Accounting and Finance Jobs

Finance Business Partner - Investment Bank

City of London, London

Contract

£50000 - £55000 per annum + Bonus + world class benefits

This is a truly fantastic Finance Business Partner position at a leading, global Investment Bank with an incredible reputation. You will be supported by an extremely talented team who you'll be able to learn from, giving you a wonderful foundation to build your career upon. It is an exceptional opportunity which will provide you a superb platform to gain experience in a rewarding, commercial and analytical role with exposure to all areas of the business and the most senior stakeholders. This is a 12-month fixed term contact, but the business stated that should you perform well there is always space in the team for exceptional people to stay on. In this position you will: Assist senior management on decision making; Analyse their competitors and the global and regional markets; Provide quarterly business reviews; Budgeting and forecasting; Creation of banker deal sheets and variance analysis; Support global initiatives and projects; Earn up to £55,000 including a discretionary completion bonus (circa 20%) and their full, world-class benefits package. In return they are looking for: Recently qualified accountant - two years PQE; Experience of performing similar role in management reporting; Excellent analytical skills and highly numerate; Not needing Financial Services experience but certainly an interest in the field.

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Audit Senior - Charities and Not For Profit

Cambridge

Permanent

We have an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for Charities & Not for Profit to join our growing team. Working with some excellent clients, you will thrive in a supportive and knowledgeable team. You’ll be busy, challenged but have every opportunity to excel and progress within your career.  You’ll be ACA or ACCA, with 3+ years experience in Audit – ideally with a high level of involvement in Charities & Not for Profit assignments. Taking responsibility for the completion of NFP audit and accounting assignments both within and outside of the office, in accordance with PEM’s technical standards and procedures. You will also be responsible to your manager for those jobs under their control. Nature of Work General accounting role involving mainly audit work, with some accounting jobs and taxation computations. Work will be detailed and you may provide a supervisory role to students in respect of other client work. The client base is varied and interesting. 

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Corporate Tax Manager

Stockport

Permanent

45000 - 55000

Corporate Tax Manager - Full time (Monday to Friday inclusive) Stockport, Cheshire Salary: Circa £45,000-55,000 (dependent on experience) We are a leading regional firm of accountants, working with a growing national and international client base. We are seeking to recruit a professional and personable Corporate Tax Senior to support growth within our Special Projects Tax team in Stockport. The Special Projects tax department provides taxation advisory service to its mainly corporate clients along with advisory tax support to the Corporate Finance team. Reporting directly to the Special Projects Tax Director and Corporate Finance Director, the role will also involve direct interaction with all accounts and audit Directors, practising in all disciplines within the firm. The role will be client facing from an early stage. If this sounds like a role you can do, then we would love to hear from you! You will have/are: A passion for providing exceptional client service; Exceptional UK corporate tax knowledge; An awareness of other tax and accounting areas from within a reputable practice; Experience of working with SME businesses on complex tax matters; Experience of delivery within M&A projects including but not exhaustively capital reduction demergers, corporate group restructures, MBO/MBI step planning; Must be professionally qualified in tax, CTA or equivalent. High level analytical skills and a commercial approach to resolving issues in a collaborative and creative way; Experience and knowledge of IHT, Capital Gains Tax, VAT and other wider taxes; Training experience for more junior team members; Able to work as part of a team in a growing department and firm; The initiative to drive projects forward. You will: Help our clients improve their tax function to control risk and facilitate better decision making; Provide a holistic ‘life cycle’ approach to clients; Assist clients with tax strategy, ensuring tax compliance, increasing post tax profits, and achieving best corporate tax practices; Support, and on occasions lead, one off bespoke special project tax work for clients; Co-ordinate the advice from external experts including firms within our international network; Liaise with HMRC, clients and third parties as necessary; Support the Corporate Finance department on the tax and structural side of Merger and Acquisition transactions; Provide tax structuring and tax due diligence services on a wide range of transactions; Be involved in Tax investigation services; Take a lead role in the support, development and coaching of more junior members of our growing team; Provide training on Corporate Taxation to audit and accounts teams; Partake in team key performance indicator setting and monthly measurement; Gain an introduction to business development, including responsibility for developing relationships with clients and understanding their business; Help to identify tax planning opportunities and areas for the provision of other services Here are 5 reasons to come and work with us… Most up to date systems! Bespoke software to help us offer superb client care; Have a voice! Our inclusive culture ensures that everyone does; Client care. Clients love working with our innovative teams whose focus is on helping them to grow - our monthly client happiness scores are regularly over 97%; Personal Growth! Opportunities for personal and professional development, whilst broadening technical skills and your commercial acumen; You’ll work flexi hours as standard, and there are opportunities to work from home, to support your work-life balance.

