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Group Tax Manager <p> <strong>GROUP FINANCIAL CONTROLLER - HOUSING DEVELOPMENT - SURREY</strong></p><p><br />Robert Half are the exclusive recruitment partner to this fast changing, highly profitable housing development group, that now seeks to strengthen its finance team with the recruitment of a Group financial controller.<br />managing a team of 15 (3 direct), you would first focus on leading the exercise to transform the business. Streamlining systems, process, the number of cost centre`s and developing the team to work as efficiently as possible. This would mean implementation of a new CRM and development of the structure for controls and FP&amp;A.<br /><br />Beyond this, 75% ownership of controls / team and protecting the value of the organisation, 25% business partnering and offering a value add service to the leadership team.</p><p><strong>Duties:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all consolidated statutory and key financial entity reporting and associated analysis, for all legal entities, including the annual financial statements as part of the groups Annual Report. Other Reporting submissions including the Office for National Statistics returns, and any related Regulator returns e.g. Value For Money as applicable.</li><li>Provide insight and analysis to stakeholders at all levels into the effect of upcoming legislation / accounting changes for decision making, impact on financial systems and transactional processing areas.</li><li>Accountable for ensuring the general ledger Chart of Accounts is structured appropriately and remains fit for purpose to capture and report financial information for statutory, regulatory and management requirements.</li><li>Manage the annual external audit plan and timetable with the group auditors ensuring clear roles and responsibilities across all stakeholders, that enables timely audit sign off.</li><li>Proactively liaise with senior stakeholders across directorate teams and their Finance leads (Eg Development &amp; Sales, Customer, Enabling Services) to offer technical accounting advice and influence, to ensure key operational and project activities are structured efficiently and conform to latest accounting standards and regulations.</li></ul><ul><li>Proactively develop and refine comprehensive accounting policies, ensuring ongoing adherence to latest accounting standards (FRS 102/SORP) and other regulatory requirements.</li><li>Develop and maintain a robust financial control framework for all legal entities, aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements, ensuring the integrity of the key financial ledgers and management/control and reconciliation of balance sheet transactions.</li><li>Produce annual, quarterly, monthly Balance Sheet, Cashflow and I&amp;E primary statements for statutory, regulatory and management/Board reporting needs for each of the legal entities.</li><li>Ultimate accountability for the close of all ledgers during the year / month end process, ensuring that appropriate controls are in place and adhered to.</li><li>Liaising with the Financial Planning and Tax team, ensure Financial control decisions are taken with due regard to the tax requirements and implications.</li><li>Lead on the management and maintenance of the Fixed Asset Register and associated monthly, quarterly and annual control activities.</li><li>Lead and coordinate activities to ensure business assets are stated in line with accounting standards, including the group wide annual impairment review (where appropriate)</li></ul><ul><li>Lead the Financial Control team and inspire and develop a team of qualified and part qualified accountants providing direction and coaching to support their personal development, leading to high performance and continuous improvement.</li><li>Your leadership of the team will ensure that they anticipate changing requirements to help drive the progressive development of the business.</li><li>As a senior Finance leader within the Finance Directorate and the Financial Services team, actively contribute to the strategy of the directorate and the decision-making processes, contributing to groups goal to be a great place to work by implementing initiatives that enhance employee engagement.</li><li>Play an active role in key Finance transformation and integration related projects that impact Financial Control activities, helping to shape and influence the design and implementation of change to key processes, systems and data.</li><li>Proactively develop and lead the relationship with key internal (Finance Leadership Team, Senior Leadership Group) and external stakeholders (auditors, advisors, regulators) where appropriate.</li><li>Where required, prepare and present relevant papers for Executive Board, Board and other relevant Committee meetings on matters relating to Financial control (Eg Financial regulations, accounting policies, external audit planning, year end financial statements, value for money etc)</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £100,000 and £120,000 P/A based on the candidates experience</li><li>A performance related bonus of up to 5% of salary</li><li>25 days holiday per annum</li><li>Pension match up to 12% </li><li>life assurance</li><li>private healthcare</li><li>A highly flexible working arrangement, with the ability to WFH 3 days a week</li><li>Other great benefits on application</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice</p><p><strong>Security alert:</strong> scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website: roberthalf.com/gb/en/how-spot-recruitment-scams-and-protect-yourself</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuNTYzODguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif"> Payroll Clerk / Manager <p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Senior Payroll Consultant<strong><br /></strong><strong>Company:</strong> Prestigious Accountancy Firm<br /><strong>Location:</strong> Wolverhampton (1 day per week)</p><p><strong>About the Company:</strong><br />Our client has experienced significant growth and now serves over 650 clients. </p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong><br />We are recruiting a Senior Payroll Consultant to join our client's expanding team on a full-time basis. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a candidate seeking long-term career development within an established firm included a paid CIPP.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Payroll Management:</strong><br />Oversee payroll processing for over clients, managing calculations of salaries, wages, bonuses, and additional payroll-related payments. Ensure timely and accurate processing using Sage Payroll software, incorporating changes in tax codes and deductions. Handle all payroll administration tasks, including onboarding new employees and managing terminations.</p></li><li><p><strong>Compliance and Regulation:</strong><br />Keep abreast of pension legislation changes and ensure compliance in payroll processing and pension contribution management. Prepare and submit payroll-related tax filings in line with HMRC regulations. Maintain meticulous records and documentation to meet legal requirements.</p></li><li><p><strong>Client Relations:</strong><br />Serve as the main point of contact for client enquiries related to payroll, offering timely and accurate information. Collaborate with clients to collect necessary payroll data, resolve discrepancies, and deliver exceptional service. Provide guidance on payroll best practices and regulatory compliance.</p></li><li><p><strong>Analysis and Reporting:</strong><br />Produce and review payroll reports to verify accuracy and identify discrepancies. Analyse payroll data to uncover trends and insights, presenting findings to management when necessary. Assist in preparing financial summaries related to payroll expenses.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Salary &amp; Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum</li><li>Full-time role, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday</li><li>Study support for CIPP qualification</li><li>Opportunities for career progression within the firm</li></ul><p><strong>Candidate Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Reliable and committed to long-term career development.</li><li>Capable of managing workload independently in a relaxed environment.</li><li>Willingness to undergo refresher training if required.</li><li>Familiarity with pension legislation is advantageous.</li><li>Experience with Sage Payroll software is desirable.</li></ul><p><strong>Start Date:</strong><br />Immediate start available upon successful selection.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice</p><p><strong>Security alert:</strong> scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website: roberthalf.com/gb/en/how-spot-recruitment-scams-and-protect-yourself</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QXJtaW5hLlJhbWppLjU2ODM3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif"> Digital Forensic Consultant <p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a global legal organisation to recruit for a Digital Forensic Consultant / Analyst on 3-6 month contract. Start ASAP</p><p>The Senior Analyst - Digital Forensics &amp; Expert Services role, conducts and assists in data preservation and digital investigations in complex litigation cases by leveraging knowledge of digital forensic tools, technology and protocols related to the collection and management of electronically stored information (ESI) from a wide variety of data sources.</p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><ul><li>The Digital Forensic Consultant / Analyst will perform tasks related to the forensic examination of ESI under supervision of a Manager.</li><li>Conduct testing and research for new workflows and methodologies.</li><li>Confidently perform remote and onsite collections in a defensible manner.</li><li>Attend forensic lab to leverage infrastructure/job requirements, as needed.</li><li>Travels to onsite locations (regional and international) with a team or independently to perform data collections.</li><li>Leverages experience with forensic tools, including Encase, FEC, FTK, Axiom, Oxygen and Cellebrite to carry out forensic investigations.</li><li>Follows Digital Forensic good practice methodologies (ISO17025 standard and ACPO Principles of Digital Evidence) in all aspects of the forensic and eDiscovery workflow.</li><li>Displays competence in delivery of complex technical information to non-technical clients.</li><li>Demonstrate working knowledge and understanding of evidence management.</li><li>Displays high degree of comfort operating in a client-facing environment and meeting the needs of clients.</li><li>Ability to work independently on-site on small to medium sized engagements.</li><li>Ability to be responsive to internal and external communications.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>The Digital Forensic Consultant / Analyst will have EDiscovery experience with relevant forensic collection and analysis software.</li><li>Certifications in EnCase, Cellebrite, Nuix, CFE or similar.</li><li>SQL or scripting.</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>Market leading legal organisation </li><li>Offices globally including London</li></ul><p><strong>Salary &amp; Benefits</strong></p><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice</p><p><strong>Security alert:</strong> scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website: roberthalf.com/gb/en/how-spot-recruitment-scams-and-protect-yourself</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjM1MTE0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif"> Group Tax Manager <p><strong>Group Tax Manager</strong></p><p>My client is a leading specialist supplier of fully integrated ERP systems to the services sector. With PE backing and a global footprint, they predict enviable growth in its defined sector in the UK and globally, and due to this exciting growth path they have developed a brand new role of Group Tax Manager.