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Financial Controller Rotherham £55,000 Permanent Hybrid Working - 4 Days Office / 1 Day Home We're working with an established SME manufacturing business based in Rotherham who are looking to appoint a hands-on Financial Controller to take ownership of their finance function. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager or Financial Controller who enjoys a varied role, combining day-to-day financial management with management accounting, commercial reporting and involvement in wider business decisions. You'll have responsibility for the smooth running of the finance function, producing accurate financial information, improving processes and working closely with senior stakeholders to support the business. Key Responsibilities - Taking ownership of the day-to-day finance function and accounting operations. - Producing monthly management accounts, including detailed P&L analysis and commentary. - Preparing cash flow forecasts and monitoring financial performance. - Producing financial reports and board packs, attending board meetings where required. - Overseeing transactional finance, including purchase ledger, sales ledger, invoicing and bank reconciliations. - Managing credit control, debt collection and cash management. - Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring strong financial controls. - Identifying opportunities to improve processes, reporting and overall efficiencies. - Providing financial analysis and insight to support senior management with business decisions. About You - Previous experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or in a similar hands-on finance role. - Strong management accounting experience, including P&L reporting and cash flow forecasting. - Comfortable overseeing transactional finance alongside higher-level reporting and analysis. - Advanced Excel skills and experience using Sage or QuickBooks. - Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail. - Organised, proactive and comfortable managing competing priorities. - Confident communicating financial information to senior stakeholders. The Opportunity This role would suit someone who enjoys being involved in all aspects of finance rather than focusing purely on reporting. You'll have the opportunity to take real ownership, work closely with senior management and play an important part in supporting the business. If you're an experienced Finance Manager looking for that next step, or an established Financial Controller who enjoys a hands-on SME environment, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Production Operative Eccleshall £31,500 including shift allowance Rotating Shifts (Days and Nights) Week 1 - 06:45hrs to 19:00hrs Monday to Thursday (4 days) Week 2 18:45hrs to 07:00hrs Monday to Wednesday (3 nights) SF Recruitment are recruiting for a Production Operative to join a manufacturing business based in Eccleshall. This is a hands-on production role operating machinery, monitoring performance and quality, and helping ensure production targets are achieved safely and efficiently. The Role Working as part of the production team, you will be responsible for: - Setting up and operating machinery in line with standard operating procedures - Monitoring machine performance and recording hourly production data - Identifying and resolving production or quality issues - Escalating faults or performance issues when additional support is required - Completing production records to maintain full product traceability - Carrying out cleaning and maintaining good housekeeping standards - Supporting technical trials and production projects - Identifying opportunities to reduce downtime and material waste - Contributing to continuous improvement activity - Maintaining 5S standards across the working area - Working in line with quality, health & safety and environmental procedures The Production Operative - What We're Looking For We are looking for someone with previous experience working within a manufacturing or production environment who is comfortable operating machinery and working a rotating day/night shift pattern. You will need to be comfortable working to production targets while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. If you have manufacturing experience and are looking for a permanent production role, please apply for further information.

Job Title: Payroll Lead Department: Finance / HR Location: Aylesbury Reports To: Financial Controller / HR Manager System Used: Moorepay Payroll We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Lead to take ownership of the end-to-end payroll process. Working with the Moorepay payroll system, you will ensure accurate, compliant, and timely payroll delivery for all employees, while acting as the key point of contact for payroll queries, audits, and process improvements. The role will also support the wider finance team with month end activities and daily cash book entries. Key Responsibilities - Manage the full end-to-end payroll cycle using Moorepay for hourly and salary paid employees. - Ensure all payroll data (hours, overtime, bonuses, shift premiums, allowances, new starters, leavers, and contractual changes) is accurately captured and processed. - Liaise with HR, Finance, and departmental managers to validate time and attendance data, resolving discrepancies promptly. - Oversee payroll compliance with HMRC legislation, including PAYE, NI, pensions auto-enrolment, statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP), and RTI submissions. - Maintain accurate payroll records and support internal and external audits. - Administer pension schemes, ensuring correct deductions and submissions to providers. - Process year-end activities, including P60s, P11Ds, and statutory reporting. - Act as the first point of contact for employee payroll and benefits queries, providing clear and professional support. - Work with Moorepay's support team to resolve system issues and optimise system functionality. - Lead continuous improvement of payroll processes, enhancing accuracy, efficiency, and controls. - Produce payroll reports for Finance and HR, supporting budgeting, forecasting, and analysis. - Process daily cashbook receipts and support finance month end activities in closing jobs in ERP system. - Ensure all ONS requests are provided on time. - Ensure strict confidentiality and secure handling of payroll data. Skills & Experience Required - Proven experience in a payroll lead or senior payroll role, ideally within a manufacturing or engineering environment. - Strong working knowledge of the Moorepay payroll system (essential). - Solid understanding of UK payroll legislation and best practices. - Experience handling shift-based and overtime-heavy payrolls. - High attention to detail and strong numerical accuracy. - Excellent organisational and time-management skills. - Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain payroll matters clearly to employees and managers. - Proficiency in Excel (lookups, pivot tables, and data validation desirable). - Ability to work independently and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Desirable Attributes - Experience working with time & attendance systems. - Knowledge of manufacturing sector pay structures and processes. - Ability to identify and implement process improvements. - Familiarity with payroll-related HR and Finance workflows. This is a temporary - permanent role, working in the office 5 days a week in Aylesbury. Hours are 830am-5pm Mon - Thurs and 8.30am - 2pm on a Friday . The role is to start asap

