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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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  • Finance Analyst

    £300 - £350 per day

    Hammersmith and Fulham

    Contract

    KennedyPearce are hiring a Finance Analyst with experience in the media sector to join a media agency in west London on a 6 month contract. This role will be 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home. This role supports forecast and quarter-end close reporting, as well as the management of selected market costs, including purchase orders, invoice processing, and cost tracking. You will work closely with the wider EMEA finance team throughout reporting cycles, providing accurate analysis and operational finance support. Key Responsibilities Forecasting Roll forward forecast models and actualise for prior quarters Prepare territory P&Ls and reporting packs Consolidate market risks and opportunities (R&O) submissions Upload forecasts into financial systems and reconcile to P&L models Quarter-End Close Prepare quarter-end close files, including comparative analysis (prior forecast, R&O) Maintain a current view of quarterly performance, tracking EMEA and territory variances Coordinate with finance stakeholders to ensure variance explanations are accurate and up to date Calculate and post accruals for selected market-related costs Other Responsibilities Process market-related costs, including POs and invoices Prepare monthly retail subscription revenue reports versus forecast, highlighting variances by market driven by subscriber volumes Provide ad-hoc support to the Finance Manager as required Skills & Experience Required Experience in financial planning and analysis, ideally within the media sector Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset Experience using financial systems, including SAP/BW and Cognos Reporting Advanced Excel skills Experience supporting operational and commercial teams (desirable) Experience with template creation and data consolidation

  • Finance Manager

    £400 - £450 per day

    Hammersmith and Fulham

    Contract

    KennedyPearce afre hiring a Finance Manager, 6 month contract for a media company in West London. Reporting to the Finance Director, this role sits within the EMEA Direct-to-Consumer finance team and focuses on financial planning, reporting, and cost management. The Finance Manager provides high-quality financial insight and analysis to support commercial and operational decision-making. Key Responsibilities: Support core financial planning cycles, including forecasts, annual operating plans, and long-range plans Actualise and maintain forecast models using driver-based assumptions Prepare and contribute to planning and forecast presentation decks for senior stakeholders Track actuals versus forecast, clearly explaining variances and key drivers Identify financial risks and opportunities and communicate them effectively Manage close and forecast reporting activities Review cost management processes and identify areas for improvement Provide ad-hoc support to the Finance Director, including: Commercial initiative analysis Revenue and cost analysis External data and analysis requests Process reviews and improvements The ideal candidate is ACA/CIMA qualified, has strong FP&A experience within the media sector, advanced Excel and financial systems skills (SAP/BW, Cognos), and a proven ability to partner with operational and commercial teams. Strong communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills are essential, along with the ability to work across multiple systems, teams, and locations.

  • Accounts Assistant

    £35000 - £40000 per annum + hybrid, pension, study support

    London

    Permanent

    Are you a finance graduate with 1-3 years' experience in AP and AR and ambitions to qualify as an accountant? Join a fast-growing, award-winning cyber security company where you'll gain hands-on exposure across the full finance function. You'll support day-to-day AP/AR operations, assist with month-end processes, and play a key role in an exciting NetSuite implementation. This is a great opportunity for someone proactive, curious, and keen to develop in a varied, fast-paced environment. The role: Manage AP/AR processes including data entry, reconciliations, vendor bills, payments, and expense reports. Maintain vendor records, create purchase orders, and manage customer invoices and cash receipts. Handle sales orders, journal entries, bank receipts, bank reconciliations, invoice posting, and payment processing. Respond to finance and audit queries, manage the shared Accounts mailbox, and support month-end processes. Monitor cash balances, save statements, and chase outstanding debt What's on offer: Hybrid working (3 days London office / 2 remote) Study support & funding (AAT / ACCA / CIMA) Broad finance exposure Friendly, collaborative culture Ideal for candidates with: 2-4 years AP or AR experience or Accounts Assistant experience in a growing SME Strong Excel skills ERP system exposure (NetSuite desirable) A proactive, problem-solving mindset

