Sewell Wallis is partnering exclusively with a growing business based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, which is looking to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant to their team. This Assistant Management Accountant role reports directly to the Financial Controller, who will be a brilliant mentor for a candidate who has ambitions to progress within a business. In terms of exposure, this role is heavily month end focused and, with support and training, will provide the successful candidate the opportunity to look after their own set of Management Accounts. This role would suit a candidate wanting to take a step up, who has a desire to learn and expand their base of knowledge and gain exposure to wider finance functions. If you're an ambitious Assistant Accountant/Accounts Assistant wanting to take the next step in your career, I'd love to hear from you! What will you be doing? Management accounts production and support for allocated contracts. Liaising with site teams and operational managers to gather information relevant to the reporting function. Involvement in Monthly meetings with operational leaders to provide them with figures and details of how their work areas are performing against budgeted expectations. Support with the delivery of high-quality regular reporting, analysis and insights to business, forecasts, budgets and business plans with no surprises. Reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts. Intercompany Reconciliations. Processing Expense payments. Posting of centrally controlled costs (i.e., Fuel, EE, Recharges, Travel). Raising of Sales Invoices in a timely manner. Support the team in providing data analysis required through the annual statutory audit. Other ad-hoc duties specified by Financial Controller. Helping to drive continuous improvement through system processes and management information across the finance function. Maintaining Group reporting deadlines and ensuring that group accounting dates are met. Any other finance department work as required. What skills will you need? Previous experience within a similar role. Working towards a recognised accounting qualification (AAT or equivalent). Strong IT knowledge, especially in Excel and accounting systems. Attention to detail Financial awareness The ability to build relationships through effective communication. A quick learner with the ability to retain and implement information and deliver the required outputs. What's on offer? Study Support Bonus 25 days holiday + bank holidays Flexible working hours Westfield Health Please apply below, or for more information, contact Lawrie Bacon. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis is partnering exclusively with a growing business based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, which is looking to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant to their team. This Assistant Management Accountant role reports directly to the Financial Controller, who will be a brilliant mentor for a candidate who has ambitions to progress within a business. In terms of exposure, this role is heavily month end focused and, with support and training, will provide the successful candidate the opportunity to look after their own set of Management Accounts. This role would suit a candidate wanting to take a step up, who has a desire to learn and expand their base of knowledge and gain exposure to wider finance functions. If you're an ambitious Assistant Accountant/Accounts Assistant wanting to take the next step in your career, I'd love to hear from you! What will you be doing? Management accounts production and support for allocated contracts. Liaising with site teams and operational managers to gather information relevant to the reporting function. Involvement in Monthly meetings with operational leaders to provide them with figures and details of how their work areas are performing against budgeted expectations. Support with the delivery of high-quality regular reporting, analysis and insights to business, forecasts, budgets and business plans with no surprises. Reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts. Intercompany Reconciliations. Processing Expense payments. Posting of centrally controlled costs (i.e., Fuel, EE, Recharges, Travel). Raising of Sales Invoices in a timely manner. Support the team in providing data analysis required through the annual statutory audit. Other ad-hoc duties specified by Financial Controller. Helping to drive continuous improvement through system processes and management information across the finance function. Maintaining Group reporting deadlines and ensuring that group accounting dates are met. Any other finance department work as required. What skills will you need? Previous experience within a similar role. Working towards a recognised accounting qualification (AAT or equivalent). Strong IT knowledge, especially in Excel and accounting systems. Attention to detail Financial awareness The ability to build relationships through effective communication. A quick learner with the ability to retain and implement information and deliver the required outputs. What's on offer? Study Support Bonus 25 days holiday + bank holidays Flexible working hours Westfield Health Please apply below, or for more information, contact Lawrie Bacon. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
?This rapidly growing niche manufacturer, based in the heart of West Yorkshire, is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to step in while the current postholder leads several critical projects. ? Now progressing into the second half of an ambitious 10 year growth plan, the business is undergoing significant process and systems transformation. As part of this exciting phase, they require a capable FC to oversee the day to day running of the finance function. Working alongside a highly efficient team, you'll take ownership of daily financial operations, reporting directly to the CFO and supporting him in delivering a first class finance service to the wider business. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned Financial Controller who can hit the ground running, confidently lead a team through change, and adapt quickly within a fast evolving environment. You will manage a team of six and provide ad hoc reporting and analysis to the board as needed. Strong natural business partnering skills are essential. ? This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person. Get in touch now for a confidential conversation. ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful. ?
Apr 02, 2026
Contractor
?This rapidly growing niche manufacturer, based in the heart of West Yorkshire, is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to step in while the current postholder leads several critical projects. ? Now progressing into the second half of an ambitious 10 year growth plan, the business is undergoing significant process and systems transformation. As part of this exciting phase, they require a capable FC to oversee the day to day running of the finance function. Working alongside a highly efficient team, you'll take ownership of daily financial operations, reporting directly to the CFO and supporting him in delivering a first class finance service to the wider business. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned Financial Controller who can hit the ground running, confidently lead a team through change, and adapt quickly within a fast evolving environment. You will manage a team of six and provide ad hoc reporting and analysis to the board as needed. Strong natural business partnering skills are essential. ? This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person. Get in touch now for a confidential conversation. ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful. ?
Sewell Wallis is partnering with a public sector organisation in South Yorkshire to recruit an experienced and dynamic Head of Finance and Commercial. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional with a background in the public sector, looking to make a real difference. As the Head of Finance and Commercial, you'll play a critical role in supporting senior leadership by providing valuable financial insights to guide strategic decisions. We are looking for a strategic, hands-on accounting leader with a solid grounding in both management and statutory reporting, who enjoys adding value beyond the numbers. What will you be doing? Lead and inspire the Finance and Commercial team, fostering a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance culture. Work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to help shape the organisation's financial strategy and drive the annual budget process. Provide clear, actionable financial insights, including reporting, forecasting, and financial modelling to support confident decision-making at Board level. Oversee the preparation of the annual financial statements and partner with external auditors for a smooth audit process. Guide procurement and commercial activities to ensure best value and adherence to public sector standards and regulations. Build strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders including auditors, banking partners, pension providers, and government bodies. Promote strong financial governance across the organisation, reinforcing internal controls and sharing your expertise with the wider team. What Skills are we looking for? Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Strong background in the public sector. Experience collaborating with senior leadership and influencing decision-making at the highest level. Proven track record in managing and developing a finance team of 7+ people. Significant experience leading a finance function, or as a deputy or second-in-command. What's on Offer: A competitive salary of up to 85,000. 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave. Hybrid working with flexibility (20-40% of your time in the office). Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Kayley. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis is partnering with a public sector organisation in South Yorkshire to recruit an experienced and dynamic Head of Finance and Commercial. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional with a background in the public sector, looking to make a real difference. As the Head of Finance and Commercial, you'll play a critical role in supporting senior leadership by providing valuable financial insights to guide strategic decisions. We are looking for a strategic, hands-on accounting leader with a solid grounding in both management and statutory reporting, who enjoys adding value beyond the numbers. What will you be doing? Lead and inspire the Finance and Commercial team, fostering a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance culture. Work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to help shape the organisation's financial strategy and drive the annual budget process. Provide clear, actionable financial insights, including reporting, forecasting, and financial modelling to support confident decision-making at Board level. Oversee the preparation of the annual financial statements and partner with external auditors for a smooth audit process. Guide procurement and commercial activities to ensure best value and adherence to public sector standards and regulations. Build strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders including auditors, banking partners, pension providers, and government bodies. Promote strong financial governance across the organisation, reinforcing internal controls and sharing your expertise with the wider team. What Skills are we looking for? Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Strong background in the public sector. Experience collaborating with senior leadership and influencing decision-making at the highest level. Proven track record in managing and developing a finance team of 7+ people. Significant experience leading a finance function, or as a deputy or second-in-command. What's on Offer: A competitive salary of up to 85,000. 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave. Hybrid working with flexibility (20-40% of your time in the office). Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Kayley. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