SF Partners are supporting a scaling city centre based business in recruiting a Social Media Manager to join their evolving team. This is a really exciting opportunity to join this organisation on their trajectory of growth, and to be the face of their marketing outreach. Salary: £35,000-£40,000 Working pattern: full time Monday to Friday with regular travel to locations across the UK for content shoots What you'll do - Own and evolve the social strategy. Take our existing playbook across Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, stress-test what's working, and set the plan for the next phase of growth. Keep LinkedIn and emerging platforms in view where they fit the audience. - Lead the Founding Circle. Launch and grow our community across its four roles: Ambassadors, Influencers, Partner Voices and UGC Creators. Recruit and onboard members, brief them clearly, manage the relationships day to day, and make sure their content is on-brand and compliant. - Create content that performs. Plan, script, film and edit short-form video and social content end to end, from quick-turnaround trend content to planned series and campaigns. Make auctions simple to understand, in plain English with no jargon or hype. - Be a face of the brand. Appear on camera with confidence, alongside the creators and colleagues you bring in front of the lens. - Build an engaged community. Respond to comments and messages, spark conversation, and turn followers into buyers, sellers and advocates. - Listen and spot what's next. Track trends, platform changes, competitor activity and audience conversations, and turn them into ideas we can act on while they're still live. - Measure and optimise. Own social reporting each month. Go beyond reach and followers to show how social drives engagement, registrations and leads, and use the data to decide what to do more and less of. - Work across the business. Social is your corner to own, but you'll back everyone else's too. Work with colleagues in the Growth Marketing team, and the Auction Sales Team and Customer Success Team to deliver joined-up campaigns, especially around new stock, auction events and new product launches. Where the role is heading This role is designed to grow with the business. As social and the Founding Circle scale, we expect you to: - Build a social team. Help shape the structure, hire the right people and lead them day to day. - Lead the community. Grow the Founding Circle from a launch programme into a lasting community that members are proud to be part of. - Set the standard. Create the processes, briefs, guidelines and ways of working that let social scale without losing quality or brand consistency. We're looking for someone who wants to be hands-on now and has the ambition and potential to lead later.

SF Partners are supporting a prestigious charity in the recruitment of an interim Finance Manager. This role is responsible for ensuring that the finances of the charity are well managed and communicated in a timely manner to the to the Board of Trustees and those responsible for its finances. This is a part time position - 3 days per week. 3 month assignment with the potential to convert to a permanent contract. - Ensure the timely preparation of budgets, monthly management accounts and other financial information, including summary commentary and cash and fund balance reporting - Preparation of the statutory accounts for audit ensuring it meets regulatory requirements (excluding non-financial narrative content) - Lead on the annual financial audit, liaising with auditors and providing requested evidence to ensure a satisfactory outcome - If required for tax purposes, set up and provision of the finance service for a separate trading company - Responsibility for the General Ledger, its balances, reconciliations and chart of accounts, and postings of journals including prepayments, accruals, depreciation and fund accounting adjustments - Supervision of the financial systems and systems of internal financial control - Ensure appropriate accounting for investments (excluding property) and support in developing an investment strategy. - General financial support to management and leadership offering a business partnering service which builds commercial competence - Support the Cathedral in the creation and monitoring of a 5-Year Plan - Review and monitor reserves policy, ensuring sufficient reserves to stay within this policy bringing and/or advise the trustees on necessary actions to do so - Support the year end stock take

SF Recruitment are working with a global business based in Birmingham City Centre who are looking to recruit a Rate Account Manager to join their growing team. This role sits within their corporate Birmingham City Centre offices with hybrid working available, and the role has opportunities for progression. Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 Working pattern: full time hybrid 3 days from the office, 2 from home Job Purpose To provide a comprehensive Rate Account Management role within the Rating Team and to contribute in the success of the Department. Main Responsibilities -Managing, maintaining and updating the rate account portfolio of assigned client or clients -Responsible for maintaining the Rating System (CRS) for assigned client or clients -Checking, calculating, querying and authorising Business Rate, Council Tax and BID demands -Recording, allocating and ensuring refunds are received and banked in accordance with RICS regulations -Liaising with Billing Authorities, Surveyors and Clients regarding lettings, assignments, surrenders, vacations, RV changes, splits or mergers and ensuring that CRS reflects these changes -Dealing with Summons, Liability Orders and Civil Enforcement Agents -Assisting the Team Manager with general responsibilities when required -To manage the clients service level agreements, expectations and provide an efficient and well-rounded service. -Work as a client contact, providing advice, support, reporting function and attending client meetings. -Carrying out any other reasonable management requests including answering phones and general office duties if required -To be aware of and comply with company and statutory requirements regarding health and safety, fire and hygiene Key skills -Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal -A professional and flexible approach to workload -Must be a team player with a positive and helpful attitude towards work colleagues -Must be able to work on own initiative -Eager to learn and develop skills -Competent in Microsoft Excel and Word

