Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As the Director in the Financial Services Accounting and Corporate Reporting Advisory team you will play a critical role in supporting this team's Leader in ensuring that we continue to deliver on quality and the growth strategy. The accounting and corporate reporting advice and support that we provide spans accounting change (IFRS 9, 16 and 17 and transition between financial reporting frameworks), group reorganisations and structuring of transactions to achieve an desired accounting outcome, financial instruments accounting and reporting, ESG and corporate reporting and other aspects of accounting, including training. This position is ideal for a technically strong individual at a Director, Associate Director or Senior Manager level, who is ambitious, business minded and has broad experience of accounting and corporate reporting issues that are prevalent in insurance from an entity-facing background and who wishes to maximise their potential and the breadth of their experience in a growing professional services firm. You'll be someone with: Professional qualification of ACA or ACCA or equivalent Proven ability to scope, win and deliver complex accounting and corporate reporting advisory projects, including planning, controlling and completing a diverse range of projects that adhere to firm and departmental policy on quality and risk management and do so on an end-to-end basis Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly present information in a clear and concise manner Very strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to influence, lead, engage and manage a number of stakeholders Sound effective and efficient time management and organisation skills Previous people management experience Positive outcomes from quality and risk reviews within an ISQM 1 environment Very experienced in delivery of accounting and corporate reporting advice with clients in the insurance sector Demonstrated extensive knowledge of relevant technical standards (IFRS Accounting Standards and UK GAAP) and relevant laws and regulations, such as the Companies Act You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Apr 19, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As the Director in the Financial Services Accounting and Corporate Reporting Advisory team you will play a critical role in supporting this team's Leader in ensuring that we continue to deliver on quality and the growth strategy. The accounting and corporate reporting advice and support that we provide spans accounting change (IFRS 9, 16 and 17 and transition between financial reporting frameworks), group reorganisations and structuring of transactions to achieve an desired accounting outcome, financial instruments accounting and reporting, ESG and corporate reporting and other aspects of accounting, including training. This position is ideal for a technically strong individual at a Director, Associate Director or Senior Manager level, who is ambitious, business minded and has broad experience of accounting and corporate reporting issues that are prevalent in insurance from an entity-facing background and who wishes to maximise their potential and the breadth of their experience in a growing professional services firm. You'll be someone with: Professional qualification of ACA or ACCA or equivalent Proven ability to scope, win and deliver complex accounting and corporate reporting advisory projects, including planning, controlling and completing a diverse range of projects that adhere to firm and departmental policy on quality and risk management and do so on an end-to-end basis Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly present information in a clear and concise manner Very strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to influence, lead, engage and manage a number of stakeholders Sound effective and efficient time management and organisation skills Previous people management experience Positive outcomes from quality and risk reviews within an ISQM 1 environment Very experienced in delivery of accounting and corporate reporting advice with clients in the insurance sector Demonstrated extensive knowledge of relevant technical standards (IFRS Accounting Standards and UK GAAP) and relevant laws and regulations, such as the Companies Act You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. Project manage larger client engagements, which includes determining the project scope and resourcing requirements, monitoring progress against budget and established timeframe, review of work completed by junior team members and resolving all project issues prior to Partner and Director review. Scope, prepare and review reports and documents using PowerPoint. Prepare and review analysis in Excel. Contribute to the management of the project team on a day-to-day basis, including responsibility for briefing, supervising and developing junior staff. Deliver complete reports that include focused conclusions and recommendations. Assist Partners, Directors and Associate Directors in the development of existing and new service stream practices. Contribute to the successful development of sustainable client relationships. Liaise with clients on matters concerning risk management, progress and monitoring information flows, and take responsibility for delivering answers to clients in most cases. Promote knowledge sharing within the team and across the firm with different departments. Ensure client feedback is captured, addressed and effectively communicated to the project manager/director. Identify and recognise new project and business opportunities, and inform the project director or partner as appropriate. Support the conversion of opportunities into chargeable work including pitch participation. Act as an ambassador of the firm, participate in marketing events and keeping abreast of the wide range of services the firm offers. Support recruitment, retention, motivation and learning and development of the Transaction Services team, acting as a role model to more junior staff. Seek and take action on feedback. Deliver honest and timely feedback to colleagues. Technical Skills Thorough working knowledge of Transaction Services activities ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), or relevant work experience. Previous staff supervision or management experience. Excellent knowledge of MS Office, in particular Word, Powerpoint and Excel. For those involved in Capital Markets transactions a good knowledge of the relevant legislation. Self-starting individual who is comfortable working independently and as part of a team. Excellent interpersonal skills. Demonstrates a pro-active approach to their continuous development. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Apr 18, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. Project manage larger client engagements, which includes determining the project scope and resourcing requirements, monitoring progress against budget and established timeframe, review of work completed by junior team members and resolving all project issues prior to Partner and Director review. Scope, prepare and review reports and documents using PowerPoint. Prepare and review analysis in Excel. Contribute to the management of the project team on a day-to-day basis, including responsibility for briefing, supervising and developing junior staff. Deliver complete reports that include focused conclusions and recommendations. Assist Partners, Directors and Associate Directors in the development of existing and new service stream practices. Contribute to the successful development of sustainable client relationships. Liaise with clients on matters concerning risk management, progress and monitoring information flows, and take responsibility for delivering answers to clients in most cases. Promote knowledge sharing within the team and across the firm with different departments. Ensure client feedback is captured, addressed and effectively communicated to the project manager/director. Identify and recognise new project and business opportunities, and inform the project director or partner as appropriate. Support the conversion of opportunities into chargeable work including pitch participation. Act as an ambassador of the firm, participate in marketing events and keeping abreast of the wide range of services the firm offers. Support recruitment, retention, motivation and learning and development of the Transaction Services team, acting as a role model to more junior staff. Seek and take action on feedback. Deliver honest and timely feedback to colleagues. Technical Skills Thorough working knowledge of Transaction Services activities ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), or relevant work experience. Previous staff supervision or management experience. Excellent knowledge of MS Office, in particular Word, Powerpoint and Excel. For those involved in Capital Markets transactions a good knowledge of the relevant legislation. Self-starting individual who is comfortable working independently and as part of a team. Excellent interpersonal skills. Demonstrates a pro-active approach to their continuous development. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As a Senior Consultant in the Financial Services Accounting and Corporate Reporting Advisory team, you will play a key role in supporting this team's Directors, Associate Directors, Senior Managers and Managers in ensuring that we continue to deliver quality to our clients. The accounting and corporate reporting advice and support that we provide clients spans accounting change (IFRS 9, 16 and 17, interest rate benchmark reform and transition between frameworks), group reorganisations and structuring of transactions to achieve a desired accounting outcome, financial instruments accounting and reporting, climate and corporate reporting and other aspects of accounting, including training. This position is ideal for a technically strong individual at Executive level, who has experience of financial services from either a client-facing or technical specialist background and who wishes to maximise their potential and the breadth of their experience in a growing professional services firm. You'll be someone with A professional qualification ACA or ACCA or equivalent Demonstrated knowledge of relevant technical standards (IFRSs and UK GAAP) and relevant laws and regulations, such as the Companies Act The ability to deliver complex accounting and corporate reporting advisory engagements, including evidencing planning, execution and completing a diverse range of projects that adhere to firm policy on quality An analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to engage and manage a number of stakeholders Efficient and effective time management and organisation skills Experience of delivery of accounting and corporate reporting advice with clients across the financial services sector, particularly banks and / or insurers You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Apr 16, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As a Senior Consultant in the Financial Services Accounting and Corporate Reporting Advisory team, you will play a key role in supporting this team's Directors, Associate Directors, Senior Managers and Managers in ensuring that we continue to deliver quality to our clients. The accounting and corporate reporting advice and support that we provide clients spans accounting change (IFRS 9, 16 and 17, interest rate benchmark reform and transition between frameworks), group reorganisations and structuring of transactions to achieve a desired accounting outcome, financial instruments accounting and reporting, climate and corporate reporting and other aspects of accounting, including training. This position is ideal for a technically strong individual at Executive level, who has experience of financial services from either a client-facing or technical specialist background and who wishes to maximise their potential and the breadth of their experience in a growing professional services firm. You'll be someone with A professional qualification ACA or ACCA or equivalent Demonstrated knowledge of relevant technical standards (IFRSs and UK GAAP) and relevant laws and regulations, such as the Companies Act The ability to deliver complex accounting and corporate reporting advisory engagements, including evidencing planning, execution and completing a diverse range of projects that adhere to firm policy on quality An analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to engage and manage a number of stakeholders Efficient and effective time management and organisation skills Experience of delivery of accounting and corporate reporting advice with clients across the financial services sector, particularly banks and / or insurers You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As the Director in the Financial Services Accounting and Corporate Reporting Advisory team you will play a critical role in supporting this team's Leader in ensuring that we continue to deliver on quality and the growth strategy. The accounting and corporate reporting advice and support that we provide spans accounting change (IFRS 9, 16 and 17 and transition between financial reporting frameworks), group reorganisations and structuring of transactions to achieve an desired accounting outcome, financial instruments accounting and reporting, ESG and corporate reporting and other aspects of accounting, including training. This position is ideal for a technically strong individual at a Director, Associate Director or Senior Manager level, who is ambitious, business minded and has broad experience of ESG and corporate reporting issues that are prevalent in Financial Services from an entity-facing background and who wishes to maximise their potential and the breadth of their experience in a growing professional services firm. You'll be someone with: Professional qualification of ACA or ACCA or equivalent Proven ability to scope, win and deliver complex accounting and corporate reporting advisory projects, including planning, controlling and completing a diverse range of projects that adhere to firm and departmental policy on quality and risk management and do so on an end-to-end basis Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly present information in a clear and concise manner Very strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to influence, lead, engage and manage a number of stakeholders Sound effective and efficient time management and organisation skills Previous people management experience Positive outcomes from quality and risk reviews within an ISQM 1 environment Very experienced in delivery of accounting and corporate reporting advice with clients in the financial services industry Demonstrated extensive knowledge of relevant technical standards (IFRS Accounting Standards, IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards, CSRD, TCFD and UK GAAP) and relevant laws and regulations, such as the Companies Act You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Apr 16, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As the Director in the Financial Services Accounting and Corporate Reporting Advisory team you will play a critical role in supporting this team's Leader in ensuring that we continue to deliver on quality and the growth strategy. The accounting and corporate reporting advice and support that we provide spans accounting change (IFRS 9, 16 and 17 and transition between financial reporting frameworks), group reorganisations and structuring of transactions to achieve an desired accounting outcome, financial instruments accounting and reporting, ESG and corporate reporting and other aspects of accounting, including training. This position is ideal for a technically strong individual at a Director, Associate Director or Senior Manager level, who is ambitious, business minded and has broad experience of ESG and corporate reporting issues that are prevalent in Financial Services from an entity-facing background and who wishes to maximise their potential and the breadth of their experience in a growing professional services firm. You'll be someone with: Professional qualification of ACA or ACCA or equivalent Proven ability to scope, win and deliver complex accounting and corporate reporting advisory projects, including planning, controlling and completing a diverse range of projects that adhere to firm and departmental policy on quality and risk management and do so on an end-to-end basis Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly present information in a clear and concise manner Very strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to influence, lead, engage and manage a number of stakeholders Sound effective and efficient time management and organisation skills Previous people management experience Positive outcomes from quality and risk reviews within an ISQM 1 environment Very experienced in delivery of accounting and corporate reporting advice with clients in the financial services industry Demonstrated extensive knowledge of relevant technical standards (IFRS Accounting Standards, IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards, CSRD, TCFD and UK GAAP) and relevant laws and regulations, such as the Companies Act You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Corporate Tax Associate Director Location : Manchester (Other locations considered) Experience Level : Senior Manager An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Manager within a well-established Corporate Tax Team in Manchester. This role is ideal for an experienced tax professional who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, working with a diverse portfolio of large clients, including UK-listed companies, PE-backed firms, inbound and family-owned groups. You will engage in a wide variety of projects, including tax structuring, international expansion, and compliance work. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their business needs to identify opportunities for tax and advisory services. Lead a team in the delivery of tax compliance and advisory services to clients, ensuring alignment with their commercial objectives. Oversee the successful delivery of complex tax advice, including tax structuring, refinancing, legal optimisations, pre/post-transaction reorganisations, BEPS Pillar 2 assessments, and handling tax authority enquiries. Take ownership of business development, managing proposals, presenting at client pitches, and identifying solutions to client challenges. Manage team performance and operations, ensuring effective resourcing and timely delivery of services. Mentor and develop junior team members, enhancing their technical and professional capabilities. Collaborate with specialists from other departments and international offices on complex tax advisory projects. Qualifications & Experience: ACA, CA, CTA, ACCA or equivalent qualification. Strong technical expertise in corporate tax, with a commitment to continuous development and growth. Experience managing, coaching, and leading teams, as well as engaging with stakeholders. Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly. Inquisitive, detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and a commercial mindset. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and relationships effectively, prioritising key tasks. Enthusiastic with a positive attitude and drive to succeed in a challenging environment. Proactive in identifying and pursuing long-term business opportunities for both the firm and clients. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Manager or an ambitious Manager looking to take the next step in their tax career. Join a team where you will be supported by a strong leadership group and have the chance to develop your career in a forward-thinking, inclusive, and ambitious environment. To discuss this opportunity further, please contact Christina Jezard on (phone number removed) or submit your CV in confidence to arrange a confidential conversation. This vacancy is being advertised by Advanced Resource Managers. ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
