Imperial Recruitment Group

Imperial Recruitment Group is delighted to announce that we are working on an exclusive and retained basis to appoint a Commercial Accountant on a permanent basis for a global leading organisation called William Hackett. Job Title: Commercial Accountant Location: Alnwick Package: Competitive basic + package Employment Opportunity: Permanent Overview of the role: The role will support both the financial control and commercial decision-making functions of the business by combining core management accounting responsibilities with a strong focus on commercial analysis. They will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, including reconciliations, accruals, forecasts, and management accounts, while also providing insight into performance, profitability, and risk. By working closely with business leaders, the role will contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and investment appraisal, as well as supporting bids, pricing decisions, and contract reviews. This position is designed to act as a bridge between finance and the wider business, delivering high-quality financial information and analysis that enables informed decision-making and drives sustainable growth. Key Responsibilities are but not limited to: Financial Control and Transactions Process foreign supplier payments and ensure accurate payment loading into the bank. Schedule urgent or manual payments where required and ensure proper authorisation. Raise and issue sales invoices and credit notes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contractual terms. Perform regular reconciliations, including bank-to-accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and intercompany reconciliations. Maintain the Chart of Accounts, ensuring suspense accounts and coding are reviewed and cleared. Monitor goods received not invoiced (GRNI), preparing reports and clearing balances monthly. Calculate stock in transit and process related journal postings. Prepare and post accruals, prepayments, depreciation, and management recharges. Record stock movements and ensure provisions are recognised as required. Management Accounting and Reporting Prepare and distribute the Weekly Sales Flash File to provide timely performance updates. Produce monthly management reports, including P&L, cash flow, and KPI reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Analyse variances between actual results, budgets, and forecasts, providing clear explanations to stakeholders. Report results by cost centre, project, and product/service line to support business decision-making. Track and report on sales growth, margin by product group, and customer profitability trends. Provide leadership team with insights and analysis to support day-to-day decision-making. Build the annual budget in collaboration with business managers and update rolling forecasts on a regular basis. Prepare weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts and communicate updates to leadership. Commercial Finance and Business Support Support bids and pricing decisions through margin analysis and profitability reviews. Review customer contracts and assist in structuring commercial deals. Model business cases for new projects and investments, highlighting key risks and returns. Perform investment appraisals using ROI, NPV, and IRR to support capital expenditure and project decisions. Assess profitability by product, service, or customer segment to inform strategic choices. Audit Work with auditors by preparing reconciliations, schedules, and explanations as requested. To be considered for this fantastic opportunity you will have: Strong understanding of management accounting principles, including accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and variance analysis. Good knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes. Commercial awareness with the ability to analyse profitability, pricing, and investment opportunities. Experience in preparing and interpreting financial and management reports (P&L, cash flow, KPIs). Strong analytical skills with the ability to model business cases and assess ROI, NPV, and IRR. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, financial models) and confidence using accounting/ERP systems. High level of accuracy and attention to detail when working with financial data. Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders. Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Problem-solving ability with a proactive approach to improving processes. Experience of working with auditors and understanding of audit requirements. Knowledge of tax compliance and handling queries from authorities (desirable). Team player with the confidence to challenge, influence, and support decision-making. Positive, self-motivated attitude with a focus on delivering high-quality work. For more information on this fantastic opportunity please contact Adam Pearson at Imperial Recruitment Group. Imperial Recruitment Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process.

