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Office Manager About the Company Lanarca is an established and award-winning consultancy company offering bespoke design and management consulting services to a small portfolio of longstanding private sector clients. Our success has been based on building long-term partnerships with our clients, and we work hard to understand them to ensure that our services dovetail with their needs often working as an extension to their internal teams. This has resulted in us securing long term commissions, many of which are of regional and national significance in our field. Our practice offers a full range of landscape architectural, ecological and strategic management services across the UK and Ireland. We lead design teams and contribute landscape and environmental services inputs to teams led by others, working on large scale projects. Known for delivering expert service and attention to detail, we respond on every project with bespoke support. Our clients benefit from Director-led services, with hands-on Director involvement at every stage in all our projects, assuring design excellence and the highest quality outputs, delivered within budget and on time. About the Role We are experiencing considerable growth, and this is a new role, responding to an expanded organisation and growing workload for the Directors and key clients. The Office and Operations Manager will play a key role in our team. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will work closely together across a range of commissioned projects, leading the administrative and office team. Your role will be central to activity and output across the business, and you ll operate in a prominent client-facing position, co-ordinating a wide range of projects, as well as supporting the day-to-day running and administration of a very busy office. You ll provide efficient and dynamic support to the Managing Director, working hand-in-glove to respond to business needs, including co-ordinating aspects of business finance working with our accounts team, sub-contractor management, programme management and workload co-ordination for technical specialists within our team. You will take responsibility for ensuring the smooth operation of the business, with calm and collected leadership and bringing a positive, supportive approach to enable and empower team members. You ll get involved in key projects across the UK and Ireland, travelling to support client needs when needed and take the lead on key projects, such as event planning or supporting new team projects. About You This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who is highly organised, likes a very varied and dynamic workload and can calmly and supportively empower others to be their very best. You ll be skilled in motivating and organising others, be highly detail oriented and keen to secure a role that is challenging whilst providing considerable autonomy. The role is hands-on, is extremely varied and will suit someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is confident with a range of current technologies. You will take great pride in delivering high quality work and working with others to enable them to achieve the very best too. You ll possess excellent communications skills and possess the ability to remain calm and reliable under pressure even when juggling a variety of competing demands. We are a small team, and we all work across different project areas to support each other when needed. You ll be keen to work in this way, and enjoy working as part of a flexible, mutually supportive team. Essential Criteria Skills and Experience: Exceptional organisational skills and ability to anticipate needs, prioritise and plan work effectively. Technologically competent highly proficient in all aspects of the Microsoft Office Suite, ideally skilled with Salesforce and Adobe Creative Suite experience. You ll have the aptitude to develop your skills on new packages too, as needed. Budget management and cost-conscious working, relating to office-wide cost control and business planning. Skilled in research and technical appraisal you ll bring experience of co-ordinating technical and multidisciplinary meetings and preparing briefing papers. Demonstrable track record of successful office and administrative operations management, development and leadership of office systems, procurement and all aspects of administration. An effective communicator able to communicate messages clearly to a range of audiences at all levels, both verbally and in writing. Able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times. An effective, calm, positive and reliable team player. Able to work confidently with senior leaders and influencers. Takes responsibility and ownership for projects, thinking about and acting on what is needed ahead of time. Adaptable and flexible able to respond proactively to the changing needs of a busy team with a diverse workload.

