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Description Senior Manager- Client Accounting Services (Remote) What to expect when you join Sikich Team members at Sikich have a lot in common while also being...
Description Senior Manager- Client Accounting Services (Remote) What to expect when you join Sikich Team members at Sikich have a
lot in common while also being part of a rich and varied group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief
among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through
diverse perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth – for our
clients, for ourselves and for our communities. The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Sikich, this means we
have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in
increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see
more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key
business priorities and intentionally creating a rewarding employee experience, Sikich has developed into a highly regarded
provider of professional services and a sought-after employer of choice. Do you want to work with other skilled practitioners and
serve clients in a way that makes a difference? Are you seeking a supportive environment backed by a deep and extensive set of
skillsets? Are you ready to make an impact and be acknowledged for your contributions? If you answered yes to these questions, we
see a mutually beneficial and gratifying relationship on the horizon! Are you ready to grow with us? Position Summary Reporting to
the Director, the Senior Manager will… Ideal candidates are a resource to the team for strategic direction and guidance, as well
as technical support and identification of areas for process improvement. Senior Managers contribute to the Client Accounting
Service’s Portfolio Management team by identifying key issues and crafting proactive solutions. They are forward-thinking,
logical, creative, process-driven, autonomous leaders that are not afraid to roll up their sleeves to help the team get the job
done. They are able to execute strategy and be future thinking with close attention to detail and follow-through on projects.
Senior Managers also give frequent feedback to both team members and clients and must lean into and navigate tough conversations
in an effective, tactful manner. Additionally, candidates have a foundation in accounting and finance, including reporting key
financial metrics and a foundational understanding of GAAP- many projects touch almost every aspect of a company’s operations,
including corporate strategy, IT, marketing, sales, operations, and human resources. Senior Managers are expected to foster a
culture of innovation by leveraging technology, automation, and AI-driven solutions to enhance operational performance, improve
client experiences, and support scalable growth. Candidates are logical, creative, process-driven autonomous specialists
responsible for designing and implementing key systems and processes that founders and leadership teams will rely upon to run
their companies. Projects & Responsibilities Include: Analyzing, developing, and working with client teams to implement financial
and operational infrastructure for clients in the outsourcing space Distilling technical or project management guidance
efficiently and communicating effectively to staff and clients Developing and mentoring Sikich team members Managing client
relationships and being a brand ambassador for Sikich Keeping portfolio management leadership abreast of operational health
(client issues, team development, etc.) and adequately presenting solutions or action plans in a proactive manner Designing and
vetting solutions related to team or client issues, and executing through completion with minimal guidance or consensus-building
Enhancing Sikich processes and ideating continuous improvement to enhance Sikich operational and functional maturity Preparing
Sikich internal stakeholders ahead of semi-annual Partnership Reviews for assigned clients. This includes, but is not limited to,
maintaining sufficient operational awareness within assigned client portfolio through weekly and monthly interactions with project
leads, and clients. Leverage emerging technologies, automation, and artificial intelligence (AI) tools to improve operational
efficiency, enhance client service delivery, identify process optimization opportunities, and drive innovation across client
engagements and internal CAS operations. Qualifications: Minimum 10 years of experience required Prior consulting experience with
proven ability to manage multiple client service teams and client relationships Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field
(degrees focusing on accounting or finance preferred) Ability to achieve desired results by holding others accountable and leading
teams Familiar with GAAP concepts and interpretation of guidance Mastery of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint required Excellent
written and verbal communication skills, especially with discussing technical concepts and distilling them into actionable steps
for your team and/or clients Self-starter, creative problem solver, and thrives under limited supervision Strong analytical,
organizational, and project management skills Proven track record of improving financial and operational processes, preferably
with growth-stage companies Ability to adapt to a changing working environment, pivoting with new priorities, communicating change
effectively, and driving alignment in execution with your teams and clients Ability to work effectively both in a team environment
and independently under tight deadlines and pressure Demonstrated ability to evaluate, adopt, and utilize emerging technologies,
including artificial intelligence (AI) and automation tools, to enhance business processes, improve decision-making, and drive
operational efficiency. In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the midpoint of the salary range for this role is $
163,000 . This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not
limited to experience and geographic location. In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows: Values driven –
You embody and model absolute integrity and servant leadership and you have a bias for action and continuous innovation.
