Working for an impressive FTSE 100 Group, this is a brilliant opportunity for a Tax Reporting and Compliance Director to lead the function for the global group. Reporting to the Group Tax Director, this is an exciting opportunity to put your own mark and shape the team going forward. Key responsibilities include: Lead the management and oversight of the Group's external tax reporting obligations, including Pillar 2 and public CbCR Using internal and external resources, ensure global compliance obligations are met, ensuring timely and accurate submissions Proactively identify opportunities to improve efficiency and performance in tax compliance and reporting processes, as well as how tax can add value to the global business Supporting the Head of Tax to ensure Global Tax Strategy is implemented Owning the relationship with HMRC and overseeing international tax audits The successful candidate will have experience of leading group tax reporting in a large, multi-jurisdictional Plc environment. You will be able to demonstrate leadership qualities and create a strategy and plan for the compliance and reporting team going forward. Please apply now for more information.
Jan 31, 2026
Full time
Working for an impressive FTSE 100 Group, this is a brilliant opportunity for a Tax Reporting and Compliance Director to lead the function for the global group. Reporting to the Group Tax Director, this is an exciting opportunity to put your own mark and shape the team going forward. Key responsibilities include: Lead the management and oversight of the Group's external tax reporting obligations, including Pillar 2 and public CbCR Using internal and external resources, ensure global compliance obligations are met, ensuring timely and accurate submissions Proactively identify opportunities to improve efficiency and performance in tax compliance and reporting processes, as well as how tax can add value to the global business Supporting the Head of Tax to ensure Global Tax Strategy is implemented Owning the relationship with HMRC and overseeing international tax audits The successful candidate will have experience of leading group tax reporting in a large, multi-jurisdictional Plc environment. You will be able to demonstrate leadership qualities and create a strategy and plan for the compliance and reporting team going forward. Please apply now for more information.
Cedar is partnering with a private equity backed technology and SaaS business to appoint an Interim Group Reporting Director on an initial 6 month contract. This is a senior interim leadership role within a sponsor backed group following a recent carve-out and ongoing buy-and-build activity. The role offers a day rate of £800 to £1,000 and sits at the centre of group reporting, consolidation, audit, and control during a critical phase of scale. This Interim Group Reporting Director position is delivery focused, highly visible, and requires immediate impact in a complex, fast-moving environment. The Business The business is a high growth, private equity backed technology and SaaS group with strong recurring revenues and an increasingly international footprint. Following a carve-out from a former parent and several acquisitions, the group now operates across multiple legal entities and jurisdictions. The focus has shifted firmly to control, pace, and reporting credibility. The private equity sponsor and leadership team are prioritising high-quality group reporting, audit readiness, and a robust finance operating model as the business moves through its next value creation phase. This is a classic interim environment where experienced group reporting leadership is required to stabilise and embed best practice. The Role As Interim Group Reporting Director, you will take full ownership of group reporting, consolidation, and external reporting across the business. Key responsibilities include: End-to-end ownership of group month-end close, consolidation, and reporting across a multi-entity, multi-currency structure Leadership of group reporting, financial control, and statutory reporting activity Acting as primary point of contact for external auditors, managing audit planning, delivery, and issue resolution Improving the speed, discipline, and reliability of the group close and reporting timetable Supporting post-acquisition integration from a reporting and controls perspective Partnering closely with the CFO, Board, and private equity sponsor on reporting integrity and governance Driving pragmatic improvements across reporting processes, systems usage, and data quality Leading and developing the group reporting and financial control team during a period of change Your Profile You are likely to bring: ACA, CIMA, or CA qualification Senior group reporting or financial control experience within private equity backed, technology, or SaaS environments Strong track record owning consolidation, audit, and group reporting in complex structures Experience operating through carve-outs, integrations, or buy-and-build scenarios Confidence working with ERP and consolidation systems in BAU environments Credibility with CFOs, Boards, and private equity sponsors Prior interim experience in sponsor backed businesses A day rate expectation of £800 to £1,000, aligned with scope and seniority Compensation & Benefits This Interim Group Reporting Director role offers a day rate of £800 to £1,000, alongside direct exposure to senior leadership and a highly engaged private equity sponsor. The assignment is expected to run for 6 months and is based in Central London, with a flexible hybrid working model. The Central London location offers excellent transport links and easy access for interim professionals. This is a high-impact interim opportunity to lead group reporting, bring control to a complex environment, and support a PE-backed technology business at a pivotal stage of its journey.
