Total 15 Accounting / Auditing job vacancies in Conwy County, Wales

VAEKHCS is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. Together, we strive to create and maintain a working and learning environment that promotes professional growth and teamwork. We offer an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment where we celebrate our individual differences and unite as a team toward a common goal of providing outstanding service to our Nation's Veterans.

Incumbent responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Preparing, reviewing, and processing financial documents regarding purchase orders, travel authorizations, temporary receipts, payments, and miscellaneous accounting documents.
Review and necessary action in connection to daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting reports to ensure timely and accurate completion.
Ensuring accounting elements are correct on funding documents and verify compliance with VHA Financial regulations.
Reviewing and processing incoming daily Finance business.
Reviewing and clearing rejected documents in IFCAP and FMS per VHA prescribed deadline(s).
Completion of assigned reconciliations in accordance with VHA Financial regulation.
Routinely following up on undelivered purchase orders, aged payables, aged credit card orders, and aged VISTA running balance transactions to include submitting corrections and recommended actions.
Correctly documenting and processing journal vouchers, public vouchers, and other transactional Finance data.
Collecting and compiling accounting data in a meaningful reporting format, as needed.
Properly documenting and processing Agent Cashier business such as temporary receipts for cash, check or money order, collecting payment history data, customer service in relation to billing inquiries, debit vouchers, OCTNET scanning and reporting and replenishments in accordance with VHA Financial regulations.
Supporting Accountants, Chief Accountant, AFO and CFO by maintaining various support duties.
Provide assistance with obligating, Beneficial Travel inquiries, Employee Travel accommodations, Agent Cashier coverage, Accounts Payable audit, and Accounts Receivable.

Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.

Work Schedule: 8am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Accounting Technician/PD09154-A and PD09155-A
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Starting at $44,808 Per Year (GS 6-7)

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

The Game Changers:

At AP+ we're changing the game! We're doing big things, and we can't do it alone. We're part of a big ecosystem, and we know teamwork and passion for our purpose is what will make us successful. We value the unique talents, perspectives, of all our employees. This includes people of all gender identities and sexual orientations, First Nations Peoples, people of all abilities and diverse backgrounds, as well as their families.

AP+ brings together Australia’s three domestic payment providers, BPAY Group, eftpos and NPP Australia, into one integrated entity. Bringing these businesses together enables AP+ to create a more competitive and coordinated Australian payments organisation that is strategically placed to respond to the impacts of regulatory and technological change today, and into the future.

The Purpose:

The internal audit function contributes to AP+ achieving its strategic goals through high quality audit, assurance and advisory services. Joining our Internal audit team, you will play a meaningful role in improving our organisation’s operations.

Reporting to the General Manager Internal Audit, this is an exciting opportunity to join a team undergoing change.

Primary Accountabilities, Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Perform internal audits and delivery assurance and advisory services in accordance with out Internal Audit methodology and professional internal auditing standards.
• Contributing to audit strategy and planning activity, ensuring the plan is relevant to the needs of the business.
• Oversee/manage co-sourced service providers.
• Identify and assess areas of significant business risk, including emerging risks. Provide recommendations for mitigating risks and enhancing internal controls.
• Ensure that the company’s operations are compliant with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies, especially within the payments industry.
• Prepare detailed audit reports outlining audit findings, risk areas, and recommended corrective actions.
• Presentation of audit findings to various stakeholder
• Stay updated on the latest industry trends, regulatory changes, and audit methodologies. Implement best practices to enhance the internal audit function’s effectiveness.

Key Competencies and Skills: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CISA are highly desirable.
• Experience gained working alongside or overseeing co-sourced service providers.
• Must have strong audit report writing skills.
• Sound verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present at various levels.
• Forward thinking and deadline driven.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in internal auditing preferably within the financial services or payments industry.
• Familiarity with data analytics tools is a plus.
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What’s Next:
We know applying for a role can be a nerve-wracking experience, so we endeavour to review applications and plan to schedule screening interviews within the next two weeks. If you are among selected candidates, we’ll be in touch to schedule a phone interview. In any case, we will keep you posted on the status of your application.

We want to remove all barriers to inclusion so if you need advice or support with your application, we’re here to help. Please reach out to recruitment@auspayplus.com.au We also encourage you to let us know your pronouns at any point during the recruitment process.

AP+ are not partnering with Recruitment agencies for this role.

**Top quality training and a long-lasting career with a first-class firm.**

**2024 Opportunities – AVAILABLE NOW**

ABOUT TINDLES
Originally established in 1990 the firm has a respected reputation as the entrepreneur’s choice of Chartered Accountants.

