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Accounting & Finance

At Kennedy Pearce, our Accounting & Finance division delivers a bespoke, forward-thinking approach to recruitment. We specialise in connecting top-tier finance professionals—both qualified and non-qualified—to interim and permanent roles across two key sectors: Financial Services and Commerce & Industry.Tailored to meet your unique needs, our team is structured to support both candidates and clients every step of the way:For Candidates: We leverage deep industry insight to align your CV, strengths, and career goals—including your hybrid and flexible working preferences—with high-impact roles from transactional through to senior qualifiedFor Employers: Whether you're seeking top talent for contract fill-ins, long-term hires, or executive-level finance positions, our consultants are equipped to find the right professionals to enhance your team’s performance .What sets us apart is our personalised recruitment model—every placement is handled with care and precision. We ensure the perfect fit for both individuals and organisations, covering the full spectrum from day-to-day accounting to strategic financial leadership.​

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Technology & Digital

At Kennedy Pearce, our Technology & Digital division specialises in bridging the gap between exceptional tech and digital talent and forward-thinking organisations. Whether you're a software engineer, digital marketer, product manager, UX/UI designer, data scientist, or IT & infrastructure specialist, we connect you with opportunities in both Commercial and Financial Services landscapes.For CandidatesPersonalised Role Matching – We take the time to understand your skillset, tech stack, aspirations, and workplace preferences (including hybrid or remote options).Profile Enhancement – We help sharpen your CV, LinkedIn, and online presence—making you stand out in a crowded digital talent market.Interview & Tech Prep – From technical testing to scenario-based interviews, we equip you with role-specific insights and feedback.For EmployersTalent on Demand – Finding skilled tech professionals, project-based contractors, or strategic hires? We leverage our expanding digital candidate pool to find the perfect match.Market Insight – Based on live trends in remote work, contract-to-hire, salary bands, and emerging technologies, we guide hiring strategies tailored to your business needs.Ongoing Support – From negotiations to onboarding, we act as a trusted partner ensuring long-term success for both client and candidate.

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operations

Banking Operations

Our Banking Operations team takes a tailored and proactive approach to placing top-tier professionals across the full spectrum of banking operations. Whether your focus is investment banking, retail banking, asset management, wealth management, private equity, broking, or insurance, we connect candidates and clients with precision and care.For CandidatesCustomised role matching — We take the time to understand not just your technical skills and experience, but also your aspirations and preferred working environment—whether that’s front-to-back operations, KYC/AML, payment desks, or transaction monitoring.Career enhancement — We support you with interview preparation, CV and LinkedIn optimisations, and helpful market insights so you step into every opportunity with confidence.Efficient, respectful process — From initial approach to offer and onboarding, we provide transparent, timely feedback and advocate for your best interests throughout.For EmployersComprehensive operational talent access — From junior administrators to senior ops leads and middle office specialists, we source professionals who understand the complexities of modern banking environments.Insight-led guidance — You benefit from our deep visibility into hiring trends, salary benchmarks, regulatory requirements, and emerging priorities—as a collaborative partner, not just a supplier.End-to-end support — Whether you’re scaling your team or filling niche roles, we manage the recruitment cycle—from talent mapping to media outreach, candidate screening, hiring support, and smooth onboarding.

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risk

Risk & Compliance

We connect exceptional risk and compliance professionals with forward-thinking financial institutions across London and the UK.Our Risk & Compliance division specialises in sourcing top-tier professionals who protect businesses, uphold regulatory standards, and navigate an evolving risk landscape. We partner with banks, asset managers, fintechs, and insurance firms to meet critical hiring needs across financial, operational, credit, market, and regulatory compliance functions.For CandidatesExpert guidance — Whether you're a risk analyst, compliance associate, MLRO, or CRO, we take time to understand your expertise, values, and long-term goals.Market insight — We offer tailored advice on salary expectations, industry trends, and evolving regulatory requirements to help you make informed career decisions.Supportive process — From CV guidance to interview preparation, we act as trusted advisors throughout your job search.For EmployersSpecialist talent pool — We maintain strong networks across all areas of risk and compliance, including conduct risk, prudential risk, operational resilience, monitoring, advisory, financial crime, and regulatory change.Quality-driven recruitment — Our team delivers carefully vetted candidates with the technical skillset and cultural fit to meet your specific business needs.Trusted partnership — We work as an extension of your team, offering honest market feedback, salary benchmarking, and efficient end-to-end hiring support.​

