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As Interim Group Reporting Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering accurate, compliant and timely consolidated financial information during a demanding reporting season. The role sits within a well-established group finance function, and will work closely with senior finance leadership, divisional teams and external auditors to uphold high standards of financial integrity, transparency and compliance. Client Details This long standing, multi-site organisation, is recognised for its expertise in delivering high-quality products. As a medium-sized company, they offer structured processes and a professional environment to support their employees in achieving success. Description Half-Year Consolidation & External Reporting Preparing monthly, quarterly and half-year IFRS results and supporting schedules. Ensuring compliance with IFRS, UK regulatory reporting requirements and internal accounting policies. Coordinating inputs from global business units to ensure accurate consolidation. Supporting production of Board and Audit Committee packs. Audit & Assurance Liaising with external auditors on half-year review activities. Ensuring all financial controls and supporting documentation meet the requirements of the company's internal control framework. Managing technical accounting queries, including IFRS interpretations. Controls, Risk Management & Process Improvement Reviewing and strengthening group-level controls and reporting processes ahead of the year-end cycle. Overseeing maintenance of SOX/controls documentation (where applicable). Identifying process improvement opportunities to streamline reporting. Business Partnering & Leadership Collaborating with Group FP&A, Treasury and divisional finance teams to resolve reporting issues and support decision-making. Providing guidance to junior team members and fostering a continuous-improvement culture Profile A successful Group Reporting Manager should have: A professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA Has worked within a listed / complex multinational environment. Can manage group consolidations, audits and senior stakeholder relationships. Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and regulations. Experience in financial consolidation and reporting Proficiency in using financial systems and advanced Excel skills. Job Offer Competitive daily rate circa £400-£500 pd (umbrella) Temporary position offering a professional, hybrid and focused work environment in the East Thames Valley If you are a motivated Group Reporting Manager seeking a new opportunity in the East Thames Valley, we encourage you to apply today!

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons The firm's specialist Innovation & Technology Group, based in London, at the Baker Street office, comprises engineers, software programmers and scientists as well as specialist finance professionals such as auditors and tax accountants all of whom are experienced in claiming R&D tax relief. The Innovation and Technology team provide the following services: Claiming R&D tax relief R&D Allowances (RDAs) Grants Patent Box International R&D relief The successful candidate will get the opportunity to work as part of the wider Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions (CMA) tax team, in a diverse team of highly successful tax and industry specialists. The CMA team provides bespoke taxation services to its clients and deals with all queries from basic compliance through to high-level advisory work. It prepares tax returns and computations, carries out tax planning/consultancy work, and deals with HMRC, clients and third parties. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. When you join us, we'll make your growth our priority. If you can demonstrate the following skills, we can help you go far. The candidate we are looking for will have: A recognised university degree (MSc/MEng and/or PhD) in a field of Science or Engineering, with a minimum 6 10 years working as an R&D practitioner. Experience working with Engineering Consulting & Services, Architecture, and Construction clients as an R&D practitioner, with strong sector knowledge. You have experience in dealing with technological challenges faced by industry professionals, such as engineering design, the development or improvement of manufacturing processes, development of new products and improvement to existing products. Strong understanding of all costing and tax technical aspects of R&D claims, as well as practical experience in applying them over both SME and RDEC claims. This includes being able to identify and effectively deal with all risk elements that may arise. Excellent communication (both spoken and written), curiosity, awareness and an interest in the fields of science, technology and innovation. You have the ability to swiftly adapt to and learn about different industry sectors - such as automotive, aerospace, civil, defence, food & drink, life sciences, electronics etc. Interact readily with other technical and finance professionals, have outstanding interpersonal skills and excel in eloquence and concise summary of information. Strong attention to detail and first time accuracy is essential, as well as an interest in project and company finances, strong numerical ability and the application of tax treatment. Be highly proactive in the approach to new work opportunities, with a proven record in winning new work, whilst being a team player and having an ability to work on own initiative. Able to project a professional, credible image, trustworthy and able to maintain strict confidentiality. Able to travel to clients' premises for meetings and on site reviews as well as other offices as needed. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state of the art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You will be someone with: ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Educated up to degree level or CTS. Experience supervising and coaching junior members of staff on site. Working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect are one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Quality Engineer Role Purpose To ensure that products manufactured meet the highest quality standards required for aerospace and defence applications. The Quality Engineer plays a critical role in maintaining compliance with industry regulations and customer requirements, supporting continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and the development of quality control systems across production processes. Key Responsibilities Product and Process Compliance: Ensure products conform to AS9100, ISO 9001, customer, and internal quality standards. Support the development and implementation of inspection and test plans (ITPs). Maintain traceability and quality records in line with regulatory and internal requirements. Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions: Lead or support investigations of non-conformances (NCRs) and customer complaints. Implement effective corrective and preventive actions using structured problem-solving techniques (e.g. 8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa). Ensure timely closure of quality issues with appropriate documentation. Quality Assurance Activities: Conduct internal audits and support external and customer audits. Review and approve quality-related documentation including FAIRs (AS9102), control plans, PPAPs, and inspection reports. Support calibration and control of inspection equipment. Supplier Quality: Support supplier evaluation and approval processes. Conduct supplier audits and performance reviews as required. Review and resolve supplier non-conformances. Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities for process and product quality improvement. Participate in cross-functional improvement initiatives including lean and Six Sigma projects. Monitor quality KPIs and trends to drive data-driven improvements. Regulatory and Customer Compliance: Ensure adherence to ITAR, export control, and MoD-specific quality requirements where applicable. Liaise with customers on quality matters including audits, product issues, and documentation. Documentation and Systems: Maintain and update quality management systems (QMS) documentation. Ensure quality records are properly completed, stored, and controlled. Use ERP, MRP, and digital QMS tools to manage quality workflows. Required Skills and Competencies: Strong understanding of AS9100 and aerospace / defence quality standards. Proficient in root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies. Experienced in interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications (including GD&T). Knowledge of FAIRs, PPAP, APQP, and other quality planning tools. Familiarity with ITAR, Export Control, and MoD quality regulations (preferred). Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence cross-functional teams. Competent in MS Office and QMS/ERP software. Qualifications and Experience: HNC / HND or Degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field. Minimum of 3 5 years in a quality role within aerospace or defence manufacturing. Trained internal auditor (AS9100/ISO 9001). Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent (desirable). Knowledge of gear manufacturing processes (grinding, hobbing, heat treatment) is an advantage. Benefits: Employer pension contribution (6%) Annual bonus 25+ days holiday Training and development funding Life assurance

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone : With the ability to identify risk matters and raises with a manager and/or partner, while exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Who can identify and understand needs of the Audited Entity, suggest potential solutions on technical matters and communicate and agree the needs and potential solutions with Managers or Partner. Who can build and maintain strong relationships with new and established Audited Entities, identifying opportunities and be a point of contact throughout the year. With experience of conducting rigorous project and financial management on all projects, completing projects within agreed timescales and raising issues in a timely manner. Qualified ACA/ACCA/ICAS or overseas equivalent. Working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends. Experience supervising and coaching junior members of the team. Experience of managing projects. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Audit Quality Manager - London (hybrid) - £70-75,000Overview:Our client, a reputable mid-tier accountancy firm, with an established national and international presence, is seeking an Audit Quality Manager to join its central quality and risk team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step away from day-to-day client delivery and take on a strategic, firm-wide role focused on driving audit quality, improving compliance, and enhancing best practice.The Role:You'll support the audit function with quality initiatives, methodology improvements, file review processes, and regulatory compliance. This is a high-visibility role ideal for someone passionate about audit quality, ethics, and continuous improvement across a growing and forward-thinking firm.Key Responsibilities:- Contribute to audit quality initiatives and drive best practices across the firm.- Conduct audit cold file reviews and support root cause analysis.- Monitor developments in audit regulation and ensure firm-wide compliance.- Support the evolution of internal methodologies, policies, and procedures.- Assist with internal audit and assurance projects around audit performance.- Work with training leads to help upskill audit teams based on quality insights.- Promote audit quality through collaboration with partners, managers, and senior stakeholders.Ideal Candidate:- ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent).- Strong recent experience in audit within a UK professional services firm.- Solid understanding of ISAs, audit regulation, and root cause analysis methodology.- Practical experience conducting audit file reviews is highly desirable.- Strong communication skills and ability to build trust with senior stakeholders.- Organised, detail-oriented, and quality-driven.Why Apply?This role is ideal for experienced auditors ready to move into a central quality role without the pressure of chargeable hours, while still making a critical impact on audit delivery and professional standards.Benefits:- Agile/hybrid working model- Private medical cover & life assurance- Enhanced pension contributions and holiday options- Season ticket loan & cycle-to-work scheme- Regular salary reviews & CPD support- Strong wellbeing and development cultureThis is your opportunity to lead on quality, influence change, and grow in a non-client-facing role. Don't miss out-apply today.

Intro Cedar is currently partnered with a global consumer business to secure a Finance Manager on a 6-month fixed-term contract in Peterborough. The role offers a salary of between £65,000-£75000 pro rata and will support the finance function during a period of operational activity and reporting requirements. The Company This global consumer business operates at significant scale, supplying major retail customers across multiple markets. The Group employs thousands of people internationally and generates multi-billion-pound revenues, with the UK representing a substantial and strategically important division. The organisation is undergoing a period of transformation, including finance systems implementation and operational modernisation. The Role As Finance Manager, you will support the core finance function across reporting, forecasting, and financial control, working closely with group finance, auditors, and operational stakeholders. Responsibilities will include: Ownership of accurate monthly reporting and supporting weekly performance reporting across the UK business Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling processes Maintaining strong financial controls and ensuring compliance across finance processes Liaising with auditors, group finance, and external stakeholders where required Providing analytical insight to support operational and commercial decision-making Managing multiple deadlines within a fast-paced, complex environment Supporting improvements to finance processes and reporting quality Your Profile You will ideally have: A formal accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar senior finance role FMCG experience is essential Strong analytical capability with excellent attention to detail and accuracy Advanced Excel capability and experience working with financial systems, ideally D365 Strong experience across budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling A solid understanding of financial controls and compliance The ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively Clear and confident communication skills with the ability to work across multiple stakeholders A proactive, organised, and hands-on approach to delivery Prior interim / contract experience would be beneficial but not essential Compensation & Benefits As well as a salary of between £65,000-£75000 pro rata, the role offers exposure to a large-scale, complex international group and the opportunity to support a critical finance function during a period of transformation. The position will run for an initial 6-month fixed-term contract and will be based in Peterborough, accessible via major transport routes.

