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Employer King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Unit 7, King's Business Park Town London Salary £85,431 - £97,148 per annum inc HCA's Salary period Yearly Closing 05/03/:59 King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1.8 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in the London Borough of Bromley. We encourage all our staff to have a healthy work/life balance. In doing so, you can apply for flexible working from the beginning of your employment. We offer a range of options which are designed to suit different circumstances and priorities in line with service requirements. The post holder will lead in the responsibility for providing management, professional, technical/specialist services and to provide advice relating to plant and equipment utilised for control of space and environmental conditions as well as specialist plant and equipment used by the wide range of clinical services provided by Kings College Hospital at Denmark hill and partner organisations across the community estate. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive sufficient applications Main duties of the job Duties will include leading the Trust's Estates operational services, assurance, and governance processes to ensure that a safe environment is provided and high-quality value for money services are delivered through the establishment of appropriate policies and procedures in support of the Trust's service objectives, and legislative requirements. The focus of the role will include Planned and Reactive Maintenance and Repairs, Sustainability (including energy management) M&E Technical Support, along with Estates related Health and Safety compliance and risk management to ensure that the services provided meet the needs of the relevant stakeholders and service users, where appropriate as defined in the Trust Service Level Agreements and that performance and progress updates are reported in a consistent format for all areas, providing the necessary assurance for the Trust Executives and Board. In addition, the post holder will be expected to build and develop partnerships with clinical and non- clinical colleagues and external agencies to ensure that the Estates services, initiatives, and implications are considered as part of responding to, and shaping, the Trust's Clinical Service Strategy Working for our organisation The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. Detailed job description and main responsibilities 1. To provide a safe means of maintaining the building fabric and engineering services throughout the Trust remote sites; ensuring that safe systems of work are in place e.g. Policies and Procedures and Permit to Work Systems. 2. Responsible for auditing the Hard FM contractors and sub-contractors against Health and Safety standards, including the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), Workplace and Working Time Regulations, and ensure that detailed risk assessments comply with Trust and Departmental Health and Safety procedures. 3. Ensure that the Hard FM Contractors and Sub-Contractors meet their statutory and mandatory obligations on behalf of the Trust in respect to plant and equipment, i.e. Pressure Systems Regulations; air receivers and distribution pipe work, sterilisers, vacuum plants, lifts etc. 4. Responsible for ensuring energy and utilities are used efficiently, and attend (and chair when directed). This meeting follows the monthly generator Soft and Black starts for the generator. 5. Attend the PRUH and Orpington Hard FM meetings (and chair when directed). 6. Chair the Kings Water Management Group and act as Responsible Person for Water Hygiene in accordance with HTM04 and L8. 7. Responsible for the Trust's Estate Grounds and Garden s ensuring that appropriate contracts are in place and all aspects are maintained in accordance with sub-contractor schedules. 8. Responsible for the piped medical gas installations, ensuring that the "permit to works" procedures are followed and sufficient "Authorised" Persons are properly trained (contractors and sub-contractors; this includes Soft FM contractors on manifolds and changing cylinders). 9. Ensure that operate effective and efficient planned preventative maintenance systems are in place and that KPI's are in place (monthly KPI reports are set up and audited) covering all aspects of engineering plant, services, grounds, and gardens. 10. Assist in the preparation and implement contingency plans for the major loss of a service and with service users, as far as reasonably practicable, ensure that the Trust is able to maintain its contracted activity in the event of a loss of service (electrical power, gas, water). 11. Determine KPI response times for reactive maintenance against which performance can be measured and value for money demonstrated. 12. As a senior leader you may be asked to participate in On-Call arrangements supporting the operational work of the Trust. 13. Implement guidance given in Health Technical Memorandum (HTM's), approved Codes of Practice etc. for the operation and maintenance of high voltage installations, "stand by" generators, electrical portable equipment and fixed wiring installations, safe hot water and surface temperatures, water systems, refrigeration plant, lifts, air conditioning systems etc. 14. In conjunction with the Site Director Estates and Facilities and the Associate Director of Estates, undertake condition appraisals to identify maintenance programme and backlog maintenance items. Where appropriate ensure the Life Cycle allowances are negotiated and utilised where possible prior to Trust funding. 15. Where appropriate ensure that "building management" system are utilised to their best advantage and ensure the efficient use of energy and maintain controlled environments for patients, visitors and staff. 16. Audit the main and sub-contractors against core competency levels for each site, and where appropriate ensure that they are appropriately registered e.g. Gas safe. 17. The post holder will be responsible for providing professional, technical and specialist AP services for the effective management of the various healthcare engineering systems across the complete estate by way of ensuring that appropriate policies and procedures are in place, are commensurate with plant requirements to ensure safety and legal compliance across the community estate. 