The Role The Commercial Manager will lead the commercial and sales function, driving operational responsiveness, client satisfaction and overall commercial performance. Working directly alongside the Managing Director, you will shape commercial strategy to support growth, fleet utilisation and profitability. This position requires someone who understands the fast paced nature of rental operations, where quick turnaround and precise communication are essential. Key Responsibilities Client & Account Development Develop strong, long term relationships across offshore and subsea client bases Understand operational requirements to match clients with appropriate rental solutions Promote the full equipment portfolio to maximise utilisation Ensure clients receive fast, accurate and proactive communication at all times Sales Team Leadership Lead, support and motivate the sales team to hit commercial and utilisation targets Create a culture of urgency, responsiveness and solution focused selling Support team members with deal structuring, prioritisation and key account strategy Quotations, Tenders & Commercial Coordination Oversee all quotations, tenders and proposals with a focus on speed, accuracy and consistency Collaborate with technical and operations teams to confirm equipment suitability and availability Improve workflow efficiency to reduce response times and enhance customer confidence Maintain visibility of all commercial pipelines and ensure timely follow through Strategic Collaboration Work closely with the Managing Director to shape and execute commercial strategy Analyse market trends and rental demand to guide pricing, investment and business planning Contribute to margin optimisation, service development and customer experience improvements About You You will excel in this role if you have: Experience within ROV or Survey Rental equipment environments Strong commercial and client facing experience, ideally with leadership responsibility An understanding of the pace and pressure associated with rental operations Excellent organisational discipline, communication and time management skills A hands on leadership style with a passion for delivering best in class service What's on Offer Senior commercial leadership position within a dynamic equipment rental company Opportunity to shape commercial direction and influence business growth Family Private Medical Plan Performance Bonus Scheme Competitive salary and wider benefits package A fast paced environment where your impact is immediately visible and valued

The opportunity to work as this resident-managed housing organisation s first ever Head of Corporate Resources, making a real, visible difference in people s lives. Head of Corporate Resources the benefits of this role; Salary, full-time equivalent circa £80,000. 35 hours per week on average. Working remotely/ from-home 2 days per week office presence required three days per week. Main office based in London Bridge. 27 days holiday plus bank holidays. 2 Giveback days per year to volunteer in the local community. What your day-to-day could look like as a Head of Corporate Resources? Responsible for the Corporate Resources department including the Finance team especially, Digital Data and Technology Manager, Senior HR Business Partner, Business Services Apprentice and Policy and Performance Officer and Communications Manager. Strategic Leadership: Developing and implementing strategies for corporate resources that align with the overall organisational goals. Resource Management: Overseeing the allocation and utilisation of resources across various departments, ensuring optimal efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Team Management: Leading and motivating teams within the corporate resources functions, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement. Financial Management: Managing budgets, financial reporting, and ensuring sound financial practices within the directorate. Operational Efficiency: Implementing and improving processes and systems to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of corporate support services. Change Management: Leading and managing organisational changes within the corporate resources functions, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption. Please note that the job description is current at the date shown above. In consultation with you, it is liable to variation by management to reflect or anticipate changes in/ or to the job. Immediate priorities; Delivering a high performing housing service which includes rent and service charge collection, repairs and tenancy management. Delivering major works. The reliability of a responsive repairs service and reducing void turnaround times. Building safety, especially regarding fire safety and dampness. Enabling more residents to engage in their decision-making, especially those who have not had a voice so far. Staff recruitment and retention. Supporting residents with the cost-of-living crisis and maintaining income collection. Improving use of technology to enhance their service delivery. About this organisation; One of Southwark s largest housing organisations, managing Please note that upon your request, we are happy to reveal the exact details of the organisation in confidence. What is the essential criteria that you must consider before applying to the Head of Corporate Resources position? Proven senior leadership experience in managing multi-disciplinary corporate services, including HR, finance, IT, and facilities management. A strong understanding of the housing sector, ideally with experience working in or alongside resident-led housing management organisations or social housing providers. Strategic thinking and planning abilities, with a track record of aligning corporate support functions to the needs of both the organisation and the communities it serves. Demonstrated experience in leading organisational change, improving operational efficiency, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement. Exceptional financial acumen, with experience managing complex budgets, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with relevant housing and regulatory frameworks. Outstanding people management skills, with the ability to lead, inspire, and develop high-performing teams across diverse functions. Experience in risk management, governance, and implementing robust internal controls within a regulated environment. Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across resident boards, community partners, regulators, and staff. A relevant professional qualification or degree in business administration, finance, human resources, or a related field postgraduate or professional certifications desirable. Please note that there is a willingness to explore all applications, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, and/ or if you are looking to step-down or progress in your career. How you can apply for the Head of Corporate Resources vacancy? If this is of interest to you, simply click apply, and enter your details with an updated CV. Alternatively, you can directly contact, (phone number removed). If you are unsure, we can answer any questions that you may have. We welcome any recommendations that you may have after all, strong professionals tend to know strong professionals. Please note that Oyster s Finance team have other roles advertised via our website. We would like to attract talent from all corners of the Property world for this role. Our commitment is to an equitable recruitment process so feel free to apply in any way that suits you, via WhatsApp, video message, CV, the more creative the better.