Principal Quality Engineer Role Purpose The Principal Quality Engineer is responsible for overseeing the execution and continuous improvement of quality processes to ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and internal standards, particularly AS9100, ITAR, and NADCAP. This role provides technical leadership in quality engineering, supports strategic quality initiatives, and mentors the wider quality team to uphold rigorous standards in aerospace and defence gear manufacturing. Key Responsibilities Leadership and Oversight: Lead day-to-day quality engineering activities and provide mentorship to other Quality Engineers and Inspectors. Act as deputy to the Quality Manager where appropriate and support high-level decision-making on quality matters. Represent the Quality function in internal project teams, customer quality meetings, and regulatory audits. Compliance and Systems Management: Ensure ongoing compliance with AS9100, NADCAP, ISO 9001, ITAR, and customer-specific requirements. Drive maintenance and continual improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring documentation, records, and procedures are fully aligned with certification standards. Support preparation and execution of external audits (certification, NADCAP, customer, and regulatory). Technical Quality Engineering: Lead or coordinate advanced quality planning activities including APQP, PPAP, control plans, FMEAs, and FAIRs (AS9102). Ensure robust inspection and test methods are in place for gear manufacturing processes (e.g. hobbing, grinding, heat treatment, NDT). Champion the use of risk-based thinking and structured problem-solving methodologies. NADCAP and Special Processes: Oversee compliance and audit readiness for NADCAP-accredited processes (e.g. heat treatment, NDT, coatings). Liaise with special process owners to ensure qualification and requalification activities meet NADCAP requirements. ITAR and Export Compliance: Ensure quality activities, data handling, and document control meet ITAR and UK Export Control requirements. Act as quality liaison for defence contracts requiring export licensing and controlled technical data. Root Cause and Continuous Improvement: Lead high-priority root cause investigations and corrective/preventive actions (RCA/CAPA). Drive cross-functional initiatives for process capability improvement, yield enhancement, and defect reduction. Monitor and report on key quality metrics (KPIs), using data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. Required Skills and Competencies: Expert knowledge of AS9100, NADCAP, ITAR, and ISO 9001 standards. Proven leadership in Quality engineering within aerospace or defence sectors, including training and mentoring. Experience with gear manufacturing processes and associated quality challenges. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (8D, DMAIC, 5 Whys, Fishbone). Ability to interpret complex technical drawings, specifications, and GD&T. Familiarity with quality tools: SPC, MSA, FMEA, APQP, PPAP, FAIRs. Comfortable working in regulated environments with strong attention to detail and compliance. Qualifications and Experience: Degree or HND/HNC in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Quality (or equivalent). Minimum 7 years experience in quality roles within aerospace/defence. Trained AS9100 and NADCAP internal auditor. Demonstrable experience managing NADCAP-accredited special processes. Knowledge of ITAR and UK Export Control compliance in a manufacturing context. Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification (desirable). Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working toward (desirable). Benefits: Employer pension contribution (6%) Annual bonus 25+ days holiday Training and development funding Life assurance

Robert Half is working with a highly successful, international organisation to appoint a Senior Finance Director into a pivotal leadership role within its global finance structure. Operating across multiple countries, the business has a need for an experienced finance leader with both technical depth and strong commercial instincts. This role operates at a senior level within the wider group and carries responsibility for overseeing finance teams across several international locations. You will act as a trusted partner to executive leadership, providing financial leadership, governance and insight to support strategic decision-making across the business. The Role As Finance Director, you will take ownership of financial leadership across a complex, international operating environment. You will manage senior finance leaders based in multiple countries and play a central role in driving performance, control and commercial decision-making. Key responsibilities will include: Leading and developing international finance teams, including oversight of remote and regionally based Financial Controllers Owning budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning across multiple jurisdictions Providing high-quality financial insight and commercial challenge to senior and executive stakeholders Ensuring strong financial governance, controls and compliance across international entities Overseeing tax matters and working closely with Group Tax and external advisers to ensure appropriate governance and compliance Supporting complex contracts, pricing decisions and investment cases Acting as a senior interface with Group finance functions, auditors and advisors Driving continuous improvement across systems, reporting and financial processes Playing a key role in international change, transformation and growth initiatives The Person This role will suit a senior finance leader who is comfortable operating in a global, matrix-managed environment and influencing at executive level. You are likely to bring: A strong technical accounting background combined with commercial leadership experience Proven experience operating at Finance Director, Regional FD or equivalent level Experience managing international finance teams across multiple locations and time zones Broad exposure to tax, statutory reporting and cross-border financial governance The credibility to partner with senior non-finance leaders and challenge constructively Experience working in complex, regulated or contract-led environments A pragmatic, hands-on leadership style with strong judgement and resilience Requirements Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Significant post-qualification experience in senior finance leadership roles International experience highly desirable Willingness to travel internationally as required Midlands-based, with regular on-site presence This is a rare opportunity to step into a genuinely senior finance leadership role within a global organisation, offering significant scope, influence and long-term opportunity. For a confidential discussion, please apply or contact us directly. 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:

Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be working with a circa £60 Million professional services business in Barnsley as they look to bring in a new Financial Controller into the team. The business has gone through a period of growth and positive change so it is a great time to join the business for this next exciting chapter. The role has scope to develop into an Finance Director role over the next 18-24 months so would suit someone ambitious looking to keep progressing their career to next level. The company offers a fantastic benefits package which includes: Salary up to £75,000 per annum - Discretionary bonus- Generous company pension (up to 12% employer contribution)- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays- BUPA private health cover- Death in service cover (4 X salary)- Hybrid working (3 days a week in the office)It is a varied role with duties to include: - Take full ownership of the month-end close and the production of high quality financial reporting to the Board Providing detailed trend analysis, forward-looking forecasts and company KPI reporting Maintain responsibility for cashflow forecasting, management of bank/invoice financing facility and working capital management Act as a deputy for the COO/CFO where appropriate, supporting engagement with both internal and external stakeholders Ensure effective, robust and proportionate financial and audit controls are embedded Maintain compliance with all relevant accounting standards and reporting requirements, enabling the business to operate effectively on a day-to-day basis while supporting delivery of its strategic objectives Payroll is through a third party but Pay and benefits governance duties would fall under this role Develop and maintain strong financial management information, budgeting and forecasting processes to support senior managers across the business Ensure accurate record-keeping to meet legal and tax obligations and to provide clear insight into business performance Lead the timely preparation of statutory accounts and manage the relationship with external auditors Lead, manage and develop a finance team of 4, ensuring they are appropriately trained, motivated and supported to deliver continuous improvement in financial and accounting processes Ensure the finance function is adequately resourced and structured to provide a professional, cost-effective and value-adding service that meets both current and future business needs Provide commercial oversight and financial challenge on all opportunities and approval of contract pricing Ensure that strategic initiatives are fully evaluated through business cases from both a financial and operational perspective, with clear understanding of risks, returns and wider business impact The successful candidate will have the following skills and experiences: - CIMA/ ACCA/ ACA Qualified At least 3 years operating at senior manager level Experience of expossure to board/ SLT Previous experience in leading teams Good business partnering skills Good financial reporting skills FP&A and financial modelling skills Experience of working in a fast-paced SME If you are interested in this rare and exciting opportunity - Please send in your CV today!

Senior Audit Manager, Digital, Data and Technology Specialism Salary: National: £73,142 - £79,550/ London £77,124 - £84,724 Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: This post is available on a full time, part time or job share basis, and flexible working hours can be accommodated. Location: We will consider applications from people able to access the following offices: Birmingham, Bristol, Bootle, Croydon, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Reading and Swansea About GIAA The Government Internal Audit Agency (GIAA) is driven by its unparalleled access across government to build better insights, better outcomes for our clients. This role offers a strong platform for career progression within the Agency and the wider civil service, providing opportunities to develop leadership, partner engagement and strategic relationship management skills across government. The Agency's unique access across the public sector exposes you to different risk and control environments, allowing you to gain insights, apply experience, contribute meaningfully, and continue developing professionally. About the Role The post holder will have a strategic leadership and delivery role within the Agency and will be responsible for delivering a high-quality, impactful audit programme within your span of control in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) in the UK Public Sector or other relevant professional standards. The post holder will lead and manage a portfolio of audit delivery, including delivering individual audit engagements from planning through to reporting, providing people management, engagement supervision and oversight to teams delivering individual engagements in a matrix model. The post holder will require a deep understanding of your clients' operations, key risks, and priorities whilst building strong, productive relationships at all levels and delivering challenging messages with professionalism and clarity. The post holder will provide DDaT specialism input and insight into the shaping of audit strategies and plans across a portfolio. You will identify key risks and engage stakeholders with credibility and impact, working closely with colleagues including Group Chief Internal Auditors (GCIAs). This role will play a key role in upholding quality assurance, the Agency's reputation and strengthening the function including championing the development of a risk-orientated culture. The post holder will be an experienced, confident and strategic leader, providing portfolio direction and alignment. Adept at fostering a culture of continuous improvement, upholding quality assurance, championing innovation and driving professional development and learning for our people. The post holder will drive the continuous professional development of our people including effective allocation of audit resource based on skills, capacity, and priorities, to optimise overall Agency delivery. You will work with resource managers to ensure resource is deployed effectively to optimise performance and outcomes. Role responsibilities: Ensure that the work of the DDaT audit specialism produces value-adding insights which enable GIAA's clients to identify and effectively manage their IT risks. Identify common issues arising from DDaT assurance and advisory activity and sharing these across GIAA's client base to facilitate improved risk awareness and mitigation. Develop and maintaining effective working relationships with the Central Digital and Data Office, Government Security Group, and other governmental bodies responsible for DDaT functional leadership, ensuring alignment of the DDaT specialism's work with applicable functional frameworks. Identify and develop means by which the DDaT specialism might further contribute to the implementation of GIAA's strategy by generating new lines of business and income streams. Lead the creation of knowledge sharing tools and products to enable upskilling and consistent delivery of DDaT assurance activity across GIAA, including by colleagues who do not currently sit within the DDaT specialism. Take a strategic leadership and delivery role leading and managing a portfolio of audit delivery from