Jan 30, 2026
Contractor
Cedar is partnering with a private equity backed technology and SaaS business to appoint an Interim Group Reporting Director on an initial 6 month contract. This is a senior interim leadership role within a sponsor backed group following a recent carve-out and ongoing buy-and-build activity. The role offers a day rate of £800 to £1,000 and sits at the centre of group reporting, consolidation, audit, and control during a critical phase of scale. This Interim Group Reporting Director position is delivery focused, highly visible, and requires immediate impact in a complex, fast-moving environment. The Business The business is a high growth, private equity backed technology and SaaS group with strong recurring revenues and an increasingly international footprint. Following a carve-out from a former parent and several acquisitions, the group now operates across multiple legal entities and jurisdictions. The focus has shifted firmly to control, pace, and reporting credibility. The private equity sponsor and leadership team are prioritising high-quality group reporting, audit readiness, and a robust finance operating model as the business moves through its next value creation phase. This is a classic interim environment where experienced group reporting leadership is required to stabilise and embed best practice. The Role As Interim Group Reporting Director, you will take full ownership of group reporting, consolidation, and external reporting across the business. Key responsibilities include: End-to-end ownership of group month-end close, consolidation, and reporting across a multi-entity, multi-currency structure Leadership of group reporting, financial control, and statutory reporting activity Acting as primary point of contact for external auditors, managing audit planning, delivery, and issue resolution Improving the speed, discipline, and reliability of the group close and reporting timetable Supporting post-acquisition integration from a reporting and controls perspective Partnering closely with the CFO, Board, and private equity sponsor on reporting integrity and governance Driving pragmatic improvements across reporting processes, systems usage, and data quality Leading and developing the group reporting and financial control team during a period of change Your Profile You are likely to bring: ACA, CIMA, or CA qualification Senior group reporting or financial control experience within private equity backed, technology, or SaaS environments Strong track record owning consolidation, audit, and group reporting in complex structures Experience operating through carve-outs, integrations, or buy-and-build scenarios Confidence working with ERP and consolidation systems in BAU environments Credibility with CFOs, Boards, and private equity sponsors Prior interim experience in sponsor backed businesses A day rate expectation of £800 to £1,000, aligned with scope and seniority Compensation & Benefits This Interim Group Reporting Director role offers a day rate of £800 to £1,000, alongside direct exposure to senior leadership and a highly engaged private equity sponsor. The assignment is expected to run for 6 months and is based in Central London, with a flexible hybrid working model. The Central London location offers excellent transport links and easy access for interim professionals. This is a high-impact interim opportunity to lead group reporting, bring control to a complex environment, and support a PE-backed technology business at a pivotal stage of its journey.