Finance Manager Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 p/a DoE Location: Birmingham head office (Digbeth) Hybrid working: 3 days in the office required (Mon, Tue, Thu) Reporting to: Group of Directors Bell Cornwall Recruitment are delighted to be working with a well-established professional services firm based in the Digbeth area of Birmingham. They are looking for a Finance Manager to oversee all of their day-to-day financial operations, accounting processes, and reporting. Please note this is a standalone position and not part of a wider finance function. Duties and responsibilities of the Finance Manager will include (but are not limited to): Monitor the day-to-day financial operations within the company (sales ledger, purchase ledger, aged debt, cash flow management, bank reconciliations). Liaise with external accountancy practice (who produce monthly management accounts). Monitor project finances and purchase order requirements. Set up weekly and monthly bank payments. Provide monthly and annual ad-hoc financial reports to Directors. Management and processing of company expenses and credit card statements. Set up and checking new client details. Support directors with annual insurance renewal process. Support the HR and Compliance Manager with processing of monthly payroll. Attendance at quarterly board meetings. Monitoring and reviewing of suppliers and contracts. Desired skills and experience: Previous financial management experience is essential. Must be happy doing the day-to-day transactional accounting. Strong business and commercial awareness with experience of reporting at board level. Xero experience is desirable and strong excel skills are essential. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. This role is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, well-rounded Finance Manager in social, friendly environment that includes benefits such as free parking, an onsite gym, and flexible hours.INDHP Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales

The Company Working for a global energy trading business in their EMEA head office. The company is a leader in their space and have a US parent. The London office has a headcount of over 200 people and the company offers a very flexible hybrid model with 1 or 2 days in the office. The Role Report directly to the Group FD, you will be taking ownership of group reporting for the EMEA region.Duties Review and ownership of EMEA financial statements Review IFRS & US GAAP reporting Work closely with regional finance teams and technical reporting teams Audit liaison Ongoing process improvement work across controls framework What you need to succeed You will need to be a qualified accountant with experience working across a multi- entity business with significant exposure to FX and intercompany reporting. The desire to own a reporting function and learn from a really impressive Director would be great. The benefits This is a company that really look after their people and pay competitive benefits including pension and bonus. It is a largely remote role, working in the London office 1 or 2 days per week. Please apply now and we will make contact ASAP 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

General Manager CGLA Penn, Buckinghamshire Senior Leadership Full time, Office Based Package: £80-90k plus bonus CGLA is a high-end landscape design practice based in Penn, Buckinghamshire. We design and deliver exceptional gardens for private clients, architects and professional teams, combining creativity with commercial discipline. We are entering an ambitious new phase of growth. Our aim is to increase design value, expand our landscaping pipeline (including through partnerships with external designers), and deliver more projects through a carefully managed mix of in-house teams and trusted subcontractors all without materially increasing fixed overheads. To achieve this, we are appointing a General Manager. The Opportunity This is a genuine leadership role. You will take ownership of the operational engine of a £3m design-led business, ensuring projects run smoothly, margins are protected, risks are managed early, and the team operates with clarity and confidence. The Directors will continue to lead creative direction and key relationships. You will lead day-to-day operations and build the structure that allows the business to grow sustainably. Your key responsibilities Lead the daily running of the practice Manage team performance and accountability Own workflow planning and capacity management Provide clear financial and operational reporting Protect landscaping margin through disciplined oversight Build robust systems for managing subcontracted projects Ensure the client experience remains seamless and premium This role is central to ensuring that growth translates into profit, not stress. This role will suit you if you are A confident and experienced operator Commercially aware and financially disciplined Calm, organised and reliable under pressure Comfortable managing complexity across design and delivery Experienced in working in a founder-led or owner-managed business Capable of balancing detail with strategic oversight You do not need to be a landscape designer. You do need to be comfortable operating in a high-end, client-facing environment where standards and reputation matter deeply. What this role offers you Senior leadership role with real autonomy Opportunity to shape systems and operational strategy Direct influence on a growing, respected design-led business Long-term stability with meaningful impact Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.

