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Compliance Officer – London (Hybrid / Remote) We're partnered with a fast-growing, global cross-border payments and Banking-as-a-Service platform – moving money across 70+ countries through virtual IBANs, FX, stablecoin settlement, and digital asset infrastructure. They're now progressing an FCA licence (with strong regulator feedback to date) and building their UK presence. This is a hands-on, mature compliance seat working alongside the Group Head of Compliance – a genuine step up for someone ready to own day-to-day financial crime and operational compliance across multiple jurisdictions. An enabler, not a blocker. Why you'll want this one:Genuinely flexible – fully remote to start, with the option to move to a London hybrid pattern.Ground-floor exposure as the UK function is built out following FCA approval.Direct work with the Group Head of Compliance and senior team – real visibility, real influence.A platform building at the frontier of payments, digital assets, and emerging markets – positioned as a bridge between emerging markets and global development.What you'll need:Minimum 3–5 years in compliance, onboarding, or financial crime within fintech, banking, or payments.Strong AML/CTF, sanctions screening, and CDD/EDD knowledge.Familiarity with cross-border payments and regulated environments.UK experience essential; European or Canadian regulatory exposure welcome.Capable of FCA pre-approval and full-time onboarding. (EMI licence acquisition experience not required.)What you'll own:Customer due diligence, EDD reviews, and onboarding support.Transaction monitoring alerts, sanctions screening, and case files for MLRO escalation.Compliance monitoring, controls, and remediation follow-up across business units.Compliance checks on digital asset, stablecoin, and payment products.Cross-functional partnering with Operations, Customer Success, Product, and external banking partners.If a fast-paced, autonomous, regulated environment is where you do your best work – apply today.

Regulatory Compliance Lead - London (Hybrid) We're partnered with one of the UK's fastest-growing, founder-led payments businesses – a regulated payment infrastructure fintech building on proprietary tech for a decade. This is not a box-ticking role. On offer is a senior, standalone seat across Compliance and Legal/Regulatory – high autonomy, low bureaucracy, daily exposure to the senior team. You'll be the person the business turns to on every regulatory matter, embedding regulation into products from day one. An enabler, not a blocker.Why you'll want this one:Genuinely flexible and output-focused - three days in London, with flex to two for the right person.More family than fintech: wins celebrated, cross-team support.Founders hands-on with every employee - which is why people stay for years, not months.Unique products, direct senior exposure, and room to build your own function over time.What you'll need:Minimum of 5 years' financial services regulatory experience.Genuine fintech exposure - essential.Payments and crypto familiarity.Real experience with regulators beyond the FCA and a hand in regulatory applications.A regulatory lawyer is a bonus, not a must.What you'll own:Main point of contact for the FCA and European regulators.Regulatory responses and reports.New licence applications and variations of permission.Cross-functional partnering with Product, Sales, Ops and Marketing.Horizon scanning, Dear CEO letters, external audits, and a strong internal regulatory culture.If a fast-paced, autonomous, regulated environment is where you do your best work - apply today.