The Opportunity Cedar is partnering with a private equity backed technology business to appoint an Interim FP&A Director on an initial 12 month contract. This is a senior leadership role in a fast growth, sponsor backed environment, offering a day rate of £800 to £1,000, reflecting the scope and commercial impact of the position. The Business This is a high performing, private equity backed technology business at a key stage of its growth journey. With a scalable product, strong recurring revenues and an engaged leadership team, the company is well positioned for continued expansion. The business is moving into a more disciplined value creation phase, with greater emphasis on commercial insight, performance management and data led decision making. FP&A sits at the centre of this shift, playing a critical role in shaping strategy, investment priorities and board level discussions. The Role As Interim FP&A Director, you will lead the FP&A function and act as a strategic partner to the executive team and private equity sponsor. Key responsibilities include: Ownership of budgeting, forecasting and long range planning across the group Delivery of high quality commercial insight to support strategic and operational decision making Development of financial models to support growth initiatives, investment cases and M&A activity Oversight of management reporting, KPI frameworks and performance tracking Close partnering with the CFO, CEO and wider senior leadership team Preparation of board and investor reporting, including sponsor level analysis and presentations Driving improvements to FP&A processes, systems and data quality Leadership and development of the FP&A team through a period of change and scale Your Profile You are likely to bring: A recognised accountancy qualification such as ACA, CIMA or CA Senior FP&A leadership experience within private equity backed, high growth and or technology led businesses Strong commercial acumen with the credibility to influence at executive and board level Advanced financial modelling and analytical capability Experience operating in fast paced, change driven environments Prior interim or contract experience, ideally in sponsor backed contexts A day rate expectation of £800 to £1,000 representing fair market value or a logical progression from previous assignments Compensation & Benefits In addition to the day rate of £800 to £1,000 this role offers exposure to a highly commercial, investor led environment with direct access to senior leadership and private equity stakeholders. You will play a central role in shaping decision making and strengthening FP&A capability during a critical phase of growth. The role is expected to run for at least 12 months and is based in Central London, with a flexible hybrid working model in place and excellent transport connectivity.
Jan 30, 2026
Contractor
The Opportunity Cedar is partnering with a private equity backed technology business to appoint an Interim FP&A Director on an initial 12 month contract. This is a senior leadership role in a fast growth, sponsor backed environment, offering a day rate of £800 to £1,000, reflecting the scope and commercial impact of the position. The Business This is a high performing, private equity backed technology business at a key stage of its growth journey. With a scalable product, strong recurring revenues and an engaged leadership team, the company is well positioned for continued expansion. The business is moving into a more disciplined value creation phase, with greater emphasis on commercial insight, performance management and data led decision making. FP&A sits at the centre of this shift, playing a critical role in shaping strategy, investment priorities and board level discussions. The Role As Interim FP&A Director, you will lead the FP&A function and act as a strategic partner to the executive team and private equity sponsor. Key responsibilities include: Ownership of budgeting, forecasting and long range planning across the group Delivery of high quality commercial insight to support strategic and operational decision making Development of financial models to support growth initiatives, investment cases and M&A activity Oversight of management reporting, KPI frameworks and performance tracking Close partnering with the CFO, CEO and wider senior leadership team Preparation of board and investor reporting, including sponsor level analysis and presentations Driving improvements to FP&A processes, systems and data quality Leadership and development of the FP&A team through a period of change and scale Your Profile You are likely to bring: A recognised accountancy qualification such as ACA, CIMA or CA Senior FP&A leadership experience within private equity backed, high growth and or technology led businesses Strong commercial acumen with the credibility to influence at executive and board level Advanced financial modelling and analytical capability Experience operating in fast paced, change driven environments Prior interim or contract experience, ideally in sponsor backed contexts A day rate expectation of £800 to £1,000 representing fair market value or a logical progression from previous assignments Compensation & Benefits In addition to the day rate of £800 to £1,000 this role offers exposure to a highly commercial, investor led environment with direct access to senior leadership and private equity stakeholders. You will play a central role in shaping decision making and strengthening FP&A capability during a critical phase of growth. The role is expected to run for at least 12 months and is based in Central London, with a flexible hybrid working model in place and excellent transport connectivity.