The Opportunity We are working with an established manufacturing business seeking an experienced and proactive Supply Chain Materials Manager to take ownership of materials management, supply planning and inventory optimisation at its UK manufacturing facility. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on supply chain professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys driving operational improvements, developing teams and implementing lean supply chain principles. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring material availability, improving supplier replenishment processes, reducing inventory and supporting production efficiency. A key focus of the position will be developing and implementing a Plan for Every Part (PFEP) strategy, introducing effective Kanban and pull replenishment systems, and driving improvements identified through Value Stream Mapping (VSM). This role would suit someone with strong materials planning experience, excellent analytical capabilities and a proven track record of delivering measurable improvements across manufacturing supply chains. Key Responsibilities Materials Management & Supply Planning Take full ownership of materials management and supply planning, ensuring the availability of materials to support production requirements. Develop and maintain robust supply plans aligned with manufacturing schedules, supplier lead times and customer demand. Proactively identify material shortages, supply risks and potential disruptions, implementing effective recovery plans. Collaborate closely with Production Planning, Purchasing and Manufacturing to ensure continuity of supply. Maintain accurate ERP/MRP data, planning parameters and supplier schedules to support effective material control. Coordinate material availability for new product introductions, engineering changes and product discontinuations. Inventory Management & Optimisation Drive improvements in inventory management, stock accuracy and working capital performance. Review and optimise safety stocks, reorder points, minimum order quantities and replenishment parameters. Identify opportunities to reduce excess and obsolete stock while maintaining production continuity. Implement effective inventory control processes to minimise shortages, unnecessary expediting and overstocking. Work closely with Finance and Operations to monitor inventory performance against agreed targets. Lean Supply Chain & Continuous Improvement Lead the development, implementation and ongoing management of Plan for Every Part (PFEP) across the manufacturing operation. Translate Value Stream Mapping initiatives into practical improvements in material flow, replenishment and inventory efficiency. Evaluate existing materials planning processes and introduce appropriate Kanban, pull replenishment and lean manufacturing principles . Identify where traditional MRP planning remains appropriate and where alternative replenishment methods can improve performance. Work alongside Manufacturing and Logistics teams to improve material presentation, storage, delivery frequency and point-of-use replenishment. Apply root cause analysis and continuous improvement techniques to eliminate recurring shortages and inefficient processes. Supplier Management & Performance Work collaboratively with Purchasing and key suppliers to improve material availability, delivery reliability and replenishment performance. Monitor supplier commitments, lead times, overdue deliveries and potential supply chain risks. Support improvements in supplier scheduling, delivery frequency and replenishment arrangements. Develop effective shortage recovery processes, ensuring clear accountability and timely resolution. Build strong working relationships across internal departments and external supply partners. Leadership & Team Development Lead, motivate and develop a team of Supply Planners, promoting accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. Establish clear objectives, responsibilities and performance measures across the materials planning function. Coach and support team members in materials management, ERP/MRP systems, lean principles and effective problem-solving. Drive a proactive, data-led culture focused on material availability, inventory optimisation and operational excellence. Provide clear reporting and updates to senior leadership on supply chain performance, challenges and improvement initiatives. Key Priorities The successful candidate will initially focus on: Reviewing existing materials planning processes and identifying opportunities for improvement. Establishing clear performance measures for material availability, inventory levels and supplier delivery performance. Developing and prioritising a comprehensive Plan for Every Part (PFEP). Strengthening shortage management and recovery processes. Reviewing ERP/MRP planning parameters and inventory exposure. Identifying opportunities to introduce Kanban and pull replenishment systems. Suppor

SF Partners are supporting an established Shrewsbury SW1 based business that are looking to recruit a Technical Sales and Service Coordinator on a permanent basis. Salary: £35,000-£45,000 Working pattern: full time site based We are seeking an experienced Technical Sales and Service Co-Ordinator to provide professional support to customers and internal departments throughout the sales and service process. The successful candidate will have previous experience in a similar role, the ability to interpret technical drawings, and a proven track record of providing technical advice, coordinating appointments, resolving customer issues, and arranging collections and deliveries. Proficiency in SAP is essential. Key Responsibilities - Respond promptly and professionally to customer enquiries, providing accurate technical and product information. - Read, interpret and apply technical drawings, specifications and associated documentation. - Advise customers on appropriate products, services and technical solutions in accordance with their requirements. - Prepare, process and follow up quotations, orders and service-related documentation. - Arrange and co-ordinate customer appointments, site visits, installations, inspections and service callouts. - Arrange the collection and delivery of products, equipment and materials in liaison with customers, drivers, suppliers and relevant internal departments. - Monitor orders and service requests, providing customers with timely updates regarding progress, delivery schedules and any changes. - Investigate and resolve customer queries and service issues efficiently, escalating complex matters where appropriate. - Maintain accurate customer, order, delivery and service records within SAP and other relevant business systems. - Work collaboratively with the sales, service, warehouse, transport and technical teams to ensure the efficient operation of day-to-day activities. - Provide support with stock management, returns, warranty claims and after-sales service processes as required. - Ensure that all activities are conducted in accordance with company procedures, regulatory requirements and established customer service Desirable Experience - Experience within an engineering, manufacturing, construction, industrial or other technical environment. - Experience coordinating deliveries, collections, installations or field-service activities. - Familiarity with quotations, purchase orders, sales orders, returns and warranty processes. - A relevant technical qualification or industry-specific training.

