Axon Moore Group Ltd

Operations Executive Central Manchester Salary - Up to £30,000 This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business operating in a highly innovative and future-focused environment. Our client has a strong emphasis on long-term thinking, innovation and building high-quality relationships, they have created a business that is genuinely different in its approach. As the growth continues, they are looking to appoint an Operations Executive to support the smooth day-to-day running of the office while also providing direct support to the CEO. This is a varied and hands-on role, suited to someone who enjoys being at the centre of a business and takes pride in keeping things organised, efficient and running smoothly. It's a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working across office support, onboarding, coordination and executive assistance. Key responsibilities: Coordinating onboarding for new starters, ensuring everything is in place for a smooth and welcoming start Arranging system access, login details and IT equipment ahead of day one Collecting and checking right to work documentation Maintaining the fixed asset register for office equipment Organising welcome lunches for new starters Booking travel and accommodation as required Supporting the day-to-day running of the office Monitoring and replenishing office stock Liaising with relevant teams to resolve facilities issues Providing EA support to the CEO Maintaining supplier records and relationships Monitoring supplier usage and flagging upcoming licence renewals Coordinating meetings and managing complex diary scheduling Organising team events and socials Tracking receipts and following up on expense submissions daily The ideal profile: Previous experience in an office coordination, operations support or EA role Highly organised with strong attention to detail Proactive, reliable and comfortable managing a broad range of responsibilities Strong communication skills and a confident approach when dealing with stakeholders across the business Able to manage competing priorities in a busy, fast-moving environment Positive, practical and happy to take ownership This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with real momentum, in a role that offers plenty of variety, visibility and the chance to make a genuine impact.

Management Accountant High-Growth E-Commerce £55,000 Remote Axon Moore are working with a rapidly scaling, internationally operating e-commerce consumer brand. The business has built a strong direct-to-consumer platform, supported by a data-driven commercial model and a growing international customer base. Revenues are increasing at a significant pace, with year-on-year growth accelerating and ambitious expansion plans firmly in motion. Operating in a product-led environment, the business benefits from strong brand loyalty, a diversified product range, and increasing global reach. With growth comes complexity, and the finance function plays a central role in enabling sustainable scale, commercial insight, and disciplined financial control. The Opportunity As part of continued growth, the business is seeking a Management Accountant to strengthen its finance capability and support the next phase of expansion. This role offers close exposure to senior finance leadership, excellent development and mentorship, and the chance to play a hands-on role in shaping processes, reporting, and commercial insight. It is well-suited to an accountant who enjoys working in a fast-moving, product-based environment and wants to balance technical delivery with commercial impact. The position is fully remote , while remaining closely connected to a UK-based finance leadership team, offering both flexibility and strong collaboration. Key Responsibilities Management Reporting & Financial Control Preparation of monthly management accounts , ensuring accuracy, consistency, and clarity. Production of P&L reports, cash flow statements, variance analysis , and board-level reporting packs. Posting and review of month-end and year-end journals , maintaining strong accounting standards. Stock, Cost of Goods & Profitability Analysis Ownership of Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) reporting and analysis. Monitoring and updating expected costs to support forecasting and forward-looking analysis . Detailed analysis of margins, stock performance, and cost drivers to support improved profitability. Commercial Insight & Business Support Delivery of timely, insightful financial information to non-finance stakeholders. Translating financial data into clear, actionable insight to support decision-making. Supporting growth initiatives with robust financial analysis in a rapidly changing environment. Process Improvement & Governance Ensuring compliance with relevant financial and regulatory requirements . Reviewing and improving accounting processes and controls to support scale and efficiency. Contributing to the ongoing development of a best-in-class finance function. Candidate Profile Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA). Experience in a stock-focused, tangible product environment (e-commerce, retail, manufacturing or FMCG preferred). Comfortable operating in a high-growth, fast-paced business with evolving priorities. Strong Excel and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail. Commercially curious, proactive, and motivated by long-term progression. INDFIN

Axon Moore are delighted to be exclusively supporting a rapidly growing SME in Bradford with the recruitment of a Finance Business Partner - FP&A to join their team. As Finance Business Partner, you will play a key role in supporting financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis. You will provide meaningful insights that help shape strategic decisions, working closely with operational and commercial stakeholders across the organisation.Duties: Support the development of annual budgets, forecasts, and periodic reforecasts Perform deep-dive analysis into profitability drivers and identify value-add opportunities Produce clear, insightful KPI reporting and commentary for senior leaders Partner with operational and commercial teams to understand performance drivers and provide actionable recommendations Conduct ad-hoc financial and commercial analysis to support decision-making Analyse operational and financial data to highlight trends, variances, and improvement opportunities Support system and process improvement initiatives within FP&A and the wider finance function Requirements: Newly qualified or qualified (1-2 years PQE) ACCA, ACA or CIMA Strong financial modelling and analytical skills Commercially minded with the ability to communicate complex insights simply High attention to detail and accuracy Excellent communication and stakeholder-management abilities Advanced Excel skills; experience with financial systems SME experience beneficial

