Group Finance Director £120,000 - £160,000 + Equity Lancashire PE-Backed, Acquisitive & Exit-Focused Axon Moore is partnering with a high-quality, rapidly growing Lancashire-based business to appoint a Group Finance Director. This is a pivotal board-level hire for a successful, acquisitive organisation backed by Private Equity. The business has scaled impressively through both organic growth and M&A and is now gearing up for a future exit. With a strong and ambitious senior leadership team already in place, they require a commercially astute, investor-ready Group Finance Director to lead the next phase and ultimately deliver a successful transaction. Reporting to shareholders, you will take full responsibility for the group finance function, lead a sizeable team, and act as the financial and strategic lead throughout the exit journey.Essential Candidate Criteria: Proven experience working within a Private Equity-backed environment Demonstrable background in an acquisitive, multi-entity business Prior involvement in a successful exit process, ideally having led the transaction as FD Strong shareholder presence with the ability to operate confidently in front of investors and advisors Track record of leading and developing high-calibre management teams - able to manage and inspire ambitious "talent" Commercially sharp, strategically minded, but hands-on when required The Opportunity: £120,000 - £160,000 base salary Meaningful equity package aligned to exit High-growth, high-quality business with clear strategic direction Genuine opportunity to lead a value creation journey and deliver a transaction This is a rare opportunity to join a best-in-class Lancashire business at a defining moment in its growth story. The successful candidate will not only lead finance but will play a central role in delivering shareholder value and shaping the next chapter of the organisation. For a confidential discussion, please contact Dan Calland at Axon Moore or submit an application.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Group Finance Director £120,000 - £160,000 + Equity Lancashire PE-Backed, Acquisitive & Exit-Focused Axon Moore is partnering with a high-quality, rapidly growing Lancashire-based business to appoint a Group Finance Director. This is a pivotal board-level hire for a successful, acquisitive organisation backed by Private Equity. The business has scaled impressively through both organic growth and M&A and is now gearing up for a future exit. With a strong and ambitious senior leadership team already in place, they require a commercially astute, investor-ready Group Finance Director to lead the next phase and ultimately deliver a successful transaction. Reporting to shareholders, you will take full responsibility for the group finance function, lead a sizeable team, and act as the financial and strategic lead throughout the exit journey.Essential Candidate Criteria: Proven experience working within a Private Equity-backed environment Demonstrable background in an acquisitive, multi-entity business Prior involvement in a successful exit process, ideally having led the transaction as FD Strong shareholder presence with the ability to operate confidently in front of investors and advisors Track record of leading and developing high-calibre management teams - able to manage and inspire ambitious "talent" Commercially sharp, strategically minded, but hands-on when required The Opportunity: £120,000 - £160,000 base salary Meaningful equity package aligned to exit High-growth, high-quality business with clear strategic direction Genuine opportunity to lead a value creation journey and deliver a transaction This is a rare opportunity to join a best-in-class Lancashire business at a defining moment in its growth story. The successful candidate will not only lead finance but will play a central role in delivering shareholder value and shaping the next chapter of the organisation. For a confidential discussion, please contact Dan Calland at Axon Moore or submit an application.
Our client is an expert in their sector, dedicated to helping organisations succeed through technology. Working with clients both in the UK and Internationally, they drive growth, efficiency, and reliability through their expertise and solutions. They are a small office-based team who take pride in their transparent, approachable service, building lasting partnerships with their clients based on trust. This is an exciting time to join a supportive, fast-paced SME where you can have a real impact. The Role: We are working exclusively for our client to recruit a proactive and detail-driven Business Support Executive. This is a rare opportunity to become a central part of a growing business, working closely with leadership and getting exposure to all areas of the organisation. This role is perfect for someone early in their career who thrives on variety, is eager to learn, and wants to build a career in operations, business support, or business development. You will be relied upon to keep things running smoothly, connecting the dots between departments, people, and processes. Responsibilities: While the role is varied, the core focus is on providing essential administrative and operational support. Your day-to-day will involve: Procurement & Order Management: This is a key part of the role. You will be responsible for the full cycle of ordering client equipment. This includes: Raising quotes and ensuring they are accurate, date-specific, and reflect the correct margins. Liaising with suppliers to check stock levels, negotiate prices, and confirm delivery timelines. Processing orders and diligently tracking their status from placement to delivery. Keeping accurate records of prices, quantities, and quotes to ensure everything is correct for the client and the business. Systems & Data Entry: You will be the go-to person for maintaining accurate information across key platforms. This includes data entry for finance tasks (eg Xero, Dext), such as invoice processing and reconciliation, following established processes. Client & Supplier Communications: You will be a friendly and professional point of contact for triaging external enquiries via email and phone. You'll also manage general communications around service delivery, ensuring smooth handovers between teams. General Business & Admin Support: Assisting the Managing Director and Marketing Manager with scheduling, task follow-ups, and general coordination. Coordinating office activities, post, couriers, and stationery. Supporting the Marketing Manager with preparing mailing lists, coordinating with suppliers, and light research for direct mail campaigns. Aspirational Growth: As you settle into the role, there is scope to get involved in business development activities, supporting client and prospect engagement, proposal administration, and CRM tasks. The Person: You will be bright, tech-savvy, and commercially aware. You will be comfortable interacting with clients in a professional, commercial way. Experience: You will have 1-2 years of experience in an office-based administrative, operational, or support role. Your background could be in any sector (e.g. construction, retail, professional services), but you must be adaptable and ready to learn. Communication: You have excellent written and verbal communication skills and can engage with people at all levels to find out the information you need. Organisation: You are naturally organised with a strong attention to detail. You're comfortable juggling multiple tasks with shifting priorities. Tech Savvy: You are confident with Microsoft 365 (especially Excel, Outlook, and Word). Experience with Xero or Dext is a bonus, but a willingness to learn new systems is essential. Apply Now! If the above sounds of interest and you want to learn more, please apply asap and we can talk through the detail to see if this is the right next step for your career.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Our client is an expert in their sector, dedicated to helping organisations succeed through technology. Working with clients both in the UK and Internationally, they drive growth, efficiency, and reliability through their expertise and solutions. They are a small office-based team who take pride in their transparent, approachable service, building lasting partnerships with their clients based on trust. This is an exciting time to join a supportive, fast-paced SME where you can have a real impact. The Role: We are working exclusively for our client to recruit a proactive and detail-driven Business Support Executive. This is a rare opportunity to become a central part of a growing business, working closely with leadership and getting exposure to all areas of the organisation. This role is perfect for someone early in their career who thrives on variety, is eager to learn, and wants to build a career in operations, business support, or business development. You will be relied upon to keep things running smoothly, connecting the dots between departments, people, and processes. Responsibilities: While the role is varied, the core focus is on providing essential administrative and operational support. Your day-to-day will involve: Procurement & Order Management: This is a key part of the role. You will be responsible for the full cycle of ordering client equipment. This includes: Raising quotes and ensuring they are accurate, date-specific, and reflect the correct margins. Liaising with suppliers to check stock levels, negotiate prices, and confirm delivery timelines. Processing orders and diligently tracking their status from placement to delivery. Keeping accurate records of prices, quantities, and quotes to ensure everything is correct for the client and the business. Systems & Data Entry: You will be the go-to person for maintaining accurate information across key platforms. This includes data entry for finance tasks (eg Xero, Dext), such as invoice processing and reconciliation, following established processes. Client & Supplier Communications: You will be a friendly and professional point of contact for triaging external enquiries via email and phone. You'll also manage general communications around service delivery, ensuring smooth handovers between teams. General Business & Admin Support: Assisting the Managing Director and Marketing Manager with scheduling, task follow-ups, and general coordination. Coordinating office activities, post, couriers, and stationery. Supporting the Marketing Manager with preparing mailing lists, coordinating with suppliers, and light research for direct mail campaigns. Aspirational Growth: As you settle into the role, there is scope to get involved in business development activities, supporting client and prospect engagement, proposal administration, and CRM tasks. The Person: You will be bright, tech-savvy, and commercially aware. You will be comfortable interacting with clients in a professional, commercial way. Experience: You will have 1-2 years of experience in an office-based administrative, operational, or support role. Your background could be in any sector (e.g. construction, retail, professional services), but you must be adaptable and ready to learn. Communication: You have excellent written and verbal communication skills and can engage with people at all levels to find out the information you need. Organisation: You are naturally organised with a strong attention to detail. You're comfortable juggling multiple tasks with shifting priorities. Tech Savvy: You are confident with Microsoft 365 (especially Excel, Outlook, and Word). Experience with Xero or Dext is a bonus, but a willingness to learn new systems is essential. Apply Now! If the above sounds of interest and you want to learn more, please apply asap and we can talk through the detail to see if this is the right next step for your career.