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  • Accounts Payable Assistant

    £35000 - £40000 per annum

    Wembley

    Contract

    Global Media Organisation seeks an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their team on a contract basis located in West London. The Accounts Payable Assistant is responsible for processing and managing the company's invoices, payments, expenses, and vendor accounts accurately and on time. The Accounts Payable Assistant will process high volumes of invoices and create strong relationships with key stakeholders. Duties of the Accounts Payable Assistant include: Process and verify invoices, expense claims, and purchase orders in a timely manner. Ensure accurate coding of invoices and proper authorisation according to company policies. Prepare and process payments via bank transfers, cheques, or other approved methods. Manage the urgent payment report and remittance notifications to suppliers. Support management accountant with bank reconciliation discrepancies. Maintain and reconcile vendor accounts, resolving discrepancies or disputes promptly. Identify and chase for missing invoices ahead of time. Manage Accounts Payable Inbox and allocating supplier requests across the team on a daily basis. Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payments, credits, or account statements in a timely manner. Perform due diligence checks and setup new supplier accounts. Support data cleansing of the accounts payable ledger. Complete with month-end closing activities, including accruals and supplier statement reconciliations. Maintain organised records of invoices, payments, and supporting documentation. Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and tax regulations. Support the finance team with ad hoc administrative and accounting tasks as required. Consistently improve internal accounts payable processes Skills & Qualifications required for the Accounts Payable Assistant include: 4 years plus accounts payable experience within an accounts payable department. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Strong attention to detail Previously worked in a high processing environment

  • Financial Controller

    £70000 - £80000 per annum + 28 days holiday, pension, healthcare

    Epping

    Permanent

    We're partnering with a well-established, privately owned SME in manufacturing to recruit a qualified Financial Controller (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). This is a hands-on, office-based role, reporting to the Finance Director and leading a small finance team. The role offers a salary of £70K-£80K and standard office hours of 8:30am - 5:30pm, Monday to Friday. What you'll do: Own month-end close, management accounts, and reporting Oversee cashflow, payroll, VAT, stock, and FX payments Lead, develop, and support a small finance team Drive process improvements and efficiencies Liaise with auditors and ensure statutory compliance What we're looking for: Qualified accountant with manufacturing experience Proactive, detail-oriented, and strong technical knowledge Excellent communicator and team leader Please contact Tom at KennedyPearce Consulting to discuss this job opportunity in further detail.

  • Payroller

    £40000 - £45000 per annum + bonus

    London

    Permanent

    Payroll Specialist - Luxury Travel Business £45,000 | London | Hybrid Working Are you an experienced payroll professional looking to join a fast‑growing, high‑end travel brand? Our client, a leading name in the luxury travel sector, is seeking a Payroll Specialist to take ownership of their payroll operations while contributing to key systems development and testing projects. The Company This world‑class travel business is known for creating extraordinary, bespoke experiences for clients across the globe. With a reputation for excellence, innovation, and exceptional service, they are continuing to scale and invest heavily in both people and technology. Joining now means becoming part of an energetic, supportive team in a business that truly values its employees. The Role As the Payroll Specialist, you will manage end‑to‑end payroll while also playing a hands‑on role in system enhancements, UAT testing, and process improvements. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment where accuracy, efficiency, and a passion for continuous improvement are key. Key Responsibilities: Manage end‑to‑end monthly payroll for UK employees Ensure accuracy and compliance with HMRC regulations and internal policies Maintain employee records, starters/leavers, and payroll changes Work closely with HR and Finance to resolve payroll queries Support payroll system upgrades, enhancements, and data validation Lead and contribute to UAT (User Acceptance Testing) and process testing Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes and improve controls Assist with reporting, audit preparation, and ad-hoc project work About You You will be: An experienced payroll professional with strong technical knowledge Comfortable managing payrolls accurately and independently Experienced in systems testing, UAT, or supporting payroll system changes Confident with payroll software and Excel Detail‑oriented, organised, and proactive Able to communicate clearly with stakeholders at all levels Experience within travel, hospitality, or consumer industries is a bonus but not essential. What's on Offer £45,000 salary Hybrid working Opportunity to contribute to exciting systems and transformation projects Supportive culture and a passionate, people‑focused business Travel discounts and excellent company benefits

