External Auditor Job - London - Senior Finance - ACCA/CIMA Qualified - Audit Firm

Interim Auditor (Contractor)

Role Summary:
Supports the organisations statutory audits of government bodies, working with permanent teams to deliver high quality financial and value for money audits in line with professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct financial audits of government departments in line with company methodology.
• Prepare and maintain audit documentation compliant with ISA 230.
• Review financial statements for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify issues and escalate findings to senior auditors.
• Apply technical guidance to support audit quality.
• Engage with clients professionally and attend meetings.
• Complete required technical training for assigned audits.
• Uphold the ethical and confidentiality standards of the organisation

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of auditing standards including ISA and IFRS.
• High quality documentation skills with clear, accurate working papers.
• Sound professional judgement and scepticism.
• Analytical ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Technical proficiency with audit software and Microsoft Office.
• Public sector knowledge desirable.

Experience

• Recent external audit experience.
• Familiarity with the top 10 audit firms softwares and policies
• ACA/ACCA or equivalent qualification.
• Public sector audit experience desirable but not essential.

Working Pattern

• On site or client site presence for three days per week.

Interim Audit Trained Finance Manager - London - c. £450 / day

Your new company
Join a rapidly scaling, high growth tech business operating at the forefront of global business payments and multi currency solutions. Backed by major institutional investors and experiencing exceptional year on year revenue growth, this organisation has expanded globally and continues to invest heavily in its technology, infrastructure, and product ecosystem. .

Your new role

A listed Oil & Gas producer are looking for a Finance Manager

Your new company
The company is an AIM Listed Oil & Gas production business with a global asset portfolio. The company currently have a mix of assets at development and production phase and is building out their London HQ.
Your new role
Working in the global headquarters, managing a regional team, this role takes overall ownership for reporting across the company.
Duties:

• Management reporting
• Financial reporting - production of listed accounts
• Ongoing systems improvement work
• Working with auditors at year-end
• Annual budgets and forecasts
• Business partnering with divisional stakeholders including non-finance budget holders

What you’ll need to succeed
You will need to be a qualified accountant, with experience producing accounts in accordance with IFRS. The role would be suited to professionals with desire to really grow with a business in the Oil & Gas sector.
What you’ll get in return
You will get to be part of a well respected, financially secure business that is generating revenue and looking to significantly grow.
What you need to do now
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Finance Manager in well known Infrastructure business - Hybrid

Your new company
A very well known, London infrastructure business with a focus on sustainability and providing a cleaner future for the UK. The company have gone from strength to strength in the last few years and built a robust organisation. They have recently restructured the finance function and have a newly created Finance Manager role to take control of a broad position from IFRS reporting to business partnering.
Your new role
Reporting into the Financial Controller, the role will operate in a lean finance function, with a truly broad role, focused across IFRS reporting to business partnering with operations.
Duties include

• IFRS reporting on group performance
• Monthly management accounting including variance analysis and presentation of board pack
• Business partnering with operations, including chairing budget meetings
• Ownership of budget and forecasting for the group
• Ad hoc Tax and Treasury support

What you’ll need to succeed
You will need to be a qualified accountant, ideally from an ACA/ACCA background who has gained hands on experience of reporting in accordance with IFRS. You should be interested to work in the Infra sector, for a business with relevance to society as a whole. The ideal professional will be a strong communicator, looking for a broad role
What you’ll get in return
Following restructure this role is well set up for someone to really take ownership of the function. It is a position that will really aid the development of a professional towards an FC role in the future, so the business is excited by the opportunity to train and develop. The company offer a competitive salary, strong bonus and flexible hybrid work model.
What you need to do now

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Finance Manager for a SaaS, B2B business in London, paying £60-70k

Your new companyI am currently working on an exclusive basis with a B2B SaaS company in London going through an exciting growth journey. The role will be working for an innovative business with reputable businesses and a healthy pipeline to support scale.

