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Advisor Internal Control

Houston

Permanent

Relocation compensation available. Job Description We're 20,000 colleagues in more than 30 countries delivering oil, gas, wind and solar power to 170 million people worldwide. Taking on tough energy challenges is our job. Right now, we're facing an enormous task: supplying the world with the energy it needs, while lowering emissions. We're up for the challenge. Are you? The position By joining our team in CFO GBS you will have the opportunity to: Enhance Equinor internal control framework and design by understanding processes, risks and controls Identify and document internal control gaps/deficiencies and work with the organization to implement remediating actions Train others on ICOFR subject matter to enhance their control performance and understanding Understand and implement new regulatory requirements Have close collaboration with the external auditor Contribute to improvements and automation efforts to increase efficiency of internal control performance. Be an active contributor of a new ICOFR group/network with the goal to create a top quality internal control environment within the company You Some qualities are essential for Equinor. You identify with our values, open, collaborative, courageous and caring, which guide our decisions and help us succeed and grow. You make safety your priority and contribute to our zero-harm culture. For this position, we are also looking for: Master in Accounting and Auditing or similar 3-5 years experience from the Big four auditing companies will be an advantage Similar position, or experience as a hired consultant, in other large companies can be relevant Strong communication skills Strong professional skills (Internal control and Sarbanes Oxley Act) High integrity Solution oriented Ability to work through others and build effective teams and develop talents Excellent collaborative skills Ability to communicate complex professional matters to those not specialized in ICOFR General information Candidates are expected to openly offer all relevant information about themselves during the recruitment process. All permanent and temporary hires will be screened against relevant sanctions lists to ensure compliance with sanctions law. Why join us? At Equinor, we care about each other as much as our business. That's why we offer: - Not just a job; a career. In Equinor, your development begins on day one. You will build your competence through a wide range of learning activities while being empowered to build your career across multiple disciplines and geographies. Our internal job market allows endless opportunities for development and growth within your own field or in other interesting and relevant areas for you. - Attractive rewards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries, global parental leave, variable pay schemes and a share savings plan. - Wellness and work-life balance. Our employees' well-being is a priority. We recognise that for you to be the best version of yourself in the workplace, being able to collect your children, attend a class or simply enjoy social time can be invaluable. That's why we encourage you to make use of our flexible work arrangements. - An inclusive culture. We believe embracing our differences makes us stronger. For us true inclusion means being able to bring your whole self to work, and for everyone to feel accepted and valued. For more information visit Equinor's website: https://www.equinor.com/ We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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Senior Advisor Internal Control

Oslo County

Permanent

Locations The locations are UK, London and Norway  - Stavanger and Oslo. Relocation compensation available. Job Description We're 20,000 colleagues in more than 30 countries delivering oil, gas, wind and solar power to 170 million people worldwide. Taking on tough energy challenges is our job. Right now, we're facing an enormous task: supplying the world with the energy it needs, while lowering emissions. We're up for the challenge. Are you? The position By joining our team in Development & Production International you will have the opportunity to: Take a leading role in enhancing Equinors internal control framework and design by understanding processes, risks and controls Identify and document internal control gaps/deficiencies and work with the organization to implement remediating actions Train others on ICOFR subject matter to enhance their control performance and understanding Understand and implement new regulatory requirements Have close collaboration with the external auditor Take a leading role and drive improvements and automation efforts to increase efficiency of internal control performance. Be a leading contributor of a new ICOFR group/network with the goal to create a top quality internal control environment within the company You Some qualities are essential for Equinor. You identify with our values, open, collaborative, courageous and caring, which guide our decisions and help us succeed and grow. You make safety your priority and contribute to our zero-harm culture. For this position, we are also looking for: Master in Accounting and Auditing or similar 5-10 years experience from the Big four auditing companies Similar position, or experience as a hired consultant, in other large companies can be relevant Strong communication skills Strong professional skills (Internal control and Sarbanes Oxley Act) High integrity Solution oriented Ability to work through others and build effective teams and develop talents Excellent collaborative skills Ability to communicate complex professional matters to those not specialized in ICOFR General information Please attach copies of your diplomas, certificates and grades in English or a Scandinavian language. Applications submitted without necessary attachments will unfortunately not be evaluated. If you are in the process of completing a degree, please upload an official temporary transcript or other document describing subjects and grades completed to this point. Candidates are expected to openly offer all relevant information about themselves during the recruitment process. All permanent and temporary hires will be screened against relevant sanctions lists to ensure compliance with sanctions law. Why join us? At Equinor, we care about each other as much as our business. That's why we offer: - Not just a job; a career. In Equinor, your development begins on day one. You will build your competence through a wide range of learning activities while being empowered to build your career across multiple disciplines and geographies. Our internal job market allows endless opportunities for development and growth within your own field or in other interesting and relevant areas for you. - Attractive rewards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries, global parental leave, variable pay schemes and a share savings plan. - Wellness and work-life balance. Our employees' well-being is a priority. We recognise that for you to be the best version of yourself in the workplace, being able to collect your children, attend a class or simply enjoy social time can be invaluable. That's why we encourage you to make use of our flexible work arrangements. - An inclusive culture. We believe embracing our differences makes us stronger. For us true inclusion means being able to bring your whole self to work, and for everyone to feel accepted and valued. For more information visit Equinor's website: https://www.equinor.com/        

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Senior Advisor Internal Control - with IT focus

