Ideas | People | Trust

We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today’s changing world.

Our clients are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them.

We’ll broaden your horizons

Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients’ affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they’re experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details – all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you’ll work on some of the world’s most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry.

We’ll help you succeed

Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice.  That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships.

You’ll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you’ll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively.  You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients.

Overview

Our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team helps organisations understand, manage and respond to risk in an increasingly complex and fastmoving environment. We work with a diverse portfolio of clients across the commercial and not-for-profit sectors, providing assurance and advisory support that strengthens governance, enhances controls and drives better decision making.

As part of the team, you’ll work on a wide range of internal audit, risk and advisory engagements in the Public Sector. You’ll collaborate closely with colleagues across the firm, applying innovative approaches, data analytics and professional judgement to deliver insights that add real value for our clients.

As an Assistant Manager within Risk & Advisory Services (RAS), you will play a pivotal role in delivering high quality internal audit and advisory services to our Public Sector clients. You will work proactively, taking ownership of your responsibilities, while collaborating effectively with colleagues and maintaining regular, confident communication with BDO Senior Managers, Directors and Partners.

You will be responsible for managing a limited portfolio of engagements, leading audits and specialist assignments, and supporting the development of junior team members. In doing so, you will build strong, trusted client relationships and make a meaningful contribution to the overall success of the team and service line.

The role combines engagement and portfolio management with hands on delivery. Typically, you will spend around 50% of your time on management activities - such as engagement planning, portfolio oversight and project management - and 50% leading audits and undertaking specialist assignments, with this balance flexing in line with your experience and development.

You’ll be someon with:

• Relevant professional experience, with a strong focus on internal audit or equivalent risk and assurance work preferably in the Public Sector.

• A recognised professional qualification (e.g. CIA with QIAL, CMIIA/MIIA, CCAB or equivalent).

• Experience of planning and delivering audits, with the ability to exercise sound judgement and challenge constructively.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.

• Proficiency in MS Office and flowcharting tools; experience with internal audit systems and data analytics tools is advantageous, with training provided where required.

You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business.  We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand.

At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development.

We’re in it together

Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture.  From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs.

We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we’re working side by side.  Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another.  At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work.

We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices.  BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences.  With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO.

We’re looking forward to the future

At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy.

Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions.

We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas | People | Trust

We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today’s changing world.

Our clients are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them.

We’ll broaden your horizons

Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients’ affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they’re experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details – all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you’ll work on some of the world’s most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry.

We’ll help you succeed

Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice.  That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships.

You’ll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you’ll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively.  You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients.

Overview

Our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team helps organisations understand, manage and respond to risk in an increasingly complex and fastmoving environment. We work with a diverse portfolio of clients across the commercial and not-for-profit sectors, providing assurance and advisory support that strengthens governance, enhances controls and drives better decision-making.

As part of the team, you’ll work on a wide range of internal audit, risk and advisory engagements, gaining exposure to different industries, business models and operating environments. You’ll collaborate closely with colleagues across the firm, applying innovative approaches, data analytics and professional judgement to deliver insights that add real value for our clients.

As a Senior Executive within Risk & Advisory Services (RAS), you will play an important role in delivering high‑quality internal audit, assurance and advisory services to our Public Sector clients. You will work as a senior member of engagement teams, taking responsibility for defined areas of delivery while collaborating closely with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners.

You will be hands‑on in the execution of engagements, building strong technical capability, developing professional judgement, and supporting the effective delivery of engagements. Alongside this, you will act as a role model for junior team members, helping to build a high‑performing and collaborative team environment.

You’ll be someone with

• An inquisitive and proactive mindset, with the confidence to challenge constructively, think critically about risks and controls, and contribute ideas that enhance audit quality and ways of working.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage professionally with clients and colleagues and to explain issues clearly.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to evaluate evidence, interpret data and support clear, well‑reasoned conclusions.

• Awareness of compliance, legislative and wider market issues relevant to client organisations, and the ability to consider these when identifying risks and audit findings.

• A recognised professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIA, CMIIA/MIIA, CCAB or equivalent), with relevant experience in risk management, internal audit and systems / controls testing.

You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business.  We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand.

At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development.

We’re in it together

Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture.  From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs.

We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we’re working side by side.  Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another.  At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work.

We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices.  BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences.  With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO.

We’re looking forward to the future

At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy.

Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions.

We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas | People | Trust

We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today’s changing world.

Our clients are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them.

We’ll broaden your horizons

Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients’ affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they’re experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details – all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you’ll work on some of the world’s most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry.

We’ll help you succeed

Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice.  That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships.

You’ll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you’ll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively.  You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients.

Overview

Our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team helps organisations understand, manage and respond to risk in an increasingly complex and fast‑moving environment. We work with a diverse portfolio of clients across the commercial and not‑for‑profit sectors, providing assurance and advisory support that strengthens governance, enhances controls and drives better decision‑making.