18. To ensure that all engineering governance arrangements are established and maintained to ensure the correct operation, maintenance of plant and equipment by all teams (this must include clinical teams as well as the operational engineering functions). 19. To identify to senior management and colleagues all areas of non-conformity and poor practice and pro-actively work with other colleagues to ensure that corrective remedial actions are established and delivered. 20. The post holder will be required to support senior colleagues and provide technical advice guidance and support for the numerous specialist systems to allow key decisions to be made to ensure that the best course of action is identified and implemented should an emergency situation occur. In addition, due to the specialist nature of some of these systems the post holder may be required by the head of operations to temporarily take over management responsibility for the operational team responding to that event. Person specification Education & Qualifications Professional engineering or building knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent, plus specialist knowledge acquired through postgraduate courses to master's equivalent level. Chartered member of a relevant professional body, such as CIOB, CIBSE, IET, IMechE or RICS, together with post qualification evidence of Continuing Professional Development. HTM00 series safe systems of work training - LV, HV, medical gases, Water Hygiene (and L8), Specialist Ventilation, Decontamination. Lifts, Pressure Systems. Internal auditor to ISO 13485 Postgraduate Degree or equivalent level of knowledge through academic courses to postgraduate level Technical courses (i.e., Water, Gas, Asbestos, Electrical . click apply for full job details

Senior Management Accountant Reference: FEB Location: Flexible in England + Travel + HQ Attendance in Sandy SG19 Duration: 6 month fixed term contract Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £47,313.00 - £50,309.00 per annum, pro rata Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave Join our client's busy Finance Directorate and play a key role in one of the UK's leading conservation charities. This organisation is expanding their Financial Planning and Reporting Team to support a major Finance Systems Replacement project, and they are looking for a skilled finance professional to provide high-quality technical management accounting support on a fixed-term basis. In this role, you will translate complex financial data into clear insights, prepare management information, support month-end processes, and work closely with colleagues across the organisation. You'll create and discuss system-generated reports with non-finance teams, carry out analysis and forecasting, provide information for audit, support budget holders, and represent finance in stakeholder meetings. With income over £170m and more than 1.15 million members, this charity offers the chance to contribute to impactful conservation work while developing your expertise within a large, diverse organisation. Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Demonstrates the ability to produce clear, well-designed analyses that enhance core reporting by highlighting issues and trends requiring attention. Shows strong critical thinking, using probing questions to test, clarify and validate assumptions or face-value inferences. Communicates financial data clearly in both written and verbal formats to varied stakeholder groups, with the aim of informing and influencing decision-making. Has highly effective communication and interpersonal skills, with experience working with and influencing senior management. Is a fully qualified accountant or qualified by experience. Works confidently to rigid reporting schedules and deadlines from day one. Possesses good working knowledge of accounting rules, regulations and standards relevant to the charity sector (including FRS 102 and the Statement of Recommended Practice). Shows the capability to analyse, interpret and present financial data clearly and accurately. Communicates financial information effectively to both finance and non-finance audiences. Has experience within a medium-sized organisation (income £50m+) in preparing management reports for internal stakeholders. Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Has experience managing large amounts of data in formats that are coherent, legible and easy to interpret. Possesses advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Has experience working with accounting software in medium- to large-sized organisations (familiarity with Open Accounts is a bonus). Has experience communicating with internal stakeholders (including directors) as well as external auditors. Additional Information The role can be hybrid within the UK however you may be periodically required to attend the HQ finance office in Sandy, Bedfordshire. This role may require some infrequent overnight stays away from home, depending on distance from HQ. This is a 6 month Fixed Term Full Time role for 37.5 hours per week. Closing date: 23:59, Sunday 8th March 2026 They employer is looking to conduct interviews for this position from the week commencing Monday the 16th of March, 2026. Please note that the employer is actively recruiting for this role and the right to close this vacancy should sufficient applications be received is reserved. Interested? Please click the job board apply button to be taken to the next stage where you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions (you may need to scroll down). The employer is committed to developing an inclusive and diverse workplace, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve their vision of creating a world richer in nature, they need more people, and more diverse people, on nature's side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, they are particularly interested in receiving your application. The charity is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. No agencies please.

