Cedar

Intro Cedar is currently partnered with a global consumer business to secure an Interim Head of Group Finance in Peterborough. The role is a 15-month initial contract, offering a salary between £100,000-£125,000 base plus bonus. The Company This global consumer business operates at significant scale, supplying major retail customers across multiple markets. The Group employs thousands of people internationally ad generates multi-billion-pound revenues, with the UK representing a substantial and strategically important division. The organisation is undergoing a period of transformation, including finance systems implementation and operational modernisation. The Role As Interim Head of Group Finance, you will cover: Leadership of the UK Group Finance function, overseeing reporting, audit, tax, treasury, transactional finance, and internal controls Delivery of accurate weekly and monthly performance reporting to support strategic decision-making Ownership of forecasting, budgeting, and IFRS compliance across multiple UK entities Management of statutory reporting and external audit processes across multiple entities Oversight of UK cashflow, liquidity, and banking relationships Leadership of transactional finance, driving performance and process improvements Strengthening internal controls, governance, and financial integrity across the UK business Supporting major finance transformation initiatives, including ERP and treasury system implementation Providing commercial insight and financial leadership to senior stakeholders, including the CFO and executive team Your Profile You will ideally have: A formal accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA/CIMA/ACCA or equivalent) Senior finance leadership experience within a complex, multi-entity organisation (£500m+ turnover) Strong technical expertise across IFRS, statutory reporting, audit, tax, and treasury Proven leadership capability, with experience building and managing high-performing teams Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to partner effectively at senior levels A commercial, analytical, and delivery-focused mindset Prior interim / contract experience would be beneficial but not essential Compensation & Benefits As well as a salary between £95,000-£110,000 base plus bonus, the role offers exposure to a large-scale, complex international group and the opportunity to lead a critical finance function during a period of transformation. The role is considered a key leadership position within the UK finance function and will run for an initial 15-month period. You will be required to be at the Peterborough location, accessible via major transport routes, 4 days per week.

Senior Finance Manager London (predominantly remote)Full-time (4 days a week considered for a senior hire) I have been retained by a fast-growing technology-enabled scale up providing digital platforms used by large enterprise and infrastructure clients across multiple international markets. As the company enters its next phase of growth, they are looking for an experienced, hands-on Senior Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function and support central operations. This role works closely with the CFO and leadership team and is well suited to someone who enjoys operating in a small, agile environment, building processes from the ground up, and partnering across the business. The Role You'll lead financial reporting, liquidity planning, and finance operations, helping build the financial and operational foundations for the company's next phase of growth. Key responsibilities include: Financial reporting & close Owning the monthly soft close and ensuring timely, accurate reporting Leading quarterly close cycles and preparing investor reporting packs Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Liquidity & cash planning Managing short- and medium-term cash flow forecasts and runway planning Supporting working capital management and liquidity monitoring Assisting with banking and treasury processes Finance operations Overseeing accounts payable and receivable Supporting payroll and general HR-related finance processes Managing invoicing, payment runs, collections, and supplier relationships Tax & compliance Supporting UK start up tax processes (including EMI schemes and R&D tax credits) Assisting with statutory compliance and audit readiness Business & leadership support Providing ad hoc financial and operational analysis to the CFO and CEO Helping develop scalable finance processes suitable for a growing business Contributing to board- and investor-level reporting About you Qualified accountant with strong ownership of reporting Hands-on operational finance experience (AP/AR, banking, cash management) Familiarity with UK start up tax requirements (EMI, R&D) Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with minimal supervision Why join? Work closely with an experienced CFO at a pivotal growth stage Take real ownership of finance in a scaling, mission-driven business Flexible working structure Opportunity to shape processes and progress toward a future Head of Finance role Interested?Please apply directly to Cedar for more details.

