STORMX RECRUITMENT LIMITED

This market leading and renowned business is actively seeking a commercial and dynamic Business Partner in a newly created and exciting, divisional ownership role. This is a highly respected business in their field, undergoing a period of change in an environment that truly values their people. The HR team are respected and involved commercially and given how dynamic this business is, it is a genuine Partnering role with a tremendous opportunity to make a difference and get out into the business - not just a job title to attract candidates! We're considering candidates across a breadth of backgrounds although it would be helpful to be able to demonstrate experience from a fast paced, technical and change driven organisation, with the results you've delivered at the fore. Sound ER experience is a must, as while caseloads are not high in volume, confidence and depth of knowledge to educate and consult Senior leaders is a pre-requisite of the role. The successful applicant will be rewarded with an inclusive work environment, benefits and a commercially aligned role with autonomy, but also the support of an inspirational HR Lead to match. This is an exciting time to join the vibrant HR function at a pivotal time, a role which is based in the thick of the business on key project delivery, working closely with an excellent and established MD as a true partner. Key duties include: Consult, advise and lead on (sometimes) complex ER case management. Involvement in workforce, succession planning and talent management. Act as a genuine coach and strategist re: Managerial performance, team performance. Build rapport and relationships with key business leaders, gaining buy in and respect to role out key people strategy. Develop strategy with leaders, creating solutions that drive a high performance culture and employee engagement. An exceptional opportunity to take your HR career to a new level in a brilliant business, it's always exciting for us to be representing such a superb market leading and forward thinking organisation. Given the scope of the business, some travel will be required in this role, throughout the UK, so applicants will hopefully see that as an exciting dynamic to add to (or continue) their experience. Please get in touch asap to be considered!

Financial Controller - FD Designate Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire (Office based - 5 days per week) £60,000 - £65,000 per annum StormX Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a growing international business to recruit a Financial Controller - potential for an FD Designate role. This is a key hire for the organisation and offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of the finance function while supporting the business through its next phase of growth. Reporting to the Business Unit Directors and Group CFO, the Financial Controller will play a pivotal role within the organisation, taking responsibility for several group subsidiaries and helping to drive improvements across finance processes, reporting and controls. This is a hands-on and varied role, suited to someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and has the ability to combine strong technical accounting skills with process improvement and commercial insight. Key Responsibilities Oversee finance and administration functions across a number of international group subsidiaries. Manage purchase orders through the company ERP system Record and post supplier invoices into Sage Line 50 and Xero, reconciling to ERP systems Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice queries Manage supplier payment runs and multicurrency transactions Process expenses, petty cash and company credit card reconciliations Raise and manage sales invoices and credit control activities Prepare and submit VAT returns Monitor and manage cash flow, including cash forecasting across the group Prepare monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, depreciation and stock adjustments Develop financial KPIs and reporting frameworks across the group Support budget preparation and financial planning Produce ad hoc financial reporting to support decision making Maintain financial controls and ensure audit readiness in line with regulatory and client requirements Identify and implement improvements to finance processes and systems Initially, the role will include some hands-on transactional work, with plans to recruit additional finance support as the function grows. Skills & Experience Strong experience using Sage Line 50, Xero and ERP systems Experience taking ownership of a finance function or operating in a senior finance role Experience working with multicurrency transactions Proven ability to improve finance processes and systems Strong Excel and financial reporting skills Experience supporting multi-entity or international businesses is advantageous Personal Attributes Highly organised with strong attention to detail Self-motivated with the ability to manage workload independently Strong communication skills and ability to work closely with senior stakeholders A hands-on approach with the drive to improve systems and processes Comfortable operating in a growing and evolving business environment