Your new role
As a Finance Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Day-to-day management of a finance function
• Annual and quarterly forecasting
• Cash flow forecasting
• Supporting key business owners
• Financial controls
• Process and system improvements
• Supporting CFO with commercial facilities

What you’ll need to succeed

• Qualified Accountant (ACA / CIMA / ACCA) or equivalent
• Previous experience working in industry (open on sector)
• Confident communicator
• Interest in SaaS

What you’ll get in return
They are hiring a Finance Manager to join the team, sitting between a Junior Accountant and a Senior Management Accountant, and reporting directly to the CFO. This role has a clear growth pathway into a Financial Controller position as the business continues to scale, acting as a number two to the CFO. The CFO is new into the business and is focused on driving performance and building an effective, high impact finance team, meaning the scope of the role will naturally expand as the Finance Manager comes on board.
What you need to do now
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Private Client Tax Senior Manager Partner Designate ACA ACCA ATT CTA Weybrdge Surrey

Your new company
One of my top clients is planning for its future and looking to expand their tax team with a strong personal tax Manager or Senior Manager with a view to progressing through to Director or Partner as part of their succession planning. This independent Firm boasts 3 offices, soon to be opening a 4th in the heart of Surrey, an affluent area, boasting a deep and broad portfolio with high-level technical work. This represents an excellent opportunity to join this modern, well-respected Firm with an excellent culture, and to progress your career to the highest level with the Firm.

Your new role
You will:

• Manage a portfolio of clients
• Provide technical advisory expertise
• Oversee compliance for a designated portfolio
• Tax planning
• Assist with business development and attend networking events
• Assist to continue business growth and expansion of the portfolio
• Work closely with your new team, helping to guide and mentor individuals as needed
• Be a point of escalation within the team for any issues

What you’ll need to succeed
You will be a qualified accountant, ACA, ACCA, ATT, CTA with at least 5 years post-qualification experience. You will have managed a portfolio previously and be able to demonstrate your advisory skills during interview. You will have excellent communication skills to enable you to manage a high performing team, to liaise with clients, hold tax planning meetings, be confident in exploring business development opportunities and to network in local communities as needed.

What you’ll get in return
This is a Partner Designate role and will receive a salary dependent on experience and to reflect the stature of the role. Flexible working options are available.

What you need to do now
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Interim Chief Accountant - High Growth FMCG - London

Your New CompanyJoin a UK distribution business, part of a well established international consumer group, which is entering a significant growth phase and appointing a senior finance leader to join its executive team.

Your new role This role holds full ownership of the UK financial business, acting as the strategic and commercial partner to the Managing Director while safeguarding financial integrity, governance, and long term value creation.

A private renewable energy business are looking for a Financial Controller Your new company

Interim External Reporting Manager - 6months - FTSE100 PLC - c. £550 / day

Your new company
Step into a large, complex, and highly visible financial environment where technical accounting really matters. This is a rare opportunity to join a central reporting function at the heart of a major UK organisation, one that deals with high impact disclosures, senior level scrutiny, and a genuine commitment to improving financial reporting quality. If you’re looking for an environment where your technical skills actually get used, this is the perfect landing spot.
Your new role
You’ll play a key role in shaping external reporting across quarterly results cycles and year end disclosures. Expect exposure to senior finance stakeholders and the chance to take ownership of complex accounting areas, narrative reporting, and high profile notes. You’ll help coordinate reporting timetables, refine processes, contribute to governance over unusual items, and work closely with auditors. There’s also involvement in wider reporting initiatives, from ESG and non financial disclosures to improvements in reporting systems and controls.
What you’ll need to succeed
This role is ideal for a technically strong ACA with Big 4 or top tier audit experience looking to step into an influential group level position. You’ll bring:

• A deep understanding of IFRS and external reporting
• Experience leading or reviewing audits and handling complex disclosures
• Strong organisational discipline and comfort working to tight deadlines
• The ability to partner with senior finance contacts and explain technical matters clearly
• A proactive mindset, strong attention to detail, and an appetite for improving processes

If you’ve ever reviewed annual report notes at 1am during year end and thought, “I’d love to be on the other side of this next time” this is that role.

What you need to do now

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Finance Analyst, SaaS, London, 60-65,000 - City of London

Your new company
A PE-backed SaaS business in London is hiring a newly qualified, industry-qualified Finance Analyst to join the team. You will be working for a key international subscription business adding value from a reporting and commercial lens.