Office of the CFO Assistant Manager – Edinburgh An exciting opportunity to join a growing and ambitious Business Services team.  We are recruiting on behalf of a highly successful and rapidly expanding professional services firm seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to join its Business Services team.This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys working closely with clients, solving complex business challenges, and providing strategic financial insight. The role offers a broad mix of financial reporting, management accounting, forecasting, business advisory, and client relationship management responsibilities.You will work with a diverse portfolio of clients, helping them gain clarity over their financial performance while supporting key business decisions and future growth.As an Assistant Manager, you will be responsible for delivering a wide range of accounting and finance services to clients while supporting and developing junior team members.Key responsibilities will include:Preparing management accounts and financial reportsProducing and reviewing statutory financial statementsBuilding and maintaining strong client relationshipsLiaising with external auditors and managing audit processesPreparing cash flow forecasts, budgets, and financial modelsSupporting clients with business planning and strategic decision-makingDelivering ad-hoc projects and financial analysis as requiredManaging your own portfolio and ensuring exceptional client service deliveryCoaching, mentoring, and developing junior team membersWorking collaboratively across the wider business to deliver value-added solutionsIdentifying opportunities to support clients with additional services and solutionsAbout YouTo be successful in this role, you will have:Essential ExperienceFully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent)Experience gained within practice, industry, or a combination of bothStrong technical accounting and financial reporting skillsExperience preparing management accounts and financial analysisExcellent communication and stakeholder management abilitiesA proactive and solutions-focused approachStrong organisational and time management skillsProficiency in Microsoft Excel and WordThe ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environmentDesirable ExperienceExperience working with cloud-based accounting platformsExposure to outsourced finance, virtual FD/CFO, or business advisory servicesExperience implementing technology-driven finance solutionsWhat's on OfferExposure to a diverse client portfolio across multiple sectorsA varied and commercially focused role with significant client interactionOpportunities to develop leadership and advisory skillsA collaborative, supportive, and ambitious working environmentGenuine career progression within a growing businessApplicants must have a full and unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, candidates requiring current or future visa sponsorship cannot be considered for this position.If you are a qualified finance professional looking to take the next step in your career within a dynamic and client-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.

Office of the CFO Advisor – Edinburgh | Client-Facing Finance Advisory Role Ready to move beyond traditional month-end reporting? We’re looking for a qualified or finalist ICAS/ACCA accountant to join a fast-growing CFO advisory team, supporting a diverse portfolio of clients with management reporting, forecasting, audit coordination, and commercial insight. This is a true step into client-facing advisory work, where you’ll act as a trusted finance partner to businesses, helping them improve performance, strengthen reporting, and make better decisions — not just close the books. You’ll gain exposure to business owners and senior stakeholders, attend client meetings, and play a key role in shaping financial clarity and strategy across multiple organisations. What you’ll be doing:Month-end reporting, forecasting & variance analysisCoordinating accounts, audit and compliance deliverablesActing as a key client contact and building strong relationshipsSupporting client meetings and commercial discussionsIdentifying opportunities to improve processes and add valueWhat we’re looking for:ICAS / ACCA qualified or finalistStrong Excel and financial reporting skillsConfident communicator with a client-first mindsetOrganised, detail-focused, and proactive problem solverExperience in audit, management accounts, or outsourced financeWhy this role stands out:Real client exposure from day oneMove into advisory and CFO-level thinkingBroad, varied client portfolioStrong development and progression pathwayImportant: Only candidates with a full and unrestricted right to work in the UK will be considered. Sponsorship is not available.