A fast-growing and forward-thinking accountancy practice based in Sittingbourne is searching for an Audit Semi Senior or Senior to join their firm, as a key addition with increasing responsibility and career development on offer, as part of this successful team.Our client is a highly regarded accountancy practice that has developed a strong reputation servicing a wide-ranging client base of education academies, charities, sole traders, partnerships and limited company, OMB and SME clients, very varied in sectors and turnovers up to £100m. The Directors within this successful team are looking for an experienced Audit Senior to complement their audit offering to their clients. You will be exposed to a range of corporate and not-for-profit clients. Responsible for delivering audits and accounts, office and client premises-based Supervise on on-site audit team Responsible for group audits and accounts preparation including consolidations and cash flow statements. Preparation of financial forecast models, business plans, reporting on internal controls, financial due diligence and other ad hoc projects will also be required from time to time. Supervising semi seniors & support staff; liaising with internal/external Managers and Partners Requirements The successfully appointed individual will be a qualified or qualified by experience (ACCA/ACA) practice accountant and possess a wide range of audit and accounts experience with particular emphasis on audit expertise and preparation of statutory financial statements. Benefits £45,000 - £55,000 dependent on experience and background, negotiable. A highly competitive benefits package is also on offer. Parking Please apply for the vacancy or contact Tristan Finch for a confidential conversation.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
A fast-growing and forward-thinking accountancy practice based in Sittingbourne is searching for an Audit Semi Senior or Senior to join their firm, as a key addition with increasing responsibility and career development on offer, as part of this successful team.Our client is a highly regarded accountancy practice that has developed a strong reputation servicing a wide-ranging client base of education academies, charities, sole traders, partnerships and limited company, OMB and SME clients, very varied in sectors and turnovers up to £100m. The Directors within this successful team are looking for an experienced Audit Senior to complement their audit offering to their clients. You will be exposed to a range of corporate and not-for-profit clients. Responsible for delivering audits and accounts, office and client premises-based Supervise on on-site audit team Responsible for group audits and accounts preparation including consolidations and cash flow statements. Preparation of financial forecast models, business plans, reporting on internal controls, financial due diligence and other ad hoc projects will also be required from time to time. Supervising semi seniors & support staff; liaising with internal/external Managers and Partners Requirements The successfully appointed individual will be a qualified or qualified by experience (ACCA/ACA) practice accountant and possess a wide range of audit and accounts experience with particular emphasis on audit expertise and preparation of statutory financial statements. Benefits £45,000 - £55,000 dependent on experience and background, negotiable. A highly competitive benefits package is also on offer. Parking Please apply for the vacancy or contact Tristan Finch for a confidential conversation.
Director of Demand Generation & Growth Location: London/Hybrid (2-3 days in office) Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 base + 20% bonus tied to pipeline metrics Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent What We Can Offer You: 25 Days Annual Leave (Pro-Rata for Part-time and Fixed-Term Roles), Additional Holiday Purchase, Hybrid Working, Performance-Related Bonus, Life Assurance, Vitality Private Healthcare, Subsidised Gym Memberships, Cycle to Work Scheme, Discount Vouchers and Access to Wellbeing Resources Why Do We Want You You think like a commercial director about all growth levers while executing like a world-class demand leader. You see the gap between marketing activity and closed deals, and build the conversion infrastructure to close it. This isn't just demand generation - you're the architect of our revenue engine. If you have a solid background in demand gen and growth marketing with demonstrable experience of growing a marketing-sourced pipeline, we'd love to hear from you! Please note: To complete your application, you will be redirected to Wilmington plc s career site. At Wilmington plc, we celebrate individuality and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we shortlist all applicants who meet the essential role criteria and guarantee an interview for candidates with disabilities who meet these criteria. For reasonable adjustments or to apply under our interview guarantee scheme, please use the contact details provided once you have clicked apply ! You will truly own the numbers. You'll drive marketing-sourced pipeline from current state to 40%+ contribution, as well as build the demand conversion engine that turns marketing activity into qualified sales opportunities. If pipeline doesn't hit target, you'll own both the problem and the solution. You'll be responsible for: Pipeline & Revenue Ownership • Own marketing-sourced pipeline targets across all BUs: set, track, report, and be accountable. • Maintain pipeline health reporting: velocity, stage conversion, coverage, and win rates. • Shift team focus from tasks to pipeline and revenue conversations. • Connect marketing activity to closed revenue using attribution models. • Report monthly to the CMO and quarterly to the board, translating data into clear narratives. Paid Media Strategy & Vendor Management • Lead strategic relationships with paid media agencies, negotiating rates, SLAs, and performance targets. • Set and optimise paid media strategy across PPC, paid social, programmatic, and Performance Max. • Manage and improve paid media budget performance while scaling proven channels. • Track and act on campaign-level ROAS, CPL, and CPA using live dashboards. SaaS, Hub & Subscription Growth • Lead demand gen for SaaS and subscription models: freemium-to-paid, land-and-expand, usage-based engagement. • Drive growth for Bond Solon hub (membership-led) and Astutis Connect subscription models. • Design and execute acquisition, activation, and expansion playbooks for recurring revenue. • Collaborate on ABM programmes and enterprise campaign playbooks. Marketing Technology & Operations Strategy • Own the strategic roadmap for marketing tech stack evolution (Umbraco, Salesforce, Marketo). • Partner with Tech to leverage new capabilities and implement automation (AI SDRs, intent-based prospecting, nurture sequencing). • Ensure lead scoring, smart lists, and campaign automation are effective and improving. Team Leadership & Development • Line manage Head of Demand Generation and team. • Build commercial acumen and a testing culture across the team. • Present confidently to senior stakeholders and board; act as senior demand gen voice alongside CMO. What s the Best Thing About This Role You ll have full ownership of one of the company s most critical growth levers. This role gives you the autonomy to design and optimise the revenue engine, directly impact marketing-sourced pipeline, and see your decisions translate into measurable commercial results. You ll work across multiple business units, shaping strategy and execution at scale. What s the Most Challenging Thing About This Role You are fully accountable for hitting pipeline targets in a complex, multi-BU environment. Success depends on aligning diverse teams, driving operational rigor, and balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution. The role demands influence, resilience, and a relentless focus on measurable growth outcomes. To be successful in this role, you must have/ be: Essentials • Proven track record building and scaling marketing-sourced pipeline in a multi-brand or multi-BU B2B environment with clear, attributable revenue numbers • Deep expertise in paid media strategy (PPC, paid social, Performance Max) including direct agency/vendor management with commercial negotiation on rates, SLAs, and performance • Hands-on experience with SaaS, subscription, or membership-based growth models specifically funnel mechanics for freemium-to-paid, land-and-expand, and recurring revenue • Strong commercial acumen: can read a P&L, set pipeline targets that connect to revenue goals, and have a credible conversation with a CFO or commercial director • Confident and compelling presenter at board and senior leadership level - can translate complex pipeline data into clear narratives that drive decisions • Experience owning and evolving a marketing tech stack (CRM, marketing automation, analytics platforms) at a strategic level • Demonstrable experience with ABM strategy and execution in enterprise B2B contexts • Track record of building and leading high-performing demand gen teams - shifting culture from activity-based to outcome-based Desirables • Experience in professional services, compliance, training, or information services sectors • Familiarity with Salesforce, Marketo, and Umbraco specifically • Experience implementing AI-powered demand gen tools: AI SDRs, intent-based prospecting platforms, automated outbound sequencing, conversational marketing • Knowledge of Google AI Overview impact on organic traffic and strategies to adapt (relevant to Axco challenge) • Experience with eCommerce optimisation and abandoned basket recovery campaigns We know it s not a skill, but the successful candidate must have permission to work in the role s location by the start of their employment. About us Wilmington plc is a dynamic and expanding group of companies with a common aim turning knowledge into advantage. We provide information and training to professional business markets within the Risk & Compliance, Finance, Legal and Insight sectors. Our businesses enable professionals and their organisations to perform better by providing quality, relevant and reliable information, education and knowledge. We share ideas and successes across the group, harness shared resources and focus on our customers needs. Join us and do Work That Means Something At Wilmington plc, we help global customers to do the right business in the right way - providing trusted data, insights, and education to navigate the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) landscape. When you join us, you ll not only make a real difference for our customers, you ll also enjoy flexibility through hybrid working and benefit from a wide range of learning, career, and development opportunities. Whether you're just starting out, returning to work after a break, or looking to take your next step, you ll be doing work with meaning. Join us and make a real difference. Click on APPLY today!