As part of the team, you’ll work on a wide range of internal audit, risk and advisory engagements, gaining exposure to different industries, business models and operating environments. You’ll collaborate closely with colleagues across the firm, applying innovative approaches, data analytics and professional judgement to deliver insights that add real value for our clients.

As a Senior Executive within Risk & Advisory Services (RAS), you will play an important role in delivering high‑quality internal audit, assurance and advisory services to our clients. You will work as a senior member of engagement teams, taking responsibility for defined areas of delivery while collaborating closely with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners.

You will be hands‑on in the execution of engagements, building strong technical capability, developing professional judgement, and supporting the effective delivery of engagements. Alongside this, you will act as a role model for junior team members, helping to build a high‑performing and collaborative team environment.

You’ll be someone with:

• An inquisitive and proactive mindset, with the confidence to challenge constructively, think critically about risks and controls, and contribute ideas that enhance audit quality and ways of working.
• A recognised professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIA, CMIIA/MIIA, CCAB or equivalent), with relevant experience in risk management, internal audit and systems / controls testing.
• Awareness of compliance, legislative and wider market issues relevant to client organisations, and the ability to consider these when identifying risks and audit findings.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to evaluate evidence, interpret data and support clear, well‑reasoned conclusions.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage professionally with clients and colleagues and to explain issues clearly.

You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business.  We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand.

At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development.

We’re in it together

Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture.  From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs.

We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we’re working side by side.  Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another.  At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work.

We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices.  BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences.  With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO.

We’re looking forward to the future

At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy.

Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions.

We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas | People | Trust

We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today’s changing world.

Our clients are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them.

We’ll broaden your horizons

Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients’ affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they’re experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details – all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you’ll work on some of the world’s most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry.

We’ll help you succeed

Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice.  That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships.

You’ll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you’ll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively.  You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients.

Overview

Our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team helps organisations anticipate emerging risks, balance opportunity and control and strengthen governance so they can deliver their strategic goals with confidence in an increasingly complex and fast-moving environment. We work with a diverse portfolio of clients across the commercial and not-for-profit sectors, providing assurance and advisory support that strengthens governance, enhances controls and drives better decision making.

As part of the team, you’ll work on a wide range of internal audit, controls, risk and advisory engagements, gaining exposure to different industries, business models and operating environments. You’ll drive collaboration across the firm and apply innovative approaches including the use of technology, AI, data analytics and professional judgement to deliver insights that add real value for our clients.

As part of the RAS team at BDO, we are looking for individuals who can build, drive and lead our proposition and growth plans across London, Reading and the Thames Valley, with the role based in our Reading office.

We are keen to hear from you, if you have experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Bring a proven track record of driving growth, with the ambition, energy and strong professional network needed to operate at pace, build trusted relationships and generate new opportunities for the team and the firm.

• Act as an ambassador for the firm, creating opportunities and leading a programme of market facing events that build our regional eminence across the Thames Valley, while leveraging the firm’s full service offering to develop innovative client solutions. facing events that build our regional eminence across the Thames Valley, while leveraging the firm’s full service offering to develop innovative client solutions.

• Build strong, collaborative relationships with Partners and Directors across the firm to unlock opportunities, deliver integrated solutions and support the growth of RAS.

• Have an established network of senior stakeholders across the Thames Valley, with a strong track record of developing long term, high value client relationships.

• Bring strong sector experience across Technology, Media and Telecommunications and/or Life Sciences and Pharma, including exposure to high growth and emerging businesses as well as larger established organisations, alongside experience working with mid cap (FTSE 250 / AIM) and private businesses.

• Have strong experience in building and operating governance and controls functions, including second line risk, internal audit and third-party assurance such as ISAE 3000.

• Play a leading role in helping clients realise the benefits of stronger governance and controls, respond to the Provision 29 requirements and adopt AI enabled and technology driven approaches that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of their control environments.

• Be a strong people leader who inspires, motivates and develops our ambitious team, identifying training needs and supporting their growth while creating a high-performance culture.

• Drive continuous improvement by contributing ideas that enhance our methodologies, tools and ways of working, ensuring our services remain relevant and client focused.

• Take responsibility for commercial and delivery oversight, including resource planning, portfolio profitability, stakeholder engagement such as Audit Committees, and maintaining high standards of quality and innovation.

You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business.  We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand.

At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development.

We’re in it together

Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture.  From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs.

We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we’re working side by side.  Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another.  At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work.

We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices.  BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences.  With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO.

We’re looking forward to the future

At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy.

Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions.

We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Role: NetSuite Functional Consultant

Location: Maidenhead (Hybrid 3 days a week)

Permanent

Salary: Up to: up to £80,000 (DOE) + Benefits

I am currently working with a leading UK-based IT solutions provider that partners with organisations to design, deliver and support innovative technology solutions.

Following a significant period of growth, the business is now scaling its systems, and you will step in as the NetSuite functional expert, driving hands-on configuration and ensuring seamless integration across the wider technology ecosystem.