Bristol We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to join the UK Programme Solutions team within the Digital Excellence Directorate. This role will provide senior leadership across the delivery of complex and business-critical network and infrastructure projects, operating within a highly regulated and security-conscious defence environment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the delivery of critical defence capabilities, influence delivery standards across a complex portfolio, and operate at a senior level within a professional, disciplined, and security-focused delivery environment. Salary: Circa £60,000 - £65,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen only. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead strategically significant IT projects that support operational capability and defence outcomes. You will work closely with business programme leads, technical authorities, industry partners, and our national customer, ensuring delivery is compliant with regulatory, security, and assurance requirements. The post holder will be accountable for assured project delivery, robust governance, and the continued evolution and adoption of our end-to-end (E2E) project management methodology, ensuring consistent, compliant, and high-quality delivery across the portfolio. You will be expected to exercise sound professional judgement, operate effectively within defined governance structures, and provide clear leadership in complex and high-risk delivery environments. What we're looking for from you: Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of complex, high-risk network and infrastructure projects within a regulated defence environment Manage the full project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with organisational, regulatory, security, and assurance requirements Ensure projects adhere to approved standards, controls, and delegated authorities Lead the development, maintenance, and adoption of the end-to-end (E2E) project management methodology Promote consistent application of governance, reporting, and assurance across the team Manage project scope, schedule, budget, risks, issues, and dependencies in line with approved tolerances Oversee supplier and partner delivery, ensuring contractual, commercial, and security obligations are met Maintain alignment between business requirements, technical solutions, and operational needs Support digital transformation initiatives through controlled, assured, and auditable delivery Essential Skills and Experience The successful candidate will demonstrate significant experience in: Leading complex IT projects within regulated, secure, or defence-related environments Applying robust project governance, assurance, and control frameworks Developing, embedding, and maintaining project management methodologies and standards Managing schedules, budgets, and risks across multi-supplier and multi-disciplinary delivery teams Financial management, forecasting, and cost control within delegated authority Change control and configuration management Supplier, contract, and commercial management Stakeholder engagement at senior levels, including engagement with assurance, security, and technical authorities Quality management, audit readiness, and benefits realisation Security Clearance A minimum of Security Check (SC) clearance is required to undertake this role; this can be obtained as part of the on-boarding The successful candidate must be willing, if required in the future, to obtain Developed Vetting (DV) clearance Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

FP&A Manager £70,000 - £80,000 + benefits Peterborough 3 days onsite / 2 days from home A growing manufacturer is looking to appoint an FP&A Manager to join its leadership team as the business continues to scale. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this role will lead a small team and play a key part in shaping financial planning, operational insight and decision support across the organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader with strong manufacturing experience, who enjoys partnering with senior stakeholders, improving processes and driving performance through meaningful financial insight. The Role Key responsibilities will include: Taking ownership of the monthly management accounts cycle, ensuring timely completion and providing clear analysis of business performance. Leading the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting activity, working closely with operational leaders to build robust assumptions and plans. Providing financial insight to senior stakeholders, helping translate operational activity into clear commercial and financial implications. Analysing manufacturing performance and cost drivers, supporting improved operational efficiency and profitability. Driving continuous improvement across planning and reporting processes, enhancing the quality and usefulness of financial information. Leading and developing a small finance team, ensuring strong collaboration and delivery across the function. The Person We are looking for someone who brings both technical finance capability and strong leadership skills, including: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with experience in manufacturing or product-based environments. Proven experience leading management accounts, budgeting and forecasting processes. A commercial mindset with the ability to partner effectively with senior operational stakeholders. Demonstrated people management experience, with a track record of developing and motivating teams. A proactive individual who enjoys improving processes, challenging assumptions and supporting business growth.