Imperial Recruitment Group is delighted to announce that we are working on an exclusive and retained basis to appoint a Commercial Accountant on a permanent basis for a global leading organisation called William Hackett. Job Title: Commercial Accountant Location: Cradley Heath Package: Competitive basic + package Employment Opportunity: Permanent Overview of the role: The role will support both the financial control and commercial decision-making functions of the business by combining core management accounting responsibilities with a strong focus on commercial analysis. They will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, including reconciliations, accruals, forecasts, and management accounts, while also providing insight into performance, profitability, and risk. By working closely with business leaders, the role will contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and investment appraisal, as well as supporting bids, pricing decisions, and contract reviews. This position is designed to act as a bridge between finance and the wider business, delivering high-quality financial information and analysis that enables informed decision-making and drives sustainable growth. Key Responsibilities are but not limited to: Financial Control and Transactions Process foreign supplier payments and ensure accurate payment loading into the bank. Schedule urgent or manual payments where required and ensure proper authorisation. Raise and issue sales invoices and credit notes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contractual terms. Perform regular reconciliations, including bank-to-accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and intercompany reconciliations. Maintain the Chart of Accounts, ensuring suspense accounts and coding are reviewed and cleared. Monitor goods received not invoiced (GRNI), preparing reports and clearing balances monthly. Calculate stock in transit and process related journal postings. Prepare and post accruals, prepayments, depreciation, and management recharges. Record stock movements and ensure provisions are recognised as required. Management Accounting and Reporting Prepare and distribute the Weekly Sales Flash File to provide timely performance updates. Produce monthly management reports, including P&L, cash flow, and KPI reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Analyse variances between actual results, budgets, and forecasts, providing clear explanations to stakeholders. Report results by cost centre, project, and product/service line to support business decision-making. Track and report on sales growth, margin by product group, and customer profitability trends. Provide leadership team with insights and analysis to support day-to-day decision-making. Build the annual budget in collaboration with business managers and update rolling forecasts on a regular basis. Prepare weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts and communicate updates to leadership. Commercial Finance and Business Support Support bids and pricing decisions through margin analysis and profitability reviews. Review customer contracts and assist in structuring commercial deals. Model business cases for new projects and investments, highlighting key risks and returns. Perform investment appraisals using ROI, NPV, and IRR to support capital expenditure and project decisions. Assess profitability by product, service, or customer segment to inform strategic choices. Audit Work with auditors by preparing reconciliations, schedules, and explanations as requested. To be considered for this fantastic opportunity you will have: Strong understanding of management accounting principles, including accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and variance analysis. Good knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes. Commercial awareness with the ability to analyse profitability, pricing, and investment opportunities. Experience in preparing and interpreting financial and management reports (P&L, cash flow, KPIs). Strong analytical skills with the ability to model business cases and assess ROI, NPV, and IRR. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, financial models) and confidence using accounting/ERP systems. High level of accuracy and attention to detail when working with financial data. Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders. Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Problem-solving ability with a proactive approach to improving processes. Experience of working with auditors and understanding of audit requirements. Knowledge of tax compliance and handling queries from authorities (desirable). Team player with the confidence to challenge, influence, and support decision-making. Positive, self-motivated attitude with a focus on delivering high-quality work. For more information on this fantastic opportunity please contact Adam Pearson at Imperial Recruitment Group. Imperial Recruitment Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process.

Administrator Location: Alnwick Hourly Pay: Negoitable Hours: 40 hours per week - Monday - Friday Type: Permanent Role & responsibilities Main Duty - Process quotations & orders the business receives through different communication platforms. This may involve entering complete order details into a computerised accounting system for easy tracking of costs and profits. This position is also responsible for getting payment information from customers to process orders. They keep a record of all transactions for proper monitoring. Providing customer service - Order processors may also help address and solve customer complaints and enquiries. They can handle simple customer queries about product information, the status of an order, or the estimated time of delivery. For other concerns, they can forward these to the correct department for proper handling. Monitoring inventory - This role is also responsible for making sure there are sufficient stocks to fulfil all customer orders. They may place requests and orders for stock replenishment to suppliers or manufacturers. Tracking delivery and shipment - The role also reviews order forms to make sure they have all pertinent information. They prepare documents relevant to customer orders and apply proper labels to packages for shipping or delivery. They may also check the status of orders and maintain shipping and delivery records for accurate monitoring. Skills Technical or hard skills - Refer to your ability to complete tasks using technology and software. Non-technical or soft skills describe your ability to work with others professionally. Some of the important skills for this position include: - Conscientious, good team player, enthusiastic, organised, efficient, accurate, passionate. - Computer Literate. - Confident communicator, including verbal, written and telephone communication. Attention to detail - Gathering correct information is essential to your position. Your tasks may involve encoding correct customer details and inputting accurate payment information. Your excellent attention to detail is important because this allows you to ensure your processed orders are correct and the customers receive the products they requested. Teamworking - It's important to know how to prioritise tasks and organise their workday, enabling them to accomplish their duties on time. With strong organisational skills, you can better manage your schedule, making it easier to perform your responsibilities. These skills also allow you to organise inventory and product shipments. Communication - This role interacts with customers, colleagues, suppliers, or manufacturers daily, therefore possessing excellent communication skills can help the role holder convey the information they're requiring. Your customers may have questions about the products or services the company offers or they may call you to file a complaint. Also, effective communication helps build rapport with the organisation's stakeholders. Multitasking - You may be responsible for many tasks within the team. Your organisational skills and ability to multitask can help you complete all your duties accurately and on time. A typical workday for you may include taking phone calls, answering e-mails, processing data, processing orders, and corresponding with customers. Multitasking can enable you to do these activities while remaining organised. Desirable Experience Ideally one to two years of experience in sales order processing, and also any customer service-related skills would be advantageous. Please get in touch with Imperial Recruitment Group for more information. Imperial Recruitment Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process.

