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Principal Accountant \n Contract: 6-7 months Contract \n Working Pattern: Monday to Friday - (Hybrid/Flexible) \n Payrate: £31.85 per hr. via PAYE/£39.69 per hr. via Umbrella \n Location: Stevenage \n \n PURPOSE OF THE JOB \n To lead on the capital and fixed assets aspects of budget monitoring, closure of accounts, and budget setting, including the development and assessment of business cases. To manage the Treasury function. To ensure that policies and procedures are maintained and compliance achieved in these areas. \n \n MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY \n\n • Be responsible for promoting best financial practice in relation to treasury and capital accounting and ensuring that the authority's treasury, capital and fixed asset accounting arrangements comply with legislative and accounting standards and requirements (e.g. IFRS). Ensure that treasury and capital accounting processes and procedures are documented and kept up to date.\n, • Lead on the coordination of treasury and capital budgetary processes and the production of the Capital Programme within the medium term Integrated Planning process; including forecasting resources available to fund capital spend, and advising on their use.\n, • Input to Treasury Management and Capital Strategies, to ensure HCC is enabled to make decisions as necessary in accordance with the strategies, including ability to lend to HCC commercial companies.\n, • Lead on the co -ordination of the capital monitor and the development of monitoring processes to achieve optimal use of reporting (including responding to any changes in the core financial system) and to promote self-reliance in budget managers.\n, • Lead on the cashflow forecast, investment and borrowing requirements for HCC ensuring compliance and liquidity.\n, • Be accountable for the co-ordination and closure of treasury, capital and fixed asset aspects of the statement of accounts, all accounting entries, notes to the accounts and supporting working papers are completed on time and to a high standard. To support this, work closely with property, highways and technology services (including outsourced providers) to ensure fixed asset registers are maintained and reconciled. Manage year end valuations and debt management reporting. Manage the banking and third party contract arrangements.\n, • Be responsible for liaison with auditors on treasury, capital and fixed asset accounting issues, including agreement of any changes to accounting policies, and ensuring the prompt resolution of queries.\n, • Ensure all statutory returns relating to treasury and capital are submitted accurately and on time.\n, • Be accountable for the delivery of timely and business focussed capital financial advice to service boards and budget managers, working alongside the Finance Business Partner teams to link to revenue budget management as required.\n, • Manage the treasury and capital and fixed asset teams, ensuring that effective processes are in place for recruiting, developing, appraising, rewarding and retaining employees, promoting attendance and performance in line with Council policy.\n, • Identify and contribute to the realisation of opportunities for service improvement and increased efficiency, and communicate such change confidently, persuasively and authoritatively.\n, • Contribute to the development of the team's understanding and delivery of the Council's equalities and diversity agenda\n\n \n Qualifications: \n\n • Finalist or fully qualified CCAB, or equivalent experience. Experience of treasury, capital and fixed asset accounting is desirable but not essential.\n, • Chartered accountant qualifications, fully AAT qualified could be considered if experienced. Some treasury qualifications would be considered based on accompanying experience.\n\n Knowledge: \n\n • Ability to interpret, apply and explain financial policies, procedures, guidance, statutory requirements and legislation.\n, • Ability to handle large quantities of complex financial data, making effective use of multiple data sources (including ensuring that you have complete information) to carry out detailed financial analysis (including financial risk), and present the results in a clear concise way.\n, • Ability to problem solve and provide innovative solutions/ recommendations, including challenging existing practice. Able to analyse non-financial factors, wider implications (e.g. political, managerial, or equal opportunities) and key stakeholder needs.\n, • Ability to build effective relationships with all levels including senior management and partner organisations, creating trust and confidence. Ability to challenge, influence, persuade and negotiate.\n, • Ability to communicate effectively using appropriate channels and styles of communication, including written reports.\n\n Experience: \n\n • Proven track record of ability to consult, influence and advise consult and involve the Finance Community working alongside others to promote and drive through best financial practices across the organisation.\n, • Evidence of ability to make effective use of a number of data sources to obtain all appropriate data for a procurement, and to use available tools (e.g. spreadsheets, financial planning template) to carry out detailed data analysis and present information in a clear and concise manner.