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Client Manager

Stockport

Permanent

0 - 45000

Client Manager (with audit experience) – Full time (Monday to Friday inclusive) Stockport, Cheshire Salary:  up to £45,000 (depending on experience) Do you enjoy the challenge of supporting and inspiring people and businesses to be the best that they can be?  Are you forward thinking and proactive? We are a leading regional firm of business advisers and accountants that support and inspire our clients to grow.  We are seeking to recruit a professional, personable and experienced Client Manager who will manage a portfolio of clients and support growth within our team in Stockport. You will have the drive to achieve results, will take a reflective and probing, problem solving approach to the role and have an eye for detail in order to maintain quality standards.  The role requires someone who has sound technical knowledge and skills and can be relied upon for their persistence and ability to see a job through to conclusion. You will also be responsible for managing, reviewing, supporting and motivating more junior members of the team. If this sounds like a role you can do, then we would love to hear from you! You will have/be: ACCA or ACA qualified, with experience of working within a similar role (including managing audits from start to finish). The ability to drive and motivate the team to achieve results, coach junior members of the team to ensure their standard of work meets expectations. A proven track record of building long-lasting relationships of trust. Confident in front of clients and others more senior than you and not afraid to challenge. A formal and professional manner, able to reflect on difficult situations in order to resolve problems. The skill to take ownership for managing your own development, seek extra responsibility and strive to always go the extra mile. Able to make the right decision quickly and display a high level of confidence in your decisions with reasonable justification. Relentless in problem solving, providing solutions in a timely and thorough manner. Able to juggle a number of jobs, whilst demonstrating excellent time management skills to ensure all deadlines and expectations are met. The ability to keep systems and procedures up to date. You will also be required to: Plan audit assignments. Conduct onsite and remote audit fieldwork in accordance with the agreed plan. Supervise and oversee audit team of up to three team members Complete all aspects of the electronic audit file. Review statutory accounts prepared by trainee team members, including all required disclosures. If required, produce draft tax computations and a provision for inclusion in the accounts. Review supporting working papers produced by other team members Here are 5 reasons to come and work with us… Most up to date systems!  Bespoke software to help us offer superb client care. Have a voice!  Our inclusive culture ensure that everyone does. Client care!  Clients love working with our innovative teams, whose focus is on helping them to grow – our monthly client happiness scores are regularly over 97%. Personal growth!  Opportunities for personal and professional development, whilst broadening technical skills and your commercial acumen. You’ll work flexi hours as standard, and our regular team social events and purpose-built offices offer a dynamic and inspiring working environment.

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AUDIT DIRECTOR (Partner Designate)

Dublin

Permanent

EUR £85,000 + bonus + benefits

We are exclusively handling a direct entry Audit Director opportunity for a long established firm of chartered accountants in Dublin, offering an unblocked route to Partner level and a starting salary of up to EUR 85,000 + bonus + benefits.    The firm supports a fee income of EUR 1.6m across its 2 partners and 18 staff, with circa two-thirds of fees emanating from audit and accounts work, with many audit clients in the EUR 12m - 80m bracket. You would inherit a multi-sector client portfolio of circa EUR 500,000 whilst being actively involved in staff management, strategy, 'special' projects and business development.    Please contact us in confidence if you would like more details and you are seeking an authentic path to partnership, where you will be joining as the next in line to be the firm's 3rd partner.    You will be a qualified accountant with a sustained track record of achievement in external audit - which must have been gained within a firm of accountants - and a demonstrable passion for client service and business development. You may currently be an established Senior Manager or an existing Director seeking a clearer path to partnership, with no minimum timescale within which this can be achieved.  Applications are also welcome from relocators.

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Senior Internal Auditor

London

Permanent

Founded in 1856 by Thomas Burberry, Burberry is a global luxury brand with a distinctly British attitude. We are a global business with an extensive network of both owned and franchised stores across EMEIA, Asia Pacific and Americas. We are digital pioneers, and innovative technology underpins every aspect of our business, from product design to distribution and marketing. We believe that modern luxury means being socially and environmentally responsible; this mindset is core to our business and key to our long-term success. JOB PURPOSE Support the Group in meeting its strategic objectives by demonstrating a drive to achieve best practice in risk management, governance and controls. Provide independent assurance and guidance to the Board and the Audit committee on the adequacy and effectiveness of the group's control environment.  Supporting the business in optimising controls and process efficiency and in protecting value and supporting growth. Supporting the function in delivering its agreed objectives and meeting KPIs. RESPONSIBILITIES Understand the key strategies of Burberry and how they impact Internal Audit’s work and overall plan. Work with the Audit Manager/Senior Manager to perform financial and/or operation audits by auditing and identifying the key risks and assessing the design and operating effectiveness of key processes and controls. Design and perform testing to evaluate the operation of the controls in place. Make an initial judgement on the design and operating effectiveness of controls in place. Ensure that the Audit Manager/Senior Manager is kept up to date on audit progress and findings. Provide an initial view on how significant any weaknesses or issues are and assist in the development of pragmatic and relevant audit recommendations that are implemented. Draft audit reports, including assessment of findings and overall report grade within agreed timeframes and functional KPIs. Follow up and resolve issues and queries raised during review by senior members of audit team and through discussion of factual accuracy by management. Develop relationships with stakeholders to ensure Internal Audit remains a relevant, valued business partner by stakeholders. Perform and document all work in compliance with established methodology to ensure that professional internal audit standards are being complied with. Keep up to date with developments in governance, risk, control and auditing PERSONAL PROFILE Required Financial Qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) or Internal Audit Qualification (IIA, CIA). Minimum of 4 years post-graduate experience (i.e. equivalent to a newly qualified accountant) in internal/external audit or a combined audit and finance role Desirable Experience of auditing or working in FTSE 100 companies or benchmark companies Shared Service Centre experience Retail experience SAP ERP experience Works co-operatively with others to achieve objectives, displaying an understanding of group dynamics, being a team player, being collegial and collaborative and open. Ability to deliver high quality work – is self-motivated with a desire to add value and produce quality work. Requires a professional commitment with the objective of completing jobs on time and to the standard required. Displays ability to self-assess own performance and take steps to actively improve performance. Good verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated in day to day work and in formal meetings and reporting context Demonstrates flexible, objective, lateral thinking. Is resilient and able to operate comfortably in an environment that is subject to frequent change  Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.      

