The Opportunity Hub UK is seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated professional on behalf of a respected financial services firm specialising in illiquid markets. This independent firm focuses on providing innovative financial solutions in sales, trading, and advisory for institutional and high-net-worth clients. Established in 2009, the firm has an established reputation for its expertise in handling distressed debt, credit securities, and other complex, illiquid assets. Position: Junior Back Office Support – Fixed Income Location: Central London (Office Based) Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum DOE Job Overview: This position as a Junior Back Office Support – Fixed Income offers a unique chance to build a foundational career within fixed income and operational support. Ideal for someone at the beginning of their financial services journey, this role supports essential functions in the back office, ensuring the smooth operation and accuracy of fixed income transactions. Here’s What You’ll Be Doing: Trade Support: Assisting with the booking, confirmation, and settlement of fixed income trades, contributing to smooth operational workflows. Reconciliation: Conducting daily reconciliations between internal and external systems, ensuring precise and error-free trade records. Client and Counterparty Liaison: Collaborating with clients and counterparties to resolve discrepancies and address operational queries. Documentation Management: Maintaining accurate and organised trade-related documents to support operational efficiency. Compliance and Reporting: Supporting compliance needs and helping with regulatory reporting for fixed income activities. Administrative Support: Providing general assistance to the back-office team to facilitate day-to-day operations. Here Are the Skills You’ll Need: Experience: At least 1 year in a back office or financial operations role (internships and placements are considered). Understanding of Fixed Income Products: A basic grasp of bonds, loans, or similar fixed income products is beneficial. Attention to Detail: Exceptional organisational skills and a high degree of accuracy in data handling. Communication: Effective communication skills to liaise confidently with internal teams and external contacts. Technical Skills: Competence in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with financial systems. Work Permissions You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time. Here Are the Benefits of This Job: Career Exposure: Gain experience with a range of fixed income products and market operations in a specialised sector. Mentorship: Work alongside experienced professionals in the financial services industry, offering valuable insights and guidance. Growth Opportunities: Take advantage of professional development support and a clear path for career progression. Why Pursue a Career in Fixed Income Back Office Support? A role in fixed income back office support provides a strong foundation in financial services, focusing on the essential processes that keep financial transactions running smoothly. Working in fixed income allows you to gain specialised knowledge in a key financial market sector, build in-demand operational skills, and open pathways for advancement within finance and investment roles.....Read more...
To provide support to the Rent Accounting and Home Ownership Team Lead for the integrity of data held within the rent accounting system
To assist in the implementation of new system application releases and upgrades
To assist in the development of rent accounting/leasehold reporting tools
To assist with the period end activities in accordance with agreed processes and timescales as well as reconciliations
To support the investigation and allocation of any unidentified income to the correct account
To assist with the production of financial reports/repairs report & performance information as required
To liaise with external stakeholders and internal sections within the council, as required
To assist the delivery of effective and efficient services to leaseholders and right to buy applicants
To assist with the production of statements, and all associated letters, including supporting people, contents insurance and leaseholder service charges
To assist with updating procedural notes on the current rent and home ownership system
To provide general administrative support to staff such as word processing, data inputting, photocopying, scanning and filing
Receiving and taking appropriate action on incoming calls from customers, dealing with queries and requests
Attending mandatory training and undertaking relevant and appropriate training related to the role as part of your personal development
Ensuring confidentiality is maintained at all times
Ensuring that policies and procedures are followed at all times
Gathering customer feedback and analysing responses
Training:Customer Service Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
The apprenticeship training will be delivered in the workplace, as you will receive visits from a college assessor
The apprenticeship will also include a proportion of 20% Off The Job Training and a robust programme of Mandatory Apprentice Training provided by Sandwell Council to include Workplace Professionalism and Equality & Diversity
Training Outcome:
This apprenticeship is a fixed term 12-15 month contract, and at the end you will gain a Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner Qualification
The skills, knowledge and experience gained in this apprenticeship will allow you to gain future opportunities in the sector
Employer Description:Sandwell is a large, multicultural metropolitan borough situated in the heart of the Black Country, to the west of Birmingham, within the West Midlands conurbation and with a population of over 280,000. The Council is one of the largest employers in the Borough with employees in a variety of occupations, providing a comprehensive range of services. For more information about Sandwell Council’s apprenticeship programme and our recruitment process please visit our YouTube channel. Find out more information on Sandwell’s Values and Behaviours on the council’s webpage. For more information on careers in local government you can view a copy of the Local Government Career Guide.Working Hours :Monday - Thursday, 9.00am - 5.00pm. Friday, 9.00am - 4.30pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Adhere to data protection,Client confidentiality,Professionalism....Read more...