Supporting SME owner managed businesses throughout the North East and UK operating in a variety of sectors and with turnovers ranging from £25,000 to £50 million, we support clients with a personal, tailored service to meet their individual needs.

TINDLES TRAINING
We recruit a select number of trainees each year. Our standards of training are recognised as being of the highest calibre and we are proud that at the end of their time with us, our trainees go on to become skilled and highly capable finance professionals.

We look to recruit the right people from the outset, with a view to them enjoying a long and fulfilling career with us.

You will be enrolled on a comprehensive and funded training programme and will be given all the support you need to complete a professional qualification, including paid study leave. Plus, you will receive expert mentoring and coaching from your managers and peers who have all started their careers where you are now.


THE ROLE
As a full-service firm, you will get exposure to all aspects of business advice, audit, and accountancy services.

From day one you will start developing key business, personal and technical skills, including:

- Preparing accounts using a variety of industry software
- Completing tax compliance returns including self-assessment tax returns and VAT
- Participating in onsite audits as part of a wider specialist team
- Advising and working closely with a range of clients from large corporations to sole traders
- Researching and preparing client presentations and reports
- Assisting within our payroll department
- Liaising with multiple stakeholders, both internal and external, to build strong and meaningful relationships.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
To start on your path to success, you will:

- Have at least 5 GCSE passes grade 6-9, including Maths and English
- Be on track to achieve or have already achieved a minimum of two B’s at A-Level or above
- Have excellent IT skills, including good working knowledge of Excel
- Legal right to work in the UK.
- Be able to work from our office in Teesside.
People are at the heart of our organisation and, for us, the personal attributes and passion of each of our employees are what makes us stand out. We value our people and in joining the Tindles family, you’ll be part of a close-knit team. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills that can be a good team player but also bring their own voice to the table. We want people with clear and logical thinking, that can work in a fast-paced environment, working to deadlines with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

GOOD TO KNOW
We are committed to building a representative and inclusive workplace and we welcome diversity of age, backgrounds, and beliefs. We ensure all colleagues are treated fairly, with respect and have the opportunity to reach their full potential.

- Competitive salary
- Company pension scheme
- Opportunities for learning and development including external qualifications
- Paid study leave
- Fully funded study materials and fees
- Paid professional subscriptions, memberships and events
- Access to Tindles Learning Library and Resources
- Regular social events
- Frequent charity events
- Networking opportunities
- On site parking and good transport links
- In-office perks

Get to know us before you apply - visit our website at: tindles.co.uk or follow us on social media for all the latest updates.


HOW TO APPLY?
If you feel you are the right fit for our firm please forward your CV, together with a short covering letter, to Angela Foster via email: recruitment@tindles.co.uk

**An exciting NEW opportunity to play a valuable role within a first-class firm.**

**Accepting applications at the earliest opportunity!**

ABOUT TINDLES

Originally established in 1990 the firm has a respected reputation as the entrepreneur’s choice of Chartered Accountants.

Supporting SME owner managed businesses throughout the North East and UK operating in a variety of sectors and with turnovers ranging from £25,000 to £50 million, we support clients with a personal, tailored service to meet their individual needs.


THE ROLE

We are expanding and seeking to recruit an Audit & Accounts Senior who wishes to develop their career in a highly technical and commercial environment.

Main duties and responsibilities include:

- Providing high quality professional services to a range of clients including management accounting, business planning, commercial management and general business advice.
- Providing high quality compliance services including audit, financial reporting and taxation.
- Providing on-site support for our audit clients to include planning, day to day managing of workload and liaising with clients.
- Building trusted relationships with clients and third parties.
- Some assignments may require travel as you work more closely with some of your audit clients.


APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

- The ideal candidate will have experience working in practice with exposure to audit, ideally 2-5 years
- Be professionally qualified ACA or ACCA
- Have excellent IT skills, including good working knowledge of Excel
- Legal right to work in the UK
- Be able to work from our office in Teesside

People are at the heart of our organisation and, for us, the personal attributes and passion of each of our employees are what makes us stand out. We value our people and in joining the Tindles family, you’ll be part of a close-knit team. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills that can be a good team player but also bring their own voice to the table. We want people with clear and logical thinking, that can work in a fast-paced environment, working to deadlines with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

GOOD TO KNOW

We are committed to building a representative and inclusive workplace and we welcome diversity of age, backgrounds, and beliefs. We ensure all colleagues are treated fairly, with respect and have the opportunity to reach their full potential.

- Competitive salary
- Company pension scheme
- Opportunities for learning and development
- Paid professional subscriptions, memberships and events
- Access to Tindles Learning Library and Resources
- Regular social events
- Frequent charity events
- Networking opportunities
- On site parking and good transport links
- In-office perks

Get to know us before you apply - visit our website at: tindles.co.uk or follow us on social media for all the latest updates.