Uncompromising problem solver – You see opportunities in every business challenge and can develop, articulate and implement
solutions. Collaboration – You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
Instills trust – You do what you say, without ego, and you follow through on commitments consistently and credibly. Impact &
influence – You are relentlessly focused on making a difference and can gain support for ideas, proposals and solutions. You get
others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives and objectives. About Sikich Sikich offers the public and
private sectors a diverse platform of professional services across consulting, technology and compliance. Highly specialized and
hands-on teams deliver integrated solutions rooted in deep industry experience. Our approach is strategically and thoughtfully
designed to help our clients, teams, and communities accelerate success. Sikich Total Rewards Our team members enjoy expansive
benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name
only a few. Sikich also takes pride in prioritizing team members’ health, total wellbeing and time spent with family, friends and
in the pursuit of personal goals, hobbies, and endeavors. Some examples of our many benefits: Sikich maintains a Flexible Time Off
(FTO) Policy. We encourage every full-time employee, as your role permits, to utilize paid time off (personal time,
mental/physical health care, vacation, sick leave, etc.). Waiting for time off to accrue is common at other companies. At Sikich,
you do not have to wait for this benefit to kick in. FTO is activated on your first day with our organization. Sikich will also
recognize paid holidays during the year and strives to permit employees to have time off the last week of the calendar year when
client and project work permits. Sikich offers a comprehensive wellness program to engage, challenge and empower team members to
take responsibility for their wellbeing. Activities can be tracked through our wellness provider to obtain gift cards and other
rewards. We also offer: Flexible work arrangements Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
HSA employer contribution Nine (9) paid holidays annually. A robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption,
and foster children. 401(k) with employer contributions CPA bonus with four (4) paid exam days & four (4) paid study days. Tuition
reimbursement Generous employee referral bonus program Client referral bonus program Pet insurance FORCE – Sikich community
volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in
their local communities. Want to learn more? Visit our Careers website or Glassdoor profile . Sikich is an Equal Opportunity
Employer M/F/D/V Sikich practices in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Professional Code of Conduct
and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Sikich CPA LLC is a licensed CPA firm that provides audit and attest
services to its clients, and Sikich LLC and its subsidiaries provide tax and business advisory services to its clients. Sikich CPA
LLC has a contractual arrangement with Sikich LLC under which Sikich LLC supports Sikich CPA LLC’s performance of its professional
services. Sikich LLC and its subsidiaries are not licensed CPA firms. “Sikich” is the brand name under which Sikich CPA LLC and
Sikich LLC provide professional services. The entities under the Sikich brand are independently owned and are not liable for the
services provided by any other entity providing services under the Sikich brand. The use of the terms “our company”, “we” and “us”
and other similar terms denote the alternative practice structure of Sikich CPA LLC and Sikich LLC. #LI-JS1 #LI-Remote
bunch is building the backbone of private markets. We are enabling next-gen fund operations with one integrated system that combines secure data infrastructure, AI-powered workflows and expert fund services. If you value ownership, growth through real responsibility, and working with a thoughtful, ambitious team, this role might be for you. We are looking for a (Senior) Finance and Accounting Manager to be the backbone of our day-to-day financial operations. This is a hands-on, high-ownership role sitting at the intersection of accounting, billing, and process improvement. In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out all key financial operations, including preparatory accounting (vorbereitende Buchhaltung), spend management and client invoicing, across all our bunch entities. We’re looking for someone who can rock accounting but has expanded (or wants to further expand) into financial generalist topics and take on more responsibility across the finance function. In your role, you will have direct exposure to the full finance function of a fast-growing fintech. You will report