Stavanger

Permanent

Locations The locations are UK, London and Norway  - Stavanger and Oslo. Relocation compensation available.   Job Description We're 20,000 colleagues in more than 30 countries delivering oil, gas, wind and solar power to 170 million people worldwide. Taking on tough energy challenges is our job. Right now, we're facing an enormous task: supplying the world with the energy it needs, while lowering emissions. We're up for the challenge. Are you?   The position By joining our team in Development & Production International you will have the opportunity to:   Take a leading role in enhancing Equinors internal control framework and design by understanding processes, risks and controls, with a specific focus on the IT internal control environment Identify and document internal control gaps/deficiencies and work with the organization to implement remediating actions Train others on ICOFR subject matter to enhance their control performance and understanding, with a specific focus on the IT internal control environment Understand and implement new regulatory requirements in relation to the IT internal control environment Have close collaboration with the external auditor Take a leading role and drive improvements and automation efforts to increase efficiency of internal control performance. Be a leading contributor of a new ICOFR group/network with the goal to create a top quality internal control environment within the company, specifically focused on the IT environment You Some qualities are essential for Equinor. You identify with our values, open, collaborative, courageous and caring, which guide our decisions and help us succeed and grow. You make safety your priority and contribute to our zero-harm culture. For this position, we are also looking for: Master in Accounting and Auditing or similar 5-10 years experience from the Big four auditing companies specifically towards the IT audit / assurance practice Deep understanding of requirements, standards and practices towards the IT related internal control environment Strong communication skills Strong professional skills (Internal control and Sarbanes Oxley Act) High integrity Solution oriented Ability to work through others and build effective teams and develop talents Excellent collaborative skills Ability to communicate complex professional matters to those not specialized in ICOFR General information Please attach copies of your diplomas, certificates and grades in English or a Scandinavian language. Applications submitted without necessary attachments will unfortunately not be evaluated. If you are in the process of completing a degree, please upload an official temporary transcript or other document describing subjects and grades completed to this point. Candidates are expected to openly offer all relevant information about themselves during the recruitment process. All permanent and temporary hires will be screened against relevant sanctions lists to ensure compliance with sanctions law. Why join us? At Equinor, we care about each other as much as our business. That's why we offer: - Not just a job; a career. In Equinor, your development begins on day one. You will build your competence through a wide range of learning activities while being empowered to build your career across multiple disciplines and geographies. Our internal job market allows endless opportunities for development and growth within your own field or in other interesting and relevant areas for you. - Attractive rewards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries, global parental leave, variable pay schemes and a share savings plan. - Wellness and work-life balance. Our employees' well-being is a priority. We recognise that for you to be the best version of yourself in the workplace, being able to collect your children, attend a class or simply enjoy social time can be invaluable. That's why we encourage you to make use of our flexible work arrangements. - An inclusive culture. We believe embracing our differences makes us stronger. For us true inclusion means being able to bring your whole self to work, and for everyone to feel accepted and valued. For more information visit Equinor's website: https://www.equinor.com/

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ICAEW Level 4 Apprenticeship Role Simulation Moderator

Contract

Fees are fixed and paid per examination session

ICAEW’s ACA is regarded as the qualification for business leaders and attracts talented students from a variety of backgrounds worldwide. We are currently looking for professionals from a business or academic background to join our Level 4 Apprenticeship within the Role Simulation End Point Assessment team as a Moderator. Role Description Main responsibility of the Moderator is to act as the quality controller for the Level 4 Apprenticeship to ensure that the exams are consistent with the syllabus and across exam sittings. This will normally involve: meeting with the Examiner(s) at least once during the setting process of each exam working the exam and ensure that the questions, suggested answers and mark plan are complete and appropriate supporting the examiner in leading the marking sessions; undertake marking of scripts as appropriate, including in sessions run by other exam team members. arranging for a Technical Moderator to work the final draft of the exam close involvement in the quality control of the marking process and script reviews ensure that ethical issues are covered in relevant modules or exams attendance at ICAEW Tutor conference Person Specification ICAEW Examiners are experts in their subject area, drawing from commercial and/or academic experience and applying this within an assessment framework. You may be changing career path, looking for additional work to expand your portfolio, or already be working as a freelancer in the professional qualifications space. You’ll likely have recent experience of teaching, setting or marking professional accountancy examinations, usually in the subject area for which you are applying. ICAEW membership is desirable, and membership of at least one relevant professional body is essential. Applicants for the posts will need to demonstrate the following skills and attributes: membership of a recognised professional body good overall knowledge of the accountancy and finance foundation subjects; accounting both from an financial reporting and management perspective, company and business law, assurance, taxation including personal tax, corporate taxes and VAT and business finance (to include sources of finance, economics and organisational governance) and ethics. Together with a good overall knowledge of the whole field of accountancy team player willingness to work collaboratively with senior moderators and with ICAEW staff flexibility and responsiveness to identified needs attention to detail ability to work to strict deadlines respect for the confidential nature of ICAEW’s examination process interest in developing modes of assessment   Please note that examiners are not permitted to teach ICAEW students at the relevant level, if appointed. Remuneration Fees are fixed and paid per examination session. The work may include approximately three to four contact days per session as well as the time required for setting questions and papers, mark schemes, marking and report writing. How to proceed Please send your CV and a statement detailing: how you meet the person specification why you would be interested in becoming an ICAEW examiner To ExaminerRecruitment@icaew.com by Thursday 24th June 2021. Interviews will be held remotely via Microsoft teams on or around 2nd August.