The Opportunity We are recruiting for an organised and proactive Stock Control & Purchasing Coordinator to join an established organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in purchasing, stock control and inventory management who enjoys working in a hands-on, operational environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate stock records, coordinating purchasing activities, managing supplier deliveries and ensuring materials, products and equipment are available when required. You will use SAP and Microsoft Excel to support inventory accuracy, purchasing efficiency and operational performance. Key Responsibilities Stock Control & Inventory Management Monitor stock levels and ensure materials and products are available to meet operational requirements. Maintain accurate inventory records using SAP and other relevant systems. Investigate stock discrepancies, shortages and delivery issues. Conduct regular stock checks and support periodic stocktakes. Monitor excess, obsolete and slow-moving stock, identifying opportunities to improve inventory efficiency. Ensure stock movements and goods receipts are recorded accurately. Purchasing & Supplier Coordination Raise and process purchase orders in line with business requirements. Obtain supplier quotations and support purchasing decisions. Monitor outstanding orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery. Review supplier pricing, lead times and delivery performance. Resolve purchasing and delivery discrepancies, escalating issues where necessary. Maintain accurate supplier and purchasing records. Administration & Reporting Prepare purchasing, stock and supplier performance reports using SAP and Excel. Monitor inventory information to identify potential supply issues. Work closely with Finance, Warehouse and Operations teams to resolve discrepancies. Ensure purchasing documentation, goods receipts and stock records are accurate and up to date. Support improvements to purchasing and stock control procedures. Follow relevant health and safety, quality and operational procedures. Essential Skills & Experience Previous experience in stock control, purchasing, procurement administration, supply chain or materials coordination . Practical, hands-on experience using SAP for purchasing, inventory management or goods receipting . Experience raising purchase orders, managing suppliers and tracking deliveries. Good understanding of stock accuracy, inventory levels and stocktaking procedures. Confident using Microsoft Excel and other IT systems. Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail. Ability to investigate stock discrepancies and resolve issues effectively. Good communication skills when dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities. Desirable Experience Previous experience within manufacturing, engineering, warehousing, facilities or industrial operations. Knowledge of inventory forecasting, replenishment and stock rotation. Experience producing purchasing and inventory reports. Understanding of supplier management, pricing and cost-control principles. Experience improving stock accuracy and purchasing processes. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who is organised, reliable, proactive and confident working with purchasing and stock management systems . You will be comfortable managing purchase orders, investigating stock issues, communicating with suppliers and ensuring materials are available to support daily operations. The ideal candidate will have a practical, solutions-focused approach and enjoy working in a busy environment where accuracy, organisation and communication are essential. Key Measures of Success Maintaining accurate stock records and inventory availability. Ensuring purchase orders are processed efficiently. Improving supplier delivery performance and resolving shortages. Reducing stock discrepancies, excess inventory and purchasing errors. Maintaining accurate SAP records and purchasing documentation. Why Apply? Join an established organisation in a varied purchasing and stock control position. Take responsibility for important day-to-day purchasing and inventory activities. Work closely with suppliers and operational teams. Develop your experience using SAP and inventory management systems. Contribute to improving stock accuracy, purchasing processes and operational efficiency.

People Services Coordinator Full-Time Permanent Hybrid working We're working with an established organisation looking to recruit a People Services Coordinator to join their HR team. This is a great opportunity for someone with a background in HR administration, people operations or a busy coordination role who enjoys working with people, keeping things organised and making sure processes run smoothly. You'll play an important part in supporting the day-to-day HR function, helping to deliver a positive employee experience across the full employee lifecycle. About the role Working as part of a wider HR team, your responsibilities will include: - Coordinating onboarding and induction processes for new starters. - Preparing contracts, employment documentation and contractual changes. - Supporting employee lifecycle processes, including starters, leavers and internal changes. - Maintaining accurate employee records and updating HR systems. - Supporting payroll administration and ensuring employee information is accurate. - Responding to general HR queries and providing support to employees and managers. - Assisting with learning and development administration. - Maintaining internal HR information, policies and guidance. - Supporting the wider HR team with projects and process improvements. We're keen to speak with candidates who have: - Previous experience in HR administration, HR coordination or a similar administrative role. - Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. - Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work. - Good communication skills and a friendly, approachable manner. - Confidence using Microsoft Office and internal systems. - The ability to handle confidential information professionally. - A proactive attitude and willingness to support the wider team. A CIPD qualification or HR-related training would be beneficial, but isn't essential. What's on Offer? This is an opportunity to join a supportive team in a varied role where you'll gain exposure to different areas of HR and contribute to the smooth running of the People function. It's particularly well suited to someone who enjoys the operational side of HR, takes pride in delivering a good service and is looking to continue developing their experience. If you're currently working in HR administration or coordination and would be interested in hearing more, please get in touch for a confidential conversation. Alternatively, apply today and we'll be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.