Mar 28, 2025
Full time
Corporate Tax Associate Director Location : Manchester (Other locations considered) Experience Level : Senior Manager An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Manager within a well-established Corporate Tax Team in Manchester. This role is ideal for an experienced tax professional who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, working with a diverse portfolio of large clients, including UK-listed companies, PE-backed firms, inbound and family-owned groups. You will engage in a wide variety of projects, including tax structuring, international expansion, and compliance work. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their business needs to identify opportunities for tax and advisory services. Lead a team in the delivery of tax compliance and advisory services to clients, ensuring alignment with their commercial objectives. Oversee the successful delivery of complex tax advice, including tax structuring, refinancing, legal optimisations, pre/post-transaction reorganisations, BEPS Pillar 2 assessments, and handling tax authority enquiries. Take ownership of business development, managing proposals, presenting at client pitches, and identifying solutions to client challenges. Manage team performance and operations, ensuring effective resourcing and timely delivery of services. Mentor and develop junior team members, enhancing their technical and professional capabilities. Collaborate with specialists from other departments and international offices on complex tax advisory projects. Qualifications & Experience: ACA, CA, CTA, ACCA or equivalent qualification. Strong technical expertise in corporate tax, with a commitment to continuous development and growth. Experience managing, coaching, and leading teams, as well as engaging with stakeholders. Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly. Inquisitive, detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and a commercial mindset. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and relationships effectively, prioritising key tasks. Enthusiastic with a positive attitude and drive to succeed in a challenging environment. Proactive in identifying and pursuing long-term business opportunities for both the firm and clients. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Manager or an ambitious Manager looking to take the next step in their tax career. Join a team where you will be supported by a strong leadership group and have the chance to develop your career in a forward-thinking, inclusive, and ambitious environment. To discuss this opportunity further, please contact Christina Jezard on (phone number removed) or submit your CV in confidence to arrange a confidential conversation. This vacancy is being advertised by Advanced Resource Managers. ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
About us We are Orbital, an AI company on a mission to automate the legal segment of every property transaction in the world. We iterate rapidly to build products that utilize the bleeding-edge of Generative AI, powered by the latest foundation LLMs (Large Language Models) including OpenAI's GPT-4 and Anthropic's Claude models. This places us at the forefront of the most advanced technological advancements of our generation. We're spearheading an unprecedented shift in how the world's asset class is transacted globally. Legal reasoning is a hard problem and requires some of the smartest and most experienced professionals to solve legal challenges for their clients. Because of this, we will continue to push ahead and use the most intelligent and fastest foundational models to build an AI Assistant that can provide accurate, efficient, and reliable support to legal professionals in the world of real estate. Already the trusted ally of thousands of lawyers and commercial property professionals in the UK and US across a diverse spectrum of leading firms, our innovative solutions are used across global law practices including Goodwin Proctor, Ropes & Gray, BCLP, and Clifford Chance. Now in the early stages of our US expansion, we're continuing to expand our talented team to support our growth. Bolstered by the support of industry giants, including some of the world's largest real estate and insurance companies and VCs such as LocalGlobe, Seedcamp, JLL, First American Financial, and Investec, and on the back of our recent £7.5 million Series A funding round led by Parker89, we're on the lookout for exceptionally talented people to join us in shaping the future of property transactions under this new evolution of technological advancement. Our Vision We believe that property transactions in this century shouldn't still rely on busy lawyers checking through documents and writing reports. We're building an automated AI solution for property diligence to make transactions more efficient and transparent for everyone. Our Mission Our mission is to help any professional or individual involved in a property transaction to properly understand what they are getting into, from the outset, before incurring legal fees. Our Values We are Bold & Ambitious (changing an entire industry is hard!) We give Power to our People (we give exceptional people autonomy to succeed) We Question or Commit (we welcome debate, but love reaching quick decisions) and we Eat that Frog! (we take on the hardest thing first) Role Overview As Marketing Associate, you will play a pivotal role in executing and optimising our marketing efforts across multiple channels. You will support content creation, website management, event planning, and email marketing initiatives to generate awareness and demand for our products here at Orbital. Working collaboratively with our Marketing Director and Senior Product Marketing Manager, this is an exciting time to join Orbital as the business expands, offering new opportunities to contribute to our continued growth - both here in the UK and in the US. Key Responsibilities With a strong interest in AI's role in the real estate and legal sectors, you'll create, edit, and publish high-quality, brand-consistent content across various formats, leveraging AI for efficiency while collaborating with our in-house domain experts. You'll maintain and optimise website content for engagement and SEO, collaborating with designers and developers while tracking performance for continuous improvement. You'll manage virtual and in-person events, handling logistics and follow-ups to maximise engagement and success. You'll develop and execute targeted email and social media campaigns to nurture leads, engage customers, and drive event and content promotion. You'll announce and promote new customer partnerships through coordinated website updates, social media posts, and testimonials. You'll support the marketing team in developing and executing campaigns, assisting with data analysis and reporting to measure performance. You'll use data-driven insights to refine marketing strategies, leveraging customer feedback to improve marketing effectiveness. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field. 1-2 years of experience in B2B product marketing, preferably in the context of professional services. Highly organised and detail-oriented with brilliant written and verbal communication skills. Adaptable and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment, with an interest in rolling up your sleeves and getting involved in the broader aspects of the Marketing function as it scales. Why Join Us? Whether we're hosting exclusive events for real estate partners at Google's London HQ or interviewing our customers, crafting new messaging, or launching new lead acquisition campaigns and strategies, no two days in the Orbital Marketing team are the same. With the team in its early stages of growth, you'll be joining at a foundational time, so if you're keen to be involved in defining that broader picture, we want to hear from you. Competitive starting salary £35,000 - £40,000, matched pension contributions, and equity options in a fast-growing start-up. Flexible working hours and location; should you choose to work from home or need a change of scenery for a few days you will have access to 40+ TOG offices in London and even more around the world. 25 days paid holiday (plus bank holidays). Professional equipment and personal development budget along with training opportunities to learn and develop your skills. Cycle-to-work scheme. An inclusive community enjoying all-company offsites, lunches, and socials. We value diversity at Orbital Witness, and would particularly encourage applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. We'd love to hear from you even if you don't match all of the above criteria or are seeking other opportunities that we're not currently advertising.
Feb 18, 2025
Full time
About us We are Orbital, an AI company on a mission to automate the legal segment of every property transaction in the world. We iterate rapidly to build products that utilize the bleeding-edge of Generative AI, powered by the latest foundation LLMs (Large Language Models) including OpenAI's GPT-4 and Anthropic's Claude models. This places us at the forefront of the most advanced technological advancements of our generation. We're spearheading an unprecedented shift in how the world's asset class is transacted globally. Legal reasoning is a hard problem and requires some of the smartest and most experienced professionals to solve legal challenges for their clients. Because of this, we will continue to push ahead and use the most intelligent and fastest foundational models to build an AI Assistant that can provide accurate, efficient, and reliable support to legal professionals in the world of real estate. Already the trusted ally of thousands of lawyers and commercial property professionals in the UK and US across a diverse spectrum of leading firms, our innovative solutions are used across global law practices including Goodwin Proctor, Ropes & Gray, BCLP, and Clifford Chance. Now in the early stages of our US expansion, we're continuing to expand our talented team to support our growth. Bolstered by the support of industry giants, including some of the world's largest real estate and insurance companies and VCs such as LocalGlobe, Seedcamp, JLL, First American Financial, and Investec, and on the back of our recent £7.5 million Series A funding round led by Parker89, we're on the lookout for exceptionally talented people to join us in shaping the future of property transactions under this new evolution of technological advancement. Our Vision We believe that property transactions in this century shouldn't still rely on busy lawyers checking through documents and writing reports. We're building an automated AI solution for property diligence to make transactions more efficient and transparent for everyone. Our Mission Our mission is to help any professional or individual involved in a property transaction to properly understand what they are getting into, from the outset, before incurring legal fees. Our Values We are Bold & Ambitious (changing an entire industry is hard!) We give Power to our People (we give exceptional people autonomy to succeed) We Question or Commit (we welcome debate, but love reaching quick decisions) and we Eat that Frog! (we take on the hardest thing first) Role Overview As Marketing Associate, you will play a pivotal role in executing and optimising our marketing efforts across multiple channels. You will support content creation, website management, event planning, and email marketing initiatives to generate awareness and demand for our products here at Orbital. Working collaboratively with our Marketing Director and Senior Product Marketing Manager, this is an exciting time to join Orbital as the business expands, offering new opportunities to contribute to our continued growth - both here in the UK and in the US. Key Responsibilities With a strong interest in AI's role in the real estate and legal sectors, you'll create, edit, and publish high-quality, brand-consistent content across various formats, leveraging AI for efficiency while collaborating with our in-house domain experts. You'll maintain and optimise website content for engagement and SEO, collaborating with designers and developers while tracking performance for continuous improvement. You'll manage virtual and in-person events, handling logistics and follow-ups to maximise engagement and success. You'll develop and execute targeted email and social media campaigns to nurture leads, engage customers, and drive event and content promotion. You'll announce and promote new customer partnerships through coordinated website updates, social media posts, and testimonials. You'll support the marketing team in developing and executing campaigns, assisting with data analysis and reporting to measure performance. You'll use data-driven insights to refine marketing strategies, leveraging customer feedback to improve marketing effectiveness. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field. 1-2 years of experience in B2B product marketing, preferably in the context of professional services. Highly organised and detail-oriented with brilliant written and verbal communication skills. Adaptable and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment, with an interest in rolling up your sleeves and getting involved in the broader aspects of the Marketing function as it scales. Why Join Us? Whether we're hosting exclusive events for real estate partners at Google's London HQ or interviewing our customers, crafting new messaging, or launching new lead acquisition campaigns and strategies, no two days in the Orbital Marketing team are the same. With the team in its early stages of growth, you'll be joining at a foundational time, so if you're keen to be involved in defining that broader picture, we want to hear from you. Competitive starting salary £35,000 - £40,000, matched pension contributions, and equity options in a fast-growing start-up. Flexible working hours and location; should you choose to work from home or need a change of scenery for a few days you will have access to 40+ TOG offices in London and even more around the world. 25 days paid holiday (plus bank holidays). Professional equipment and personal development budget along with training opportunities to learn and develop your skills. Cycle-to-work scheme. An inclusive community enjoying all-company offsites, lunches, and socials. We value diversity at Orbital Witness, and would particularly encourage applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. We'd love to hear from you even if you don't match all of the above criteria or are seeking other opportunities that we're not currently advertising.
The role reports into the Regional Head ofUK & Ireland (based in London) working closely with the MD's of our Irish Funds,Corporate and AIFM businesses (based in Dublin). Strong collaboration with other members ofthe Business Development team. PURPOSE OF JOB Generate and win new business in astructured and professional manner, in line with the strategic objectives setby the Group. Specifically targeting UKand US managers entering the Irish market and associated intermediaries. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Responsible for developing and winning new business for Ireland Funds and Corporate Services businesses, including AIFM and Depository, in line with targets set regionally and by the Group. Responsible for cross selling into other ICS jurisdictions, in line with targets set regionally and by the Group. Demonstrate a structured approach to targeting new business wins from new clients and intermediaries, predominantly based in the UK but also North America. Ensure timely and accurate data recording, to enable management reporting and analysis. Manage performance against agreed targets and budgets, thus ensuring the division's budgetary and performance targets are achieved and the division's KPIs are maintained as defined for financial, management and risk or as required by the Group. Manage and accurately price new business enquiries, ensuring the resources and services provided by the Group are fully utilized and explained. Actively contribute to the success of the regional business by strategically planning and executing as directed by the Business Development function for the Group. To deliver and integrate initiatives to promote the achievement of optimum operational, financial and business performance. Through effective analysis and management of the division and its resulting performance, ensure knowledge gained is factored into the planning of the division's strategy, resources and procedures. Ensure that the spirit of JTC is engendered and shared within the Group. May be required to attend board/divisional meetings and contribute to board papers/reports as appropriate. Ensure good corporate governance in accordance with regulatory requirements while aligning to the Group's overall aims, business plan and long-term strategy. Attend and lead client/potential client meetings, either on or off site. Liaise with professional advisors to ensure the Group delivers both a proficient and added value service. Attend conferences, speak on and moderate panels as necessary and at all times act as an ambassador for the Group. Develop, retain and enhance long term relationships with clients, their advisers, intermediaries and other introducers of work, maintaining a high level of client care. Adhere to Risk & Associate Compliance procedures in relation to regulatory requirements and AML legislation. Be responsible for analyzing, assessing and managing the risks associated with new business/potential clients, as well as, and where relevant, the Group's business as a whole. Monitor the division's risk assessments and review measures to ensure conformity, remaining aware of risk exposure. Remain aware of the obligations for the reporting of unusual transactions and act as a guide to the division in this respect. Develop, coach and mentor others, providing guidance on the management of employees according to Group standards and policy; ensuring employee's and division's adherence to their contractual obligations. Develop self and ensure knowledge in relevant field at all times. Adhere to the JTC core values and expected behaviors. Any other duties as deemed necessary or defined by Management and/or Group Board. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Relevant professional experience. Extensive and demonstrable experience in target asset classes. Broad-based knowledge and demonstrated ability to establish and manage a sales process, from lead generation to relationship management, nurturing a prospect pipeline, driving an agenda, and adapting to a fast-paced, challenging sales environment. Tactful, effective and persuasive communication skills suited to engaging and supporting high-profile prospects and clients. Excellent presentation skills. Willingness to travel. Capacity to deliver results both independently, as well as collaborate seamlessly with internal and external stakeholders, in a cross-functional team environment. Initiative to continually broaden your industry knowledge and apply it in your daily work. Process-driven, methodical approach to completing assigned tasks. Superior analytical, strategic and critical thinking skills. Meticulous organization and attention to detail.