Imperial Recruitment Group are delighted to be supporting our client in the recruitment of their Operations Administration team, to support internal functions. Working hours: Monday to Friday 7am - 4pm, 1 hour break per day. Duties of the role will include: Welcome and greet staff, visitors and customers at reception Ensuring all visitors to site are fully inducted with relevant paperwork completed Handle general incoming telephone calls, and in person enquiries Directing calls and enquiries to appropriate person Undertake general office admin duties including incoming and outgoing mail Assisting departments in PO requisitions Supporting with on-site events Control and monitor office supplies Supporting management with administrative tasks The ideal candidate must have: Excellent attention to detail Excellent computer skills and working knowledge of ms office Ability to lone work and in a team Previous experience within office administration is essential.

Health and Safety Trainer/ Lecturer Salary: Up to 51,500 + Car Allowance Role Purpose: To lead in providing high-quality vocational education and training for all learners that reflect the specialist knowledge, skills and behaviours required in industry and by external awarding organisations. This position entails instructing Site Safety Plus courses, focusing on construction safety, at various locations including hotels, company offices, and occasionally our clients' college premises. We're seeking a Health and Safety Trainer for the South East of England/London, although applicants from other regions will also be considered. Responsibilities Lead curriculum teams in integrating Ofsted EIF/SDS requirements into daily teaching, learning, and assessment. Support new vocational instructors and assessors during induction and probation, addressing specific needs. Offer tailored support to instructors and assessors identified for development through teaching observations. Conduct Learning Walks to monitor teaching quality in the curriculum area. Participate in Desk Top Evaluations and quality reviews, aiding managers and the quality team. Deliver CPD sessions on teaching, learning, and assessment. Develop and deliver Personal Development lessons for all learners. Coordinate with Awarding Bodies and End Point Assessment Organizations as needed. Plan and deliver engaging practical and theory lessons aligned with industry standards and the Teaching, Learning, and Assessment Strategy. Create inclusive teaching resources and provide individualised support based on initial assessments. Offer regular feedback to learners to support improvement. Track learner progress using the Learner Management System. Develop learners' personal, English, maths, and digital skills. Collaborate with Apprenticeship Development Coaches and participate in learner reviews. Implement strategies to support learners at risk of falling behind. Offer career progression guidance to learners. Ensure adherence to safeguarding policies and foster a safe learning environment. Promote health and safety compliance among learners. Maintain relationships with industry professionals and stakeholders. Attend workshops, conferences, and training sessions to stay updated. Exhibit positive behaviours and attitudes towards colleagues and learners. Requirements A suitable candidate will need to have one of the following qualifications: NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Safety and Health NVQ/SVQ Level 5 in Occupational Safety and Health Health and Safety degree NEBOSH Diploma Occupational Safety and Health Diploma Safety Management Level 6. As well as one of the above qualifications, trainers must also hold the following: A formal training qualification, equivalent to a Level 3 Award in education and training (AET) or CITB recognised exemption. For new trainers, a current certificate at or above the level of course the trainer is delivering must have been achieved. (i.e. SMSTS). For renewing trainers, demonstrable CPD records in lieu of a current course certificate. Able to demonstrate a minimum of three years of occupational experience in a construction management role. Please get in touch with Imperial Recruitment Group for more information. Imperial Recruitment Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process.