Group Finance Manager, £1bil t/o FMCG, Peterborough, £60-65k + 20% Bonus Are you a recently qualified ACA looking for their first move into industry? This could be the perfect next step! We are partnering with a market-leading international FMCG group operating across 50+ countries. The business is a major supplier into UK and European retail markets and continues to scale year-on-year, supported by significant operational infrastructure and investment in systems. With a large UK footprint and a multi-entity structure, the organisation combines entrepreneurial growth with global backing, creating an environment where finance plays a genuinely strategic role. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing Group function within a complex, international environment. This is a broad Group Finance Manager role sitting at the heart of UK reporting and governance. You will act as a key interface between the UK entities and the international Group team, owning reporting, controls and driving system and process improvements. Group Reporting & Business Partnering Lead weekly and monthly UK performance reporting packs for senior stakeholders Own month-end and year-end close across multiple entities Partner with department heads on shared cost management Act as the central point of contact for Group reporting queries Budgeting & Forecasting Prepare and manage weekly UK cash flow forecasting Coordinate the annual budget process across UK entities Own forecasts and group recharge allocations Financial Controls & Governance Oversee balance sheet integrity and reconciliations Review and strengthen internal controls frameworks Identify control gaps and implement best-practice solutions Audit & Statutory Reporting Manage year-end audit process and auditor liaison Prepare statutory accounts and subsidiary reporting packs Improve audit readiness and reduce control findings Tax & Compliance Oversee Corporation Tax and VAT compliance Liaise with HMRC and external advisers Support R&D tax credit and capital allowance analysis Systems & Transformation Support ongoing ERP enhancement (Microsoft Dynamics 365 environment) Drive enhancements in reporting automation (Power BI / ERP reporting tools) Essentials: ACA Qualified from top 10 Practice Strong technical accounting knowledge Proven experience managing balance sheet controls Excellent stakeholder management skills Confident with ERP systems and advanced Excel

Cedar is partnered with a national, contract-led services business to appoint an Interim Senior Finance Manager. This is a 6-month contract offering a day rate of £425-500, based in Central Manchester with hybrid working. This is a newly created interim role within a live operational environment, offering scope, autonomy and meaningful exposure to senior stakeholders. The CompanyThe business is a large, operationally complex organisation that has recently expanded operations into a new geographic area. Operating within a regulated, commercially nuanced environment, the focus is on strengthening control, governance and financial discipline as the operation scales. Finance plays a central role in ensuring contractual clarity, robust documentation and disciplined change control, working closely with senior operational leadership in a fast-paced setting. The RoleThe Interim Senior Finance Manager will partner closely with the Finance Director to bring structure, rigour and technical oversight to contract change documentation, costing and financial governance. The role has been created to support an increased volume of commercial and contractual activity following operational expansion. It is a hands-on assignment suited to a technically strong accountant who is comfortable operating in an evolving, delivery-focused environment. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the Finance Director in reviewing, documenting and formalising contract changes. Working through a backlog of contract and change documentation, ensuring clarity, accuracy and a robust audit trail. Reviewing, validating and constructively challenging costings relating to contract variations and change requests. Documenting key commercial and operational assumptions underpinning financial submissions. Ensuring appropriate structuring and financial treatment of contractual changes. Working with operational stakeholders to gather data and support well-evidenced financial submissions. Strengthening processes around change control, documentation standards and financial governance. Producing clear, concise and well-structured reporting for senior stakeholders. This is a visible role with genuine influence, sitting at the intersection of finance, operations and commercial decision-making. Your Profile Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent). Background in industry or audit, ideally within contract-heavy or operational environments. Strong understanding of contract change processes, costing and financial governance. Technically strong, detail-oriented and comfortable bringing order to incomplete or evolving information. Confident engaging with senior operational stakeholders and challenging assumptions where appropriate. Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, developing environment. Compensation & Working ArrangementsThe day rate for this Interim Senior Finance Manager role is £425-500 per day, reflecting the scope, autonomy and senior stakeholder exposure of the assignment. The role is based in Central Manchester with hybrid working, offering flexibility alongside meaningful time with the on-site leadership team. The 6-month duration provides stability, clear deliverables and the opportunity to make a tangible impact within a high-profile operational area.