Feb 18, 2025
Full time
The role reports into the Regional Head ofUK & Ireland (based in London) working closely with the MD's of our Irish Funds,Corporate and AIFM businesses (based in Dublin). Strong collaboration with other members ofthe Business Development team. PURPOSE OF JOB Generate and win new business in astructured and professional manner, in line with the strategic objectives setby the Group. Specifically targeting UKand US managers entering the Irish market and associated intermediaries. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Responsible for developing and winning new business for Ireland Funds and Corporate Services businesses, including AIFM and Depository, in line with targets set regionally and by the Group. Responsible for cross selling into other ICS jurisdictions, in line with targets set regionally and by the Group. Demonstrate a structured approach to targeting new business wins from new clients and intermediaries, predominantly based in the UK but also North America. Ensure timely and accurate data recording, to enable management reporting and analysis. Manage performance against agreed targets and budgets, thus ensuring the division's budgetary and performance targets are achieved and the division's KPIs are maintained as defined for financial, management and risk or as required by the Group. Manage and accurately price new business enquiries, ensuring the resources and services provided by the Group are fully utilized and explained. Actively contribute to the success of the regional business by strategically planning and executing as directed by the Business Development function for the Group. To deliver and integrate initiatives to promote the achievement of optimum operational, financial and business performance. Through effective analysis and management of the division and its resulting performance, ensure knowledge gained is factored into the planning of the division's strategy, resources and procedures. Ensure that the spirit of JTC is engendered and shared within the Group. May be required to attend board/divisional meetings and contribute to board papers/reports as appropriate. Ensure good corporate governance in accordance with regulatory requirements while aligning to the Group's overall aims, business plan and long-term strategy. Attend and lead client/potential client meetings, either on or off site. Liaise with professional advisors to ensure the Group delivers both a proficient and added value service. Attend conferences, speak on and moderate panels as necessary and at all times act as an ambassador for the Group. Develop, retain and enhance long term relationships with clients, their advisers, intermediaries and other introducers of work, maintaining a high level of client care. Adhere to Risk & Associate Compliance procedures in relation to regulatory requirements and AML legislation. Be responsible for analyzing, assessing and managing the risks associated with new business/potential clients, as well as, and where relevant, the Group's business as a whole. Monitor the division's risk assessments and review measures to ensure conformity, remaining aware of risk exposure. Remain aware of the obligations for the reporting of unusual transactions and act as a guide to the division in this respect. Develop, coach and mentor others, providing guidance on the management of employees according to Group standards and policy; ensuring employee's and division's adherence to their contractual obligations. Develop self and ensure knowledge in relevant field at all times. Adhere to the JTC core values and expected behaviors. Any other duties as deemed necessary or defined by Management and/or Group Board. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Relevant professional experience. Extensive and demonstrable experience in target asset classes. Broad-based knowledge and demonstrated ability to establish and manage a sales process, from lead generation to relationship management, nurturing a prospect pipeline, driving an agenda, and adapting to a fast-paced, challenging sales environment. Tactful, effective and persuasive communication skills suited to engaging and supporting high-profile prospects and clients. Excellent presentation skills. Willingness to travel. Capacity to deliver results both independently, as well as collaborate seamlessly with internal and external stakeholders, in a cross-functional team environment. Initiative to continually broaden your industry knowledge and apply it in your daily work. Process-driven, methodical approach to completing assigned tasks. Superior analytical, strategic and critical thinking skills. Meticulous organization and attention to detail.
Senior Finance Business Partner Application Deadline: 7 March 2025 Department: Finance Employment Type: Permanent Location: London, UK Compensation: £47,700 / year Description Programme: Finance Purpose of Job Reporting to the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, the Senior Finance Business Partner will play a critical role in supporting ODI Global's strategic decision-making and financial management processes. The post holder will lead on partnering with programme managers to provide insights, analysis, and advice on financial performance and strategic opportunities. The Senior Finance Business Partner will work closely with a Finance Business Partner in supporting half of ODI Global's programmes. The other half of programmes will be supported by another Senior Finance Business Partner and Finance Business Partner pairing. The Senior Finance Business Partner will deputise for the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis when needed. Main Duties and Responsibilities Finance business partnering Lead on the provision of financial analysis and insights to inform strategic decision-making by programmes. Support the programme management team with financial proposals, financial management, and financial reporting relating to donor funds. Produce, communicate, and deliver robust financial plans for the programme; undertake regular forecasting and monitoring and reporting on performance against agreed budgets. Communicate matters relating to financial planning and operations, exchange ideas and best practices, develop excellent relationships across areas and contribute positively in all aspects of the Department's work. Work closely with programme colleagues during the monthly and quarterly close and associated forecast process including effective communications with programme and department staff. Ensure financial management information is presented in an accessible way and used as appropriate to monitor performance and to influence change alongside other data sources. Lead on ODI Global's data returns (i.e. International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI) standard, Annual Return) and benchmarking exercises as required. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, applying appropriate professional standards and demonstrating a culture of ownership and accountability to ensure the delivery of excellent services. Identify strategic opportunities and risks, and develop plans to capitalize on them or mitigate them. Financial Management Oversee the monthly and quarterly closure tasks. Lead on the production of the programme level management accounts. Scrutinise, and confirm funding of all hiring decisions in consultation with Human Resources and programmes. Review and approve donor financial reports. Proactively contribute to all financial tools used, mainly the budget and reporting tool. Work closely with the financial control team to support the effectiveness and enhancement of ODI Global's transactional processing activities. Provide project related statutory reporting figures for the annual statutory accounts. Leadership and Management Provide clear and visible leadership on financial management for programmes. Mentor and develop the Finance Business Partner. Person Specification Knowledge and qualifications Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent). Current knowledge of relevant accounting standards and sector issues. Ability to present financial data to a high level of accuracy, including to a non-finance audience. Experience A senior financial business partner role within a medium sized, non-profit organisation. Extensive experience in a donor funded environment. Line management and staff development and motivation experience. Experience in development of financial systems and processes. Skills/Abilities Financial management and analysis skills. Strategic thinking and collaborative strategy development. Effective teamwork, inter-personal and collaboration skills. Strong line management skills. Values-driven and exceptional integrity, including ensuring a safe working environment and equal opportunities for all. Exceptional written and oral communications skills. Key Relationships and Contacts: Senior Finance Business Partner. Head of Financial Planning and Analysis. Heads of Strategic Operations. Programme Directors. Heads of ODI Global functional teams. Programme management unit. Auditors and financial regulators. All staff are expected to Positively support equality of opportunity both within ODI Global and externally. Help maintain a safe working environment and take responsibility for own and colleagues' Health and Safety. Undertake such other duties within the scope of their post as may be requested by their manager. Why should you work for us? ODI Global is committed to developing and supporting diverse and inclusive teams of people who share our passion, where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We welcome applicants from a range of diverse backgrounds including those who experience intersectional marginalisation on the basis of their class, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious identity or belief, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome applications from those living with disabilities. Benefits We prioritise the well-being of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional growth. Enjoy a generous annual leave allowance, including public holidays and additional time off during Christmas and New Year. We also recognise the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and study leave to support your professional development. Our commitment to employee well-being extends beyond annual leave. We provide comprehensive benefits such as maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave, competitive pension schemes and interest-free travel loans. We offer sick pay, an Employee Assistance Program, and staff events and social activities to ensure your physical and mental health. For those relocating to the UK, we provide relocation assistance to help you settle in. We also promote sustainable commuting with our Cycle to Work scheme and offer union membership to protect your rights and advocate for your interests. At ODI Global, we believe that a supportive and rewarding work environment is essential for success. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects our commitment to your well-being and professional growth. For a full listing of benefits, please visit our Careers page .
Feb 17, 2025
Full time
Senior Finance Business Partner Application Deadline: 7 March 2025 Department: Finance Employment Type: Permanent Location: London, UK Compensation: £47,700 / year Description Programme: Finance Purpose of Job Reporting to the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, the Senior Finance Business Partner will play a critical role in supporting ODI Global's strategic decision-making and financial management processes. The post holder will lead on partnering with programme managers to provide insights, analysis, and advice on financial performance and strategic opportunities. The Senior Finance Business Partner will work closely with a Finance Business Partner in supporting half of ODI Global's programmes. The other half of programmes will be supported by another Senior Finance Business Partner and Finance Business Partner pairing. The Senior Finance Business Partner will deputise for the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis when needed. Main Duties and Responsibilities Finance business partnering Lead on the provision of financial analysis and insights to inform strategic decision-making by programmes. Support the programme management team with financial proposals, financial management, and financial reporting relating to donor funds. Produce, communicate, and deliver robust financial plans for the programme; undertake regular forecasting and monitoring and reporting on performance against agreed budgets. Communicate matters relating to financial planning and operations, exchange ideas and best practices, develop excellent relationships across areas and contribute positively in all aspects of the Department's work. Work closely with programme colleagues during the monthly and quarterly close and associated forecast process including effective communications with programme and department staff. Ensure financial management information is presented in an accessible way and used as appropriate to monitor performance and to influence change alongside other data sources. Lead on ODI Global's data returns (i.e. International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI) standard, Annual Return) and benchmarking exercises as required. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, applying appropriate professional standards and demonstrating a culture of ownership and accountability to ensure the delivery of excellent services. Identify strategic opportunities and risks, and develop plans to capitalize on them or mitigate them. Financial Management Oversee the monthly and quarterly closure tasks. Lead on the production of the programme level management accounts. Scrutinise, and confirm funding of all hiring decisions in consultation with Human Resources and programmes. Review and approve donor financial reports. Proactively contribute to all financial tools used, mainly the budget and reporting tool. Work closely with the financial control team to support the effectiveness and enhancement of ODI Global's transactional processing activities. Provide project related statutory reporting figures for the annual statutory accounts. Leadership and Management Provide clear and visible leadership on financial management for programmes. Mentor and develop the Finance Business Partner. Person Specification Knowledge and qualifications Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent). Current knowledge of relevant accounting standards and sector issues. Ability to present financial data to a high level of accuracy, including to a non-finance audience. Experience A senior financial business partner role within a medium sized, non-profit organisation. Extensive experience in a donor funded environment. Line management and staff development and motivation experience. Experience in development of financial systems and processes. Skills/Abilities Financial management and analysis skills. Strategic thinking and collaborative strategy development. Effective teamwork, inter-personal and collaboration skills. Strong line management skills. Values-driven and exceptional integrity, including ensuring a safe working environment and equal opportunities for all. Exceptional written and oral communications skills. Key Relationships and Contacts: Senior Finance Business Partner. Head of Financial Planning and Analysis. Heads of Strategic Operations. Programme Directors. Heads of ODI Global functional teams. Programme management unit. Auditors and financial regulators. All staff are expected to Positively support equality of opportunity both within ODI Global and externally. Help maintain a safe working environment and take responsibility for own and colleagues' Health and Safety. Undertake such other duties within the scope of their post as may be requested by their manager. Why should you work for us? ODI Global is committed to developing and supporting diverse and inclusive teams of people who share our passion, where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We welcome applicants from a range of diverse backgrounds including those who experience intersectional marginalisation on the basis of their class, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious identity or belief, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome applications from those living with disabilities. Benefits We prioritise the well-being of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional growth. Enjoy a generous annual leave allowance, including public holidays and additional time off during Christmas and New Year. We also recognise the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and study leave to support your professional development. Our commitment to employee well-being extends beyond annual leave. We provide comprehensive benefits such as maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave, competitive pension schemes and interest-free travel loans. We offer sick pay, an Employee Assistance Program, and staff events and social activities to ensure your physical and mental health. For those relocating to the UK, we provide relocation assistance to help you settle in. We also promote sustainable commuting with our Cycle to Work scheme and offer union membership to protect your rights and advocate for your interests. At ODI Global, we believe that a supportive and rewarding work environment is essential for success. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects our commitment to your well-being and professional growth. For a full listing of benefits, please visit our Careers page .