directly to the Head of Finance and will have the opportunity to grow your role within the Finance Team over time; for appropriate senior-level experience, you can enter at a Senior Manager role. From day one, you will play a critical role in strengthening and optimising our financial operations as we grow and scale across markets. YOUR ROLE * Handle all our preparatory accounting (including assigning cost centers and cost units) on both the creditor and debtor side (Kreditoren- und Debitorenbuchhaltung) and be responsible for exports to our external accountants in all our jurisdictions. * Own our spend management processes, including weekly invoice review and approval, credit card and employee reimbursement management, and direct debit setup, and make sure we pay our bills on time. * Run quarterly and annual invoicing across all products and jurisdictions and take the lead on reducing manual effort by working with our analytics and other teams to improve and automate our invoicing setup. You'll also track client payments and flag overdue accounts. * Support our monthly close by coordinating with external accountants across all jurisdictions and entities, ensuring timely delivery of monthly and annual accounts and that our external partners always have what they need on time. * Support on our regular tax filings, such as for VAT, across our entities. * Conduct monthly payroll reviews and serve as the internal point of contact for payroll-related questions — including social security, health insurance, pension contributions, and employee benefits — as well as financial employee policies such as expense reimbursement. * Support equity financing rounds alongside Legal, Strategy, and FP&A — including due diligence and data room preparation. You'll also pick up one-off banking and insurance needs as they arise. About you * At least 2–4 years of experience in an in-house finance role, reputable consultancy, or completed training as a tax clerk (Steuerfachangestellte/r) or accountant (Bilanzbuchhalter/in). This role has flexibility in its seniority — for more senior candidates beyond 5-6 years experience, we can offer a “Senior Manager” role * Mastery of the fundamentals of accounting and familiarity with common tax issues arising in a multi-jurisdictional company * Hands-on experience with accounting, billing, and spend management tools (e.g. DATEV, Stripe, Moss, Spendesk) or similar systems * Highly organised and reliable, with a track record of owning recurring processes independently * Genuine interest in process optimisation and automation — you notice inefficiencies and want to fix them * Strong attention to detail and quality orientation * A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and comfort handling new responsibilities * High level of ownership, reliability, and flexibility * SaaS and/or fund industry experience is a plus * Fluency in English (C1+ level), at least B1 in German * Be excited about working in a fluid, innovative, fast-paced, and creative environment and about being a part of bunch's culture * Diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged Workplace & Benefits * Competitive salary * Customizable benefits package (wellbeing, sport, mobility, food, and more) * 28 days of vacation, plus 2 company days and local public holidays * Remote-flexible hybrid (3 days/week in office) * Up to 4 remote calendar weeks a year * A great tech and work setup * Work with a diverse team of 120+ bunchies from 40+ countries, with leaders who are best-in-class in their domains Hiring process 1. People Team Interview (30 min) – Meet us & ensure mutual fit 2. Deep Dive Interview (45 min) – Collaboration, ownership, and culture 3. Case Study (90 min) – Technical skillset evaluation with our hiring manager 4. Final Stakeholder Interview (60 min) – Meet your important stakeholders About bunch bunch is building the operating infrastructure for the next generation of private markets. We combine AI-powered automation with deep regulatory expertise to replace fragmented spreadsheets and manual processes with one integrated platform across the fund lifecycle, purpose-built for private markets heading toward $32 trillion in Assets Under Management. We've 4x our ARR in 2025, crossed 150 fund managers and 12,000 LPs on the platform, and just closed our $35M Series B in May 2026. We're looking for ambitious people who want real ownership of hard problems, and who care about building infrastructure that actually matters to the people using it. ____ At bunch, we're committed to an inclusive environment where diversity is valued and celebrated. We provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants. We process personal data in line with applicable laws (including GDPR). See our Privacy Policy for details on your rights and how to reach us.