Your new role

As a Finance Analyst, you will be responsible for providing financial analysis and advice to help get the right results for the business. Delving into the root causes of problems, unlocking operational efficiencies, driving improvement to processes and delivering strong financial control

• Support finance strategy across multiple high margin global data subscription businesses
• Focusing on long-term value creation
• ARR, NRR and GRR, churn forecasting and data-driven planning
• Project work
• Month end close, cash-low and revenue recognition

What you’ll need to succeed

• ACA / CIMA / ACCA qualified
• Subscription experience is essential.
• Churn and ARR exposure
• Commercial minded
• Inquisitive, forward-thinking, sound commercial awareness

What you’ll get in return

This is an exciting role where you will be part of an established and ambitious finance team. The role will expose you to the wider business and core stakeholders. The role will develop your analytical experience and advance your commercial knowledge in a forward and challenging environment. I have placed three people into this business across the last few years, all are still with the company and have developed into core senior leadership roles. The business offers a collaborative working culture and the opportunity to really step into a truly commercial role.

What you need to do now
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Global Payroll Manager is needed for a 6-month contract.

Your new company
This leading global technology/e-commerce business is looking for a temporary Global Payroll Manager to come in for up to 6 months. They are looking for cover to lead their payroll team due to some internal changes.
Your new role
You will be overseeing an international payroll team, ensuring the global payroll runs smoothly, paid correctly and on time. You will be covering payroll for EMEA and the US. You will be ensuring local tax and legislation are correct and compliant. You will also be the contact for the payroll service provider.
What you’ll need to succeed
You will need to have experience managing multiple payrolls across EMEA and the US and have an understanding of local legislation. You will have previous experience managing a team across different locations and time zones. You will need to have great attention to detail, an adaptable approach and a self-starter.
What you’ll get in return
You will receive a competitive day rate, the ability to work remotely and further experience leading a global payroll team.
What you need to do now

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Temporary Payroll Analyst - Financial Service Firm - Immediate Start - Up to £33 per hour.

Your new company
This company is one of the largest market providers in the Financial Service space with recent acquisitions for continued growth. With their sophisticated technology and global network expanding, they are seeking an experienced Global Payroll Analyst to join their growing dynamic international team. This is a pivotal role within the business as this opportunity will allow full ownership and collaboration of processing international payrolls.

Your new role

Finance Manager What We Can Offer You

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days
• Access to a competitive company pension scheme
• Discounts on a wide range of everyday purchases and major retailers
• Comprehensive wellbeing support covering physical, mental and financial health
• 24/7 virtual GP access for you and household family members
• One paid volunteering day each year to support community initiatives
• Continuous training and development to support your long-term career progression

About the RoleThe Finance Manager will partner with operational and regional management teams to deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts across a portfolio of contracts. You will provide financial insight, challenge, and support to drive performance, ensure compliance, and contribute to strategic decision making. This position blends technical accounting expertise with people leadership and strong stakeholder communication.Key Responsibilities

• Produce timely and accurate monthly management accounts across a portfolio of contracts (approx. £58m revenue)
• Analyse and report financial results and operational KPIs, identifying and explaining variances
• Utilise financial systems such as Workday, Tranman, PowerBI, and Adaptive Planning
• Lead, manage and motivate a team of 0-5 finance professionals, fostering accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Provide financial guidance to Regional and Business Unit Managers, challenging performance and supporting decision-making
• Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts in collaboration with operational leads
• Integrate sustainability and ESG considerations into financial planning and reporting
• Contribute to tender processes for new business and contract renewals
• Oversee stock auditing and internal controls to safeguard company assets
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, suppliers and customers
• Conduct performance reviews, coaching team members to enhance both technical capability and business partnering skills
• Ensure all finance processes comply with company policies and regulatory standards

What We’re Looking ForEssential

• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA)
• 5+ years post qualification experience
• Experience managing and developing people
• Background working across multiple sites or contracts
• Strong commercial awareness and financial management skills
• Excellent communication and relationship building abilities
• High proficiency in financial systems and data driven decision making
• Solid experience in reporting, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis

Desirable

• Experience working within multi site or contract driven environments
• Knowledge of sustainability finance and ESG integration
• Project management experience or relevant qualification

What’s Next?Apply now and take the next step in a career where you can make a measurable impact.This organisation is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Adjustments will be made throughout the application process where reasonable. Candidates who meet the minimum criteria and identify as having a disability or long term condition may be offered an interview under the

Qualified ACA / ACCA Financial Accountant, AIM listed, central London / hybrid

Global engineering business seeking a highly motivated individual to join their team as a Senior Tax

Your new company
I’m working with a global engineering business that are seeking a highly motivated individual to join their team as a Senior Tax Manager. You will be responsible for delivering high quality and effective tax advice for entities within the group. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in international tax with a background in tax advisory,M&A, process improvement and the ability to leverage technology for efficiency and accuracy.
Your new role
Tax Advisory & Risk Management

• Provide strategic tax support on client proposals, business decisions, cross border structuring.
• Assess and mitigate tax risks including PE, WHT, VAT risks of a bid.
• Lead and support international projects including M&A activity, internal re-organisations, country start-ups and legal entity rationalisation, if required. This may involve due diligence, project management, preparation and implementation of step plans, documentation of tax consequences, integration actions etc.
• Support with ad hoc queries, if required.