Senior Management Accountant Reference: FEB Location: Flexible in England + Travel + HQ Attendance in Sandy SG19 Duration: 6 month fixed term contract Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £47,313.00 - £50,309.00 per annum, pro rata Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave Join our busy Finance Directorate and play a key role in one of the UK s leading conservation charities. We are expanding our Financial Planning and Reporting Team to support a major Finance Systems Replacement project, and we re looking for a skilled finance professional to provide high-quality technical management accounting support on a fixed-term basis. In this role, you will translate complex financial data into clear insights, prepare management information, support month-end processes, and work closely with colleagues across the organisation. You ll create and discuss system-generated reports with non-finance teams, carry out analysis and forecasting, provide information for audit, support budget holders, and represent finance in stakeholder meetings. With income over £170m and more than 1.15 million members, the RSPB offers the chance to contribute to impactful conservation work while developing your expertise within a large, diverse organisation. Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Demonstrates the ability to produce clear, well-designed analyses that enhance core reporting by highlighting issues and trends requiring attention. Shows strong critical thinking, using probing questions to test, clarify and validate assumptions or face-value inferences. Communicates financial data clearly in both written and verbal formats to varied stakeholder groups, with the aim of informing and influencing decision-making. Has highly effective communication and interpersonal skills, with experience working with and influencing senior management. Is a fully qualified accountant or qualified by experience. Works confidently to rigid reporting schedules and deadlines from day one. Possesses good working knowledge of accounting rules, regulations and standards relevant to the charity sector (including FRS 102 and the Statement of Recommended Practice). Shows the capability to analyse, interpret and present financial data clearly and accurately. Communicates financial information effectively to both finance and non-finance audiences. Has experience within a medium-sized organisation (income £50m+) in preparing management reports for internal stakeholders. Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Has experience managing large amounts of data in formats that are coherent, legible and easy to interpret. Possesses advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Has experience working with accounting software in medium- to large-sized organisations (familiarity with Open Accounts is a bonus). Has experience communicating with internal stakeholders (including directors) as well as external auditors. Additional Information The role can be hybrid within the UK however you may be periodically required to attend our HQ finance office at RSPB HQ in Sandy, Bedfordshire. This role may require some infrequent overnight stays away from home, depending on distance from HQ. This is a 6 month Fixed Term Full Time role for 37.5 hours per week. Closing date: 23:59, Sunday 8th March 2026 We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from the week commencing Monday the 16th of March, 2026. Please note that we will be actively recruiting for this role and reserve the right to close this vacancy should sufficient applications be received. Interested? If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website. We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As part of this application, you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete an application form where you will have the opportunity to tell us how you meet the criteria set above. If you wish to provide a cover letter with your application, please include this at the end of your CV document upload. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application. No agencies please.