Job Description:
Are you a qualified accountant, fluent in German and possessing an understanding of German HGB accounting standards?
Our client, a reputable financial services firm, are seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team in either London or Edinburgh on a permanent basis. Consideration will also be given to workers on a contract basis.
The successful candidate will play a central role in overseeing the daily operations of the Accounting Group for German entities and manage the team’s activities, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Fully qualified accountant.
Proficiency in accounting standards: IFRS, Local GAAP (HGB), RechKredV, and Investment law.
Comprehensive knowledge of relevant tax laws and regulations, particularly VAT law.
Outstanding interest in figures with a strong understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
Proficient in both English and German.
Core Responsibilities:
Manage, complete, and oversee manual payment runs.
Book and supervise liquid assets, such as securities, money market instruments, and fixed deposits.
Register and monitor German foreign trade regulations compliance.
Execute impersonal account bookings, supervise, and reconcile asset accounts and profit and loss accounts (expenses & costs).
Calculate and book accruals and deferrals for interest and call money. Handle and supervise accruals and deferrals thoroughly.
Review overall account details (balance sheet and profit and loss accounts) and generate periodic and as-needed reports for the Management Board and other customers.
Post and supervise debtors' and creditors' invoices, including reconciliation.
Prepare quarterly tax calculations (Corporate Income Tax / Corporate Trade Tax).
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16009
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Job Description:
Are you a qualified accountant, fluent in German and possessing an understanding of German HGB accounting standards?
Our client, a reputable financial services firm, are seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team in either London or Edinburgh on a permanent basis. Consideration will also be given to workers on a contract basis.
The successful candidate will play a central role in overseeing the daily operations of the Accounting Group for German entities and manage the team’s activities, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Fully qualified accountant.
Proficiency in accounting standards: IFRS, Local GAAP (HGB), RechKredV, and Investment law.
Comprehensive knowledge of relevant tax laws and regulations, particularly VAT law.
Outstanding interest in figures with a strong understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
Proficient in both English and German.
Core Responsibilities:
Manage, complete, and oversee manual payment runs.
Book and supervise liquid assets, such as securities, money market instruments, and fixed deposits.
Register and monitor German foreign trade regulations compliance.
Execute impersonal account bookings, supervise, and reconcile asset accounts and profit and loss accounts (expenses & costs).
Calculate and book accruals and deferrals for interest and call money. Handle and supervise accruals and deferrals thoroughly.
Review overall account details (balance sheet and profit and loss accounts) and generate periodic and as-needed reports for the Management Board and other customers.
Post and supervise debtors' and creditors' invoices, including reconciliation.
Prepare quarterly tax calculations (Corporate Income Tax / Corporate Trade Tax).
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16009
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
INDPERM....Read more...
Job Description:
Are you a qualified accountant, fluent in German and possessing an understanding of German HGB accounting standards?
Our client, a reputable financial services firm, are seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team in either London or Edinburgh on a permanent basis. Consideration will also be given to workers on a contract basis.
The successful candidate will play a central role in overseeing the daily operations of the Accounting Group for German entities and manage the team’s activities, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Fully qualified accountant.
Proficiency in accounting standards: IFRS, Local GAAP (HGB), RechKredV, and Investment law.
Comprehensive knowledge of relevant tax laws and regulations, particularly VAT law.
Outstanding interest in figures with a strong understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
Proficient in both English and German.
Core Responsibilities:
Manage, complete, and oversee manual payment runs.
Book and supervise liquid assets, such as securities, money market instruments, and fixed deposits.
Register and monitor German foreign trade regulations compliance.
Execute impersonal account bookings, supervise, and reconcile asset accounts and profit and loss accounts (expenses & costs).
Calculate and book accruals and deferrals for interest and call money. Handle and supervise accruals and deferrals thoroughly.
Review overall account details (balance sheet and profit and loss accounts) and generate periodic and as-needed reports for the Management Board and other customers.
Post and supervise debtors' and creditors' invoices, including reconciliation.
Prepare quarterly tax calculations (Corporate Income Tax / Corporate Trade Tax).
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16009
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
INDPERM....Read more...
Job Description:
Are you a qualified accountant, fluent in German and possessing an understanding of German HGB accounting standards?
Our client, a reputable financial services firm, are seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team in either London or Edinburgh on a permanent basis. Consideration will also be given to workers on a contract basis.
The successful candidate will play a central role in overseeing the daily operations of the Accounting Group for German entities and manage the team’s activities, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Fully qualified accountant.