About Alpha Alternatives Alpha Alternatives, a part of Alpha Group, is a fast-growing global consulting firm focused on digital and operational transformation in the alternative investment industry, including private equity, real estate, private debt, credit, and infrastructure. We are recognized for our deep domain expertise, innovative thinking, and commitment to delivering exceptional value. Our consultants work alongside clients to solve complex operational and technology challenges in financial services. At Alpha, we believe in empowering client teams to be change agents and driving sustainable transformation through collaboration, insight, and execution excellence. Role Overview This is a strategic hire for our hedge fund and private credit capability. You will serve as a primary subject matter expert across hedge fund and private credit technology, operations, and administrator relationships, owning client delivery, shaping our methodology, and building the internal knowledge base that scales the practice. This is not a support role: you will lead engagements, work directly with COOs, CFOs, and operations leadership at hedge fund and private credit clients, and represent Alpha's point of view in competitive situations. Responsibilities * Lead end-to-end advisory engagements for hedge fund and private credit clients spanning system selection, implementation, and operating model transformation * Serve as the primary delivery owner on Geneva implementations, upgrades, and integration workstreams, from discovery through go-live * Advise clients on middle- and back-office operating model design including NAV production, shadow accounting, prime brokerage reconciliation, and investor reporting * Evaluate and advise on technology ecosystems including order management, treasury, portfolio accounting, and data infrastructure * Drive business development activity including proposal development, client presentations, and expansion of existing relationships * Further establish Alpha's hedge fund and credit accounting practice infrastructure: reusable methodology, tool kits, proposal templates, and a bench of junior talent * Collaborate with our private equity and credit practices to develop cross-platform service offerings for multi-strategy and hybrid fund structures Qualifications Required * 10+ years of experience in hedge fund and/or credit operations, fund administration, or hedge fund-focused management consulting * Deep hands-on expertise implementing or supporting SS&C Advent Geneva including chart of accounts design, workflow configuration, reconciliation setup, and reporting build-out * Strong command of hedge fund middle- and back-office operations: trade lifecycle, prime brokerage, NAV production, shadow accounting, and multi-asset class accounting * Demonstrated ability to own client relationships and lead engagements independently, not just execute under direction * Fluency in hedge fund technology landscape including OMS/EMS platforms, treasury systems, data warehousing, and investor portal solutions * Experience working at or with leading hedge fund administrators or prime brokerage operations teams Strongly Preferred * Experience with additional platforms: EZE, Finbourne, Arcesium, WSO, Allvue, Broadridge, Clearwater, Bloomberg AIM, Enfusion, Flextrade. or comparable alternatives * Prior consulting or advisory experience - able to structure problems, build deliverables, and present to senior stakeholders * Exposure to complex fund structures: multi-strat, credit, quant, or hybrid PE/HF vehicles * CPA, CFA, CAIA, or other relevant industry credentials a plus Compensation and Benefits * Learning and development: Vast opportunities for self-development, including unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning * Flexible working: Work-life balance with a flexible schedule * Community events: We offer a range of social events and meetups * 25 days’ holiday in addition to public holidays * Supplemented medical, dental, and vision coverage * 401(k) with employer match * Wellness initiatives to promote healthy working, including an allowance for remote working technology * Access to discounted travel, tickets, events, and more through our benefit partner There are a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, and licensure and certifications. A reasonable estimate of the salary range is $162,000 - $210,000 USD, subject to change based on salary benchmarking. In addition to this salary, candidates will be eligible for a performance-based bonus. Our Commitment to Inclusion At Alpha, diversity, equity and inclusion are critical to our success. Our priorities show a focus on fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace where individuals are treated fairly regardless of gender or background. We welcome applications from disabled people and are committed to making our recruitment process and workplace accessible and inclusive for everyone.