  • Commercial Finance Manager

    £75000 - £85000 per annum + bonus, hybrid working, PMI

    London

    Permanent

    Commercial Finance Manager - London Reports to: CFO High‑growth consumer brand | Global footprint | Hybrid working Are you a commercially minded finance professional who thrives in fast‑paced, international environments? This is an opportunity to join a rapidly scaling consumer goods brand as their Commercial Finance Manager - a role with real influence, autonomy, and visibility across the entire organisation. You'll act as a key business partner to Sales, Operations, Product Development and Marketing, driving financial discipline, improving profitability, and embedding a culture of data‑driven decision making. This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role suited to someone who enjoys variety, ownership, and shaping processes in a growing business. What you'll be doing Commercial & Sales Finance Partner closely with global sales teams to deliver data‑driven performance improvements Build clear, accessible dashboards across regions, product lines, BtB and BtC Lead Gross‑to‑Net analysis and pricing reviews Performance, Planning & Analytics Define and develop companywide KPIs and growth metrics Own the Budget and Forecast cycles Build models for actuals, scenarios and previsions Validate product development from a financial perspective Cost, Margin & Operational Control Analyse COGS including product costing, logistics and supply chain Drive cost efficiency with Operations and Development teams Maintain a strong focus on Gross Margin improvement Financial Control & Reporting Implement recurring reporting across sales, profitability, cost metrics, inventory and R&O Oversee global P&L areas including marketing, salaries and overheads Strengthen month‑end close processes and ensure balance sheet/P&L integrity Support systems and process improvements, including automation and ERP optimisation What you'll bring Must‑haves Qualified or part‑qualified accountant with consumer goods/retail experience Strong understanding of inventory, logistics and supply chain cost control Commercial mindset with the ability to influence cross‑functionally High proficiency in financial analysis, modelling and accounts preparation Experience working across multi‑site, international environments Tech‑savvy with strong Excel skills and comfort using SaaS tools Proactive, solutions‑focused, and comfortable in a "startup‑style" culture Ability to work independently, manage deadlines and operate across time zones Nice‑to‑haves Multi‑GAAP experience ERP experience (Odoo or similar) French language skills Passion for skiing or action sports What's on offer 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Flexible working and the ability to work from home when needed Health insurance 4.5% employer pension contribution High degree of autonomy with room to grow as the company scales Generous product discounts

  • Loan/Credit Administration Officer

    £40000 - £46000 per annum + On site - Benefits

    City of London

    Contract

    City based international bank seek a Loan/Credit Administration Officer for a year long maternity cover assignment About the Role To assist in the day to day running of all loan and credit administration matters. To ensure agreements with customers are fulfilled and monitored and the Bank's/Branch's position is properly protected with all security items being properly recorded and securely stored. To process the opening of new accounts. To Amend / Update existing clients Accordingly To process the closing of accounts. Key Responsibilities To ensure that terms and conditions embodied in facility letters are complied with on an ongoing basis To prepare, issue, diarise for, to check upon receipt and finally to lodge in the Bank's records, all Credit facility and security documentation Check LMA Trade Agreements, check Break Funding calculations, set up loan structures from original agreements, set up and monitor Non-Utilisation Fees against Commitments, liaise with Agent Banks To ensure the loan database is updated on a daily basis, to include the inputting of commitments, drawdowns, rollovers, repayment schedules etc. To ensure that security for credit lines is properly taken To ensure that security is to be properly recorded, securely held in safe custody To ensure that limits are to be accurately recorded on in house banking system including expiry dates, interest rates To ensure that drawdowns, rollovers and any relevant payments are correctly administered To ensure that charges, interest, fees and loan reductions/repayments are passed on the due date and interest advise are generated and sent to customers as required. To ensure that there is full liaison with Relationship Managers and Assistant Relationship Managers relating to any credit admin matters To ensure that all Security (and in particular property) is properly insured and our interest is noted as first lose payee To ensure Syndicated Loans spread sheets are updated and correct payments are made accordingly Qualifications & Experience Minimum 2-3 years' experience in Loan/Credit Administration working for a bank or Financial institution Proven Credit facility and security documentation Strong understanding of LMA Trade Agreements Excellent excel skills, analytical with a sound attention to detail *****Full Uk working rights with experience gained working in the UK only*****