Cedar is partnered with an investor-backed, operationally intensive business to appoint an Interim Finance Business Partner. This is an initial 3-month assignment, based in North Cambridge, offering a £450-500 per day rate. The role sits within a fast-moving environment where finance is expected to work closely with commercial teams and influence day-to-day decision-making. The CompanyThe business operates at scale within a high-volume, commercially driven setting, supplying large national customers and running time-critical operations. Pricing discipline, margin control and operational efficiency are central to performance, and finance plays an active role in supporting these outcomes. Backed by institutional investors, the organisation values data-led insight and close collaboration between finance, operations and the commercial leadership team. The core operational site in North Cambridge requires finance to be embedded in the business rather than operating at arm's length. The RoleThe Interim Finance Business Partner will support commercial performance through insight, analysis and challenge, working close to trading activity and building a strong understanding of the operational drivers behind financial results. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role suited to a Finance Business Partner who is comfortable operating at pace and translating data into clear, practical insight. Key areas of focus include: Producing and interpreting regular commercial performance reporting to support decision-making. Analysing pricing, margin, volume and customer performance. Translating financial data into actionable insight for non-finance stakeholders. Supporting month-end activity through detailed analysis, commentary and issue resolution. Working closely with operational and commercial teams to improve performance understanding. Delivering ad-hoc analysis, modelling and short-term scenario work. Identifying and implementing improvements to reporting, processes and controls. Your Profile Commercial finance or FP&A background with demonstrable Finance Business Partnering experience. Comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Strong analytical capability with a practical, hands-on approach. Confident engaging senior stakeholders and influencing commercial decisions. Experience in FMCG, manufacturing, logistics or similar operational settings is advantageous. Compensation & Working ArrangementsThis assignment offers £450-500 per day for an initial 3-month period, reflecting the hands-on, commercially focused nature of the role. The position is based in North Cambridge, with an expectation of 4 days per week in the office to support close engagement with operational and commercial teams. The £450-500 per day rate is positioned to attract a high-calibre Finance Business Partner who can deliver impact quickly in a fast-moving, investor-backed environment.

An exciting leadership opportunity has arisen for an Indirect Tax Senior Manager to manage the indirect tax affairs for a large PLC. Managing one direct report and reporting to the Group Tax Director, this is an advisory based role for someone to proactively partner and add value to the business and transactions. Specific responsibilities include: Manage the implementation of the indirect tax strategy across the Group Provide commercial indirect tax advice on any transactions or business projects, eg. setting up new joint ventures Ensure monthly VAT returns are submitted for all Group VAT registrations Identify process improvement opportunities in process for further increase quality and efficiency in compliance processes This is an exciting time to join the tax team where you will be able add tangible value to demonstrate how tax can enhance business projects. You will need a strong background in VAT and ideally experience of SDLT or CIS. Please apply now for more information.

The Company Our client is a substantial international services platform operating across multiple geographies, underpinned by a strong data-led culture and disciplined capital allocation framework. Backed by long-term institutional investors, the organisation is continuing to strengthen its Group FP&A capability to support strategic decision-making, investment prioritisation, and enterprise-wide performance management. The Role As Interim Group FP&A Lead , you will act as a senior strategic partner across the organisation. You will take ownership of critical Group planning and modelling workstreams, shaping the financial narrative presented to executive and investor stakeholders. The remit centres on long-range planning, complex scenario modelling, enterprise forecasting, and high-quality performance insight across a broad and evolving Group structure. Key responsibilities include: Full ownership and enhancement of the Group strategic plan and long-range financial model Leading advanced scenario modelling, including stress testing, sensitivities, and capital deployment analysis Driving the Group forecasting framework, ensuring rigorous linkage to commercial drivers and operational KPIs Translating complex modelling outputs into clear, board-ready insight and recommendations Shaping the Group performance narrative, identifying structural risks, value levers, and trade-offs Supporting major strategic initiatives, investment appraisal, and capital allocation decisions Acting as a senior FP&A figure within a lean Group function, providing oversight and direction to analysts Elevating modelling standards, planning processes, and reporting discipline across the Group Supporting transaction readiness and strategic planning cycles through robust, defensible modelling Your Profile You will bring demonstrable Group-level FP&A leadership experience within large, complex, or international organisations, ideally with exposure to investor-backed or institutional environments. You will have advanced financial modelling capability, strong commercial judgement, and the credibility to operate effectively with senior stakeholders. You will be comfortable working at pace, navigating ambiguity, and delivering structured, high-quality insight to inform strategic decisions at Group level. Compensation & Structure This assignment is offered at £600-700 per day, Inside IR35 (Umbrella) , for an initial six-month contract. The role operates on a hybrid basis, with approximately two days per week on-site in Surrey. The rate reflects the seniority, technical depth, and executive-level exposure inherent in the mandate.

