A growing SME is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join its senior team. Operating within a broad commercial and service-led environment, this role offers high visibility across the business and the opportunity to play a key part in financial oversight, reporting and commercial decision-making. This is a hands-on, office-based role, suited to someone who wants to be close to the operation and actively involved in day-to-day activity. The role Reporting into senior leadership, the Finance Manager will lead the finance function, delivering monthly management accounts, financial insight and strong financial controls. You will support budgeting and forecasting, provide analysis to operational stakeholders, and manage a small finance team within a busy SME environment. Key responsibilities Preparation of monthly management accounts with commentary and analysis Producing performance and profitability reporting Supporting budgets, forecasts and financial planning Acting as a finance partner to managers and senior stakeholders Managing the day-to-day finance function and leading a small team Overseeing month-end and year-end close, liaising with external accountants Ensuring compliance, VAT reporting and robust financial controls About you Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience Strong SME finance background with hands-on management accounts experience Comfortable in a broad, commercial, service-led or project-based environment Previous experience managing or supervising a small finance team Strong Excel skills and clear communication style Proactive, detail-focused and commercially minded What's on offer Senior, influential finance role within an established SME Opportunity to shape and strengthen the finance function Competitive salary depending on experience Fully onsite role - office based, five days per week For further information please contact Hannah Flindall
May 04, 2026
Full time
A growing SME is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join its senior team. Operating within a broad commercial and service-led environment, this role offers high visibility across the business and the opportunity to play a key part in financial oversight, reporting and commercial decision-making. This is a hands-on, office-based role, suited to someone who wants to be close to the operation and actively involved in day-to-day activity. The role Reporting into senior leadership, the Finance Manager will lead the finance function, delivering monthly management accounts, financial insight and strong financial controls. You will support budgeting and forecasting, provide analysis to operational stakeholders, and manage a small finance team within a busy SME environment. Key responsibilities Preparation of monthly management accounts with commentary and analysis Producing performance and profitability reporting Supporting budgets, forecasts and financial planning Acting as a finance partner to managers and senior stakeholders Managing the day-to-day finance function and leading a small team Overseeing month-end and year-end close, liaising with external accountants Ensuring compliance, VAT reporting and robust financial controls About you Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience Strong SME finance background with hands-on management accounts experience Comfortable in a broad, commercial, service-led or project-based environment Previous experience managing or supervising a small finance team Strong Excel skills and clear communication style Proactive, detail-focused and commercially minded What's on offer Senior, influential finance role within an established SME Opportunity to shape and strengthen the finance function Competitive salary depending on experience Fully onsite role - office based, five days per week For further information please contact Hannah Flindall
Pure Resourcing Solutions
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
We're partnering with a growing organisation in Cambridge who are looking to appoint a Financial Accountant. This is a newly created role and a great opportunity to join a growing, dynamic business.We are looking for a qualified accountant who can demonstrate strong technical experience including, being confident at writing accounting papers. As well as collaborating with colleagues in the Finance team, you'll also work closely with various other departments in the business including Legal, FP&A and Supply Chain and externally, you'll liaise with tax advisors, Auditors and regulatory bodies.You will be a qualified Accountant ACA, ACCA and ideally have worked in practice however this is not essential. You will have strong technical expertise and experience in Audit, some knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP knowledge is an advantage. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a strong culture and team ethic. The company also offers performance-based bonus, company pension scheme, private health insurance, life and critical illness insurance, corporate gym membership and regular team building events and an agile hybrid working environment.To discuss this role in more detail please contact Kathryn Van Wyk at Pure Cambridge or apply below.
May 02, 2026
Full time
We're partnering with a growing organisation in Cambridge who are looking to appoint a Financial Accountant. This is a newly created role and a great opportunity to join a growing, dynamic business.We are looking for a qualified accountant who can demonstrate strong technical experience including, being confident at writing accounting papers. As well as collaborating with colleagues in the Finance team, you'll also work closely with various other departments in the business including Legal, FP&A and Supply Chain and externally, you'll liaise with tax advisors, Auditors and regulatory bodies.You will be a qualified Accountant ACA, ACCA and ideally have worked in practice however this is not essential. You will have strong technical expertise and experience in Audit, some knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP knowledge is an advantage. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a strong culture and team ethic. The company also offers performance-based bonus, company pension scheme, private health insurance, life and critical illness insurance, corporate gym membership and regular team building events and an agile hybrid working environment.To discuss this role in more detail please contact Kathryn Van Wyk at Pure Cambridge or apply below.
