Enter the 2025 Awards

A dynamic individual who operates at the core of the executive team in which they serve. Highly strategic and with deep judgement and influence, this person is known for their business acumen, strong results and inspiring leadership.

B2B IT Services

A Young (up to 40) dynamic individual who operates at the core of the executive team in which they serve. Highly strategic and with deep judgement and influence, this person is known for their business acumen, strong results and inspiring leadership.

Toward

The winner will embody the financial excellence required in such a pivotal role. Either qualified or non-qualified, they will expertly lead their team, bringing insightful financial information which will help their management team make complex business decisions.

Menzies

An accountant (qualified and non qualified) who has delivered financial information which adds value to their organisation. Insightful and with strong judgement, this individual will have proven examples of contributing to business decisions and future success.

ACT training

The Finance Apprentice of the Year Award will recognise the exceptional contribution the apprentice has made to the success and growth of their organisation. The award celebrates individuals who have displayed a commitment to learning, support of their colleagues and a strong work ethic translating to a positive effect on their organisation.

1.Commitment to Learning:

- Demonstrated Progress: Showcase a clear trajectory of personal and professional development throughout the apprenticeship, highlighting key milestones, achievements, and the acquisition of new skills.

- Continuous Learning: Illustrate a proactive approach to ongoing learning, including participation in training programmes, pursuit of professional qualifications, and engagement with industry updates.

2. Contribution to the Organisation:

- Impactful Contributions: Provide examples of how the apprentice's work has positively influenced the finance function or contributed to the overall success of the organisation.

- Initiative and Innovation: Highlight instances where the apprentice has demonstrated initiative, creativity, and innovation in their role, contributing to the improvement of financial processes or the introduction of new ideas.

3. Work Ethic and Professionalism:

- Reliability and Consistency: Demonstrate the apprentice's reliability and consistency in meeting deadlines, fulfilling responsibilities, and maintaining a high standard of work.

- Professional Conduct: Showcase instances where the apprentice has exhibited professionalism, integrity, and a strong work ethic in their interactions with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.

4. Leadership Potential:

- Team Collaboration: Illustrate instances where the apprentice has effectively collaborated with team members, contributing to a positive team dynamic.

- Leadership Initiative: Showcase any leadership initiatives taken by the apprentice, such as mentoring colleagues, leading projects, or taking on additional responsibilities.

5. Adaptability and Problem-Solving:

- Adaptability to Change: Highlight the apprentice's ability to adapt to changes in the workplace or industry, showcasing resilience and flexibility.

- Problem-Solving Skills: Provide examples of how the apprentice has successfully addressed challenges or solved problems within their role, demonstrating analytical and critical thinking abilities.

6. Demonstration of Core Financial Competencies:

- Financial Acumen: Provide evidence of the apprentice's understanding and application of core financial concepts relevant to their role.

- Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Highlight instances where the apprentice has demonstrated a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial tasks.

AAT

This award will go to a part/non-qualified or actively studying accountant who has played a key support role to a more senior accountant. A vital and valued team member who shows promise for the future.

Admiral

With 18 months or less experience in the role, this person will have made a deep impact in their business, demonstrating unique expertise and flair and showing promising results for the future.

Recruit 121

A team who has proven experience of working together in advancing the success of the business they represent. Brimming with financial expertise, they are collegiate, experts in their field and are recognised by their colleagues as critical to the business they support.

CIMA

A team who has proven experience of working together in advancing the success of the business they represent. Brimming with financial expertise, they are collegiate, experts in their field and are recognised by their colleagues as critical to the business they support.

Team background: This will include how the team is built, maintained and developed. Teamwork: Outline any challenges faced and how the team demonstrated collaboration, creativity, and flexibility to overcome them. Impact: Summarise the contribution and achievements of the team, outlining how the work demonstrated the importance of high-quality financial advice and the contribution to the growth of the organisation.

ACCA

This award is open to independent firms that are based in Wales. The winning firm will need to show how the services it has provided have been fundamental in enabling their clients to achieve their business goals as well as being able to demonstrate the following: Demonstrable appreciation or recognition by clients, Client initiatives that you feel have set the firm apart from the rest, Contribution to the business community, Recognition received from other firms. Please also inform us of anything else that you feel is particularly noteworthy, that is not covered in the above criteria.

This award will go to an individual or team who have shown all the qualities required for running an efficient payroll. Excellent problem solving and organisational skills, great attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Time Finance

- M&A transaction
- Financing
- Restructuring
- System implementation
- Corporate/Strategic Deal (transaction must be a corporate acquisition or divestiture)
- Private Equity Deal (must be a private equity acquisition or private equity sale)

Please give as much detail on why your project should be the Project of the year

Barford Owen Davies

The ESG Excellence Award recognizes outstanding achievements in Environmental, Social, and Governance practices within the finance sector. Entrants for this award should demonstrate a comprehensive commitment to sustainability, ethical business practices, and social responsibility, contributing to positive impacts on both the industry and the wider community.