Operations Coordinator Castle Donington £27,000 7-Month Fixed Term Contract SF Partners are currently recruiting for an Operations Administrator to join a busy and well-established business based in Castle Donington on a 7-month fixed term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in operations administration, scheduling, coordination or general office support who enjoys a busy, varied role where no two days are the same. Working closely with the Site Operations Manager and wider operations team, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of daily site activities, coordinating staff, travel, equipment and administration. The Role Providing day-to-day administrative support to the Site Operations Manager and Operations Director. Coordinating agency labour bookings, purchase orders and invoice approvals. Arranging plant and equipment hire for projects. Booking accommodation and travel arrangements for site teams, including flights, ferries and visas where required. Supporting the daily coordination and scheduling of site crews. Maintaining accurate records of bookings and allocations on internal systems. Monitoring working hours and ensuring compliance with working time regulations. Collating and submitting weekly timesheets for payroll. Managing daily administration relating to the company vehicle fleet. Coordinating and maintaining training records for site employees. Assisting with additional projects and general operational administration. About You Previous experience in administration, operations support, scheduling or coordination. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Confident using Microsoft Office and picking up new systems. Excellent attention to detail, particularly when dealing with bookings, invoices and timesheets. A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills and confidence liaising with internal teams, suppliers and external agencies. Experience within construction, engineering, logistics or a site-based environment would be advantageous but is not essential. If you're an organised and proactive administrator who enjoys keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes, and available within short notice, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today for immediate consideration.

SF Partners are working with a business based in Kingswinford who are looking for an Office Manager to join the team £35,000 - £40,000 Onsite Candidates must have previous Office Management and HR Admin experience Office Management - Oversee the day-to-day operation of the office, ensuring an efficient and professional working environment. - Act as the primary point of contact for staff, visitors and external suppliers. - Manage office facilities, equipment, supplies and service providers. - Coordinate company meetings, events and internal communications. - Maintain company records, documentation and administrative systems. - Support business operations through effective planning, organisation and problem solving. - Develop and maintain strong working relationships across the wider business. - Involvement in ad-hoc projects Executive and Senior Management Support - Provide administrative and organisational support to the senior leadership team. - Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and distribute documentation. - Manage diaries and schedules where required. - Liaise with Directors based overseas, ensuring actions, communications and business updates are effectively coordinated. - Prepare reports, presentations and correspondence on behalf of senior management. - Handle confidential business information with professionalism and discretion. HR and Payroll Administration - Coordinate onboarding, induction and leaver processes. - Prepare employment contracts, offer letters and employee documentation. - Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems. - Support recruitment activity, including interview scheduling and candidate communication. - Assist with absence management administration and employee record keeping. - Support monthly payroll administration, ensuring employee information is accurate and up to date. - Act as a first point of contact for routine HR-related enquiries. Organisational Change Support - Provide administrative support during organisational change projects. - Assist with the preparation of employee communications and supporting documentation. - Coordinate meetings and maintain accurate records relating to consultation processes. - Ensure all documentation is handled confidentially and in accordance with company procedures.

Management Accountant SF Partners are recruiting a Management Accountant for a broad role combining management accounting, financial planning and commercial business partnering. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you ll help the business understand its performance, plan ahead and make informed decisions. Alongside producing accurate monthly accounts, you ll work with operational teams to challenge forecasts, explain the numbers and identify opportunities to improve profitability. This would suit a technically strong accountant who enjoys analysing data, building relationships and taking an active role in business performance. The role Work closely with budget holders to develop budgets and forecasts, challenge assumptions and highlight risks and opportunities. Produce monthly management accounts, including P&L reporting, balance sheet reconciliations and clear variance commentary. Analyse revenue, costs and operational KPIs to explain performance and identify areas for improvement. Build financial models and turn complex data into practical recommendations for senior management. Partner with colleagues outside finance, helping them understand their results and take ownership of financial performance. Improve reporting, processes and systems to make financial information more accurate, consistent and useful. Maintain robust financial controls, support audit requirements and ensure reporting complies with relevant accounting standards. Support the FP&A Manager in developing a more proactive, forward-looking finance function. About you You ll be ACCA or CIMA qualified, or actively studying towards qualification, with experience in management accounting and financial planning. You ll bring: Strong technical accounting knowledge. Experience preparing budgets and forecasts and gathering information from non-finance stakeholders. Advanced Excel skills, with the ability to analyse large datasets from multiple systems and build financial models. Confidence explaining findings to senior stakeholders and constructively challenging information. A practical approach to improving processes and solving problems. Strong organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing deadlines.