  • International Mortgage Sales & Service Manager - Arabic

    £70000 - £80000 per annum + Hybrid, Bonus, Benefits

    West London

    Permanent

    West End International Bank seek an experienced International Mortgage Sales & Service Manager to lead international mortgage referral activity, strengthen partnerships across key global markets, and ensure efficient end‑to‑end mortgage operations. Responsible for driving portfolio growth, enhancing service delivery, and supporting complex lending requirements across multiple regions. This position plays a central part in managing international mortgage pipelines, acting as a bridge between internal teams, global partners, and third‑party introducers. Arabic language is preferred Role Type: Permanent Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 DOE + Benefits 4 days office 1 Day WFH West End Location Key Responsibilities Oversee and manage the international mortgage pipeline, ensuring adherence to internal policies and regional risk frameworks. Act as the primary conduit for mortgage referrals from internal teams and global partner offices. Filter and assess mortgage cases for policy compliance, completeness, and documentation quality. Provide proactive case updates to internal stakeholders and external partners. Build and strengthen relationships with brokers, real estate firms, banks, legal and tax advisors across GCC, UK, and European markets. Implement strategies to increase mortgage sales, market share, and client engagement. Collaborate with risk, operations, product, and legal teams to optimise processes and enhance product delivery. Lead and support high‑value or complex credit submissions. Ensure full compliance with lending regulations across international jurisdictions. Resolve complex customer issues, coordinating with relevant internal departments. Manage team workflow, ensuring KPIs and SLAs are consistently met. Provide leadership support and act as deputy to the Head of International Mortgages when required. Qualifications & Experience Minimum 10 years' experience in mortgage lending or financial services, Proven success driving mortgage business growth and managing lending portfolios. Strong understanding of global mortgage products, operations, and market trends. Robust negotiation, decision‑making, and stakeholder‑management skills.

  • Assistant Manager Branch Operations

    £35000 - £38000 per annum + On site - Benefits

    City of London

    Contract

    International Bank in the city of London currently seek an Assistant Manager of branch operations with proven experience in banking backend operations and/or treasury backoffice functions. Key Responsibilities Assisting department head in monitoring daily activities and task as detailed below: Support daily operations of the treasury back office, including deals verification, settlement, and reconciliation. Manage onboarding and review of treasury counterparties Assist in preparing management reports, including liquidity and regulatory reporting (EMIR, MiFID II, SFTR, REP017). Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors on operational and system matters. Contribute to projects, third-party risk management, operational resilience, and process improvement initiatives. Act as a key support to the Head of Operations and provide backup coverage as required. Review department procedures. Assist with the administration of online deposit products, including managing customer queries and providing call-handling support during periods of high demand Any other task assigned by Head of Operations including projects Essential Experience Required Full Uk working rights (no sponsorship) with experience gained working for a bank in the UK Experience in banking backend operations or treasury back office functions.

  • Loan Syndications

    £65000 - £70000 per annum + Hybrid, Bonus, Benefits

    City of London

    Permanent

    A London based Bank who offer Hybrid working currently seek a Loan Syndications specialist at Senior officer level with a proven background in Loan syndication and distribution As the Loan Syndications Officer/Senior Officer you will support the origination to distribution business, such as documentation, relationship management and correspondence with banks and financial institutions, handling administrative tasks by coordinating with relevant departments JOB FUNCTION Portfolio Management & Administration, contributing loan portfolio management, risk management, and other planning and administrative matters related to the origination to distribution business, to enable the department to exercise effective administration and support to credit front, and control and reporting of the branch's business activities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for loan syndication and distribution function within the department, executing its operations through close communication with front offices Visit and call customers, develop and maintain relationship with Japanese and non-Japanese financial institutions to promote loan distribution. Liaise, respond queries, and negotiate the conditions with the customer, external partners and the relevant departments in Head Office and to execute transactions. Handle administration regarding distribution activities through close communication with front offices and investors. This includes, but not limited to, asking the borrower to provide necessary information and disseminate them to investors, responding questions from the borrower or investors, calculating drawdown amount to correspond to the investors, handling transfer documentation, and discussing with external legal to prepare for signing and drawdown. Conduct market research and deal data analysis, including secondary market activities across various industries. Compile relevant information and make reports of activities and portfolio to Head Office and Senior Management in a timely manner in relation to origination to distribution business and loan agent operations. Assist with the design, testing and implementation of frameworks and systems for portfolio/risk management, performance monitoring, and business planning in relation to origination to distribution business and loan agent operations. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Proven Loan Syndication and distribution origination, execution experience is essential Strong Credit Analysis skills is essential A strong aptitude for statistics Agency, Portfolio Management & Administration experience

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