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ICAEW Professional Level Business Strategy and Technology Moderator

Contract

Fees are fixed and paid per examination session

ICAEW’s ACA is regarded as the qualification for business leaders and attracts talented students from a variety of backgrounds worldwide. We are currently looking for professionals from a business or academic background to join our Business Strategy and Technology team as a moderator, within the ACA qualification. EXAMINER ROLE DESCRIPTION Main responsibility of the Moderator is to act as the quality controller for the Business Strategy and Technology exam to ensure that the exams are consistent with the syllabus and across exam sittings. This will normally involve: meeting with the Examiner(s) at least once during the setting process of each exam working the exam and ensure that the questions, suggested answers and mark plan are complete and appropriate supporting the examiner in leading the marking sessions; undertake marking of scripts as appropriate, including in sessions run by other exam team members. arranging for a Technical Moderator to work the final draft of the exam close involvement in the quality control of the marking process and script reviews ensure that ethical issues are covered in relevant modules or exams attendance at ICAEW Tutor conference Person Specification ICAEW Examiners are experts in their subject area, drawing from commercial and/or academic experience and applying this within an assessment framework. You may be changing career path, looking for additional work to expand your portfolio, or already be working as a freelancer in the professional qualifications space. You’ll likely have recent experience of teaching, setting or marking professional accountancy examinations, usually in the subject area for which you are applying. ICAEW membership is desirable, and membership of at least one relevant professional body is essential. Applicants for the posts will need to demonstrate the following skills and attributes: membership of a recognised professional body specialism in Business Strategy and Technology, together with a good overall knowledge of the whole field of accountancy team player willingness to work collaboratively with senior moderators and with ICAEW staff flexibility and responsiveness to identified needs attention to detail ability to work to strict deadlines respect for the confidential nature of ICAEW’s examination process interest in developing modes of assessment Please note that examiners are not permitted to teach ICAEW students at the relevant level, if appointed. Remuneration Fees are fixed and paid per examination session. The work may include approximately three to four contact days per session as well as the time required for setting questions and papers, mark schemes, marking and report writing. How to proceed Please send your CV and a statement detailing: how you meet the person specification why you would be interested in becoming an ICAEW examiner To ExaminerRecruitment@icaew.com by Thursday 24th June 2021. Interviews will be held remotely via Microsoft teams on or around 2nd August 2021.

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ICAEW Professional Level Tax Compliance Examiner

Contract

Fees are fixed and paid per examination session

ICAEW’s ACA is regarded as the qualification for business leaders and attracts talented students from a variety of backgrounds worldwide. We are currently looking for professionals from a business or academic background to join our Professional Level Tax Compliance team within the ACA qualification. The Examiner is responsible for the production of the ACA exams and mark schemes according to the syllabus specification and for the marking of these exams. They are required to work closely with the team and the Senior Moderators at all stages. DESCRIPTION Prepare the exam and mark schemes consistent with the syllabus. critically assess the quality of questions and candidates’ answers for each exam and prepare the post exam material with commentaries for publishing. report on the marking and results of the exam. organise the marking of written scripts with the assistance of the Moderator or team; lead the marking session throughout; undertake marking of scripts as appropriate, including in sessions run by other exam team members attend meetings of the Examination Review Board to critically assess other ACA exam subjects meet representatives of the tutorial organisations and ICAEW selected publishing partner for the Core Learning Materials to discuss the aims and objectives of the syllabus as interpreted in recent exams and suggest changes. PERSON SPECIFICATION ICAEW Examiners are experts in their subject area, drawing from commercial and/or academic experience and applying this within an assessment framework. You may be changing career path, looking for additional work to expand your portfolio, or already be working as a freelancer in the professional qualifications space. You’ll likely have recent experience of teaching, setting or marking professional accountancy examinations, usually in the subject area for which you are applying. ICAEW membership is desirable, and membership of at least one relevant professional body is essential. Applicants for the posts will need to demonstrate the following skills and attributes: membership of a recognised professional body specialism in Tax Compliance together with a good overall knowledge of the whole field of accountancy team player willingness to work collaboratively with senior moderators and with ICAEW staff flexibility and responsiveness to identified needs attention to detail ability to work to strict deadlines respect for the confidential nature of ICAEW’s examination process interest in developing modes of assessment Please note that examiners are not permitted to teach ICAEW students at the relevant Level, if appointed. Remuneration Fees are fixed and paid per examination session. The work may include approximately ten contact days per session as well as the time required for setting questions and papers, mark schemes, marking and report writing. How to proceed Please send your CV and a statement detailing: how you meet the person specification why you would be interested in becoming an ICAEW examiner. To ExaminerRecruitment@icaew.com by Thursday 24th June 2021.   Interviews will be held remotely via Microsoft Teams on or around 3rd August.

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Top 10 Statutory Accounts Senior – Caseware experience

London

Permanent

40000 - 43000 + Benefits

Are you a recently qualified / newly qualified Accounts Senior / Business Services Senior looking to upgrade to a large Top 10 international accountancy practice firm based in a prime location in Central London and gain exposure to larger and more high profile clients? Do you have experience of using Caseware to produce statutory accounts? Are you keen to be trained so that you can work with and advise a wide range of businesses, including large listed companies, groups and high growth entrepreneurial start ups and AIM listed clients with turnovers ranging to £100m? Are you keen to gain exposure to sectors such as media, entertainment, technology, financial services, property, retail, shipping, renewable energy and many others? Are you also keen to work in a modern, forward thinking and international firm, in a friendly team and receive excellent promotional prospects so you can progress in a short space of time? Based in the growing Statutory Accounts and Business Services department, your role will be varied, enjoyable and challenging. The role is hands on and also includes a large advisory element so that you can add value to your clients. Managing your own portfolio of clients, you will be responsible for the production of Statutory Accounts for a wide range of businesses from a variety of industries, as well as preparing basic corporation tax computations. There will also be the chance to work on many large clients and you will be able to produce consolidated accounts. You will also be responsible for reviewing the work of a number of juniors. This department has had great success with both large firm candidates looking for a new challenge and also small firm candidates looking to step up to a larger firm. To be considered for this new role (June 2021) it is likely you will be a recently qualified ACCA or ACA, with no more than two years of PQE. You also MUST have experience of using Caseware software. You will currently be an Accounts Senior or Business Services Senior working in a good quality accountancy firm, looking to upgrade to a Top 10 firm and work with larger clients in a more established team with better progression to manager grade. Your current role must include the preparation of statutory accounts, as well as the preparation of basic corporate tax computations. It is vital that you are well presented, well spoken and professional as this is a client facing position. This growing Top 10 international accountancy firm has a great reputation for being a friendly and supportive place to work and providing their staff with challenging and varied roles. You will work in a well established and growing team, work directly with partners and you can expect to work on an interesting array of large and entrepreneurial clients. The Accounts and Business Services department is growing at a rapid rate due to many new business wins from larger accountancy firms and they have very ambitious growth plans for the next few years. Overall this is a unique opportunity for a good quality Statutory Accounts Senior / Business Services Senior (with Caseware experience) who wants to upgrade to a Top 10 firm based in Central London and receive top quality training and support so that you can progress and learn new transferable skills for your future career.