HOW TO APPLY?

If you feel you are the right fit for our firm please forward your CV, together with a short covering letter, to Angela Foster via email: recruitment@tindles.co.uk

Your new company
You will work for a specialised wholesale company based in Derry. This company is an established business operating in Ireland and the UK for over 100 years with recent expansion into Europe.


Your new role
As the Accounting Technician, you will report to the Managing Director and your responsibilities will include: preparation and management of monthly invoicing and supplier payment cycles, monthly payroll ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations, preparation of financial statements, support in financial analysis and reporting, assisting with year-end audit, preparation of statutory accounts, assist with the preparation of budgets and forecasts and providing ad-hoc support to Senior Management when required.


What you'll need to succeed

• An Accounting Technician qualification or similar
• 2 years experience in a similar role
• Sound knowledge of financial accounting principlesStrong IT skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and own initiative and a good team player

What you'll get in return
You will work for a leading business on a full-time permanent basis, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm with an hour lunch break. You will be awarded a competitive salary based on experience, 30 days holidays and an annual bonus based on performance. You will work directly with the Senior Leadership team and have good career progression. Other benefits include: company pension, free on-site parking, contributory private health scheme, support with training and continued professional development.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
You will work for a leading, dynamic accountancy firm based in Derry City Centre. A mid-tier firm with a low staff turnover that offers excellent career progression opportunities.

Your new role
As Audit Manager, you will play a crucial role in the practice overseeing and managing audit engagements from planning through to completion. You will manage a portfolio of clients having responsibility for agreeing audit timetables, briefing the audit team, monitoring budgets and supervising the audit process. Your responsibilities will include: overseeing audit assistants' work, ensuring compliance with client and statutory audit requirements, ensuring the effective and timely delivery of engagements, overseeing and directing the budgeting, planning, co-ordination and control of engagements in accordance with client and statutory audit methodology, ensuring effective service delivery. Directing, coaching and mentoring assistant managers to assist them in the effective delivery of engagements and the direction of juniors, ensuring cost-effective, timely completion and effective service delivery to the required standard on each audit, nurturing and building relationships with clients, business departments and staff, for the sharing of information and to identify and progress current and future audit requirements.


What you'll need to succeed

• Strong understanding of audit standards and regulatory requirements
• At least 5-7 years experience working in audit
• Ability to manage your own team and liaise with senior management and a range of stakeholders at all levels
• Excellent insight and integrity
• Excellent analytical and IT skills
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and schedules
• Effective communication skills

What you'll get in return
You will work for a leading accountancy firm in a senior level position. You will work strictly to office hours, Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm; hybrid work is also available. You will be offered a competitive salary based on your experience.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

A globally outstanding centre of teaching and research excellence, a warm and friendly place to work, a unique and historic setting - Durham is a university like no other.

As one of the UK's leading universities, Durham is an incredible place to define your career. The University is located within a beautiful historic city, home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and surrounded by stunning countryside. Our talented scholars and researchers from around the world are tackling global issues and making a difference to people's lives.  

We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things in the world. Being a part of Durham is about more than just the success of the University, it's also about contributing to the success of the city, county and community.

Our University Strategy is built on three pillars of research, education and wider student experience, but also on our keen sense of community and of inspiring others to achieve their potential. 

The Department of Accounting at Durham University seeks to appoint a talented individual to the role of Assistant Professor (Research and Education). The Department is QS ranked 76th worldwide, 13th in the UK. We welcome applications from those with research and education interests in the broad field of accounting and we are particularly eager to hear from applicants who can demonstrate an interest in our three strategic themes of digitalisation, sustainability and public accountability.

This post offers an exciting opportunity to make a major contribution to the development of internationally excellent research and teaching while allowing you unrivalled opportunities to progress and embed your career in an exciting and progressive institution. For more information, please visit our department pages.

The Department has close links to two research centres. These are the Ethical Finance Accountability and Governance (EFAG) centre which focuses on sustainability and sustainable development goals, and the International Centre of Public Accountability (ICOPA) which focuses upon public accountability. In addition, the Durham Rutgers Accounting Analytics Network (DRAAN) sits within the Department which focuses on data analytics and artificial intelligence.

Assistant Professors (Research and Education) are encouraged to focus on quality and innovation throughout their teaching and research activity but will also be asked to provide genuine citizenship - not just in your field, but across the University environment, and in the way the Department functions administratively.

The successful applicant will have the freedom to deliver teaching and pursue research that is world leading and world changing, in terms of originality, significance and rigour and will be supported in their ambitions to publish internationally significant research in their area of interest. The Department will also provide resources to enable the successful candidate to attend conferences and fund research activity.