Senior Manager – Office of the CFO | Manchester (Hybrid)Ready to move beyond compliance and become a trusted adviser to ambitious businesses?If you're an experienced ACA or ACCA-qualified finance professional looking for a role where you can influence business decisions, build lasting client relationships and help shape the future of a growing service line, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.We're working with a highly respected professional services firm that is investing heavily in its Office of the CFO offering. As the team continues to grow, they're looking to appoint a Senior Manager who can lead client relationships, develop people and play a key role in the future success of the Manchester office.This is far more than a traditional accounts role. You'll become a trusted adviser to a portfolio of businesses, working alongside Finance Directors, CFOs and business owners to provide strategic financial support, improve performance and help clients achieve their growth ambitions.The opportunityAs a Senior Manager, you'll take ownership of a diverse portfolio of clients, leading the delivery of high-quality financial reporting while providing commercially focused advice that adds real value.You'll also play an important role in developing the team, mentoring future leaders and helping drive the continued growth of one of the firm's fastest-growing service lines.What you'll be doingManaging a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors, acting as their trusted finance adviser.Building long-term relationships with CFOs, Finance Directors and business owners.Reviewing management accounts, statutory accounts and financial reporting, providing commercial insight and practical recommendations.Supporting clients with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial planning.Overseeing audit liaison and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.Leading, mentoring and developing Managers, Assistant Managers and junior team members.Supporting businesses as they transition into outsourced finance and Office of the CFO services.Identifying opportunities to broaden client relationships and introduce additional advisory services.Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider business to deliver joined-up solutions.Helping shape the future direction and growth of the Office of the CFO team.About youYou'll be a qualified accountant who enjoys working closely with clients and wants to move into a more commercial, advisory-led role.You'll ideally have:ACA or ACCA qualification.A background in practice within Business Services, Accounts or Advisory.Experience managing a client portfolio and building strong client relationships.Strong technical accounting knowledge.Previous experience leading, coaching and developing teams.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards.A commercial mindset and genuine interest in helping businesses succeed.Experience within outsourced finance, CFO Services or advising SME and mid-market businesses would be beneficial but isn't essential.Why join?Take on a genuine leadership role with autonomy and responsibility.Work directly with senior decision-makers and become a trusted adviser to your clients.Join a growing, ambitious team with significant investment and long-term plans.Enjoy clear progression towards Director level.Broaden your experience beyond traditional accounting into strategic finance and business advisory.Be part of a collaborative, supportive culture where your ideas and contribution are genuinely valued.Work with a varied client base across multiple sectors, ensuring no two days are the same.If you're looking for a role that combines technical accounting, commercial advisory and people leadership—and gives you the opportunity to make a real impact—we'd love to hear from you.Please note: Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position.

Private Client Tax Senior Manager | Belfast - HybridAdvisory-Focused Role | Full Client Ownership This is an exciting opportunity for a Private Client Tax Manager to join a highly regarded professional services firm, taking on a genuinely advisory-led role with full ownership of a diverse client portfolio.  This position offers the chance to move beyond pure compliance and step into a role where you will lead on complex advisory work, build long-term client relationships, and play an active role in developing junior team members and contributing to business growth.  It’s a great opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical expertise with client interaction, commercial thinking, and people development. The Role In this role, you will take ownership of a portfolio of private clients, delivering high-quality advisory services across areas such as inheritance tax, capital gains tax, trusts, estates, and succession planning. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients, building strong, long-term relationships and becoming their main point of contact for complex personal tax matters. You will also:Lead and deliver complex private client advisory work end-to-endManage and develop client relationships, providing proactive, trusted adviceIdentify opportunities for new advisory work and contribute to business developmentOversee multiple assignments, ensuring high-quality delivery and strong client serviceReview and sign off complex compliance work where requiredCollaborate with wider teams to deliver joined-up client solutionsMentor and support junior team members in their technical and professional developmentTake responsibility for engagements from initial opportunity through to delivery and billingAbout You To be successful in this role, you will have:Strong experience in private client tax within a professional services environmentA clear focus on advisory work, alongside compliance experienceProfessional qualification (CTA, ACA/CA, ATT, STEP or equivalent)Experience managing client relationships directly and confidentlyStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projectsExperience mentoring or supporting junior team membersA commercial mindset with the ability to spot and develop opportunitiesExcellent communication skills and confidence working with clientsThe ability to work independently and take full ownership of your portfolioExposure to international tax matters and UK/Ireland cross-border work would be advantageous but not essential.