Estimator Flexible / UK-based (Head Office near Blackburn, Lancashire) Up to £60,000 + Benefits Full-time Permanent 40 hours per week Flexible working between 7am - 5pm, Monday to Friday Estimator - Power & Utilities I'm currently recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join a growing and ambitious organisation operating across the power and utilities sector .This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business delivering a wide range of electrical infrastructure and civil engineering projects across distribution, transmission and generation .If you've got experience pricing substations, HV/LV works, underground cabling, compounds or associated civils , and you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact - this could be a very strong move. The Opportunity This is a key role within the business, responsible for producing accurate, commercially competitive estimates and tender submissions for a range of technically complex projects.Typical projects include: Substations Compounds Overhead line works Underground cabling Power infrastructure projects up to 132kV You'll work closely with internal teams, suppliers, subcontractors and project stakeholders to ensure bids are competitive, compliant and commercially sound .This role would suit someone who enjoys the challenge of balancing technical detail, commercial awareness and bid strategy . What You'll Be Doing Estimating & Cost Planning Producing accurate cost estimates for civil and electrical works Reviewing drawings, specifications, tender documents and project scope Completing quantity take-offs and preparing BOQs Developing cost breakdowns, rate build-ups and budgets Assessing labour, plant, material and subcontractor requirements Tendering & Bid Support Preparing commercial and technical tender submissions Producing clear inclusions, exclusions and qualifications Supporting pricing strategy and bid competitiveness Attending or contributing to site visits and pre-bid meetings Responding to client clarifications and scope changes Supplier & Commercial Coordination Obtaining and comparing supplier and subcontractor quotations Building relationships to secure competitive and reliable pricing Supporting benchmarking and maintaining cost data Working closely with delivery teams to ensure a smooth handover post-award Risk, Compliance & Delivery Support Identifying technical, commercial and programme risks Supporting risk assessments and bid documentation Ensuring submissions align with industry and utility standards Updating estimates in line with design or scope changes What My Client Is Looking For Essential Minimum 4 years' estimating experience within power, utilities, civil engineering or electrical infrastructure Experience pricing projects such as: Substations Transmission / distribution works Power generation or associated infrastructure Strong understanding of tendering and bid submission processes Ability to interpret: Engineering drawings Technical specifications Scope documents Commercial requirements Strong experience with: Quantity take-offs BOQ preparation Cost analysis Strong Excel and estimating software skills Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills Full UK Driving Licence Desirable Degree or diploma in: Electrical Engineering Civil Engineering Construction Management or similar Experience in renewables, EPC, or utility-connected projects Familiarity with SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP / cost platforms Knowledge of current market rates across labour, materials, equipment and subcontract packages Experience working on projects up to 132kV Why This Role Stands Out This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to join a business in a period of strong growth , with a healthy pipeline of high-value infrastructure projects supporting the UK's evolving energy network.You'll be joining a collaborative and commercially driven environment where your work will have a direct impact on project wins and business growth .If you're looking for a role where you can bring both your technical expertise and commercial thinking , this is well worth a conversation. Interested? If you're an experienced Estimator looking for your next move within the power and utilities sector , I'd be keen to speak with you. To Apply Please send your up-to-date CV to or call for more information on this fantastic opportunity.

Senior Finance Business Partner £75,000 to £85,000 + benefits Preston Construction Private Equity BackedAxon Moore is pleased to be supporting a new client in Preston. They're PE-backed, growing quickly, and led by an entrepreneurial MD who genuinely values their finance team as a driver of performance - and they're now looking for a dedicated Senior Finance Business Partner who can step in as their commercial right hand.As the number 2 to the MD, this role will be key in influencing decisions, and helping steer the business as it scales. The role be both strategic when it needs to be, but equally hands-on with the day-to-day running of a construction business. Please note, to apply, candidates must: Be Qualified Have WIP accounting experience - construction, engineering, utilities, manufacturing Have strong data skills in lieu of implementing an ERP system later in the year The role: Partnering directly with the MD on performance, decision-making and growth Ownership of WIP, project accounting and contract performance Driving commercial insight across projects, margins and cost control Supporting budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management 'Bottom-up reporting - assessing the data and developing processes where needed Helping the business continue its journey towards a more professional, robust finance function The environment: PE-backed with clear growth plans Working for a genuinely high-calibre Finance Director - a great person to learn from Entrepreneurial leadership team who move quickly and back good ideas A business that's evolving - systems and processes are improving, but there's still plenty to get involved in What we're looking for: Strong finance background within construction or a similar project-based environment Solid WIP accounting experience is essential Commercial mindset - someone who wants to be in the business, not just reporting on it Advanced Excel skills (you'll need to be comfortable working around systems as they improve) A hands-on approach and the ability to operate at both detail and strategic level If you would like to be considered for this role then please submit an application or contact Dan Calland at Axon Moore's Chorley office.