We strive to provide a working and teaching environment that is inclusive and welcoming and where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate these key principles as part of the assessment process.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

A globally outstanding centre of teaching and research excellence, a warm and friendly place to work, a unique and historic setting - Durham is a university like no other.

As one of the UK's leading universities, Durham is an incredible place to define your career. The University is located within a beautiful historic city, home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and surrounded by stunning countryside. Our talented scholars and researchers from around the world are tackling global issues and making a difference to people's lives.  

We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things in the world. Being a part of Durham is about more than just the success of the University, it's also about contributing to the success of the city, county and community.

Our University Strategy is built on three pillars of research, education and wider student experience, but also on our keen sense of community and of inspiring others to achieve their potential. 

The Department of Accounting at Durham University seeks to appoint a talented individual to the role of Associate Professor (Education). The Department is QS ranked 76th worldwide, 13th in the UK. We welcome applications from those with education interests in the broad field of accounting and we are particularly eager to hear from applicants who can demonstrate an interest in our three strategic themes of digitalisation, sustainability and public accountability.

This post offers an exciting opportunity to make a major contribution to the development of internationally excellent teaching while allowing you unrivalled opportunities to progress and embed your career in an exciting and progressive institution. For more information, please visit our department pages.

Associate Professors are encouraged to focus on quality and innovation throughout their teaching activity but we will also look to you to provide genuine citizenship - not just in your field, but across the University environment and in the way the Department functions administratively.

Applicants must demonstrate teaching excellence in the field of accounting, with the ability to take a leading role in the use of innovative teaching mechanisms whilst fully engaging in the services, citizenship and values of the University.

We strive to provide a working and teaching environment that is inclusive and welcoming and where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate these key principles as part of the assessment process.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Who we are:

FleetPartners Group is an ASX 300 listed financial services, vehicle management, and employee benefits company. We are an organisation where 98% of all team members believe that their manager genuinely cares about their well-being and feels valued. We also help everyday Australians to maximise their salary by administering employee benefit programs and help them to get into the car of their dreams.

We have a strong company culture that values our people and are proud to present you with this opportunity to join our team. We support all types and sizes of businesses to acquire and effectively manage their vehicles, with over 93,000 vehicles currently under management. 

Our Promise

FleetPartners Group is an equal opportunities employer; therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Who we’re looking for:

The Internal Audit Manager reports to the Head of Non-Financial Risk and is a key component of the Group’s risk management strategy. This is a hands-on role, which requires a high level of versatility. Collaborating internally and externally where required, the Internal Audit Manager will aim to deliver a well-balanced assurance program, using audit evidence and Risk forums to help implement process change, enabling achievement of the company’s strategic plan.

What you’ll be doing:

The key responsibilities of the role include:

• Leading the end to end Internal Audit function to achieve balanced, commercial and value-adding assurance outcomes, to continuously improve adherence to the FleetPartners Risk Appetite Statement and Risk Management Strategy
• Contributing to audit strategy and planning activity, ensuring the plan is relevant to the needs of the business
• Developing effective stakeholder relationships at all levels in all areas of the business, including relevant third parties
• Delivering the day-to-day completion of audit activity in line with the Internal Audit Framework, including robust investigation, review and validation of wing-to-wing processes and control points, performing in-depth Test of Control (ToC) and Test of Effectiveness (ToE) exercises as evidence and clearly articulating audit findings and recommendations in a factual and insightful audit reports
• Provide independent and objective assurance over key business processes in accordance with the audit plan and key control testing plan or as directed by the Executive or the Board
• Support the Group in proactively and regularly reviewing business processes for continuous improvement, including documenting and reviewing processes and controls to ensure key risks are mitigated
• Monitor recommended and agreed remediation actions and follow-up as necessary to ensure risks are effectively addressed
• Preparation and Communication of audit status updates to key stakeholders, including status of open audit actions

• Be familiar with all enterprise system capabilities relevant to the Internal Audit function

• Practicable experience in Internal Audit, ideally within the fleet leasing industry, however strong candidates from risk advisory or broader financial services or banking sectors will also be considered
• Tertiary qualification or equivalent in audit and / or risk management disciplines, with demonstration of a strong understanding of corporate governance, risk management and assurance
• Experience with identifying, documenting and assessing risk and controls within the first, second or third line
• Strong understanding of Regulatory Compliance and Operational Risks impacting the fleet leasing industry
• Excellent attention to detail, presentation and communication skills
• Ability to think on your feet, self-motivated, forward thinking who thrives when collaborating with others to continuously improve the way we work
• Highly organised and energetic with excellent time management capabilities

We offer:

• We are always developing our benefits for our staff, this includes up to 27 days annual leave, flu jabs, corporate discounts and hybrid working arrangements.
• We like to see our team grow, develop and succeed at FleetPartners; therefore, we pride ourselves with providing promotion and secondment opportunities.
• We like our team to enjoy their working environment and culture, we do this by quarterly recognition awards, office/ external events and by celebrating our core C-A-R-E values.

