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Financial Controller Thirsk Up to £70,000 DOE Ever felt ready to take the reins properly? This is one of those roles where you can. This is a full-time Financial Controller position with hybrid working, reporting into an experienced FD who knows how to build, not just manage. You'll be stepping into a genuine "first FC" role with the backing, autonomy and headroom to make it your own. You'll be joining a business that's not standing still. They've already delivered significant growth over the past few years and have no intention of slowing down. That momentum creates opportunity real influence, real visibility, and real progression if you want it. As Financial Controller, you'll take ownership of the finance function. That means leading month-end, managing and developing a capable team, and driving improvements across reporting, controls and processes. You'll also play a key role in budgeting, forecasting and cashflow, while partnering with the FD on strategic projects as the business continues to scale. The culture here matters. It's collaborative, ambitious and grounded. People are trusted to get on with things, ideas are listened to, and there's a genuine focus on development. The FD is commercially sharp, supportive, and invested in helping you grow not someone who'll sit over your shoulder. You'll need a solid background in financial or management accounting, ideally within a fast-paced or growing environment. Experience leading or mentoring others would help, but it's more about your mindset you'll need the confidence to step up, challenge and influence. ACA, ACCA or CIMA would be ideal, but strong QBE candidates will absolutely be considered. What's on offer: Salary up to £70,000 Full-time role with hybrid working 25 days holiday plus bank holidays A genuine opportunity to shape a function and grow with the business Clear development and progression as the company continues to expand If you're looking for a role where you can make a mark, grow your career, and be part of something going somewhere this is worth a conversation. Click apply now.

Bursar / Director of Finance & Operations Halifax £60,000 - £80,000 This isn't a narrow finance role - and it's not a purely operational one either. This is a senior leadership position within a well-established independent school, offering the opportunity to take real ownership of the organisation's financial and operational functions at a pivotal point in its development. The role sits on the Leadership Team and works closely with the Head and Governors, taking responsibility for finance, operations, HR, risk, compliance and estates. The breadth is significant, the expectations are high, and the impact is meaningful. This position is fully office-based in the Halifax area. The role: Reporting to Governors via the Head, you will play a key part in shaping and delivering the School Development Plan and ensuring the school remains financially sustainable, operationally sound and strategically aligned. Your responsibilities will include: Leadership of Finance, IT, HR and Operations functions Preparation of annual budgets, 3-year forecasts and long-term business plans Providing financial insight and management information to senior leadership and governors Oversight of payroll, asset management and financial policies Leadership and development of business support teams Acting as a member of the Finance, Audit & Risk Sub-Committees Ownership of risk management, audit, health & safety and regulatory compliance Acting as the key liaison with statutory and regulatory bodies Strategic oversight of estates, buildings, grounds and facilities Supporting capital projects, contracts, lettings and long-term planning This is an all-round leadership role - combining hands-on delivery with strategic input. What they're looking for: The school is open to individuals from different professional backgrounds, provided they bring the credibility, judgement and leadership style required at this level. You may come from a strong finance-led background, or from a broader operational or commercial leadership role. You'll ideally demonstrate: Senior leadership and management experience Strong financial awareness and understanding of organisational drivers Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders, boards or governors Experience operating in complex, high-expectation environments The ability to lead teams, manage risk and deliver change Excellent communication, organisation and decision-making skills Absolute discretion and professionalism Experience in an educational setting is desirable but not essential. Salary & structure: The salary reflects the breadth of the role and is structured as follows: £65,000 - £80,000 for candidates bringing a strong finance background and the ability to lead the financial strategy directly £60,000 - £65,000 for candidates whose strengths sit more heavily in operations, governance and leadership, with finance supported at a senior level In both cases, this remains a senior, trusted position within the Leadership Team. Why this role stands out: Key leadership role with genuine influence Broad remit across finance, operations, HR, risk and estates High visibility with senior leadership and governors Long-term, stable opportunity within a respected institution Significant scope to shape how the organisation operates If you're looking for a senior role with substance, responsibility and long-term impact - this is well worth a conversation.

Interim Finance Manager / Finance Lead £275-£325 per day 6-9 Months Hybrid - York Are you a hands-on finance professional who thrives in SMEs where you can take full ownership and make an immediate impact? If you enjoy working closely with senior leadership, improving processes, and bringing clarity to cash and forecasting, this could be a great fit. We're partnering with an innovative, PE-backed SME based in York that is going through a period of transition following the departure of its Finance Manager. This is a standalone, high-autonomy interim role, focused on stabilising the finance function and supporting the business through a key period. The Role You'll step in as the lead finance contact, owning the full finance function and supporting decision-making at board level. Month-End Close: Delivering a fast, accurate close (target WD3) and producing management accounts Board Reporting: Preparing monthly finance packs and presenting to senior stakeholders Cash Flow Management: Owning forecasting and cash control (critical focus area) Business Planning: Supporting forward-looking analysis with senior leadership Financial Modelling: Updating pricing, trade assumptions, and sales forecasts Audit Management: Leading the audit process and coordinating external stakeholders Inventory Accounting: Managing stock and inventory controls Process Improvement: Simplifying processes (including invoicing) and improving reporting This is a hands-on, end-to-end role where you'll need to balance detail with commercial insight. What We're Looking For Strong SME finance background with end-to-end ownership experience Confident delivering month-end quickly and accurately Advanced Excel skills (core to the role) Experience with inventory accounting Comfortable presenting at board level and influencing senior stakeholders Proactive, hands-on, and solutions-focused Desirable: Manufacturing or product-based business experience Experience in cash-sensitive or PE-backed environments Audit coordination experience Why Join? This is a great opportunity to step into a true No.1 finance role in a growing, innovative business. You'll have full ownership of finance, direct exposure to senior leadership, and the chance to make a meaningful impact during a key period of change. With flexibility on working pattern and scope for extension, it's an ideal role for an experienced interim who enjoys autonomy and challenge. Location: York (hybrid) Rate: £275-£325 per day Contract: 6-9 months (potential to extend or go permanent)- will consider more experienced candidates on a part-time basis Start: ASAP If you're a hands-on finance professional who enjoys ownership, pace, and making a difference quickly, hit apply.

Ever wanted to be more than just the numbers person? Finance Business Partner East Yorkshire Up to £70,000 DOE This Finance Business Partner role gives you a real seat at the table - not just a spreadsheet in the corner. You'll be joining a well-established manufacturing business based in Driffield, offering up to £70,000 plus hybrid working (2 days from home), a solid benefits package, and the chance to make a tangible impact on how the business grows and performs. You'll work closely with senior leaders across operations, sales and supply chain, helping them understand what the numbers actually mean - and how they can make better decisions because of them. This isn't a reporting-only role. It's about translating financial insight into commercial action. Day to day, you'll build budgets and forecasts, track performance, challenge assumptions, and spot trends before they become problems. You'll also play a key role in project analysis, investment appraisals and continuous improvement initiatives - the kind of stuff that makes a finance function genuinely strategic. You'll need to be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a strong grounding in management accounts or business partnering, ideally within a manufacturing or product-based environment. You'll be confident presenting to senior stakeholders and comfortable digging into the operational side of finance. In return, you'll get: Up to £70,000 salary Hybrid working (2 days from home) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension and private healthcare Genuine autonomy and visibility across the business If you've been looking for a Finance Business Partner role where you can shape decisions, not just report on them, this could be the one. Click Apply Now and let's talk about how this Finance Business Partner position could move your career forward.