You will translate business requirements and initiatives into effective NetSuite configurations, working closely with project managers and developers to ensure solutions are delivered accurately and efficiently.

With a strong focus on finance-related projects, you will support multiple workstreams and play a key role in shaping a robust, scalable ERP environment during a pivotal phase of transformation and expansion.

Essential Experience Required:

• Strong experience with NetSuite ERP, including hands-on module design and configuration.
• Ability to translate business and technical requirements into clear functional specifications.
• Proven track record supporting multiple concurrent projects in a fast-moving environment.
• Confident stakeholder engagement across finance, technology, and project teams.
• Solid understanding of process standardisation, data integrity, and system best practices.
• Strong functional troubleshooting skills with the ability to advise on system behaviour and configuration options.
• A good foundational understanding of core finance processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead hands-on NetSuite configuration to meet finance, compliance, and operational needs.
• Define functional designs and configuration requirements for integrations across the wider system landscape.
• Collaborate with project managers to articulate functional processes and integration requirements.
• Work with developers to validate technical delivery and ensure smooth integration into NetSuite.
• Maintain data integrity and promote standardised processes across the ERP environment.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying enhancements to functionality and workflow efficiency.

If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the criteria, please apply. Due to anticipated volume, we may not be able to respond to every unsuccessful candidate.

Senior Pricing Strategy & Transformation Lead - Insurance

London Hybrid 2 days in office
£85,000 + 20% bonus

We are working with an international General Insurance carrier seeking a Senior Pricing Strategy & Transformation Lead to drive pricing capability across SME and specialty insurance portfolios.

This role sits directly alongside underwriting leadership and plays a key role in improving rate adequacy, portfolio performance and pricing governance across multiple international markets.

About the Role

You will lead pricing enhancement and transformation initiatives within commercial and specialty insurance lines, partnering closely with underwriting teams to deliver measurable improvements in margin, loss ratio and portfolio performance.

You will combine technical pricing expertise with commercial influence to modernise pricing frameworks and embed scalable solutions across underwriting operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead pricing strategy and transformation across SME and specialty General Insurance portfolios
• Recalibrate and enhance GI pricing models using Python and advanced Excel
• Partner directly with underwriters to improve rate adequacy and segment performance
• Analyse loss ratio, frequency and severity trends to inform pricing decisions
• Identify and resolve operational bottlenecks within pricing and underwriting workflows
• Support integration and standardisation across international insurance portfolios
• Mentor pricing analysts and represent pricing in senior underwriting forums

About You

We are specifically seeking candidates with General Insurance pricing experience.

You will bring:

• Experience in commercial, SME or specialty General Insurance pricing
• Practical experience working alongside underwriting teams
• Strong understanding of loss ratio, rate adequacy and portfolio performance metrics
• Applied modelling capability in Python and advanced Excel
• Experience delivering pricing improvement or transformation initiatives
• The ability to influence senior underwriting and portfolio stakeholders

Candidates from motor or consumer lending backgrounds without broader commercial insurance exposure are unlikely to be suitable.

Why Join

• High visibility role Embedded within underwriting
• Genuine influence over pricing strategy and portfolio performance
• Exposure to international commercial insurance markets
• Opportunity to modernise pricing capability within a growing insurer

For a confidential discussion, contact Alex Holliday: (see below) at Pioneer Search or apply via the link.

About the Role

The Workday HCM Consultant is responsible for leading the implementation, configuration, and optimization of the Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) module for clients. The role focuses on understanding HR business requirements and ensuring that Workday solutions are effectively tailored to meet organizational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Workday HCM implementations, from requirements gathering through design, configuration, testing, and go-live.
• Configure and customize Workday HCM modules, including core HR functions, employee records, and benefits administration.
• Collaborate with HR teams to analyze workflows, identify improvement areas, and propose best-practice Workday solutions.
• Manage data migration activities, ensuring accuracy and integrity of HR data.
• Develop and execute test plans to validate system functionality.
• Deliver training and post-implementation support to HR users.

Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience implementing Workday HCM (Core HR, Talent, Recruiting, and Benefits modules).
• Workday HCM certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of HR processes, policies, and systems.
• Experience with Workday security configuration and role-based access controls.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.

About the Role

The Workday Financials Consultant will lead the implementation and configuration of Workday Financial Management solutions, collaborating with clients to streamline financial processes, enhance reporting, and improve overall operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Workday Financials implementations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and Financial Reporting.
• Configure financial workflows, chart of accounts, and reporting tools based on business requirements.
• Partner with finance teams to translate business needs into effective Workday Financials configurations.
• Oversee data migration and reconciliation of financial data.
• Develop custom reports and dashboards to deliver actionable financial insights.
• Provide training and guidance to finance teams post-implementation.