 Next Steps

If you are successful in your application, then we will be in touch with you soon.

Offer of employment with FleetPartners Group is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

Awards

Top 101 Australian Workplaces for Women 2024

Certified carbon neutral fleet organisation

WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality

Work180 Endorsed Employer for Women

Supply Nation member

“Everyday they’re helping people, and I get to make sure nothing stands in their way.”

• Are you a Junior Lawyer, Paralegal or Legal Secretary looking for a new challenge where your skills and experience are highly valuable?
• Work for a culture that values its Employees
• Fulltime, hybrid

ABOUT LEAP
LEAP is the leading provider of Legal Practice Productivity Solutions in the world and is part of ATI – one of the largest international LegalTech companies. For more than 30 years, our curiosity and commitment to continual improvement has kept us reimagining productivity tools for lawyers and their staff to support our guiding purpose, to ‘Help lawyers who help people’. The market leading software we develop and support is used by more than 100,000 lawyers and their staff in small and medium sized law firms.

Working alongside our international team of passionate high achievers, you’ll join a fast-growing technology business where things seldom stay the same for long. With more than 1000 smart, caring and ambitious ‘LEAPsters’ working together across Australia, Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, Poland and New Zealand, you’ll find yourself in good company here.

MEET THE TEAM
Help is at the heart of everything we do at LEAP and no one knows that better than the friendly faces and voices of our invaluable Client Support Team.

Reporting to the Helpdesk Manager, you will build your product knowledge by resolving product, software and related environmental issues as reported by our clients in a high-volume, transactional environment.

Our entire team are passionate, driven, customer focused consultants that strive to provide world class services to our clients, who thrive on improving the customer experience as well as driving internal efficiencies

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Provide excellent customer service whilst resolving LEAP product queries in an accurate and timely manner
• Answer general client software and hardware queries
• Action inbound and outbound calls as assigned to achieve daily KPIs
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve application issues
• Capture notes using standard notes template in CRM, including recording detailed information for all calls requiring further escalation
• Maintain LEAP software knowledge against the capability matrix

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Qualifications (or progressing towards qualifications) in accounting or law
• A proven record and passion for providing excellent customer service (preferably within a professional services environment)
• Proven ability to manage high-volume, transactional calls
• Competent in MS Office
• Proven ability to problem-solve
• Demonstrated ability to learn new skills
• Experience within a help desk or call centre environment (desired, but not essential)

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE REALLY GOOD AT

• Applied learning – assimilating and applying new job-related information in a timely manner
• Communication – clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message
• Managing work (includes time management) – effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
• Building customer loyalty – effectively meeting customer needs; building productive customer relationships; taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty
• Technical / professional knowledge and skills – having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise

As this is a permanent role it will only be open to candidates with Australian Permanent residency or Citizenship.

• Friendly, supportive, and driven culture
• Complimentary gym membership
• Fully stocked pantry
• Monthly massages
• Break out area and sporting activities
• Monthly celebrations for birthdays, work anniversaries, new joiners
• Generous Parental Leave benefits
• One additional paid "Be Me" leave day per year to celebrate being you!
• Opportunity to participate in our Employee Share Scheme

LIFE at LEAP

LEAP is all about impact, growth and ownership. We’re united by a genuine passion for what we do, enriched by the care we show to our customers and each other and driven by the difference we can make together.

LEAPster culture is about prioritising and celebrating the incredible humans behind our market-leading technology. Think performance-driven remuneration incentives, flexible hybrid work, a world-leading Parenting Policy, regular social events, free gym membership and so much more.

At LEAP, we promote equal opportunity. Creating a culture of diversity and inclusion not only promotes innovation but we believe is the right way to do business. Our LEAPsters bring different cultures, genders and perspectives to their days and we wouldn't have it any other way. We welcome and encourage you to apply, no matter who you are or how you identify.

…unless you are representing a third-party agency. Thanks for thinking of us, but we will not review any CVs from external recruitment agencies.

SOUND LIKE A JOB YOU WERE BORN TO DO? WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU AND CAN'T WAIT TO RECEIVE YOUR APPLICATION!

More you should know

Discover the human side of cutting edge LegalTech.