Leeds The Role This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside our established team who will support you to utilise and enhance your advisory and insolvency skills and experience. You will work alongside some of the most experienced practitioners in the field advising the boards, management teams, lenders and shareholders of companies which are underperforming and/or facing any financial stress. Our North team has recently led a number of high profile regional insolvencies (including the Black Sheep Brewery, WN VTech and TXM Plant Administrations), as well as working on complex and challenging advisory assignments. We work with a full spectrum of companies from SME to PLC. As a Manager / Associate Director in the team, you will have the opportunity to work and lead on a diverse range of engagements across all sectors, with plenty of responsibility for leading workstreams, managing junior staff and supporting Directors and Senior Managing Directors in client-facing delivery. The Financial Advisory Team at Teneo Our global Financial Advisory business advises corporates, creditors and other financial stakeholders in all situations - from well-performing to stressed. No two situations are the same, and our advice and approach is tailored to each set of circumstances and client. Teneo guides companies and their stakeholders through periods of uncertainty and stress to create liquidity headroom, reduce costs, improve profitability, turnaround or exit underperforming businesses, assess options, address balance sheet stress, communicate appropriately with all stakeholders, more efficiently run their businesses and, ultimately, deliver certainty from uncertainty. Our expert team also brings market-leading experience in establishing and delivering contingency plans and insolvencies across multiple jurisdictions, providing credible fallback plans to protect value or helping to shape and affect a restructuring. Key Responsibilities Client service Preparation of engagement letter(s) and ensuring adherence to all compliance requirements. Manage parts of the engagement, providing support to the Senior Managing Director/Director in managing external stakeholders. Support management teams in preparing and challenging business plans, short term cash flow forecasts and turnaround/restructuring plans. Providing comprehensive financial restructuring and cash management services to identify working capital and other cash flow improvements. Reviewing and stress-testing integrated business plans, budgeting and forecasting models using a fact-based, data driven approach. Develop, analyse and present Financial Advisory options using input from other teams, e.g. tax analysis, sector and financial modelling. Liaise with the company's/lender's legal advisors to understand key aspects of legal documentation and also drive any documentation processes (term sheets, waivers, loan documentation, insolvency sale and trading agreements etc.) Developing and inputting into insolvency strategies. Delivering key aspects of insolvency assignments including trading, sales process, asset realisations, monitoring, reporting and liaising with the insolvency delivery team to ensure all statutory compliance completed. Apply an understanding of engagement economics, financial and risk management. Knowledge acquisition Build client relationship skills, sector knowledge and continue to develop leadership skills. Continue to build technical expertise, broader business advisory and people management skills. Understand the market, topical issues and our Financial Advisory propositions. People and leadership Support practice and talent development. Provide on-job coaching and development to staff. Develop junior staff outside of jobs through appraising and mentoring. Support wider Financial Advisory training initiatives. Manage diverse teams within an inclusive team culture where people are recognised for their contribution. Start to own elements of business development including actively supporting business development activities, building and expending your own contact network and supporting Director/Senior Managing Director-led marketing and sales activities. Participate in existing business development programmes and key client accounts. Identify opportunities to expand jobs as well as opportunities to provide wider Teneo services to existing clients. Take responsibility for leading marketing initiatives aimed at specific channels to market, or events. Take sector focus responsibilities. Key Skills & Experience Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent), both time and exam qualified. Restructuring experience gained either as an advisor within a professional services company, consultancy or bank. Understanding of financial statements and related data to assess historical financial performance and future outlook for client companies and prospects. Good understanding of the restructuring marketplace, its trends, and key players (principals and advisers). Very strong analytical skills, including: business analytics, business planning, short term cash flows, financing options. An understanding of insolvency legislation and practice, with experience working on insolvency assignments. Excellent interpersonal skills. Strong project management skills, with ability to lead teams and develop people. Ability to conduct business in fluent oral and written English is a pre-requisite. What can we offer you? New joiners are supported by an induction programme. As well as this we offer a whole host of benefits and reward including: 25 days holiday (plus an additional 3 days holiday over Christmas and one day to celebrate DE&I) Discretionary Bonus Scheme Cash benefits package Extensive investment in personal development & learning Enhanced maternity and paternity leave (depending on length of service) and shared parental leave Group Income Protection Life Assurance Cycle to work schemes Regular social, cultural and charitable activities About Teneo Teneo is the global CEO advisory firm. We partner with our clients globally to do great things for a better future. Drawing upon our global team and expansive network of senior advisors, we provide advisory services across our five business segments on a stand-alone or fully integrated basis to help our clients solve complex business challenges. Our clients include a significant number of the Fortune 100 and FTSE 100, as well as other corporations, financial institutions, and organizations. Our full range of advisory services includes strategic communications, investor relations, financial transactions and restructuring, management consulting, physical and cyber risk, organizational design, board and executive search, geopolitics and government affairs, corporate governance, ESG and DE&I. The firm has more than 1,600 employees located in 40+ offices around the world. Apply for this job indicates a required field First Name Last Name Email Phone Location (City) Resume/CV Please indicate your current salary Please indicate your salary expectation (GBP) Please indicate your current notice period Are you legally eligible to work in the UK? Select Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at Teneo? Select Have been employed by Teneo before? Select UK Demographic Set Teneo are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We ensure that all employees and candidates are treated fairly and we strive to ensure that our company is representative of all sections of society. We value people as individuals with diverse opinions, cultures, lifestyles and circumstances. Each employee should be respected and valued and able to give their best as a result. We want to ensure our workplace in London continues to be one where different voices are heard, valued and embraced - for the benefit of our employees and working culture, our clients and the quality of our work, as well as for the ultimate performance of our business. We are committed to equal opportunities for all and provide these opportunities irrespective of an individual's race, ethnic origin, disability, age, nationality, national origin, sex or sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief, marital status and social class. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination. In order for us to continue refining our policies, practices and ways of working to foster our desired culture, we need to collect data about our applicants during the recruitment process. Please complete our Equal Opportunities Form which will allow us to monitor and analyse our data. You are under no obligation to provide this data (for all selections there is a 'I do not wish to answer' option) but we can assure you that any information provided on this form will be treated as strictly confidential and will be used for statistical purposes only. It will not be seen by those involved in the selection process. You can find our privacy policy here. Teneo is committed to providing reasonable adjustments for qualified individuals with disabilities in our interview process. If you need assistance or an adjustment due to a disability, you may contact us at . click apply for full job details
Feb 13, 2025
Full time
Leeds The Role This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside our established team who will support you to utilise and enhance your advisory and insolvency skills and experience. You will work alongside some of the most experienced practitioners in the field advising the boards, management teams, lenders and shareholders of companies which are underperforming and/or facing any financial stress. Our North team has recently led a number of high profile regional insolvencies (including the Black Sheep Brewery, WN VTech and TXM Plant Administrations), as well as working on complex and challenging advisory assignments. We work with a full spectrum of companies from SME to PLC. As a Manager / Associate Director in the team, you will have the opportunity to work and lead on a diverse range of engagements across all sectors, with plenty of responsibility for leading workstreams, managing junior staff and supporting Directors and Senior Managing Directors in client-facing delivery. The Financial Advisory Team at Teneo Our global Financial Advisory business advises corporates, creditors and other financial stakeholders in all situations - from well-performing to stressed. No two situations are the same, and our advice and approach is tailored to each set of circumstances and client. Teneo guides companies and their stakeholders through periods of uncertainty and stress to create liquidity headroom, reduce costs, improve profitability, turnaround or exit underperforming businesses, assess options, address balance sheet stress, communicate appropriately with all stakeholders, more efficiently run their businesses and, ultimately, deliver certainty from uncertainty. Our expert team also brings market-leading experience in establishing and delivering contingency plans and insolvencies across multiple jurisdictions, providing credible fallback plans to protect value or helping to shape and affect a restructuring. Key Responsibilities Client service Preparation of engagement letter(s) and ensuring adherence to all compliance requirements. Manage parts of the engagement, providing support to the Senior Managing Director/Director in managing external stakeholders. Support management teams in preparing and challenging business plans, short term cash flow forecasts and turnaround/restructuring plans. Providing comprehensive financial restructuring and cash management services to identify working capital and other cash flow improvements. Reviewing and stress-testing integrated business plans, budgeting and forecasting models using a fact-based, data driven approach. Develop, analyse and present Financial Advisory options using input from other teams, e.g. tax analysis, sector and financial modelling. Liaise with the company's/lender's legal advisors to understand key aspects of legal documentation and also drive any documentation processes (term sheets, waivers, loan documentation, insolvency sale and trading agreements etc.) Developing and inputting into insolvency strategies. Delivering key aspects of insolvency assignments including trading, sales process, asset realisations, monitoring, reporting and liaising with the insolvency delivery team to ensure all statutory compliance completed. Apply an understanding of engagement economics, financial and risk management. Knowledge acquisition Build client relationship skills, sector knowledge and continue to develop leadership skills. Continue to build technical expertise, broader business advisory and people management skills. Understand the market, topical issues and our Financial Advisory propositions. People and leadership Support practice and talent development. Provide on-job coaching and development to staff. Develop junior staff outside of jobs through appraising and mentoring. Support wider Financial Advisory training initiatives. Manage diverse teams within an inclusive team culture where people are recognised for their contribution. Start to own elements of business development including actively supporting business development activities, building and expending your own contact network and supporting Director/Senior Managing Director-led marketing and sales activities. Participate in existing business development programmes and key client accounts. Identify opportunities to expand jobs as well as opportunities to provide wider Teneo services to existing clients. Take responsibility for leading marketing initiatives aimed at specific channels to market, or events. Take sector focus responsibilities. Key Skills & Experience Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent), both time and exam qualified. Restructuring experience gained either as an advisor within a professional services company, consultancy or bank. Understanding of financial statements and related data to assess historical financial performance and future outlook for client companies and prospects. Good understanding of the restructuring marketplace, its trends, and key players (principals and advisers). Very strong analytical skills, including: business analytics, business planning, short term cash flows, financing options. An understanding of insolvency legislation and practice, with experience working on insolvency assignments. Excellent interpersonal skills. Strong project management skills, with ability to lead teams and develop people. Ability to conduct business in fluent oral and written English is a pre-requisite. What can we offer you? New joiners are supported by an induction programme. As well as this we offer a whole host of benefits and reward including: 25 days holiday (plus an additional 3 days holiday over Christmas and one day to celebrate DE&I) Discretionary Bonus Scheme Cash benefits package Extensive investment in personal development & learning Enhanced maternity and paternity leave (depending on length of service) and shared parental leave Group Income Protection Life Assurance Cycle to work schemes Regular social, cultural and charitable activities About Teneo Teneo is the global CEO advisory firm. We partner with our clients globally to do great things for a better future. Drawing upon our global team and expansive network of senior advisors, we provide advisory services across our five business segments on a stand-alone or fully integrated basis to help our clients solve complex business challenges. Our clients include a significant number of the Fortune 100 and FTSE 100, as well as other corporations, financial institutions, and organizations. Our full range of advisory services includes strategic communications, investor relations, financial transactions and restructuring, management consulting, physical and cyber risk, organizational design, board and executive search, geopolitics and government affairs, corporate governance, ESG and DE&I. The firm has more than 1,600 employees located in 40+ offices around the world. Apply for this job indicates a required field First Name Last Name Email Phone Location (City) Resume/CV Please indicate your current salary Please indicate your salary expectation (GBP) Please indicate your current notice period Are you legally eligible to work in the UK? Select Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at Teneo? Select Have been employed by Teneo before? Select UK Demographic Set Teneo are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We ensure that all employees and candidates are treated fairly and we strive to ensure that our company is representative of all sections of society. We value people as individuals with diverse opinions, cultures, lifestyles and circumstances. Each employee should be respected and valued and able to give their best as a result. We want to ensure our workplace in London continues to be one where different voices are heard, valued and embraced - for the benefit of our employees and working culture, our clients and the quality of our work, as well as for the ultimate performance of our business. We are committed to equal opportunities for all and provide these opportunities irrespective of an individual's race, ethnic origin, disability, age, nationality, national origin, sex or sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief, marital status and social class. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination. In order for us to continue refining our policies, practices and ways of working to foster our desired culture, we need to collect data about our applicants during the recruitment process. Please complete our Equal Opportunities Form which will allow us to monitor and analyse our data. You are under no obligation to provide this data (for all selections there is a 'I do not wish to answer' option) but we can assure you that any information provided on this form will be treated as strictly confidential and will be used for statistical purposes only. It will not be seen by those involved in the selection process. You can find our privacy policy here. Teneo is committed to providing reasonable adjustments for qualified individuals with disabilities in our interview process. If you need assistance or an adjustment due to a disability, you may contact us at . click apply for full job details
Team Assistant Advertised by OA West End My client who is a private equity fund manager known for excellence and innovation that manages significant assets, with their senior executives being recognised leaders in the industry are seeking a Team EA / PA to a Team of 10. Based in offices close to Oxford Circus tube you will be responsible for providing pro-active EA support to 3 MD's, 4 Directors and 3 Associates who work in the underwriting team As the Executive Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our client's senior executive's daily operations run smoothly. This exciting role involves extensive travel coordination, scheduling, managing personal affairs, and handling a variety of administrative tasks. We're looking for someone who is highly organised, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities with ease. Please note, this role requires being on call 24/7, although sensible hours are normally maintained. Role: Permanent EA Salary: 55,000 per annum Fully office based - 5 days per week in the office Hours - 09.30 - 18.30 each day Key Responsibilities: Providing EA support to 3 MD's, 4 Directors and 3 Associates - Travel Coordination: Arrange complex travel itineraries, including flights, accommodations, transportation, and detailed travel agendas for both domestic and international trips. - Calendar Management: Maintain and organise the executive's schedule, including coordinating meetings, appointments, and events. Prioritise and manage multiple calendars. - Personal Assistance: Handle personal tasks such as managing household staff, overseeing personal property, coordinating family events, and other personal errands as needed. - Expense Management: Track and reconcile expense reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies. Manage the budget and financial transactions related to executive travel and personal expenses. Process expenses using Concur - Communication: Act as the primary point of contact between the executive and internal/external stakeholders. Handle correspondence, phone calls, and emails with professionalism and discretion. - Administrative Support: Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents as required. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and files. Cover reception duties as needed. - Event Planning: Organise events, parties, and social functions for both professional and personal occasions. - Office Management: Oversee printing, binding, managing databases, and filing systems as appropriate. Implement and maintain procedures and administrative systems. - Errand Running: Run errands to support the executive and the broader team as necessary. - Project Management: Assist in special projects and initiatives, ensuring timely completion and high-quality results. - Problem Solving: Proactively address issues and resolve conflicts, ensuring minimal disruption to the executive's schedule and commitments. - Reception cover - All the EA's cover Reception on occasionally so you will need to be happy with this Qualifications: - Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably in the financial services or private equity industry. - Skills: Exceptional organisational and time-management skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Attributes: Proactive and self-motivated. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Flexibility to travel and adapt to changing schedules. Professional demeanour and a high level of integrity. If you are a proactive and highly organised individual with experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably in the financial services or private equity industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's team and embark on an exciting career journey! Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Feb 09, 2025