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Global Finance and Resources Manager

London

Permanent

40000 - 46000

Position: Global Finance and Resources Manager Based:  EJF offices in London or Bath Contract: Full time / permanent Salary range:  £40,000 – 46,000 (dependent upon experience)   Benefits: • Private healthcare package • Pension contributions rising with each year of service • Annual leave of 28 days (including bank holidays) and additional paid leave over Christmas period, rising by 2 days for each year of service • Cycle-to-work scheme   Position overview   Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and working closely with the Senior Management Team and colleagues across the world, the role is a rare opportunity for an experienced, precise and conscientious accountant to join a dynamic and high-impact team working to protect our global environment and human rights.                                   EJF has offices and staff in Europe, West Africa and Asia. The role is right for you if you’re energetic, enthusiastic and meticulously organised qualified accountant and have a strong commitment to securing value for money. You will need to be able to work globally to ensure that EJF’s financial administration and operations run efficiently in each country where we operate.      Key responsibilities: Overseeing financial tasks including: Working with finance colleagues in your team, preparing and monitoring EJF’s global annual and medium-term budgets. Ensuring the production of accurate, accessible and insightful monthly and annual global financial reporting for internal and external users, including the Directors, Senior Management Team, funders and auditors. Maintenance and improvement of EJF’s global financial policies, systems, controls and processes, ensuring they are applied in each country where EJF operates; this will include line management of EJF finance staff working overseas. Monitoring and ensuring value for money in EJF’s procurement and commissioning of goods and services, identifying and removing inefficiencies and waste. Developing and executing EJF’s treasury strategy, including managing currency risk and reserves. Oversight of payroll, pensions and other staff benefits in the UK and overseas.    Managing other organisational resources, including: Overseeing accessible HR systems and processes that maintain accurate staff records and support managers to undertake recruitment, contracting, training and appraisals. Ensuring EJF’s offices in the UK and overseas are secure, well-maintained and served by appropriate IT hardware and systems. Management of organisational data and databases.   Essential skills and attributes: Qualified accountant with a superb eye for detail. Minimum of six years’ work experience (preferably in the international charity sector), including responsibility of managing a team.  Demonstrable experience securing good value for money through procurement and commissioning. Knowledge of related computing and IT skills / management of IT systems and / or databases.  Great communication skills – in writing and in person. Proactive and solution-oriented, highly organised and self-motivated. Enthusiastic, outgoing and friendly, able to work in a growing, diverse international team with minimal supervision. Ability to travel to EJF’s countries of operations to assess the development and implementation of financial systems and manage finance staff.   Desirable skills and experience: Employment or volunteer work in the not-for-profit sector. Experience using Sage. Experience operating in multiple currencies. Previous responsibility for HR and other non-financial organisational responsibilities. Experience implementing new financial and HR systems.  Track-record of producing budgets and financial reports for successful international projects in the Global South funded by bilateral donors. Demonstrable commitment to the protection of the environment and human rights.   Applications:  please send your CV and cover letter explaining why you are the right person for this job to: recruitment@ejfoundation.org     Closing date for applications:     Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK. EJF is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity within the workplace.   Background   The Environmental Justice Foundation (EJF) works to Protect People and Planet. We believe environmental security is a human right.   EJF investigates and campaigns to protect our natural world, and with it, the communities most dependent upon it. We work at the grassroots, with environmental and human rights activists who are working to expose threats to the local environment and to build sustainable futures. Our investigations and the evidence we gather are presented to the very highest levels of decision taking, amongst policy makers in governments and private industry and to opinion formers including international media and the wider public. EJF works to end illegal fishing and the use of slavery in fisheries, protect our global climate and defend climate refugees, and eradicate the use of hazardous chemical pesticides.   Registered charity no. 1088128