Business Process Manager Contract: 6-month fixed term contract Hours: Full Time 35 hours per week Salary: £53,249 starting salary p/a, plus excellent benefits package Location: London, Hybrid working available Alongside the interests and challenges of the role, our client knows that candidates also want to be enthused about the mission and values of the organisation they might be joining. Our client is a charity and the professional body for industry professionals. They have a global membership who have designed many of the buildings and bridges we take almost for granted in our daily lives. Creating safer places for the benefit of the public is at the heart of their remit and this includes environmental sustainability. They are central to the debate on the impact construction has on natural resources and climate change. Our client is passionate about inclusion and works hard to help those with talent, irrespective of background, to develop themselves professionally. They have members who work to support the world's most vulnerable communities, especially those living in places prone to natural hazards. If working as part of a staff team of nearly 100 people to address these issues appeals to you, then our client would love to hear from you. The Role As Business Process Manager, you'll take the lead on analysing processes end to end, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and drive measurable improvements. You will partner with stakeholders across all departments, championing quality, fostering collaboration, and supporting teams to adopt better ways of working. Working closely with the Enterprise Transformation Director, you'll help embed a culture of continuous improvement across the organisation, ensuring our client's operational practices are streamlined, compliant and efficient. To be shortlisted for this post, you must have: - Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage and deliver a diverse workload and portfolio of programmes/projects. - A strong background in complex operational process improvement to improve quality and reduce inefficiencies. - Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret and use data, inform ideas for change and improvements, understand complex processes, and assess the impact of these changes. - Experience in using methodologies such as LEAN, Six Sigma or similar would be advantageous. What our client can offer you: - 25 days of paid annual leave (rising with service) plus bank holidays and flexi leave - A pension scheme with up to 9% employer contributions - Life Insurance - Private Medical Insurance - Permanent Health Insurance - Health Cash Plan - Employee Assistance Programme - Season Ticket Loan - Cycle to Work Scheme - Continuous Professional Development - Salary Progression Working Conditions: Our client is based on the edge of the city, their office is bright, modern and open plan. They are an inclusive and friendly workforce. Additional information: If you require any reasonable adjustments to enable you to complete your application or would like our client to apply reasonable adjustments when reviewing your application, please contact them as soon as possible to discuss your needs. Please note, our client reserves the right to close or extend this position, depending on application numbers. Therefore, they urge candidates to apply as soon as possible. Applications are sifted on receipt and shortlisted candidates are contacted to be invited to an interview. Our client does not hold a visa sponsor licence, therefore, applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK and/or require visa sponsorship in order to continue working in the UK cannot be considered. Our client strives to have a diverse and inclusive workforce, where everyone can be themselves. They are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity and the perspectives people from different backgrounds bring. Applicants will not be excluded on the grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race, marital status, disability, age, religion and belief or sexual orientation. If you feel you have the skills, experience, and expertise our client is looking for and if this post sounds like the challenge you are seeking, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Office Administrator - Chichester Our client, a well-established and high-end residential developer based in the Chichester area, is looking to recruit an organised and structured Office Administrator to join their busy construction office. As the Office Administrator, you will provide reliable and organised administrative support across the business, ensuring the office runs efficiently and day-to-day tasks are managed effectively. The role will support both directors and project teams with general administration, coordination, and office organisation. Remuneration Salary: 25,000 - 28,000 (dependent on experience) Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 16:00 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) Company pension scheme On-site parking Opportunity to work with a well-regarded, high-end developer in West Sussex Key Responsibilities Manage incoming calls and emails, directing queries appropriately Handle incoming and outgoing post and deliveries Maintain office supplies, stationery, and general organisation Ensure the office environment is clean, organised, and efficient Maintain digital and physical filing systems Organise meetings, including scheduling and basic preparation Assist with diary coordination where required Prepare documents, letters, and general correspondence Provide administrative support across the team Support directors and staff with day-to-day requests Assist site teams with general project administration Print drawings and documentation Assist with ordering materials for site and office use Support processing of purchase invoices Maintain records and documentation Assist with timesheet collection and organisation Provide general finance administration support Assist with onboarding paperwork for new starters Maintain employee and subcontractor records Person Specification Previous experience in an Office Administrator role (construction experience advantageous) Highly organised and methodical Reliable and consistent Strong communication skills Comfortable managing multiple tasks in a busy office environment Proactive with a willingness to support the wider team

