Bond Williams

Our client, a high growth Oxford University spin out, are scaling their operations and require an experienced Financial Controller to support the CFO and ultimately build out the finance function as a whole. The Financial Controller will be responsible for the day-to-day financial management of the company, ensuring robust controls, accurate reporting and strong financial governance are in place as the business scales. You will work closely with the CFO on strategic projects including financial modelling and investor reporting, making this a role with genuine breadth and influence beyond a traditional FC position. As the business grows, you will play a key role in building and shaping the finance team around you, identifying resourcing needs, building a team and developing a high-performing function capable of supporting the next stage of the company's growth. This role is ideally suited to a qualified accountant who has thrived in an SME, high-growth or start-up environment, where adaptability, and the ability to build and improve processes from the ground are key. Financial Controller key responsibilities: Own the monthly management accounts process end-to-end, delivering accurate and timely financial reporting to the CFO and senior leadership team Prepare and present monthly board reporting packs, including variance analysis, commentary and key financial metrics Maintain and continuously improve the financial control environment, ensuring robust processes, reconciliations and controls are in place across all areas of the business Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable and treasury management, ensuring healthy cash flow and working capital management Lead the annual budgeting process, working collaboratively with department heads to produce a robust and well-evidenced budget Maintain rolling forecasts, providing the CFO and senior leadership team with timely and accurate financial outlooks Develop and maintain financial models to support operational decision-making, scenario planning and business case development Support the CFO on strategic financial projects, including fundraising, investor reporting, financial due diligence and business planning Contribute to the development of financial strategy, providing analysis and insight to inform key commercial and operational decisions The ideal Financial Controller will possess: 5+ years of post-qualification experience in a financial control or senior finance role A strong track record in an SME, high-growth or start-up environment is strongly preferred Demonstrable experience owning month-end processes, management accounts and financial reporting to board level Experience supporting strategic finance activity - such as fundraising, investor reporting or financial modelling - is highly desirable This is an influential senior finance role with genuine strategic exposure beyond traditional controllership, with the opportunity to help shape the financial infrastructure of a high-growth, specialist business at an exciting stage of its development. There is a competitive salary and benefits package plus hybrid working arrangements on offer Bond Williams Professional Recruitment are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency

A Practice Manager/Qualified (ACA/ACCA) is being recruited for a small boutique Chartered Accountancy firm in the Ringwood area. The firm has a portfolio of quality clients both in the local area and London and this role would offer a great opportunity to have some equity in the firm. As Practice Manager you would work closely with the Managing Director but manage your own portfolio of clients: audit, compliance and advisory as well as overseeing trainees and a bookkeeper. Ideally ACA/ACCA with at least 2-3 years post qualified experience, strong technical ability, recent audit skills, very strong client facing skills as client service is paramount. Also important are good IT skills including knowledge of Sage, Xero and Quickbooks. Very good working environment, dedicated and friendly team. Bond Williams Professional Recruitment are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency

We are recruiting for a Trainee / Improver Estimator & Contracts Manager to join a specialist subcontractor within the drylining and suspended ceilings sector. This is a development role offering training across both estimating and contract management duties, working alongside experienced professionals with long-term progression opportunities. Requirements: Some experience within construction (ideally interiors/drylining) Good numerical and IT skills Full UK Driving Licence Strong willingness to learn and progress Desirable: Ability to read construction drawings and specifications Exposure to take-off/estimating software (e.g. Bluebeam or similar) Understanding of construction processes and site-based work Relevant construction qualification or equivalent experience CSCS card What's on offer: Training and development Career progression Company benefits package To apply, please submit your CV for consideration. Bond Williams Professional Recruitment are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency

Finance Director required to lead strategy, drive growth and make a difference. My client is looking for an ambitious and commercially astute Finance Director to join the Executive Team. This is a high impact leadership role where you'll shape financial strategy, influence major decisions, oversee commercial contracts, and help drive the future of a growing charity.You'll work directly with the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees, leading finance, governance, property, health & safety and IT functions across the organisation. This is a pivotal leadership role with influence across the whole charity and its subsidiary companies. What you'll be doing: Leading financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting and reporting Advising the Board of Trustees and senior leadership team Driving commercial growth, contract negotiations and strategic initiatives Overseeing property, health & safety, governance and IT functions Supporting long term sustainability and organisational growth Leading and developing high performing managers and teams We're looking for: A qualified accountant Strategic and commercially minded leadership experience Confidence influencing Boards and senior stakeholders Strong financial planning, governance and contract expertise A leader who thrives in a fast paced, purpose led environment Desirable: Charity sector and government funding knowledge Experience with charity financial legislation and accounting systems Why join us? Executive level influence Varied and strategic portfolio Values led organisation with real social impact Opportunity to shape long term growth and sustainability If you want your leadership to matter beyond the numbers, this is your opportunity. Bond Williams Professional Recruitment are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency