84 jobs found

Interim Finance Manager / Group Consolidation London / Hybrid (3-days office based) Duration: 12-months £120,000-£150,000 (would consider day-rate) Start: Flexible (project ramps from June) Arthur Financial are representing a London-based insurer who are undertaking a major merger project bringing together two specialist insurance entities.They are looking for an experienced finance contractor to take ownership of the consolidation and reporting workstream, supporting the group through integration and ensuring readiness from a financial reporting perspective.This is a high-impact role, working directly with senior finance leadership, but requiring a hands-on delivery-focused approach. Key Responsibilities Lead group consolidation across multiple entities, including: Trial balance consolidation Inter company eliminations Alignment of accounting treatments Support technical accounting considerations relating to the merger (FRS102 / FRS103) Establish and deliver consolidated reporting frameworks Build and manage Excel-based consolidation models (initially) Work closely with CFOs, Finance Directors, Financial Controllers and auditors Drive the finance integration workstream end-to-end, supporting merger delivery timelines The Environment Initial consolidation will be Excel-led Entities operate on SUN systems with aligned but independently managed structures Finance teams are currently focused on BAU and year-end, so this role requires someone who can operate independently and take ownership Experience Required Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Strong experience in: Group consolidation (multi-entity) M&A / merger integration's UK GAAP (FRS102 / FRS103) Background within insurance ( carrier or mutual preferred ) Advanced Excel modelling skills Proven ability to operate in a hands-on, delivery-focused role What They're Looking For Someone who can "roll their sleeves up" and deliver Comfortable working in ambiguous, evolving structures Strong stakeholder engagement with senior finance leadership Experience working in complex, multi-entity environments

Finance Business Partner - Public Sector Generic Responsibilities Build strong working relationships with Service Managers, providing support, advice, and constructive challenge to aid decision-making. Lead, support, and train the service finance team to deliver high-quality, customer-focused financial services. Provide accurate, timely financial advice to Members, Directors, senior managers, and Finance colleagues. Coordinate revenue and capital budget preparation in line with corporate processes. Support budget managers in setting budgets, analysing trends, understanding cost drivers, and delivering MTFS savings. Quality-assure forecasts and produce accurate monthly monitoring reports, highlighting variances, risks, and required actions. Present monthly budget monitoring to Directorate/Divisional Management Teams and meet regularly with the Finance Business Partner to review financial positions. Deliver financial training to service and budget managers. Complete statutory financial and statistical returns and maintain accurate records for grant claims. Lead and coordinate year-end closedown tasks and provide information for the Statement of Accounts. Advise on financial implications of legislative, policy, or service changes. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, statutory guidance, and financial regulations. Contribute to improvement and transformation projects. Maintain continuous professional development and stay updated on best practice. Conduct performance appraisals for senior finance officers. Undertake any other duties appropriate to the level of the post. Essential Requirements Strong knowledge of local authority financial management, processes, and the wider financial and legislative framework. Understanding of the service directorate's business and legislative context. Proven experience delivering the core duties of the role. Experience producing accurate, timely reports for senior managers. Experience in local authority budget setting, including capital and revenue monitoring. Demonstrated use of continuous improvement in financial management. Experience managing or supervising staff. CCAB-qualified accountant (or near-finalist with substantial relevant experience). Evidence of ongoing professional development. Excellent numerical and analytical skills, able to interpret and present financial analysis clearly. Strong Microsoft Excel skills (including VLOOKUP and pivot tables). Advanced ability to extract and interpret data from a General Ledger system to support budget holders. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal, including working with senior management. Ability to provide constructive challenge and influence decisions. Commitment to continuous learning for self and others. Ability to build effective working relationships across and beyond the organisation. 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