At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. We are actively recruiting Audit professionals at the Manager and Senior Manager level to join our Audit team in Sydney. Our Auditor opportunities are offered on a flexible full-time or part-time basis. You'll help our clients meet their reporting requirements by accurately reporting on financial statements and providing meaningful insights into accounting and reporting matters. In return, you can expect leading-edge learning and development tailored to your unique interests and motivations. You'll be given all the skills, knowledge and opportunities to progress and become ready to build a better working world for our people, our clients and the communities that support us. Your key responsibilities Manage the audit engagement by defining audit strategy, in consultation with the Senior Manager / Partner, and executing it in compliance with our policies and protocols Effectively manage the Audit process with appropriate consideration of audit risk issues and accounting technical matters Lead and manage fieldwork on clients' sites including liaising with other departments to ensure the smooth delivery of the Audit process Expertise in accounting frameworks (IFRS) and in related financial reporting matters Skills and attributes for success To qualify for the role, you must have: Proven experience in delivering external audit and assurance engagements Experience leading the planning, execution and reporting on audits Proven track record with developing and maintaining client relationships Excellent communication and negotiation skills and a collaborative approach to management SOX experience / US GAAP Ideally, you'll also have: At least 7 years' experience as an auditor A strong academic record, including a degree and progress towards/completion of a recognised accounting qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA) Responsibilities, Qualifications, Certifications - External What we can offer you Explore how a career at EY is yours to build at www.ey.com/au/careerdevelopment Discover how, when and where you can work at www.ey.com/au/flexibility Learn about our commitment to DE&I at www.ey.com/au/diversity-inclusiveness Understand how our benefits can support you, including 26 weeks gender neutral paid parental leavewww.ey.com/au/benefits At EY, you'll be rewarded and recognised based on your performance and our comprehensive benefits package can be tailored to your individual needs. We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process in order to equitably participate, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via contactrecruitment@au.ey.com or phone +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). We understand the importance of social distancing at this time so our recruitment and onboarding process may be managed virtually so we can continue to prioritise the safety and wellbeing of EY people, clients, guests and the broader public. The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

A globally outstanding centre of teaching and research excellence, a warm and friendly place to work, a unique and historic setting - Durham is a university like no other.

As one of the UK's leading universities, Durham is an incredible place to define your career. The University is located within a beautiful historic city, home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and surrounded by stunning countryside. Our talented scholars and researchers from around the world are tackling global issues and making a difference to people's lives.  

We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things in the world. Being a part of Durham is about more than just the success of the University, it's also about contributing to the success of the city, county and community.

Our University Strategy is built on three pillars of research, education and wider student experience, but also on our keen sense of community and of inspiring others to achieve their potential. 

The Department of Accounting at Durham University seeks to appoint a talented individual to the role of Professor (Research and Education). The Department is QS ranked 76th worldwide, 13th in the UK. We welcome applications from those with research and education interests in the broad field of accounting and we are particularly eager to hear from applicants who can demonstrate an interest in our three strategic themes of digitalisation, sustainability and public accountability.

This post offers an exciting opportunity to make a major contribution to the development of internationally excellent research and teaching while allowing you unrivalled opportunities to progress and embed your career in an exciting and progressive institution. For more information, please visit our department pages.

The Department has close links to two research centres. These are the Ethical Finance Accountability and Governance (EFAG) centre which focuses on sustainability and sustainable development goals, and the International Centre of Public Accountability (ICOPA) which focuses upon public accountability. In addition, the Durham Rutgers Accounting Analytics Network (DRAAN) sits within the Department which focuses on data analytics and artificial intelligence.

Professors are encouraged to focus on quality and innovation throughout your teaching and research activity. But we'll also look to you to provide genuine leadership and citizenship - not just in your field, but across the University environment, and in the way your department functions administratively.

Academic colleagues will have the freedom to deliver teaching and pursue research that is world leading and world changing, in terms of originality, significance and rigour. And we'll support your ambitions to publish internationally significant research in your area of interest, provide resources to enable you to attend conferences and to fund research activity.

Applicants must demonstrate research excellence in the field of accounting, with the ability to take a leading role in the development of the Department's research and teaching, and to fully engage in the services, citizenship and values of the University.

We strive to provide a working and teaching environment that is inclusive and welcoming and where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate these key principles as part of the assessment process.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

 We are currently seeking a talented individual to join our North Sydney based Finance team as an Internal Audit Manager. This part-time (4 days) role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of our organisation whilst enjoying a hybrid work arrangement. 

The role 

At GWA, we take pride in fostering a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. As an ASX listed industry leader, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of governance, risk management, and internal controls.

Reporting to our Group Chief Financial Officer, as the Internal Audit Manager, you will play a pivotal role in providing assurance and guidance to our Management, Executive Leadership Team (ELT), and Board focusing on risk management, business processes, and controls. With responsibility for reviewing and providing recommendations to improve the GWA control environment (including processes and systems to improve their efficiencies and effectiveness), this position is designed to support GWA across all geographies and business brands.