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Head of Due Process Oversight

London

Permanent

101000 - 104000

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC)’s mission is to serve the public interest by setting high standards of corporate governance, reporting and audit and holding to account those responsible for delivering them. We are the UK Competent Authority for audit.  We also set the UK Corporate Governance and Stewardship Codes as well as UK standards for accounting, auditing and actuarial work, and monitor and take action to promote the quality of corporate reporting and operate independent enforcement arrangements for accountants and actuaries. Further information about our role can be found at www.frc.org.uk.   The Accounting and Reporting Policy team is part of the Regulatory Standards Division, which includes all areas of the FRC that set and influence standards and codes and promote good practice, including international liaison.  The Accounting and Reporting Policy team develops and implements the FRC’s strategy for standards and related guidance in respect of Corporate Reporting.    Following the establishment of the UK Endorsement Board (UK EB), which will endorse and adopt IFRS for use in the UK, the FRC will be responsible for due process oversight of the UK EB’s adherence to its due process and governance.   The Role: Reporting to the Director, Accounting and Reporting Policy, the role involves: further developing the FRC’s due process oversight policies and processes relating to the UK EB; and leading the projects to assess the UK EB’s compliance with its Due Process Handbook and drawing together any themes for reporting, this will include managing and developing project staff, delivering papers to the relevant governance bodies and meeting project deadlines. The Person: Educated to degree level, with a professional qualification (preferably CCAB qualified Chartered Accountant, or senior solicitor or barrister with significant post qualification experience) and at a minimum of director level in an audit firm or senior management in industry. The ideal candidates will have: Detailed knowledge, understanding and experience of accounting standard-setting and related due process in the public interest. Advanced report writing skills, including drafting of reports for publication and internal Board & Committee papers. Strong communication skills, including an ability to present effectively to external and internal parties. Able to provide leadership through influence and to work as part of a team to influence the outcome of projects. A commitment to the objectives and processes of the FRC. Ability to engage with and command respect of senior stakeholders both internally and externally. Able to maintain key relationships working effectively within the team to maximise impact and effectiveness and demonstrate effectiveness and accountability. Excellent analytical skills and judgement, identifies and analyses information effectively. Understands the validity, relevance and limitations of different sources of evidence.  Uses evidence to assess compliance and provide advice (ability to provide sound, clear and constructive advice). Able to work independently, prioritise the work and allocate to staff members to deliver the work agenda to agreed timescales, whilst keeping more senior staff updated. Able to foster a team environment and to develop and mentor staff members. The role is based in our Central London Office. The post holder should be able to work flexibly to support the team’s activities and also provide cover within the FRC as necessary.   Rewards and benefits The FRC offers competitive remuneration packages, including 30 days annual leave plus ability to buy extra leave. Generous employer pension contribution of 10%. Staff Employee Assistance Programme including confidential counselling and work life services. Values in Practice Scheme, rewarding performance against our values and behaviours. The FRC offers staff the opportunity to save at least 25% on the purchase of a new bike through the Cycle to work scheme. The FRC has a strong work/life balance ethos. The FRC believes that equality of opportunity and diversity is important in the work that we do and we are strongly committed to being an inclusive employer. Our values of being fair and independent supports this commitment. We're a signatory to the Government's Disability Confident scheme, which means that we guarantee an interview to any disabled candidates entering under the scheme, should they meet the minimum criteria for a role. Equal opportunities monitoring is an important means of demonstrating and implementing our commitment to promoting equality of opportunity and diversity. Completing our diversity form will assist the FRC to identify any barriers that prevent access to employment and career development for certain groups of people, and to develop solutions, such as action plans, new policies and practices. The form is completed on a voluntary basis and we strongly encourage all job applicants to complete it. Complete the Diversity Form here

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Professional Level Financial Accounting and Reporting Moderator

Contract

  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 Financial Accounting and Reporting 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 Financial Accounting and Reporting 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 Financial Accounting and Reporting, in particular; the International Accounting Standards Board’s (IASB) conceptual framework for financial reporting, and the application of IFRS to specified single entity and group scenarios. A good understanding of the differences between IFRS and UK GAAP is also required, 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 apply below  by 4th March 2021 with your CV and a statement detailing:   how you meet the person specification why you would be interested in becoming an ICAEW examiner   Interviews will be held remotely via Microsoft Teams on or around 1st April 2021.  