Skills & Qualifications

• Hands-on experience implementing Workday Financials modules (GL, AP, AR, Financial Reporting).
• Workday Financials certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting and reporting principles.
• Proven ability to work with senior finance stakeholders.
• Experience in data migration and financial systems integration.

IFS Functional Consultant
Remote with occasional travel
£80,000-90,000

We’re supporting a leading international business with a requirement for a functional IFS ERP Financial Analyst to join their systems and finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has strong experience with IFS (Apps 10 or Cloud) and a passion for process improvement, finance system optimisation, and cross-functional collaboration.

You’ll play a key role in enhancing and supporting the IFS finance modules (AP, AR, GL, Projects), while contributing to system development, change initiatives, and user training. The role is hands-on and collaborative, ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with both finance and IT teams to streamline workflows and drive efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with finance, accounting, and systems teams to enhance IFS ERP functionality
• Analyse, document, and improve financial business processes, especially across AP, AR, GL and project accounting
• Configure and troubleshoot posting controls and financial system behaviours
• Support new implementations, upgrades, and patch testing in the IFS environment
• Conduct functional testing and troubleshoot system issues as part of wider change initiatives
• Provide day-to-day support and training to business users across finance-related modules
• Assist in creating and maintaining system documentation, process flows, and user guides
• Work on automation and report development in line with user requirements
• Engage with internal stakeholders and external vendors to resolve system-related queries
• Support IFS projects and contribute to wider digital transformation goals
• Participate in occasional domestic and international travel as needed for project delivery or team collaboration

Skills & Experience Required:

• Strong hands-on experience with IFS ERP, ideally IFS Apps 10 or IFS Cloud
• Functional knowledge of finance-related modules, especially Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Experience in analysing workflows, supporting end users, and driving ERP-related improvements
• Comfortable working across both business and technical teams to translate requirements into system solutions
• Understanding of SQL and data extraction tools is highly desirable
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, engineering or industrial environment is beneficial
• Excellent documentation, training and communication skills
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with a customer-first approach to systems support
• Familiarity with IFS tools such as Query Builder and IFS Report Designer is an advantage
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Visio, Project, etc.)

Why you should join our client-

• Join a forward-thinking business with an established ERP landscape and active improvement roadmap
• Get hands-on with IFS at scale while playing a visible role in transformation projects
• Collaborate with high-performing teams across multiple geographies
• Enjoy a remote-friendly working model, with occasional travel for collaboration and project delivery
• Competitive salary and benefits on offer.

If you have the relevant experience for this role and are interested in discussing this role in more detail, please apply using the link provided

In-house Pensions Governance Manager - Trowbridge, Wiltshire, United Kingdom Salary: £65,516 - £68,118 (Inclusive of 25% market supplement) Hours per week: 37 hours Interview date: Week commencing Monday 16 March 2026 Wiltshire Pension Fund - Driving Financial Resilience We’re an in-house pensions team looking for an experienced Governance Manager to guide the fund through governance challenges and enhance the existing frameworks. This is a senior role managing risk oversight and governance for an award-winning local government pension scheme (LGPS). The Wiltshire Pension Fund administers pensions on behalf of around 180 different employer organisations, ranging from local authorities, colleges, academies, charities and third-party service providers, with around 86,000 members. This role combines strategic leadership, risk management, and stakeholder engagement, giving you exposure to senior decision-makers and the opportunity to deliver governance excellence in a complex, evolving environment. Responsible for keeping the Fund compliant, you’ll work collaboratively with your colleagues across the whole team to ensure that governance matters are documented, understood and embedded, supporting change and innovation. The successful candidate will have deep knowledge of UK pensions legislation and regulatory codes, and will be a clear, concise communicator, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and well advised. You may not tick all the boxes but have transferrable skills and experience across areas such as audit or legal. Please consider applying and let’s have a conversation. Why us? Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That’s why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Explore more benefits here! This position comes with a 25% market supplement payment. All market supplement payments are subject to review on an annual basis. *While we welcome applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship, we are not able to issue a defined certificate of sponsorship due to limitations in our sponsorship capacity.* *We understand that AI tools can support you in preparing job applications. However, we value authenticity and would encourage you to ensure your submission genuinely reflects your own experiences, skills, and motivations.* Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity. *The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.* For more details, contact Jennifer Devine, Head of Wiltshire Pension Fund, here or call . This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information. We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion. Disability Confident Employer Application process *Please ensure to regularly check your spam/junk folder for any communication from us regarding your application status. We wouldn't want you to miss out on any important updates or interview invitations. Thank you!*