</p><p>The Group Tax Manager will take responsibility for the implementation of tax structures to maximize efficiencies and provide strategic ideas and updates to senior leadership on all tax-related matters for the Group. They will implement initiatives aimed at driving optimal effective tax rates. They will also support business development initiatives and developing complex tax projects. The Group Tax Manager will also liaise with external auditors, tax consultants and tax authorities and manage the indirect tax delivery. This role represents an excellent "first move" from the profession for a Corporate Tax professional with strong international tax advisory experience or someone who has made the first move out of the profession but is looking for a Group Tax Manager position in a fast paced and high growth environment.</p><p><strong>Duties:</strong></p><ul><li>Establishing a tax strategy for the group, consistent with best practice.</li><li>Ensure the efficient completion, on a timely and accurate basis, of all of the Group's global tax compliance obligations across legal entities, including income and corporation tax computations and returns, tax balances in statutory accounts.</li><li>Monitoring, reviewing and accounting for group-wide tax provisions, including deferred tax.</li><li>Manage and keep current the transfer pricing policy to ensure timely recording of intercompany transfer pricing charges, and transfer pricing adjustments.</li><li>Prepare communication on the impact of changes in tax legislation and tax accounting for the Board and identify opportunities which will optimise tax efficiencies.</li><li>Support acquisitions and similar transactions from a tax perspective.</li><li>Provision of ad hoc corporation tax advice to the business and to external advisors (e.g. lawyers) and ensuring that regular productive contact is maintained</li><li>Encouraging and influencing the business to raise questions and act in a tax efficient manner, and in general promote tax awareness across the group, including identifying and informing the business of the implications and impact of changes to worldwide tax legislation</li><li>Involvement with strategic tax planning, transfer pricing policies, employment tax issues and VAT</li><li>Prepare the Group's UK corporate income tax filings</li><li>For non-UK jurisdictions, management of all tax work outsourced to external advisors including ensuring appropriate advice is obtained efficiently</li><li>Management of any R&amp;D tax claim work whether prepared internally or outsourced</li><li>Maintaining a good relationship with the various tax authorities</li></ul><p><strong>Key Requirements: </strong></p><ul><li>University degree in Finance and Accounting, or similar studies (Master's)</li><li>Accounting and/or Tax Qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CTA/ATII or equivalent.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £70,000 and £80,000 P/A based on experience</li><li>10% bonus potential</li><li>5% pension contribution</li><li>25 days holiday plus 8 bank holiday</li><li>Income protection</li><li>Share options</li><li>Private medical cover</li><li>A fun, positive and friendly work environment where you are given the opportunity to bring ideas to the table.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice</p><p><strong>Security alert:</strong> scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website: roberthalf.com/gb/en/how-spot-recruitment-scams-and-protect-yourself</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuNTkxODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif"> CFO - Chief Financial Officer <p>You will develop and lead an exceptional finance, legal and investor relations function at this critical stage, establishing world class systems and providing financial and strategic guidance to ensure the business can meet its financial and reporting commitments, and drive the brand forward to deliver our ambitious vision and mission. </p><p>Strategy / Corporate Finance</p><ul><li>Collaborate with senior leadership to furnish the board, investors, and key stakeholders with pertinent financial data, forecasts, and sensitivities crucial for strategic decision-making.</li><li>Offer insights into performance metrics, pinpointing risks and opportunities while proposing strategic responses.</li><li>Lead the execution and oversight of fundraising and corporate finance strategies, encompassing the preparation of comprehensive business plans, contributing to investor materials for fundraising efforts, and managing funding rounds efficiently. As well as involved in structuring deals for potential new openings.</li></ul><p>Reporting + Stakeholder Engagement</p><ul><li>Supervise and oversee the creation of annual budgets, monthly management accounts, and quarterly investor updates to facilitate high performance and enable transparent communication with investors and stakeholders.</li><li>Collaborate with the team to enhance company and brand performance, including establishing and monitoring finance-related KPIs and budgets.</li><li>Prepare detailed cash flow projections to ensure sufficient cash reserves for day-to-day financial obligations and future growth investments.</li><li>Identify and create additional essential financial reports for the business as needed.</li><li>Cultivate strong working relationships and information channels with key investors</li><li>Liaise with external auditors and tax advisors to produce annual audited financial statements and corporation tax returns.</li><li>Development and implementation of the financial systems strategy and recommendations on any appropriate outsourcing strategies.</li><li>Ensuring the appropriate financial control environment exists as the business moves to scale up mode.</li></ul><p>You will be:</p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant ACA / ACCA /CIMA</li><li>From a Multi sited hospitality related background</li><li>Experience of working with external investors</li><li>Board Level experience</li></ul><p>Benefits</p><ul><li>Basic + Bonus + Potential Equity Package</li><li>Further extensive benefits package</li></ul><p>Get in touch with Rob Targett </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice</p><p><strong>Security alert:</strong> scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website: roberthalf.com/gb/en/how-spot-recruitment-scams-and-protect-yourself</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um9iZXJ0LlRhcmdldHQuODk5MzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">