QA / Food Quality Assurance Technician - Wareham (Dorset) Salary £28-30K Monday to Friday My client an award-winning artisan chocolate company, is looking to fill a newly created role Food Quality Assurance Technician / QA to join their Dorset-based team. Reporting into the Technical manager you will help ensure their products, chocolates, brownies and gelato meet high food safety and quality standards, supporting audits, HACCP, inspections, testing, traceability and continuous improvement across production. Key requirements: Minimum 2 years' experience in food quality / QA Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards Good communication, problem-solving and record-keeping skills Auditing skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Details: Full-time Monday-Friday with weekend availability Salary: £28,000-£30,000 This role is commutable from Wareham, Poole, Bournemouth, Corfe and will suit a candidate that may have previously worked as a QA, Quality Auditor, Quality Assurance, Food safety, Technical Assistant

IT AuditorBelfast (Hybrid: 2 days office / 3 days home)The OpportunityWe are seeking an IT Auditor to join a Corporate Audit Services function based in Belfast. This is a hybrid role offering a blend of SOX compliance work, technology risk assessment, and operational audit activity within a fast-paced and evolving organisation.You'll join a collaborative audit team and play a key role in strengthening internal IT audit capability, working closely with external partners while delivering meaningful assurance and insight across the business.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining hands-on audit delivery with a broader view of systems, data, and business impact.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver IT audit activity with a focus on SOX IT controls (approximately 35-40% of the role)Perform technology risk assessments and operational IT audits across core business systemsEvaluate end-to-end processes, system integrations, and data flowsApply data analytics to support audit testing and risk identificationPartner with stakeholders across IT, Finance, and the wider businessSupport large-scale system change and transformation initiativesContribute to the ongoing development of internal audit practices and capabilityWhat We're Looking ForExperience in IT Audit, technology risk, or IT controls assuranceStrong knowledge of SOX IT controls and control frameworksAbility to understand complex system landscapes and their business impactConfidence engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholdersA proactive, analytical mindset with strong attention to detailSomeone motivated by learning, growth, and broader business exposureWhy This Role?Hybrid working model: 2 days in the office, 3 days from homeExposure to enterprise-wide systems and transformation projectsOpportunity to grow beyond traditional audit workA role with real visibility and influence across the organisationSupportive, collaborative team environmentStrong focus on professional development and upskilling To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Senior Recruitment Consultant Stuart Kennedy at MCS Group on or . Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs.

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 ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Significant experience of delivering audit and other assurance services to major companies, including listed (full list and AIM) companies and companies with international interests. Excellent working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Managing and developing staff (not only audit teams), i.e. Coordinating staff projects, mentoring, counselling, appraising, recruiting etc. Business development experience- able to identify and convert opportunities to sell work. Proven experience in managing a wide portfolio of concurrent projects and project teams in a project management framework. 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. Your Responsibility Act as audit lead on fully listed and AIM listed audited entities. The expectation is that on large assignments this role will be supported by one (or more) Managers. Overall responsibility for each assignment will be retained by the Partner. Responsible for leading and directing all aspects of audit services delivered. People management responsibilities covering resource planning and allocation, performance management, training and recommendations for promotion. Act as a mentor to team members and provide coaching with a view to assisting them to achieve their personal career goals. Act as a role model for Manager level. Responsible for maximising profitability from a portfolio of audited entities. Liaison with central departments on risk management, technical and other matters. Take part in wider practice management at local level. Support Partners in group sales and marketing activity, including playing a leading role in audited entities pitch teams, attendance at group networking, and other marketing events as appropriate. Contribute to development of new business relationships and business proposals through high level sales and marketing activity. This will include winning work by targeting new audited entities. Support Partners with the implementation and communication of any new business strategy for existing audited entities, target audited entities and the internal business. Participate in Key Account Management. Develop specialist knowledge of a sector and/or technical area, and/or commercial area. Engage with audited entities more directly on technical and audit judgement decisions. 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.

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 ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Significant experience of delivering audit and other assurance services to major companies, including listed (full list and AIM) companies and companies with international interests. Excellent working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Managing and developing staff (not only audit teams), i.e. Coordinating staff projects, mentoring, counselling, appraising, recruiting etc. Business development experience- able to identify and convert opportunities to sell work. Proven experience in managing a wide portfolio of concurrent projects and project teams in a project management framework. 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. Your Responsibility Act as audit lead on fully listed and AIM listed audited entities. The expectation is that on large assignments this role will be supported by one (or more) Managers. Overall responsibility for each assignment will be retained by the Partner. Responsible for leading and directing all aspects of audit services delivered. People management responsibilities covering resource planning and allocation, performance management, training and recommendations for promotion. Act as a mentor to team members and provide coaching with a view to assisting them to achieve their personal career goals. Act as a role model for Manager level. Responsible for maximising profitability from a portfolio of audited entities. Liaison with central departments on risk management, technical and other matters. Take part in wider practice management at local level. Support Partners in group sales and marketing activity, including playing a leading role in audited entities pitch teams, attendance at group networking, and other marketing events as appropriate. Contribute to development of new business relationships and business proposals through high level sales and marketing activity. This will include winning work by targeting new audited entities. Support Partners with the implementation and communication of any new business strategy for existing audited entities, target audited entities and the internal business. Participate in Key Account Management. Develop specialist knowledge of a sector and/or technical area, and/or commercial area. Engage with audited entities more directly on technical and audit judgement decisions. 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.