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Director of Demand Generation & Growth Location: London/Hybrid (2-3 days in office) Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 base + 20% bonus tied to pipeline metrics Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent What We Can Offer You: 25 Days Annual Leave (Pro-Rata for Part-time and Fixed-Term Roles), Additional Holiday Purchase, Hybrid Working, Performance-Related Bonus, Life Assurance, Vitality Private Healthcare, Subsidised Gym Memberships, Cycle to Work Scheme, Discount Vouchers and Access to Wellbeing Resources Why Do We Want You You think like a commercial director about all growth levers while executing like a world-class demand leader. You see the gap between marketing activity and closed deals, and build the conversion infrastructure to close it. This isn't just demand generation - you're the architect of our revenue engine. If you have a solid background in demand gen and growth marketing with demonstrable experience of growing a marketing-sourced pipeline, we'd love to hear from you! Please note: To complete your application, you will be redirected to Wilmington plc s career site. At Wilmington plc, we celebrate individuality and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we shortlist all applicants who meet the essential role criteria and guarantee an interview for candidates with disabilities who meet these criteria. For reasonable adjustments or to apply under our interview guarantee scheme, please use the contact details provided once you have clicked apply ! You will truly own the numbers. You'll drive marketing-sourced pipeline from current state to 40%+ contribution, as well as build the demand conversion engine that turns marketing activity into qualified sales opportunities. If pipeline doesn't hit target, you'll own both the problem and the solution. You'll be responsible for: Pipeline & Revenue Ownership • Own marketing-sourced pipeline targets across all BUs: set, track, report, and be accountable. • Maintain pipeline health reporting: velocity, stage conversion, coverage, and win rates. • Shift team focus from tasks to pipeline and revenue conversations. • Connect marketing activity to closed revenue using attribution models. • Report monthly to the CMO and quarterly to the board, translating data into clear narratives. Paid Media Strategy & Vendor Management • Lead strategic relationships with paid media agencies, negotiating rates, SLAs, and performance targets. • Set and optimise paid media strategy across PPC, paid social, programmatic, and Performance Max. • Manage and improve paid media budget performance while scaling proven channels. • Track and act on campaign-level ROAS, CPL, and CPA using live dashboards. SaaS, Hub & Subscription Growth • Lead demand gen for SaaS and subscription models: freemium-to-paid, land-and-expand, usage-based engagement. • Drive growth for Bond Solon hub (membership-led) and Astutis Connect subscription models. • Design and execute acquisition, activation, and expansion playbooks for recurring revenue. • Collaborate on ABM programmes and enterprise campaign playbooks. Marketing Technology & Operations Strategy • Own the strategic roadmap for marketing tech stack evolution (Umbraco, Salesforce, Marketo). • Partner with Tech to leverage new capabilities and implement automation (AI SDRs, intent-based prospecting, nurture sequencing). • Ensure lead scoring, smart lists, and campaign automation are effective and improving. Team Leadership & Development • Line manage Head of Demand Generation and team. • Build commercial acumen and a testing culture across the team. • Present confidently to senior stakeholders and board; act as senior demand gen voice alongside CMO. What s the Best Thing About This Role You ll have full ownership of one of the company s most critical growth levers. This role gives you the autonomy to design and optimise the revenue engine, directly impact marketing-sourced pipeline, and see your decisions translate into measurable commercial results. You ll work across multiple business units, shaping strategy and execution at scale. What s the Most Challenging Thing About This Role You are fully accountable for hitting pipeline targets in a complex, multi-BU environment. Success depends on aligning diverse teams, driving operational rigor, and balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution. The role demands influence, resilience, and a relentless focus on measurable growth outcomes. To be successful in this role, you must have/ be: Essentials • Proven track record building and scaling marketing-sourced pipeline in a multi-brand or multi-BU B2B environment with clear, attributable revenue numbers • Deep expertise in paid media strategy (PPC, paid social, Performance Max) including direct agency/vendor management with commercial negotiation on rates, SLAs, and performance • Hands-on experience with SaaS, subscription, or membership-based growth models specifically funnel mechanics for freemium-to-paid, land-and-expand, and recurring revenue • Strong commercial acumen: can read a P&L, set pipeline targets that connect to revenue goals, and have a credible conversation with a CFO or commercial director • Confident and compelling presenter at board and senior leadership level - can translate complex pipeline data into clear narratives that drive decisions • Experience owning and evolving a marketing tech stack (CRM, marketing automation, analytics platforms) at a strategic level • Demonstrable experience with ABM strategy and execution in enterprise B2B contexts • Track record of building and leading high-performing demand gen teams - shifting culture from activity-based to outcome-based Desirables • Experience in professional services, compliance, training, or information services sectors • Familiarity with Salesforce, Marketo, and Umbraco specifically • Experience implementing AI-powered demand gen tools: AI SDRs, intent-based prospecting platforms, automated outbound sequencing, conversational marketing • Knowledge of Google AI Overview impact on organic traffic and strategies to adapt (relevant to Axco challenge) • Experience with eCommerce optimisation and abandoned basket recovery campaigns We know it s not a skill, but the successful candidate must have permission to work in the role s location by the start of their employment. About us Wilmington plc is a dynamic and expanding group of companies with a common aim turning knowledge into advantage. We provide information and training to professional business markets within the Risk & Compliance, Finance, Legal and Insight sectors. Our businesses enable professionals and their organisations to perform better by providing quality, relevant and reliable information, education and knowledge. We share ideas and successes across the group, harness shared resources and focus on our customers needs. Join us and do Work That Means Something At Wilmington plc, we help global customers to do the right business in the right way - providing trusted data, insights, and education to navigate the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) landscape. When you join us, you ll not only make a real difference for our customers, you ll also enjoy flexibility through hybrid working and benefit from a wide range of learning, career, and development opportunities. Whether you're just starting out, returning to work after a break, or looking to take your next step, you ll be doing work with meaning. Join us and make a real difference. Click on APPLY today!
Sewell Wallis are pleased to be working with a well-established accountancy practice on the outskirts of Sheffield, South Yorkshire (near to Derbyshire), who are looking to recruit a Bookkeeper on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, close-knit team within a smaller practice and work with a variety of clients. They are ideally looking for someone with previous experience of working in an accountancy practice, who has a strong background within accounts payable and receivable, banking and ideally VAT/payroll. You must also be confident liaising with clients on a regular basis. Part time applicants may also be considered. What will you be doing? Day to day bookkeeping tasks including processing purchase ledger and sales ledger transactions accurately and efficiently. Posting invoices, payments and receipts onto Xero, Sage & FreeAgent. Managing banking tasks, including daily postings and bank reconciliations. Liaising directly with clients to resolve finance and account queries. Assisting with the preparation and submission of VAT returns. Providing support with payroll when required. Assisting with the preparation of management accounts. Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting ledger reconciliations. Any additional ad hoc duties to support the team. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role, ideally within an accountancy practice, but this is not essential. Experience using Xero, Sage or FreeAgent is desirable. Good working knowledge of purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations. Experience assisting with VAT returns would be advantageous. Strong attention to detail and organisational skills. Confident communication skills, particularly when liaising with clients. Proactive, reliable and able to manage workload effectively. What's on offer? 12-month fixed-term contract with potential for extension depending on business needs. Flexible hours. Opportunity to gain valuable experience within an accountancy practice, with training on any knowledge gaps offered. A supportive and collaborative working environment. Apply below now to avoid missing out or get in touch with Eleanor Kirk for more details. 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.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis are pleased to be working with a well-established accountancy practice on the outskirts of Sheffield, South Yorkshire (near to Derbyshire), who are looking to recruit a Bookkeeper on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, close-knit team within a smaller practice and work with a variety of clients. They are ideally looking for someone with previous experience of working in an accountancy practice, who has a strong background within accounts payable and receivable, banking and ideally VAT/payroll. You must also be confident liaising with clients on a regular basis. Part time applicants may also be considered. What will you be doing? Day to day bookkeeping tasks including processing purchase ledger and sales ledger transactions accurately and efficiently. Posting invoices, payments and receipts onto Xero, Sage & FreeAgent. Managing banking tasks, including daily postings and bank reconciliations. Liaising directly with clients to resolve finance and account queries. Assisting with the preparation and submission of VAT returns. Providing support with payroll when required. Assisting with the preparation of management accounts. Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting ledger reconciliations. Any additional ad hoc duties to support the team. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role, ideally within an accountancy practice, but this is not essential. Experience using Xero, Sage or FreeAgent is desirable. Good working knowledge of purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations. Experience assisting with VAT returns would be advantageous. Strong attention to detail and organisational skills. Confident communication skills, particularly when liaising with clients. Proactive, reliable and able to manage workload effectively. What's on offer? 12-month fixed-term contract with potential for extension depending on business needs. Flexible hours. Opportunity to gain valuable experience within an accountancy practice, with training on any knowledge gaps offered. A supportive and collaborative working environment. Apply below now to avoid missing out or get in touch with Eleanor Kirk for more details. 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.
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced finance professional to join a leading financial organisation in London as Assistant Vice President, Financial Reporting and Control within the Treasury function. This pivotal role offers you the chance to play a key part in managing operational cash balances, supporting treasury planning, and ensuring robust financial controls are maintained across the business. What you'll do: Oversee the management of operational cash balances by monitoring inflows and outflows to ensure optimal liquidity levels are maintained at all times. Prepare comprehensive daily and monthly treasury reports, including cash and cash equivalents statements as well as month-end summaries for senior leadership and risk teams. Undertake foreign exchange hedging activities by placing FX forward contracts as part of the group's ongoing hedging programme to mitigate currency risk exposure. Support the Treasury Manager on day-to-day matters by maintaining clear two-way communication channels that help deliver finance department objectives efficiently. Maintain strong relationships with external banking partners and other treasury-related counterparties to facilitate smooth transaction processing and account management. Facilitate regular meetings with key stakeholders such as the CFO, Head of Finance, Treasury Manager, Executive Director of Finance, and Risk teams to review investment portfolios and discuss treasury performance. Assist in annual reviews of treasury policies and capital management guidelines by providing input on necessary updates based on evolving business needs or regulatory requirements. Manage intercompany settlements by ensuring timely transfer of funds between entities and accurate posting of general ledger journals related to these transactions. Handle interest receivable processes through placement of deposits and corresponding general ledger bookings to maximise returns on surplus funds. Provide support for legal entity functions when required by offering treasury expertise during audits or special projects. What you bring: A bachelor's degree in finance or a related discipline combined with at least five years' experience in a similar financial reporting or treasury role within a corporate environment is essential for success in this position. Demonstrated understanding of cash management principles and liquidity planning would be advantageous for effectively overseeing operational balances. Experience working within a three lines of defence (3LoD) control framework or familiarity with cashflow forecasting techniques would be beneficial but not mandatory. Advanced proficiency in financial systems such as Oracle, Excel, PowerBI or similar platforms is required for efficient data analysis and reporting tasks. Apply today by clicking on the link provided. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced finance professional to join a leading financial organisation in London as Assistant Vice President, Financial Reporting and Control within the Treasury function. This pivotal role offers you the chance to play a key part in managing operational cash balances, supporting treasury planning, and ensuring robust financial controls are maintained across the business. What you'll do: Oversee the management of operational cash balances by monitoring inflows and outflows to ensure optimal liquidity levels are maintained at all times. Prepare comprehensive daily and monthly treasury reports, including cash and cash equivalents statements as well as month-end summaries for senior leadership and risk teams. Undertake foreign exchange hedging activities by placing FX forward contracts as part of the group's ongoing hedging programme to mitigate currency risk exposure. Support the Treasury Manager on day-to-day matters by maintaining clear two-way communication channels that help deliver finance department objectives efficiently. Maintain strong relationships with external banking partners and other treasury-related counterparties to facilitate smooth transaction processing and account management. Facilitate regular meetings with key stakeholders such as the CFO, Head of Finance, Treasury Manager, Executive Director of Finance, and Risk teams to review investment portfolios and discuss treasury performance. Assist in annual reviews of treasury policies and capital management guidelines by providing input on necessary updates based on evolving business needs or regulatory requirements. Manage intercompany settlements by ensuring timely transfer of funds between entities and accurate posting of general ledger journals related to these transactions. Handle interest receivable processes through placement of deposits and corresponding general ledger bookings to maximise returns on surplus funds. Provide support for legal entity functions when required by offering treasury expertise during audits or special projects. What you bring: A bachelor's degree in finance or a related discipline combined with at least five years' experience in a similar financial reporting or treasury role within a corporate environment is essential for success in this position. Demonstrated understanding of cash management principles and liquidity planning would be advantageous for effectively overseeing operational balances. Experience working within a three lines of defence (3LoD) control framework or familiarity with cashflow forecasting techniques would be beneficial but not mandatory. Advanced proficiency in financial systems such as Oracle, Excel, PowerBI or similar platforms is required for efficient data analysis and reporting tasks. Apply today by clicking on the link provided. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Atkinson Moss Leadership have been engaged to support a growth seed business with a new appointment of a Fractional Finance Lead. This position would suit someone already working within the fractional space. Salary range: £ to £125,000 FTE (approx £500 PAYE / £675 PSC) Requirement: 1 day per week (preference onsite but open to hybrid) Responsibilities Provide the leadership team with ongoing analysis of the business financial position. Creation of processes and financial management as expected within an early-stage growth businesses. Play a key role in strategic decision making. Essential Experience ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified Strong level of communication both written and verbal Excellent Leadership and interpersonal skills A willingness to roll up their sleeves and get hands on within an SME Previous experience as a CFO or FD within an SME In the first instance click apply for your application to come through to Will Moss Leadership recruitment.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Atkinson Moss Leadership have been engaged to support a growth seed business with a new appointment of a Fractional Finance Lead. This position would suit someone already working within the fractional space. Salary range: £ to £125,000 FTE (approx £500 PAYE / £675 PSC) Requirement: 1 day per week (preference onsite but open to hybrid) Responsibilities Provide the leadership team with ongoing analysis of the business financial position. Creation of processes and financial management as expected within an early-stage growth businesses. Play a key role in strategic decision making. Essential Experience ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified Strong level of communication both written and verbal Excellent Leadership and interpersonal skills A willingness to roll up their sleeves and get hands on within an SME Previous experience as a CFO or FD within an SME In the first instance click apply for your application to come through to Will Moss Leadership recruitment.