Senior Planning Officer - Chippenham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom Salary: £42,839 - £45,091 Hours per week:  37 hours Interview date: To be confirmed following shortlisting Planning - Shaping Tomorrow's Communities Today Our Development Management Service is crucial in shaping Wiltshire’s future by determining planning applications for new developments. While some decisions involve subjective judgment, we adhere strictly to legal and procedural guidelines to ensure compliance with legislation and policy. We support the council’s business plan by fostering new development, driving economic growth, and promoting environmental protection and sustainability. As a Senior Planning Officer, you will lead different planning projects, working closely with the community and stakeholders to create important new developments. You will assess various planning applications, enquiries, and appeals to help shape Wiltshire's overall vision for the future. While you won't manage others directly, you will mentor junior planning officers, ensuring their work follows council rules and national standards. We are looking for a qualified planner (degree or equivalent experience) with strong IT and GIS skills, expert knowledge of planning legislation, experience of handling complex cases, appeals, and negotiations. You will need great communication, organisation, and decision-making skills, plus a good understanding of local government processes. This role will require successful candidates to hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own motor vehicle to undertake the full duties of this position. Why us? Wiltshire Council is a friendly and collaborative place to work, with a strong “One Council” ethos. We offer flexible working, hybrid arrangements, modern offices, generous pension benefits and meaningful career development. Explore more benefits here! New to Wiltshire? Wiltshire is a beautiful county, home to vibrant communities, historic towns and world‑famous heritage sites such as Stonehenge and Avebury. The rich heritage, beautiful landscapes and vibrant communities make it a fantastic place to live and work. We border Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Hampshire, Dorset and Somerset. Almost half of our county is labelled as a Natural Landscape, and we are home to iconic world heritage sites like Stonehenge and Avebury. Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity. *The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.* For more details, contact Victoria Davis, Planning Manager (Development Management), at , or call . *We understand that AI tools can support candidates in preparing job applications. However, at Wiltshire Council we value authenticity and encourage applicants to ensure their submissions genuinely reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations.* *While we welcome applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship, we are not able to issue a defined certificate of sponsorship due to limitations in our sponsorship capacity.* This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information. We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion. Disability Confident Employer Application process *Please ensure to regularly check your spam/junk folder for any communication from us regarding your application status. We wouldn't want you to miss out on any important updates or interview invitations. Thank you!*

Senior Commercial Manager (I&I - Client) - Bristol, UK

About the Role

Ready to lead engineering excellence at one of Europe’s largest infrastructure projects? Want to shape the future of nuclear energy and help Britain achieve net zero? At EDF, Success is Personal – and with us, your career journey is yours to shape.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Commercial Manager in the Insight & Improvement Team, you will lead the delivery of commercial insights, data and intelligence, shareholder assurance, issue resolution and cost‑verification across all Supply Chain programmes. You’ll provide high‑quality analysis and reporting to support strategic decision‑making and continuous improvement.

Reporting to the Commercial Lead, you’ll work closely with Heads of Commercial and partners such as Nuclear Operations, using strong stakeholder management and leadership to drive effective reporting rhythms and shape successful outcomes. You’ll interrogate data to deliver insights across the full contract lifecycle.

You’ll oversee contract administration through CEMAR, manage key commercial relationships and ensure alignment with NNB procedures. Your focus will be maximising contract performance and minimising commercial risk through meaningful data. Using advanced dashboards and analytical tools, you’ll enhance reporting capability and add value across HPC commercial teams.

Success in this role requires delivering critical business intelligence and influencing peers to support programme-wide performance.

This is a hybrid role based at #AztecWest with some flexibility to work from home – though you’ll be expected in the office two/three days a week.

Who You Are

We’re looking for a Senior Commercial Manager with strong commercial instincts and the confidence to lead. Do you bring…

• Strong experience with NEC/FIDIC contracts in the power construction sector, with solid understanding of UK contract law.
• Data‑driven mindset with strong analytical ability, commercial acumen and a focus on continuous improvement.
• Professionally accredited (RICS/CIPS or equivalent) with proven ability to deliver board‑level insight and reporting.
• Highly proficient with PowerBI, CEMAR, SAP and core MS Office tools, with strong attention to detail and results focus.
• Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills, effective across multidisciplinary teams with strong communication and presentation capability.
• Innovative problem‑solver with experience in supply chain analytics, issue resolution and ideally degree‑level education in a relevant discipline.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead strategic insight generation and performance reporting, owning monthly, quarterly and annual Supply Chain reporting.
• Oversee the full monthly reporting cycle, including the GenCo Commercial Update and Project Review Report.
• Act as custodian of HPC commercial data, always ensuring accuracy and integrity.
• Drive continuous improvement of BAU reporting and develop new insight reports (e.g., CEMAR communications, change events, early warnings).
• Manage and enhance PowerBI dashboards, increasing automation and integrating live data sources.
• Own CEMAR data quality and relationships, ensuring validity and effective system use.
• Collaborate with Project Services, Project Controls and Finance on integrated reporting and data management, contributing to Master Data Management initiatives.
• Lead and develop team members while managing data‑related risks and embedding lessons learned.

Pay, Benefits and Culture

Alongside a salary from £78,000 (Grade D), potential for an annual bonus, and a market-leading pension scheme, your package will include customisable benefits such as electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, experience days, and more.