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Finance Director

Surbiton

Permanent

£40,000 - 50,000 pa depending on hours

Balance Support CIO, a charity based in Surbiton and working primarily with people with learning difficulties, is seeking a Finance Director to replace the current incumbent who is retiring.   The role Is for 25-30 hours per week and could be done partially from home, although attendance at the office  would also be required up to two days per week.   It is anticipated that the person appointed will hold a recognised accountancy qualification, be familiar with the Charities SORP and have  experience of the Not-for-Profit sector.  The successful candidate will be an effective decision-maker with excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail. About the role The Finance Director will be a key part of the management team and will report to the CEO.   Key responsibilities Oversee the work of, and ensure the smooth running of, the Finance Department Manage and mentor the Finance Officer and any other Finance staff who may be appointed Take full responsibility for the finance function and raise concerns where appropriate Budgeting and Monitoring Prepare budgets for the Board, CEO and Team managers Provide support to Team managers in the administration of their budgets Prepare monthly management accounts, (comparison of actual to budget and investigation of variances) Reforecast potential results to year-end where management accounts show significant variance Financial Information Prepare quarterly financial statements (Income and Expenditure account and Balance Sheet) for presentation to the Board Provide such other financial information as the CEO/Board may require Liaise with CEO to ensure information sharing and transparency Funding Applications and Returns Prepare budgets and other information for tendering and funding applications, as required. Provide monitoring information to funders, as required Payroll Run Payroll each month in conjunction with the Finance Officer and oversee the payroll function, including all payments to HMRC, Pension Funds and other creditors arising as a deduction from staff members Make monthly RTI report and year end returns to HMRC Add new members of staff to, and remove leavers from, payroll and produce any required documentation Prepare forms P11D if required. Carry out or instruct Finance Oficer to carry out any other payroll related task as required Liaise with HMRC when required on whichever matter Annual Audit Prepare all documentation required by the Auditors and liaise with them to ensure the audit process runs smoothly Prepare draft accounts in accordance with Charity SORP or other current requirements, as necessary Check final draft of accounts received from auditors and agree any audit adjustments Present final accounts to Board for approval General Ensure that any other finance-related tasks that may be required are carried out in an accurate and timely manner To maintain confidentiality at all times How to apply: please send a CV and covering letter to Ann-Marie Stephenson (HR Manager)  ann-marie.stephenson@balancesupport.org.uk If you would like an informal chat about this role, please email Ann-Marie and we shall arrange a time to call you back. Closing date Friday 18 June

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QAD Reviewer - Audit and Practice Assurance

Permanent

Competitive salary + car allowance, pension scheme and private medical insurance.

Nationwide across England (home-office) with regional travel Join our team ‘The role uses the skills, knowledge and experience (both commercial and technical) I’ve acquired in previous jobs, and I’m still learning.’  ‘It’s a dynamic and flexible role that combines collaboration with working autonomously. I don’t go to the same job every single day and some days I work from home.’ Be part of a team that ensures the highest levels of public confidence in the services delivered by practising members. Using your people skills and considerable technical knowledge, you will visit firms of all sizes to review their procedures, processes and controls to make sure they align with relevant regulations and standards. You will provide constructive professional advice to help firms identify practical solutions to any findings you raise. You will also act as an ambassador for ICAEW, providing advice, managing concerns and explaining services either on a day-to-day basis or at events. For those wanting to broaden their horizons you may be involved in developing quality assurance programmes for other international bodies. Purpose and Responsibilities 1- Delivery Conduct visits to members in practice and report on the findings 2- Quality Drive continuous improvement in quality of work to ensure it is of the highest standard 3- Workflow Management Ensure delivery of KPIs through effective workflow management 4- Representing QAD Be an ambassador for QAD/ICAEW ·Conducting visits in a professional and sensitive way, establishing effective relationships with members and gaining their trust and respect ·Identifying and analysing findings and providing constructive advice to members ·Planning and prioritising own work effectively. Being responsible for the quality of your own work, ensuring that it is accurate and error free first time ·Understanding the quality standards that apply to your own work ·Taking action to develop own skills and knowledge and keep up to date ·Taking ownership of effective writing; minimising editorial changes in reports ·Helping members and stakeholders by connecting them with other parts of ICAEW when appropriate ·Playing a full part in the team to ensure the achievement of individual and team tasks ·Taking ownership of the management of WIP, workpack reviews and reports by communicating with managers/senior managers to ensure delivery against the overall KPIs ·Delivering against ad hoc reporting and project requirements; being prepared to put in extra effort to get the job done on time ·Specific duties will vary from time to time in line with the business needs.  Requirements ·Strong recent external statutory audit experience gained in practice ideally across a broad range of sectors to Senior Manager level. ·Thorough understanding of work undertaken by members / firms ·A wide and up to date knowledge of the accountancy profession and its current challenges including the oversight of the profession. ·A full understanding of regulations, guidance and standards affecting QAD’s service, DPB, and Practice Assurance as appropriate. ·Highly developed people, organisational and time management skills.  ICAEW values – for all employees The 3 i’s are the values that drive everyone’s attitude and approach to working at ICAEW. They help us to collaborate, innovate and be an agile organisation.   Initiative • Actively collaborate to identify needs and look for innovative solutions. • Bring together different groups and communities to work together. • Empower people to be agile, so they can take ownership and harness the collective efforts of ICAEW in a flexible and responsive way. Insight • Actively gather insights to develop innovative and considered thought. • Collaborate with our networks to voice different perspectives and insights internally and externally, to stimulate discussion and debate. • Be agile in finding new and timely ways to provide understanding and insight to our members, organisations and government. Integrity • Act with transparency, consistency and openness as integrity underpins everything we do. • Stand by your principles to adhere to the highest professional standards even when facing adversity. • Do the right thing, even when no one is looking. Our department The Quality Assurance department (QAD) helps to preserve the highest professional standards of member firms by monitoring their compliance with applicable laws, regulations and standards and their adherence to the Code of Ethics. QAD is responsible for monitoring around 13,000 firms, performing approximately 3,000 quality reviews each year. QAD monitors firms that are licensed to work in regulated areas (ie, audit, probate, investment business, insolvency and ATOL services under ICAEW’s licensed practice scheme). It also monitors all ICAEW member firms under ICAEW's Practice Assurance scheme (which encompasses anti-money laundering regulation). QAD help firms to establish appropriate systems, controls and procedures, run their practices effectively, and comply with the laws regulations, standards and codes that apply to them. The QAD team aims to visit firms at least once every eight years, but visit many firms more often, based on their size and other factors, such as the type of services they provide to their clients. They also carry out monitoring contracts with several organisations in the finance sector that seek ICAEW’s services Not the role for you? We often have other roles we are recruiting for and we’re always interested to hear from people, particularly if you have experience in accountancy practice, the legal and regulatory sector, or digital skills. Please visit ICAEW.com for more information. Why work at ICAEW? At ICAEW we offer a comprehensive benefit package which enables our employees to choose from a range of options including: 24 days holiday, increasing with service and the ability to buy or sell holiday Group personal pension plan with an employer contribution of 9% Private medical insurance at family level An additional day off at Christmas Gym discounts Dental Plan Potential to work from home and our offices Season ticket travel loans As well as offering employee benefits, we truly believe in creating a diverse and empowering culture where our teams can thrive and be themselves. We support sustainability, corporate and social responsibility campaigns and encourage our employees to take a day to work for a cause of their choice, or to work collaboratively as a team in doing this. We nominate and support two charities every year and run all manner of events to raise money. Our active social committees provide fun events ranging from the seasonal parties, to quiz nights and bowling tournaments. Here are just a few of the initiatives we run to fly the flag for employee well-being, equality and diversity: CABA CABA supports the well-being of ICAEW Chartered Accountants, ACA students and ICAEW members of staff – helping them through challenging times and also offering guidance for personal development. Whenever you contact CABA, you will be assigned a highly trained adviser who will devise a bespoke programme of practical, emotional and financial support to address and resolve your situation. Any information provided will be held in the strictest confidence. Please visit caba.org.uk for more information. Together Community Our LGBT+ network, the Together Community, aims to create an open, progressive and informed working environment to support ICAEW's employees and stakeholders. They provide regular meetings and activities, and act as a point of contact for LGBT+ employees and allies for related issues. Embrace Community Our Diversity and Inclusion network, embrace, creates a supportive working environment for all our colleagues while also encouraging employees to understand the needs of individuals across our organisation. It helps us to understand our individual differences, so we can support each other with respect. If you’re interested in our work around inclusion and these communities please visit: https://www.icaew.com/insights/diversity-and-inclusion and also our Instagram feed.