Finance Manager Hook / Hybrid Up to £75,000 dependent on experience + bonus + excellent benefits This fast-paced, highly dynamic, consumer-facing e-commerce company operates a market-leading business model. As part of its ongoing appetite to scale, it is recruiting a critical role to help shape and develop financial reporting capabilities, controls and processes. The company owns significant amounts of Inventory which is stored and prepared at various group UK operating sites. Representing the most significant individual item in the company balance sheet, Inventory is critical to the efficient operation of the business and the management of working capital. Leading the team responsible for inventory management, the role includes: Ensure that all processes, procedures and transactional accounting in relation to inventory are fit for purpose Own end-to-end inventory balance sheet reconciliations and reviews; monitoring controls and reconciliations to ensure underlying processes Deliver month end reporting Identify areas for improvement and manage the team to execute the appropriate changes Stock count: Ensure that adequate stock count instructions are in place and agreed between Finance and Operations; that stock counts proceed in line with instructions (this will require regular attendance of stock counts at operating sites); that reconciliations are performed and documented timely and to a high quality; and that any adjustments required to correct discrepancies identified during the count are reflected in the accounts Ensure that the team's accounting for purchases of inventory from multiple sources and sales of inventory are robust Identify situations where new operational or commercial arrangements require new or changed transactional flows, design processes to capture these, and implement with the Finance and Ops teams In addition to Inventory, you will have responsibility for accounting and reporting for other areas of the P&L and balance sheet Period-end reporting, including management accounts and other deliverables for the Management Team and other stakeholders Oversee/perform testing of the ERP system, following development work (e.g. implementation of new workflows, development of new import files and bank export files, transactions relating to new products) Partner with colleagues across the business to understand new products & services, ensuring that finance requirements are scoped into the development plan, and that the correct transactions are captured Work closely with Customer Experience and Product teams, ensuring that operational and administrative activities which touch on finance are appropriately controlled The successful candidate will have a profile that includes: Track record of managing and developing finance team members Strong and up-to-date technical accounting skills, and a background in financial control & financial reporting A passion for finding solutions to enhance performance Experience of managing complicated accounting processes and controls, ideally in companies with significant levels of inventory located at multiple locations Desire to improve financial and operational processes, and experience of having done so Well-organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to multitask Ability to take ownership of tasks and see them through to completion whilst working under pressure to meet deadlines Flexible, able to work in a fast-paced environment, employing pragmatism where necessary Excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills Articulate, persuasive, confident, possessing sound intellect; a self-starter with the ability to combine professional rigour with practical business requirements Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central or Navision accounting systems is preferred, but not essential
Jan 29, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Hook / Hybrid Up to £75,000 dependent on experience + bonus + excellent benefits This fast-paced, highly dynamic, consumer-facing e-commerce company operates a market-leading business model. As part of its ongoing appetite to scale, it is recruiting a critical role to help shape and develop financial reporting capabilities, controls and processes. The company owns significant amounts of Inventory which is stored and prepared at various group UK operating sites. Representing the most significant individual item in the company balance sheet, Inventory is critical to the efficient operation of the business and the management of working capital. Leading the team responsible for inventory management, the role includes: Ensure that all processes, procedures and transactional accounting in relation to inventory are fit for purpose Own end-to-end inventory balance sheet reconciliations and reviews; monitoring controls and reconciliations to ensure underlying processes Deliver month end reporting Identify areas for improvement and manage the team to execute the appropriate changes Stock count: Ensure that adequate stock count instructions are in place and agreed between Finance and Operations; that stock counts proceed in line with instructions (this will require regular attendance of stock counts at operating sites); that reconciliations are performed and documented timely and to a high quality; and that any adjustments required to correct discrepancies identified during the count are reflected in the accounts Ensure that the team's accounting for purchases of inventory from multiple sources and sales of inventory are robust Identify situations where new operational or commercial arrangements require new or changed transactional flows, design processes to capture these, and implement with the Finance and Ops teams In addition to Inventory, you will have responsibility for accounting and reporting for other areas of the P&L and balance sheet Period-end reporting, including management accounts and other deliverables for the Management Team and other stakeholders Oversee/perform testing of the ERP system, following development work (e.g. implementation of new workflows, development of new import files and bank export files, transactions relating to new products) Partner with colleagues across the business to understand new products & services, ensuring that finance requirements are scoped into the development plan, and that the correct transactions are captured Work closely with Customer Experience and Product teams, ensuring that operational