At EDF, we believe there are multiple definitions of what it means to succeed. That’s why we offer you the freedom to develop a career that’s unique to you. Here, Success is Personal – it’s your journey, powered by us

Everyone is welcome at EDF; we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility, and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants requiring adjustments.

Join us and find your success at EDF!

Closing date for applications: 16th March 2026

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Success is Personal. It’s your journey, powered by us. Join us and drive the transition towards an Electric Britain.

Asset Database Officer - Interim Contract

Location: Remote (with occasional travel to the office as required)
Day Rate: 200 per day
Contract: Inside IR35
Duration: 6 months initially

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Asset Database Officer to join a Local Authority Property Division on an interim basis. This is a key support role within Asset Management, focused on maintaining the integrity, accuracy and compliance of domestic and corporate stock condition databases.

With flexible remote working and the chance to contribute to a high-performing asset team, this role offers both autonomy and meaningful impact.

Role Overview:

You will be responsible for ensuring the council’s stock condition and asset management systems remain accurate, current and audit-ready. Working closely with Asset Management colleagues and the Corporate Repairs & Maintenance Team, you will play a central role in data validation, compliance reporting and performance monitoring.

Your work will directly support regulatory compliance across domestic, non-domestic and commercial portfolios, ensuring that servicing, inspection and maintenance data is correctly recorded and accessible.

• Data Management: Collate, upload, export, and analyse data to ensure the accuracy and currency of the Stock Condition Database and other asset systems.
• Performance Reporting: Support the production of performance reports, identifying areas of asset-related compliance.
• Data Validation: Implement robust data validation processes, including data cleansing regimes.
• GDPR Compliance: Adhere to comprehensive data audit processes and ensure compliance with GDPR regulations.
• Professional Support: Provide expert advice and support to all officers within Asset Management for domestic, non-domestic, and commercial sites.
• Task Assignment: Support the assignment of tasks from the Stock Condition & Data Team and the Corporate Repairs & Maintenance Team databases.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct quality assurance exercises for data held on all asset management databases.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Database Proficiency: Comprehensive understanding of Southampton City Council’s property asset databases, including modules related to compliance, asbestos, and mapping.
• Technical Skills: Practical skills in the day-to-day operation and reporting from database systems, with a working knowledge of Excel.
• Data Validation: Experience in contributing to regular asset validation processes and ensuring the incorporation of all relevant Council-owned assets into regulatory asset management regimes.
• GDPR Knowledge: Familiarity with GDPR rules and the ability to ensure adherence to these regulations, including regular training.
• Project Management: Ability to provide data project management support in relation to servicing, inspection, and maintenance activities across Asset Management.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and technically capable asset data professional to contribute to a well-established Asset Management function on a flexible interim basis.

How to Apply:
To learn more or express interest in this opportunity, please apply with your CV. Panoramic Associates will be in touch to discuss your experience and suitability for the role.

Our client is currently looking for a Business Systems Analyst to join their well established team.

The Business Systems Analyst will work as part of the IT Solutions Team to implement change throughout the client. You will work with business users and development teams to create functional specifications, test solutions, and produce documentation on system enhancements alongside traditional business analysis skills. The individual is expected to be able and willing to work to the vision, strategy, and core values of our client.

Duties & Key Accountabilities

• Supporting business transition and helping to establish change.
• Gathering, identifying, and documenting business requirements using proven analysis methodologies.
• Work effectively with internal and 3rd party providers to scope, implement, test and deploy solutions.
• Any other duties as required as assigned by the IT Solutions Manager.

Experience & Qualifications
Mandatory

• A degree or higher education qualification in a numerate discipline and/or relevant experience within a commercial IT environment.
• Solid capability using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Experience in project or process management working as a business analyst for at least 2 years.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal and collaboration skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Communicate requirements clearly and accurately to the Software Development team for solution development.

Preferred

• Experience providing solutions with the Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power BI)
• Business Analysis Certification (BCS) or PRINCE2 or other equivalent certifications
• Experience working in an Agile or Scrum development environment

If you are interested in the above and wish to discuss in more detail please contact Lyndsey at Global Highland.

Embed yourself with our business, sit with our users, live and breathe the end-to-end technology, products, systems and processes they work with.

There are lots of complex programmes on the go right now but the bigger picture here is creating a team and wider community, who are disciplined in approach, are capable, and where knowledge is retained and utilised to drive deliverables and benefit everyone in the goal of greater customer centricity.

The role has breadth and variety, influencing and facilitating will come naturally, as will building those key stakeholder relationships.

Note: this is a hybrid role so you will need to be able to comfortably commute to our Head Office in Abingdon, Oxon, at least 2 days per week. If you do not live within a reasonable commute and do not mention you are relocating, it is likely you will not be considered.

You will delve in and research and understand the breadth of our technology, the where, who, and how it is used (not just product software development) and you will understand and know the nuances and the benefits of continuous evolution to a true agile approach.

This is an overarching role, sitting more across Scrum teams, than embedding in one. It is about helping shape direction and best practices that will improve outcomes and real change.