Sewell Wallis is excited to be partnering with an industry leading West Yorkshire company based in Leeds, LS12. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Customer Service Advisor to join a supportive and friendly team. The Customer Service Advisor sits within a close-knit environment where collaboration and teamwork are key. While the operation is small and family-friendly locally, it forms part of a wider international group, offering the stability and benefits of a large organisation while maintaining a personal, people-focused approach. What will you be doing? Delivering exceptional customer service over the phone and via email. Handling inbound calls from customers and technicians. Managing enquiries through dedicated customer service mailboxes. Booking and planning repairs using internal systems. Liaising with the Planning Team and Regional Managers to resolve queries. Logging and investigating complaints on the complaints database. Providing quotations for private repair requests. What skills are we looking for? Proven track record in delivering excellent customer service via phone and email. Strong listening and communication skills. Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask and manage priorities. Confident with computer systems. A team player with empathy and problem-solving ability. What's in it for you? 25,200 per annum Flexible home and office working - 2 days at home, 3 in the office after training 25 days annual leave, plus up to 10 extra days each year (free of charge) + the option to buy more Free on-site parking and Cycle to Work scheme Discounted gym access via Gym-Flex Life cover and the option to access private medical insurance Contributory pension scheme Apply below or for more information, contact Emma Johnsen. 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 are seeking a commercially minded Finance Business Partner / FP& A professional to lead financial support for this diverse Norfolk-based business. Reporting to the Finance Director and working closely with senior stakeholders, you will be the key finance contact for key operations. This role combines strategic insight with hands-on financial management-owning budgeting, forecasting, month-end reporting, and performance analysis across a global product line. You will develop and enhance financial models, support bids and commercial decision-making, provide clear insight to leadership, and help shape long-term strategy. Strong business partnering is essential, as you'll collaborate closely with operational and sales teams to drive performance, improve financial stewardship, and optimise margins. With one direct report and influence across a wider team, you'll also play a key leadership role-developing talent, promoting collaboration, and fostering a high-performance culture. Advanced Excel and strong communication skills are essential.

Cedar is currently partnered with a renowned Hospitality business to secure an Interim Financial Controller, based in Central London with 4 days per week based from the office. The role is a 4 to 6-month initial contract, paying a day rate between £550 - £650 per day (Umbrella). The Company This prestigious organisation based in Central London is a market-leader in the Hospitality industry. The Role As Interim Financial Controller, you will: Lead and direct the finance team, supporting the business and the Finance Director. Oversee all operational aspects of the Balance Sheet, P&L, and Cashflow including carrying out balance sheet reconciliations and consolidations. Manage the month-end process from start to finish. Handle lender reporting, including covenant compliance. Oversee statutory reporting and liaise with external accountants as needed. Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities, conduct variance analysis and report on trends. Hold responsibility for CAPEX monitoring. Review and authorise POs, expenses, refunds, allowances, and banking transactions per company policy. Complete quarterly and monthly VAT returns within HMRC deadlines. Your Profile You will ideally have: A formal accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA/CIMA/CA). Previous experience working within a consumer-facing sector i.e. Hospitality, Retail, Travel etc. Previous experience within a similar role, holding responsibility for a finance team and driving a strong financial controls environment. Prior experience in an interim / contract role. Availability to begin immediately. The rate of £550 - £650 per day represents a fair value, or logical increase on your previous salary or day rate. Compensation & Benefits As well as the day rate of £550 - £650 per day, this contract role as Interim Financial Controller, offers the chance to join a fast-paced organisation with a best-in-class finance team. Their highly impressive Central London office is easily accessible by public transport, and they typically attend the office between 4 and 5 days per week. They are a highly collaborative, collegiate environment, that rewards success.

Temp-perm - Membership Officer We are currently recruiting for an Membership Officer to start immediately on a Temp-Perm basis - £28,000 Hybrid - Based near Tower Hill WHO WILL YOU BE WORKING FOR? Our client is an established non-profit membership Healthcare organisation. WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING? Working within the CCQI to offer a high level of financial administrative support and assist with a range of interim events, meetings and college projects. Liaising with a variety of stakeholders such as: NHS Trusts, private mental health services and international organisations. Tasked with the day-to-day use of software such as Business Central and Microsoft Excel to manage all aspects of CCQI network membership and invoicing. Develop and maintain the membership and finance database, including membership renewal records and current service status. Liaise with project teams to obtain Purchase Order (PO) numbers from member services. Liaise with the College finance department to raise invoices and relevant paperwork. Liaise with programme managers to ensure appropriate follow up of non-payment. Respond to queries from CCQI network members and fellow college employees regarding membership. Host monthly cluster meeting to discuss membership data and to foster an open and collaborative environment. Provide support to other CCQI projects as required such as attending meetings and taking minutes, assisting with the annual conference. Undertake any other duties related to the job purpose and which may be necessary in the development of the Centre s work or sometimes the work of the wider CCQI, as required by the Director/Heads of Department. About you Excellent administrative skills and proven administration experience in a busy, customer-focused environment Well organised, with excellent time management skills Financial administration experience Experience of membership services Experience of organising meetings and taking minutes HOW DO I APPLY? To apply for this role, please click on the Apply button below.

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.

Temporary Executive Assistant Finance & Operations Support £18 to £20 per hour dependant on experience Monday to Friday - 37.50 hours per week Manchester City Centre based Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 at home Starting from 1st April until the end of May We re working on behalf of a well?established transport organisation to recruit a Temporary Executive Assistant to provide high?quality administrative and finance support across several teams. This is a varied and hands?on role, ideal for someone who enjoys being at the heart of operations and supporting senior staff members. This opportunity would suit an experienced Executive Assistant or Senior Administrator who is confident juggling priorities, comfortable working with finance systems, and enjoys supporting others to work efficiently. Duties will involve: Providing effective administrative and operational support to multiple internal teams. Carrying out straightforward analysis, reporting and troubleshooting tasks. Supporting the finance function by managing and responding to shared mailboxes (including accounts payable, finance and commissioning). Using D365 for supplier invoice logging, approval requests, chasing and tracking invoices. Setting up suppliers, processing payments and maintaining accurate records. Reviewing commissioning and procurement forms. Raising requisitions and purchase orders within D365. Supporting the Finance Director with diary management, booking meetings and rooms, and handling ad?hoc requests. Do you have the following: Previous experience in an Executive Assistant, PA or senior administrative role. Confidence supporting finance teams and working with financial processes. Strong working knowledge of D365 (or similar finance/ERP systems). Excellent organisation and communication skills. Comfortable working with multiple stakeholders and priorities. A proactive, detail?focused approach with a collaborative mindset. You must be able to interview and start immediately and be able to commit to the role until the end of May 2026. Interested? Please contact Ruth today on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for a confidential chat. This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our Privacy Policy and by applying for this opportunity I agree that Aspire Recruitment will keep me informed about potential employment opportunities regularly and that I can choose to opt out of receiving information at any time.

Your new company Hays Senior Finance is working with an Education Organisation to recruit an Interim Finance Manager for its central finance department. Based at the Head Office, you will work directly with Head Teachers and Senior Leaders to support strong financial planning, clear reporting and confident decision-making. This is a hands-on role suited to a finance professional with schools experience who can step into a busy environment and deliver immediate value. Your new role As Finance Manager, you will take responsibility for core management accounting activity, including: Supporting Head Teachers with budgeting, forecasting and in-year financial planning Producing monthly management accounts and clear financial reports Providing financial insight to support operational and strategic decisions Working closely with school leaders, the CFO and Finance Director Helping ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the trust This is a business-as-usual role requiring confidence, accuracy and the ability to work effectively with non-financial stakeholders. What you'll need to succeed You will bring proven experience of working with school finances, with strong skills in budgeting, forecasting and producing management accounts. You'll be confident preparing clear, accurate monthly reporting and able to work closely with senior leaders, including Head Teachers. The organisation is open to candidates qualified by experience as well as those with formal finance qualifications, provided you can demonstrate the capability to deliver at this level. 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

Assistant Financial Controller Real Estate - OUR CLIENT is an established and successful international real estate property investment company within the office space. They are now looking for an Assistant Financial Controller for a newly created position resulting from continued growth and expansion. The Assistant Financial Controller will support the Finance Director in managing all aspects of financial reporting, controls, and business processes within the investment property operations. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to contribute across multiple areas of finance, including statutory reporting, management accounting, and business support. THE ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES for Assistant Financial Controller will include: Prepare annual statutory financial statements and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards. Prepare quarterly interim reports and financial statements for UK subsidiary companies. Manage month-end closing processes and ensure accuracy of financial data. Preparing statutory accounts and statements. Support and mentor bookkeeping staff to maintain clean ledgers, accurate records, and effective accounting systems. Produce ad hoc management reports and analysis for senior management decision-making. Assist with special projects, including acquisitions, restructures, and tax-related processes. THE PERSON and SKILLS REQUIREMENTS for Assistant Financial Controller: Candidate Profile: Professional qualification: ACA or ACCA (or equivalent). Extensive experience in financial statement preparation and bookkeeping. Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel; ability to manage and analyse large data sets. Audit experience is a strong advantage. Experience in real estate or property investment is desirable. Familiarity with a property management/accounting systems is an advantage. Personal Attributes: Strong interpersonal and communication skills. A proactive self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team. Able to perform effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines. Well-organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities. Professional, dynamic, and results-driven individual. Benefits: Discretionary bonus Health benefits Career progression Fully office based role offering a chance to gain a broad range of experience and skills Please note that due to volume we cannot get back to everyone, however every application is looked at and considered and will be held on Trident International's database for review. If you have not heard back from us within 5 working days you should assume your initial application has been unsuccessful, however if suitable roles arise in the future, we will make every effort to contact you. By applying for this job, you accept the Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. To learn more about our company and vacancies we are currently working on, visit our website and follow us on LinkedIn

