Cherry Professional

Senior Hands-On Multi-Entity Group An exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to take full ownership of the finance function across a growing four-entity group. This is a high-visibility, hands-on role offering close interaction with senior leadership and real influence over financial performance and decision-making. Ideal for a commercially minded finance professional who thrives in improving processes, strengthening controls, and delivering meaningful financial insight. Key Responsibilities Ownership of monthly management accounts across all entities Month-on-month and year-on-year variance analysis Balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls VAT, tax reporting, and compliance oversight Liaison with external accountants and auditors Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning support Oversight and improvement of transactional finance processes Management of factoring facilities Driving automation and reporting efficiencies About You ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or strong QBE Proven management accounts experience QuickBooks experience essential Multi-entity or group experience preferred Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness Confident working with senior stakeholders APPLY NOW! Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.

We are recruiting for a temporary Accounts Assistant to join a friendly, thriving office environment. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to support the finance operations, work closely with experienced professionals, and gain valuable hands-on experience within a reputable company. With a focus on accuracy and efficiency, you'll help ensure financial processes run smoothly. Required Skills: Proven experience in accounting or finance roles Strong proficiency in Excel Knowledge of basic accounting principles Excellent organisational and time-management skills Ability to adapt to different company procedures and workflows Friendly, proactive attitude and good communication skills Other Requirements: Full-time, office-based role, with flexible working hours Min of 4 weeks cover required Willingness to work with current team members and learn specific company processes Immediate availability for a quick onboarding Step into a supportive and energetic team where your skills will make a true difference. Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.

Group Hospitality Manager Salary up to 48000 Excellent Benefits Cherry Professional are seeking a commercially driven and strategic Group Hospitality Manager to lead and evolve hospitality operations across the company portfolio. The role requires frequent on-site presence across multiple locations to ensure consistency, performance, and operational excellence. Reporting to the Directors, you will play a key role in shaping group-wide hospitality strategy, driving profitability, and implementing scalable systems and standards. Responsibilities: Lead and strategically manage hospitality operations across all group sites, ensuring alignment, consistency, and high performance. Develop and implement clear, scalable procedures and best practices across all venues. Drive commercial performance by analysing sales, margins, and operational data to identify opportunities for growth and efficiency. Take ownership of GP performance, including challenging pricing, portion control, supplier costs, and menu engineering. Oversee stock management systems, wastage control, and supplier relationships to maximise profitability. Ensure full compliance with food safety, licensing, and health & safety regulations across all sites. Support and enhance delivery at major seasonal events, including large-scale, high-volume operations. Act as a key link between senior leadership and site teams, ensuring clear communication and execution of business objectives. Provide leadership, coaching, and structure to on-site teams, building capability and accountability. Ideal Candidate: Proven senior-level experience in multi-site hospitality, catering, or leisure operations. Strong commercial awareness with a track record of improving GP, controlling costs, and driving revenue. Experience implementing systems, processes, and operational structures across multiple locations. Confidence in data analysis, using insights to inform decisions and challenge performance. Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence, develop, and challenge teams at all levels. A proactive, hands-on approach with the flexibility to travel regularly and support sites as needed. Experience working in fast-paced, seasonal, or event-led environments is highly desirable. Cherry Professional are recruiting on behalf of their client Roles you may have applied for: Regional Hospitality Manager, Group Hospitality Manager or Operations Manager Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.

Risk and Assurance Analyst Hybrid working Permanent Up to 42,000 Annual Bonus Cherry Professional are pleased to be working with their public sector client to support the recruitment of a Risk and Assurance Analyst to join their dedicated team. Responsibilities: Implement and maintain effective risk management activities Develop and implement qualitative and quantitative risk assessment processes Conduct risk workshops to identify, assess, and document risks Provide risk management support to project and programme managers Maintain and oversee RAIIDD reporting and escalation processes. Lead formal and informal assurance reviews of projects and programmes Review and assure project documentation Oversee compliance with external programme governance and assurance processes Support and challenge project managers to ensure best practices in planning, risk management , and project delivery assurance Ideal Candidate: Educated to Degree level or with equivalent experience Professional qualification in Risk Management , Assurance, or Programme/Project Management (e.g., APM Risk Certificate, MoR, MSP, PRINCE2). Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Risk Management , Business, Project Management, Engineering) or equivalent experience. Proven experience in risk management, assurance, and governance within a programme or project environment. Experience in leading assurance reviews, audits, and compliance reporting across programmes and projects. Cherry Professional are recruiting on behalf of their client Roles you may have applied for: Risk Analyst Risk & Assurance Analyst Risk & Assurance Manager Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.

Join a dynamic team as an Accounts Payable Assistant and play a key role in ensuring smooth financial operations for a reputable firm. This full-time, 6-month Fixed Term Contract position offers an excellent chance to gain valuable experience within a collaborative environment, with the possibility of extension. Reporting directly to the Senior Management Accountant, you will be integral to supporting the day-to-day functioning of our Accounts Payable team, ensuring accurate processing and timely payments. Bring your attention to detail, eagerness to learn, and flexible approach to thrive in this vital finance support role. Collaborate with a dedicated team, develop your skills, and make a tangible impact on their financial processes. Required Skills: Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy Quick learner with a proactive attitude Strong communication skills across all levels Proficiency in Excel, including data entry and uploads Ability to work effectively in a team environment Flexible and curious mindset Nice to Have Skills: Previous experience with finance systems Exposure to accounts payable or finance administration Basic understanding of VAT and expense claims Experience handling supplier queries and credit card reconciliations Other Requirements: Ability to handle sensitive financial information confidentially Comfort with handling supplier communications and resolving queries Willingness to adapt to evolving processes and workflows If you are ready to elevate your finance career and contribute to a supportive, forward-thinking team, we want to hear from you! Cherry Professional are recruiting on behalf of their client. Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.

