annual revenue and/or capital budgets preparation to ensure timely and accurate financial management, ensuring that spend is aligned to the strategic direction of the service and to support a holistic approach to business planning. Monitor expenditure and income across the organisation against budget plans and targets, identifying variations, risks and issues, and resolving these in partnership with the finance lead and the service leadership. Prepare the statement of accounts and other formal reports on the financial position of the organisation, to enable the organisation to fulfil its statutory reporting requirements. This includes presenting reports to Committees and other formal governance bodies within the organisation. Provide financial impact evaluation and analysis modelling to provide up to date and accurate financial information and reports so that the organisation leadership can make the best value for money judgements and report necessary financial information. This will include providing financial modelling for partnerships, service, projects and programmes where relevant. Provide training, advice and guidance to senior officers on the application and implementation of financial standing orders, and financial management arrangements to ensure effective financial controls are put in place so the organisation adheres to all necessary Codes of Practice and relevant statues and regulations. Review legislative changes and evaluate the impact on financial policies, guidelines and protocols of the organisation, to ensure compliance with regulations to required standards. Resolve complex queries from internal or external stakeholders by providing information on processes and the related policies, to ensure the integrity of the financial systems and controls. Plan and oversee the workload of the accounting team so that a full range of financial and accountancy services are delivered effectively and within given organisational standards and timescales. Personal Requirements: Chartered professional accountancy qualification e.g., CIPFA, CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent. Full membership of an accountancy professional body. Substantial experience of budget preparation and control, financial reporting, and financial analysis. Substantial experience of providing financial advice, training and support to Members and senior officers. Advanced and thorough knowledge and understanding of public sector finance and reporting requirements. May include knowledge of a specific area of finance such as companies, taxation, VAT, treasury management and financial systems. Advanced knowledge of a Council's financial regulations and accounting procedures and practices. Advanced and thorough knowledge of financial management principals, finance systems, policies and procedures. Working Hours: 36hrs / Monday - Friday Pay: £351.83 per day Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.
Apr 15, 2026
Seasonal
Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Accountant for our client a government organisation in Keynsham, Somerset. The successful post holder will perform a range of advanced professional accounting activities for the organisation, and provide financial advice and guidance, to support the appropriate finance lead in delivering a comprehensive accounting (financial or management) service and advisory service to budget holders, project managers and decision makers. This might involve being a specialist in a complex area of accounting or overseeing the work of an accounting team. This role is a temporary contract initially for 3 months with the possibility to extend. This role is hybrid working with office attendance maybe once a week. Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to: Provide complex, expert accounting and financial management advice, and advise the organisation's Senior Responsible Officers, Members, governance boards and budget holders on the financial implications of prepared reports, to ensure decisions are made in the full understanding of the financial consequences. Take lead on annual revenue and/or capital budgets preparation to ensure timely and accurate financial management, ensuring that spend is aligned to the strategic direction of the service and to support a holistic approach to business planning. Monitor expenditure and income across the organisation against budget plans and targets, identifying variations, risks and issues, and resolving these in partnership with the finance lead and the service leadership. Prepare the statement of accounts and other formal reports on the financial position of the organisation, to enable the organisation to fulfil its statutory reporting requirements. This includes presenting reports to Committees and other formal governance bodies within the organisation. Provide financial impact evaluation and analysis modelling to provide up to date and accurate financial information and reports so that the organisation leadership can make the best value for money judgements and report necessary financial information. This will include providing financial modelling for partnerships, service, projects and programmes where relevant. Provide training, advice and guidance to senior officers on the application and implementation of financial standing orders, and financial management arrangements to ensure effective financial controls are put in place so the organisation adheres to all necessary Codes of Practice and relevant statues and regulations. Review legislative changes and evaluate the impact on financial policies, guidelines and protocols of the organisation, to ensure compliance with regulations to required standards. Resolve complex queries from internal or external stakeholders by providing information on processes and the related policies, to ensure the integrity of the financial systems and controls. Plan and oversee the workload of the accounting team so that a full range of financial and accountancy services are delivered effectively and within given organisational standards and timescales. Personal Requirements: Chartered professional accountancy qualification e.g., CIPFA, CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent. Full membership of an accountancy professional body. Substantial experience of budget preparation and control, financial reporting, and financial analysis. Substantial experience of providing financial advice, training and support to Members and senior officers. Advanced and thorough knowledge and understanding of public sector finance and reporting requirements. May include knowledge of a specific area of finance such as companies, taxation, VAT, treasury management and financial systems. Advanced knowledge of a Council's financial regulations and accounting procedures and practices. Advanced and thorough knowledge of financial management principals, finance systems, policies and procedures. Working Hours: 36hrs / Monday - Friday Pay: £351.83 per day Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.