Key Responsibilities 

Design and Implementation of Audit Plans

You will develop risk-based annual and three-year audit plans, ensuring a balance between financial, compliance, performance, and operational reviews which will incorporate input from key stakeholders, including our ELT, outsourced IA provider, and the GWA Audit & Risk Committee.

Audit Management

You will be responsible for establishing audit objectives and scopes of work, communicating them to the Internal Audit team and relevant stakeholders, and obtaining approval from the relevant senior GWA stakeholders in order to progress. You will manage internal audit resources, including both internal and outsourced teams, ensuring tasks are appropriately assigned, monitored and completed.

Technology Integration

Utilising data mining and data analytics where applicable to detect fraudulent or unusual transactions in financial statements, you will develop a deep understanding of GWA’s technology systems to identify improvements and audit action points.

Continuous Improvement

We will expect you to keep updated regarding changes in internal audit standards and best practices. In addition, you will conduct interviews with management and staff to identify best practices and align them with business standards, GWA policies, and regulatory requirements.

Reporting and Communication

You will prepare comprehensive reports highlighting control weaknesses, risks, implications, and recommendations for process improvements. You will also discuss your findings with line management and ELT members, gaining commitment to agreed-upon actions.

Budget Management

You will be responsible for overseeing the overall Internal Audit budget, including the component related to our external providers. You will ensure accurate reporting, correct accruals, and preparation of budgets/forecasts as required.

Stakeholder Collaboration

You will liaise closely with our outsourced IA provider, GWA Group Financial Controller, and GWA Group CFO to ensure the timely delivery of the audit plan. You will hold all parties accountable for meeting agreed-upon deliverables in terms of quality, timing, and cost.

Leadership and Team Development

You will lead, coach, and motivate both internal and outsourced audit teams, ensuring high performance, delivery, and engagement whilst fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.

 Skills and experience

Our ideal candidate will have aminimum 8 years in an internal/external audit role with experience in planning, coordinating, and executing a global audit function, plus: 

• Proven experience in internal audit management, with a focus on risk management, controls, and IT systems.
• People/team management experience
• You will be highly commercially minded with the ability to apply your knowledge and experience in a practical manner with a focus on positive business outcomes.
• You will have strong stakeholder management skills with the confidence and gravitas to undertake and lead negotiations to achieve the best risk mitigation result for GWA.
• A flexible, solutions focused mindset with the ability to understand and adapt to the shifting and competing priorities of the business, whilst keeping on task and on schedule.
• Experience using data mining and analytics would be beneficial.
• Professional qualifications such as CPA/CA/Internal Audit qualifications and a Business-related degree
• Ability to influence and communicate with all levels and seniorities of stakeholder.
• Understanding of continuous improvement principles.
• Experience using MS Dynamics 365 would be beneficial.

 Candidates who have previous experience working in a Co-Source environment will be highly regarded.

If you are passionate about internal audit, have a keen eye for detail, and thrive in a dynamic culture, we invite you to apply.

 What’s on offer?

Aside from a supportive, collaborative culture where you’ll be set up for success and know that you’re making a real difference from day one, we’ll also offer you:

• Hybrid working options
• Competitive remuneration and bonus structures
• An immersive onboarding program to set you up for success
• Opportunities to learn and grow through our Learning & Development programs
• Paid parental leave program
• 'Great Rewards’ program - exclusive access to discounts and cashback rewards at your favourite stores
• ‘Bathrooms & More’ program - great discounts on a wide range of our products
• Volunteer and Community Service Leave
• Option to purchase additional annual leave

As well as other great benefits like discounted health insurance, financial advice, annual flu vaccinations, access to a range of online fitness programs via our Wellbeing Centre...and much more!

What’s it like to work with us?

Culture is key for us, and our people come from a variety of backgrounds and industries. We all share a common purpose of bringing to life all three of our cultural pillars: We are Customer Focused; We are One Team and We Care For Each Other. Our passion and dedication are evident in how we work together to ensure everyone achieves our goals and that we all play in a role in making GWA a great place to work.

Our success is driven by a global team that share a passion to be the trusted and integrated solutions partner in the delivery of sustainable water solutions for bathrooms, kitchens, and laundries.

GWA is on a journey from Good to Great, and we are looking for people who are excited by change and want to make a difference. We care for each other and encourage people to take the lead to deliver superior solutions for our customers and consumers.

Our purpose

Since 1886, the experts at GWA have designed innovative, high-quality products for homes and offices. We have market leading, iconic brands including Caroma, Methven, Dorf and Clark.