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Insolvency Reviewer

Permanent

Competitive salary + car allowance, pension scheme and private medical insurance.

Nationwide across England (home-office) with regional travel Join our team ‘The role uses the skills, knowledge and experience (both commercial and technical) I’ve acquired in previous jobs, and I’m still learning.’ ‘It’s a dynamic and flexible role that combines collaboration with working autonomously. I don’t go to the same job every single day and some days I work from home.’ Be part of a team that ensures the highest levels of public confidence in the services delivered by practising members. Using your people skills and considerable technical knowledge, you will visit firms of all sizes to review their procedures, processes and controls to make sure they align with relevant regulations and standards. You will provide constructive professional advice to help firms identify practical solutions to any findings you raise. You will also act as an ambassador for ICAEW, providing advice, managing concerns and explaining services either on a day-to-day basis or at events. For those wanting to broaden their horizons you may be involved in developing quality assurance programmes for other international bodies. Purpose and Responsibilities 1- Delivery Conduct visits to members in practice and report on the findings 2- Quality Drive continuous improvement in quality of work to ensure it is of the highest standard 3- Workflow Management Ensure delivery of KPIs through effective workflow management 4- Representing QAD Be an ambassador for QAD/ICAEW ·Conducting visits in a professional and sensitive way, establishing effective relationships with members and gaining their trust and respect ·Identifying and analysing findings and providing constructive advice to members ·Planning and prioritising own work effectively. Being responsible for the quality of your own work, ensuring that it is accurate and error free first time ·Understanding the quality standards that apply to your own work ·Taking action to develop own skills and knowledge and keep up to date ·Taking ownership of effective writing; minimising editorial changes in reports ·Helping members and stakeholders by connecting them with other parts of ICAEW when appropriate ·Playing a full part in the team to ensure the achievement of individual and team tasks ·Taking ownership of the management of WIP, workpack reviews and reports by communicating with managers/senior managers to ensure delivery against the overall KPIs ·Delivering against ad hoc reporting and project requirements; being prepared to put in extra effort to get the job done on time ·Specific duties will vary from time to time in line with the business needs. Requirements ·Strong recent Insolvency experience gained in practice ideally across a broad range of sectors to Senior Manager level, including IVLs, CVLs, bankruptcy and receiverships and liquidations. ·Thorough understanding of work undertaken by members / firms ·A wide and up to date knowledge of the insolvency profession and its current challenges including the oversight of the profession. ·A full understanding of regulations, guidance and standards affecting QAD’s service, DPB, Insolvency and Practice Assurance as appropriate. ·Highly developed people, organisational and time management skills.  ICAEW values – for all employees The 3 i’s are the values that drive everyone’s attitude and approach to working at ICAEW. They help us to collaborate, innovate and be an agile organisation.   Initiative • Actively collaborate to identify needs and look for innovative solutions. • Bring together different groups and communities to work together. • Empower people to be agile, so they can take ownership and harness the collective efforts of ICAEW in a flexible and responsive way. Insight • Actively gather insights to develop innovative and considered thought. • Collaborate with our networks to voice different perspectives and insights internally and externally, to stimulate discussion and debate. • Be agile in finding new and timely ways to provide understanding and insight to our members, organisations and government. Integrity • Act with transparency, consistency and openness as integrity underpins everything we do. • Stand by your principles to adhere to the highest professional standards even when facing adversity. • Do the right thing, even when no one is looking. Our department The Quality Assurance department (QAD) helps to preserve the highest professional standards of member firms by monitoring their compliance with applicable laws, regulations and standards and their adherence to the Code of Ethics. QAD is responsible for monitoring around 13,000 firms, performing approximately 3,000 quality reviews each year. QAD monitors: firms that are licensed to work in regulated areas (ie, audit, probate, investment business, insolvency and ATOL services under ICAEW’s licensed practice scheme). all ICAEW member firms under ICAEW's Practice Assurance scheme (which encompasses anti-money laundering regulation). QAD help firms to: establish appropriate systems, controls and procedures, run their practices effectively, and comply with the laws regulations, standards and codes that apply to them. The QAD team aims to visit firms at least once every eight years, but visit many firms more often, based on their size and other factors, such as the type of services they provide to their clients. They also carry out monitoring contracts with several organisations in the finance sector that seek ICAEW’s services. Not the role for you? We often have other roles we are recruiting for and we’re always interested to hear from people, particularly if you have experience in accountancy practice, the legal and regulatory sector, or digital skills. Please visit ICAEW.com for more information. Why work at ICAEW? At ICAEW we offer a comprehensive benefit package which enables our employees to choose from a range of options including: 24 days holiday, increasing with service and the ability to buy or sell holiday Group personal pension plan with an employer contribution of 9% Private medical insurance at family level An additional day off at Christmas Gym discounts Dental Plan Potential to work from home and our offices Season ticket travel loans As well as offering employee benefits, we truly believe in creating a diverse and empowering culture where our teams can thrive and be themselves. We support sustainability, corporate and social responsibility campaigns and encourage our employees to take a day to work for a cause of their choice, or to work collaboratively as a team in doing this. We nominate and support two charities every year and run all manner of events to raise money. Our active social committees provide fun events ranging from the seasonal parties, to quiz nights and bowling tournaments. Here are just a few of the initiatives we run to fly the flag for employee well-being, equality and diversity: CABA CABA supports the well-being of ICAEW Chartered Accountants, ACA students and ICAEW members of staff – helping them through challenging times and also offering guidance for personal development. Whenever you contact CABA, you will be assigned a highly trained adviser who will devise a bespoke programme of practical, emotional and financial support to address and resolve your situation. Any information provided will be held in the strictest confidence. Please visit caba.org.uk for more information. Together Community Our LGBT+ network, the Together Community, aims to create an open, progressive and informed working environment to support ICAEW's employees and stakeholders. They provide regular meetings and activities, and act as a point of contact for LGBT+ employees and allies for related issues. Embrace Community Our Diversity and Inclusion network, embrace, creates a supportive working environment for all our colleagues while also encouraging employees to understand the needs of individuals across our organisation. It helps us to understand our individual differences, so we can support each other with respect. If you’re interested in our work around inclusion and these communities please visit: https://www.icaew.com/insights/diversity-and-inclusion and also our Instagram feed.