planning through to reporting. Acting as the engagement supervisor for all audits within your agreed allocation. You will drive the continuous professional development of our people including effective allocation of audit resource based on skills, capacity, and priorities to optimise overall Agency delivery Shape and drive the implementation of an audit strategy and plan, identifying key risks, you will engage stakeholders with credibility and impact and work closely with colleagues including Group Chief Internal Auditors (GCIAs). Have a key role in upholding quality assurance and strengthening the function, including championing the development of a risk-orientated culture. You will ensure timeliness of each review in line with budget and compliance with GIAA audit methodology and systems. Provide portfolio direction and alignment you will foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and learning, ensuring audit services remain responsive to risk priorities. Provide leadership and oversight as a People Manager and/or Engagement Manager in a matrix model for a team of auditors across multiple regions. (Specific training will be given if you are allocated a People Manager role due to the Line Management responsibilities). Provide leadership around the provision of assurance regarding the implementation of digital / technical programmes. Provide knowledge and understanding of emerging tech and related risks (both technical and people impact/adoption based). Experience of delivering Digital, Data or Technology change initiatives would be an advantage. About You: You will have significant experience in effective decision making, successfully planning, managing, and delivering a portfolio of risk-based DDaT internal audits to time, quality and budget including the ability to assess skills and resource gaps in audit service delivery. Leading and supporting change at a team and organisational level, adopting a continuous improvement approach which contributes to the wider corporate responsibilities of the organisations. Strong strategic thinking skills and an ability to interpret complex, conflicting information and make sound judgements. The ability to build and maintain strong relationships across an organisation at all levels, influencing senior stakeholders to adopt good practice internal control, risk management and governance processes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interpret complex audit judgements and deliver insight for senior and specialist audiences. Proven track record in successfully leading, managing and developing teams in a matrix management setting either as an engagement supervisor or people manager. Qualifications Candidates must hold at least one of the following (or equivalent): Chartered Member of The Institute of Internal Auditors UK & Ireland; or An equivalent professional qualification in Accountancy - current full member of one of five CCAB bodies (ICAEW, ACCA, CIPFA, ICAS, Chartered Accountants Ireland), or CIMA; OR A recognised IT qualification: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certified Information Security Manager Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT Member of the Chartered Institute for Information Technology We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, and we welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly, for example, part-time, term time or job share. Hybrid Working is available to GIAA colleagues. This means a combination of office working and working from home. This includes time spent in our GIAA office locations and can also include any time spent attending our customers' sites. GIAA has an expectation for all colleagues to attend their local workplace regularly and to attend client sites for key meetings and when undertaking fieldwork. Benefits of working for us: Competitive salaries and in year rewards Flexible working Competitive contributory pension scheme with employer contributions starting from 28.97%. Discounts on big brands and supermarkets, online shops and on the high street. Paid volunteering days Season ticket loans/Cycle to work scheme Free eyesight test Family friendly HR policies 25 days annual leave, increasing one day each year to 30 days after 5 years' service For more information about the GIAA, role, salary, benefits, who to contact and how to apply please follow the Apply link. 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Finance Manager Location : Pathway Project Offices, The Hope Centre, Lichfield WS13 7LB Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Hours: 37.5 Salary: £32K to £35K Contract: Permanent This post is open to women only under the Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1. We value diversity and are committed to ensuring that our organisation is an inclusive place to work. We encourage applications from women from all backgrounds and communities and actively welcome applicants from Black, Asian, or other ethnic minority backgrounds and women with a disability About Pathway Project We are a domestic and sexual abuse service that supports clients in Lichfield, Tamworth, Cannock, Burntwood and the surrounding villages of South Staffordshire. We offer a range of support services to victims of domestic abuse including two refuges in confidential locations. We have been operating for over 30 years helping adults and children overcome domestic abuse, and to build a future where they live in safety and are free from fear. Since our founder, Kathy Coe MBE, created Pathway Project, we have helped over 25,000 people, with 5,814 hours of support provided in the last year. We offer a wide range of services, including adult and children outreach and community support, mental health, wellbeing and financial advice. We support the relatives of those who have experienced domestic and sexual violence and offer specialist counselling, advocacy and support to all who need us. Pathway Project believes in working as a cohesive team and are service user led. Our helpline is access to all and is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Why choose to work for us? Pathway Project is an inspiring place to be, we are a charity with big ambitions and huge energy. We are currently evolving a bold new strategy and a passion for excellence in service delivery. Supported by a driven and energetic board of trustees the new Chief Executive is leading Pathway Project through their ambitious plans. It's a really fantastic time to join our amazing charity as we move into the next phase of our exciting journey. We are a flexible and supportive employer, committed to the personal and professional development and wellbeing of our employees. We welcome applications from women with lived experience of domestic abuse and from minority or under-represented groups. We offer the following benefits: 25 days paid leave plus statutory holidays (pro rata) A competitive pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme delivered by Health Assured which offers incredible support to staff and their families We value our colleagues and are constantly reviewing our policies and practice, looking for ways in which we can better demonstrate