About Alpha Group Alpha Group is a leading global consultancy to the financial services industry. Founded in 2003, Alpha has spent over 20 years bringing together specialist, sector-focused strategy, management consulting, and technology expertise to support the entire client transformation lifecycle. Having partnered with more than 1,200 clients worldwide across the asset and wealth management, alternatives, and insurance industries, Alpha is a trusted advisor for complex change programs. We now have over 1,180 consultants working with clients across North America, the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and APAC. In 2024, in recognition of our successful track record and strong growth prospects, Alpha was acquired by Bridgepoint, one of the world's leading quoted private asset growth investors. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Many of our team have built long and fulfilling careers with us, often staying for over a decade. Alpha offers a genuinely rewarding place to work: a meritocratic environment where your career can flourish, and a welcoming culture where you can be yourself, connect with others, and thrive. As we look to the future, we’re excited to be looking for new Alpha colleagues—individuals who are collaborative, innovative, and ambitious. We hope you will join us and help shape the next chapter of our growth journey. Why join Alpha? * Established yet entrepreneurial – with over 20 years of success and a proven record on the London Stock Exchange, Alpha offers the stability of an established consultancy with the energy of a fast-growth business. * Backed by Bridgepoint – as part of one of the world’s leading growth investors, Alpha benefits from strategic investment that fuels innovation, expansion and new offerings – creating even more opportunity for our people. * Exposure to senior leadership – whether you are in an internal or a client-facing role, you will have the opportunity to work with and learn from the best of the best – high performers at the top of their game. * Learning and growth opportunities – we run tailored training to help you be successful, provide you excellent mentorship, and offer up to 5 days paid training time per year. Perhaps the best training though is the experience on the job – as everyone at Alpha has high responsibility and autonomy, you can develop your skillsets quickly. * Performance-driven culture with real impact – advancement at Alpha is based on impact and capability, not tenure or quotas. You’ll have autonomy and see the tangible difference your ideas and decisions make. About the Role At Alpha FMC, you will be pivotal in leading engagements to identify and implement solutions for a range of issues facing asset and wealth managers. Over the course of each project, you will collect and analyze data, prepare and test hypotheses, and present recommendations to the client to solve their unique business and technology challenges. As a Senior Manager, you will be responsible for: * Managing project execution and a team of consultants ensuring the successful delivery of client engagements, including planning the day-to-day work of the team, facilitating client interviews and workshops, structuring client deliverables, and ensuring Alpha's standards for quality are met * Leading end-to-end front-/middle-/back-office implementation engagements, including current-state assessment, requirements gathering, workflow design, configuration and integration oversight, test planning and execution, and training and procedure documentation * Owning project governance, including regular status meetings, task and budget tracking, proactive communication with clients, and handover of business and technical workflows to client teams upon engagement completion * Creating a culture of continuous learning for the team and clients, and actively mentoring team members - including defining and coaching junior peers in implementation best practices such as SDLC, migration strategy, and QA/testing standards * Supporting Alpha FMC's business development by driving the creation of client proposals, authoring thought leadership, and maintaining strong relationships with past and prospective clients * Contributing to the wider Alpha community by making innovative and proactive contributions to one or more of Alpha's business management or practice areas * Maintaining a broad understanding of the challenges facing the Asset and Wealth Management industry and acting as an expert in at least one area in demand by clients Experience & Skills * 7+ years of consulting and/or industry experience within Asset and Wealth Management, gained through a leading consulting firm or a transformation, strategy, implementation, or program management role at an Asset Owner, Asset Manager, Wealth Manager, or investment technology provider. * Demonstrated experience delivering enterprise investment platform implementations, with deep knowledge of the full implementation lifecycle including strategy, operating model design, business process transformation, solution architecture, vendor selection, configuration, testing, deployment, organizational change management, and post-go-live stabilization. * Hands-on implementation experience with one or more leading investment management platforms is required, with expertise in platforms such as SimCorp One, BlackRock Aladdin, Charles River Investment Management Solution (IMS), Bloomberg AIM, or other enterprise investment management platforms. Experience working directly with software vendors or within strategic vendor partnerships is highly desirable. * Strong understanding of front office and middle office requirements/workflows with the ability to advise clients across the end-to-end investment lifecycle including portfolio management, trading, compliance, investment