A well-established and respected food manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Account Manager to join its commercial leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven commercial professional to take ownership of a significant customer portfolio, lead strategic account development, and deliver profitable growth across a broad product range. As the recruitment partner for this organisation, we are looking for an individual who combines strong commercial acumen with excellent relationship management skills and a proven track record of success within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Role You will be responsible for: Leading the commercial management of key food manufacturing accounts Delivering sales, gross profit and volume targets across a defined portfolio Identifying and converting growth opportunities, including cross-selling and new business Developing structured account plans with clear short-, medium- and long-term objectives Managing customer relationships and acting as the primary commercial contact Overseeing customer-led NPD and EPD projects from concept through to launch Negotiating and securing supply contracts and ensuring full contractual compliance Providing accurate monthly, 6+6 and annual budget forecasts Representing the business at customer meetings and relevant industry events About You We are seeking someone with: Strong experience in commercial or account management within food manufacturing Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills Proven ability to manage key customer relationships at multiple levels A solid understanding of commercial performance metrics Confidence in managing NPD and EPD projects High levels of self-motivation, credibility and integrity Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected, growth-focused food manufacturer where you will have real autonomy, long-term career prospects and the chance to make a significant commercial impact. Please contact Emily at Pure for more information.
May 02, 2026
Full time
A well-established and respected food manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Account Manager to join its commercial leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven commercial professional to take ownership of a significant customer portfolio, lead strategic account development, and deliver profitable growth across a broad product range. As the recruitment partner for this organisation, we are looking for an individual who combines strong commercial acumen with excellent relationship management skills and a proven track record of success within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Role You will be responsible for: Leading the commercial management of key food manufacturing accounts Delivering sales, gross profit and volume targets across a defined portfolio Identifying and converting growth opportunities, including cross-selling and new business Developing structured account plans with clear short-, medium- and long-term objectives Managing customer relationships and acting as the primary commercial contact Overseeing customer-led NPD and EPD projects from concept through to launch Negotiating and securing supply contracts and ensuring full contractual compliance Providing accurate monthly, 6+6 and annual budget forecasts Representing the business at customer meetings and relevant industry events About You We are seeking someone with: Strong experience in commercial or account management within food manufacturing Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills Proven ability to manage key customer relationships at multiple levels A solid understanding of commercial performance metrics Confidence in managing NPD and EPD projects High levels of self-motivation, credibility and integrity Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected, growth-focused food manufacturer where you will have real autonomy, long-term career prospects and the chance to make a significant commercial impact. Please contact Emily at Pure for more information.
Pure Executive is partnering with G's Fresh, one of the UK's leading fresh produce and food manufacturing groups, to appoint a Finance Director to play a pivotal role in the next phase of the business's development. This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading organisation, operating at scale in a highly commercial, fast-moving, and operationally complex environment. The Business Established in 1952, G's is one of Europe's largest fresh produce businesses. G's operates across UK, Spain, Czech Republic, Senegal & Poland. G's Fresh sits at the heart of the UK fresh produce supply chain, connecting growers with major retail customers. The Role Reporting to the CFO, the Finance Director will provide strategic and operational financial leadership across the G's Fresh businesses. The role combines senior commercial finance leadership with manufacturing, supply chain, and stakeholder engagement responsibilities. It requires a pragmatic leader who will take time to understand the business and deliver measured, value-adding improvement. Key Responsibilities • Lead and develop the finance function across multiple legal entities and P&Ls • Partner closely with commercial and operational leadership to drive profitable growth • Provide high-quality financial insight, forecasting, and reporting • Oversee product costing, margin analysis, and capital investment governance • Ensure strong financial control, governance, and regulatory compliance • Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and key stakeholders Candidate Profile We are keen to speak with senior finance leaders who combine commercial acumen with emotional intelligence and operational credibility. You are likely to bring: • Proven Finance Director-level experience • Background in food manufacturing, FMCG, or a retail-facing, short shelf-life environment • Strong understanding of supply chain economics, yield, cost of production, and margin management • Ability to operate from detailed analysis through to Board-level discussion • High levels of resilience, diplomacy, and influence Location & Working Pattern • Primary base: Barway, with regular visits to sites in Ramsey and March • Strong on-site presence expected (typically four days per week) Reward • Base salary: £150,000 - £200,000 • Car Allowance • Bonus opportunity: 25% • Competitive executive package with consistently achieved bonus outcomes Why Join? This is a pivotal, senior Finance Director opportunity within a dominant UK food business, offering scale, complexity, autonomy, and long-term development potential.