this. We also recognise the potential impact of working in this field and provide clinical supervision to all of our employees, whatever their role. Purpose of the Role The Finance Manager is responsible for the effective day-to-day financial management of the charity, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements including the Charity Commission and Charity SORP (FRS 102). Working closely with the CEO, SMT and Trustees, the postholder will provide clear, timely financial information to support sound operational and strategic decision-making and help ensure the long-term sustainability of the organisation. Key Responsibilities 1. Financial Management and Reporting •Manage the day-to-day finance function including processing invoices and bank transactions and monitoring cash balances to ensure sufficient liquidity. • Oversee monthly cash banking of donations and rental income. • Prepare timely and accurate monthly management accounts including variance analysis. Journals to include prepayments, accruals, bank, credit card and cash reconciliations, depreciation and maintenance of the fixed asset register. • Update and maintain the cashflow forecast and provide commentary on key movements. • Monitor financial performance against approved budgets and report findings to the CEO and Trustees. • Prepare the Trial Balance and supporting schedules for year-end accounts and act as the main point of contact with external auditors. • Maintain and develop effective financial systems, processes and controls in line with Charity Commission guidance and good practice. 2. Budgeting and Forecasting • Support the annual budgeting process, working closely with the CEO and Treasurer to develop realistic budgets aligned to strategic priorities. • Produce periodic reforecasts and assist with multi-year financial planning as required. • Provide financial input to support new initiatives, funding applications and business planning. 3. Income and Expenditure Oversight • Oversee all income streams including grants, contracts, donations, trading income and fundraising activity. • Ensure accurate fund accounting and correct allocation of restricted and unrestricted funds. • Support fundraising and business development activity by providing financial information for funding bids and reports. • Monitor expenditure and support value for money through effective supplier and cost management. 4. Payroll and Pensions • Prepare and review information for the outsourced monthly payroll. • Manage monthly pension uploads and ensure compliance with auto-enrolment requirements. • Ensure compliance with PAYE, National Insurance and pension regulations. • Maintain accurate staff cost reporting and support SMT with salary reviews and cost projections. 5. Compliance and Governance • Support compliance with financial, legal and regulatory requirements including HMRC, Charity Commission and Companies House. • Prepare financial papers and summary reports for the Board of Trustees and relevant committees including Audit and Risk. • Assist with the maintenance and review of financial policies and procedures, incorporating audit recommendations. • Contribute to risk management processes including financial risks and reserves monitoring. 6. Systems and Process Improvement • Manage and develop the QuickBooks accounting system. • Identify opportunities to streamline finance processes and improve efficiency and accuracy. • Ensure appropriate data protection and cyber security controls within finance operations. 7. Teamwork and Collaboration • Provide guidance and support to the Financial Abuse Specialist to ensure accurate recording of financial information. • Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to improve financial understanding and accountability. • Contribute positively to the wider management team and organisational culture. Person Specification Essential • Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent experience). • Experience working in a charity or not-for-profit finance role, including fund accounting. • Good working knowledge of Charity SORP (FRS 102) and charity regulatory requirements. • Strong financial analysis and reporting skills with good Excel capability. • Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues. • High attention to detail and accuracy. • Strong organisational and time management skills. • Experience using QuickBooks or similar accounting systems. • Commitment to the charity's mission and values. Desirable • Experience supporting audits and liaising with external auditors. • Experience of restricted funds, grant reporting and donor compliance. • Experience mentoring or supporting colleagues. • Experience of Gift Aid. • Familiarity with payment platforms such as PayPal, Zettle or Enthuse. Performance Indicators • Timely and accurate management accounts and forecasts. • Strong compliance with financial regulations and audit requirements. • Positive feedback from auditors, trustees and senior management. • Effective cashflow and reserves monitoring. • Improved financial understanding across the organisation. This role description cannot cover every eventuality or task that may arise within this position and the post holder will be expected to carry out other duties from time to time which are broadly consistent with the role. Other information: Pathway Project is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes diversity across our services. All employees are required to adhere to our Equality & Diversity policies and to challenge discrimination wherever it is appropriate. Safeguarding Statement Pathway Project is committed to safeguarding the vulnerable adults and children who we work with. We have a range of policies and procedures in place to support us to promote a Safeguarding culture and safe working practices. Pathway Project will employ a safer recruitment process which will include disclosure and baring service checks where applicable and references for all posts. We strive to be as inclusive as possible and look to recruit individuals with the right skills, experience and attitude, however . click apply for full job details