Sewell Wallis is looking for a hands-on Financial Controller for a company based in East Ridings of Yorkshire, near Pocklington. This role is with a commercial property business with big growth plans! An exciting opportunity to create a finance team from the ground up, you'll be handling the day-to-day finance functions, working closely with the entrepreneurial founder and long-standing CFO to build on solid foundations and push the business forward. The business currently has a range of properties to manage, with a turnover of approx. 35mil, it's a fast-paced environment, and they're constantly looking to buy new sites and take on new investments. This opportunity is perfect for someone who likes to be in the thick of it, a problem solver who takes a practical and proactive approach. You'll need to be a qualified accountant who is confident with production of management information, alongside commentary and presentation of this to the SLT, creation of budgets, cash flow management, and submission of year-end accounts. The role will develop over time and as the business and team grows, you're responsibilities will move and change with the demands of the business, so you'll need to be adaptive. What will you be doing? Monthly management accounts, commentary, presentation of the information to the senior team. Budgets and forecasting. Cash flow management. Statutory reporting. Invoice processing (to begin with, before the team develops) Development of a finance team from the ground up. Basic payroll. What skills are we looking for? Qualified Accountant - (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) Hands on approach to management and problem solving. Confident communicator, both written and verbal. Someone who enjoys working collaboratively and as part of a lively team. Experience leading on day to day finance functions Experience of working in a fast-paced growing business. Creation of a finance team from scratch. What's on offer? A competitive salary 65,000- 70,000 Company car. Progression opportunities. New modern office facilities Parking on site. Send us your CV below, or contact Inci Evcil for more information. 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.

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.

Are you ready for a potentially long term role !? My client a large Local Authority are looking to appoint an interim Strategic Asset Manager Initial 6 month term with potential to extend up to 2 years! Rate per day : 400.00 via Umbrella Company. The role: The Strategic Asset Lead is a new strategic role, reporting to the Director for Economy and Place and working closely with the wider Economy & Place management team, in particular the Chief Property Surveyor. The postholder will work with stakeholders across the council to take an overview of all City Council assets (Administrative, Operational, Commercial, and key elements of Housing), to advise on which to retain, refurb, repurpose and which should be considered for disposal, as well as the Council's strategic approach to compliance. Desirable skills: Experience using wider measure to value, including social and environmental to inform investment decisions. Experience leading retrofit programs within complex organisation Ability to manage complex tasks and programmes, and to be able to problem solve Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence change at all levels of the organisation Ability to inform and influence senior colleagues and elected members to achieve optimal outcomes. In terms of working arrangements , I've been advised Office & Work From Home Hybrid. If this role sounds of interest, please apply today. Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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. #

Your new company A large local authority are currently going through an Oracle Fusion implementation and is looking for an interim Transactional Finance Manager - Oracle Fusion implementation Surge Team Manager. Your new role As interim Finance Manager - Oracle Fusion implementation Surge Team, you will be responsible for the oversight of the Oracle Fusion Surge Team for the preparation for go live, go live and post implementation. You will be directly managing a team of 3 AR/AP supervisors - Accounts Receivable Lead, Accounts Payable Lead, HR/Payroll Lead, and a small team of 3 Business Analysts that will be responsible for the systems administration and then, indirectly, a team of approx 10 Finance Assistants. This team will be based in the Birmingham office and will be responsible for the cross-functional team to protect business continuity, resolve system issues and defects quickly, and support end-users intensively during the go-live and hypercare period of the new system. Overseeing the pre go live, go live and post go live Overall coordination of AR/AP triage Runs daily stand-ups & issue reviews Prioritises tickets and escalations Communicate with project leadership & Finance Directors end user support for Oracle users for P2P, S2C, GL and PBCS modules security and access for Finance modules with Oracle including role allocation and working within Oracle Risk Mgt Cloud control checks within Finance - including period end and ledger lock, monthly AP & AR reconciliations to GLs continuing development of live service remediation What you'll need to succeed You will need experience of transactional finance across P2P, S2C , GL and PBCS in Oracle Fusion . (Oracle Fusion experience is essential)Strong knowledge of Oracle Fusion Experience working in a Go live situation with a new system implementationIdeally experience in local government What you'll get in return There is a great day rate on offer at between £500-550 p/day This role is 5 days on site in Birmingham. This is not negotiable due to the need to be floor walking, and managing any incidents in real time, in the office5 months assignment 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