and administrative activities which touch on finance are appropriately controlled The successful candidate will have a profile that includes: Track record of managing and developing finance team members Strong and up-to-date technical accounting skills, and a background in financial control & financial reporting A passion for finding solutions to enhance performance Experience of managing complicated accounting processes and controls, ideally in companies with significant levels of inventory located at multiple locations Desire to improve financial and operational processes, and experience of having done so Well-organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to multitask Ability to take ownership of tasks and see them through to completion whilst working under pressure to meet deadlines Flexible, able to work in a fast-paced environment, employing pragmatism where necessary Excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills Articulate, persuasive, confident, possessing sound intellect; a self-starter with the ability to combine professional rigour with practical business requirements Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central or Navision accounting systems is preferred, but not essential
Intro Cedar is currently partnered with a transport and logistics business to secure an Interim Head of FP&A in Central London. The role is a 6-month contract, covering a project secondment, paying a day rate between £600-700 per day. The Company This established transport business operates across multiple routes and service lines, delivering services through large, multi-year customer and public sector contracts. The organisation has continued to invest in financial discipline and planning capability to support operational performance, cost control, and contract profitability. Finance plays a central role in supporting decision-making across the business. The Role As Interim Head of FP&A, you will take ownership of the BAU FP&A function, ensuring continuity and robustness during a secondment. The role will include: Ownership of monthly forecasting, budgeting, and rolling reforecast cycles across the business Production of management reporting, variance analysis, and performance commentary for senior leadership Business partnering with operational and commercial stakeholders to support cost control, productivity, and margin performance across large contracts Oversight of cashflow forecasting and working capital tracking at both contract and group level Maintaining and improving core FP&A processes, models, and reporting cadence Supporting ad hoc analysis to inform operational decisions and short-term planning priorities Your Profile You will ideally have: A formal accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) Strong FP&A and management reporting experience within a complex, contract-led, operational environment Experience supporting or owning financial performance across large, multi-year contracts A track record of partnering closely with operational and commercial stakeholders in BAU settings The ability to step into a leadership role quickly and provide stability during a period of cover Prior interim or contract experience, or the ability to adapt rapidly into a short-term mandate The rate of £600-700 per day reflecting a logical progression from your previous role or contract rate Compensation & Benefits The role offers a day rate of £600-700 per day and the opportunity to lead a core FP&A function within a commercially focused transport business operating in a large contract-led environment. This is a BAU-focused role covering a defined secondment, with an initial 6-month term. The Central London location is well connected by public transport, and the business operates a flexible working model, typically requiring 3-4 days per week on site.
Jan 29, 2026
Contractor
Intro Cedar is currently partnered with a transport and logistics business to secure an Interim Head of FP&A in Central London. The role is a 6-month contract, covering a project secondment, paying a day rate between £600-700 per day. The Company This established transport business operates across multiple routes and service lines, delivering services through large, multi-year customer and public sector contracts. The organisation has continued to invest in financial discipline and planning capability to support operational performance, cost control, and contract profitability. Finance plays a central role in supporting decision-making across the business. The Role As Interim Head of FP&A, you will take ownership of the BAU FP&A function, ensuring continuity and robustness during a secondment. The role will include: Ownership of monthly forecasting, budgeting, and rolling reforecast cycles across the business Production of management reporting, variance analysis, and performance commentary for senior leadership Business partnering with operational and commercial stakeholders to support cost control, productivity, and margin performance across large contracts Oversight of cashflow forecasting and working capital tracking at both contract and group level Maintaining and improving core FP&A processes, models, and reporting cadence Supporting ad hoc analysis to inform operational decisions and short-term planning priorities Your Profile You will ideally have: A formal accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) Strong FP&A and management reporting experience within a complex, contract-led, operational environment Experience supporting or owning financial performance across large, multi-year contracts A track record of partnering closely with operational and commercial stakeholders in BAU settings The ability to step into a leadership role quickly and provide stability during a period of cover Prior interim or contract experience, or the ability to adapt rapidly into a short-term mandate The rate of £600-700 per day reflecting a logical progression from your previous role or contract rate Compensation & Benefits The role offers a day rate of £600-700 per day and the opportunity to lead a core FP&A function within a commercially focused transport business operating in a large contract-led environment. This is a BAU-focused role covering a defined secondment, with an initial 6-month term. The Central London location is well connected by public transport, and the business operates a flexible working model, typically requiring 3-4 days per week on site.