If imparting your knowledge and experience and bringing others with you sounds like the next step and challenge you are looking for, then apply now or find out more about us at (url removed)>

Gigaclear is a growing Fibre Broadband (FTTP / FTTH) company, developing our fibre-to-the-premises broadband infrastructure to some of the most difficult to reach areas of the UK, empowering those communities with broadband to rival any city.

Staff rewards, benefits and opportunities

We foster a collaborative, engaging culture that empowers staff to grow and maximise their skills. We want to challenge our people in a fair environment where hard work is rewarded and a path for progression is open to all.

• Generous employer pension; up to 8% matched contribution
• Income protection & life assurance
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), holiday purchase scheme and Yay Days!
• Health cash plan, 24/7 remote GP access and Employee Assistance Programme including counselling & legal advice
• Unlimited access to online training and development content via our Learning Management System
• Long service benefits and monthly employee recognition
• Enhanced maternity and paternity provisions
• Flexible working environment
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives and company funded social events

Our approach is to work guided by our mission, vision and values.

Our Mission - Empowering communities with brilliant broadband

Our Vision - Connected Communities

Our Values - Own it, Find the Right Way, Work Together, Win Together

Carbon60 is looking to recruit a Customer Operations Advisor to work for our client based in Scunthorpe, UK.

Job Title: Customer Operations Advisor

Location: Scunthorpe, DN15

Pay/Salary: 13.06/hour, 27,164.80/annum

Working Hours/Shift Pattern: 8am - 4:30pm, 40 hours/week, Monday - Friday, 30 mins lunch per day, overtime opportunities ad-hoc and rare

Type of Employment: 12 weeks temporary to permanent

Main duties & responsibilities:

• Adhere to H&S policies and site procedures
• Manage stock, including ordering and replenishment based on customer needs
• Maintain and expedite order books, track deliveries, and chase suppliers
• Raise purchase orders on behalf of customers
• Keep accurate records of transactions and stock movements on Company and customer systems
• Resolve purchasing, supplier, and invoice queries
• Book goods in and out, issue to customers, and update systems
• Conduct regular stock counts and stock takes
• Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards in stores and office areas
• Liaise with engineers and suppliers for non-stock and missing parts
• Take a proactive approach to inventory and stock management

Essential skills / experience / qualifications:

• Active clean UK Driving license essential
• Basic competent IT literacy skills - professional email correspondence and use of MS Office for data entry - able to adapt to ERP systems on-site
• Basic MS Excel skills are essential for data entry, ability to sort and organize information on spreadsheets effectively, utilizing features such as filters and tables.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Overview

Highly successful International Technology company require ACA/ACCA or CIMA Qualified Financial Reporting Analyst for a 12 month maternity cover at EMEA Headquarters in Woking, Surrey.

About the role

Reporting to the EMEA Financial Controller the Financial Reporting Analyst will assist with the management of Group Financial Systems and provide Financial Reporting and Analysis for the EMEA Region. Key duties will include:

• Act as Finance Business Partner to key financial stakeholders
• Support the management of the company financial reporting systems
• Develop the financial reporting and analysis function and build strong relationships all EMEA entities.
• Support with monthly, quarterly and year-end financial close
• Assisting with the monthly consolidation of financial results and reporting on any variances to budget and forecast.
• Driving improvements in Business Intelligence and Dashboard reports utilising Power BI.
• Assisting EMEA entities to complete financial reporting (P&L and Balance Sheet) in accordance with IFRS.
• Perform regular financial reviews
• Integration of newly acquired companies into the EMEA Region
• Presenting Financial Results and analysis at Management Meetings and assisting with queries

About the Financial Reporting Analyst

• Graduate calibre and ACA/ACCA or CIMA qualified
• Proven experience with IFRS.
• Group consolidated accounting or reporting experience
• Experience of a financial consolidation and reporting system ideally HFM
• A Proven Finance Business partner with excellent relationship building skills

What’s on offer for the Financial Reporting Analyst

• Competitive Bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday
• Free on-site parking
• Flexible Hybrid working
• Company pension

Reed Finance are partnering with a high-growth tech business based in Bristol looking for a tech-savvy Finance Systems Business Partner (Implementation Specialist). This is a career-defining move for an ambitious Accountant who wants to step away from traditional reporting and lead at the intersection of finance and technology.

• Flexible/ Hybrid working
• Lovely team & collaborative culture
• Future-proof career path and culture of encouraging career progression
• Generous benefits

The Opportunity: Drive Digital Transformation

My client isn’t just looking for an accountant; they need a strategic consultant to bridge the gap between financial operations and cutting-edge ERP technology.

• System Leadership: Lead end-to-end ERP implementations, ensuring complex system integrations align with diverse client needs.
• Consultative Approach: Identify client “pain points” and translate them into technical solutions that drive commercial value.
• Stakeholder Management: Work across cross-functional teams to deliver expert training and domain expertise.
• Defined Progression: This role offers a unique development path into Solution Design and Architecture, with structured mentoring to move you into high-level solution design and commercial strategy.