This is an exciting opportunity that's been newly created for a Corporate Tax Manager to join a small, high performing tax team. The role reflects the growth and success of the tax team as well as the ambition of the wider business. Reporting to the Head of Tax, specific responsibilities include: Manage the end-to-end corporation tax compliance process with support from third party advisers to include detailed review of Corporate Tax returns, Corporate Interest Restriction and Group Relief Prepare year end tax provisions for Group and sole entity accounts Provide corporation tax advisory support on projects and corporate transactions Manage Capital Allowance reviews with external advisers Support transfer pricing reviews of inter-company arrangements They are keen to have someone who can take ownership over process but also proactively identify opportunities for maximising efficiency, and drive projects using their own initiative. It's an excellent role that will continue to grow and progress as you are in role. Please apply now for more information.

Finance Business Partner - Bids & Tenders, Market Leading Group, North London, £60-70k Are you a commercially astute finance professional who thrives on complex modelling, strategic analysis and high-impact decision making? We are partnering with a market-leading, transportation organisation with c.£450m turnover and ambitious UK expansion plans. Backed by a global parent and operating at significant scale, the business is entering an exciting phase of growth through both competitive tendering and strategic acquisitions. As part of this journey, they are seeking a Finance Business Partner, Bids & Tenders to sit at the heart of commercial decision-making. The Opportunity This is not a standard FP&A role. You will lead the financial development of major bid submissions and investment cases, ensuring tenders are commercially robust, strategically aligned and financially optimised. Working closely with senior operational stakeholders and executive leadership, you will shape pricing strategy, risk evaluation and long-term value creation. The role offers exposure across: Large-scale UK and European tenders Investment analysis and valuation modelling Financial due diligence support Long and short-term strategic planning Senior stakeholder engagement, including direct interaction with executive leadership You will act as a true commercial partner - translating complex data into clear, persuasive insight that directly influences growth outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead financial modelling and pricing strategy for competitive tenders Build and own detailed bid models (including client templates and scenario analysis) Develop capex plans, balance sheet and working capital projections Produce risk and opportunity assessments Deliver investment appraisals and valuation analysis Partner cross-functionally with operational, commercial and bid teams Support budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning processes Provide board-ready insight to support high-value decision making About You ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with 2+ years PQE Advanced Excel modeller, confident with complex formulae, automation and large data sets Highly analytical and detail-driven Commercially curious with the confidence to challenge and influence Strong communicator, comfortable presenting to senior stakeholders Experience in bids/tenders or infrastructure/transport environments is highly advantageous If you enjoy building robust models, interrogating data and influencing strategic outcomes, this is a genuinely exciting platform to accelerate your career.