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Accountant - Maternity Cover

Canterbury

Contract

£35,000 - £45,000 FTE dependent on qualifications and experience

Kent College is a co-educational nursery, day and boarding school for pupils aged 0 to 18, located at two sites, set in exceptional grounds with outstanding facilities.  The Accountant is responsible for the management of finances for the school and compliance with Charity Commission Guidelines, along with accountability for ensuring that the finance of the School's trading subsidiary is tightly managed. The role holder will report to the Bursar and have management responsibility for a team of 3.  The successful candidate will have a degree or equivalent professional qualification in financial or management accounting, accompanied by experience in a busy environment with ever changing priorities and challenges, as well as being highly computer literate and confident with MS Excel and Google sheets. The role holder must be able to use their own initiative, demonstrate excellent attention to detail, accuracy and organisational skills, whilst maintaining good communication with the team and the wider school community. This position is for maternity cover and the successful applicant will ideally be able to start in April. As part of Kent College we can offer you a rewarding career with excellent benefits including, free Benenden health care, free car parking, free meals in term-time, contributory pension scheme and uniform where appropriate. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.   Job Description Responsible to:        Bursar Direct Involvement with:    All members of staff; outside agencies       Hours:            3 to 4 days per week (negotiable) / Full year  Salary:            Competitive dependent upon experience and qualifications The Role             Overview         The Accountant is responsible for the management of the finances of the School and its compliance with Charity Commission guidelines. The role also has accountability for ensuring that the finance of the School’s trading subsidiary is tightly managed. The Accountant has line management responsibility for the Bursary team of 3 staff, comprising a Finance Assistant, a Purchase Ledger Clerk and a Fees Receivable Clerk. Key Responsibilities Management of the finance function, overseeing and mentoring the Bursary team Preparation of monthly actuals, rolling forecasts, variance analysis and commentary, demonstrating a detailed business understanding Ongoing control of budgets with production of periodic reports and challenging budget holders during the financial year Preparation of monthly and termly management accounts and cashflow statements, submitting to Head Office at the Methodists Independent Schools Trust (MIST) Management of the School and trading subsidiary’s cash position, providing detailed analysis through regular forecasting Preparation of other statutory returns as required by MIST Head Office and other regulatory bodies Maintenance of 5+5, CapEx schedule, full year budget and rolling forecasts Presentation of termly financials to the Governors’ Finance & General Purposes (F&GP) Committee Preparation of statutory accounts and associated schedules in respect of the School and trading subsidiary for the MIST Group’s auditors Preparation of quarterly VAT Returns for School and trading subsidiary Maintenance of financial ledgers, accounting processes and internal controls Review and create financial process efficiencies, including supporting MIST in managing the Group’s transition to a new finance system Maintenance of the School Risk Register Prepare, implement and uphold School Financial Policies Provide general support and cover to the Bursar as required. The Person Essential Qualifications Degree or equivalent professional qualification in financial or management accounting Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to this post Experience Demonstrate experience of budget control procedures, financial and management accounting Experience of preparing Charity Accounts and managing VAT Demonstrable experience of managing a team Previous experience of working in an educational environment or similar would be advantageous but not essential An understanding of Charity Law would be preferable Key Competencies Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the Independent School sector Ability to prioritise workload, respond to multiple requests and deliver under pressure Strong Excel/Google sheets and financial modelling skills Comfortable working to strict timescales and deadlines Team player with a positive attitude Ability to motivate and inspire others Supportive of the Methodist ethos of the School

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Professional Level Audit and Assurance 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 Audit and Assurance 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 Audit and Assurance 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 Audit and assurance, 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 By 3rd March 2021. Interviews will be held remotely via Microsoft teams on or around 9th April 2021

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Regulatory Assurance Lead (Band 2)