A well-established and growing engineering and services group is looking for a Financial Data Analyst to join its finance team. The business operates nationally and is investing heavily in its systems, reporting capability and long-term growth plans. As part of this, the finance function is becoming more forward-looking, with a stronger emphasis on insight, performance and data-driven decision-making.This role offers a genuinely varied mix of finance and data. You’ll support budgeting, forecasting and monthly reporting, while also working with large datasets to understand what’s driving performance across different parts of the business. You’ll be involved in both day-to-day financial analysis and bigger strategic projects, including M&A activity and market evaluation. It’s a role with plenty of visibility, working closely with senior leaders and operational teams, and influencing how decisions are made.What you’ll be doing

• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning
• Producing monthly and quarterly performance reporting
• Building and maintaining financial models
• Using SQL to extract and analyse data from multiple systems
• Creating automated reports and dashboards
• Reviewing operational and commercial drivers such as utilisation, margins and efficiency
• Supporting acquisition work, including due diligence and valuation modelling
• Carrying out market and competitor analysis

What we’re looking for

• A qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Strong management accounting or FP&A experience
• Confident working with large datasets
• Good SQL and advanced Excel skills
• Someone commercially minded who can explain numbers clearly to non-finance colleagues

For further infoirmation please contact Hannah Flindall

Your new company

I am currently supporting a leading Restaurant Group looking for a Finance Systems Analyst to join their team. You’ll be responsible for administrating all financial systems and lead the ongoing maintenance, alongside supporting the wider finance function with FP&A, reporting and analysis support. Your new roleYou will be responsible for:

• Ownership of administrating financial systems and ongoing system maintenance
• Identify opportunities to automate the current systems & procedures
• Business partner with finance team & wider business
• Implementation of new upgrades or enhancements
• Troubleshooting support
• Systems improvement
• Supporting audit
• Ad hoc finance projects and analysis

What you’ll need to succeedYou’ll be a Qualified / Finalist level accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) with strong systems experience. You’ll ideally come from the restaurant or wider hospitality sector, however if you’re a strong systems analyst/accountant from another sector please do still apply. If coming from the hospitality sector, they are open to candidates who aren’t in a solely systems role but have had exposure to system implementation / improvement / automation / data migration etc. What you’ll get in returnThis is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant to join a growing business in a role that will expose you to many key areas of finance. You’ll work amongst impressive finance leaders who will support your development and professional growth. This business offers a competitive salary of £55,000 - £60,000 + benefits.What you need to do nowIf you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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A well-established, independent chartered accountancy firm is seeking an experienced Making Tax Digital Lead to join their busy personal tax team. The firm has been operating for over 60 years, serving a loyal portfolio of owner-managed businesses across the UK, with a strong reputation for client service, autonomy, and work-life balance. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of MTD across a highly reputable, family-run practice, working directly with clients and colleagues in a supportive, low-bureaucracy environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an MTD-savvy accountant looking to take ownership of digital tax compliance in a well-respected, family-run practice with opportunities for career progression.

Making Tax Digital Lead - Role Overview

• Act as the practice lead for all Making Tax Digital (MTD) matters, coordinating with the personal tax team.
• Support clients in transitioning to MTD-compliant accounting software and maintaining digital bookkeeping records.
• Prepare and submit quarterly digital VAT returns in line with HMRC requirements.
• Provide training, guidance, and reassurance to clients unfamiliar with digital accounting processes.
• Act as the main liaison with HMRC for MTD-related queries on behalf of clients.
• Collaborate with the wider accountancy team to assist with general administrative and compliance tasks.
• Keep up to date with HMRC developments and changes to digital tax regulations.
• Develop strong client relationships while delivering high-quality, compliant digital tax services.

Making Tax Digital Lead - Role Requirements

• Proven practice experience with a sound knowledge of the UK tax system (ATT, AAT, or QBE experience advantageous but not essential).
• Hands-on experience with VAT, bookkeeping, and preparing digital VAT returns.
• Familiarity with accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, or similar.
• Ability to train and support clients on digital bookkeeping and MTD compliance.
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and interpersonal communication.
• Comfortable liaising with HMRC on behalf of clients.
• Able to assist the accountancy team with general compliance and administrative tasks.
• Willingness to stay up to date on HMRC developments and changes to digital tax regulations.

Making Tax Digital Lead - Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £30,000-£35,000 (dependent on experience and tax/practice expertise).
• Full-time role with flexibility (3-5 days considered, ideally near full-time).
• Office-based in Central Carlisle with on-site parking (subject to availability).
• Office-based during probation, with potential to move to hybrid/homeworking thereafter.
• Early finish on Fridays for improved work-life balance.
• Minimal bureaucracy - no timesheets, high autonomy.
• Exposure to a wide range of clients, from SMEs to larger owner-managed businesses.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.