  • Management Accountant

    £40000 - £45000 per annum + 12% Bonus, Study Support, 9% Pension

    Norwich

    Permanent

    A well-established organisation based in Norwich is looking to appoint a Management Accountant on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a newly created role due to continued growth and offers an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant to step into a No.2 position within a regional finance team. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will be part of a team of five and play a key role in providing financial insight, supporting decision-making, and contributing to the overall performance of the business. The role also offers clear future progression opportunities to Finance Manager / Head of Finance. Key Responsibilities: Preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and forecasts Variance analysis against budget, forecast and prior periods, with clear and concise commentary Supporting the annual budgeting and forecasting process Providing cost analysis and commercial insight to the management team Supporting and providing cover for Finance Assistants where required Reviewing and improving reporting and finance processes to maximise efficiency Assisting with any other accounting duties as required The Ideal Candidate: Part-qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent) and actively studying Previous experience within a finance or management accounting role Experience within manufacturing, construction, or a similar heavy industry would be advantageous but not essential Strong Excel skills and high level of computer literacy Commercially aware with strong analytical and communication skills Experience using COINS accounting software would be beneficial What's on Offer: Salary up to £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience) 12% annual bonus Pension up to 9% matched Study support package 25 days holiday, rising to 28 days with service, plus bank holidays Additional benefits including healthcare and life assurance Clear long-term career progression opportunities Working Pattern: 100% office based Flexible start and finish times This role would suit an ambitious, part-qualified accountant seeking a long-term career opportunity within a stable and growing finance function.

  • 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

  • Business Support Manager

    £50000 - £60000 per annum + Hybrid + Benefits

    City of London

    Permanent

    Leading city based financial services firm seek an experienced Business Support Manager to provide key support to the CEO, COO and senior stakeholders to ensure the delivery of the firm's strategic objectives Permanent London City location Salary £50,000 - £60,000 3 days office based 2 WFH (some flexibility on this maybe required) Job Purpose Provide direct support working closely with the CEO, COO and senior stakeholders to make the most of their time and focus on key strategic and operational priorities by efficiently managing the day-to-day operations of the CEO's office Ensure that the CEO and the Chair are well briefed with the right level of information to be able to represent the organisation's views on various issues internally and externally Anticipate issues, 'join the dots' and help the CEO and their Executive team navigate through uncertainty and risk Role model the organisation's behaviours (Vision and Values) Highly pro-active and proven in working with demanding senior holders in a busy business support role Key Responsibilities Support the Managing Director with the coordination of CEO's and the Chair's internal and external engagements, handling their correspondence, coordinating briefings, general communications and media material Ensure that the CEO and the Chair receive high quality information at the right time, and that any follow-up happens without the need for them to check Coordinate activities across the organisation on behalf of the CEO Capture relevant information and make it accessible, usable, and preserved in our internal customer relationship management system Assist with governance related matters, where required Champion a culture of collaboration across the organisation Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across the organisation Essential Experience 3-5+ years experience working in a similar business support function Experience from the following industries banking, financial services, government or a regulator is preferred ideally Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information Ability to work collaboratively with the Executive and senior management teams Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, together with strong stakeholder management experience and the ability to effectively build, strengthen and influence a wide range of both internal and external relationships at a senior level Excellent political acumen and judgement, demonstrated in a complex stakeholder environment Versatile, highly resourceful and flexible in approach Action oriented and a creative problem solver A proven track record of effective delivery and execution of tasks Excellent stakeholder management skills Work experience in a previous similar role is an advantage

  • Senior Outsourcing & Vendor Officer

    £60000 - £70000 per annum + Hybrid + Bonus + Benefits

    West London

    Permanent

    Our client, an International Bank based in London, currently seek a Senior Outsourcing & Vendor Officer to join their central operations department Contract Type: Permanent Working pattern: 4 days office/1 day WFH Location: West End This role is integral in managing the onboarding and offboarding of vendors and suppliers while ensuring robust and effective vendor relationships. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will oversee the management of interactions between vendors/suppliers and internal stakeholders, ensuring effective collaboration and compliance with regulatory standards. This role will also ensure the smooth operation of outsourced supplier and vendor services, contributing to the overall efficiency of the business Track and manage the renewal and expiration dates of all contractual agreements, ensuring timely renewals and adherence to obligations Support in the drafting, negotiation, and management of contracts, ensuring favourable terms and regulatory compliance Resolve issues in vendor relationships to ensure smooth operations and minimal disruptions. Proactively identify and implement measures to enhance vendor performance and avoid potential challenges. Essential Qualifications & Experience Proven experience in managing vendor/supplier relationships, ideally within the financial sector, ideally banking Strong background in contract negotiation, risk management, and performance monitoring. Familiarity with regulatory standards governing outsourcing and vendor management. Project management experience and an understanding of business continuity planning.

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  • 80%

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