Cloud Platform Engineer with strong Fabric and Azure skills is sought by a leading professional services organisation based in Birmingham. This business is embarking on a significant business transformation programme, fundamentally changing how it operates, uses technology and delivers services to both internal and external stakeholders. Central to this transformation is a commitment to becoming a more proactive, data-driven organisation, moving away from traditional reactive ways of working towards a more efficient, accessible and forward-thinking service delivery model. Technology and data will play a critical role in enabling this change. As part of this investment, the business is looking to appoint a cloud Platform Engineer who will help shape, modernise and optimise its Microsoft cloud and data platforms, creating the foundations needed to support long-term organisational change. This is an opportunity to join a business at a pivotal stage of its transformation, where your work will have a direct impact on how technology is delivered, managed and utilised across the organisation. The role: Working as part of a collaborative technology function, you will play an important role in developing and improving the organisation's Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Fabric platforms. The focus will be on building a more scalable, resilient and efficient technology environment, introducing greater automation, improving platform performance and ensuring the organisation has the right foundations to support its future ambitions. With Microsoft Fabric becoming an increasingly important part of the organisation's technology strategy, you will also help establish the infrastructure and operational practices needed to support its growing data and analytics capabilities. This is a hands-on engineering opportunity that also offers the chance to influence technical standards, contribute to strategic decisions and work closely with stakeholders across the wider business. Key requirements for this Cloud Platform Engineer based near Birmingham: - Strong hands-on experience working with Microsoft Azure in an enterprise or complex technology environment. - Knowledge of Microsoft Fabric, particularly its administration, governance and operational management. - Experience supporting and improving cloud infrastructure and enterprise technology platforms. - A good understanding of cloud security, monitoring, resilience and cost optimisation. - Exposure to automation, Infrastructure as Code or modern deployment tooling. - Experience working collaboratively with technical teams and wider business stakeholders. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with the ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement. - A proactive approach to engineering, with an interest in helping shape how technology platforms evolve. This Cloud Platform Engineer based near Birmingham will receive: - £70,000-£80,000 base salary - Hybrid working - 2 days a week in central Birmingham office - 12% private pension scheme - Guaranteed in post pay rises - Private healthcare - Life assurance and income protection - Strong personal development scheme - Clear progression pathway If you're a Cloud Platform Engineer looking to broaden your experience across Microsoft Fabric and play a meaningful role in a major business transformation, please apply now to be considered. Cloud Platform Engineer Birmingham Azure, Microsoft fabric, cloud, data, platform

Maternity Cover 5 days per week, with 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home. Early finish at 3:30 pm on Fridays. Location: Shirley, Solihull The Role We are recruiting for an experienced Payments Manager and Treasurer to join a busy finance team on a maternity cover contract. This varied role will combine responsibility for the day-to-day payments function with treasury activities, including cash management, cash flow forecasting, banking relationships and financial controls. The successful candidate will ensure payments are processed accurately and on time, maintain effective cash flow management and oversee banking and treasury operations. They will work closely with the wider finance team and senior stakeholders to ensure the smooth running of financial operations throughout the maternity cover period. This role would suit a well-organised finance professional with strong payments and treasury experience who can quickly adapt to a new environment and manage competing priorities. Key Responsibilities Payments Management Oversee the day-to-day payments function, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and within agreed deadlines. Manage payment runs, including BACS, CHAPS, Faster Payments and international payments where applicable. Ensure payments are appropriately authorised and comply with internal financial controls. Investigate and resolve payment queries, discrepancies and failed transactions. Maintain accurate payment records and ensure transactions are reconciled against bank statements and accounting systems. Liaise with banks, suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve payment-related issues. Produce regular payment reports and management information. Review payment processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy. Treasury and Cash Management Oversee daily cash management and ensure sufficient funds are available to meet business requirements. Prepare and maintain accurate cash flow forecasts. Monitor bank balances, cash movements and liquidity positions. Manage banking relationships and liaise with banking partners. Oversee bank accounts, cash transfers and treasury transactions. Monitor borrowing facilities and funding arrangements where applicable. Identify and manage financial risks, including foreign exchange and interest rate exposure where relevant. Identify opportunities to improve cash management and reduce banking costs. Financial Controls and Reporting Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures and relevant financial requirements. Maintain appropriate payment and treasury controls. Ensure bank reconciliations and financial records are accurate and up to date. Prepare reports on payment activity, cash flow and treasury positions for senior management. Support internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation and information. Work closely with the wider finance team to support financial planning and reporting. Ensure continuity of payment and treasury operations throughout the maternity cover period. Skills and Experience Previous experience in a Payments Manager, Treasurer or similar finance role. Strong understanding of payment processing, banking systems and financial controls. Experience managing payment runs and treasury transactions. Good knowledge of cash flow forecasting and liquidity management. Experience managing banking relationships and resolving payment queries. Strong Excel skills and experience using financial or treasury management systems. Excellent analytical, reconciliation and problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail and organisational skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines. A proactive approach and the ability to hit the ground running in a temporary maternity cover role. A relevant treasury or accountancy qualification would be advantageous. Personal Attributes Highly organised and methodical. Commercially aware with strong numerical skills. Trustworthy and able to handle confidential financial information. Proactive in identifying and resolving issues. Comfortable working independently and as part of a wider finance team.