HR Advisor Imperial Professionals are delighted to announce that we are working in partnership with a very established large manufacturer who are recruiting for a HR Advisor on initially a FTC for 12 months but has the potential to extend to a permanent one after this period. Salary: 40,000 - 50,000 Contract Type: Fixed Term (12 month) Location: Newton Aycliffe Hours: Full Time Role purpose To provide HR expertise to all employees and the Head of HR in the full HR lifecycle across the We Are Rise Brands business, including leading on Employee Relations, being the first line support for managers and peers and supporting on designated HR projects. Key responsibilities Core HR and Employee relations To provide first line generalist HR advice and support on terms and conditions, HR policies and procedures and any employee queries To coach, support, mentor and develop managers in the application of HR policies and practices, provide advice and guidance on complex HR issues in order to minimise risk and encourage positive employee relations In liaison with people managers, provide advice and guidance on job design, recruitment, on boarding, restructuring and redeployment processes, advising on best practice, company procedures and appropriate legislation To lead the facilitation and execution of ER casework Provide advice and guidance on occupational health referrals, absence management issues and return to work cases to managers Develop policies and procedures and ensure compliance with legislative updates Requirements Comprehensive experience as an HR Advisor (or similar role) Strong generalist understanding of HR function with knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines (ER, employee engagement and well-being, performance management, policy design and implementation) Experience resolving complex employee relations issues Experience of managing payroll inputs Good HRMS knowledge/reporting skills Strong UK Employment law knowledge and best practice CIPD qualification is desirable For more information on this opportunity please feel free to contact Anthony Antoniou at Imperial Professionals. Due to the high volume of applications that we receive we may not be able to respond to every application, however, if you do not get a response within 7 days, please consider your application for this opportunity unsuccessful but we will keep your details on file for other opportunities.

Imperial Recruitment Group are delighted to announce that we are working in partnership with Sembcorp Energy UK who are recruiting for an IT-OT Security Specialist on a permanent basis. Salary: Competitive Contract Type: Permanent Location: Wilton International Hours: Full Time Job Purpose This role works alongside the Cyber and Security Manager, coordinating with the ITSM team, to help embrace the development of a Cyber Resilience and Secure by design system. The ultimate goal is to build a unified team capable of performing all tasks in conjunction with the ITSM (NOC Manager) and Cyber and Security Manager (SOC Manager) to enable and underpin critical business services. This role is part of an out of hours support rota. Responsibilities: Accountable for the execution of Sembcorp s information security program thereby keeping IT (Information Technology) and OT (Operational Technology) assets safe from internal and external threats. Accountable for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of company information resources by implementing and maintaining security controls, performing comprehensive security incident response, engaging in proactive threat assessment, mitigation planning, incident trend analysis, and security architecture review. Accountable for gap analysis and regular audits of OT environments to ensure compliance with company security requirements and industry security standards. Accountable for complex and speedy troubleshooting to minimise any network security threats to the company. Provide 2nd line IT support when and where required. IT Security Incident Management Coordinate and carry out the security incident management lifecycle including preparation, detection and analysis, containment, eradication and recovery. Coordinate incident handling and contingency planning activities. Incorporate lessons learned from ongoing incident handling activities into incident response procedures, training, and testing and implement resulting changes accordingly. Manage escalations in or out of normal business hours liaising with global internal and external service providers. Security Operations Daily support and security auditing of the firewall landscape. Support and audit remote access to internal company resources. Create and implement network hardening guidelines and procedures Maintain current awareness of technology trends, and act as a valued Subject Matter Expert in selecting and designing new solutions. Knowledge & Experience: Experience in managing: Windows 10, Microsoft Office 365 (SharePoint and Exchange Online in particular), Active Directory Good knowledge of GPO deployment and configuration Understanding of Firewall technologies Ability to troubleshoot IT related issues Understanding of industrial control systems HMI/SCADA Understanding of industrial control systems communication protocols Networking knowledge covering LAN/VLAN/WAN technologies A sound range of IT/OT skills, which need to be kept up to date in line with IT/OT developments in the business. Demonstrate the ability to acquire and apply new technical knowledge, be able to work without close supervision Understand NIST Understand ISO 27001 Cyber Resilience Disaster Recovery For more information on this opportunity please feel free to contact Imperial Recruitment Group. Imperial Recruitment Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process.