Full time
Team Assistant Advertised by OA West End My client who is a private equity fund manager known for excellence and innovation that manages significant assets, with their senior executives being recognised leaders in the industry are seeking a Team EA / PA to a Team of 10. Based in offices close to Oxford Circus tube you will be responsible for providing pro-active EA support to 3 MD's, 4 Directors and 3 Associates who work in the underwriting team As the Executive Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our client's senior executive's daily operations run smoothly. This exciting role involves extensive travel coordination, scheduling, managing personal affairs, and handling a variety of administrative tasks. We're looking for someone who is highly organised, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities with ease. Please note, this role requires being on call 24/7, although sensible hours are normally maintained. Role: Permanent EA Salary: 55,000 per annum Fully office based - 5 days per week in the office Hours - 09.30 - 18.30 each day Key Responsibilities: Providing EA support to 3 MD's, 4 Directors and 3 Associates - Travel Coordination: Arrange complex travel itineraries, including flights, accommodations, transportation, and detailed travel agendas for both domestic and international trips. - Calendar Management: Maintain and organise the executive's schedule, including coordinating meetings, appointments, and events. Prioritise and manage multiple calendars. - Personal Assistance: Handle personal tasks such as managing household staff, overseeing personal property, coordinating family events, and other personal errands as needed. - Expense Management: Track and reconcile expense reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies. Manage the budget and financial transactions related to executive travel and personal expenses. Process expenses using Concur - Communication: Act as the primary point of contact between the executive and internal/external stakeholders. Handle correspondence, phone calls, and emails with professionalism and discretion. - Administrative Support: Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents as required. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and files. Cover reception duties as needed. - Event Planning: Organise events, parties, and social functions for both professional and personal occasions. - Office Management: Oversee printing, binding, managing databases, and filing systems as appropriate. Implement and maintain procedures and administrative systems. - Errand Running: Run errands to support the executive and the broader team as necessary. - Project Management: Assist in special projects and initiatives, ensuring timely completion and high-quality results. - Problem Solving: Proactively address issues and resolve conflicts, ensuring minimal disruption to the executive's schedule and commitments. - Reception cover - All the EA's cover Reception on occasionally so you will need to be happy with this Qualifications: - Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably in the financial services or private equity industry. - Skills: Exceptional organisational and time-management skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Attributes: Proactive and self-motivated. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Flexibility to travel and adapt to changing schedules. Professional demeanour and a high level of integrity. If you are a proactive and highly organised individual with experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably in the financial services or private equity industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's team and embark on an exciting career journey! Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straightforward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As the Director in the Financial Services Accounting and Corporate Reporting Advisory team you will play a critical role in supporting this team's Leader in ensuring that we continue to deliver on quality and the growth strategy. The accounting and corporate reporting advice and support that we provide spans accounting change (IFRS 9, 16 and 17 and transition between financial reporting frameworks), group reorganisations and structuring of transactions to achieve a desired accounting outcome, financial instruments accounting and reporting, ESG and corporate reporting and other aspects of accounting, including training. This position is ideal for a technically strong individual at a Director, Associate Director or Senior Manager level, who is ambitious, business minded and has broad experience of accounting and corporate reporting issues that are prevalent in insurance from an entity-facing background and who wishes to maximise their potential and the breadth of their experience in a growing professional services firm. You'll be someone with: Professional qualification of ACA or ACCA or equivalent Proven ability to scope, win and deliver complex accounting and corporate reporting advisory projects, including planning, controlling and completing a diverse range of projects that adhere to firm and departmental policy on quality and risk management and do so on an end-to-end basis Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly present information in a clear and concise manner Very strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to influence, lead, engage and manage a number of stakeholders Sound effective and efficient time management and organisation skills Previous people management experience Positive outcomes from quality and risk reviews within an ISQM 1 environment Very experienced in delivery of accounting and corporate reporting advice with clients in the insurance sector Demonstrated extensive knowledge of relevant technical standards (IFRS Accounting Standards and UK GAAP) and relevant laws and regulations, such as the Companies Act You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Feb 04, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straightforward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As the Director in the Financial Services Accounting and Corporate Reporting Advisory team you will play a critical role in supporting this team's Leader in ensuring that we continue to deliver on quality and the growth strategy. The accounting and corporate reporting advice and support that we provide spans accounting change (IFRS 9, 16 and 17 and transition between financial reporting frameworks), group reorganisations and structuring of transactions to achieve a desired accounting outcome, financial instruments accounting and reporting, ESG and corporate reporting and other aspects of accounting, including training. This position is ideal for a technically strong individual at a Director, Associate Director or Senior Manager level, who is ambitious, business minded and has broad experience of accounting and corporate reporting issues that are prevalent in insurance from an entity-facing background and who wishes to maximise their potential and the breadth of their experience in a growing professional services firm. You'll be someone with: Professional qualification of ACA or ACCA or equivalent Proven ability to scope, win and deliver complex accounting and corporate reporting advisory projects, including planning, controlling and completing a diverse range of projects that adhere to firm and departmental policy on quality and risk management and do so on an end-to-end basis Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly present information in a clear and concise manner Very strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to influence, lead, engage and manage a number of stakeholders Sound effective and efficient time management and organisation skills Previous people management experience Positive outcomes from quality and risk reviews within an ISQM 1 environment Very experienced in delivery of accounting and corporate reporting advice with clients in the insurance sector Demonstrated extensive knowledge of relevant technical standards (IFRS Accounting Standards and UK GAAP) and relevant laws and regulations, such as the Companies Act You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
About CFGI: Corporate Finance Group, Inc. ("CFGI") was founded in 2000 by former Big 4 professionals. CFGI is an established industry leader with the resources to successfully navigate today's complex accounting, reporting, compliance, and tax landscape. An assemblage of top-flight professionals with in-depth public accounting expertise, CFGI can fulfill a variety of client needs without the restrictions of auditor independence. We provide our clients with a unique combination of integrity, flexibility, creative solutions, and deep tax technical expertise. Many of our clients are global, market-leading, publicly held companies, while others are privately held, early-stage, or venture-backed emerging businesses. Here at CFGI, we place a high value on a culture of continued learning, where teamwork is encouraged, and professional excellence is rewarded. We offer a flexible career progression model that allows for a variety of challenging opportunities throughout your career. In 2022, CFGI opened its London office (its first outside the US) and achieved fantastic revenue in the first full year of trading, primarily derived from the accounting advisory practice. In January 2023, the UK tax practice was formed, and the UK tax partner is looking to quickly assemble a high-quality team of tax professionals to grow the tax business and provide clients with an exceptional and differentiated service. Position Summary: CFGI seeks a highly motivated tax managing director to lead its UK M&A tax offering. CFGI's unique client base of venture/PE-backed privately held companies to global multi-billion-dollar FTSE500 Companies provides for a unique environment for highly motivated self-starters to continue and enhance their careers. This position reports directly to the Partner-in-Charge of Tax and will require an in-depth knowledge of taxation as it relates to strategic PE and corporate transactions in the mergers and acquisitions lifecycle. Our Transactions Tax specialists provide a variety of services, such as tax due diligence reviews (buy-side and sell-side), advice relating to private equity and similar structures, vendor assistance, and management tax planning. The successful candidate will work with business lines, service providers, and other tax professionals in fulfilling his or her responsibilities. Initially, tax work is not expected to require 100% of the executive's time for project management and billable work, as they will be asked to do other tasks including: Interviewing and recruiting new tax team members to work under their direction. Business Development activity, including getting to know the partners at CFGI within all verticals. Identifying additional revenue streams within our clients. Principal Responsibilities: Lead M&A tax projects in accordance with the firm's standard procedures and agreed arrangements with the client, including costs and billing logistics. Perform tax due diligence reviews, tax structuring, tax modelling, and various other pre- and post-deal services. Act as the main point of contact and manage client relationships, responding quickly to queries and internal teams. Research and prepare proposals for new work, as well as taking part in presentations to prospective clients. Support in strategic targeting and business development activity, particularly in the private equity space, with the Tax Partner. Act as a people manager, including delegation and taking an active role in individuals' training and career development via on-the-job coaching, delivering formal training, and carrying out requested feedback and career conversations. Skills and Competencies: Strong expertise in tax due diligence, structuring, fund flows, and SPA review, ideally with private equity clients. Exposure to portfolio company tax work, UK and cross-border tax planning, and withholding tax is preferred. Demonstrated ability to effectively present information and appropriately respond to questions from clients and team members. Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and work under deadlines. Excellent analytical, supervisory, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills are necessary. Demonstrated ability to be accountable for independently completing assignments. Capable of collaborating and communicating with people of different technical backgrounds and roles. Education and Experience Requirements: Ten plus years of M&A tax experience in the Big-4 and/or next tier UK accounting firms. Significant experience of operating as a Senior Manager or Associate Director level (or equivalent) is necessary. Up-to-date knowledge of Transactions Tax, in a specialist capacity or as a Corporate Tax professional. Strong collaboration and teamwork skills, and an ability to adapt to changing priorities and learn new businesses quickly. Other key areas to consider: the ideal candidate must demonstrate integrity and accountability, always remaining flexible, adaptable, and willing to accept coaching, building and managing professionally healthy relationships, and continually developing awareness of business-related topics. Analytical ability to navigate work-related situations with practicality, sound reasoning, and demonstrating creativity in problem solving. Leadership skills that display good judgment and certainty in decision making, taking initiative with job-related demands, demonstrating innovative thinking and sound planning with business practices, managing individual performance toward shared organizational goals, and thinking strategically to set and accomplish goals. Bachelor's degree in accounting with a preference in holding an accounting or tax professional certification (ATII, CTA, ideally along with an ACA, ACCA).
Feb 04, 2025
Full time
About CFGI: Corporate Finance Group, Inc. ("CFGI") was founded in 2000 by former Big 4 professionals. CFGI is an established industry leader with the resources to successfully navigate today's complex accounting, reporting, compliance, and tax landscape. An assemblage of top-flight professionals with in-depth public accounting expertise, CFGI can fulfill a variety of client needs without the restrictions of auditor independence. We provide our clients with a unique combination of integrity, flexibility, creative solutions, and deep tax technical expertise. Many of our clients are global, market-leading, publicly held companies, while others are privately held, early-stage, or venture-backed emerging businesses. Here at CFGI, we place a high value on a culture of continued learning, where teamwork is encouraged, and professional excellence is rewarded. We offer a flexible career progression model that allows for a variety of challenging opportunities throughout your career. In 2022, CFGI opened its London office (its first outside the US) and achieved fantastic revenue in the first full year of trading, primarily derived from the accounting advisory practice. In January 2023, the UK tax practice was formed, and the UK tax partner is looking to quickly assemble a high-quality team of tax professionals to grow the tax business and provide clients with an exceptional and differentiated service. Position Summary: CFGI seeks a highly motivated tax managing director to lead its UK M&A tax offering. CFGI's unique client base of venture/PE-backed privately held companies to global multi-billion-dollar FTSE500 Companies provides for a unique environment for highly motivated self-starters to continue and enhance their careers. This position reports directly to the Partner-in-Charge of Tax and will require an in-depth knowledge of taxation as it relates to strategic PE and corporate transactions in the mergers and acquisitions lifecycle. Our Transactions Tax specialists provide a variety of services, such as tax due diligence reviews (buy-side and sell-side), advice relating to private equity and similar structures, vendor assistance, and management tax planning. The successful candidate will work with business lines, service providers, and other tax professionals in fulfilling his or her responsibilities. Initially, tax work is not expected to require 100% of the executive's time for project management and billable work, as they will be asked to do other tasks including: Interviewing and recruiting new tax team members to work under their direction. Business Development activity, including getting to know the partners at CFGI within all verticals. Identifying additional revenue streams within our clients. Principal Responsibilities: Lead M&A tax projects in accordance with the firm's standard procedures and agreed arrangements with the client, including costs and billing logistics. Perform tax due diligence reviews, tax structuring, tax modelling, and various other pre- and post-deal services. Act as the main point of contact and manage client relationships, responding quickly to queries and internal teams. Research and prepare proposals for new work, as well as taking part in presentations to prospective clients. Support in strategic targeting and business development activity, particularly in the private equity space, with the Tax Partner. Act as a people manager, including delegation and taking an active role in individuals' training and career development via on-the-job coaching, delivering formal training, and carrying out requested feedback and career conversations. Skills and Competencies: Strong expertise in tax due diligence, structuring, fund flows, and SPA review, ideally with private equity clients. Exposure to portfolio company tax work, UK and cross-border tax planning, and withholding tax is preferred. Demonstrated ability to effectively present information and appropriately respond to questions from clients and team members. Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and work under deadlines. Excellent analytical, supervisory, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills are necessary. Demonstrated ability to be accountable for independently completing assignments. Capable of collaborating and communicating with people of different technical backgrounds and roles. Education and Experience Requirements: Ten plus years of M&A tax experience in the Big-4 and/or next tier UK accounting firms. Significant experience of operating as a Senior Manager or Associate Director level (or equivalent) is necessary. Up-to-date knowledge of Transactions Tax, in a specialist capacity or as a Corporate Tax professional. Strong collaboration and teamwork skills, and an ability to adapt to changing priorities and learn new businesses quickly. Other key areas to consider: the ideal candidate must demonstrate integrity and accountability, always remaining flexible, adaptable, and willing to accept coaching, building and managing professionally healthy relationships, and continually developing awareness of business-related topics. Analytical ability to navigate work-related situations with practicality, sound reasoning, and demonstrating creativity in problem solving. Leadership skills that display good judgment and certainty in decision making, taking initiative with job-related demands, demonstrating innovative thinking and sound planning with business practices, managing individual performance toward shared organizational goals, and thinking strategically to set and accomplish goals. Bachelor's degree in accounting with a preference in holding an accounting or tax professional certification (ATII, CTA, ideally along with an ACA, ACCA).