Commercial Finance Manager Salary - £60,000-£70,000 Location - Chorley - Office based (flexible hours) Axon Moore are working exclusively with a highly reputable and fast-growing brand in Leyland to recruit a Commercial Finance Manager into a high impact, commercially focused finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a visible role with real influence, partnering closely with senior leadership and playing a key part in shaping financial strategy. This position offers a broad and dynamic remit, covering financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. Alongside this, you'll work closely with stakeholders to track market expectations, deliver high quality reporting, and help drive both operational efficiency and growth. Responsibilities: Lead on financial modelling, including M&A and investment cases Drive budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning cycles Deliver clear, actionable insights from complex data Track market expectations vs internal performance Produce impactful reporting and presentations Partner across the business to improve performance and drive growth Skills: Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) Strong modelling and analytical skills Experience in a commercial finance role Confident influencing senior stakeholders Our local Lancashire Axon Moore team recruit all accounting and finance roles from CFO to transactional finance on both a temporary and permanent basis. For more information about this role or our wider team, please contact Rebecca on or IND1

I am delighted to now be recruiting for a Group Financial Controller to join a profitable, and highly successful owner managed FS business in Leeds!The role will report directly to the newly promoted (fantastic) Group FD and head up a finance team of 5 staff - leading, coaching and developing the team, whilst managing change and challenging and improving processes within a customer focused business environment.Reporting to and working closely with the Group FD and rest of the Board, the Group Financial Controller will be responsible for creating a strong financial control environment by providing accurate and timely management reporting for the multiple entities within in the Group.This one would be ideally suited to a strong people manager with a proven track record within a senior finance role in the financial or professional services sector, who thrives within a hands on, fast paced SME working environment Key duties of this role include: Oversee the finance function and all ensure all financial records are accurate for all companies in the Group. Manage and support the performance and development of a team of 5 Responsible for full group month end close and preparation of group management accounts Responsibility over all financial reporting, ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of monthly management accounts, production of month end file and all associated reconciliations. Lead contact with external auditors & tax compliance teams for the audit of the financial statements of the Group including the preparation of statutory accounts under IFRS and annual Corporation Tax calculations. Work closely with the FP&A manager to ensure they have access to accurate information for budgeting and forecasts. Dealing with VAT affairs of the group Overseeing payroll processes ensuring correct payroll information is supplied to outsourced payroll function Manage group working capital in areas such as aged debt and cash flow forecasting. Responsible for the implementation of new processing/accounting systems as appropriate. The successful candidate will: Be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified - Essential Have experience of consolidating group accounts - Essential Have strong technical skills including UK GAAP and UK taxes regimes - Essential Have previous experience in financial services - Desirable What's on offer? Easily accessible location from North, East, South Yorkshire, Leeds, Wakefield On site parking Hybrid working - 2 days office based per week 37.5 hour working week Company pension Private healthcare

Financial Controller Tameside (Hybrid) £70,000 - £75,000 + 10% bonus Manufacturing Axon Moore have exclusively partnered with an SME manufacturing business based in Tameside who are seeking a driven and commercially minded Financial Controller to lead the finance function, reporting directly to the Finance Director. This is a key leadership role, offering the opportunity to influence decision-making and drive financial performance within a fast-paced, operational environment. The Role You will take full ownership of the site's financial operations, ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting, and the delivery of meaningful insights to support strategic and operational decisions. Acting as a trusted business partner to senior leadership, you will play a central role in improving performance, efficiency, and profitability. Key Responsibilities Lead the month-end close process and produce accurate, timely management accounts Maintain full balance sheet ownership, ensuring reconciliations and controls are robust Deliver budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management, including variance analysis Provide insightful financial analysis to support commercial and operational decision-making Oversee product costing, margin analysis, and manufacturing variances Manage capex processes, including evaluation, tracking, and post-investment reviews Drive working capital improvements across inventory, debtors, and creditors Ensure compliance with group financial controls, audit requirements, and statutory reporting Partner with senior stakeholders to identify cost savings, efficiency gains, and process improvements Enhance finance systems, reporting, and data integrity Support wider business functions and contribute to strategic initiatives About You Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with 5-10 years PQE Strong technical finance background with advanced Excel and modelling skills Commercially aware, with the confidence to challenge and influence decision-making Analytical, proactive, and solutions-focused, with high attention to detail Effective communicator, comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels Well-organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment High integrity, strong work ethic, and a collaborative approach For more information please apply for immediate consideration or contact Danny Kay at Axon Moore.