As an ASX listed company, at GWA our purpose is to make everyday water experiences extraordinary. Water scarcity affects all communities and given that our consumers enjoy experiencing our products every day, we are proud to help save millions of litres of water each year.

Join us

Build your career with us and work with great people, great brands and a business with a history of strong growth. All you need to do is hit the apply button and be part of a company that is focused on delivering great customer experiences!  For more information, please contact Emma Mahoney, Talent Acquisition Manager (emahoney@gwagroup.com)

GWA Group does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, colour, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.  We welcome and encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent. 

Don't let a perceived lack of experience hold you back – we value passion, potential, and a willingness to learn. Join our team and seize the opportunity to grow and excel in a supportive and dynamic environment!

You must be a citizen, permanent resident or hold all the relevant employment visas and other approvals for the location of this position to apply for this role.

Please note that we are not accepting applications from agencies at this time. 

“Everyday they’re helping people, and I get to make sure nothing stands in their way.”

• Are you a Junior Lawyer, Paralegal or Legal Secretary looking for a new challenge where your skills and experience are highly valuable?
• Work for a culture that values its Employees
• Fulltime, hybrid

ABOUT LEAP
LEAP is the leading provider of Legal Practice Productivity Solutions in the world and is part of ATI – one of the largest international LegalTech companies. For more than 30 years, our curiosity and commitment to continual improvement has kept us reimagining productivity tools for lawyers and their staff to support our guiding purpose, to ‘Help lawyers who help people’. The market leading software we develop and support is used by more than 100,000 lawyers and their staff in small and medium sized law firms.

Working alongside our international team of passionate high achievers, you’ll join a fast-growing technology business where things seldom stay the same for long. With more than 1000 smart, caring and ambitious ‘LEAPsters’ working together across Australia, Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, Poland and New Zealand, you’ll find yourself in good company here.

MEET THE TEAM
Help is at the heart of everything we do at LEAP and no one knows that better than the friendly faces and voices of our invaluable Client Support Team.

Reporting to the Helpdesk Manager, you will build your product knowledge by resolving product, software and related environmental issues as reported by our clients in a high-volume, transactional environment.

Our entire team are passionate, driven, customer focused consultants that strive to provide world class services to our clients, who thrive on improving the customer experience as well as driving internal efficiencies

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Provide excellent customer service whilst resolving LEAP product queries in an accurate and timely manner
• Answer general client software and hardware queries
• Action inbound and outbound calls as assigned to achieve daily KPIs
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve application issues
• Capture notes using standard notes template in CRM, including recording detailed information for all calls requiring further escalation
• Maintain LEAP software knowledge against the capability matrix

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Qualifications (or progressing towards qualifications) in accounting or law
• A proven record and passion for providing excellent customer service (preferably within a professional services environment)
• Proven ability to manage high-volume, transactional calls
• Competent in MS Office
• Proven ability to problem-solve
• Demonstrated ability to learn new skills
• Experience within a help desk or call centre environment (desired, but not essential)

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE REALLY GOOD AT

• Applied learning – assimilating and applying new job-related information in a timely manner
• Communication – clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message
• Managing work (includes time management) – effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
• Building customer loyalty – effectively meeting customer needs; building productive customer relationships; taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty
• Technical / professional knowledge and skills – having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise

As this is a permanent role it will only be open to candidates with Australian Permanent residency or Citizenship.

• Friendly, supportive, and driven culture
• Complimentary gym membership
• Fully stocked pantry
• Monthly massages
• Break out area and sporting activities
• Monthly celebrations for birthdays, work anniversaries, new joiners
• Generous Parental Leave benefits
• One additional paid "Be Me" leave day per year to celebrate being you!
• Opportunity to participate in our Employee Share Scheme

LIFE at LEAP

LEAP is all about impact, growth and ownership. We’re united by a genuine passion for what we do, enriched by the care we show to our customers and each other and driven by the difference we can make together.

LEAPster culture is about prioritising and celebrating the incredible humans behind our market-leading technology. Think performance-driven remuneration incentives, flexible hybrid work, a world-leading Parenting Policy, regular social events, free gym membership and so much more.

At LEAP, we promote equal opportunity. Creating a culture of diversity and inclusion not only promotes innovation but we believe is the right way to do business. Our LEAPsters bring different cultures, genders and perspectives to their days and we wouldn't have it any other way. We welcome and encourage you to apply, no matter who you are or how you identify.

…unless you are representing a third-party agency. Thanks for thinking of us, but we will not review any CVs from external recruitment agencies.

SOUND LIKE A JOB YOU WERE BORN TO DO? WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU AND CAN'T WAIT TO RECEIVE YOUR APPLICATION!

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