Accounting and Corporate Reporting Advisory Director - ESG Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provides a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors, and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of affairs. The team works across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. As the Director in the Financial Services Accounting and Corporate Reporting Advisory team, you will play a critical role in supporting this team's Leader in ensuring that we continue to deliver on quality and the growth strategy. The accounting and corporate reporting advice and support that we provide spans accounting change (IFRS 9, 16 and 17 and transition between financial reporting frameworks), group reorganisations and structuring of transactions to achieve a desired accounting outcome, financial instruments accounting and reporting, ESG and corporate reporting, and other aspects of accounting, including training. This position is ideal for a technically strong individual at a Director, Associate Director or Senior Manager level, who is ambitious, business-minded, and has broad experience of ESG and corporate reporting issues that are prevalent in Financial Services from an entity-facing background and who wishes to maximise their potential and the breadth of their experience in a growing professional services firm. You'll be someone with: Professional qualification of ACA or ACCA or equivalent Proven ability to scope, win and deliver complex accounting and corporate reporting advisory projects, including planning, controlling and completing a diverse range of projects that adhere to firm and departmental policy on quality and risk management Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly present information in a clear and concise manner Very strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to influence, lead, engage and manage a number of stakeholders Sound effective and efficient time management and organisation skills Previous people management experience Positive outcomes from quality and risk reviews within an ISQM 1 environment Very experienced in delivery of accounting and corporate reporting advice with clients in the financial services industry Demonstrated extensive knowledge of relevant technical standards (IFRS Accounting Standards, IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards, CSRD, TCFD and UK GAAP) and relevant laws and regulations, such as the Companies Act You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity, and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Feb 03, 2025
Full time
Accounting and Corporate Reporting Advisory Director - ESG Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provides a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors, and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of affairs. The team works across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. As the Director in the Financial Services Accounting and Corporate Reporting Advisory team, you will play a critical role in supporting this team's Leader in ensuring that we continue to deliver on quality and the growth strategy. The accounting and corporate reporting advice and support that we provide spans accounting change (IFRS 9, 16 and 17 and transition between financial reporting frameworks), group reorganisations and structuring of transactions to achieve a desired accounting outcome, financial instruments accounting and reporting, ESG and corporate reporting, and other aspects of accounting, including training. This position is ideal for a technically strong individual at a Director, Associate Director or Senior Manager level, who is ambitious, business-minded, and has broad experience of ESG and corporate reporting issues that are prevalent in Financial Services from an entity-facing background and who wishes to maximise their potential and the breadth of their experience in a growing professional services firm. You'll be someone with: Professional qualification of ACA or ACCA or equivalent Proven ability to scope, win and deliver complex accounting and corporate reporting advisory projects, including planning, controlling and completing a diverse range of projects that adhere to firm and departmental policy on quality and risk management Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly present information in a clear and concise manner Very strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to influence, lead, engage and manage a number of stakeholders Sound effective and efficient time management and organisation skills Previous people management experience Positive outcomes from quality and risk reviews within an ISQM 1 environment Very experienced in delivery of accounting and corporate reporting advice with clients in the financial services industry Demonstrated extensive knowledge of relevant technical standards (IFRS Accounting Standards, IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards, CSRD, TCFD and UK GAAP) and relevant laws and regulations, such as the Companies Act You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity, and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Director, Head Global Markets KYC Apply locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id -WD Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count? Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's leading financial groups. Across the globe, we're 120,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world. With a vision to be the world's most trusted financial group, it's part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career. Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded. Global Corporate & Investment Banking ("GCIB") is the division responsible for managing the Bank's key international client relationships and main financing products (Syndication, Structured & Project Finance, Securitisation, Working Capital Solutions, ECA financing, etc.). The GCIB Business Management function is responsible for supporting the management and business units within GCIB from, inter alia, a strategic, operational and governance perspective ensuring the business maintains its 'license to operate'. The position is also supposed to assist GCIB management to develop and implement GCIB strategy across EMEA entities. FLoD KYC is set up to support MUFG Bank and Securities business to manage the client KYC for New Business and Periodic assessments thereby enhancing client experience and generating efficiencies. FLoD KYC function for EMEA covers Onboarding, Periodic assessments, Quality Controls, Quality Assurance, Policy & Training along with AML and Shared services functions including BoW management, Screening etc. This individual will work closely with the Head of FLoD KYC, deputising as required. The role will hold a high level of responsibility and exposure to senior management within MUFG Bank, as well as key stakeholders globally. As such strong strategic planning, effective stakeholder management, and the ability to influence at all levels are key. The individual will also be required to support the wider team, as required, on complex issues, volume/capacity management as well as being a key decision maker on KYC procedural/process aspects. This individual will be a key representative and focal point within FLoD KYC team working closely with stakeholders to ensure MUFG understands all associated risks and maintaining the highest standards, whilst managing business needs. In-depth understanding of related regulatory guidance is therefore essential, in addition to comprehension of business processes. A key aspect to this role is the effective resource and capacity management, stakeholder management, and a drive to improve the onboarding service and turnaround times provided to the prospect clients and the business. ROLES, SCOPE and REPORTING STRUCTURE The Head Global Markets (GM) KYC reports into: Head FLoD KYC Head Global Markets (GM) KYC has oversight of approximately 3+ employees. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for Team's delivery: Ensure that all client onboardings and Periodic assessments for Global Markets covering all Primary and Secondary relationships are managed effectively and within the targeted turnaround times. Make sure applicable "Know your Customer" requirements have been met and ensure that the business remained fully compliant with the AML policy and all applicable regulatory requirements. End to End KYC: Role involves managing end to end process for both New Business and periodic assessments including Client Outreach, partnering with second line AML functions, SLA Management, MI, Restrictions/exits etc. Liaison for end to end onboarding: Work closely with end to end onboarding teams and support teams within Tax, Credit, Legal, FCoE and Data to ensure overall TAT is adhered to and enhance client onboarding experience within Securities across MUSE, MUSEU and MUS Asia. Time criticality and Data sensitivity: Able to manage highly time-sensitive new business deals (Incl. Capital Markets, Sales & Trading) and deal effectively with MNPI data for potential new transactions. Audit & Issues Management: Role will be responsible to maintain a strong KYC control environment for the firm with responsibility to resolve all issues within timelines managing the process effectively. As the head of GM KYC, the role is also responsible to ensure audit RFIs are responded to within the agreed timelines and the FLoD KYC function secures a satisfactory audit rating. Capacity planning, Pipeline management and forecasting of volumes: Ensure capacity planning is undertaken and forecasting of volumes is conducted periodically to proactively manage capacity for volume spikes, triggers and expected business growth. Senior Subject Matter Expert (SME): Act as a senior SME within the KYC team in relation to all KYC aspects from processing to specific policy-related queries management. Escalation point for Business: Ensure all escalations from internal and external stakeholders are addressed promptly with response within the agreed TAT, ensuring compliance with AML policy and regulations. Representing KYC Team & Stakeholder engagement: Represent the FLoD KYC Team on KYC matters to key stakeholders including management, compliance, regulators, and auditors where needed. Expectation for this role will be to establish strong stakeholder engagement across all Securities Primary and Secondary Desks and to present clear and concise information confidently at all levels. Ownership of MI preparation for Onboarding: Responsible, alongside the Head of KYC and Lead Data/MI to create, develop, and publish a suite of Management information reports - both regular MI reporting and ad-hoc analysis as and when required. It is essential that the reports published are clear and are produced to a qualitative standard. Training, Development & people management: Carry out people and performance management for Global Markets KYC Teams. Coach and mentor them onshore and offshore. Provide support to the Head of KYC and share responsibility for Training & Development including career pathing across KYC. May also be required to provide training to their respective business lines. Owning Team Procedures and Processes: Responsible for ensuring that team procedures and processes are up to date, accurate and reflect all policy and regulatory change and kept UpToDate with standards. Liaison with Compliance: Act as a Compliance Liaison function for related matter, meeting with Financial Crime on a regular basis, ensuring queries are resolved, ad-hoc analysis and reporting is completed. Active involvement in driving procedural and policy improvements: Actively seek out opportunities to improve the KYC process; including the strengthening & implementation of controls and improving efficiency. Budget & Cost: Manage costs for the Global Markets KYC team in collaboration with BM, Head FLoD KYC and in line with the offshoring strategy to be within the budget. Plan for effective cost control environment while creating process and productivity efficiencies. When there is a business requirement the role will also have to be flexible to provide support to the periodic reviews and remediation function for Bank and Securities. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS Skills and experience: Functional / Technical Competencies: Essential Awareness of UK & European Anti-Money Laundering regulations. KYC SME with hands-on experience in end to end KYC. Knowledge of various corporate structures Financial Institutions, Banks and NBFIs, Fund Managers, Hedge Funds and Insurance entities. Strong understanding and experience in managing teams involved in or supporting Trade Lifecycle activities and profound understanding of various asset classes. Awareness of Markets Regulations (FATCA/CRS, MIFID II, emir, SBSD, Volcker). Able to communicate effectively to key stakeholders at all levels and drive positive outcomes. Experienced people manager running teams onsite and virtually. Face to face connects with Front Office, Clients, Compliance and other stakeholders as needed. Self-motivated to find solutions. Attention to detail is essential. Ability to effectively utilise Microsoft Office (particularly excel and power point). Experience of preparing MI and presentations. Education / Qualifications: Essential Degree Level or relevant industry experience. Preferred: Relevant qualifications in Anti Money Laundering, fraud and bribery or Financial Crime roles would be highly desirable. Languages skills are not mandatory but would be beneficial as this role covers EMEA. Personal requirements: Excellent communication skills. Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability. A proactive, motivated approach. The ability to operate with urgency and prioritize work accordingly. Strong decision making skills, the ability to demonstrate sound judgement. . click apply for full job details
Jan 27, 2025
Full time
Director, Head Global Markets KYC Apply locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id -WD Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count? Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's leading financial groups. Across the globe, we're 120,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world. With a vision to be the world's most trusted financial group, it's part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career. Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded. Global Corporate & Investment Banking ("GCIB") is the division responsible for managing the Bank's key international client relationships and main financing products (Syndication, Structured & Project Finance, Securitisation, Working Capital Solutions, ECA financing, etc.). The GCIB Business Management function is responsible for supporting the management and business units within GCIB from, inter alia, a strategic, operational and governance perspective ensuring the business maintains its 'license to operate'. The position is also supposed to assist GCIB management to develop and implement GCIB strategy across EMEA entities. FLoD KYC is set up to support MUFG Bank and Securities business to manage the client KYC for New Business and Periodic assessments thereby enhancing client experience and generating efficiencies. FLoD KYC function for EMEA covers Onboarding, Periodic assessments, Quality Controls, Quality Assurance, Policy & Training along with AML and Shared services functions including BoW management, Screening etc. This individual will work closely with the Head of FLoD KYC, deputising as required. The role will hold a high level of responsibility and exposure to senior management within MUFG Bank, as well as key stakeholders globally. As such strong strategic planning, effective stakeholder management, and the ability to influence at all levels are key. The individual will also be required to support the wider team, as required, on complex issues, volume/capacity management as well as being a key decision maker on KYC procedural/process aspects. This individual will be a key representative and focal point within FLoD KYC team working closely with stakeholders to ensure MUFG understands all associated risks and maintaining the highest standards, whilst managing business needs. In-depth understanding of related regulatory guidance is therefore essential, in addition to comprehension of business processes. A key aspect to this role is the effective resource and capacity management, stakeholder management, and a drive to improve the onboarding service and turnaround times provided to the prospect clients and the business. ROLES, SCOPE and REPORTING STRUCTURE The Head Global Markets (GM) KYC reports into: Head FLoD KYC Head Global Markets (GM) KYC has oversight of approximately 3+ employees. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for Team's delivery: Ensure that all client onboardings and Periodic assessments for Global Markets covering all Primary and Secondary relationships are managed effectively and within the targeted turnaround times. Make sure applicable "Know your Customer" requirements have been met and ensure that the business remained fully compliant with the AML policy and all applicable regulatory requirements. End to End KYC: Role involves managing end to end process for both New Business and periodic assessments including Client Outreach, partnering with second line AML functions, SLA Management, MI, Restrictions/exits etc. Liaison for end to end onboarding: Work closely with end to end onboarding teams and support teams within Tax, Credit, Legal, FCoE and Data to ensure overall TAT is adhered to and enhance client onboarding experience within Securities across MUSE, MUSEU and MUS Asia. Time criticality and Data sensitivity: Able to manage highly time-sensitive new business deals (Incl. Capital Markets, Sales & Trading) and deal effectively with MNPI data for potential new transactions. Audit & Issues Management: Role will be responsible to maintain a strong KYC control environment for the firm with responsibility to resolve all issues within timelines managing the process effectively. As the head of GM KYC, the role is also responsible to ensure audit RFIs are responded to within the agreed timelines and the FLoD KYC function secures a satisfactory audit rating. Capacity planning, Pipeline management and forecasting of volumes: Ensure capacity planning is undertaken and forecasting of volumes is conducted periodically to proactively manage capacity for volume spikes, triggers and expected business growth. Senior Subject Matter Expert (SME): Act as a senior SME within the KYC team in relation to all KYC aspects from processing to specific policy-related queries management. Escalation point for Business: Ensure all escalations from internal and external stakeholders are addressed promptly with response within the agreed TAT, ensuring compliance with AML policy and regulations. Representing KYC Team & Stakeholder engagement: Represent the FLoD KYC Team on KYC matters to key stakeholders including management, compliance, regulators, and auditors where needed. Expectation for this role will be to establish strong stakeholder engagement across all Securities Primary and Secondary Desks and to present clear and concise information confidently at all levels. Ownership of MI preparation for Onboarding: Responsible, alongside the Head of KYC and Lead Data/MI to create, develop, and publish a suite of Management information reports - both regular MI reporting and ad-hoc analysis as and when required. It is essential that the reports published are clear and are produced to a qualitative standard. Training, Development & people management: Carry out people and performance management for Global Markets KYC Teams. Coach and mentor them onshore and offshore. Provide support to the Head of KYC and share responsibility for Training & Development including career pathing across KYC. May also be required to provide training to their respective business lines. Owning Team Procedures and Processes: Responsible for ensuring that team procedures and processes are up to date, accurate and reflect all policy and regulatory change and kept UpToDate with standards. Liaison with Compliance: Act as a Compliance Liaison function for related matter, meeting with Financial Crime on a regular basis, ensuring queries are resolved, ad-hoc analysis and reporting is completed. Active involvement in driving procedural and policy improvements: Actively seek out opportunities to improve the KYC process; including the strengthening & implementation of controls and improving efficiency. Budget & Cost: Manage costs for the Global Markets KYC team in collaboration with BM, Head FLoD KYC and in line with the offshoring strategy to be within the budget. Plan for effective cost control environment while creating process and productivity efficiencies. When there is a business requirement the role will also have to be flexible to provide support to the periodic reviews and remediation function for Bank and Securities. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS Skills and experience: Functional / Technical Competencies: Essential Awareness of UK & European Anti-Money Laundering regulations. KYC SME with hands-on experience in end to end KYC. Knowledge of various corporate structures Financial Institutions, Banks and NBFIs, Fund Managers, Hedge Funds and Insurance entities. Strong understanding and experience in managing teams involved in or supporting Trade Lifecycle activities and profound understanding of various asset classes. Awareness of Markets Regulations (FATCA/CRS, MIFID II, emir, SBSD, Volcker). Able to communicate effectively to key stakeholders at all levels and drive positive outcomes. Experienced people manager running teams onsite and virtually. Face to face connects with Front Office, Clients, Compliance and other stakeholders as needed. Self-motivated to find solutions. Attention to detail is essential. Ability to effectively utilise Microsoft Office (particularly excel and power point). Experience of preparing MI and presentations. Education / Qualifications: Essential Degree Level or relevant industry experience. Preferred: Relevant qualifications in Anti Money Laundering, fraud and bribery or Financial Crime roles would be highly desirable. Languages skills are not mandatory but would be beneficial as this role covers EMEA. Personal requirements: Excellent communication skills. Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability. A proactive, motivated approach. The ability to operate with urgency and prioritize work accordingly. Strong decision making skills, the ability to demonstrate sound judgement. . click apply for full job details
We are the EssenceMediacom Worldwide Programmatic team, servicing both centrally executed campaigns in multiple languages as well as coordinating and supporting strategic directions across markets. We work on a mix of blue-chip clients for both direct and brand led initiatives including but not limited to: The Coca Cola Company, EY, Dell, adidas & Sony. We are looking for a driven and enthusiastic Programmatic specialist to join EssenceMediacom Worldwide as a Programmatic Senior Associate Director. This is an opportunity to become part of a specialist planning & buying team with an international remit across truly global advertisers. We have an integrated approach to planning, and you would gain exposure to all media channels with the opportunity to feed insights back into programmatic strategies. The successful candidate will be able to develop their career with EssenceMediacom as they will be enabled to continually improve and expand on their programmatic skills, with growth opportunities both upwards and sideways. The candidate will also have the opportunity to work across a diverse client base and help to shape and inform client strategy. Accountabilities include: Account Management and client servicing Ultimate responsibility of client interaction and the success of the relationship, with a focus on key strategic relationship, and team operations/deliverables. Agree and set business objectives for each client and review campaign performance against these objectives. Create/design programmatic strategy for client portfolio, ensuring strategy is clear and most appropriate to the client's objectives and KPIs. Proactively educating clients and key internal stakeholders, reviewing, re-purposing, building, and delivering educational material for the benefits of your client base. Oversee the team in their delivery ensuring that programmatic strategy and trading best practice and frameworks are adhered to, and that the team is able to demonstrate continued account evolution. Train and support specialist campaign managers to increase knowledge across the department. Take ownership of client's programmatic strategic approach, campaign planning, implementation and reporting, as well as the client relationship. Build and maintain relationships with priority and preferred technology partners. Identify areas of growth opportunities (or limitations) that exist for the team and clients' business and generates business plans for their development. Operating and Technical Requirement The effective day-to-day running of the accounts that sit within it. Financial accuracy, through the planning and buying process, and reconciliation of spends, including client terms and programmatic fees. The integration and understanding of other digital channels within the wider context of client business and media mix, by both internal and external stakeholders. The appropriate use of tools to drive accountability, operational efficiencies and actionable business insights; with the scoping of costs and agreed client outputs. Act responsibly and professionally at all times, representing the team, department and company. Be responsible for 100% financial accountability on clients' business. Drive revenue growth through spotting new opportunities and delivering excellent results. People Management The ability to manage, motivate and train individuals, in line with business requirements, resource, and development needs. Ensure individuals workloads are managed and prioritised in line with client needs and SLAs. Clearly outline tasks and objectives with the PBU Director, with specific deliverables and timelines for progression. To have identified training requirements with Line Manager, and a formal plan for delivery over 12 months. To be responsible for the team's development (their 360's, and task & objectives), and to be tied in to their own objectives. Highlight great teamwork, and client initiatives. Demonstrate examples of Programmatic best practice to the wider team, and contribute to department and wider agency PR and communications. Diarise weekly 'WIP' catch-ups, and regular task reviews. Complete weekly time sheets, holiday/sickness forms, CPD. New business Support Head of Programmatic on New Business RFIs and RPFs. Participate in pitches and help with new business wins. Identify areas of possible business growth within existing client base. Establish and maintain relationships with key decision makers in order to secure new business. Up-selling and cross-selling PBU services for direct response and performance. A bit about your skills and experience: An in-depth understanding of the programmatic landscape as it relates to various channels including display and video. Proven knowledge and experience in Programmatic and DSP implementations. Experience of Programmatic tools, campaigns delivery and participate actively in Programmatic discussions with clients and internal teams. Detailed knowledge of all programmatic transactions from automated guaranteed to the open exchange and everything in between. Experience working with multiple technology platforms: DSPs, DMPs, verification tools, viewability, analytics etc. Deep knowledge and commitment to continued improvement in quality, brand safety and viewability across clients, including quality assurance frameworks for the PBU and product verification capabilities. Create a matrix for test & learn and report findings. Discuss and brief new campaign elements and reporting requirements to team and manage status reporting upwards for successes and challenges at all times. Oversee the team in their planning, management, optimisation and reporting of direct response and brand advertising campaigns. Working with Head of PBU developing the programmatic pillars of data, strategy, operations, planning and insights. To understand the role of programmatic media within the wider marketing mix, its strategic importance throughout the customer journey and relative performance through the application of Econometrics. Strong project management skills and an efficient working style.