Compliance & Oversight

• Identify and address developments in international tax law eg Pillar 2
• Maintain oversight over the local compliance processes prepared by local finance teams or their outsourced providers
• Management and mitigation of WHT costs and requirements on cross border transactions
• Assess uncertain tax reporting positions to support the financial reporting process.
• Support tax audit management, if required

Process Improvement and Standardisation

• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities and process and/or systems and tools standardisation.
• Assess and improve the quality, consistency, and integrity of tax-related data.

Stakeholder Management and Collaboration

• Drive and maintain strong working relationships with multiple internal teams and external advisors to ensure timely completion of actions.
• Support the Global Tax Team on ad-hoc initiatives and analysis.

Project Management

Follow up on all projects/initiatives, identify risks and obstacles to meet deadlines, propose
solutions, and provide updates and progress reports.

What you’ll need to succeed

International Corporate Tax Senior Manager

Your new company is a top 10 international, multi-award-winning Chartered Accountancy firm based in London. The firm delivers a wide range of services to clients across audit, tax and legal, consulting, deal advisory, and digital transformation. It works with a diverse client base, including FTSE 350 companies, as well as organisations in financial services, energy, technology, and consumer markets. Operating globally with over 100 offices worldwide, your new office drives innovation, sustainability, and technology-led solutions, helping clients achieve responsible growth and long-term resilience. This firm is looking for an International Tax Senior Manager to join the team in London.
Your role sits within the well-established tax team in the firm’s London office. You will advise multinational businesses and manage a diverse portfolio of UK-listed and global clients, delivering high-quality tax advisory services on projects such as international tax structuring, business reorganisations, expansion strategies, operating model redesign, and responding to global tax policy changes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading complex tax projects
• Managing client relationships
• Developing proposals and driving business development
• Coaching junior team members
• Collaborating with specialists across departments and overseas offices
• Contributing to team operations and performance

Ideally, you will:

• Hold a professional qualification (CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
• Demonstrate proven ability to lead, coach, and manage teams and stakeholders
• Be skilled at managing multiple projects and client relationships simultaneously
• Have experience working with multinational businesses

What You’ll Get in Return:

• Flexible working
• 25 days holiday allowance with the option to buy an extra 10 days
• Volunteering days
• Mentoring, workshops, talks, and online learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Lifestyle discounts (gym, retail, tech, etc.)
• Car cash allowance
• In-office lunch allowance

Top 100 Firm London £45,000 - £55,000 + Excellent Benefits + Hybrid Working

Your new firm
This Top 100 accountancy practice, based in North West London, is known for its award-winning culture, commitment to staff development, and progressive working environment. With a strong focus on flexibility, wellbeing, and career growth, the firm offers a dynamic and inclusive setting for ambitious professionals.

Your new role

As an Audit Senior, you will manage a varied client portfolio, leading audits from planning through to completion. You’ll supervise junior staff, liaise directly with clients, and ensure high-quality delivery across audit and financial reporting assignments. This is a client-facing role with genuine scope for progression.

Looking for an accounts-focused role in a leading firm in Central London? £53K salary & hybrid working.

Your new company
Looking to join a top 100 firm promoting a supportive, informal culture? It may be a numbers game, but your new company sees you as much more than just a number. An opportunity has arisen to become the newest member of its growing, dynamic Business Services Department in the City of London, servicing a range of clients from startups to FCA-regulated companies, placing individuals at the heart of its business.As a Senior Accountant, you will split your time between working from home, as well as working in state-of-the-art offices in Central London, receiving a host of benefits on top of a competitive salary.
Your new role
In your new role, you will be responsible for:

• Effectively managing client relationships
• Mentoring junior staff and supporting them with engagements
• Preparing end-of-year accounts for partner review
• Preparing management accounts
• Preparing VAT returns

