Amanda Dolan

Assistant Manager – Indirect Tax (VAT) Leeds (Hybrid) | Permanent | Professional ServicesAre you ready to elevate your VAT career and step into a role where your expertise truly makes an impact?We’re recruiting on behalf of a leading professional services firm that is expanding its Indirect Tax team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a VAT professional who wants real progression, diverse advisory exposure, and the chance to work with a forward-thinking leadership team.If you’re looking for a role that challenges, rewards, and genuinely invests in your development — this is it.What You’ll Be DoingIn this high-visibility role, you will:Manage a varied VAT portfolio across multiple sectorsGet involved in complex advisory work — not just complianceReview VAT returns, assess risks, and uncover commercial opportunitiesSupport senior leaders on high-value and strategic client projectsMentor junior staff and contribute to a positive team cultureBuild strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholdersStay up to date with VAT legislation and guide clients through key changesThis role offers the perfect balance of autonomy, development, and support.Who You AreYou are a VAT professional who:Has experience in indirect tax (professional services or in-house)Enjoys tackling complex VAT issuesCommunicates confidently and professionallyCan manage competing deadlines without compromising qualityIs ambitious and ready for more responsibilityHolds or is working towards CTA/ATT (beneficial but not essential)If you’re curious, driven, and ready to take the next step, you’ll thrive here.Why This Role Stands OutThis is not just another Assistant Manager vacancy. You will benefit from:A clear progression pathway to Manager level and beyondHybrid working with flexibilityExposure to interesting and impactful advisory workA supportive and collaborative team cultureLeadership genuinely committed to your career developmentA competitive salary and benefits packageIf you want a role that offers variety, progression, and genuine opportunity, this is the one.

Senior Manager – Indirect Tax (VAT) | UK-Based | Professional Services | Hybrid/RemoteWe are recruiting on behalf of a leading professional services firm for a Senior Manager within Indirect Tax (VAT). This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced VAT professional to take a leadership role, driving advisory projects, managing client relationships, and contributing to business growth across the UK.About the RoleAs a Senior Manager in the Indirect Tax team, you will:Lead complex VAT advisory engagements across diverse sectorsDrive business development, leveraging existing client relationships and networksSupport, mentor, and develop junior and mid-level team membersEnsure high-quality client delivery across advisory and compliance mattersKeep up to date with VAT legislation and provide strategic guidance to clientsInfluence team strategy and support the growth of the VAT service lineThis is a high-visibility, high-impact role offering autonomy, career progression, and the chance to make a tangible difference within a collaborative team.About You7 years’ experience in VAT/Indirect Tax, ideally within professional servicesStrong advisory background with exposure to client-facing projectsConfident in business development and growing client relationshipsExperienced in managing and mentoring a teamStrong stakeholder management and communication skillsCTA/ATT/ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent experience)Why This Role Stands OutTake a leadership position within a growing VAT teamFlexible/remote working options across the UKExposure to challenging and varied advisory workOpportunity to shape team strategy and drive business growthSupportive and collaborative working environmentCompetitive salary and benefits

Senior Finance Leader – Hospitality & Multi-Site Operations | ScotlandI’m supporting a growing organisation in the hospitality sector with the appointment of a senior finance leader who will oversee all accounting operations for a large, multi-site portfolio. This is a key role for someone with strong financial control experience who is ready to step up and take ownership of a complex, high-volume environment. It would particularly suit a Financial Controller looking for their next move into a broader leadership position.The RoleYou’ll be responsible for leading the full accounting function for a sizeable hospitality portfolio, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance and consistent delivery across multiple sites. This includes oversight of all core accounting areas such as AP, AR, income & banking, GL, fixed assets, treasury and monthly close.A big part of the role involves looking at how things are done today and identifying where processes can be improved, standardised or automated. You’ll help shape the long-term direction of the finance operations, working closely with senior leadership on planning, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesLead day-to-day finance operations across a large hotel and hospitality portfolioEnsure all accounting activity is delivered accurately and within agreed timelinesOversee month-end close, reporting and compliance with relevant accounting standardsBuild, lead and develop a high-performing finance teamIdentify and implement process improvements, automation and system enhancementsMaintain strong internal controls and ensure consistent ways of working across sitesAct as a key point of contact for external auditorsSupport the onboarding of new sites and clients where requiredBuild strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and operational teamsContribute to budgeting, forecasting and performance reviewsWho We’re Looking ForA finance leader with experience in hospitality, hotels, multi-franchise or multi-site operations (essential)Someone who has held a Financial Controller or senior finance operations roleExperience managing complex, high-volume accounting teamsStrong understanding of AP, AR, GL, fixed assets, and financial reportingComfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple moving partsExperience working within or alongside Shared Services is an advantageStrong systems experience – any exposure to large ERP platforms is welcomeA practical leader who enjoys improving processes and coaching teamsBased in Scotland or willing to relocateIdeal Background10 years in finance and accounting rolesExperience in hotel accounting or multi-site hospitality operationsTrack record of leading teams and improving finance processesFamiliarity with automation, RPA or finance transformation projects would be helpful

VP – Compliance Business Partner, FIC Sales & Trading |📍 New York, NY (Hybrid) | 💼 Vice President Level | 🕒 Full-Time | 📅 Start: August/September 2025A global financial institution is looking to hire a Compliance Business Partner to support its Fixed Income & Currencies (FIC) Sales & Trading business, with a primary focus on credit products. This is a high-impact VP-level role working directly with front-office trading and sales teams, offering a rare opportunity to influence the compliance culture and risk framework of a major markets division.What You'll Be DoingAct as the first point of contact for compliance advisory within credit trading and sales.Monitor regulatory developments and help the business adapt policies, controls, and processes in line with market regulations (SEC, FINRA, CFTC, MSRB).Participate in and lead internal risk assessments, surveillance reviews, and compliance testing efforts.Collaborate with stakeholders on control design, policy implementation, and supervisory oversight.Support internal investigations, regulatory inquiries, and audits.Deliver targeted training and guidance to ensure adherence to firm-wide and regulatory standards.Partner with business leaders to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate compliance risks.What You Bring7+ years of compliance, legal, or regulatory advisory experience within capital markets.Strong understanding of fixed income products, particularly credit instruments.Knowledge of broker-dealer regulations and U.S. financial market requirements (SEC, FINRA, CFTC, etc.).Confident communicator with the ability to engage front-office professionals and senior leadership.Bachelor’s degree required; JD or MBA is a plus.What’s On OfferCompetitive compensation: $130,000 – $200,000 base + performance-based incentives.Hybrid working environment – New York-based role with flexibility.Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, and paid time off.The opportunity to make a real impact in a high-visibility role on a dynamic trading floor.