Finance Manager Circa £68,000 + 20% bonus + excellent benefits Staines, Surrey (Hybrid - 3 days in office) Consumer Services sector global market leader The Company This organisation is a global market leader operating across multiple international regions, employing tens of thousands of people worldwide. With a long-established history and a strong track record of performance, the business delivers essential services to millions of customers each year. With multi-billion-euro revenues and operations across approximately 40 countries, the company combines commercial success with a strong sense of purpose, sustainability focus and commitment to its people. The Opportunity This highly successful organisation is now seeking a skilled and proactive Finance Manager to join the Group finance function, managing one person. This is a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity and timeliness of financial reporting across group entities. You will play a key role in strengthening financial controls, enhancing reporting standards and modernising processes in an evolving environment. Partnering across various finance teams, you will drive rigour, clarity and continuous improvement in financial reporting, while supporting statutory compliance and audit processes. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant who enjoys improving processes, challenging constructively and operating in a collaborative, high-performance environment. Key Responsibilities Controls & Process Improvement Contribute to enhancing financial processes, internal controls and reporting frameworks Support the transition to strengthened compliance and reporting standards Intercompany Leadership & Oversight Lead on corporate intercompany matters, including transfer pricing and franchise fees, partnering closely with the Group Tax team Manage the intercompany accountant to ensure all intercompany activities are completed accurately and on time Drive improvements and efficiencies across intercompany processes Month-End Close & Reporting Prepare and post month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments and adjustments in line with internal control standards Review and validate financial data to ensure completeness and accuracy Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and improve reporting adherence to deadlines Year-End Audit & Compliance Lead and coordinate the preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation Liaise with external auditors to ensure timely completion of statutory audits Balance Sheet Control Perform and review detailed reconciliations of key balance sheet accounts Investigate and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner Maintain robust documentation to support audit and internal control requirements Additional Responsibilities Ensure regulatory statistical submissions are completed accurately and on time Candidate Profile An Audit-trained chartered accountant (essential) Has already made the move into industry and has experience in enhancing/implementing controls Has a strong understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS Confident in managing intercompany and statutory reporting processes Strong communicator with the ability to partner effectively across teams Ambitious, proactive, improvement-driven and comfortable challenging constructively

Intro Cedar is currently partnered with a global consumer business to secure a Finance Manager on a 6-month fixed-term contract in Peterborough. The role offers a salary of between £65,000-£75000 pro rata and will support the finance function during a period of operational activity and reporting requirements. The Company This global consumer business operates at significant scale, supplying major retail customers across multiple markets. The Group employs thousands of people internationally and generates multi-billion-pound revenues, with the UK representing a substantial and strategically important division. The organisation is undergoing a period of transformation, including finance systems implementation and operational modernisation. The Role As Finance Manager, you will support the core finance function across reporting, forecasting, and financial control, working closely with group finance, auditors, and operational stakeholders. Responsibilities will include: Ownership of accurate monthly reporting and supporting weekly performance reporting across the UK business Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling processes Maintaining strong financial controls and ensuring compliance across finance processes Liaising with auditors, group finance, and external stakeholders where required Providing analytical insight to support operational and commercial decision-making Managing multiple deadlines within a fast-paced, complex environment Supporting improvements to finance processes and reporting quality Your Profile You will ideally have: A formal accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar senior finance role FMCG experience is essential Strong analytical capability with excellent attention to detail and accuracy Advanced Excel capability and experience working with financial systems, ideally D365 Strong experience across budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling A solid understanding of financial controls and compliance The ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively Clear and confident communication skills with the ability to work across multiple stakeholders A proactive, organised, and hands-on approach to delivery Prior interim / contract experience would be beneficial but not essential Compensation & Benefits As well as a salary of between £65,000-£75000 pro rata, the role offers exposure to a large-scale, complex international group and the opportunity to support a critical finance function during a period of transformation. The position will run for an initial 6-month fixed-term contract and will be based in Peterborough, accessible via major transport routes.