ACR Recruitment & Training Limited
Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire
Contract: Permanent Hours: 40 per week Salary: From £35,000 (negotiable based on experience) Why Join Us What You Can Expect At ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd, we are proud to work with a warm, home-from-home environment that supports children aged 0 5 with care, creativity, and kindness. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and passionate leader to step into a Nursery Manager role where your ideas, expertise, and commitment to quality will truly make an impact. You ll be joining a supportive, dedicated team and a setting that values nurturing relationships, strong teamwork, and high standards of practice. With ACR, you ll receive friendly guidance throughout the recruitment process, ensuring you feel supported from application through to placement. Key Responsibilities Lead and inspire a team of Early Years Practitioners. Oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements. Implement and maintain a high-quality, play-based EYFS curriculum. Build strong, positive relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals. Coordinate key areas such as safeguarding and SENCO responsibilities. Work alongside the Directors to support health & safety, recruitment, staff development, finance, and administration. What We re Looking For Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification or above (essential). Experience: Minimum 2 years recent experience in a nursery or preschool, ideally in a senior or leadership role. Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted standards. Proven ability to deliver high-quality learning opportunities. Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills. A creative, enthusiastic, and supportive leader who can inspire a team. Ready to Apply? If you re an experienced Early Years Leader ready to take the next step in your career, we d love to hear from you. Apply today and join ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd, where your leadership can truly make a difference.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Contract: Permanent Hours: 40 per week Salary: From £35,000 (negotiable based on experience) Why Join Us What You Can Expect At ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd, we are proud to work with a warm, home-from-home environment that supports children aged 0 5 with care, creativity, and kindness. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and passionate leader to step into a Nursery Manager role where your ideas, expertise, and commitment to quality will truly make an impact. You ll be joining a supportive, dedicated team and a setting that values nurturing relationships, strong teamwork, and high standards of practice. With ACR, you ll receive friendly guidance throughout the recruitment process, ensuring you feel supported from application through to placement. Key Responsibilities Lead and inspire a team of Early Years Practitioners. Oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements. Implement and maintain a high-quality, play-based EYFS curriculum. Build strong, positive relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals. Coordinate key areas such as safeguarding and SENCO responsibilities. Work alongside the Directors to support health & safety, recruitment, staff development, finance, and administration. What We re Looking For Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification or above (essential). Experience: Minimum 2 years recent experience in a nursery or preschool, ideally in a senior or leadership role. Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted standards. Proven ability to deliver high-quality learning opportunities. Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills. A creative, enthusiastic, and supportive leader who can inspire a team. Ready to Apply? If you re an experienced Early Years Leader ready to take the next step in your career, we d love to hear from you. Apply today and join ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd, where your leadership can truly make a difference.
Your new company A London based high-end property investment and management business. The company have a large portfolio of live projects in the UK and are now looking to scale up their in house functions to cope with commercial demand of the business. Your new role As a newly created important role, reporting in to the Finance Director, this role will also have exposure to the Ops Director and will give great, broad exposure for candidates looking to develop hands-on experience.Duties: Management or reporting for a portfolio of projects Ownership of management reporting process Creation and delivery of budgets and forecasts Production of year-end accounts Working closely with the commercial team, business partnering on cash flow and project delivery What you'll need to succeed You will need to be qualified with understanding/exposure to the construction / property development sector either having worked in it or with clients within it. You will need the motivation to take control of a function in the long term and grow a team. The company offer a hybrid model. What you'll get in return The successful candidate will get the opportunity to properly take ownership of something alongside company growth, aligning your personal motivations to company success. The role will be a great mix of tasks and involvement, so should make a dynamic place to work and grow. 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. 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
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Your new company A London based high-end property investment and management business. The company have a large portfolio of live projects in the UK and are now looking to scale up their in house functions to cope with commercial demand of the business. Your new role As a newly created important role, reporting in to the Finance Director, this role will also have exposure to the Ops Director and will give great, broad exposure for candidates looking to develop hands-on experience.Duties: Management or reporting for a portfolio of projects Ownership of management reporting process Creation and delivery of budgets and forecasts Production of year-end accounts Working closely with the commercial team, business partnering on cash flow and project delivery What you'll need to succeed You will need to be qualified with understanding/exposure to the construction / property development sector either having worked in it or with clients within it. You will need the motivation to take control of a function in the long term and grow a team. The company offer a hybrid model. What you'll get in return The successful candidate will get the opportunity to properly take ownership of something alongside company growth, aligning your personal motivations to company success. The role will be a great mix of tasks and involvement, so should make a dynamic place to work and grow. 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. 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 Loyalty Strategy and Proposition - Strategy Consultant Head of Loyalty Strategy and Proposition - Strategy Consultant The location of the role is Paddington, London (hybrid working) . The duration of the contract is 12 months (starting 1st June 2026) . The pay rate on offer is 1000 - 1250 per day (via Umbrella agency) - open to discussion. Role Summary The Head of Loyalty Strategy & Proposition is responsible for defining, evolving, and leading the strategic direction of the loyalty programme. This role owns the multi-year roadmap, customer value proposition and strategic decision frameworks that ensure our programme remains market leading, differentiated, and commercially effective. They lead the development of the core loyalty proposition across rewards, personalisation, digital experience, clubs, partnerships, and omnichannel journeys - grounded in deep customer insight, competitive benchmarking, behavioural data, and commercial rigour. The role shapes and governs prioritisation across Loyalty, ensuring clarity on what we build, why it matters, and how it delivers for customers, for the brand, and for the business. It also leads strategic partnership development. Finally, as we expand our global footprint, it will increasingly work closely with International teams to shape the global roadmap and ensure scalability beyond the UK. A passion for the brand, its products, and doing what is right for customers is vital - ensuring the proposition reflects the heart of the business and creates value customers truly feel. Key accountabilities and measures Set & Own the Loyalty Strategy and Multi Year Roadmap Define the strategic direction across customer, commercial, and brand objectives. Own the loyalty roadmap, working closely with Product - shaping what we build, sequencing priorities, and ensuring all investment decisions are customer led and commercially grounded. Establish the frameworks, criteria, and governance that underpin prioritisation. Lead the Loyalty Proposition & Customer Experience Design Own the end to end loyalty proposition across rewards, personalisation, experiences (including clubs), partnerships, and omnichannel journeys. Develop new propositions from initial customer insight / challenge through to launch, working closely with business and D&T teams to ensure smooth delivery and long-term success of new propositions. Ensure the proposition reflects brand values - trusted quality, product passion, value. Translate customer insights, behavioural data, and market intelligence into compelling, differentiated propositions. Lead Partner Strategy & Ecosystem Expansion Define the partner strategy - identifying, evaluating, and shaping partnerships that enhance loyalty value and emotional connection. Work cross functionally to secure commercial, operational and tech feasibility for partner propositions (e.g. earn/burn, experiential benefits, brand partnerships). Manage partnerships from contract through to execution and ongoing relationship management. Establish a viable loyalty partnerships operating model and scale in line with results over time. Lead Insights, Customer Understanding & Competitor Intelligence Integrate insights including qualitative and quantitative research, market benchmarking, and global loyalty best practice. Translate insights into clear strategic opportunities and recommendations. Monitor competitive developments and loyalty innovation to keep us ahead of market. Collaborate with International Markets Partner with International to define and evolve the global strategy. Shape the international loyalty proposition and ensure alignment with the UK roadmap while allowing for appropriate flexibility. Guide Commercial & Financial Impact Assessment Partner with Finance to develop business cases, model commercial outcomes, and assess customer value. Ensure all propositions are commercially viable, brand enhancing, and customer positive. Shape Digital Product Direction & Personalisation Strategy Work closely with Product, Engineering and Data Science to define customer first product requirements. Prioritise features and capabilities that enable long term loyalty growth. Represent Loyalty in Senior Forums & Influence Key Stakeholders Represent the loyalty strategy in business reviews, governance forums, and cross functional decision making. Build alignment across Marketing, Food, FHB, Financial Services, Retail, Online, Product, Analytics and Tech. Inspire teams around the future vision. Key skills and experience Proven experience at Senior Manager or Director level in consultancy Strong loyalty & proposition leadership: Proven experience shaping loyalty strategy or customer propositions at scale. Customer centric & insight driven mindset: Ability to unlock insight from data, research and behaviour - and turn it into strategy. Outstanding strategic thinking & prioritisation: Comfortable shaping direction amid ambiguity and making clear choices on what matters most. Commercial acumen: Strong capability in business case development and commercial impact assessment. Exceptional storytelling & communication: Able to craft compelling strategic narratives for ExCo, senior forums and cross functional stakeholders. Partner strategy & ecosystem development: Experience identifying, negotiating, and shaping partnership value exchanges. Cross functional leadership: Effective at influencing Product, Engineering, Delivery, Marketing, Retail, Finance, Analytics and International teams. Digital & product fluency: Understanding of digital product development, loyalty technologies, and personalisation capabilities. Brand passion: A deep personal connection to the brand, its products, and its customers.