We have a new exciting opportunity for a qualified Senior Management Accountant to join a growing manufacturing business on a short-term interim basis. This role offers strong exposure to senior leadership and the chance to play a key role in driving financial performance and process improvement. Details: - Location: Southampton (fully on-site) - Contract: 6-12 weeks - Salary: £(Apply online only) p/d Responsibilities: - Prepare and deliver accurate monthly management accounts, including detailed analysis of financial performance - Support the production of financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards - Partner with stakeholders across the business to provide financial insight and support decision-making - Lead on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to drive performance and accountability - Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency across the finance function - Contribute to wider finance initiatives and projects in a fast-growing, evolving business environment Requirements: - Fully qualified accountant (CIMA (preferred) / ACCA / ACA or equivalent) - Proven experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or SME environment - Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights - Experience with ERP systems (e.g. NetSuite) and advanced Excel capability
Apr 02, 2026
Seasonal
We have a new exciting opportunity for a qualified Senior Management Accountant to join a growing manufacturing business on a short-term interim basis. This role offers strong exposure to senior leadership and the chance to play a key role in driving financial performance and process improvement. Details: - Location: Southampton (fully on-site) - Contract: 6-12 weeks - Salary: £(Apply online only) p/d Responsibilities: - Prepare and deliver accurate monthly management accounts, including detailed analysis of financial performance - Support the production of financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards - Partner with stakeholders across the business to provide financial insight and support decision-making - Lead on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to drive performance and accountability - Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency across the finance function - Contribute to wider finance initiatives and projects in a fast-growing, evolving business environment Requirements: - Fully qualified accountant (CIMA (preferred) / ACCA / ACA or equivalent) - Proven experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or SME environment - Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights - Experience with ERP systems (e.g. NetSuite) and advanced Excel capability
Mitchell Adam are currently partnering with a family run educational business dedicated to providing high-quality learning and care in a supportive, nurturing environment. Our client is currently seeking a capable and commercially minded Finance Manager to join the team and support the financial management of the organisation, initially on an interim basis. This is a key position within the business, reporting directly to the Managing Director. The Finance Manager will take ownership of day-to-day financial operations including supporting with invoicing, budgeting, costing as well as more granular tasks such as accounts payable and receivable while also contributing to strategic decision-making through insightful financial analysis and reporting. This role would suit a hands-on finance professional who is ideally CIMA qualified (or nearing completion) with experience working in an education setting, and who thrives in a small business environment where they can make a real impact. Ideally, you will: Ideally CIMA qualified accountant or equivalent (or finalist/part-qualified working towards completion will also be considered). Proven experience in a similar finance role, preferably within an educational environment. Strong understanding of management accounting and financial reporting. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and take ownership of the finance function Commercially aware, proactive, and solution-focused In return, you will: Join a supportive and collaborative working environment with a family feel. Direct exposure to senior leadership and involvement in strategic decisions Opportunity to shape and improve financial processes within a meaningful business. The opportunity to stay on permanently. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong capable accountant to join a business in a pivotal role. This position is immediately available, please apply now to avoid disappointment.
Apr 02, 2026
Seasonal
Mitchell Adam are currently partnering with a family run educational business dedicated to providing high-quality learning and care in a supportive, nurturing environment. Our client is currently seeking a capable and commercially minded Finance Manager to join the team and support the financial management of the organisation, initially on an interim basis. This is a key position within the business, reporting directly to the Managing Director. The Finance Manager will take ownership of day-to-day financial operations including supporting with invoicing, budgeting, costing as well as more granular tasks such as accounts payable and receivable while also contributing to strategic decision-making through insightful financial analysis and reporting. This role would suit a hands-on finance professional who is ideally CIMA qualified (or nearing completion) with experience working in an education setting, and who thrives in a small business environment where they can make a real impact. Ideally, you will: Ideally CIMA qualified accountant or equivalent (or finalist/part-qualified working towards completion will also be considered). Proven experience in a similar finance role, preferably within an educational environment. Strong understanding of management accounting and financial reporting. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and take ownership of the finance function Commercially aware, proactive, and solution-focused In return, you will: Join a supportive and collaborative working environment with a family feel. Direct exposure to senior leadership and involvement in strategic decisions Opportunity to shape and improve financial processes within a meaningful business. The opportunity to stay on permanently. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong capable accountant to join a business in a pivotal role. This position is immediately available, please apply now to avoid disappointment.
Mitchell Adam are currently partnering with a family run educational business dedicated to providing high-quality learning and care in a supportive, nurturing environment. Our client is currently seeking a capable and commercially minded Finance Manager to join the team and support the financial management of the organisation, initially on an interim basis. This is a key position within the business, reporting directly to the Managing Director. The Finance Manager will take ownership of day-to-day financial operations including supporting with invoicing, budgeting, costing as well as more granular tasks such as accounts payable and receivable while also contributing to strategic decision-making through insightful financial analysis and reporting. This role would suit a hands-on finance professional who is ideally CIMA qualified (or nearing completion) with experience working in an education setting, and who thrives in a small business environment where they can make a real impact. Ideally, you will: Ideally CIMA qualified accountant or equivalent (or finalist/part-qualified working towards completion will also be considered). Proven experience in a similar finance role, preferably within an educational environment. Strong understanding of management accounting and financial reporting. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and take ownership of the finance function Commercially aware, proactive, and solution-focused In return, you will: Join a supportive and collaborative working environment with a family feel. Direct exposure to senior leadership and involvement in strategic decisions Opportunity to shape and improve financial processes within a meaningful business. The opportunity to stay on permanently. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong capable accountant to join a business in a pivotal role. This position is immediately available, please apply now to avoid disappointment.
Apr 02, 2026
Seasonal
Mitchell Adam are currently partnering with a family run educational business dedicated to providing high-quality learning and care in a supportive, nurturing environment. Our client is currently seeking a capable and commercially minded Finance Manager to join the team and support the financial management of the organisation, initially on an interim basis. This is a key position within the business, reporting directly to the Managing Director. The Finance Manager will take ownership of day-to-day financial operations including supporting with invoicing, budgeting, costing as well as more granular tasks such as accounts payable and receivable while also contributing to strategic decision-making through insightful financial analysis and reporting. This role would suit a hands-on finance professional who is ideally CIMA qualified (or nearing completion) with experience working in an education setting, and who thrives in a small business environment where they can make a real impact. Ideally, you will: Ideally CIMA qualified accountant or equivalent (or finalist/part-qualified working towards completion will also be considered). Proven experience in a similar finance role, preferably within an educational environment. Strong understanding of management accounting and financial reporting. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and take ownership of the finance function Commercially aware, proactive, and solution-focused In return, you will: Join a supportive and collaborative working environment with a family feel. Direct exposure to senior leadership and involvement in strategic decisions Opportunity to shape and improve financial processes within a meaningful business. The opportunity to stay on permanently. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong capable accountant to join a business in a pivotal role. This position is immediately available, please apply now to avoid disappointment.