\n, • Evidence of ability to prepare reports (incorporating a number of uncertainties and presenting the effect of the inherent risk), including an analysis of non-financial considerations and key stakeholder needs.\n\n \n If shortlisted, a recruiter from the team will contact you within 24-48 hours for an initial discussion. The call will come from a Manchester number (either 0161 or +44 161). \n Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Are you an experienced Charity Finance Director seeking a new part-time assignment? Are you familiar with working in small, hands-on finance functions? Interested in supporting a global charity with a passionate and driven senior leadership team? If yes, read on! Robertson Bell is partnering with a values-led international charity to recruit an Interim Part-Time Finance Director for a six-month assignment. Working two to three days per week, this role will lead a small, capable finance team, providing strategic financial leadership and ensuring robust reporting and compliance. The organisation is based in Central London, with infrequent travel to the office required. Key responsibilities include: • Finalising the year-end audit, including resolving outstanding audit queries and contributing to the Trustees’ Annual Report., • Oversight of the monthly reporting cycle, including review and completion of management accounts., • Ownership of the mid-year forecasting process, and partnering across the organisation to maintain strong budgeting and financial planning., • Providing assurance around risk and compliance, ensuring financial policies and procedures meet required standards., • Leading and motivating the finance team, supporting structure and capacity planning in the short term. The successful candidate will be: • A chartered accountant with experience in the charity sector, ideally within an international context., • Knowledgeable in charity accounting, including restricted funding and risk/compliance frameworks., • Experienced in leading audits, managing finance teams, and working closely with SMTs and Boards., • Comfortable balancing strategic oversight with hands-on delivery., • Available at short notice. This is an urgent opportunity — early applications are strongly encouraged.

Position Accounting Projects and Developments Lead Group Financial Control Reports To Financial Controller Direct Reports None Internal Relationships NBKI Management & Staff Financial Control Department in Kuwait - Group and IBG External Relationships Third-party suppliers (systems) Number of full-time equivalent employees - N/A Grade F – Senior Principal Job Purpose The incumbent will be responsible for testing and implementing accounting-related projects and developments. This will include responsibility for accounting processes, controls, procedures and documentation. Additionally, to ensure that changes are effectively communicated to the wider finance and business community. Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities • To assess the accounting impact of ledger changes and migration impact arising from the planned upgrade of the bank’s Loans and Collateral module., • Propose and implement mapping changes in Equation and in MIS where applicable, and/or create any new accounts required, • Review of MIS requirements, • Testing of downstream impacts of new module across finance, including financial, management and regulatory reporting (working with existing FCD staff), • Responsible for FCD oversight of migration, including testing of take-on balances, accruals and P&L impact, • Assist with the follow-on stage of Integrity Treasury Management System – implementing hedge accounting from the Integrity hedge model, • Other ad hoc tasks as directed by FC or CFO Qualification & Experience • A qualified chartered accountant (ACCA, ACA, ACMA) or equivalent international Competencies Essential • Technical IFRS knowledge, • Project experience, • Able to manipulate large quantities of data, • Banking experience, including exposure to IFRS 9 hedging loans and interest rate swaps Skills Essential • Very Good management skills – particularly on managing projects, • Methodical approach to testing and migration, • Self-starter, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, • Excellent systems/computer skills (Excel) Key Success Factors Successfully control the Loans and Migration from the FCD point of view and ensure appropriate checks are made on migration and an appropriate audit trail is maintained. Any Other Comments Knowledge of banking products and systems is preferred. Project management qualification not essential

About Air Apps At Air Apps, we believe in thinking bigger and moving faster. We’re a family-founded company on a mission to create the world’s first AI-powered Personal & Entrepreneurial Resource Planner (PRP), and we need your passion and ambition to help us change how people plan, work, and live. Born in Lisbon, Portugal in 2017 and now with offices in both Lisbon and San Francisco, we’ve remained self-funded while reaching over 100 million downloads worldwide. Our long-term focus drives us to challenge the status quo every day, pushing the boundaries of AI-driven solutions that truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be a creative force, shaping products that empower people across the globe. Join us on this journey to redefine resource management and change lives along the way. The Role As a Financial Controller, you will be a key member of our finance team, taking ownership of