Mar 14, 2026
Contractor
Head of Loyalty Strategy and Proposition - Strategy Consultant Head of Loyalty Strategy and Proposition - Strategy Consultant The location of the role is Paddington, London (hybrid working) . The duration of the contract is 12 months (starting 1st June 2026) . The pay rate on offer is 1000 - 1250 per day (via Umbrella agency) - open to discussion. Role Summary The Head of Loyalty Strategy & Proposition is responsible for defining, evolving, and leading the strategic direction of the loyalty programme. This role owns the multi-year roadmap, customer value proposition and strategic decision frameworks that ensure our programme remains market leading, differentiated, and commercially effective. They lead the development of the core loyalty proposition across rewards, personalisation, digital experience, clubs, partnerships, and omnichannel journeys - grounded in deep customer insight, competitive benchmarking, behavioural data, and commercial rigour. The role shapes and governs prioritisation across Loyalty, ensuring clarity on what we build, why it matters, and how it delivers for customers, for the brand, and for the business. It also leads strategic partnership development. Finally, as we expand our global footprint, it will increasingly work closely with International teams to shape the global roadmap and ensure scalability beyond the UK. A passion for the brand, its products, and doing what is right for customers is vital - ensuring the proposition reflects the heart of the business and creates value customers truly feel. Key accountabilities and measures Set & Own the Loyalty Strategy and Multi Year Roadmap Define the strategic direction across customer, commercial, and brand objectives. Own the loyalty roadmap, working closely with Product - shaping what we build, sequencing priorities, and ensuring all investment decisions are customer led and commercially grounded. Establish the frameworks, criteria, and governance that underpin prioritisation. Lead the Loyalty Proposition & Customer Experience Design Own the end to end loyalty proposition across rewards, personalisation, experiences (including clubs), partnerships, and omnichannel journeys. Develop new propositions from initial customer insight / challenge through to launch, working closely with business and D&T teams to ensure smooth delivery and long-term success of new propositions. Ensure the proposition reflects brand values - trusted quality, product passion, value. Translate customer insights, behavioural data, and market intelligence into compelling, differentiated propositions. Lead Partner Strategy & Ecosystem Expansion Define the partner strategy - identifying, evaluating, and shaping partnerships that enhance loyalty value and emotional connection. Work cross functionally to secure commercial, operational and tech feasibility for partner propositions (e.g. earn/burn, experiential benefits, brand partnerships). Manage partnerships from contract through to execution and ongoing relationship management. Establish a viable loyalty partnerships operating model and scale in line with results over time. Lead Insights, Customer Understanding & Competitor Intelligence Integrate insights including qualitative and quantitative research, market benchmarking, and global loyalty best practice. Translate insights into clear strategic opportunities and recommendations. Monitor competitive developments and loyalty innovation to keep us ahead of market. Collaborate with International Markets Partner with International to define and evolve the global strategy. Shape the international loyalty proposition and ensure alignment with the UK roadmap while allowing for appropriate flexibility. Guide Commercial & Financial Impact Assessment Partner with Finance to develop business cases, model commercial outcomes, and assess customer value. Ensure all propositions are commercially viable, brand enhancing, and customer positive. Shape Digital Product Direction & Personalisation Strategy Work closely with Product, Engineering and Data Science to define customer first product requirements. Prioritise features and capabilities that enable long term loyalty growth. Represent Loyalty in Senior Forums & Influence Key Stakeholders Represent the loyalty strategy in business reviews, governance forums, and cross functional decision making. Build alignment across Marketing, Food, FHB, Financial Services, Retail, Online, Product, Analytics and Tech. Inspire teams around the future vision. Key skills and experience Proven experience at Senior Manager or Director level in consultancy Strong loyalty & proposition leadership: Proven experience shaping loyalty strategy or customer propositions at scale. Customer centric & insight driven mindset: Ability to unlock insight from data, research and behaviour - and turn it into strategy. Outstanding strategic thinking & prioritisation: Comfortable shaping direction amid ambiguity and making clear choices on what matters most. Commercial acumen: Strong capability in business case development and commercial impact assessment. Exceptional storytelling & communication: Able to craft compelling strategic narratives for ExCo, senior forums and cross functional stakeholders. Partner strategy & ecosystem development: Experience identifying, negotiating, and shaping partnership value exchanges. Cross functional leadership: Effective at influencing Product, Engineering, Delivery, Marketing, Retail, Finance, Analytics and International teams. Digital & product fluency: Understanding of digital product development, loyalty technologies, and personalisation capabilities. Brand passion: A deep personal connection to the brand, its products, and its customers.
Hays Senior Finance is working in partnership with a well-established wholesale, retail and distribution organisation to appoint a Financial Controller to a newly enhanced senior leadership position.Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this role represents the Number 2 position within Finance, offering significant exposure at executive level and the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making across a multi-site, multi-entity operation. The opportunity This is a senior Financial Controller role combining strong technical controllership with commercial and strategic partnering. The successful applicant will play a key role in strengthening financial governance, improving insight and supporting the continued development and scalability of the business. The role is well suited to an experienced, qualified finance leader from a wholesale, retail, distribution, manufacturing or similar fast-paced, high volume environment. And someone who is comfortable operating at both a strategic and hands-on level. Key Responsibilities Lead financial control and reporting across multiple trading entities and sites Produce timely, accurate monthly management accounts, group reporting and analysis Own balance sheet integrity, cash flow forecasting and working capital management Lead statutory accounts preparation and manage the year-end audit process Act as a key business partner to the FD, executive team and senior operational leaders Provide commercial insight into margin, pricing, stock, logistics and cost performance Support strategic initiatives including growth, systems improvement, integration and change Ensure consistent financial processes, controls and governance across the group Lead, develop and mentor a high-performing finance team Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, reporting and processes Essential criteria Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Proven experience operating at Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager level Background within wholesale, retail, distribution, FMCG or supply-chain-led businesses Demonstrable experience managing multi-site and multi-entity environments Strong technical accounting, reporting and audit experience Commercially focused with the ability to influence at executive and board level Experience partnering with operational leaders within complex, fast-paced organisations Comfortable balancing strategic leadership with hands-on delivery Applicants must have UK professional experience and the right to work in the UK on a permanent basis, without the requirement for current or future visa sponsorship. What's on Offer Salary up to £90,000 depending on experience + benefits, car, bonus, healthcare, pension etc Hybrid working: 4 days on-site, 1 day remote True No.2 finance role with executive exposure Opportunity to shape and influence finance within a growing, operationally complex business Apply Now: To apply for this Financial Controller role, please submit your CV via the link below.For a confidential discussion about the position, the business or the wider market, please contact Karly Clark - Hays Senior Finance, partnering exclusively on this appointment. All applications and conversations will be treated in strict confidence. 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
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Hays Senior Finance is working in partnership with a well-established wholesale, retail and distribution organisation to appoint a Financial Controller to a newly enhanced senior leadership position.Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this role represents the Number 2 position within Finance, offering significant exposure at executive level and the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making across a multi-site, multi-entity operation. The opportunity This is a senior Financial Controller role combining strong technical controllership with commercial and strategic partnering. The successful applicant will play a key role in strengthening financial governance, improving insight and supporting the continued development and scalability of the business. The role is well suited to an experienced, qualified finance leader from a wholesale, retail, distribution, manufacturing or similar fast-paced, high volume environment. And someone who is comfortable operating at both a strategic and hands-on level. Key Responsibilities Lead financial control and reporting across multiple trading entities and sites Produce timely, accurate monthly management accounts, group reporting and analysis Own balance sheet integrity, cash flow forecasting and working capital management Lead statutory accounts preparation and manage the year-end audit process Act as a key business partner to the FD, executive team and senior operational leaders Provide commercial insight into margin, pricing, stock, logistics and cost performance Support strategic initiatives including growth, systems improvement, integration and change Ensure consistent financial processes, controls and governance across the group Lead, develop and mentor a high-performing finance team Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, reporting and processes Essential criteria Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Proven experience operating at Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager level Background within wholesale, retail, distribution, FMCG or supply-chain-led businesses Demonstrable experience managing multi-site and multi-entity environments Strong technical accounting, reporting and audit experience Commercially focused with the ability to influence at executive and board level Experience partnering with operational leaders within complex, fast-paced organisations Comfortable balancing strategic leadership with hands-on delivery Applicants must have UK professional experience and the right to work in the UK on a permanent basis, without the requirement for current or future visa sponsorship. What's on Offer Salary up to £90,000 depending on experience + benefits, car, bonus, healthcare, pension etc Hybrid working: 4 days on-site, 1 day remote True No.2 finance role with executive exposure Opportunity to shape and influence finance within a growing, operationally complex business Apply Now: To apply for this Financial Controller role, please submit your CV via the link below.For a confidential discussion about the position, the business or the wider market, please contact Karly Clark - Hays Senior Finance, partnering exclusively on this appointment. All applications and conversations will be treated in strict confidence. 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