Private Client Tax Compliance – Senior Manager AAB delivers tax compliance services to a wide portfolio of clients including UHNW/HNW Individuals, Individuals, Seafarers, Non-resident Individuals, Farmers, Sole traders, Partnerships, Trusts and Estates. Reporting to the Head of Tax Compliance, you will be working alongside a team of experienced tax compliance specialists across all AAB offices as well as liaising with other Business Units to help deliver this service. As a Senior Manager, you will be expected to assist and support the Head of Tax Compliance to help drive change and embed the use of new technology required to help grow the business, both locally and nationally. You will also be expected to lead by example in the performance of your own duties to encourage other team members coming through the business to do the same. Key duties & responsibilitiesResponsibility for managing your own client portfolio, being the main point of contact for those clients and ensuring completion of any related MTD quarterly reporting, Final Declarations, Self-Assessment tax returns and Trust Accounts, if relevant by the relevant filing deadlines each year.Responsibility for following AAB Tax Compliance processes, as well as other internal processes required in the performance of your duties. This includes the use of technology to improve efficiency within the business, maintaining accurate client data, and the accurate and real time completion of timesheets and all workflow / job management tools.Financial Management of own portfolio including review and management of own WIP, proposals for new work, raising fees and proposing fee uplifts for additional work where required. Identifying opportunities for additional work within your client portfolio and cross-selling services as and when required.Meeting targets for winning new work as set by the leadership team each year.Reviewing work prepared by junior team members, including complex reviews for other team members where it is within your skillset.Undertaking the preparation of ad hoc advisory work arising within your own client portfolio, including but not limited to Real time CGT reporting, Remuneration planning, CGT calculations, Trust Registrations etc.Liaising and working with the Tax Advisory team and other Business Units including but not limited to BAG, as and when required.Line management responsibilities for junior members of the team.Mentoring, support and training junior members of team to aid their development and career progression opportunities.Undertaking Business Development both internally and externally, including attending local and office based networking events with a view to increasing awareness of AAB and the tax compliance function within the local area.Help embed change and the use of new technology within AAB processes.Assist the Head of Tax Compliance in undertaking quarterly Quality Control Reviews (QCR) on work prepared within the compliance team to ensure adherence to risk processes, maintain quality and help identify training needs for the team and to maintain AAB quality standards.Experience & qualifications Essential:Relevant professional tax qualification (e.g. CA, ATT, CTA, STEP or similar)At least 3 years tax compliance experience in a Manager role or higher.Experience line managing people and / teams.Ability to undertake independent technical researchTrack record of handling a client portfolio with strong client engagement Desirable:Experience using CCH Personal Tax and related applications.Good knowledge in the use of Excel and Word.

Head of Proposition Governance(Hybrid – 3 days/week in office) | 12-Month FTC (strong intent to go permanent) | £75,000–£95,000 + benefits.  A leading, adviser-owned financial advisor — spanning wealth management, protection, mortgages and pensions — is looking for an experienced Head of Proposition Governance to lead and evolve its proposition governance capability. Following a significant recent capital investment and new (internal promotion) senior leadership, the business is in a genuine growth phase — expanding its adviser base and its product range. This is a rare opportunity to join at a pivotal moment and shape governance across a proposition set that's actively evolving. This is a governance and oversight role, not a hands-on product-building one. You'll be the person ensuring the product range is good for customers, commercially sound, and defensible to regulators — owning the framework, chairing the committees, and holding the business to accountWhat You'll Be DoingLead the design, delivery and continuous improvement of the Proposition Governance Framework, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, Consumer Duty and group risk appetiteOwn the end-to-end Proposition Development & Management Framework — covering in-house and third-party products, due diligence, target market analysis and periodic review of existing propositionsChair and manage key governance forums, including the Proposition Management Committee and Product Review CommitteeUse market insight, customer data and competitor analysis to identify opportunities and support strong customer outcomesProvide clear governance reporting to senior leadership and boardsManage provider/supplier relationships, including commercial negotiationLead and develop a small, established teamWhat You'll NeedSignificant senior-level experience in financial services and product/proposition governanceA strong track record in proposition development and governance within a regulated environmentExcellent working knowledge of the regulatory landscape, including Consumer Duty and its impact on customer outcomesBroad knowledge across wealth, insurance and mortgages — including provider, competitor, market and adviser dynamicsExperience in supplier selection, commercial negotiation, and influencing senior stakeholders, committees and boardsConfidence chairing committees and presenting to senior leadershipA relevant professional or postgraduate qualification is advantageousThis is a fast moving position - we encourage you to apply now and the team will be in touch shortly. Goodluck!