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 ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Significant experience of delivering audit and other assurance services to major companies, including listed (full list and AIM) companies and companies with international interests. Excellent working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Managing and developing staff (not only audit teams), i.e. coordinating staff projects, mentoring, counselling, appraising, recruiting etc. Business development experience- able to identify and convert opportunities to sell work. Proven experience in managing a wide portfolio of concurrent projects and project teams in a project management framework. 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. Your Responsibility Act as audit lead on fully listed and AIM listed audited entities. The expectation is that on large assignments this role will be supported by one (or more) Managers. Overall responsibility for each assignment will be retained by the Partner. Responsible for leading and directing all aspects of audit services delivered. People management responsibilities covering resource planning and allocation, performance management, training and recommendations for promotion. Act as a mentor to team members and provide coaching with a view to assisting them to achieve their personal career goals. Act as a role model for Manager level. Responsible for maximising profitability from a portfolio of audited entities. Liaison with central departments on risk management, technical and other matters. Take part in wider practice management at local level. Support Partners in group sales and marketing activity, including playing a leading role in audited entities pitch teams, attendance at group networking, and other marketing events as appropriate. Contribute to development of new business relationships and business proposals through high level sales and marketing activity. This will include winning work by targeting new audited entities. Support Partners with the implementation and communication of any new business strategy for existing audited entities, target audited entities and the internal business. Participate in Key Account Management. Develop specialist knowledge of a sector and/or technical area, and/or commercial area. Engage with audited entities more directly on technical and audit judgement decisions. 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.

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 ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Significant experience of delivering audit and other assurance services to major companies, including listed (full list and AIM) companies and companies with international interests. Excellent working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Managing and developing staff (not only audit teams), i.e. coordinating staff projects, mentoring, counselling, appraising, recruiting etc. Business development experience- able to identify and convert opportunities to sell work. Proven experience in managing a wide portfolio of concurrent projects and project teams in a project management framework. 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. Your Responsibility Act as audit lead on fully listed and AIM listed audited entities. The expectation is that on large assignments this role will be supported by one (or more) Managers. Overall responsibility for each assignment will be retained by the Partner. Responsible for leading and directing all aspects of audit services delivered. People management responsibilities covering resource planning and allocation, performance management, training and recommendations for promotion. Act as a mentor to team members and provide coaching with a view to assisting them to achieve their personal career goals. Act as a role model for Manager level. Responsible for maximising profitability from a portfolio of audited entities. Liaison with central departments on risk management, technical and other matters. Take part in wider practice management at local level. Support Partners in group sales and marketing activity, including playing a leading role in audited entities pitch teams, attendance at group networking, and other marketing events as appropriate. Contribute to development of new business relationships and business proposals through high level sales and marketing activity. This will include winning work by targeting new audited entities. Support Partners with the implementation and communication of any new business strategy for existing audited entities, target audited entities and the internal business. Participate in Key Account Management. Develop specialist knowledge of a sector and/or technical area, and/or commercial area. Engage with audited entities more directly on technical and audit judgement decisions. 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.