What you’ll need to succeed
To succeed in the role, you’ll ideally be ACA/ACCA qualified.
It’s also desirable that you have:

• Over a year’s post-qualification practice experience
• Demonstrable competency in full accounts production
• Knowledge of accounting software such as Sage and QuickBooks
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good time management and the ability to prioritise workloads

What you’ll get in return

• A £53K salary
• Hybrid working
• A one-to-one partner mentorship scheme
• Birthdays off
• Volunteering days
• Summer Fridays (flexibility to enjoy summer with friends and family)
• Wellbeing support
• Health screenings
• Dress for your day

What you need to do now
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£60-65K Salary - Hybrid Working - Comprehensive Rewards & Benefits

Your new company
One of the UK’s premier accountancy practices with state-of-the-art offices in the City of London. The firm has offered over a century’s worth of accounting and advisory services to an ever-expanding, sector-diverse client base. With a reputation as a top-tier training firm with great opportunities for progression at both junior and senior levels, as well as fostering a supportive and sociable culture, there is a reason people stay here!
Your new role
The firm is experiencing organic growth across multiple areas and, in particular, with the sustained influx of financial services clients. As such, the firm is looking for a highly-capable accountant, ideally from a practice background, who wants to specialise in servicing clients from the financial services sector.
In your new role, you will be responsible for the following:

• Client Relationship Management
  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships, providing regular updates and promptly resolving queries.
  • Managing a growing portfolio of clients, ensuring the delivery of high-quality accounting services in compliance with firm policies and statutory requirements.
  • Supporting Managers and Partners in client meetings and the preparation of proposals.
• Financial Reporting and Compliance
  • Preparing financial statements in accordance with UK GAAP and IFRS.
  • Producing detailed consolidation workings for group accounts.
  • Liaising with external auditors to facilitate smooth and timely year-end processes.
  • Researching and responding to technical accounting queries related to IFRS and UK GAAP.
• Management Accounting and VAT
  • Overseeing a small portfolio requiring monthly or quarterly management accounts and VAT reporting, as needed.
• Team Leadership and Development
  • Supervising and reviewing the work of junior team members, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
  • Ensuring client assignments are completed to specification, escalating any changes or issues as appropriate.
• Continuous Learning and Technical Development
  • Maintaining and enhancing technical expertise through ongoing training, research, and professional development.

What you’ll need to succeed

London Permanent Top 15 Accountancy Firm

Your new company
A leading UK accountancy and advisory firm is recruiting a Financial Reporting Technical Manager to join its expanding Technical & Compliance function based in London.
This role is well suited to a technically strong, qualified accountant looking to step into a firm-wide advisory and financial reporting role, supporting partners and client-facing teams on complex accounting and corporate reporting matters.
Your new role

Credit Controller Professional Services London

Credit ControllerLondon Professional Services Permanent
Your new company
A well established, mid to large professional services firm based in the City of London is looking to recruit a Credit Controller into its central Finance team. The business is partner led, people focused, and continues to grow across specialist service lines, offering a collaborative and supportive working environment.
Your new role
You will join the firm’s Revenue / Finance function, playing a key role in maintaining strong credit control processes, improving cash flow, and minimising bad debt. Working closely with senior stakeholders and portfolio holders, you will manage a busy sales ledger and support effective billing and debtor management across the firm.Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing and maintaining an accurate client ledger, including timely allocation of receipts
• Proactively chasing overdue invoices via phone and email and issuing client statements
• Supporting portfolio holders with debt collection and resolving billing and payment queries
• Escalating non paying accounts to senior management and proposing appropriate next steps
• Liaising with third party debt collection agencies and external advisers when required
• Processing debtor write offs with appropriate authorisation and ensuring correct provisioning
• Assisting with debtor reporting, cash flow forecasting, and management information
• Supporting the smooth operation of the accounts receivable and billing systems, including client portals

What you’ll need to succeed

• Proven experience in a Credit Control or Accounts Receivable role
• Ideally gained within a professional services, accountancy, legal, or partnership based environment
• Strong communication skills and confidence in dealing with senior internal stakeholders and clients
• Good attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Comfortable working with finance systems, client portals, and Excel

What you’ll get in return

• A permanent role within a stable and growing professional services firm
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and complex client portfolios
• A collaborative finance team with clear processes and support
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible working arrangements

What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up to date copy of your CV. If this role isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position in finance or credit control, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.