Proficiency in accounting standards: IFRS, Local GAAP (HGB), RechKredV, and Investment law.
Comprehensive knowledge of relevant tax laws and regulations, particularly VAT law.
Outstanding interest in figures with a strong understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
Proficient in both English and German.
Core Responsibilities:
Manage, complete, and oversee manual payment runs.
Book and supervise liquid assets, such as securities, money market instruments, and fixed deposits.
Register and monitor German foreign trade regulations compliance.
Execute impersonal account bookings, supervise, and reconcile asset accounts and profit and loss accounts (expenses & costs).
Calculate and book accruals and deferrals for interest and call money. Handle and supervise accruals and deferrals thoroughly.
Review overall account details (balance sheet and profit and loss accounts) and generate periodic and as-needed reports for the Management Board and other customers.
Post and supervise debtors' and creditors' invoices, including reconciliation.
Prepare quarterly tax calculations (Corporate Income Tax / Corporate Trade Tax).
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16009
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
INDPERM....Read more...
You will assist with accounting and finance tasks within your specific department to enable the smooth running of day to day operations.
Below is a list of some of the tasks you may be asked to complete, however, please note specific responsibilities will vary depending on the department or division in which the role is based:
Learn to carry out general office duties including managing emails and calendars, filing, and dealing with finance enquiries via email, face to face and over the phone/MS Teams
Learn to check and sort the incoming mail for the Finance team including date stamping
Learn the initial review of documents received to ensure that they are mathematically correct, sufficiently authorised and conform to regulatory requirements
Develop skills in the inputting to the Oracle Financials system of authorised invoices, receipts, claims and the matching of invoice records
Learn to reconcile items received into the Bank Account with transactions input into the Oracle system
With the support of colleagues, learn the processes for filing documents
Learn to prepare and send documents for imaging
Learn to work with suppliers to check correct entry of bank account details, email addresses and respond to their queries
Learn to provide guidance to staff, regarding invoices, expenses and payments processes. Managing those expense claims that it is necessary to query or return
Develop skills in the receiving and checking of banking deposits from departments; the reimbursing of departmental Petty Cash floats and the daily balancing and reconciliation of cash as well as preparing cash and cheques for banking
With support, allocate income received into the University Bank Account and investigate unidentified payments received into the University Bank Account, where necessary liaising with sponsors, donors and customers of the University
Learn to support departments in the use of the University’s Online Store facility
Assisting with maintaining finance records, ensuring accurate physical and electronic records are kept and that they are complete and up-to-date
Assisting with preparing reports for month end reporting and reviewing the open purchase orders/ closed for receiving purchase orders reports on a regular basis
With support, preparing any necessary financial documentation, including general ledger journals with a full audit trail
In the execution of these roles and responsibilities the post holder will at all times:
Abide by local and University rules and codes of practice with regard to Health and Safety
Work with discretion and confidentiality when dealing with personal data or information
Whichever department you choose to be considered for (on successful completion of our initial screening process) you will find that you are supported and inspired to succeed within your role.
Please note that departments are in a variety of locations across the centre of Oxford and Headington. Training:Duration:
13 months practical training period, plus 3 months for End Point Assessment
Delivery model:
Work-based training with your employer
Day release during term time (approximately 1 day a week at either Abingdon or Witney Campus)
Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English (7 days at college for each, if required)
Off the job training will count for at least 6 hours a week of an apprentice’s time at work
Qualifications included:
AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting
Level 2 Accountants or Finance Assistant Apprenticeship
End Point Assessment:
In-tray test
Portfolio
Structured Interview
Training Outcome:
Over 80% of our apprentices continue with us in the role they have been trained for after their apprenticeship and that is just the start of their career
Employer Description:We are the largest employer in Oxfordshire with around 16,000 staff working in and around Oxford in a huge range of roles.
Our apprentices are never on their own and will benefit from a supportive environment working in collaboration with the rest of our committed team. You will also be supported by the central apprenticeship team and you will join our growing network of apprentices within the university. You will have the opportunity to become an apprenticeship ambassador for the University and region.
We will provide you with a welcoming and inclusive workplace, offering support and development opportunities that will enable you to progress and do your best work. We recognise diversity as our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, and we aspire to build a truly diverse community, which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution.Working Hours :Monday - Friday usually 9.00am - 5.00pm
You will have a fixed term contract of employment with the University of Oxford and this will range from 18-24 months depending on the department you work for.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Logical,Team working,MS Excel, Outlook and Word,Discretion / confidentiality,Time management skills....Read more...