Maternity Cover 5 days per week, with 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home. Early finish at 3:30 pm on Fridays. Location: Shirley, Solihull The Role We are recruiting for an experienced Payments Manager and Treasurer to join a busy finance team on a maternity cover contract. This varied role will combine responsibility for the day-to-day payments function with treasury activities, including cash management, cash flow forecasting, banking relationships and financial controls. The successful candidate will ensure payments are processed accurately and on time, maintain effective cash flow management and oversee banking and treasury operations. They will work closely with the wider finance team and senior stakeholders to ensure the smooth running of financial operations throughout the maternity cover period. This role would suit a well-organised finance professional with strong payments and treasury experience who can quickly adapt to a new environment and manage competing priorities. Key Responsibilities Payments Management Oversee the day-to-day payments function, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and within agreed deadlines. Manage payment runs, including BACS, CHAPS, Faster Payments and international payments where applicable. Ensure payments are appropriately authorised and comply with internal financial controls. Investigate and resolve payment queries, discrepancies and failed transactions. Maintain accurate payment records and ensure transactions are reconciled against bank statements and accounting systems. Liaise with banks, suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve payment-related issues. Produce regular payment reports and management information. Review payment processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy. Treasury and Cash Management Oversee daily cash management and ensure sufficient funds are available to meet business requirements. Prepare and maintain accurate cash flow forecasts. Monitor bank balances, cash movements and liquidity positions. Manage banking relationships and liaise with banking partners. Oversee bank accounts, cash transfers and treasury transactions. Monitor borrowing facilities and funding arrangements where applicable. Identify and manage financial risks, including foreign exchange and interest rate exposure where relevant. Identify opportunities to improve cash management and reduce banking costs. Financial Controls and Reporting Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures and relevant financial requirements. Maintain appropriate payment and treasury controls. Ensure bank reconciliations and financial records are accurate and up to date. Prepare reports on payment activity, cash flow and treasury positions for senior management. Support internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation and information. Work closely with the wider finance team to support financial planning and reporting. Ensure continuity of payment and treasury operations throughout the maternity cover period. Skills and Experience Previous experience in a Payments Manager, Treasurer or similar finance role. Strong understanding of payment processing, banking systems and financial controls. Experience managing payment runs and treasury transactions. Good knowledge of cash flow forecasting and liquidity management. Experience managing banking relationships and resolving payment queries. Strong Excel skills and experience using financial or treasury management systems. Excellent analytical, reconciliation and problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail and organisational skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines. A proactive approach and the ability to hit the ground running in a temporary maternity cover role. A relevant treasury or accountancy qualification would be advantageous. Personal Attributes Highly organised and methodical. Commercially aware with strong numerical skills. Trustworthy and able to handle confidential financial information. Proactive in identifying and resolving issues. Comfortable working independently and as part of a wider finance team.

SF Partners are supporting an organisation near Edgbaston that are looking to recruit an HR Coordinator on a 6 month contract. Salary: £28,000 Working pattern: full time, hybrid working. Contract is for 6 months Manage HR administration relating to new starters, leavers, contractual amendments, employee absences, maternity and family leave, probation reviews and other employment-related processes. Draft and issue offer letters, employment contracts and contractual variation letters, ensuring accuracy and timely communication with payroll and relevant managers. Act as a key point of contact for HR-related queries from employees and managers, providing guidance on policies, procedures and HR processes. Provide administrative support to Managers with employee relations casework, formal hearings and panel coordination. Prepare HR correspondence, case documentation, meeting packs, timelines and notes for both informal and formal employee meetings. Coordinate and support the full recruitment administration process, from initial stages through to onboarding. Liaise closely with payroll to ensure all monthly employee changes are processed accurately and submitted within agreed deadlines. Monitor and maintain accurate employee absence records, ensuring all information is correctly recorded on the HR system. Ensure monthly sessional claims are accurately entered and processed through the relevant systems. Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, personnel files and HR system information, ensuring compliance with GDPR and Trust policies. Prepare and produce HR reports, workforce data and key people metrics to support HR Managers, senior leadership and central teams. Assist with the continuous improvement and effective use of HR systems, processes, templates and administrative procedures across the business. Handle confidential employee information with discretion, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations and internal policies. Support HR audits, compliance reviews and internal and external reporting requirements, ensuring all documentation is accurate, complete and readily accessible.