Interim Auditors RequiredTop 20 Accountancy Firm - Manchester City Centre Your new company You will be joining a highly respected Top 20 accountancy and business advisory firm based in Manchester city centre. Known for its strong client relationships, progressive culture, and commitment to high quality service, the firm is experiencing increased demand during a significant period of growth. As a result, they are seeking experienced Interim Auditors to support their busy external audit team. Your new role As an Interim Auditor, you will play a key role in delivering high quality audit services to a diverse portfolio of clients across sectors such as manufacturing, professional services, technology, and not for profit. Your responsibilities will include: Leading or supporting audit fieldwork Completing audit testing and documentation to professional standards Working closely with Audit Seniors, Managers, and Partners Assisting with group audits and consolidations where required Building strong client relationships and representing the firm professionally Supporting junior team members when necessary This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced audit professional seeking flexibility while working with a recognised market leading firm. What you'll need to succeed ACA / ACCA qualified or qualified by experience Strong external audit background, ideally within a mid tier or Top 20 firm Ability to work autonomously and deliver to deadlines Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and audit standards Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills What you'll get in return Hybrid working What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Apr 02, 2026
Seasonal
Interim Auditors RequiredTop 20 Accountancy Firm - Manchester City Centre Your new company You will be joining a highly respected Top 20 accountancy and business advisory firm based in Manchester city centre. Known for its strong client relationships, progressive culture, and commitment to high quality service, the firm is experiencing increased demand during a significant period of growth. As a result, they are seeking experienced Interim Auditors to support their busy external audit team. Your new role As an Interim Auditor, you will play a key role in delivering high quality audit services to a diverse portfolio of clients across sectors such as manufacturing, professional services, technology, and not for profit. Your responsibilities will include: Leading or supporting audit fieldwork Completing audit testing and documentation to professional standards Working closely with Audit Seniors, Managers, and Partners Assisting with group audits and consolidations where required Building strong client relationships and representing the firm professionally Supporting junior team members when necessary This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced audit professional seeking flexibility while working with a recognised market leading firm. What you'll need to succeed ACA / ACCA qualified or qualified by experience Strong external audit background, ideally within a mid tier or Top 20 firm Ability to work autonomously and deliver to deadlines Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and audit standards Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills What you'll get in return Hybrid working What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Legal Operations & Billing Support ! Are you a qualified lawyer looking to step into a hands-on Legal Operations role within a leading law firm? Our client, a highly regarded firm based in Holborn, Central London, is seeking a qualified lawyer to support across legal operations, billing, compliance, and finance on an interim basis. This is a unique opportunity to gain broad operational exposure while playing a key role in the day-to-day running of the firm. The Role Working closely with Partners and business support teams, you will be embedded within the firm's operations, ensuring efficient and compliant delivery of legal and financial processes. Key responsibilities include: Managing the end-to-end billing process, including invoice preparation, review, and submission Overseeing e-billing platforms and resolving submission issues or rejections Supporting financial processes, including time recording and disbursement reviews Assisting with compliance and regulatory processes across the firm Acting as a key point of contact between legal and business support teams Identifying and improving operational processes where possible Providing general support across legal operations and firm-wide administration What We're Looking For Qualified Lawyer Previous experience within a law firm or legal environment is essential Strong understanding of legal billing, compliance, or finance processes Highly organised with strong attention to detail Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Confident communicator with the ability to work across teams Experience with legal systems (e.g. Quil) is advantageous Role Details Location: Holborn, Central London (5 days in office) Duration: Immediate start - ongoing temporary assignment Rate: 20- 23 per hour (depending on experience) Why Apply? Opportunity to work within a recognised and professional legal environment Gain valuable experience in Legal Operations and law firm management Broad, varied role with exposure to multiple business functions If you're immediately available and interested in developing your experience in Legal Operations , we'd love to hear from you. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Apr 02, 2026
Seasonal
Legal Operations & Billing Support ! Are you a qualified lawyer looking to step into a hands-on Legal Operations role within a leading law firm? Our client, a highly regarded firm based in Holborn, Central London, is seeking a qualified lawyer to support across legal operations, billing, compliance, and finance on an interim basis. This is a unique opportunity to gain broad operational exposure while playing a key role in the day-to-day running of the firm. The Role Working closely with Partners and business support teams, you will be embedded within the firm's operations, ensuring efficient and compliant delivery of legal and financial processes. Key responsibilities include: Managing the end-to-end billing process, including invoice preparation, review, and submission Overseeing e-billing platforms and resolving submission issues or rejections Supporting financial processes, including time recording and disbursement reviews Assisting with compliance and regulatory processes across the firm Acting as a key point of contact between legal and business support teams Identifying and improving operational processes where possible Providing general support across legal operations and firm-wide administration What We're Looking For Qualified Lawyer Previous experience within a law firm or legal environment is essential Strong understanding of legal billing, compliance, or finance processes Highly organised with strong attention to detail Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Confident communicator with the ability to work across teams Experience with legal systems (e.g. Quil) is advantageous Role Details Location: Holborn, Central London (5 days in office) Duration: Immediate start - ongoing temporary assignment Rate: 20- 23 per hour (depending on experience) Why Apply? Opportunity to work within a recognised and professional legal environment Gain valuable experience in Legal Operations and law firm management Broad, varied role with exposure to multiple business functions If you're immediately available and interested in developing your experience in Legal Operations , we'd love to hear from you. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Sewell Wallis is partnering with a Manchester-based, PE-backed commercial property and construction group, which is growing rapidly due to large investments in acquisitions, with more planned as they continue into 2026. They are forward-thinking and use state-of-the-art technology to stay ahead of the market, making them a truly exciting place to work. Their finance team is expanding, as you'd expect with this kind of growth, which means there are real progression opportunities and genuine headroom for ambitious talent to flourish. Based in high-spec, modern offices, the package on offer includes hybrid working, a market-leading bonus, an enhanced pension, among many other benefits. What will you being doing? Monthly management accounts for holding companies and subsidiary entities (property companies) within Microsoft D365. Monthly reporting packs to the senior management team to include detailed property variance analysis. This will require working partnership with FP&A. Support with all aspects of the month end close. Monthly IFRS balance sheet reconciliations for all entities. Preparation and posting of journals. Assisting the Finance Manager in the creation and maintenance of the quarterly consolidation reports. Lease accounting and detailed income analysis . Property accounting. Monthly intercompany reconciliations to include direct liaison with other management accountants to agree balances. Annual statutory accounts preparation for holding companies and subsidiary entities. Supporting on the year end audit, resolving queries with accompanying evidence etc Involvement in the ERP testing. Quarterly VAT and monthly CIS reporting. This includes HMRC filing. What skills do we need? ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Good understanding of IFRS accounting principles Excellent communicator with finance and non-finance team members Excellent systems ability On top of this a property background would be a distinct advantage What's on offer? Salary of 52,500 Bonus Pension Hybrid working Life insurance Health insurance Apply for this role below, or for more information contact Kayley. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis is partnering with a Manchester-based, PE-backed commercial property and construction group, which is growing rapidly due to large investments in acquisitions, with more planned as they continue into 2026. They are forward-thinking and use state-of-the-art technology to stay ahead of the market, making them a truly exciting place to work. Their finance team is expanding, as you'd expect with this kind of growth, which means there are real progression opportunities and genuine headroom for ambitious talent to flourish. Based in high-spec, modern offices, the package on offer includes hybrid working, a market-leading bonus, an enhanced pension, among many other benefits. What will you being doing? Monthly management accounts for holding companies and subsidiary entities (property companies) within Microsoft D365. Monthly reporting packs to the senior management team to include detailed property variance analysis. This will require working partnership with FP&A. Support with all aspects of the month end close. Monthly IFRS balance sheet reconciliations for all entities. Preparation and posting of journals. Assisting the Finance Manager in the creation and maintenance of the quarterly consolidation reports. Lease accounting and detailed income analysis . Property accounting. Monthly intercompany reconciliations to include direct liaison with other management accountants to agree balances. Annual statutory accounts preparation for holding companies and subsidiary entities. Supporting on the year end audit, resolving queries with accompanying evidence etc Involvement in the ERP testing. Quarterly VAT and monthly CIS reporting. This includes HMRC filing. What skills do we need? ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Good understanding of IFRS accounting principles Excellent communicator with finance and non-finance team members Excellent systems ability On top of this a property background would be a distinct advantage What's on offer? Salary of 52,500 Bonus Pension Hybrid working Life insurance Health insurance Apply for this role below, or for more information contact Kayley. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Interim Finance Business Partner Hybrid£70k - £75k6 Month FTC Sheffield Elevation Recruitment Group is exclusively partnering with a prominent manufacturing business in Sheffield to appoint an Interim Finance Business Partner. This role will focus on driving commercial insight, with a strong emphasis on costing, margins and operational performance during a key period of growth and transformation. Key Responsibilities: • Partner with operations and senior stakeholders to drive financial performance and support decision making• Lead on product costing, standard costing and margin analysis across the manufacturing process• Analyse variances across materials, labour and overheads, providing clear insight and recommendations• Support budgeting, forecasting and ongoing performance tracking• Deliver clear and insightful reporting to support operational and commercial decisions• Work closely with production teams to improve efficiency, cost control and profitability• Support improvements in finance systems, processes and reporting Key Skills: • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong business partnering experience• Proven background in manufacturing finance with strong costing knowledge• Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis and margin improvement• Confident stakeholder management across finance and operations• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into clear insight
Apr 02, 2026
Contractor
Interim Finance Business Partner Hybrid£70k - £75k6 Month FTC Sheffield Elevation Recruitment Group is exclusively partnering with a prominent manufacturing business in Sheffield to appoint an Interim Finance Business Partner. This role will focus on driving commercial insight, with a strong emphasis on costing, margins and operational performance during a key period of growth and transformation. Key Responsibilities: • Partner with operations and senior stakeholders to drive financial performance and support decision making• Lead on product costing, standard costing and margin analysis across the manufacturing process• Analyse variances across materials, labour and overheads, providing clear insight and recommendations• Support budgeting, forecasting and ongoing performance tracking• Deliver clear and insightful reporting to support operational and commercial decisions• Work closely with production teams to improve efficiency, cost control and profitability• Support improvements in finance systems, processes and reporting Key Skills: • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong business partnering experience• Proven background in manufacturing finance with strong costing knowledge• Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis and margin improvement• Confident stakeholder management across finance and operations• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into clear insight
Interim Finance Manager (set up and implementation) Daventry Manufacturing or Logistics background preferred up to £70, month FTC 3 days in the office. Flex on start and finish time 8-4 - 9-5 Exciting time to join this organisation that has a new product line within its portfolio within a business that is investing in automation heavily. This role would suit a project accountant or Finance Manager/Controller who has implementing experience Experience in SAP - beneficial Main Role:- Reporting into a Regional Finance lead, this role will be responsible for the control of this exciting new site and its current automation plan in progress This is a business partnering role with finance and non finance functions, looking at costings and revenue streams. Budgets v Forecasts and providing commentary and suggesting best practice for invoice process whilst collaborating with management teams Weekly KPI reporting - looking at profitability by product Production of budgets and forecasting, looking at costings and productivity trends, and reconciling at month end. And looking at new products within the business range This position is responsible for monitoring business performance and providing insights on profitability across locations and clients through regular reports. It involves collaborating with various teams to prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial plans. The role includes overseeing accounts, reviewing costs, and ensuring accurate financial reconciliations. Key duties also cover approving expenses, supporting new product integration, and driving process improvements to boost efficiency. Additional responsibilities include month-end financial procedures, posting necessary entries, verifying revenue accuracy, assisting with account reconciliations, and tracking project and client-related capital spending to support informed decision-making. Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 02, 2026
Contractor
Interim Finance Manager (set up and implementation) Daventry Manufacturing or Logistics background preferred up to £70, month FTC 3 days in the office. Flex on start and finish time 8-4 - 9-5 Exciting time to join this organisation that has a new product line within its portfolio within a business that is investing in automation heavily. This role would suit a project accountant or Finance Manager/Controller who has implementing experience Experience in SAP - beneficial Main Role:- Reporting into a Regional Finance lead, this role will be responsible for the control of this exciting new site and its current automation plan in progress This is a business partnering role with finance and non finance functions, looking at costings and revenue streams. Budgets v Forecasts and providing commentary and suggesting best practice for invoice process whilst collaborating with management teams Weekly KPI reporting - looking at profitability by product Production of budgets and forecasting, looking at costings and productivity trends, and reconciling at month end. And looking at new products within the business range This position is responsible for monitoring business performance and providing insights on profitability across locations and clients through regular reports. It involves collaborating with various teams to prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial plans. The role includes overseeing accounts, reviewing costs, and ensuring accurate financial reconciliations. Key duties also cover approving expenses, supporting new product integration, and driving process improvements to boost efficiency. Additional responsibilities include month-end financial procedures, posting necessary entries, verifying revenue accuracy, assisting with account reconciliations, and tracking project and client-related capital spending to support informed decision-making. Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Sewell Wallis is working with a high growth business based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, who are looking to recruit a Procurement Director to join their senior leadership team. Reporting to the MD, this is a crucial role for this leading manufacturer and will be responsible for leading the strategic sourcing, capital procurement, and supplier management functions. You will oversee the procurement strategy for large-scale programs, advanced manufacturing facilities, tooling, and long-term supplier partnerships. The ideal candidate combines deep engineering and manufacturing supply chain expertise with strong commercial insight, risk management capabilities, and experience managing complex, high-value project investments. A comprehensive spec is available; however, the key responsibilities include: Synchronised raw material requirements with global supply planning cycles to capture international intercompany synergies Architected and executed procurement strategies aligned with Group objectives to hit key project milestones. Scaled a procurement function by 3x within an international market, demonstrating rapid organisational growth. Directed negotiations and contract management for major capital projects within highly regulated, high-investment environments. Directly optimised P&L performance, cash flow, and program profitability through rigorous cost structure management. Expert at navigating high-stakes, regulated environments, with a proven track record in managing large-scale Capital Expenditure (Capex) projects Oversee strategic sourcing, supplier selection, and contract negotiations. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships. Develop supplier performance evaluation frameworks. Identify and mitigate supply chain risks. Direct the end-to-end contract lifecycle, providing expert oversight on claims management and dispute resolution to mitigate legal and financial exposure. What skills will you need? Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field. Professional certification such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) preferred. Progressive procurement experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Strong negotiation, analytical, and strategic thinking skills. Experience with implementing an MRP ERP system, such as SAP Strategic thinking and commercial expertise Complex negotiation expertise Project investment governance Risk management & scenario planning Financial literacy (NPV, IRR, CAPEX control) Executive stakeholder management Change management & digital transformation What's on offer? 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Enviable Bonus scheme Flexible Working Hours Private Medical Insurance Pension - matched up to 8% Health and wellbeing programme Please apply below, or for more information, contact Sue Wallis. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis is working with a high growth business based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, who are looking to recruit a Procurement Director to join their senior leadership team. Reporting to the MD, this is a crucial role for this leading manufacturer and will be responsible for leading the strategic sourcing, capital procurement, and supplier management functions. You will oversee the procurement strategy for large-scale programs, advanced manufacturing facilities, tooling, and long-term supplier partnerships. The ideal candidate combines deep engineering and manufacturing supply chain expertise with strong commercial insight, risk management capabilities, and experience managing complex, high-value project investments. A comprehensive spec is available; however, the key responsibilities include: Synchronised raw material requirements with global supply planning cycles to capture international intercompany synergies Architected and executed procurement strategies aligned with Group objectives to hit key project milestones. Scaled a procurement function by 3x within an international market, demonstrating rapid organisational growth. Directed negotiations and contract management for major capital projects within highly regulated, high-investment environments. Directly optimised P&L performance, cash flow, and program profitability through rigorous cost structure management. Expert at navigating high-stakes, regulated environments, with a proven track record in managing large-scale Capital Expenditure (Capex) projects Oversee strategic sourcing, supplier selection, and contract negotiations. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships. Develop supplier performance evaluation frameworks. Identify and mitigate supply chain risks. Direct the end-to-end contract lifecycle, providing expert oversight on claims management and dispute resolution to mitigate legal and financial exposure. What skills will you need? Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field. Professional certification such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) preferred. Progressive procurement experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Strong negotiation, analytical, and strategic thinking skills. Experience with implementing an MRP ERP system, such as SAP Strategic thinking and commercial expertise Complex negotiation expertise Project investment governance Risk management & scenario planning Financial literacy (NPV, IRR, CAPEX control) Executive stakeholder management Change management & digital transformation What's on offer? 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Enviable Bonus scheme Flexible Working Hours Private Medical Insurance Pension - matched up to 8% Health and wellbeing programme Please apply below, or for more information, contact Sue Wallis. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Interim Financial Controller PE Backed SaaS Scale Up Manchester Harmonic are delighted to be partnering once again with one of the UK's most successful PE Backed SaaS scale ups, with their search for an Interim Financial Controller on a 9-12 month contract. Turning over around £50mill, our client is based in Central Manchester and specialise in developing tools designed for modern cloud data warehouses. The company has grown rapidly alongside the rise of cloud computing and data-driven decision-making, serving customers across industries such as finance, healthcare, retail, and technology. Today, they are recognized as a key player in the modern data stack, helping organizations turn raw data into actionable insights. They are a non-corporate, exceptionally friendly, and ambitious team looking to strengthen their finance function with a strong technical finance professional to take over a maternity cover contract. The Role: Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role in managing the financial operations of the group, with an additional focus towards leading on overseeing the statutory accounts as well as the management accounts. The business is undergoing a period of change currently so this role will suit candidates that can operate in fast paced environments, comfortable having a high degree of autonomy and influence. Key Responsibilities: Ownership of the group multi-currency consolidation Ownership of individual entities balance sheet reconciliations Compliance reporting, corporate tax returns, VAT & payroll taxes Improve and implement robust financial controls Manage and mentor two finance assistants Preparation and submission of monthly payrolls for all group entities Responsible for leading on technical accounting issues, providing guidance to the wider finance team Assisting with development of group accounting policies Lead integration of new acquired companies financial systems into the further group What We're Looking For (Essential Skills): Fully qualified (ACCA / ACA / CIMA / ICAS / ICAEW) Bonus Skills: SaaS industry experience Day Rate: £400 - £500 (Outside IR35) Location: Central Manchester Hybrid (2-3 days WFH) At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Interim Financial Controller PE Backed SaaS Scale Up Manchester Harmonic are delighted to be partnering once again with one of the UK's most successful PE Backed SaaS scale ups, with their search for an Interim Financial Controller on a 9-12 month contract. Turning over around £50mill, our client is based in Central Manchester and specialise in developing tools designed for modern cloud data warehouses. The company has grown rapidly alongside the rise of cloud computing and data-driven decision-making, serving customers across industries such as finance, healthcare, retail, and technology. Today, they are recognized as a key player in the modern data stack, helping organizations turn raw data into actionable insights. They are a non-corporate, exceptionally friendly, and ambitious team looking to strengthen their finance function with a strong technical finance professional to take over a maternity cover contract. The Role: Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role in managing the financial operations of the group, with an additional focus towards leading on overseeing the statutory accounts as well as the management accounts. The business is undergoing a period of change currently so this role will suit candidates that can operate in fast paced environments, comfortable having a high degree of autonomy and influence. Key Responsibilities: Ownership of the group multi-currency consolidation Ownership of individual entities balance sheet reconciliations Compliance reporting, corporate tax returns, VAT & payroll taxes Improve and implement robust financial controls Manage and mentor two finance assistants Preparation and submission of monthly payrolls for all group entities Responsible for leading on technical accounting issues, providing guidance to the wider finance team Assisting with development of group accounting policies Lead integration of new acquired companies financial systems into the further group What We're Looking For (Essential Skills): Fully qualified (ACCA / ACA / CIMA / ICAS / ICAEW) Bonus Skills: SaaS industry experience Day Rate: £400 - £500 (Outside IR35) Location: Central Manchester Hybrid (2-3 days WFH) At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.
Sewell Wallis is partnering with a leading South Yorkshire PE-backed business in Sheffield, who are seeking a highly skilled Project Accountant to join their team on a 9-12 month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute during a pivotal growth phase for the company, combining essential accounting duties with a focus on process automation, system integration, and driving continuous improvements. If you have a strong background in change management and systems automation, this role is ideal for you, as you'll be key to enhancing operational efficiency and reducing manual tasks across the business. What will you be doing? Lead projects focused on streamlining finance processes and minimising manual work. Champion system adoption by encouraging wider use of Sage Intacct and Salesforce in finance workflows. Act as a change agent, influencing key stakeholders and embedding best practices. Support the month-end close process, including preparing and posting journals, accruals, and prepayments. Assist with monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and collaboration with the Management Accountant. Maintain and reconcile balance sheet control accounts, resolving discrepancies as needed. Process monthly payroll for approximately 140 employees across two companies using Sage, ensuring compliance with UK payroll legislation. Manage supplier relationships and resolve queries, ensuring timely payments within internal authorisation limits. Prepare and process weekly supplier payment runs, ensuring alignment with internal controls. Maintain accurate cash and bank records, including daily reconciliations and appropriate transaction allocations. Use Sage Intacct to produce financial reports, process transactions, and streamline workflows. Reconcile complex data sets as part of month-end activities and reporting. Support year-end accounts and assist with audit schedules, liaising with auditors as necessary. Provide finance support to other departments, including handling coding queries and assisting with budget tracking. Collaborate with the Financial Controller and Finance Director on ad-hoc tasks and continuous improvement initiatives. What skills do we need? Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with practical experience in a fast-paced SME or scale-up environment. Proven track record in leading systems and process change projects in finance, with strong stakeholder management skills. Comfortable balancing hands-on accounting work with strategic projects. Experienced with cloud-based finance systems (Sage Intacct experience is a plus). Advanced Excel skills with the ability to translate manual processes into automated workflows. Experience supporting external audits and preparing audit schedules is desirable. Proactive in process improvement, with a strong commitment to maintaining robust internal controls. What's on offer? Hybrid working: 3 days in the office 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (Pro-rata for contract length) Enhanced pension scheme Healthcare benefits Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Kayley. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Apr 01, 2026
Contractor
Sewell Wallis is partnering with a leading South Yorkshire PE-backed business in Sheffield, who are seeking a highly skilled Project Accountant to join their team on a 9-12 month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute during a pivotal growth phase for the company, combining essential accounting duties with a focus on process automation, system integration, and driving continuous improvements. If you have a strong background in change management and systems automation, this role is ideal for you, as you'll be key to enhancing operational efficiency and reducing manual tasks across the business. What will you be doing? Lead projects focused on streamlining finance processes and minimising manual work. Champion system adoption by encouraging wider use of Sage Intacct and Salesforce in finance workflows. Act as a change agent, influencing key stakeholders and embedding best practices. Support the month-end close process, including preparing and posting journals, accruals, and prepayments. Assist with monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and collaboration with the Management Accountant. Maintain and reconcile balance sheet control accounts, resolving discrepancies as needed. Process monthly payroll for approximately 140 employees across two companies using Sage, ensuring compliance with UK payroll legislation. Manage supplier relationships and resolve queries, ensuring timely payments within internal authorisation limits. Prepare and process weekly supplier payment runs, ensuring alignment with internal controls. Maintain accurate cash and bank records, including daily reconciliations and appropriate transaction allocations. Use Sage Intacct to produce financial reports, process transactions, and streamline workflows. Reconcile complex data sets as part of month-end activities and reporting. Support year-end accounts and assist with audit schedules, liaising with auditors as necessary. Provide finance support to other departments, including handling coding queries and assisting with budget tracking. Collaborate with the Financial Controller and Finance Director on ad-hoc tasks and continuous improvement initiatives. What skills do we need? Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with practical experience in a fast-paced SME or scale-up environment. Proven track record in leading systems and process change projects in finance, with strong stakeholder management skills. Comfortable balancing hands-on accounting work with strategic projects. Experienced with cloud-based finance systems (Sage Intacct experience is a plus). Advanced Excel skills with the ability to translate manual processes into automated workflows. Experience supporting external audits and preparing audit schedules is desirable. Proactive in process improvement, with a strong commitment to maintaining robust internal controls. What's on offer? Hybrid working: 3 days in the office 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (Pro-rata for contract length) Enhanced pension scheme Healthcare benefits Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Kayley. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Spencer Clarke Group have partnered up with a reputable, and successful Global Leader within Manufacturing sector who are growing their internal Finance team. They are looking to recruit for an experienced Financial Accountant , who is ideally Qualified or QBE. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is an experienced Financial Accountant, and looking to work with a growing business. The Finance team isn't your standard 'run of the mill function' , therefore you will be able to work for a team that are involved in more project based work and being a key, valued member of the team. If you are currently working within a Manufacturing or Construction business or within an Accountancy Practice (with auditing experience), this could be the perfect role for you. Responsibilities: Management of 3 Accounts Receivable staff. Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable as required. Ensure budgets, schedules, and performance requirements are met. Research and report on financial status including income statement variances, communicating financial results to management, budget preparation. Ensure proper control and accounting of fixed assets additions, disposals, and transfers. Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting activities including reconciliations of Balance sheet accounts, coordination, and completion of annual audits, and reviewing financial reports/holds up as necessary. Improve systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions. Oversee taxes and abide by federal regulations. Generate reports for labour investigation, expense research, monthly balance sheet and monthly customer profit and loss statement. Review and implement actions resulting from reports. Review all inter-company ICV booking and payments. Ensure proper accounting of all transactions. Ensure accurate monthly inventory valuation. Coordinate/oversee annual physical inventory or stock take. Research expenses for cost centres, departments, and projects. Company Benefits: Bonuses- discretionary annual bonus of a minimum 10%! A merit-based annual pay review. Enhanced annual leave. Flexible working. Employee recognition scheme and long service awards. Referral bonus. Volunteer days. Group Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year. Sick pay scheme. Cycle to Work scheme. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave. Support in your well-being by access to: Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice. On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders. Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.) and more! What we are looking for from you: Driving License would be ideal due to potential travel. (role dependant) ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified or QBE. Relevant degree/ qualification. Work experience ideally in the technical/manufacturing environment OR Accountancy Practice sector. Working to deadlines with a good attention to detail. Good communication and organisational skills are essential. Ability to manage day to day work whilst also being part of a team. Fantastic written and verbal communication skills. Experience of accounting systems (Our client uses SAP) and Microsoft Excel. Confident under pressure and able to handle multifaceted objectives. Excellent work ethic. If this role sounds of interest to you, please get in touch! Our client is keen to interview and hire an amazing individual ASAP. About Spencer Clarke Group: Within the Accountancy & Finance division we work across the whole of the UK and cover Practice, Public and Industry alike with Permanent, Interim or contract positions. We offer up to 500 worth of gift vouchers for any successful referrals. T's & C's apply.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Spencer Clarke Group have partnered up with a reputable, and successful Global Leader within Manufacturing sector who are growing their internal Finance team. They are looking to recruit for an experienced Financial Accountant , who is ideally Qualified or QBE. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is an experienced Financial Accountant, and looking to work with a growing business. The Finance team isn't your standard 'run of the mill function' , therefore you will be able to work for a team that are involved in more project based work and being a key, valued member of the team. If you are currently working within a Manufacturing or Construction business or within an Accountancy Practice (with auditing experience), this could be the perfect role for you. Responsibilities: Management of 3 Accounts Receivable staff. Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable as required. Ensure budgets, schedules, and performance requirements are met. Research and report on financial status including income statement variances, communicating financial results to management, budget preparation. Ensure proper control and accounting of fixed assets additions, disposals, and transfers. Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting activities including reconciliations of Balance sheet accounts, coordination, and completion of annual audits, and reviewing financial reports/holds up as necessary. Improve systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions. Oversee taxes and abide by federal regulations. Generate reports for labour investigation, expense research, monthly balance sheet and monthly customer profit and loss statement. Review and implement actions resulting from reports. Review all inter-company ICV booking and payments. Ensure proper accounting of all transactions. Ensure accurate monthly inventory valuation. Coordinate/oversee annual physical inventory or stock take. Research expenses for cost centres, departments, and projects. Company Benefits: Bonuses- discretionary annual bonus of a minimum 10%! A merit-based annual pay review. Enhanced annual leave. Flexible working. Employee recognition scheme and long service awards. Referral bonus. Volunteer days. Group Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year. Sick pay scheme. Cycle to Work scheme. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave. Support in your well-being by access to: Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice. On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders. Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.) and more! What we are looking for from you: Driving License would be ideal due to potential travel. (role dependant) ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified or QBE. Relevant degree/ qualification. Work experience ideally in the technical/manufacturing environment OR Accountancy Practice sector. Working to deadlines with a good attention to detail. Good communication and organisational skills are essential. Ability to manage day to day work whilst also being part of a team. Fantastic written and verbal communication skills. Experience of accounting systems (Our client uses SAP) and Microsoft Excel. Confident under pressure and able to handle multifaceted objectives. Excellent work ethic. If this role sounds of interest to you, please get in touch! Our client is keen to interview and hire an amazing individual ASAP. About Spencer Clarke Group: Within the Accountancy & Finance division we work across the whole of the UK and cover Practice, Public and Industry alike with Permanent, Interim or contract positions. We offer up to 500 worth of gift vouchers for any successful referrals. T's & C's apply.
Interim Financial Controller (13 Month Maternity Cover) Altrincham (Hybrid Working) £60,000 - £70,000 (Pro Rate) Axon Moore has a requirement for an experienced Financial Controller to come in for a period of 13 months to cover Maternity Leave. Ideally my client is looking to hire someone for a minimum of 4 days a week but is open to 5 days. The role requires a hands-on, technically strong finance professional who can quickly take ownership of the finance function and ensure continuity, accuracy, and operational efficiency. The successful candidate will oversee all core finance activities including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Payroll, and Tax, while owning the month-end close and Board reporting process. They will act as a key point of contact for auditors, banks, and investors, and support ongoing budgeting and forecasting processes in partnership with the CFO. Key Responsibilities: Financial Leadership & Reporting Ownership of KPI Reporting Pack - Produce and deliver accurate financial and ESG-related KPIs for investors and key stakeholders. Month-End Close & Board Reporting - Lead the month-end process and prepare the monthly Board pack, ensuring timely, accurate, and insightful reporting. Budgeting & Forecasting - Support and manage budgeting and reforecasting cycles alongside the CFO. Cash Flow Management - Maintain robust cash flow forecasting and working capital management. Transactional Finance Oversight - Ensure smooth and controlled delivery across AP, AR, Payroll, and Tax. Automation & Systems - Utilise Microsoft BC (ERP) and HubSpot (CRM) to maintain and enhance efficient finance processes. Audit & Compliance - Act as the primary contact for auditors, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and regulatory requirements. PE-Backed Environment - Maintain strong financial controls and support any ongoing or upcoming refinancing or investor-related activities. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with operational and commercial teams to support decision-making and drive performance. Margin & Cost Analysis - Provide insight into profitability, cost control, and business performance. Team Leadership - Manage and support two direct reports, ensuring continuity, clarity, and performance across the team. Stability & Continuity - Maintain team structure, processes, and morale during the maternity cover period. This is a key interim role within a growing, PE-backed business, offering the opportunity to take ownership of the finance function and ensure seamless continuity during a critical period. To not miss out and to find out more please apply today.