Bootle

Permanent

£51,962 - £58,227

Regular travel to our HQ in Bootle, Merseyside is expected At HSE, we work with one goal in mind – to help keep Britain’s workforce safe and healthy. As an independent regulator, our work touches virtually every sector of UK industry. We don’t just inspect workplaces and implement the law, we campaign for better H&S practice, craft and review guidance and regulations, and produce crucial research and statistics. Maintaining confidence in our regulatory activities depends on assuring quality. As a result we have set up a new Business Assurance Team with responsibility for developing and implementing an assurance framework, based on the Three Lines of Defence Model. The Head of Business Assurance and Corporate Assurance Lead are already in post and we are now focusing on assurance in regulatory operations.  The role Joining our new Regulatory Assurance Team, your expertise will be critical to progressing our second-line assurance provision. By developing and leading a high-quality, responsive and efficient assurance function, you’ll help to inform decision-making at the highest levels. You will also bring together the outcomes of key assurance activities (first, second or third line) to provide meaningful insight into the regulatory assurance landscape. We’ll look to you to seek out ways to improve and innovate. For example, as HSE’s work to become the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) progresses, you will have the opportunity to advise on integrating effective control and assurance mechanisms into our new processes. Your background This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and experienced assurance professional to help shape the future of a growing, national organisation. You’ll understand how to engage effectively with colleagues and to work in a collaborative and inclusive way. At the same time, you’ll have the drive and resilience to persuade and influence senior stakeholders and colleagues to adopt different approaches to improve controls.  A consultative, pragmatic and proportionate approach to sharing your expertise is key: your conversations will always be informed by a good understanding of the operational impact of we do. Rewards There’s a lot to look forward to here beyond the generous Civil Service pension and our commitment to flexible working. We put a high value on ongoing personal and professional development and offer access to learning opportunities tailored to your role. You can also expect annual leave of least 25 days. Our work affects people’s lives across the UK, and it’s important that our teams reflect the diversity of the society we work to protect. So we look for people to bring different skills, perspectives and experience from all walks of life, and particularly welcome BAME, disabled and LGBT+ applicants, currently underrepresented in this discipline within HSE.   To Apply Please submit your CV, with a suitability statement of up to 1250 words, outlining relevant experience and explaining how you meet the requirements of the role. Closing date: Apply before 11:55 pm on 14th March 2021

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Professional Level Business Planning Taxation 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 Business Planning 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. EXAMINER ROLE DESCRIPTION Prepare the exam and mark schemes consistent with the syllabuses. critically assess the quality of questions and candidates’ answers for each exam and prepare the post exam material with commentaries for publishing. organise the marking of written scripts with the assistance of the Moderator or team 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 Business Planning and Taxation in the context of preparing tax computations,  advising on tax-efficient strategies for businesses and individuals, interaction of taxes and assessing the commercial impact of recommendations concerning alternative tax treatments and solutions to taxation issues together with a good overall knowledge of the whole field of accountancy team player willingness to work collaboratively with a 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. Interviews will be held remotely via Microsoft Teams on or around 7th April 2021.  

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Manager - VAT & Duties

London

Permanent

c£70 000

  Role family Management responsibility:  Technical Strategy   Does this role have management responsibility for others?   No Specialist   Overall purpose of role   To lead on ICAEW Tax Faculty’s role as the voice of tax in the areas of VAT, Customs Duties and related areas. To manage ICAEW’s engagement with members and policy makers on these topics and to generate and manage the provision of leading-edge services to members in these areas.   Main responsibilities of role   The main responsibilities of the role are to work with the Head of the Tax Faculty, the Senior Policy Adviser, Tax Faculty staff and the wider Technical Strategy department to achieve the following outcomes. Manage engagement with members in the areas of VAT and Customs Duties through the VAT & Duties Committee and other ICAEW member groups, liaising with active members and working with the Committee to support the public interest role of ICAEW members in the fields of VAT and Customs Duties.   Liaise with HMRC and tax policymakers on VAT and Customs Duties matters including through established liaison committees and develop liaisons as appropriate with international colleagues and others to monitor international trends in these areas, share experiences and identify best practices. Help support and develop ICAEW’s position as a leading commentator on VAT and Customs Duties, both at a detailed policy level and also managing (either directly or in a commissioning and editing role) leading edge material that enhances our reputation as a leading body on VAT and Customs Duties, thereby supporting the reputation and influence of ICAEW members as the leading business advisers and helping UK businesses to navigate the extensive changes to trading arrangements brought about by the UK’s withdrawal from the EU. Prepare and deliver high quality technical and practical information for ICAEW members arising out of the above activities and lead on the development of digital content in the above areas for delivery through ICAEW’s website hubs.   All of the above to be undertaken in consultation and liaison with Tax Faculty members, ICAEW members and   wider stakeholders as needed.  Specific duties will vary from time to time in line with the business needs     ICAEW values – all staff are expected to work to these values The 3 i’s – Initiative Insight and Integrity The 3 i’s are the values that drive our attitude and approach to working at ICAEW, along with our ways of working being agile, collaborative and innovative.    Initiative Actively collaborating to identify needs and look for innovative solutions. Bring together different groups and communities to work together. Empowering people to be agile, so they can take ownership and harness the collective efforts of ICAEW in a flexible and responsive way. Insight Actively gathering insights to develop innovative and considered thought. Collaborating with our networks to voice different perspectives and insights internally and externally to stimulate discussion and debate. Being agile in finding new and timely ways to provide understanding and insight to our members, organisations and government Integrity Acting with transparency, consistency and openness as Integrity underpins all activity we undertake. Standing by your principles to adhere to the highest professional standards even when facing adversity. Doing the right thing, even when no one is looking. Candidate profile     The post holder is likely to possess the following qualities:   A qualified Chartered Accountant or tax specialist with the confidence and interpersonal skills to deal with senior level representatives from Government, HMRC and HM Treasury, ICAEW members and a wider group of stakeholders including other professional bodies and potentially internationally; Good technical and practical knowledge of VAT. A good working knowledge of Customs Duties and procedures would be preferred but, as a minimum, a demonstrable commitment and desire to develop knowledge and skills in this area would be required; Excellent communication skills (both oral/listening, written and presentational), in particular to lead on the development and delivery of a webinar programme on these areas together with associated support material, for example written guidance and FAQs; The ability to adopt a flexible approach to the tasks to be completed and a very conscientious attitude towards work. The successful candidate must be proactive, organised and have the potential to engage confidently with senior professionals in explaining the technical and practical policies and materials;  Be able to work successfully as a member of a small team and be willing to respond flexibly and to provide support to colleagues as required; The ability to uphold the high quality standards of work of the Tax Faculty, working as required within our peer review processes and be able to meet deadlines; and As the role will require extensive interaction with ICAEW members (both active members and the wider membership), it will require diplomatic skills and the ability to prioritise tasks and work well under pressure.    