Senior Finance Leaders West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid) Job Title: Finanace Manager - Transformation Job Type: Permanent, Hybrid. 2.5 days average onsite Job Focus: Systems, Transformation & Cultural Change supporting functions Reporting to: The Chief Financial Officer Location: West Yorkshire, commutable from Leeds, Barnsley, Sheffield, Bradford, etc The client: Local Authority Council / Public Sector Job Reward: Up to £60k Target plus exceptional Pension and package This is not a traditional "steady state" finance role! This role is Transformation with accountability , It's a senior, strategic finance leadership role. Governance & stewardship are vital; you will be hired to have a long-term impact and leave a lasting legacy to deliver public value. A forward-thinking Local Authority, undergoing a significant change, investment and transformation programme, is seeking a CCAB-qualified senior finance professional to play a pivotal role in reshaping how finance supports organisational strategy, service transformation and cultural evolution. You are also an experienced leader of people. This new role is about modernising systems, strengthening financial governance, raising capability across the organisation, and embedding a high-performance finance culture within a complex, politically sensitive environment. Role & Requirements - Finance Manager - Transformation Lead the transformation of financial management arrangements Budget setting, multi-million, oversee year-end processes, statutory accounting It's a broad role covering operations delivery, people management, and strategy and oversight Modernise and optimise budget setting, monitoring and medium-term financial planning Drive improvements in financial systems, controls and reporting frameworks Strengthen financial acumen across directorates Act as a visible, credible finance leader to Members, Corporate Directors and Service Leaders Lead and develop a multi-disciplinary team of senior finance professionals Key Focus Areas: Finance Manager - Transformation Financial systems development & optimisation Embedding best practice governance & control frameworks Supporting major service transformation initiatives Leading financial modelling, business cases & option appraisals Raising performance standards and financial competencies Driving cultural change within finance and across services Developing and mentoring Principal Accountants and future leaders, directly managing 4 - 8 financial accountants with a larger indirect reporting team Qualifications & Skills -Finance Manager - Transformation CCAB qualified with significant post-qualification experience You will be able to be in the detail but also be able to make decisions and implement strategy through your team of direct reports Strategic finance leadership within a large, complex organisation, with public sector local authority experience strongly preferred Deep understanding of local government finance & statutory frameworks Proven track record of leading high-performing finance teams Experience delivering systems improvements and organisational change Strong political awareness and stakeholder management capability Confident communicator able to challenge and influence at a senior level Able to operate confidently in a politically led environment Why Consider This Role - Finance Manager - Transformation Genuine opportunity to influence financial transformation Shape the future capability and culture of a finance function Visible leadership role with Members and Corporate Leadership Team Long-term strategic impact within a values-driven public sector organisation Excellent pension and public sector local authority benefits This appointment will suit an ambitious finance leader who wants to leave a legacy - not simply manage a budget.If you are ready to lead systems improvement, cultural evolution and financial excellence at scale, we would welcome a confidential conversation. Message directly for further details on (url removed) or call me on (phone number removed) Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Senior Finance Leaders West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid) Job Title: Finanace Manager - Transformation Job Type: Permanent, Hybrid. 2.5 days average onsite Job Focus: Systems, Transformation & Cultural Change supporting functions Reporting to: The Chief Financial Officer Location: West Yorkshire, commutable from Leeds, Barnsley, Sheffield, Bradford, etc The client: Local Authority Council / Public Sector Job Reward: Up to £60k Target plus exceptional Pension and package This is not a traditional "steady state" finance role! This role is Transformation with accountability , It's a senior, strategic finance leadership role. Governance & stewardship are vital; you will be hired to have a long-term impact and leave a lasting legacy to deliver public value. A forward-thinking Local Authority, undergoing a significant change, investment and transformation programme, is seeking a CCAB-qualified senior finance professional to play a pivotal role in reshaping how finance supports organisational strategy, service transformation and cultural evolution. You are also an experienced leader of people. This new role is about modernising systems, strengthening financial governance, raising capability across the organisation, and embedding a high-performance finance culture within a complex, politically sensitive environment. Role & Requirements - Finance Manager - Transformation Lead the transformation of financial management arrangements Budget setting, multi-million, oversee year-end processes, statutory accounting It's a broad role covering operations delivery, people management, and strategy and oversight Modernise and optimise budget setting, monitoring and medium-term financial planning Drive improvements in financial systems, controls and reporting frameworks Strengthen financial acumen across directorates Act as a visible, credible finance leader to Members, Corporate Directors and Service Leaders Lead and develop a multi-disciplinary team of senior finance professionals Key Focus Areas: Finance Manager - Transformation Financial systems development & optimisation Embedding best practice governance & control frameworks Supporting major service transformation initiatives Leading financial modelling, business cases & option appraisals Raising performance standards and financial competencies Driving cultural change within finance and across services Developing and mentoring Principal Accountants and future leaders, directly managing 4 - 8 financial accountants with a larger indirect reporting team Qualifications & Skills -Finance Manager - Transformation CCAB qualified with significant post-qualification experience You will be able to be in the detail but also be able to make decisions and implement strategy through your team of direct reports Strategic finance leadership within a large, complex organisation, with public sector local authority experience strongly preferred Deep understanding of local government finance & statutory frameworks Proven track record of leading high-performing finance teams Experience delivering systems improvements and organisational change Strong political awareness and stakeholder management capability Confident communicator able to challenge and influence at a senior level Able to operate confidently in a politically led environment Why Consider This Role - Finance Manager - Transformation Genuine opportunity to influence financial transformation Shape the future capability and culture of a finance function Visible leadership role with Members and Corporate Leadership Team Long-term strategic impact within a values-driven public sector organisation Excellent pension and public sector local authority benefits This appointment will suit an ambitious finance leader who wants to leave a legacy - not simply manage a budget.If you are ready to lead systems improvement, cultural evolution and financial excellence at scale, we would welcome a confidential conversation. Message directly for further details on (url removed) or call me on (phone number removed) Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.
Full job description Personal Assistant to Director (Admin & Finance Support) Manchester £27,000 - £32,000 + Career Progression + International Travel + Training + Flexible Holiday Are you a Personal Assistant with a basic understanding of finance systems looking for a relaxed role within a tight-knit company, who offer a range of benefits including career progression, international travel, training and flexible holiday? On offer is the opportunity to become a vital contact when assisting the Director with all day-to-day operations within the business. Known for providing IT, Data and Consulting services across an international market. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining calendars, scheduling appointments, coordinating both virtual and in-person meetings, handling incoming messages and calls, supporting expense tracking, and assisting with travel arrangements. This role would suit a Personal Assistant with a basic understanding of finance systems, looking for a position that can offer them a relaxed setting, career progression, international travel, training and flexible holiday. The Role Manage and maintain calendars Schedule and remind for appointments Coordinate virtual and face to face meetings Mandle incoming messages and calls Support expense tracking Assist with travel arrangements Manchester The Person Personal Assistant Basic understanding of finance systems Attention to detail Full UK Driving license Ref:(phone number removed) Key Words: Personal Assistant, PA, EA, Admin, Expenses, Travel, Manchester, Oldham, Stockport, Rochdale, Bolton If you are interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Peopleforge 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 our website and provided upon application.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Full job description Personal Assistant to Director (Admin & Finance Support) Manchester £27,000 - £32,000 + Career Progression + International Travel + Training + Flexible Holiday Are you a Personal Assistant with a basic understanding of finance systems looking for a relaxed role within a tight-knit company, who offer a range of benefits including career progression, international travel, training and flexible holiday? On offer is the opportunity to become a vital contact when assisting the Director with all day-to-day operations within the business. Known for providing IT, Data and Consulting services across an international market. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining calendars, scheduling appointments, coordinating both virtual and in-person meetings, handling incoming messages and calls, supporting expense tracking, and assisting with travel arrangements. This role would suit a Personal Assistant with a basic understanding of finance systems, looking for a position that can offer them a relaxed setting, career progression, international travel, training and flexible holiday. The Role Manage and maintain calendars Schedule and remind for appointments Coordinate virtual and face to face meetings Mandle incoming messages and calls Support expense tracking Assist with travel arrangements Manchester The Person Personal Assistant Basic understanding of finance systems Attention to detail Full UK Driving license Ref:(phone number removed) Key Words: Personal Assistant, PA, EA, Admin, Expenses, Travel, Manchester, Oldham, Stockport, Rochdale, Bolton If you are interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Peopleforge 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 our website and provided upon application.