financial reporting, internal controls and overall accounting operations. This role is essential for delivering accurate, timely, and meaningful financial information that supports strategic decision-making. You will review financial operations, participate in budgeting and forecasting activities, and compliance processes to ensure our continued growth, finance control and operational efficiency. This role blends strategic thinking with hands-on execution, accountability and will play a crucial part in our decision-making processes. This is a fully onsite position, based at our office in Lisbon, where you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in person and contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced environment. We are open to support with relocation efforts. Responsibilities Prepare, control and report financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes across departments and product lines. Review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings and reporting. Oversee internal control systems and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and tax obligations. Collaborate in a fast-moving environment, cross-functionally to align financial reporting and business goals. Manage cash flow, cost control, and ad-hoc financial risk assessments. Optimize automation of ERP and accounting tools such as Netsuite, Payhawk, Ramp. Analyze and report variances, provide insights into financial performance metrics. Contribute to business planning and strategic initiatives with financial insights. Continuously improve financial processes, systems, and controls for scalability and efficiency. Requirements Around 5+ years of experience in accounting, controlling, or financial management. Prior experience in a senior audit position or Big 4 firm is highly valued and/or Start-up/Scale-up experience. Degree in Accounting, Management, Finance, or a related field (bachelor’s or master’s). Chartered Accountant qualification is a strong plus. Solid understanding of accounting standards, financial statements, and tax regulations. Experience with tools such as Excel, Netsuite, Payhawk, Ramp, Oracle, or SAGE. Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and a solution-oriented mindset. Ability to communicate financial insights clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. Fluent in English, both written and verbal. Why Join Air Apps? (Portugal Benefits) Apple hardware ecosystem for work. Annual Bonus Top-tier Health and Life Insurance for peace of mind. Transportation Budget to support your commute needs. Coverflex benefits package for meal allowances, well-being, and more. Air Conference – an opportunity to meet the team, collaborate, and grow together. Pension Fund to support your long-term financial planning. Urban Sports Club membership to keep you active. Meals 100% free at the hub. Diversity & Inclusion At Air Apps, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We enthusiastically welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and believe that varied voices and experiences make us stronger. Application Disclaimer At Air Apps, we value transparency and integrity in our hiring process. Applicants must submit their own work without any AI-generated assistance. Any use of AI in application materials, assessments, or interviews will result in disqualification.

Financial Director - Shape the Future of a Fast-Growing Tech Innovator Are you a talented finance leader ready to take the helm of a dynamic, high-growth, technology company? We’re seeking aFinance Directorto steer our financial strategy, drive operational excellence, and partner with our leadership team to fuel genuine growth. Reporting directly to the CEO, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our future, with the opportunity to build and develop a finance team. Remote-UK What You’ll Do: • Own Financial Operations: Take charge of day-to-day financial management, delivering precision, efficiency, and scalability through best-in-class processes., • Drive Strategic Insights: Lead forecasting, scenario planning, and boardroom discussions, transforming data into actionable strategies that power growth., • Champion Compliance & Control: Ensure robust internal controls, manage statutory accounts, and keep us future-proof and compliant., • Innovate & Automate: Spearhead process improvements and leverage cutting-edge finance tools to enhance decision-making and efficiency., • Build a High-Performing Team: Mentor and grow a finance team, starting with hiring a Financial Accountant, while overseeing HR, Legal and CoSec functions., • Partner with Leadership: Provide commercial and operational insights in investor and board meetings, shaping strategic conversations with clarity and impact. Who You Are: • Afully qualified Chartered Accountant(ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with proven experience influencing senior stakeholders and a practical approach., • Previous or currenttechnology / SAAS experiencewould be beneficial, but is not essential., • Data-driven and analytical, with a passion for challenging the status quo and driving continuous improvement., • Amaster communicator, able to simplify complex financial concepts for diverse audiences., • Strategic and collaborative, with a big-picture mindset and a knack for fostering teamwork., • Comfortable thriving in afast-paced,Hands on evolving environment, balancing multiple priorities with ease.