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Financial Accountant

Maidenhead

Permanent

up to £50k depending on skills

Financial accountant in Central Maidenhead  Hanson is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 3,500 people and operating around 300 manufacturing plants and is part of the HeidelbergCement Group, which has leading global positions in aggregates, cement and concrete. The materials and products we make underpin our communities and are used in some of the country’s most innovative and iconic structures. Working at Hanson is about being part of One Team. Our aim is to be a leading sustainable business, trusted and respected for the ethics we adopt and the products we supply.  We are seeking a financial accountant to join our head office team in Maidenhead, Berkshire – a great move for a someone looking to broaden their experience and gain their first post qualification role in industry. With responsibility for all aspects of financial reporting, including actuals, budget and forecast for an assigned part/s of our business, you will, ideally, be a graduate with a professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA) plus, 1-2 years’ post-qualification experience in general practice. The role includes assisting the business by determining specific accounting entries and by providing technical accounting advice – including IFRS 16 (leases), IFRS 15 (revenue recognition) and IFRS 9 (financial instrument), plus the preparation and review of FRS 101/FRS 102 statutory accounts. You will also be responsible for providing accounting assistance regarding annual impairment reviews, pensions and property transactions, as well as assisting in ensuring non-financial reporting requirements are fulfilled and the integrity of our corporate internal control environment is maintained. The successful candidate will have excellent communications skills and proven ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team.  As well as strong attention to detail you will need to be comfortable working with a wide range of people and demonstrate a curious mindset and the ability to develop creative solutions. Our remuneration package includes a salary of up to £50k depending on skills and experience and a range of benefits including 27 days holiday, contributory pension scheme and an employee discount scheme – plus on-going training and development opportunities to help further your career.  For the full job description and to   Register and Apply ➤ We are an equal opportunities employer. Please ensure you are legally able to work in the UK before applying for this role.

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Investment Bank Regulatory Reporting Accountant

City of London, London

Permanent

£50000 - £60000 per annum + Bonus, pension & other benefits

An international Investment Bank with operations across Europe, Asia and the Americas are currently growing their Central London based Regulatory Reporting function. This incredibly impressive institution is looking for a qualified accountant who has regulatory reporting and/or statistical reporting at a Financial Service institution with good technical knowledge of accounting standards (UK GAAP or IFRS). In return they will provide you the opportunity to own the production of regulatory reporting and statutory reporting items as well as analysis of new regulatory rules and policies and how they will impact the business which will take form as exciting projects. This is a superb platform to develop alongside talented and capable individuals at a business which is continually growing and performed remarkably well over the past 12 months.

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Finance Analyst - Private Equity - ACA

London

Permanent

£55000 - £65000 per annum + Bonus, pension + other benefits

Goodman Masson are searching for a Finance Analyst to join a leading global Private Equity firm. This is a great opportunity for a qualified accountant to gain unrivalled exposure to the private equity industry and will see the successful candidate act as a business partner to Front Office and Investor Relations. The role will require working with Investment and Execution teams to maximise returns for investors and as such, excellent interpersonal skills will be fundamental in conveying this information back to key stakeholders. The successful candidate will be vibrant and energetic, favouring dynamism over the rigid hierarchical corporate atmosphere. Responsibilities: - Collaborating with external parties to execute FX trades and loan drawdowns; Working with Fund Managers to maximise returns on investment by making informed strategy decisions. This will involve utilising knowledge of investments, deal pipelines and liquidity of funds; Monitoring the accuracy of investment valuations through analysing and interpreting financial statement information; Supporting investment team with accurate analysis including fund exposure and historic performance; Liaising with Investor Relations team to inform investors on the position of their funds; Tracking progress of new deals ensuring standards are in line with strategy; Providing reports to senior management to help inform strategy calls; Working with Fund Accountants to produce quarterly accounts reflecting deal activity. Key Skills: - Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent); Private Equity, Asset Management or Financial Services experience preferred; Strong academics (2:1 minimum); Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and develop relationships; Ability to influence to achieve results and make a strong impact; Forward thinking, confidently voicing new ideas to improve process.