Head of Financial Planning & Strategy London (Hybrid) Contact -3-6 Months A leading, globally recognised research organisation is seeking a Head of Financial Planning & Strategy to drive financial insight, performance and strategic decision-making. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will lead a high-performing team and play a key role in shaping long-term financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, while partnering closely with senior stakeholders and trustees. Key responsibilities include: Leading financial planning, budgeting and long-term forecasting Delivering insightful analysis to support strategic decision-making Overseeing business partnering and research finance teams Supporting investment decisions through financial modelling and business cases Enhancing reporting, business intelligence and performance insight Supporting ongoing finance transformation, including a current ERP implementation You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong experience in financial planning and business partnering within a complex organisation. Strong stakeholder engagement, leadership and analytical skills are essential. Experience of ERP implementations is highly desirable, particularly Oracle. This is an excellent opportunity to join a purpose-led organisation and make a meaningful impact.

Sewell Wallis is looking for a Commercial Cost Accountant for a high-growth metals manufacturing business in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. This role is a fantastic opportunity for an established Cost Accountant or Management Accountant with extensive manufacturing experience to step up into a more commercially focused business partnering position. You'll be working with internal department directors across operations and commercial, whilst reporting into a Head of Finance. You'll need to be used to working with raw material prices, forecasting on costing fluctuations and impact on sales/margins. What will you be doing? Working closely with the operational and commercial teams to understand the full margin elements of the company's product portfolio. Regular analysis and reporting of raw material costs, including forecasting of elementals, foreign exchange and potential hedging requirements Understanding of the full operational process of the company's product portfolio, incorporating standard costing into product cost and pricing mechanisms. Daily review, analysis and informative reporting of operational costs in line with budget/forecast, including assessment of manufacturing variances such as mix/yield/price/quantity, promoting cost awareness with insight to drive action and improve future performance. Daily review, analysis and reporting of production vs forecast, including assessment of volume/revenue/GCM. Monthly forecasting for operational performance to GCM at a detailed level. Identify operational process inefficiencies and suggest necessary improvements to enhance cost efficiency and business improvement. Adhering to month end group reporting deadlines (calendar day 5), ensuring completion of all relevant pricing and costing adjustments within operational and accounting software, including reconciliations and valuations of inventory balance sheet items Monthly sales and margin analysis, review and commentary for inclusion within management accounts Assist with internal & external audit requirements. What skills are we looking for? Qualified accountant ACA, ACCA, CIMA Strong Microsoft Excel skills Experience within Manufacturing (Metal and Alloy experience is beneficial) Excellent communicator, with strong presentation skills Experience in business partnering across departments What's on offer? A competitive salary of 65,000 Quarterly bonus of approx. 7% Pension - matched up to 8% 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Christmas Shutdown Private healthcare Send us your CV below, or contact Inci Evcil for more information. 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.

Finance Manager - Adult Social Care - Local Government Adult Social Care & High-Risk Budget Management Lead financial support for Adult Social Care, ensuring robust monitoring of complex, volatile and demand-driven budgets. Provide insight on cost drivers such as demographics, care packages, market pressures, and legislative changes. Support delivery of MTFS savings and cost-reduction plans within Adults and Public Health. Business Partnering & Strategic Support Build strong relationships with Service Managers, acting as a critical friend by offering challenge, advice, and strategic financial insight. Provide high-quality financial advice to Members, Directors, senior managers, and Finance colleagues. Budget Setting & MTFS Coordinate detailed revenue and capital budget preparation for the Directorate. Support budget managers in setting realistic budgets and understanding financial trends. Advise the Finance Business Partner on issues impacting the MTFS, especially in Adults Social Care. Monitoring & Reporting Produce accurate monthly revenue and capital monitoring reports, ensuring variances, risks, and pressures are clearly identified and managed. Present monitoring reports to Directorate Management Teams and meet monthly with the Finance Business Partner(s) to review positions. Statutory Returns, Grants & Compliance Complete statutory financial and statistical returns on time. Maintain accurate grant records and ensure timely submission of claims. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, statutory guidance, and financial regulations. Year-End & Closedown Plan and coordinate year-end closedown tasks for the Directorate. Produce high-quality working papers and support the Statement of Accounts process. Review and quality-assure work from junior staff. Leadership & Continuous Improvement Manage and support the finance function within Adults service area, ensuring consistent service delivery. Contribute to finance improvement and transformation projects. Maintain up-to-date professional knowledge, particularly in Adult Social Care funding and legislation. 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