Health & Safety Administrator Up to 32000 per annum Annual Bonus Excellent Benefits Cherry Professional are currently working with a well established Manufacturing company. As the Health & Safety Administrator you will Implement proactive Safety, Health and Environment improvement activities leading and challenging operational management to maintain high standards. Responsibilities: Manage the new starter HSE inductions ensuring H&S standards and information is given to all new staff to promote a good H&S culture. Develop, drive, support the implementation and maintain HSE policies, procedures, and management systems in line with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards. Conduct risk assessments, audits and inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with regulations. Monitor compliance with occupational health and safety regulations and environmental laws. Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, and implement corrective and preventive actions. Lead and deliver HSE training, toolbox talks and awareness programs to staff and contractors. Work closely with managers to complete corrective actions, carry out improvements and audit results. Liaise with regulatory bodies and ensure timely submission of required documentation. Promote a strong safety culture through engagement, communication, and leadership. Maintain documentation and records in accordance with company and legal requirements. Ideal Candidate: Minimum NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety Strong understanding of machinery safety, hazardous materials handling, and ergonomics. Familiarity with local and international HSE regulations and standards. Good communication skills to liaise at different levels Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives. Attention to detail Cherry Professional are recruiting on behalf of their client Roles you may have applied for : Health & Safety Coordinator HSE Coordinator EHS Administrator EHS Coordinator H&S Administrator Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.

Manufacturing Engineer Permanent 32000 - 35000 per annum Annual Bonus Cherry Professional are recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer. You will be responsible for driving strategic continuous improvement of manufacturing processes throughout the business. Supported by the production team as a whole, you will expedite and control change throughout the factory in order to facilitate manufacturing excellence. Responsibilities: Optimisation of local Manufacturing processes to maximise efficiency and effectiveness Analysing and reporting on production processes, methods, schedules, downtime, cycle times, availability of machines and waste management Lead Strategic Improvement Projects from conception to completion, delivering an engaging change experience for the internal customer Leading root cause analysis when production processes vary from expected results Delivering change activities to improve manufacturing processes Driving Change and strengthening relationships between the Operations, Technical and Quality teams in order to facilitate and track changes Troubleshooting and providing support to operations as dictated by business needs Establishing and Validating Process Documentation Optimisation of local Manufacturing processes to maximise efficiency and effectiveness Ensure a clear and holistic understanding of internal and external customers expectations and aligning improvement solutions accordingly Supporting Capex Proposals and implementation of improvements Ideal Candidate: HNC/HND, or equivalent level in an engineering discipline, desirable Improvement Process Management Local Process Expertise and knowledge of manufacturing production and processes Experience of building strong internal and external customer relationships Decision maker and problem solver Attention to detail Ability to work as part of a team Cherry Professional are recruiting on behalf of their client Roles you may have applied for: Manufacturing Engineer Manufacturing Project Engineer Project Engineer NPI Engineer Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.

Join a dynamic team as an Accounts Payable Assistant and play a key role in ensuring smooth financial operations for a reputable firm. This full-time, 6-month Fixed Term Contract position offers an excellent chance to gain valuable experience within a collaborative environment, with the possibility of extension. Reporting directly to the Senior Management Accountant, you will be integral to supporting the day-to-day functioning of our Accounts Payable team, ensuring accurate processing and timely payments. Bring your attention to detail, eagerness to learn, and flexible approach to thrive in this vital finance support role. Collaborate with a dedicated team, develop your skills, and make a tangible impact on their financial processes. Required Skills: Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy Quick learner with a proactive attitude Strong communication skills across all levels Proficiency in Excel, including data entry and uploads Ability to work effectively in a team environment Flexible and curious mindset Nice to Have Skills: Previous experience with finance systems Exposure to accounts payable or finance administration Basic understanding of VAT and expense claims Experience handling supplier queries and credit card reconciliations Other Requirements: Ability to handle sensitive financial information confidentially Comfort with handling supplier communications and resolving queries Willingness to adapt to evolving processes and workflows If you are ready to elevate your finance career and contribute to a supportive, forward-thinking team, we want to hear from you! Cherry Professional are recruiting on behalf of their client. Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.

Project Planner Hybrid working Permanent Up to 42,000 Annual Bonus Cherry Professional are pleased to be working with their public sector client to support the recruitment of a Project Planner to join their dedicated team. Responsibilities: Lead on integrated planning / resource allocation working with the Performance and Reporting Manager and Programme / Project Managers. Maintain robust project schedules and ensure data accuracy. Support resource planning and assess supply chain schedules against contractual requirements. Provide first-line support for planning queries and liaise with business planning teams. Develop and maintain integrated project schedules across EPDO programmes. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure effective planning and resourcing. Monitor project progress, identifying and addressing slippages, deviations and risks. Deliver updates and impact analyses for informed decision-making. Ideal Candidate: Educated to Degree level in project Management, Business Administration, Engineering or Construction or with equivalent relevant experience in project and capacity planning. Experience of project planning and scheduling for across multiple projects Experience working within a structured governance framework and ensuring compliance with best practice. Experience in resource planning and capacity management. Demonstrable experience in developing and managing integrated project schedules. Cherry Professional are recruiting on behalf of their client Roles you may have applied for: Project Planner Construction Planner Planner Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.