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Swire Finance Programme – Recruitment 2021

Asia

Permanent

From aviation to shipping and property to beverages, Swire operates in multiple industries across the globe. Many of our core businesses can be found within the Asia Pacific region and include well-known brands such as Swire Coca-Cola, Swire Properties, and Cathay Pacific. If you are an experienced finance professional who is excited by a diverse career that will allow you to step out of your comfort zone, this is the perfect opportunity for you. The Programme The purpose of the Swire Finance Programme is to develop high performing, high potential individuals into finance leadership roles. Your performance and drive to succeed will determine how quickly you progress and how far you go on the Programme. Over time, you’ll have the opportunity to explore different industries, countries and cultures while gaining broad financial experience. With job rotations every few years and extensive training and development support, you’ll never stop learning. In terms of progression, you’ll be expected to reach at least Level 4 (General Manager) in our leadership hierarchy. The strongest performers and those who exhibit the most potential will have the opportunity to progress to Senior Executive roles (Finance Director or CFO). Eligibility Criteria Business and commercial acumen and the aspiration to become a Finance Director Intellectually curious and with strong learning agility Strong leadership potential Team player with strong communication skills and culturally adaptable Driven and takes initiative Qualified accountants (ACA) Relevant experience to join at either Team Leader or Operational Leader level Excellent command of English Other language skills, especially Cantonese and Putonghua, an advantage Geographically mobile, including but not limited to locations such as Papua New Guinea/West Africa. Executives are expected to work on rotation across different geographies and operating companies throughout their career with Swire. Application Process The application deadline is 14 March. Successful candidates will be invited to interviews in April 2021.    For enquiries, please contact the Swire Leadership Development Team at LD@jsshk.com or visit our website for further details. https://leadership.swire.com/en/our-programmes/swire-finance-programme    

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Technical Manager, Audit Standards and Reform

London

Permanent

c£70,000

Role family Management responsibility:   Technical Strategy   Does this role have management responsibility for others?   No   Specialist   Overall purpose of role Supporting members in firms of all sizes through the creation and dissemination of know-how on high impact areas and contributing to ICAEW’s reputation and influence in relation to the audit reform agenda, the improvement of auditing standards and the enhancement of audit quality. Main responsibilities of role   Develop high quality guidance and information for members on key areas of audit and assurance, especially through creation and dissemination of know-how on high impact areas, such as new standards and evolving areas of assurance (such as climate risks), and updating the faculty’s existing stock of guidance Work collaboratively with ICAEW colleagues and volunteers from member firms on audit reform projects and thought leadership. Develop policy representations in response to public consultations, communicating and highlighting policy work through all appropriate channels, and building on relationships with member firms, the FRC, IAASB and other policy makers. Ensuring the efficient and smooth operation of assigned faculty committees and working parties and the timely delivery of assigned technical projects. Specific duties will vary from time to time in line with the business needs. Part-time role considered.   ICAEW values – all staff are expected to work to these values The 3 i’s – Initiative Insight and Integrity The 3 i’s are the values that drive our attitude and approach to working at ICAEW, along with our ways of working being agile, collaborative and innovative.    Initiative Actively collaborating to identify needs and look for innovative solutions. Bring together different groups and communities to work together. Empowering people to be agile, so they can take ownership and harness the collective efforts of ICAEW in a flexible and responsive way. Insight Actively gathering insights to develop innovative and considered thought. Collaborating with our networks to voice different perspectives and insights internally and externally to stimulate discussion and debate. Being agile in finding new and timely ways to provide understanding and insight to our members, organisations and government Integrity Acting with transparency, consistency and openness as Integrity underpins all activity we undertake. Standing by your principles to adhere to the highest professional standards even when facing adversity. Doing the right thing, even when no one is looking. Candidate profile   The post holder will be an ICAEW Chartered Accountant. They need to be a real team player, with a good and up-to date understanding of developments affecting audit and audit quality and the ability to think strategically and focus resource to best effect. They may have undertaken roles with an emphasis on technical work.  They need excellent interpersonal skills in order to work well with industry leaders. High quality oral and written communication and presentation skills are essential.  Strong management skills are also needed, including the ability (i) to allocate and monitor work and priorities, (ii) to engender a good working relationship among colleagues across ICAEW and (iii) to ensure activities and policy are consistent with, and supportive of, ICAEW’s strategy.  