Job Title: Finance Director Location : Oxfordshire, hybrid working Permanent Salary : £110,000 plus bonus and benefits A growing organisation is seeking a Finance Director to lead its finance function in Oxfordshire. You will guide financial performance, support strategic direction, and protect long term value click apply for full job details
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Finance Director Location : Oxfordshire, hybrid working Permanent Salary : £110,000 plus bonus and benefits A growing organisation is seeking a Finance Director to lead its finance function in Oxfordshire. You will guide financial performance, support strategic direction, and protect long term value click apply for full job details
Project Accountant - Belfast Join the public sector in Belfast as a Project Accountant and lead the provision of financial support for key programme delivery and strategic objectives. About the role: £24.45 per hour Location: Franklin Street, Belfast Monday to Friday, (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) 37.5 hours a week Temporary role up until 31st March 2027 Please note closing date for this vacancy is 18th March 2026 at 4 pm - however you can register your interest for other upcoming vacancies by applying today What you'll be doing in this role: To ensure effective delivery of the programme the post holder will be responsible for the maintenance of the resource implementation plans and will be responsible for the production of accurate, reliable and timely management information on income and expenditure streams associated with the programme. Ssupport the programme director and provide financial direction to the relevant Encompass Project Managers to ensure programme expenditure is properly recorded and accounted for and that tight financial control of the programme expenditure is maintained. In conjunction with the core BSO Finance Department, develop and maintain a robust financial controls environment. Production of the BSO statutory accounts for public funds in accordance with the Department of Health's (DoH) guidance and timescales, ensuring appropriate records are kept and maintained to support audit and reporting requirements in accordance with best practice. Prepare and present financial reports for programme director, implementation board and programme board on project expenditure and report on variances, slippage and pressures on an ongoing basis. Responsible for initiating timely action if required to address adverse variance, slippage and pressures. What you'll need for this role: A minimum of 2 years' experience, in the last 5 years, in: Project accounting, reconciliation of control accounts, capital accounting; or Management accounting, provision of support to budget holders, preparation of business cases; Qualified accountant (member of ICAI(CAI), ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or other approved body) with 2 years' post qualification experience Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment. This criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Organisation which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post Worked with a diverse range of stakeholders, both internal and external to the organisation to achieve successful outcomes Advanced IT skills in relation to MS Office (in particular excel) applications and experience of working with financial systems including a computerised accounting ledger. Riada Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Project Accountant - Belfast Join the public sector in Belfast as a Project Accountant and lead the provision of financial support for key programme delivery and strategic objectives. About the role: £24.45 per hour Location: Franklin Street, Belfast Monday to Friday, (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) 37.5 hours a week Temporary role up until 31st March 2027 Please note closing date for this vacancy is 18th March 2026 at 4 pm - however you can register your interest for other upcoming vacancies by applying today What you'll be doing in this role: To ensure effective delivery of the programme the post holder will be responsible for the maintenance of the resource implementation plans and will be responsible for the production of accurate, reliable and timely management information on income and expenditure streams associated with the programme. Ssupport the programme director and provide financial direction to the relevant Encompass Project Managers to ensure programme expenditure is properly recorded and accounted for and that tight financial control of the programme expenditure is maintained. In conjunction with the core BSO Finance Department, develop and maintain a robust financial controls environment. Production of the BSO statutory accounts for public funds in accordance with the Department of Health's (DoH) guidance and timescales, ensuring appropriate records are kept and maintained to support audit and reporting requirements in accordance with best practice. Prepare and present financial reports for programme director, implementation board and programme board on project expenditure and report on variances, slippage and pressures on an ongoing basis. Responsible for initiating timely action if required to address adverse variance, slippage and pressures. What you'll need for this role: A minimum of 2 years' experience, in the last 5 years, in: Project accounting, reconciliation of control accounts, capital accounting; or Management accounting, provision of support to budget holders, preparation of business cases; Qualified accountant (member of ICAI(CAI), ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or other approved body) with 2 years' post qualification experience Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment. This criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Organisation which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post Worked with a diverse range of stakeholders, both internal and external to the organisation to achieve successful outcomes Advanced IT skills in relation to MS Office (in particular excel) applications and experience of working with financial systems including a computerised accounting ledger. Riada Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer.
Financial Controller, South Lincolnshire Your new company Hays Senior Finance are working with a growing manufacturing company (part of a group) in South Lincolnshire to recruit a Financial Controller. Your new role This "hands on" commercially minded Financial Controller role will see you lead the finance function and support ongoing expansion. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will oversee all day to day finance and basic HR operations while providing strategic insight to drive performance, including managing monthly accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow reporting, KPI production, and year end audit requirements. The role will also develop financial reporting packs, ensure compliance with VAT and statutory deadlines, and strengthen financial controls across the business.Working closely with department heads, you will support operational efficiency, lead product costing and margin analysis, approve pricing, implement cost saving initiatives, and enhance financial systems and processes as well as managing stock control / regular stock takes. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with strong analytical skills, excellent organisational ability, and proven experience improving financial processes. You are likely to have a manufacturing background or similar and ERP/costing experience. You will have experience of managing a small team and be used to managing multiple stakeholders at all levels. You will be living within commuting distance of South Lincolnshire as the role is office-based. What you'll get in return This is a great opportunity to join a friendly, ambitious team, with significant scope to shape the finance function and influence business strategy. Immediate start available Long term stable role Lovely working environment 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. #
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller, South Lincolnshire Your new company Hays Senior Finance are working with a growing manufacturing company (part of a group) in South Lincolnshire to recruit a Financial Controller. Your new role This "hands on" commercially minded Financial Controller role will see you lead the finance function and support ongoing expansion. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will oversee all day to day finance and basic HR operations while providing strategic insight to drive performance, including managing monthly accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow reporting, KPI production, and year end audit requirements. The role will also develop financial reporting packs, ensure compliance with VAT and statutory deadlines, and strengthen financial controls across the business.Working closely with department heads, you will support operational efficiency, lead product costing and margin analysis, approve pricing, implement cost saving initiatives, and enhance financial systems and processes as well as managing stock control / regular stock takes. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with strong analytical skills, excellent organisational ability, and proven experience improving financial processes. You are likely to have a manufacturing background or similar and ERP/costing experience. You will have experience of managing a small team and be used to managing multiple stakeholders at all levels. You will be living within commuting distance of South Lincolnshire as the role is office-based. What you'll get in return This is a great opportunity to join a friendly, ambitious team, with significant scope to shape the finance function and influence business strategy. Immediate start available Long term stable role Lovely working environment 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. #
About the role At the Motability Foundation, we fund, support, research and innovate so that all disabled people can make the journeys they choose. We re building a Transport Solutions Team that works flexibly across all the tools in our delivery kit from grants and innovation pilots to research, partnerships, and commercial interventions. Our growing portfolio includes flagship projects tackling challenges such as inclusive EV charging infrastructure, complex community transport needs, and large-scale research like the National Centre for Accessible Transport. We are now recruiting a Transport Solutions Manager to lead the design and delivery of high-impact work focused primarily on accessibility considerations around emerging Autonomous Vehicle (AV) technology, alongside other initiatives related to our Private Transport Theme. This is a pivotal role that combines technical understanding, programme delivery, and stakeholder leadership, and is designed to work flexibly across our matrix structure. While your core focus will be on accessibility of emerging Autonomous Vehicle (AV) technology, you also may be expected to lead and/or contribute to other transport projects across the transport themes. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, purpose-led team driving change in the transport system for disabled people, and to work on some of the most complex and impactful projects in the sector. What you ll be doing Lead the Foundation s work to understand the impact of AVs on transport equity for disabled people, working closely with Programme Directors and partners across government, industry and the charity sector. Scope, commission and manage projects related to AVs such as pilots, commercial partnerships, research studies or funding opportunities ensuring alignment to strategic priorities. Bring technical, regulatory, and market understanding of AVs to shape the Foundation s approach in this space. Manage end-to-end delivery of specific initiatives, including planning, budgeting, due diligence, contracting, risk management, and governance reporting. Use insight, evidence and stakeholder engagement to shape new programmes of work and ensure delivery reflects the needs of disabled people. Work flexibly across our matrix team, contributing to projects or funding rounds outside your own portfolio as needed, and supporting colleagues with specialist input or delivery resource. Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders. Collaborate across the Foundation, including with the Insight & Evaluation, Finance and Communications teams, to ensure high-quality delivery, learning and visibility of our work. Bring and apply knowledge in key areas as accessible transport, disability, inclusive innovation, grant making or systems change. Support the development and continuous improvement of our delivery models, funding mechanisms and ways of working.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
About the role At the Motability Foundation, we fund, support, research and innovate so that all disabled people can make the journeys they choose. We re building a Transport Solutions Team that works flexibly across all the tools in our delivery kit from grants and innovation pilots to research, partnerships, and commercial interventions. Our growing portfolio includes flagship projects tackling challenges such as inclusive EV charging infrastructure, complex community transport needs, and large-scale research like the National Centre for Accessible Transport. We are now recruiting a Transport Solutions Manager to lead the design and delivery of high-impact work focused primarily on accessibility considerations around emerging Autonomous Vehicle (AV) technology, alongside other initiatives related to our Private Transport Theme. This is a pivotal role that combines technical understanding, programme delivery, and stakeholder leadership, and is designed to work flexibly across our matrix structure. While your core focus will be on accessibility of emerging Autonomous Vehicle (AV) technology, you also may be expected to lead and/or contribute to other transport projects across the transport themes. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, purpose-led team driving change in the transport system for disabled people, and to work on some of the most complex and impactful projects in the sector. What you ll be doing Lead the Foundation s work to understand the impact of AVs on transport equity for disabled people, working closely with Programme Directors and partners across government, industry and the charity sector. Scope, commission and manage projects related to AVs such as pilots, commercial partnerships, research studies or funding opportunities ensuring alignment to strategic priorities. Bring technical, regulatory, and market understanding of AVs to shape the Foundation s approach in this space. Manage end-to-end delivery of specific initiatives, including planning, budgeting, due diligence, contracting, risk management, and governance reporting. Use insight, evidence and stakeholder engagement to shape new programmes of work and ensure delivery reflects the needs of disabled people. Work flexibly across our matrix team, contributing to projects or funding rounds outside your own portfolio as needed, and supporting colleagues with specialist input or delivery resource. Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders. Collaborate across the Foundation, including with the Insight & Evaluation, Finance and Communications teams, to ensure high-quality delivery, learning and visibility of our work. Bring and apply knowledge in key areas as accessible transport, disability, inclusive innovation, grant making or systems change. Support the development and continuous improvement of our delivery models, funding mechanisms and ways of working.