PE backed Technology company Divisional Financial Controller C£75,000 Sheffield / Hybrid This award winning, rapidly scaling and acquisitive PE backed technology company provides a variety of IT related services and infrastructure, across a portfolio of approx. 2,500 customers. It is now seeking to recruit an experienced Financial Controller for a growing division. Reporting to the Group Finance Director, and leading a team of 7, the role will include: Acting as finance lead for the division Lead on the production and ongoing development of divisional management reporting, working closely with the Group Finance Director Lead and advise on key performance areas, driving a close meeting with local management and group management, clearly articulating key issues in financial performance Partner with business management to communicate financial results at divisional board meetings and more widely across the Group. Business partner the divisional senior management team and wider business Work closely with the group business planning function to produce the annual budget for the division, together with quarterly reforecasts Financial / Operational KPI's Commercial support on the P&L eg cost savings / margin improvement areas System / process improvement Own the control environment, ensuring best in class controls are in place and adhered to Manage the team (both direct reports and other resources) to meet reporting deadlines Produce and review a weekly 13 week forward looking cashflow to help manage the operational cash flow of the business Manage a team of transactional finance professionals Overseeing and maintaining Balance Sheet reconciliations Sales commission - Work with leadership team to evaluate and provide guidance and support for any changes as well as take responsibility for the commission calculations. Lead the Finance requirements gathering, planning, design and execution of a Netsuite implementation Support any requirements of the annual audit Support the Group with all tax related queries The successful candidate will reflect the following: Qualified accountant Experience of managing and developing high performance Finance teams Commercially astute and detail oriented Ability to deliver without constant supervision in a fast-paced environment Ability to multi-task Clear communicator and support to team (hands on) and proven ability to communicate with senior managers/directors Process and controls driven individual Previous knowledge of NetSuite would be an advantage but not essential Experience of working for a PE backed company, and/or a Technology company would be an advantage Trouble shooter that can solve problems independently Cashflow/debtor and creditor management Good knowledge of excel and powerpoint
Jan 27, 2026
Full time
PE backed Technology company Divisional Financial Controller C£75,000 Sheffield / Hybrid This award winning, rapidly scaling and acquisitive PE backed technology company provides a variety of IT related services and infrastructure, across a portfolio of approx. 2,500 customers. It is now seeking to recruit an experienced Financial Controller for a growing division. Reporting to the Group Finance Director, and leading a team of 7, the role will include: Acting as finance lead for the division Lead on the production and ongoing development of divisional management reporting, working closely with the Group Finance Director Lead and advise on key performance areas, driving a close meeting with local management and group management, clearly articulating key issues in financial performance Partner with business management to communicate financial results at divisional board meetings and more widely across the Group. Business partner the divisional senior management team and wider business Work closely with the group business planning function to produce the annual budget for the division, together with quarterly reforecasts Financial / Operational KPI's Commercial support on the P&L eg cost savings / margin improvement areas System / process improvement Own the control environment, ensuring best in class controls are in place and adhered to Manage the team (both direct reports and other resources) to meet reporting deadlines Produce and review a weekly 13 week forward looking cashflow to help manage the operational cash flow of the business Manage a team of transactional finance professionals Overseeing and maintaining Balance Sheet reconciliations Sales commission - Work with leadership team to evaluate and provide guidance and support for any changes as well as take responsibility for the commission calculations. Lead the Finance requirements gathering, planning, design and execution of a Netsuite implementation Support any requirements of the annual audit Support the Group with all tax related queries The successful candidate will reflect the following: Qualified accountant Experience of managing and developing high performance Finance teams Commercially astute and detail oriented Ability to deliver without constant supervision in a fast-paced environment Ability to multi-task Clear communicator and support to team (hands on) and proven ability to communicate with senior managers/directors Process and controls driven individual Previous knowledge of NetSuite would be an advantage but not essential Experience of working for a PE backed company, and/or a Technology company would be an advantage Trouble shooter that can solve problems independently Cashflow/debtor and creditor management Good knowledge of excel and powerpoint