Jan 26, 2025
Full time
We are the EssenceMediacom Worldwide Programmatic team, servicing both centrally executed campaigns in multiple languages as well as coordinating and supporting strategic directions across markets. We work on a mix of blue-chip clients for both direct and brand led initiatives including but not limited to: The Coca Cola Company, EY, Dell, adidas & Sony. We are looking for a driven and enthusiastic Programmatic specialist to join EssenceMediacom Worldwide as a Programmatic Senior Associate Director. This is an opportunity to become part of a specialist planning & buying team with an international remit across truly global advertisers. We have an integrated approach to planning, and you would gain exposure to all media channels with the opportunity to feed insights back into programmatic strategies. The successful candidate will be able to develop their career with EssenceMediacom as they will be enabled to continually improve and expand on their programmatic skills, with growth opportunities both upwards and sideways. The candidate will also have the opportunity to work across a diverse client base and help to shape and inform client strategy. Accountabilities include: Account Management and client servicing Ultimate responsibility of client interaction and the success of the relationship, with a focus on key strategic relationship, and team operations/deliverables. Agree and set business objectives for each client and review campaign performance against these objectives. Create/design programmatic strategy for client portfolio, ensuring strategy is clear and most appropriate to the client's objectives and KPIs. Proactively educating clients and key internal stakeholders, reviewing, re-purposing, building, and delivering educational material for the benefits of your client base. Oversee the team in their delivery ensuring that programmatic strategy and trading best practice and frameworks are adhered to, and that the team is able to demonstrate continued account evolution. Train and support specialist campaign managers to increase knowledge across the department. Take ownership of client's programmatic strategic approach, campaign planning, implementation and reporting, as well as the client relationship. Build and maintain relationships with priority and preferred technology partners. Identify areas of growth opportunities (or limitations) that exist for the team and clients' business and generates business plans for their development. Operating and Technical Requirement The effective day-to-day running of the accounts that sit within it. Financial accuracy, through the planning and buying process, and reconciliation of spends, including client terms and programmatic fees. The integration and understanding of other digital channels within the wider context of client business and media mix, by both internal and external stakeholders. The appropriate use of tools to drive accountability, operational efficiencies and actionable business insights; with the scoping of costs and agreed client outputs. Act responsibly and professionally at all times, representing the team, department and company. Be responsible for 100% financial accountability on clients' business. Drive revenue growth through spotting new opportunities and delivering excellent results. People Management The ability to manage, motivate and train individuals, in line with business requirements, resource, and development needs. Ensure individuals workloads are managed and prioritised in line with client needs and SLAs. Clearly outline tasks and objectives with the PBU Director, with specific deliverables and timelines for progression. To have identified training requirements with Line Manager, and a formal plan for delivery over 12 months. To be responsible for the team's development (their 360's, and task & objectives), and to be tied in to their own objectives. Highlight great teamwork, and client initiatives. Demonstrate examples of Programmatic best practice to the wider team, and contribute to department and wider agency PR and communications. Diarise weekly 'WIP' catch-ups, and regular task reviews. Complete weekly time sheets, holiday/sickness forms, CPD. New business Support Head of Programmatic on New Business RFIs and RPFs. Participate in pitches and help with new business wins. Identify areas of possible business growth within existing client base. Establish and maintain relationships with key decision makers in order to secure new business. Up-selling and cross-selling PBU services for direct response and performance. A bit about your skills and experience: An in-depth understanding of the programmatic landscape as it relates to various channels including display and video. Proven knowledge and experience in Programmatic and DSP implementations. Experience of Programmatic tools, campaigns delivery and participate actively in Programmatic discussions with clients and internal teams. Detailed knowledge of all programmatic transactions from automated guaranteed to the open exchange and everything in between. Experience working with multiple technology platforms: DSPs, DMPs, verification tools, viewability, analytics etc. Deep knowledge and commitment to continued improvement in quality, brand safety and viewability across clients, including quality assurance frameworks for the PBU and product verification capabilities. Create a matrix for test & learn and report findings. Discuss and brief new campaign elements and reporting requirements to team and manage status reporting upwards for successes and challenges at all times. Oversee the team in their planning, management, optimisation and reporting of direct response and brand advertising campaigns. Working with Head of PBU developing the programmatic pillars of data, strategy, operations, planning and insights. To understand the role of programmatic media within the wider marketing mix, its strategic importance throughout the customer journey and relative performance through the application of Econometrics. Strong project management skills and an efficient working style.
Warner Scott Recruitment Ltd
Manchester, Lancashire
My client is a market leading Advisory Team, who are looking for either an Associate Director or Manager to join Debt and Capital Advisory team. This is a really exciting opportunity to work with high profile clients and focus on the upper mid-market debt sector. You will have the opportunity to work on diverse mandates and gain exposure to deals in a varied industries. This role will enhance your knowledge of loans, ABL's corporate debt, leverage finance deals and stressed business. You will also get the opportunity to be involved with business development as this team actively seek to expand the portfolio of clients that the team works with. Essential & desirable skills and experience:- ACA Qualified - At least 4 years of experience in debt advisory, transaction services or M&A- Proven history at working for top accountancy firm or bank- Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail - An ability to provide solutions in high stress situations- Proactiveness in bringing in new clients for the business
Dec 19, 2022
Full time
My client is a market leading Advisory Team, who are looking for either an Associate Director or Manager to join Debt and Capital Advisory team. This is a really exciting opportunity to work with high profile clients and focus on the upper mid-market debt sector. You will have the opportunity to work on diverse mandates and gain exposure to deals in a varied industries. This role will enhance your knowledge of loans, ABL's corporate debt, leverage finance deals and stressed business. You will also get the opportunity to be involved with business development as this team actively seek to expand the portfolio of clients that the team works with. Essential & desirable skills and experience:- ACA Qualified - At least 4 years of experience in debt advisory, transaction services or M&A- Proven history at working for top accountancy firm or bank- Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail - An ability to provide solutions in high stress situations- Proactiveness in bringing in new clients for the business
The Sustainability Service Line is a rapidly growing, global group of successful teams working together to present a go-to-market differentiator whilst delivering the highest quality of work for our clients. If you are successful in securing a role on our Sustainability Services team, you will join innovative sector and subject matter experts supporting clients in navigating strategic topics in the sustainability space. Our advisory teams are at the forefront of clients' net-zero roadmaps, human rights strategic engagements, large international infrastructure projects, global M&A transactions, high-profile forensic investigations and integrated reporting; all with the aim of adding value to clients by finding solutions to a range of issues as one collaborative team. Job Purpose As part of Mazars, you will have an opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of our Global and UK offer, ensuring that we add value to businesses whilst also driving impact. Reporting to the UK Associate Director of Human Rights and Social Impact, your focus will be on delivering human rights and labour standards project work across client value chains, following the principles of the UNGPs, ILO Conventions and OECD Due Diligence Guidelines. You will also have an opportunity to contribute to the wider work of the Sustainability Services teams across our Global Sustainability community. To keep pace with Mazars international sustainability success, evolving regulation and market sentiment, Mazars in the UK is seeking an experienced business and human rights and social impact professional to join our team. This role presents an excellent opportunity to grow your career whilst helping our clients navigate and positively contribute to the sustainability agenda. Working alongside our existing sustainability team and interacting regularly with our global centres of excellence. You will support international and local clients with the establishment and maintenance of their human rights and labour standards programs including program strategy, governance structure, due diligence and remedy, reporting and target setting. This role offers a great opportunity for experienced sustainability professionals looking to take their career to the next level via additional business development, team management and/or international exposure. Responsibilities Acting as a consultant for client human rights and labour standards programs Providing technical consultation support to reporting and assurance teams looking at business and human rights and social issues Participating in business development activity - prospect meetings, preparation of proposals and project plans Contributing to team development and supporting internal processes Supporting international client projects as required Active member of Mazars global sustainability service line community Requirements Ability to articulate the sustainability business case Commercially focused and adept in applying knowledge to differing client situations Degree or higher - sustainability, social impact, business, finance or accounting Extensive experience & knowledge in the field of human rights, labour standards and social issues Familiar with UK sustainability reporting guidelines and GRI standards Experience of the application of UNGPs in business, modern slavery acts, ILO Conventions and OECD Due Diligence guidelines Strong track record of developing and maintaining human rights and social impact programs, either as a consultant or in-house team member Experience of the following would be deemed advantageous: responsible procurement strategies from a human rights viewpoint human rights impact assessment and supply chain risk reviews social value quantification performing social impact and human rights due diligence and reporting social audit standards and their application in local and global value chains Strong research, analytical and report writing skills Team player with good interpersonal and senior management communication skills Inclusion and Diversity At Mazars inclusion and diversity are central to our values. We recognise that being an inclusive and diverse organisation makes us stronger as a business. We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diverse nature of our clients and communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age and disability. Mazars selects candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and experience.