Senior Manager Private Client Tax, Trusts & Estates London / Hybrid working £80,000 plus excellent benefits Our client is a specialist tax & accounting firm based with offices in the West End of London. They enjoy an enviable range of clients, with a focus on international & UK HNWIs, as well as having a dedicated corporate & OMB team. Their mission is to provide clients with comprehensive team support to run their finance departments. They work with wealthy families to provide a family office service and offer their private clients a trustee service. They are now recruiting for someone to join our private client team, to specialise in tax, trusts & estates. About the role: You will be managing a portfolio of trusts and tax compliance clients as well as providing ad hoc planning and advisory support to the directors. The compliance will include preparation of trust accounts, preparation of trust self-assessment tax returns and R185s, preparation of IHT returns, preparation of estate tax returns, and preparation of personal tax returns. Ad hoc planning and advisory work will be diverse, interesting, and challenging. About you: You will hold an accountancy or tax qualification such as CTA, ACA or TEP and be either already at senior level and looking for a route to manager level and beyond, or a manager looking for their next step. In both cases you will be wishing to continue to learn and grow in the role. You will have excellent communication skills - both written and in person. You will be able to explain complex areas of tax to clients in straightforward and understandable language without the use of technical jargon. You will be flexible and a team player - able to handle you own portfolio of complex clients, undertaking both compliance and consulting work, as well as assisting others as required. To apply simply contact John Corfield at As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Senior Manager Private Client Tax, Trusts & Estates London / Hybrid working £80,000 plus excellent benefits Our client is a specialist tax & accounting firm based with offices in the West End of London. They enjoy an enviable range of clients, with a focus on international & UK HNWIs, as well as having a dedicated corporate & OMB team. Their mission is to provide clients with comprehensive team support to run their finance departments. They work with wealthy families to provide a family office service and offer their private clients a trustee service. They are now recruiting for someone to join our private client team, to specialise in tax, trusts & estates. About the role: You will be managing a portfolio of trusts and tax compliance clients as well as providing ad hoc planning and advisory support to the directors. The compliance will include preparation of trust accounts, preparation of trust self-assessment tax returns and R185s, preparation of IHT returns, preparation of estate tax returns, and preparation of personal tax returns. Ad hoc planning and advisory work will be diverse, interesting, and challenging. About you: You will hold an accountancy or tax qualification such as CTA, ACA or TEP and be either already at senior level and looking for a route to manager level and beyond, or a manager looking for their next step. In both cases you will be wishing to continue to learn and grow in the role. You will have excellent communication skills - both written and in person. You will be able to explain complex areas of tax to clients in straightforward and understandable language without the use of technical jargon. You will be flexible and a team player - able to handle you own portfolio of complex clients, undertaking both compliance and consulting work, as well as assisting others as required. To apply simply contact John Corfield at As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.
Sewell Wallis is recruiting a permanent, full-time, experienced Semi Senior Accountant for a West Yorkshire business we have worked closely with over the years. They are looking for a Semi Senior Accountant and this is an excellent opportunity to join the North Leeds office. You will work alongside highly experienced accountants and other professionals who will work with you to develop your career and provide you with the guidance and training. What will you be doing? Assisting with the management of a portfolio of clients Preparation of basic company financial statements Preparation of interim management accounts Preparation of personal tax returns Preparation of partnership accounts and returns Assist with training of apprentices Preparation of P11ds (desirable) What skills are we looking for? You must have at least 2-3 years working in an accountancy practice environment. Experience of Sage is an advantage. Strong Attention to Detail Excellent Time Management Skills Exceptional Communication Skills with a good telephone manner Good written and technical Skills What's on offer? Supportive, collaborative team culture. Modern office with on-site parking. Opportunities to progress further down the line. If you are interested, please apply below or contact Becky Gibson 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.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis is recruiting a permanent, full-time, experienced Semi Senior Accountant for a West Yorkshire business we have worked closely with over the years. They are looking for a Semi Senior Accountant and this is an excellent opportunity to join the North Leeds office. You will work alongside highly experienced accountants and other professionals who will work with you to develop your career and provide you with the guidance and training. What will you be doing? Assisting with the management of a portfolio of clients Preparation of basic company financial statements Preparation of interim management accounts Preparation of personal tax returns Preparation of partnership accounts and returns Assist with training of apprentices Preparation of P11ds (desirable) What skills are we looking for? You must have at least 2-3 years working in an accountancy practice environment. Experience of Sage is an advantage. Strong Attention to Detail Excellent Time Management Skills Exceptional Communication Skills with a good telephone manner Good written and technical Skills What's on offer? Supportive, collaborative team culture. Modern office with on-site parking. Opportunities to progress further down the line. If you are interested, please apply below or contact Becky Gibson 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.
A senior finance role supporting a fractional CFO and the Managing Director within a stable, privately owned business. Based fully at the head office near Sevenoaks, this position leads the small finance team, strengthens financial reporting and governance, and provides the senior capability the organisation needs, whilst still benefiting from the CFO's skills. Client Details Our client is a long-established UK business with a strong heritage and a reputation for reliability and service. Operating across multiple markets, the company maintains a collaborative culture, hands-on leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement. With a fractional CFO in place, the organisation is now hiring a capable Finance Manager / Financial Controller level candidate to elevate the day-to-day running of the function and provide higher-quality analysis and insight. Description Reporting to the fractional CFO and working closely with the MD, the Finance Manager / Financial Controller will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function while supporting wider commercial and strategic decision-making. The role requires someone who can combine strong technical capability with a broader perspective - understanding how the financial elements link together, and knowing when detailed analysis is required versus when a well-judged estimate is appropriate. Key responsibilities include: Leading, developing and mentoring a small finance team Full ownership of monthly management accounts, analysis and commentary Presenting financial performance in weekly leadership meetings Managing weekly reporting: invoicing, cashflow, forecasts and aged balances Enhancing cashflow forecasting and working capital management Ensuring VAT, duties and corporation tax compliance Preparing statutory accounts and group consolidation Leading the annual audit and managing the auditor relationship Owning the annual budget and periodic reforecasting Driving systems, processes and controls improvement, including contributing to an upcoming ERP upgrade (Exposure to a Sage X3 upgrade would be particularly beneficial) Working across the business (inc. sales) to extract explanations, understand drivers and strengthen commentary Acting as the fractional CFO's operational right hand, ensuring high-quality delivery Profile The ideal candidate will combine strong technical grounding with sound judgement and the confidence to operate as the senior day-to-day finance lead under a fractional CFO. The ideal candidate will be: A qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Ideally have experience with a major ERP (SAP, Business Central, Dynamics etc.), ideally including involvement in an upgrade cycle Able to take a big-picture view, understanding how financial elements connect while complementing an existing detail-oriented Management Accountant A confident communicator who can present succinctly to senior leadership and engage effectively with teams across the business Strong across cashflow, budgeting, forecasting and working capital Comfortable leading a small team while remaining hands-on Commercially aware, curious and able to challenge constructively Capable of running day-to-day finance independently while aligned with the fractional CFO Job Offer £65,000-£70,000 salary Fully office-based role near Sevenoaks Close partnership with the fractional CFO and MD Significant ownership of day-to-day finance A senior, influential role shaping reporting, process and performance
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
A senior finance role supporting a fractional CFO and the Managing Director within a stable, privately owned business. Based fully at the head office near Sevenoaks, this position leads the small finance team, strengthens financial reporting and governance, and provides the senior capability the organisation needs, whilst still benefiting from the CFO's skills. Client Details Our client is a long-established UK business with a strong heritage and a reputation for reliability and service. Operating across multiple markets, the company maintains a collaborative culture, hands-on leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement. With a fractional CFO in place, the organisation is now hiring a capable Finance Manager / Financial Controller level candidate to elevate the day-to-day running of the function and provide higher-quality analysis and insight. Description Reporting to the fractional CFO and working closely with the MD, the Finance Manager / Financial Controller will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function while supporting wider commercial and strategic decision-making. The role requires someone who can combine strong technical capability with a broader perspective - understanding how the financial elements link together, and knowing when detailed analysis is required versus when a well-judged estimate is appropriate. Key responsibilities include: Leading, developing and mentoring a small finance team Full ownership of monthly management accounts, analysis and commentary Presenting financial performance in weekly leadership meetings Managing weekly reporting: invoicing, cashflow, forecasts and aged balances Enhancing cashflow forecasting and working capital management Ensuring VAT, duties and corporation tax compliance Preparing statutory accounts and group consolidation Leading the annual audit and managing the auditor relationship Owning the annual budget and periodic reforecasting Driving systems, processes and controls improvement, including contributing to an upcoming ERP upgrade (Exposure to a Sage X3 upgrade would be particularly beneficial) Working across the business (inc. sales) to extract explanations, understand drivers and strengthen commentary Acting as the fractional CFO's operational right hand, ensuring high-quality delivery Profile The ideal candidate will combine strong technical grounding with sound judgement and the confidence to operate as the senior day-to-day finance lead under a fractional CFO. The ideal candidate will be: A qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Ideally have experience with a major ERP (SAP, Business Central, Dynamics etc.), ideally including involvement in an upgrade cycle Able to take a big-picture view, understanding how financial elements connect while complementing an existing detail-oriented Management Accountant A confident communicator who can present succinctly to senior leadership and engage effectively with teams across the business Strong across cashflow, budgeting, forecasting and working capital Comfortable leading a small team while remaining hands-on Commercially aware, curious and able to challenge constructively Capable of running day-to-day finance independently while aligned with the fractional CFO Job Offer £65,000-£70,000 salary Fully office-based role near Sevenoaks Close partnership with the fractional CFO and MD Significant ownership of day-to-day finance A senior, influential role shaping reporting, process and performance