Transactions Manager - Permanent - Hybrid - £44,000 per annum Cedar Recruitment are currently supporting a Not-for-profit organisation in the recruitment of an experienced Transactions Manager on a permanent basis, to lead the organisations transactional finance functions, including Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger and Payroll. This role will ensure efficient financial processes, strong financial controls and both accurate an efficient reporting across the organisation. The role is based in the South East and will require hybrid working.The salary of offer for the role is £44,000 per annum. Key Responsibilities Manage the Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger and Payroll teams, ensuring high performance and excellent service. Oversee accurate and timely processing of income, payments and payroll. Ensure full compliance with HMRC regulations, pensions and statutory payroll requirements. Review aged debtors and creditors and support effective cash collection and payment processes. Manage the organisations cashflow, including producing rolling cashflow forecasts. Improve and streamline financial processes and systems across transaction teams. Resolve complex financial queries and maintain strong internal financial controls. Support the preparation of year-end accounts and financial reporting. Build strong relationships with internal teams, suppliers and external stakeholders. Experience Required Qualified Accountant (ACCA or CIMA). Experience managing large transactional finance teams and payroll functions. Strong cashflow management and reconciliation experience. Skilled in Excel and financial systems Experience of using access financials is highly desirable. Strong leadership, organisation and problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. Should this role sound of interest, then please apply and one of the team will be in touch to discuss the position with you further. Alternatively, please refer someone for a voucher if they are successfully placed.

A long-term contract has arisen in a strong and established tax team based for a 15-month contract. The role takes ownership for corporate tax compliance and reporting. You will work within an established tax team with a strong reputation and work closely with the wider finance team, external advisors and the US tax team. Specific Responsibilities include: Preparation of UK corporation tax computations using Alphatax and supporting EMEA tax compliance through managing the outsourced providers Lead on EMEA deliverable for US tax reporting including reconciliations and forecasting Supporting with HMRC queries Proactivity identify opportunities for process improvement using AI tools Support with transfer pricing documentation including managing local file The successful applicant will have strong UK tax experience. The offices are based in London Bridge and ask for office presence 3 days / week.

Cedar has been retained by a leading law firm to appoint an Operations Director to provide strategic and hands-on leadership across core operational functions. This is a senior operational leadership role focused on ensuring effective, efficient, and well-governed business-as-usual operations across the firm's UK and European offices. The successful candidate will strengthen operational discipline, enhance performance, and ensure the firm's infrastructure enables exceptional client service and sustainable growth. The emphasis is on operational excellence, governance, and structured continuous improvement within a partnership environment. The Role Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Operations Director will oversee day-to-day operational leadership across PMO, Risk & Compliance, Facilities, and Governance functions. Acting as a trusted partner to the COO and Managing Partners, the postholder will ensure operational stability, regulatory compliance, and consistent service standards across multiple offices and practice groups. While improvement initiatives will form part of the remit, the core focus is on strengthening business-as-usual operations, embedding robust controls, and driving measurable enhancements in efficiency and service quality. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic oversight and leadership of business-as-usual operations across UK and European offices. Ensure Risk & Compliance frameworks meet regulatory requirements (including SRA and relevant European obligations where applicable). Oversee PMO and operational delivery functions to support practice groups effectively. Strengthen governance processes within a partnership model, ensuring clarity of accountability and decision-making. Drive continuous operational improvement to enhance efficiency, client experience, and profitability. Oversee operational budgeting, cost control, and performance reporting. Introduce appropriate workflow automation and operational systems to improve process consistency. Partner with practice leaders to improve matter management, resource planning, and operational support. Lead and develop senior operational leaders across offices. Embed ESG and sustainability considerations within operational strategy and reporting. Skills & Experience Essential Proven operational leadership experience within the legal sector or a regulated partnership environment. Strong understanding of law firm governance structures and partnership dynamics. Deep knowledge of risk, compliance, and regulatory frameworks (including SRA requirements). Experience overseeing multi-office operations. Demonstrated ability to improve operational performance and cost efficiency. Strong financial and commercial acumen within a partnership model. Ability to influence senior partners and board-level stakeholders. Practical experience in continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent). Desirable Experience supporting UK and European legal operations. Exposure to legal tech, case management systems, or workflow automation. Formal qualifications in operations, risk, or compliance. Leadership & Cultural Fit The firm is seeking a pragmatic, collaborative, and credible operational leader who understands the nuances of a partnership culture. Success will depend on the ability to: Provide operational stability and disciplined execution Build trust and influence within a partner-led environment Balance regulatory rigour with commercial pragmatism Strengthen accountability while fostering collaboration