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Technical Manager, Corporate Reporting

London

Permanent

c£70,000

Role family Management responsibility:  Technical Strategy Does this role have management responsibility for others?   No   Specialist   Overall purpose of role   Contributing to ICAEW’s reputation and influence in relation to reform of the UK corporate reporting system and the improvement of UK and international reporting standards and practice and supporting members through the creation and dissemination of know-how on high impact areas.   Main responsibilities of role   Work collaboratively with ICAEW colleagues and volunteers from member firms on projects and thought leadership linked to the UK reform agenda and the evolution of reporting models. Develop policy representations in response to public consultations, communicating and highlighting policy work through all appropriate channels, and building on relationships with member firms, the FRC, IASB and other standard setters and policy makers. Ensuring the efficient and smooth operation of relevant faculty committees and the timely delivery of assigned technical projects. Develop high quality guidance for members on relevant issues and developments through creation and dissemination of know-how on high impact areas, such as new and amended standards and evolving areas of reporting, such as climate risks. Specific duties will vary from time to time in line with the business needs. Part-time role considered.   ICAEW values – all staff are expected to work to these values The 3 i’s – Initiative Insight and Integrity The 3 i’s are the values that drive our attitude and approach to working at ICAEW, along with our ways of working being agile, collaborative and innovative.    Initiative Actively collaborating to identify needs and look for innovative solutions. Bring together different groups and communities to work together. Empowering people to be agile, so they can take ownership and harness the collective efforts of ICAEW in a flexible and responsive way. Insight Actively gathering insights to develop innovative and considered thought. Collaborating with our networks to voice different perspectives and insights internally and externally to stimulate discussion and debate. Being agile in finding new and timely ways to provide understanding and insight to our members, organisations and government Integrity Acting with transparency, consistency and openness as Integrity underpins all activity we undertake. Standing by your principles to adhere to the highest professional standards even when facing adversity. Doing the right thing, even when no one is looking.   Candidate profile   The post holder will be an ICAEW Chartered Accountant. They need good and up-to date understanding of developments affecting corporate reporting  and the ability to think strategically and focus resource to best effect. As well as being a qualified chartered accountant they should have undertaken roles with an emphasis on technical work.  They need excellent interpersonal skills in order to work well with industry leaders. High quality oral and written communication and presentation skills are essential.  Strong management skills are also needed, including the ability (i) to allocate and monitor work and priorities, (ii) to engender a good working relationship among colleagues across ICAEW and (iii) to ensure activities and policy are consistent with, and supportive of, ICAEW strategy.    

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Advisory and Forensic Accountant - Grade 7

Bristol

Permanent

£51,050 - £64,750

HMRC is the UK's tax, payments and customs authority and we have a vital purpose: collecting the money that pays for the UK’s public services and helping families and individuals with targeted financial support. Advisory and Forensic Accountants Team We have approximately 140 Advisory and Forensic Accountants within HMRC and by joining us you will be able to support HMRC’s drive to tackle avoidance and criminality, while making a positive difference to the nation’s finances. You will play an active role in high-profile issues and ultimately your work will touch the lives of everyone in the UK. We are seeking to fill posts in four different Advisory and Forensic Accountant roles. These roles are senior leadership roles.   Job description The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant who has trained and spent a few years in the profession or industry. This could be in the public sector or private sector. You will be joining a team who share their wealth of knowledge and breadth of experience and apply this to commercial situations, both on an advisory perspective as well as a forensic perspective (i.e. for court).   Responsibilities • Be a visible leader within and outside HMRC, promoting the work of the directorates and HMRC, working cross directorate and actively implementing strategy. • Support litigation, to include acting as an expert witness, case accountant or witness of fact and be proactive in assisting others involved in litigation. You will prepare and review professional reports with both factual and opinion evidence, attending case conferences, meetings and Court appearances whilst acting with professionalism, integrity and independence at all times. • Provide accounting advice, analysing relevant customer facts, accounting frameworks, applying precedent and, where appropriate, challenging customer’s accounting analysis. • Support risk activities, including reviewing financial statements and accounting information, meeting with customers and working with other specialists to form a view and assess impact for tax. • Communicate, meet and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders to influence behaviour, including case teams, policy experts, other advisory and forensic accountants, courts and customers. • Develop and provide quality accountancy training to accountancy and tax professionals. Tailor training materials and offer follow up support to delegates. • Coach and mentor colleagues and trainees, using own skills and experience to aid their development. • Share knowledge amongst Advisory and Forensic accountants and more widely, as appropriate, using innovative methods and digital tools. • Assist delivery of strategic objectives, matching resource to risk, through prioritisation, work planning and national/cross directorate work sharing. • Display expertise and experience at a sufficient level and authority to appear credible to courts, tribunals, accountancy firms, customers and senior HMRC officers. Essential criteria / experience: • Full and complete qualification from, and continuing membership of, at least one of the following professional accounting bodies: the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS), Chartered Accountants Ireland (CAI), the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) or the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA). • Strong financial accounting experience gained in either practice, industry, public sector or private sector and specifically including: (1) Experience of analysing and interpreting a range of financial records; and (2) Experience of preparing or reviewing financial statements; and (3) Experience of considering the appropriate accounting treatment of a variety of specific transactions; and (4) Experience in communicating orally and in writing with a variety of audiences. Please confirm which body you are a full member of within your application. These posts are full time however applicants who wish to work alternative working patterns are welcome to apply. The preferred working pattern may or may not be available, agreement will be subject to business need, and any request to work an alternative working pattern should be made prior to your acceptance of the provisional offer Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Making Effective Decisions Communicating and Influencing Working Together Delivering at Pace We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form: Making Effective Decisions Communicating and Influencing Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Accountancy skills via an On-line technical test   Apply Here  

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