Apr 01, 2026
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Interim Financial Controller (13 Month Maternity Cover) Altrincham (Hybrid Working) £60,000 - £70,000 (Pro Rate) Axon Moore has a requirement for an experienced Financial Controller to come in for a period of 13 months to cover Maternity Leave. Ideally my client is looking to hire someone for a minimum of 4 days a week but is open to 5 days. The role requires a hands-on, technically strong finance professional who can quickly take ownership of the finance function and ensure continuity, accuracy, and operational efficiency. The successful candidate will oversee all core finance activities including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Payroll, and Tax, while owning the month-end close and Board reporting process. They will act as a key point of contact for auditors, banks, and investors, and support ongoing budgeting and forecasting processes in partnership with the CFO. Key Responsibilities: Financial Leadership & Reporting Ownership of KPI Reporting Pack - Produce and deliver accurate financial and ESG-related KPIs for investors and key stakeholders. Month-End Close & Board Reporting - Lead the month-end process and prepare the monthly Board pack, ensuring timely, accurate, and insightful reporting. Budgeting & Forecasting - Support and manage budgeting and reforecasting cycles alongside the CFO. Cash Flow Management - Maintain robust cash flow forecasting and working capital management. Transactional Finance Oversight - Ensure smooth and controlled delivery across AP, AR, Payroll, and Tax. Automation & Systems - Utilise Microsoft BC (ERP) and HubSpot (CRM) to maintain and enhance efficient finance processes. Audit & Compliance - Act as the primary contact for auditors, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and regulatory requirements. PE-Backed Environment - Maintain strong financial controls and support any ongoing or upcoming refinancing or investor-related activities. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with operational and commercial teams to support decision-making and drive performance. Margin & Cost Analysis - Provide insight into profitability, cost control, and business performance. Team Leadership - Manage and support two direct reports, ensuring continuity, clarity, and performance across the team. Stability & Continuity - Maintain team structure, processes, and morale during the maternity cover period. This is a key interim role within a growing, PE-backed business, offering the opportunity to take ownership of the finance function and ensure seamless continuity during a critical period. To not miss out and to find out more please apply today.
Your new company You will be joining a large, well-established organisation within the North West that provides essential services to communities across the region. Known for its strong social purpose and commitment to long-term investment, the organisation is continuing to grow and innovate while maintaining a supportive, flexible and progressive working environment for its employees. With a focus on professional development, colleague wellbeing and inclusive culture, this is an employer that empowers people to reach their full potential while contributing to positive outcomes for local communities. Your new role As Interim Head of Treasury, Financial Planning & Development, you will step into a pivotal senior leadership role overseeing the organisation's treasury management, long-term financial planning and development finance functions. You will lead the production and maintenance of a robust 30-year financial plan, manage treasury strategy and ensure strong financial controland assurance across a significant development programme. Working closely with Finance Business Partners and leadership teams, you will oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling, providing high-quality analysis to support strategic decision-making.Alongside the technical responsibilities, you will lead and develop teams across Treasury and Financial Planning, champion best practice, ensure data integrity and foster a high-performance culture. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, primarily home-based, with occasional travel to offices within Greater Manchester and the wider North West. What you'll need to succeed To excel in this role, you will bring: Extensive senior-level experience in treasury, financial planning and development finance A proven ability to produce high-quality long-term plans, forecasts and performance reporting Experience managing complex internal and external financial stakeholders Strong leadership skills,with a track record of developing and motivating high-performing teams Excellent communication and report-writing ability, able to engage both financial and non-financial audiences Solid IT skills including intermediate Excel and financial modelling systems such as BRIXX, Provalor Sequel A strong understanding of value-for-money principles A full accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Sector experience within housing, regulated environments or other asset-based sectors, along with treasury or investment qualifications (ACT, CFA etc.),would be advantageous but not essential. What you'll get in return You will receive ahighly competitive benefits package, including: 35-hour working week 40 days of paid leave per year (32 days annual leave + bank holidays) Pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions Healthcare cash plan with access to dental, optical, physiotherapy and private GP services Flexible working policies and a range of family-friendly support Salary Finance options including loans and savings Opportunity to increase annual leave with service or through a holiday purchase scheme Annual £150 Learning for Life allowance Discounts and cashback across retail, travel and lifestyle Two paid half-days per year for volunteering Ongoing development, training and professional qualification support This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact at senior level within an organisation that truly values its people and its purpose. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Your new company You will be joining a large, well-established organisation within the North West that provides essential services to communities across the region. Known for its strong social purpose and commitment to long-term investment, the organisation is continuing to grow and innovate while maintaining a supportive, flexible and progressive working environment for its employees. With a focus on professional development, colleague wellbeing and inclusive culture, this is an employer that empowers people to reach their full potential while contributing to positive outcomes for local communities. Your new role As Interim Head of Treasury, Financial Planning & Development, you will step into a pivotal senior leadership role overseeing the organisation's treasury management, long-term financial planning and development finance functions. You will lead the production and maintenance of a robust 30-year financial plan, manage treasury strategy and ensure strong financial controland assurance across a significant development programme. Working closely with Finance Business Partners and leadership teams, you will oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling, providing high-quality analysis to support strategic decision-making.Alongside the technical responsibilities, you will lead and develop teams across Treasury and Financial Planning, champion best practice, ensure data integrity and foster a high-performance culture. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, primarily home-based, with occasional travel to offices within Greater Manchester and the wider North West. What you'll need to succeed To excel in this role, you will bring: Extensive senior-level experience in treasury, financial planning and development finance A proven ability to produce high-quality long-term plans, forecasts and performance reporting Experience managing complex internal and external financial stakeholders Strong leadership skills,with a track record of developing and motivating high-performing teams Excellent communication and report-writing ability, able to engage both financial and non-financial audiences Solid IT skills including intermediate Excel and financial modelling systems such as BRIXX, Provalor Sequel A strong understanding of value-for-money principles A full accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Sector experience within housing, regulated environments or other asset-based sectors, along with treasury or investment qualifications (ACT, CFA etc.),would be advantageous but not essential. What you'll get in return You will receive ahighly competitive benefits package, including: 35-hour working week 40 days of paid leave per year (32 days annual leave + bank holidays) Pension scheme with up to 10% matched contributions Healthcare cash plan with access to dental, optical, physiotherapy and private GP services Flexible working policies and a range of family-friendly support Salary Finance options including loans and savings Opportunity to increase annual leave with service or through a holiday purchase scheme Annual £150 Learning for Life allowance Discounts and cashback across retail, travel and lifestyle Two paid half-days per year for volunteering Ongoing development, training and professional qualification support This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact at senior level within an organisation that truly values its people and its purpose. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Interim Head of FP&A to join a reputable organisation in the Manufacturing industry. The role is based in Newport and focuses on leading financial planning and analysis to drive strategic decision-making. Client Details The organisation operates within the manufacturing industry and is recognised as a medium-sized company with a strong market presence. They are committed to delivering high-quality products and maintaining operational excellence. Description This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned Interim to join our manufacturing client whilst we recruit a Permanent head for the role. The role reports to the CFO and currently is a stand alone FP+A role and requires the individual to act in a dual capacity, both supporting the Board with strategic analysis and producing daily, weekly and monthly reports as well as acting as a trusted Finance Business Partner to stakeholders across the business. The role will include; Lead the financial planning and analysis function to support business objectives. Develop and oversee financial models and forecasts to inform strategic decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders to align financial goals with business strategies. Provide detailed financial analysis to identify opportunities and potential risks. Prepare and present accurate financial reports to senior leadership. Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies. Support the implementation of process improvements within the finance department. Responsibility for monthly P&L re-forecasting, including updated inputs and assumptions as well as ensuring movements, risks and opportunities are communicated effectively. Responsibility for group financial planning and modelling, including the 3-year plan. Coordinate and manage the annual budget process and consolidation of budget submissions for the group. Profile A successful Interim Head of FP&A should have: A fully qualified Accountant with ACA, ACCA or CIMA Proven experience in financial planning and analysis within a fast moving industry. A strong understanding of financial reporting and forecasting techniques. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to stakeholders. Proficiency in financial software and tools relevant to the role. Job Offer Negotiable day rate Temporary role for c12-16 weeks Four days per week in the office, fostering collaboration and team engagement.