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Pure Executive is partnering with G's Fresh, one of the UK's leading fresh produce and food manufacturing groups, to appoint a Finance Director to play a pivotal role in the next phase of the business's development. This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading organisation, operating at scale in a highly commercial, fast-moving, and operationally complex environment. The Business Established in 1952, G's is one of Europe's largest fresh produce businesses. G's operates across UK, Spain, Czech Republic, Senegal & Poland. G's Fresh sits at the heart of the UK fresh produce supply chain, connecting growers with major retail customers. The Role Reporting to the CFO, the Finance Director will provide strategic and operational financial leadership across the G's Fresh businesses. The role combines senior commercial finance leadership with manufacturing, supply chain, and stakeholder engagement responsibilities. It requires a pragmatic leader who will take time to understand the business and deliver measured, value-adding improvement. Key Responsibilities • Lead and develop the finance function across multiple legal entities and P&Ls • Partner closely with commercial and operational leadership to drive profitable growth • Provide high-quality financial insight, forecasting, and reporting • Oversee product costing, margin analysis, and capital investment governance • Ensure strong financial control, governance, and regulatory compliance • Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and key stakeholders Candidate Profile We are keen to speak with senior finance leaders who combine commercial acumen with emotional intelligence and operational credibility. You are likely to bring: • Proven Finance Director-level experience • Background in food manufacturing, FMCG, or a retail-facing, short shelf-life environment • Strong understanding of supply chain economics, yield, cost of production, and margin management • Ability to operate from detailed analysis through to Board-level discussion • High levels of resilience, diplomacy, and influence Location & Working Pattern • Primary base: Barway, with regular visits to sites in Ramsey and March • Strong on-site presence expected (typically four days per week) Reward • Base salary: £150,000 - £200,000 • Car Allowance • Bonus opportunity: 25% • Competitive executive package with consistently achieved bonus outcomes Why Join? This is a pivotal, senior Finance Director opportunity within a dominant UK food business, offering scale, complexity, autonomy, and long-term development potential.
Newly created Senior Management Accountant role for an established commercial organisation operating within the manufacturing and distribution space. This is a team who value technical excellence, development of new tools and clear, practical insight that helps the business grow. This is a key role, supporting the Finance Manager to deliver timely, accurate management information and robust month-end processes. Manage treasury functions including payment processing, cash management and month-end treasury reconciliations Maintain balance sheet reconciliations, lead intercompany reconciliations and manage intercompany recharges Update and control the Fixed Asset Register and oversee monthly stock movements and valuations Produce monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow), variance analysis and commentary Support statutory audit preparation, tax schedules and year-end financial statements Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis, contribute to budgeting and forecasting cycles Identify and implement process improvements; support development of financial tools and reporting systems Ideally you will be a Qualified Accountant, or nearing qualification, who has gained experience within manufacturing/distribution. You will have used ERP systems and automation tolls.This role is based in Mid Essex.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Newly created Senior Management Accountant role for an established commercial organisation operating within the manufacturing and distribution space. This is a team who value technical excellence, development of new tools and clear, practical insight that helps the business grow. This is a key role, supporting the Finance Manager to deliver timely, accurate management information and robust month-end processes. Manage treasury functions including payment processing, cash management and month-end treasury reconciliations Maintain balance sheet reconciliations, lead intercompany reconciliations and manage intercompany recharges Update and control the Fixed Asset Register and oversee monthly stock movements and valuations Produce monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow), variance analysis and commentary Support statutory audit preparation, tax schedules and year-end financial statements Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis, contribute to budgeting and forecasting cycles Identify and implement process improvements; support development of financial tools and reporting systems Ideally you will be a Qualified Accountant, or nearing qualification, who has gained experience within manufacturing/distribution. You will have used ERP systems and automation tolls.This role is based in Mid Essex.
Project Manager - Immediate Start (Ongoing Temp Assignment) Join our well-known client as a Project Manager and drive key company projects to successful delivery. What You'll Do: Lead and manage corporate projects from planning to implementation Coordinate resources, manage stakeholders, and deliver projects on time & budget Track project performance using digital PM tools and report progress Liaise with IT teams across multiple organisations to support delivery Promote best practices and process improvements across the business Line manage or matrix manage small project teams What We're Looking For: Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously Prince2 Practitioner (or equivalent) and IOSH Managing Safely qualification Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Experience managing budgets and resources Confident with Microsoft Office and digital PM tools Ability to work under pressure and deliver against tight deadlines Strong leadership skills with experience motivating and guiding teams Apply Now!
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Project Manager - Immediate Start (Ongoing Temp Assignment) Join our well-known client as a Project Manager and drive key company projects to successful delivery. What You'll Do: Lead and manage corporate projects from planning to implementation Coordinate resources, manage stakeholders, and deliver projects on time & budget Track project performance using digital PM tools and report progress Liaise with IT teams across multiple organisations to support delivery Promote best practices and process improvements across the business Line manage or matrix manage small project teams What We're Looking For: Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously Prince2 Practitioner (or equivalent) and IOSH Managing Safely qualification Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Experience managing budgets and resources Confident with Microsoft Office and digital PM tools Ability to work under pressure and deliver against tight deadlines Strong leadership skills with experience motivating and guiding teams Apply Now!