operations, performance, risk, investment data, and reporting. * Broad asset class knowledge spanning both traditional and alternative investments, including equities, fixed income, foreign exchange, derivatives, private equity, private credit, real estate, infrastructure, hedge funds, and multi-asset portfolios. * Proven experience leading large-scale business and technology transformation programs, managing cross-functional workstreams, executive stakeholders, implementation partners, and third-party vendors while delivering complex, multi-year strategic initiatives. * Exceptional program and project management capabilities, including governance design, RAID management, executive reporting, financial management, dependency management, issue resolution, and proactive escalation of risks to executive sponsors when required. * Strong organizational change management experience, including stakeholder engagement, communications, business readiness, training strategy, operating model transition, and adoption planning to ensure successful business outcomes. * Experience managing and developing consulting teams, including coaching, mentoring, quality assurance, workload management, and providing day-to-day leadership for junior consultants, business analysts, and implementation specialists. * Deep understanding of investment operating models and data architecture, with experience across areas such as Investment Book of Record (IBOR), Accounting Book of Record (ABOR), security master, market data, risk analytics, reference data, investment data management, reconciliation, reporting, and enterprise data platforms. * Subject matter expertise across multiple investment domains, such as the following: * Portfolio Management * Trading & Order Management * Investment Operations * Investment Data Management * Investment Accounting * Performance Measurement & Attribution * Risk & Analytics * Compliance & Regulatory Reporting * Alternative Investments * Reconciliations (Position, Transaction and Cash) * Investment Data Warehousing & Reporting * Enterprise Investment Platforms * Excellent executive communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to facilitate workshops, influence senior client executives, present recommendations to steering committees, and build trusted relationships across business and technology organizations. * Demonstrated leadership, problem solving, and decision making skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, resolve complex delivery challenges, and drive successful client outcomes in fast-paced transformation environments. Compensation and Perks: The anticipated base salary for this role varies based on geographic location and is structured across three compensation zones. These zones reflect local market conditions and cost of labor. Geographic placement is determined by the employee’s primary work location. Zone A | $196,000 – $239,400 Applies to candidates working in designated high-cost metropolitan areas, including: Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA; Boston, MA; New York City, NY; and Washington, DC, as well as remote roles based in Massachusetts or the New York Tri-State Area. Zone B | $178,000 - $216,600 Applies to candidates working in key metropolitan markets, including: Austin, TX; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Charlotte, NC; Denver, CO; and Philadelphia, PA, as well as remote roles based in Texas, California, Pennsylvania, Florida, or Colorado. Zone C | $168,500 – $207,100 Applies to all other U.S. locations not listed above. Toronto | CAD 216,500 - CAD 299,250 Applies to candidates working in the Toronto region Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and work location. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. We are committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices across all locations. * Competitive salary with annual profit-sharing opportunity * 401k/RRSP matching * 25 days of annual paid time off * Supplemented medical, dental and vision coverage * Reimbursement for commuting, mobile phone, and home internet expenses * North America team-wide training and retreats * Sponsorship towards professional certifications / training supported with 5 days of paid training time. We are committed to creating an environment where careers and families can thrive together. Our family-friendly benefits are designed to support employees through every stage of caregiving: * Comprehensive parental leave for all parents, including 8 weeks of birthing leave and 8 weeks of bonding leave. * Return with Care Program to support a smooth transition back to work after leave. * Child Sickness Leave, providing up to 5 days of protected time for returning parents. * Menstrual care support, offering employees time off as needed to manage menstrual-related illness. * Pregnancy loss support, offering paid time off and resources to support employees through loss. * Menopause support, ensuring employees have access to resources and flexibility during this stage of life. * Flo subscription coverage for up to two memberships per year to support reproductive and hormonal health. * Flexible hybrid schedules help balance work and family commitments. * A supportive community of working parents that shares resources and fosters connection. * Leadership that models healthy work–life integration, reflecting our belief that family and professional success go hand in hand. Our Commitment to Inclusion At Alpha, diversity, equity and inclusion are critical to our success. Our priorities show a focus on fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace where individuals are treated fairly regardless of gender or background. We welcome applications from disabled people and are committed to making our recruitment process and workplace accessible and inclusive for everyone.