Apr 01, 2026
Seasonal
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Interim Head of FP&A to join a reputable organisation in the Manufacturing industry. The role is based in Newport and focuses on leading financial planning and analysis to drive strategic decision-making. Client Details The organisation operates within the manufacturing industry and is recognised as a medium-sized company with a strong market presence. They are committed to delivering high-quality products and maintaining operational excellence. Description This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned Interim to join our manufacturing client whilst we recruit a Permanent head for the role. The role reports to the CFO and currently is a stand alone FP+A role and requires the individual to act in a dual capacity, both supporting the Board with strategic analysis and producing daily, weekly and monthly reports as well as acting as a trusted Finance Business Partner to stakeholders across the business. The role will include; Lead the financial planning and analysis function to support business objectives. Develop and oversee financial models and forecasts to inform strategic decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders to align financial goals with business strategies. Provide detailed financial analysis to identify opportunities and potential risks. Prepare and present accurate financial reports to senior leadership. Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies. Support the implementation of process improvements within the finance department. Responsibility for monthly P&L re-forecasting, including updated inputs and assumptions as well as ensuring movements, risks and opportunities are communicated effectively. Responsibility for group financial planning and modelling, including the 3-year plan. Coordinate and manage the annual budget process and consolidation of budget submissions for the group. Profile A successful Interim Head of FP&A should have: A fully qualified Accountant with ACA, ACCA or CIMA Proven experience in financial planning and analysis within a fast moving industry. A strong understanding of financial reporting and forecasting techniques. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to stakeholders. Proficiency in financial software and tools relevant to the role. Job Offer Negotiable day rate Temporary role for c12-16 weeks Four days per week in the office, fostering collaboration and team engagement.
We're partnering with a leading hospitality and members-club group to hire an experienced Power BI Developer for an 3-month duration. This is a great opportunity to deliver high-impact reporting and shape how the business uses data across membership, F&B, and club operations. The role sits within the FP&A function, working closely with the Interim CFO, and requires someone who is both technically strong and commercially sharp. The Opportunity You'll be responsible for building a full suite of Power BI dashboards that will become core to the business's decision-making. This includes reporting across: Membership Food & Beverage Club utilisation The business is moving towards a more modern data environment, so you'll be developing reports directly from Microsoft Fabric rather than Excel, with plenty of autonomy to shape the approach. What You'll Be Doing Designing, building and delivering end-to-end Power BI dashboards Creating robust data models and managing data flows Developing reports directly from Fabric Working with finance and operational teams to understand reporting needs Turning raw data into clear, actionable insights Ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and best-practice governance About You We're looking for someone with: Strong commercial Power BI development experience Hands-on experience building reports from Fabric (must-have) Solid grounding in data modelling and database concepts Confidence working with finance teams and operational stakeholders Ability to work independently and deliver within tight timeframes Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Apr 01, 2026
Seasonal
We're partnering with a leading hospitality and members-club group to hire an experienced Power BI Developer for an 3-month duration. This is a great opportunity to deliver high-impact reporting and shape how the business uses data across membership, F&B, and club operations. The role sits within the FP&A function, working closely with the Interim CFO, and requires someone who is both technically strong and commercially sharp. The Opportunity You'll be responsible for building a full suite of Power BI dashboards that will become core to the business's decision-making. This includes reporting across: Membership Food & Beverage Club utilisation The business is moving towards a more modern data environment, so you'll be developing reports directly from Microsoft Fabric rather than Excel, with plenty of autonomy to shape the approach. What You'll Be Doing Designing, building and delivering end-to-end Power BI dashboards Creating robust data models and managing data flows Developing reports directly from Fabric Working with finance and operational teams to understand reporting needs Turning raw data into clear, actionable insights Ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and best-practice governance About You We're looking for someone with: Strong commercial Power BI development experience Hands-on experience building reports from Fabric (must-have) Solid grounding in data modelling and database concepts Confidence working with finance teams and operational stakeholders Ability to work independently and deliver within tight timeframes Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Finance Director 6 Month FTC Up to £120,000 East Cheshire Onsite Manufacturing Your new company You'll be joining a well-established, privately owned manufacturing/engineering business headquartered in East Cheshire. The company operates globally, producing high-quality products for the oil and gas industry, with teams based across the UK, Dubai and Asia. Despite its international reach, the business structure and culture is entrepreneurial and family-run. With a turnover of approximately £100m and strong margins, the business is continuing to grow. Your new role As Interim Finance Director, you will provide hands-on leadership and strategic financial oversight for a six-month period. This is a full-time, on-site role at the East Cheshire headquarters. You'll manage a small but capable finance team, including a Finance Manager, Accounts Receivable/Payable, and an Assistant Accountant. Key responsibilities include: Cashflow forecasting and management Supporting ERP improvements Reviewing contract terms and managing intercompany charges Liaising with auditors Ensuring compliance with transfer pricing and dividend oversight Managing multi-currency operations Work closely with senior management across the businesses under the entity Provide financial insight and partnering with other departments to support operational decisions. What you'll need to succeed A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with proven experience as FD Background in manufacturing is essential You must be immediately available. Global finance exposure and multi-currency experience Strong cashflow management skills Ability to work in a hands-on, entrepreneurial environment High emotional intelligence to engage with a family-owned business and senior stakeholders Experience with ERP systems and process improvements What you'll get in return A six-month fixed-term contract Competitive salary in the range of £90,000-£120,000 Opportunity to make a significant impact in a global business during a critical period Exposure to strategic decision-making and operational leadership What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, please click "apply" and we will revert to the most relevant applications as soon as possible. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're a qualified accountant looking for a new job in finance, please contact Benjamin Stanton at the Hays Senior Finance team in Manchester. #
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Finance Director 6 Month FTC Up to £120,000 East Cheshire Onsite Manufacturing Your new company You'll be joining a well-established, privately owned manufacturing/engineering business headquartered in East Cheshire. The company operates globally, producing high-quality products for the oil and gas industry, with teams based across the UK, Dubai and Asia. Despite its international reach, the business structure and culture is entrepreneurial and family-run. With a turnover of approximately £100m and strong margins, the business is continuing to grow. Your new role As Interim Finance Director, you will provide hands-on leadership and strategic financial oversight for a six-month period. This is a full-time, on-site role at the East Cheshire headquarters. You'll manage a small but capable finance team, including a Finance Manager, Accounts Receivable/Payable, and an Assistant Accountant. Key responsibilities include: Cashflow forecasting and management Supporting ERP improvements Reviewing contract terms and managing intercompany charges Liaising with auditors Ensuring compliance with transfer pricing and dividend oversight Managing multi-currency operations Work closely with senior management across the businesses under the entity Provide financial insight and partnering with other departments to support operational decisions. What you'll need to succeed A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with proven experience as FD Background in manufacturing is essential You must be immediately available. Global finance exposure and multi-currency experience Strong cashflow management skills Ability to work in a hands-on, entrepreneurial environment High emotional intelligence to engage with a family-owned business and senior stakeholders Experience with ERP systems and process improvements What you'll get in return A six-month fixed-term contract Competitive salary in the range of £90,000-£120,000 Opportunity to make a significant impact in a global business during a critical period Exposure to strategic decision-making and operational leadership What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, please click "apply" and we will revert to the most relevant applications as soon as possible. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're a qualified accountant looking for a new job in finance, please contact Benjamin Stanton at the Hays Senior Finance team in Manchester. #