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Non-Executive Directors, Institute of Directors

United Kingdom

Permanent

PRO BONO

Location:  Nationwide The Institute of Directors (IoD) is at the forefront of British business. The Institute champions entrepreneurial activity and good governance, supporting about 20,000 business leaders in the private, public and third sectors across all regions of the UK and beyond. The last year has been like no other: directors, boards and organisations have had their business resilience tested. Amid unique challenges, the IoD has a crucial role to play ensuring directors are fully equipped to lead their businesses as the economy opens up, and to succeed in a dynamic and globally connected world. As a Non-Executive Director, you will have a unique opportunity to help shape the strategic direction of this world-renowned membership organisation by providing entrepreneurial leadership, supporting future growth and delivering for our members. You will bring a fresh perspective and constructive challenge focused on the development of the organisation and its operational and financial performance. Working in collaboration with your Board colleagues, you will help ensure the IoD remains a progressive force for business while upholding the Institute’s gold standard reputation for corporate governance.   To complement the Board’s existing skills and knowledge base, within the context of a robust and balanced board, the IoD is seeking Non-Executive Directors with the demonstrable ability to provide real insight, introduce new ideas and make sound decisions at board level. With a clear connection to the mission and values of the Institute, you will be an innovative, strategic business leader and/or industry professional. You will have compelling private, public or non-profit leadership experience of both change and growth. Additionally, you will have a commercial outlook and sound judgment together with the ability to influence and objectively challenge in a supportive manner. We welcome interest from all functional backgrounds and specialisms including Chartered Directors and experience in Finance, Legal and Digital/Marketing.  With a commitment of one to one and a half days per month, this is the opportunity to join and contribute to the Board of a highly influential and globally renowned organisation. For more information about the Institute of Directors, visit www.iod.com. The Institute of Directors is an equal opportunities organisation and is committed to promoting equality and diversity. Applications are encouraged from all backgrounds and sections of the community. Applications close on 20 June 2021. For further information please view our information pack or contact our retained search partner, Mullwood Partnership, on 0207 118 0608. Please apply by the link below or forward your cover letter and CV quoting reference A000267 to iod@mullwood.com.  

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Co-opted Member of Audit Committee