The Opportunity We're looking for a motivated graduate to join a technology start-up based in Birmingham. This is a great opportunity for someone who has recently completed a degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business or a related subject and wants to build a career in supply chain management. You'll be involved in purchasing, working with suppliers, managing stock and helping ensure products and materials arrive on time to support production. The business works with suppliers across the UK, Europe and Asia, giving you exposure to international supply chains and the opportunity to develop your commercial and operational skills. What You'll Be Doing Helping manage relationships with suppliers in the UK and overseas. Supporting the purchasing of materials and components needed for production. Tracking orders and deliveries to make sure everything arrives on time. Helping manage stock levels and ensuring materials are available when needed. Working with suppliers to resolve delivery, pricing or quality issues. Supporting international shipping, imports and logistics. Keeping purchasing and stock records accurate and up to date. Identifying opportunities to improve processes and reduce costs. Working closely with the wider team to keep production running smoothly. What We're Looking For We're particularly interested in speaking with graduates who have studied: Supply Chain Management Procurement & Purchasing Logistics & Operations Business Management Engineering or a related discipline You'll ideally have: An interest in supply chain, purchasing and supplier management. Good organisational skills and attention to detail. Strong communication skills and confidence speaking with suppliers. A willingness to learn and take responsibility. Good problem-solving skills and a practical approach. Confidence using Excel and learning new systems. The ability to work in a busy environment where priorities can change. Previous experience through a placement year, internship or part-time role involving purchasing, logistics or operations would be useful, but isn't essential. Nice to Have Some understanding of supply chain or procurement processes. Experience using stock management or ERP systems. Knowledge of international shipping or importing goods. Mandarin or Cantonese language skills. An interest in technology, manufacturing or product development. Why Consider This Role? Join a technology start-up based in Birmingham. Gain exposure to purchasing, logistics, suppliers and stock management. Work with international suppliers across the UK, Europe and Asia. Develop practical experience within a manufacturing business. Get involved in different areas of the supply chain rather than focusing on just one function.

FP&A Manager Warwickshire c£70,000 + benefits Hybrid Working (3 Days Office / 2 Days Home) SF Partners are recruiting an FP&A Manager for an established, international business with a significant UK operation based in Coventry. Operating within a commercially complex, asset-intensive environment, the business is looking to strengthen its financial planning, reporting and commercial analysis capabilities. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of the FP&A function, lead a team and play an influential role in improving business performance. Working closely with the Head of Finance and senior operational stakeholders, you will be responsible for delivering meaningful financial insight, challenging commercial performance and developing the systems and processes that underpin effective decision-making. The Role Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting and longer-term strategic planning processes, including ownership of the three-year financial plan. Develop and enhance management reporting, KPIs and financial dashboards to provide greater visibility of business performance. Partner with senior operational and commercial stakeholders, providing constructive challenge and identifying opportunities to improve profitability. Deliver detailed financial modelling, scenario planning, sensitivity analysis and investment appraisals. Lead profitability analysis across customers, products and business activities, identifying key performance drivers. Improve the quality, consistency and accessibility of financial information, introducing greater automation and efficiency. Lead, develop and support an FP&A team, creating a proactive and commercially focused finance function. Support the Head of Finance with strategic initiatives, business cases and continuous improvement projects. About You We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a strong background in FP&A, commercial finance or business performance management. You will ideally bring: Proven experience leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes. Strong financial modelling, analytical and management reporting capabilities. Experience developing reporting frameworks, improving systems and working with complex financial data. The commercial confidence to challenge senior stakeholders and influence business decisions. Experience managing and developing finance professionals. Advanced Excel skills and an interest in reporting automation, data analytics and business intelligence tools. A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels. Experience within a commercially complex, multi-site, asset-intensive or international business would be advantageous, although the ability to deliver meaningful financial insight and improve business performance is more important than sector background. The Opportunity This is an opportunity to make a genuine impact within an established business that is looking to further develop its FP&A capabilities. You will have the scope to influence how financial information is produced, interpreted and used across the organisation, whilst working closely with senior leadership on commercial and strategic decisions. For a confidential discussion, please contact SF Partners.

SF Partners are recruiting a Financial Accountant for an international business, offering a broad role across financial reporting, commercial analysis and business partnering. Working closely with the Financial Controller and Commercial Finance Manager, you'll take ownership of key month-end activities while helping operational teams understand performance and make informed decisions. This is a hands-on opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys combining technical accounting with wider business involvement. The role Prepare monthly accounts and Group reporting submissions, ensuring accurate reporting within agreed deadlines. Maintain the integrity of the balance sheet through monthly reconciliations and timely resolution of queries. Partner with operational teams to explain performance against budget, investigate variances and highlight risks. Support annual budgets and monthly rolling forecasts across the P&L, balance sheet and cash flow. Ensure reporting complies with relevant accounting standards and UK statutory requirements. Oversee the work of an outsourced partner managing accounts payable and receivable. Support cash management, payment reviews and payment processing. Improve finance systems, strengthen controls and maintain clear process documentation. Contribute to finance projects and provide analysis to support business decisions. About you You'll be ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with at least one year's post-qualification experience and a strong grounding in financial accounting. Experience working within a subsidiary of an international group would be particularly relevant, alongside an understanding of reporting deadlines, financial controls and robust accounting processes. Automotive experience would be useful. You'll be comfortable working through the detail, communicating with colleagues outside finance and taking the initiative to improve how things are done. To find out more, apply or contact SF Partners for a confidential conversation.