Dec 15, 2022
Full time
The Sustainability Service Line is a rapidly growing, global group of successful teams working together to present a go-to-market differentiator whilst delivering the highest quality of work for our clients. If you are successful in securing a role on our Sustainability Services team, you will join innovative sector and subject matter experts supporting clients in navigating strategic topics in the sustainability space. Our advisory teams are at the forefront of clients' net-zero roadmaps, human rights strategic engagements, large international infrastructure projects, global M&A transactions, high-profile forensic investigations and integrated reporting; all with the aim of adding value to clients by finding solutions to a range of issues as one collaborative team. Job Purpose As part of Mazars, you will have an opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of our Global and UK offer, ensuring that we add value to businesses whilst also driving impact. Reporting to the UK Associate Director of Human Rights and Social Impact, your focus will be on delivering human rights and labour standards project work across client value chains, following the principles of the UNGPs, ILO Conventions and OECD Due Diligence Guidelines. You will also have an opportunity to contribute to the wider work of the Sustainability Services teams across our Global Sustainability community. To keep pace with Mazars international sustainability success, evolving regulation and market sentiment, Mazars in the UK is seeking an experienced business and human rights and social impact professional to join our team. This role presents an excellent opportunity to grow your career whilst helping our clients navigate and positively contribute to the sustainability agenda. Working alongside our existing sustainability team and interacting regularly with our global centres of excellence. You will support international and local clients with the establishment and maintenance of their human rights and labour standards programs including program strategy, governance structure, due diligence and remedy, reporting and target setting. This role offers a great opportunity for experienced sustainability professionals looking to take their career to the next level via additional business development, team management and/or international exposure. Responsibilities Acting as a consultant for client human rights and labour standards programs Providing technical consultation support to reporting and assurance teams looking at business and human rights and social issues Participating in business development activity - prospect meetings, preparation of proposals and project plans Contributing to team development and supporting internal processes Supporting international client projects as required Active member of Mazars global sustainability service line community Requirements Ability to articulate the sustainability business case Commercially focused and adept in applying knowledge to differing client situations Degree or higher - sustainability, social impact, business, finance or accounting Extensive experience & knowledge in the field of human rights, labour standards and social issues Familiar with UK sustainability reporting guidelines and GRI standards Experience of the application of UNGPs in business, modern slavery acts, ILO Conventions and OECD Due Diligence guidelines Strong track record of developing and maintaining human rights and social impact programs, either as a consultant or in-house team member Experience of the following would be deemed advantageous: responsible procurement strategies from a human rights viewpoint human rights impact assessment and supply chain risk reviews social value quantification performing social impact and human rights due diligence and reporting social audit standards and their application in local and global value chains Strong research, analytical and report writing skills Team player with good interpersonal and senior management communication skills Inclusion and Diversity At Mazars inclusion and diversity are central to our values. We recognise that being an inclusive and diverse organisation makes us stronger as a business. We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diverse nature of our clients and communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age and disability. Mazars selects candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and experience.
Parkinson Gray Associates are working with a well-known, leading building services group who are looking to recruit a Head of Finance, to be responsible for the day to day running of the Accounts Department, including the day to day processing and recording of financial transactions. Salary : £50,000 - £65,000 Hours of Work : 40hrs per week Monday - Friday, full time Office based Key responsibilities: Manage and help provide support to the Accounts team Management of site Finance functions and development of wider finance team Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure best practice Work closely with Senior Managers in understanding key cost drivers of contract profitability Providing appropriate analysis and recommendations to influence key decisions Review key risks and identify potential risks Ensuring financial controls are robust and fit for purpose Review Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger processing; including review of practises and processes to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations. Manage and Support payroll function and oversee/prepare payroll analysis reports. Maintain daily/weekly cash flow forecast Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including updating and balancing Fixed Asset register and assisting with managing capital expenditure. Analyse WIP each month end and instigate housekeeping of information in Sage to facilitate month end procedures Prepare departmental cost centre analysis and reporting, including management reporting for decision making. Follow up and discuss with departmental managers. To undertake any other relevant duties within the overall scope of this post as may be requested by the Managing Director The ideal applicant will have: Either relevant financial qualification (CIMA or ACCA) Experience in managing a finance function and managing a team of people Proven technical ability with understanding of modern information systems and with a meticulous and methodical approach. Flexible approach to work, willing to work until the job is complete. Intellectual with a strong commercial acumen. Ability to think 'outside the box' and to assimilate data into meaningful financial information. If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience for the Head of Finance role, please apply now, or contact me, Natalija Bezrodnaja, for a conversation in total confidence
Dec 14, 2022
Full time
Parkinson Gray Associates are working with a well-known, leading building services group who are looking to recruit a Head of Finance, to be responsible for the day to day running of the Accounts Department, including the day to day processing and recording of financial transactions. Salary : £50,000 - £65,000 Hours of Work : 40hrs per week Monday - Friday, full time Office based Key responsibilities: Manage and help provide support to the Accounts team Management of site Finance functions and development of wider finance team Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure best practice Work closely with Senior Managers in understanding key cost drivers of contract profitability Providing appropriate analysis and recommendations to influence key decisions Review key risks and identify potential risks Ensuring financial controls are robust and fit for purpose Review Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger processing; including review of practises and processes to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations. Manage and Support payroll function and oversee/prepare payroll analysis reports. Maintain daily/weekly cash flow forecast Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including updating and balancing Fixed Asset register and assisting with managing capital expenditure. Analyse WIP each month end and instigate housekeeping of information in Sage to facilitate month end procedures Prepare departmental cost centre analysis and reporting, including management reporting for decision making. Follow up and discuss with departmental managers. To undertake any other relevant duties within the overall scope of this post as may be requested by the Managing Director The ideal applicant will have: Either relevant financial qualification (CIMA or ACCA) Experience in managing a finance function and managing a team of people Proven technical ability with understanding of modern information systems and with a meticulous and methodical approach. Flexible approach to work, willing to work until the job is complete. Intellectual with a strong commercial acumen. Ability to think 'outside the box' and to assimilate data into meaningful financial information. If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience for the Head of Finance role, please apply now, or contact me, Natalija Bezrodnaja, for a conversation in total confidence
As a Delivery Manager you'll have the opportunity to work in a modern, dynamic and fun environment, with the backing of a FTSE100 organisation. As one of the Delivery Managers for our website, you have the challenge of working on and improving live products used by millions of users across the world. To give you an idea of the scale, our premierinn website handles nearly £2billion worth of transactions a year. This role manages the day to day workload of one or more DevOps delivery teams in activities ranging from scrum ceremonies and refinement sessions through to reviewing operational performance/stability and managing production issues as and when they occur. What you will be doing: Work alongside senior commercial and IT stakeholders to ensure your teams deliver the highest standards of quality whether that be in building, releasing, maintaining or reporting on your product platform Work across the Delivery and Engineering teams to ensure the DevOps strategy is followed Be in effect the face of Digital technology for all internal and external parties with a vested interest in your product platform ranging from Whitbread executives through to 1st line support engineers and on occasion our valued customers so you will manage pro-active and reactive communications with finesse, humility and authority. You will regularly be in situations where you will be face to face with board level directors, managing the expectations they place on a technical owner of their £1.4bn sales platform, developing and maintaining their confidence in both you, your teams and the overall Digital technology function Be the primary point of contact for your counterpart Product Manager. Alongside the Product Manager and the Engineering Managers responsible for the layers of technology that make up your product platform, you will lead the planning of both the future initiatives pipeline readiness but also the forward planning of people and system capacity estimating and associated budgeting on a rolling 12 months Be part of the Digital management team with an attitude for 24/7 ownership of both your own platform but also the overall Digital platform and its reputation within the business and with our various customer bases Push the boundaries of what we believe good looks like through leading Digital management initiatives, driving improvements across people, processes and systems. You will hate to fail but not scared to do so either and you will instil this into the teams you manage and support courage in your management peers Manage both the dependencies and the interfaces between projects, channels and platforms, as well as the risks and issues jeopardising your teams' success, ensuring that the appropriate resources are utilised, stakeholders are regularly informed and that the consequences of any actions are clearly understood What we'd like you to have: Solid experience operating within Agile teams in a leadership capacity 5+ years of Scrum Master experience Certifications and extensive experience with Scrum, SAFe, Kanban, DevOps Advanced level of skill with Jira, Confluence, Microsoft 365 (Office), Mural Proven experience of delivering high availability highly transactional B2C and B2B services A demonstrable passion for digital experiences Strong stakeholder management skills with multiple external suppliers/service providers. Online/digital/direct-to-consumer industry experience. Strong facilitation and presentation skills. In return, we will offer you: An annual Whitbread performance incentive worth up to 30% of base salary Car Allowance/Car An optional contributory pension matched up to 10% Individual / Family BUPA healthcare Up to 60% discount on Premier Inn stays and a regular 25% discount in our Restaurant brands Access to Whitbread's Save As You Earn scheme, with a fantastic 20% discount on Whitbread shares Recognition for service anniversaries, starting from 1 year Access to a range of discounts from everyday brands Charity donations through our Give and Match and Raise and Match schemes A collaborative work culture that focuses on enabling your success and continuing your personal development Hybrid working and a genuine flexible working policy
Dec 13, 2022
Full time
As a Delivery Manager you'll have the opportunity to work in a modern, dynamic and fun environment, with the backing of a FTSE100 organisation. As one of the Delivery Managers for our website, you have the challenge of working on and improving live products used by millions of users across the world. To give you an idea of the scale, our premierinn website handles nearly £2billion worth of transactions a year. This role manages the day to day workload of one or more DevOps delivery teams in activities ranging from scrum ceremonies and refinement sessions through to reviewing operational performance/stability and managing production issues as and when they occur. What you will be doing: Work alongside senior commercial and IT stakeholders to ensure your teams deliver the highest standards of quality whether that be in building, releasing, maintaining or reporting on your product platform Work across the Delivery and Engineering teams to ensure the DevOps strategy is followed Be in effect the face of Digital technology for all internal and external parties with a vested interest in your product platform ranging from Whitbread executives through to 1st line support engineers and on occasion our valued customers so you will manage pro-active and reactive communications with finesse, humility and authority. You will regularly be in situations where you will be face to face with board level directors, managing the expectations they place on a technical owner of their £1.4bn sales platform, developing and maintaining their confidence in both you, your teams and the overall Digital technology function Be the primary point of contact for your counterpart Product Manager. Alongside the Product Manager and the Engineering Managers responsible for the layers of technology that make up your product platform, you will lead the planning of both the future initiatives pipeline readiness but also the forward planning of people and system capacity estimating and associated budgeting on a rolling 12 months Be part of the Digital management team with an attitude for 24/7 ownership of both your own platform but also the overall Digital platform and its reputation within the business and with our various customer bases Push the boundaries of what we believe good looks like through leading Digital management initiatives, driving improvements across people, processes and systems. You will hate to fail but not scared to do so either and you will instil this into the teams you manage and support courage in your management peers Manage both the dependencies and the interfaces between projects, channels and platforms, as well as the risks and issues jeopardising your teams' success, ensuring that the appropriate resources are utilised, stakeholders are regularly informed and that the consequences of any actions are clearly understood What we'd like you to have: Solid experience operating within Agile teams in a leadership capacity 5+ years of Scrum Master experience Certifications and extensive experience with Scrum, SAFe, Kanban, DevOps Advanced level of skill with Jira, Confluence, Microsoft 365 (Office), Mural Proven experience of delivering high availability highly transactional B2C and B2B services A demonstrable passion for digital experiences Strong stakeholder management skills with multiple external suppliers/service providers. Online/digital/direct-to-consumer industry experience. Strong facilitation and presentation skills. In return, we will offer you: An annual Whitbread performance incentive worth up to 30% of base salary Car Allowance/Car An optional contributory pension matched up to 10% Individual / Family BUPA healthcare Up to 60% discount on Premier Inn stays and a regular 25% discount in our Restaurant brands Access to Whitbread's Save As You Earn scheme, with a fantastic 20% discount on Whitbread shares Recognition for service anniversaries, starting from 1 year Access to a range of discounts from everyday brands Charity donations through our Give and Match and Raise and Match schemes A collaborative work culture that focuses on enabling your success and continuing your personal development Hybrid working and a genuine flexible working policy
Up to £62k basic, hybrid/remote/flexible. Reports to Associate Director The purpose of this role is to manage the accounting team responsible for a complex and varied portfolio of corporate entities. Key Responsibilities: Manage the team to accurately account for and report on client transactions, ensuring that accurate data is maintained on internal systems Review all aspects of client accounting matters for the team incorporating statutory financial statements, quarterly financial reporting and ad-hoc, client specific reporting Act as a higher authority on day-to-day accounting queries and as 4-eyes signatory on accounting matters in relation to bookkeeping, management accounts, annual financial statements, VAT and other financial and regulatory reporting under FRS 102 and IFRS reporting. Ensure compliance with all regulations, processes and procedures Attend client board meetings and present quarterly financial information Manage and review completion of audit queries and establish good working relationships with audit firms Review and authorise bank account payments Manage the working capital cycle in line with group targets Establish and build good working relationships with clients, colleagues and other business contacts Participate in business development activity as required Coach and develop the accounting team, ensuring suitable succession plans are in place Participate in and where required lead ad hoc team projects Represent the team in group wide working groups and activities Skills, knowledge, expertise: Extensive accounting experience supported by a relevant professional qualification (ACCA or ACA) Knowledge of company secretarial requirements for UK entities Sound technical financial services knowledge (training to be supported through the Aztec Academy) Computer literacy skills are essential Excellent interpersonal skills are required to develop close working relationships with clients, colleagues and business contacts. Strong people management experience We will provide the training, both in house for relevant technical knowledge and also for professional qualifications to enhance both your professional development and ability to provide sound administration services. You will need to be quick to learn new systems and great with people, as close working relationships between our colleagues and clients are at the heart of what we do
Dec 10, 2022
Full time
Up to £62k basic, hybrid/remote/flexible. Reports to Associate Director The purpose of this role is to manage the accounting team responsible for a complex and varied portfolio of corporate entities. Key Responsibilities: Manage the team to accurately account for and report on client transactions, ensuring that accurate data is maintained on internal systems Review all aspects of client accounting matters for the team incorporating statutory financial statements, quarterly financial reporting and ad-hoc, client specific reporting Act as a higher authority on day-to-day accounting queries and as 4-eyes signatory on accounting matters in relation to bookkeeping, management accounts, annual financial statements, VAT and other financial and regulatory reporting under FRS 102 and IFRS reporting. Ensure compliance with all regulations, processes and procedures Attend client board meetings and present quarterly financial information Manage and review completion of audit queries and establish good working relationships with audit firms Review and authorise bank account payments Manage the working capital cycle in line with group targets Establish and build good working relationships with clients, colleagues and other business contacts Participate in business development activity as required Coach and develop the accounting team, ensuring suitable succession plans are in place Participate in and where required lead ad hoc team projects Represent the team in group wide working groups and activities Skills, knowledge, expertise: Extensive accounting experience supported by a relevant professional qualification (ACCA or ACA) Knowledge of company secretarial requirements for UK entities Sound technical financial services knowledge (training to be supported through the Aztec Academy) Computer literacy skills are essential Excellent interpersonal skills are required to develop close working relationships with clients, colleagues and business contacts. Strong people management experience We will provide the training, both in house for relevant technical knowledge and also for professional qualifications to enhance both your professional development and ability to provide sound administration services. You will need to be quick to learn new systems and great with people, as close working relationships between our colleagues and clients are at the heart of what we do