Surrey

Contract

£3,000 p.a. 4 Committee meetings + 2 away days per year

About the role Raven Housing Trust is a thriving social housing provider that owns or manages more than 6,000 homes across Surrey and Sussex. As well as housing management services, Raven also provides support services to tenants, and the wider community, on a wide range of issues including money management, employment and training. Raven Housing Trust seeks a new Co-opted Member of Audit Committee with excellent financial acumen and extensive experience of audit and risk management who is able to support the Committee's work in strengthening internal controls. Location UK - South East (Surrey) Time commitment 4 Committee meetings + 2 away days per year Compensation £3,000 p.a. Role specification This non-executive position offers an exciting opportunity for a talented individual with a genuine passion for social housing to work with the Trust to ensure it is best placed to deliver on its strategy. Reporting into the main Board, the Audit Committee provides assurance on the systems of internal control, risk management and the internal and external audit functions, to ensure that they are effective and well managed. Members of the Audit Committee will be able to understand operational and financial performance and will work to satisfy themselves that there is a framework of prudent, robust and effective financial and other controls in place, and that financial matters are correctly and appropriately reported. The successful candidate will join the Audit Committee in a co-opted capacity. Person specification With ambitious plans for the years ahead, the Trust now seeks to appoint an audit, risk management and financial expert to join its Audit Committee. The successful candidate for the role will bring excellent finance or audit experience and able to support the Committee's work in strengthening internal controls. They will be able to draw upon their experience to support the Committee’s work in strengthening internal controls, and in ensuring that financial best practices are carefully upheld. Alongside their financial acumen, candidates should bring cognitive diversity to the Committee, demonstrating a rigorous personality type with the ability to scrutinise information subjecting it to the highest standards of quality control. They will be highly conscientious and problem-solving, with the ability to polish and perfect all of the Committee's crucial work. Candidate experience Required for this role Advanced financial and accounting acumen [Structured skill] In-depth experience of working directly with financial and accounting issues. Experience could be either in a leadership role of a finance function or as a director or partner of a professional services firm. Candidates will be able to contribute to the committee in debates about financial and accounting matters, and will ideally have a professional qualification. Please outline your recent relevant roles and, for each, including the size of business worked in or advised, any relevant professional qualifications, and any key indicators of success. Desired for this role Risk management [Structured skill] Recent experience of working directly with risk management issues, including operational and project delivery risk; for instance, previous specialisation in a technical function or operating in a broader general management role with responsibility for risk oversight. Candidates should demonstrate an ability to manage exposure to risk. Please include your most relevant experience including role and remit with regard to risk. Additional information Board Composition Caroline Armitage, Chair Henrietta Irving, Vice Chair Dawn Kenson, Chair of Audit Committee Phil Andrew, Chair of People and Culture Committee David Gannicott, Chair of Group Investment Committee Jonathan Higgs, Chief Executive Mark Baker, Director of Finance & Governance Paul Edwards John Amans Bryan Ingleby Nick Meinertzhagen Heather Bowman The Board is supported by 3 Committees - Audit Committee, Group Investment Committee, and People and Culture Committee. More information on the Board can be found here. Diversity Raven Housing Trust welcomes applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. Applications from women and those from an ethnically diverse background are particularly welcome. All appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process. In line with the Equality Act 2010, however, the organisation may employ positive action where diverse candidates can demonstrate their ability to perform the role equally well. Terms of appointment This role is remunerated, and reasonable, pre-agreed travel expenses will be reimbursed, although some meetings will be held virtually. The appointment is for a three-year term initially, which can be renewed to a maximum of 6 years. There are 4 Committee meetings per year, as well as 2 full day Board away days. It is expected that the successful candidate will be appointed by September 2021. Timeline Deadline for applications: June 17th Candidates can expect the process to be completed by: August 20th Candidates can expect interviews to take place: June/July 2021   Raven Housing Trust is partnering with Nurole, the leading board-level hiring platform, for this appointment. To find out more and apply, you will need to request Nurole membership (which is free and completely confidential) for the Co-opted Member of Audit Committee role here, mentioning the keyword Raven2021. If you have any questions or problems, please contact enquiries@nurole.com

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Top 10 Outsourcing & Management Accounts Senior

London

Permanent

38000 - 44000 + Benefits

Are you a qualified ACA Outsourcing Senior / Management Accounts Senior / Business Services Senior looking to upgrade to a large Top 10 international accountancy practice firm based in a prime location in Central London and gain exposure to larger and more high profile clients? Are you either an Outsourcing Senior / Management Accountant looking to upgrade to a larger firm or an Accounts Senior / Business Services Senior looking to now specialise in management accounts and outsourcing work? Are you keen to be trained so that you can work with and advise a wide range of businesses, including large listed companies, groups and high growth entrepreneurial start ups and AIM listed clients with turnovers ranging to over £100m? Are you keen to gain exposure to sectors such as media, entertainment, technology, financial services, property, retail, shipping, renewable energy and many others? Are you also keen to work in a modern, forward thinking and international firm, in a friendly team and receive excellent promotional prospects so you can become a manager in a short space of time? Based in the growing Outsourcing and Advisory department, your role will be varied, enjoyable and challenging. The role is hands on and also includes a large advisory element so that you can add value to your clients. Managing your own portfolio of clients, you will be responsible for the production of both monthly and quarterly management accounts for a wide range of businesses from a variety of industries, month end reporting, as well reviewing Vat returns and managing workflow. There may also be a small element of statutory accounts work to complete. You will also be responsible for reviewing the work of a number of juniors and be expected to manage your own portfolio of clients. You will also be responsible for ad hoc assignments and advisory reports on a regular basis (such as assessing and advising on improvements to client systems, control, procedures and use of software packages such as Xero), as well as preparing cash flows, budgets and financial forecasts for clients. You may also be expected to provide training and support to clients in relation to cloud based software such as Xero. To be considered for this new role it is likely you will be a recently qualified ACA, with no more than One year of PQE. The firm would also look at someone who is an ACA finalist with one or two exams remaining but they will not offer study support. It is likely you will be an Outsourcing Senior / Accounts Senior / Business Services Senior working in a good quality accountancy firm, looking to upgrade to a Top 10 firm and work with larger clients in a more established team with better progression to manager grade. Your role must include the preparation of management accounts, as well as the preparation and review of VAT returns. It would be an advantage if you had experience of a wide range of software packages including cloud based packages such as Xero, Sage One and Quickbooks Online. It is also vital that you are well presented, well spoken and professional as this is a client facing position. This growing Top 10 international accountancy firm has a great reputation for being a friendly and supportive place to work and providing their staff with challenging and varied roles. You will work in a well established and growing team, work directly with partners and you can expect to work on an interesting array of large and entrepreneurial clients. The Outsourcing and Advisory department is growing at a rapid rate due to many new business wins from larger accountancy firms and they have very ambitious growth plans for the next few years. Overall this is a unique opportunity for a good quality Outsourcing & Management Accounts Senior / Accounts Senior / Business Services Senior who wants to upgrade to a Top 10 firm based in Central London and receive top quality training and support so that you can progress and learn new transferable skills for your future career.

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