About the Role Connect2Hackney is looking for a detail-oriented and financially astute Pension Fund Accounts Officer to join the London Borough of Hackney on an interim basis. Hackney is home to a diverse community and a thriving workforce. Behind our people is a robust Pension Fund valued at approximately 2.2 billion . We are looking for a dedicated professional to help steward these assets, ensuring that every penny is accounted for, reconciled, and reported with absolute precision. This is more than just a number-crunching role, it is a chance to work at the heart of the Council's financial reporting, interacting with high-level Fund Managers and supporting our commitment to responsible investment through ESG reporting. What You Will Be Doing Reporting to the Investment & Accounting Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the financial integrity of the Pension Fund. Your core responsibilities will include: Financial Reporting & Accounts Lead the compilation: You will work closely with the Manager to compile the Pension Fund Report & Accounts, ensuring all entries are accurate and timely. Ensure compliance: You will ensure our Report and Accounts meet all CIPFA reporting requirements and are produced to the highest standard. Manage the 2.2bn portfolio data: You will develop and prepare monthly transaction reports carried out by Fund Managers and the London CIV to ensure holdings are accurately reflected in the Statement of Accounts. Reconciliation & Control Complex Reconciliations: You will take ownership of complex reconciliations, ensuring they are recorded accurately within the Council's financial reporting systems. Suspense Accounts: You will be responsible for clearing Pension Fund suspense account items on a monthly basis, ensuring alignment with the chart of accounts. Audit Trail: You will maintain comprehensive working papers and documentation to create a full audit trail, acting as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors to provide assurance on data quality. Operations & Liaison Stakeholder Management: You will liaise with Pension Fund Investment Managers, Custodians, and external Pension administrators to ensure data accuracy for reconciliations and journal entries. Transactional Duties: You will raise purchase orders, pay invoices, and act as the primary contact for invoice queries. ESG & Governance: You will assist the Assistant Director with the execution of passive equity voting and support the team with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting requirements. About You We are looking for someone with a strong background in financial accounting, preferably within a public sector or pension fund environment. To be successful in this role, you should have: Technical Proficiency: Experience with complex financial reconciliations, suspense accounts, and general ledger systems. Attention to Detail: The ability to maintain accurate working papers and handle large datasets (relating to our 2.2bn fund) with precision. Communication Skills: Confidence in liaising with external auditors, fund managers, and internal stakeholders. Knowledge: An understanding of CIPFA requirements and pension fund accounting is highly desirable. Why Connect with Hackney? By joining the Hackney network, you are joining a council that prides itself on being distinct, diverse, and dedicated to its residents. Impact: Work on a significant fund that supports the future of our workforce. Development: Gain exposure to high-level investment accounting and ESG reporting. Flexibility: We offer hybrid working arrangements to support your work-life balance. Benefits: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and a generous holiday allowance. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Role: Internal Audit & Risk Manager Location: London (hybrid options available) Salary: 75,000 - 80,000 + extensive package including bonus Job Purpose: Responsible for the delivery of complex in-depth audits and delivering key assurance messages to all levels of management across the business. Responsible for supporting the design, development, and implementation of the risk management framework to help colleagues make smart, informed decisions under uncertainty, take on the right risks and deliver the right results. You will lead development and implementation of the governance structures, risk management processes and other key elements, like culture, that will enable an organisation to understand its landscape of risk as it carries out key decisions and business operations. Principal Accountabilities: Planning, performing, and reporting of audits on a risk assessed basis using appropriate, flexible, and cost-effective methodologies that are in line with professional and divisional standards and customer needs acting as lead auditor. Acting as an expert in one or more key business areas, providing insight and audit expertise to the team and auditees on specified business processes and enterprise risks. Leading audits and providing technical advice as appropriate on a timely basis and to the required quality in accordance with divisional standards. Tracking audit recommendations to ensure implementation is achieved against targets and that the remediation is effective. Understanding and deploying a risk-based approach to maintaining the audit universe and actively contributing to the annual plan build exercise. Supporting senior audit management in the annual plan build exercise using a risk-based approach. Supporting the senior audit management in preparing for audit committees and other senior management forums. Risk management Owns group risk governance and reporting - supporting Group Internal Audit & Risk and Board Audit & Risk Committee. Establishes and supports the processes that enable setting of risk management policies and requirements to support smart decision-making and operational discipline. Support and develop the risk management across the business, helping colleagues to engage with the framework, sharing best practices, and being an advocate of risk culture. Support the Operating Companies in their review, discussion, prioritisation, ownership, action and reporting of risks. Knowledge & Experience: Fully qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) or Chartered Internal Auditor (CMIIA) 5+ years PQE in an IA role. Extensive experience of internal auditing within a complex business. Experience of working with 1st or 2nd line of defence teams on risk and assurance. Strong understanding of risk and control frameworks (three lines of defence) Effective project management skills Ability to work autonomously, seeking input where necessary. Good customer focus skills and commercial acumen. Strong communication skills - Verbal (Executive level presentations) and written (report writing). Business insight of specified business operations and business risks. Solutions-focused achiever. Business insight and technical expertise: Keeping up to date with external developments in risk & assurance, and business insight of specified business operations and business risks. Change management: Identifying, anticipating, and recommending the need for changes to the annual audit plan in response to changing risk profiles and business needs, as well as identifying and developing leading edge audit methodologies and best practice. Please contact Fusion People Birmingham Office on (phone number removed) for more information. Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.