About GIAA The Government Internal Audit Agency (GIAA) is driven by its unparalleled access across government to build better insights, better outcomes for our clients. This role offers a strong platform for career progression within the Agency and the wider civil service, providing opportunities to develop leadership, partner engagement and strategic relationship management skills across government. The Agency's unique access across the public sector exposes you to different risk and control environments, allowing you to gain insights, apply experience, contribute meaningfully, and continue developing professionally. About the Role As a Senior Audit Manager requires a strategic leadership and delivery role within the Agency and will be responsible for delivering a high-quality, impactful audit programme. You will be an experienced, confident and strategic leader providing portfolio direction and alignment, adept at fostering a culture of continuous improvement, upholding quality assurance, championing innovation and driving professional development and learning for our people. The successful candidate will: Take a strategic leadership and delivery role leading and managing the development of the Agency's and wider function's approach to the internal audit of the new government shared service clusters. Shape and drive the implementation of a shared services audit strategy and plan, identifying key risks, you will engage stakeholders with credibility and impact and work closely with colleagues including Group Chief Internal Auditors (GCIAs). Have a key role in upholding quality assurance and strengthening the function, including championing the development of a risk-orientated culture. You will ensure timeliness of each review in line with budget and compliance with GIAA audit methodology and systems. Close liaison with a range of senior internal and external stakeholders. About You All candidates will need to demonstrate full current membership of recognised professional accountancy/audit body. You will have significant experience in effective decision making, successfully planning, managing, and delivering a portfolio of risk-based internal audits to time, quality and budget including the ability to assess skills and resource gaps in audit service delivery. Leading and supporting change at a team and organisational level, adopting a continuous improvement approach which contributes to the wider corporate responsibilities of the organisations. Strong strategic thinking skills and an ability to interpret complex, conflicting information and make sound judgements. The ability to build and maintain strong relationships across an organisation at all levels, influencing senior stakeholders to adopt good practice internal control, risk management and governance processes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interpret complex audit judgements and deliver insight for senior and specialist audiences. Proven track record in successfully leading, managing and developing teams in a matrix management setting either as an engagement supervisor or people manager. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, and we welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly, for example, part-time, term time or job share. Hybrid Working is available to GIAA colleagues. This means a combination of office working and working from home. This includes time spent in our GIAA office locations and can also include any time spent attending our customers' sites. GIAA has an expectation for all colleagues to attend their local workplace regularly and to attend client sites for key meetings and when undertaking fieldwork. Benefits of working for us: Competitive salaries and in year rewards Flexible working Competitive contributory pension scheme with employer contributions starting from 28.97%. Discounts on big brands and supermarkets, online shops and on the high street. Paid volunteering days Season ticket loans/Cycle to work scheme Free eyesight test Family friendly HR policies 25 days annual leave, increasing one day each year to 30 days after 5 years' service For more information about the GIAA, role, salary, benefits, who to contact and how to apply please follow the Apply link. If you need any reasonable adjustments to take part in the selection process, please tell us about this in your online application form, or speak to the recruitment team at

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone : With the ability to identify risk matters and raises with a manager and/or partner, while exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Who can identify and understand needs of the Audited Entity, suggest potential solutions on technical matters and communicate and agree the needs and potential solutions with Managers or Partner. Who can build and maintain strong relationships with new and established Audited Entities, identifying opportunities and be a point of contact throughout the year. With experience of conducting rigorous project and financial management on all projects, completing projects within agreed timescales and raising issues in a timely manner. Qualified ACA/ACCA/ICAS or overseas equivalent. Working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends. Experience supervising and coaching junior members of the team. Experience of managing projects. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We'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.

CIPFA Financial Controller Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 Permanent, Full-time (32 hours across 4 days - compressed hours) Hybrid working - typically 2 days a week in the office Office based in Moorgate, London About CIPFA The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) is the world's only professional accountancy body dedicated to public finance. For over a century, we have supported governments, public services and organisations across the UK and internationally to ensure public money is managed effectively and transparently. Our work sits at the heart of public trust. From setting professional standards and providing training to delivering advisory services and research, CIPFA plays a critical role in strengthening financial management across the public sector. Our members work in central and local government, health, housing, and international development, helping ensure that public resources deliver the greatest possible impact. As CIPFA continues to develop its global reach and commercial activities, we are seeking a Financial Controller to help ensure the organisation maintains the highest standards of financial stewardship, governance and reporting. About the Role We're seeking a senior member of the CIPFA Finance management team. Alongside the core deliverables, you'll work with the CFO and Head of Finance to shape our financial strategy and transform operations. The Financial Controller will lead CIPFA's technical accounting, treasury, tax and financial reporting activities across the organisation and its trading subsidiary. This is a broad and hands-on role with responsibility for statutory reporting, year-end and audit management, treasury oversight and the charity's tax environment. You will ensure CIPFA maintains robust financial controls and compliance with charity accounting standards while shaping wider finance initiatives and organisational projects. Working closely with colleagues across the finance team and the wider organisation, you will also provide expertise on complex accounting matters including revenue recognition, grants and fund accounting, and foreign currency activity. CIPFA has successfully implemented a suite of Microsoft systems providing a platform for further operational transformation. The role offers the opportunity to substantially improve reporting and processes to deliver strategic change and enhanced financial governance. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of statutory accounts for the charity, subsidiary and consolidated group. Manage the year-end close process and act as the key point of contact for external auditors. Oversee CIPFA's tax and VAT environment, including compliance, quarterly returns and partial exemption calculations. Manage treasury activities including cash management, investments and foreign currency exposure. Maintain strong financial controls and support improvements to the organisation's control environment. Oversee complex accounting areas including property accounting, grants and revenue recognition. Ensure compliance with SORP FRS102 and other relevant accounting standards. Support the budgeting process and quarterly reforecasts in collaboration with the Finance Business Partner. Work with colleagues to improve financial systems, reporting capability and the chart of accounts structure. Manage internal audits and contribute to wider governance, risk and compliance initiatives. Provide financial training, guidance and documentation across areas of responsibility. What We're Looking For A fully qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Strong experience preparing charity and group statutory accounts. Experience managing charity tax and VAT matters, including partial exemption and international sales. Excellent knowledge of accounting standards, particularly SORP FRS102. Experience managing year-end processes and working with external auditors. Strong Excel and analytical skills, with experience improving systems and financial processes. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with both finance and non-finance colleagues. A proactive and improvement-focused approach to finance operations. Why Join CIPFA? CIPFA offers the opportunity to work in an organisation with a unique and meaningful mission: supporting better financial management across public services worldwide. We pride ourselves on being collaborative, people-focused and forward-looking. Our hybrid working model and compressed four-day week provide flexibility while enabling our teams to deliver impactful work in a supportive environment. You will join a finance team that plays a central role in ensuring CIPFA continues to deliver high-quality services to members, governments and public organisations around the world. How to Apply CIPFA are partnering with Allen Lane on this appointment. To find out more about the role or to discuss your suitability, please contact Iain Slinn at Allen Lane to arrange an informal conversation. Closing deadline: Monday 23rd March 1st stage interview: w/c 30th March 2nd stage interview: w/c 6th April

Adele Carr Recruitment is working with a progressive and growing accountancy and advisory firm who are looking for a Fully Qualified Assistant Audit Manager to join their Cambridge office. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious auditor with strong client-facing skills, proven audit management experience, and the drive to progress their career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Key Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of audit clients, overseeing engagements from planning through to completion. Act as the main point of contact for clients, building strong long-term relationships. Review audit files, accounts, and reports prepared by seniors and juniors, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with ISA and UK GAAP. Lead on-site audit teams, delegating effectively and ensuring quality and efficiency. Assist with staff development by coaching, mentoring, and delivering feedback to trainees and Audit Seniors. Work closely with Managers and Partners to identify and develop new business opportunities. Contribute to the growth of the audit practice through exceptional client service and business development input. Ideal Candidate ACA / ACCA (or equivalent) - fully qualified. Strong recent audit experience within practice, with a history of managing audits for a diverse client base. Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and ISAs. Excellent leadership, delegation, and team management skills. Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with clients, colleagues, and senior stakeholders. Commercially aware with an ability to identify opportunities to add value to clients. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word); experience with CCH desirable. Benefits Competitive salary package. 33 days' holiday including bank holidays, with buy/sell scheme available. Private medical insurance, life assurance (4x salary), and income protection. Pension scheme with matching contributions. Flexible working, hybrid model, and dress-for-your-day policy. Ongoing professional development, coaching, and clear career progression. Wellbeing benefits including EAP, flu jabs, health checks, and eye care support. 2.5 volunteering days per year, cycle-to-work scheme, season ticket loans, and referral bonuses. Apply Now If you're a Fully Qualified Audit professional ready to step into an Assistant Audit Manager role with a leading practice in Cambridge , apply today or get in touch to find out more.

The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) has an unswerving commitment to high quality, evidence-informed teacher education, and is on a mission to improve the quality of teacher and leader development across the system. Reporting to the Finance Director the Financial Controller is responsible for the day-to-day accounting activities for c£22m turnover business Accounting Management of the small accounting team including AP ledgers including 1 Clerk Build and review financial framework for internal controls. Setting up and regular review of financial control processes, policies and procedures (SOPs) Payroll Analysis and Reporting. Treasury Management. Management and development of all finance systems and processes. Management Reporting Lead the monthly production of Management Accounts, reporting on P&L, cashflow and balance sheet working closely with the FBP and Director of Finance. Monthly balance sheet recs and monthly bank reconciliations. Production and monitoring of financial KPI's and Financial dashboard. Cash-flow forecast, monitoring and reporting. Reporting and management of restricted funds. Partner with budget holders to improve transparency and accuracy of financial reporting and forecasting in their area. Audit and Compliance Support the Director of Finance and auditors in preparing year-end accounts (Statutory reporting) & Audit and regulatory requirements. Support with the preparation and submission of all finance returns to regulators including HMRC, Companies House, Charities Commission and Office for Students. You will be; ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified. Experience of month end close and financial control. Ability to explain complex information to non-finance colleagues. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Advanced Excel and ability to pick up and develop new finance systems quickly. Experience of producing accurate finance data while working in a pressurised environment and to tight deadlines. A flexible, pro-active approach and be comfortable working within a small team. An interest in the education and not for profit sector Benefits; Generous benefits package including flexible hybrid working (on average 4 days at home 1 day at a NIoT site), excellent pension scheme, 27 days rising to 33 days holiday plus bank holidays plus 3 day Christmas shut down.