RG Consultancy are working with a fantastic growing SME based in Stockport who are looking for a new Financial Controller to join the business. This is a brand-new role created to support continued company growth and a very exciting time to join the business. You will oversee the accounts department, manage a small team and report back into the Financial Director. Competitive salary 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays Bonus scheme Company pension Flexible working hours Car allowance Health insurance + more Role Responsibilities Prepare and oversee monthly management accounts and monitor overall performance Manage budget, forecasting and cashflow across groups Manage the audit and year end processes and liaise with external auditors Prepare statuary accounts Oversee, manage and develop a small growing finance team Maintain strong financial controls and provided reports Provide overall support with the business, be commercially aware and able to communicate effectively with non finance staff Assist the financial director with any projects or growth plans for the business Person specification CIMA/ACCA qualified or finalist Financial Controller Experience working within a financial management role for at least 5+ years Experience working within a property development business, construction or engineering business would be an advantage Strong technical accounting experience/knowledge Strong IT skills and advanced MS Excel Both hands on daily and commercially aware Ability to work within a fast growing business and support future business growth

Financial Controller - Perm £60,000 - £70,000 Basildon - Hybrid Overview of the role This is a newly expanded role within the finance team, acting as the number two to the Finance Director. The position will take ownership of the day-to-day, monthly and annual financial reporting, ensuring the P&L and associated balance sheet are reported accurately and within group deadlines. Working closely with the wider finance team, you will provide financial reporting, analysis and oversight of key accounting processes, while supporting continuous improvement across finance operations. You will also support a range of finance projects across the business, including involvement in a wider systems implementation programme. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Production and review of monthly management accounts, reporting down to gross margin in line with group reporting deadlines • Review of financials prepared by the FP&A Analyst and ensuring accuracy of reporting • Review of invoice postings and revenue recognition for the period • Reconciliation of revenue and preparation of associated journals • Preparation and approval of month end journals • Review and control of key cost of goods sold accounts including inventory, bad debts and carriage costs • Management of intercompany reconciliations • Production and review of monthly balance sheet reconciliations including inventory provisions • Supporting the budgeting and forecasting process across the business • Supporting the Finance Director with financial reporting, analysis and ad hoc requests • Assisting with annual and interim audit processes • Identifying opportunities for process improvements and strengthening financial controls • Deputising for the Finance Director where required • Supporting finance related projects including systems and process improvements Skills and experience • Fully qualified accountant ACCA, CIMA or ACA • Minimum 5 years' experience in a finance or accounting role • Strong experience in management accounts and financial reporting • Highly analytical with strong attention to detail • Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams • Ability to work in a fast paced environment and meet strict reporting deadlines • Process improvement mindset with the ability to support change • Strong Excel skills and good systems awareness • Experience of SAP Business One or similar ERP systems would be beneficial

A specialist independent building services consultancy has, due to planned expansion, an immediate requirement for a high-end intermediate / senior level building services design engineer to join their design team in their Birmingham offices. hybrid remote working available. They work in a wide variety of project sectors including, general commercial, high-end residential, educational, health and MOD. As a mechanical design engineer you would be expected to provide effective designs, conduct surveys, prepare feasibility reports, specifications, provide site supervision and management of mechanical services installations. You should ideally be qualified to a minimum of HND level and have a minimum of 2 years' UK building services design experience. You should have a demonstrable UK building services background. Your responsibilities would include: Design calculations using industry leading software Assisting in preparing reports such as feasibility studies, design reports, specifications and contract administration. Maintaining an up to date knowledge of current standards and legislation. Attending site surveys and client meetings. Implementing technical standards and supporting the business development. Compliance with CDM Regulations must be ensured. Undertaking detailed site surveys and design reviews. Understanding of engineering systems and the ability to report on both mechanical and electrical disciplines during meetings is essential. You would need an appreciation of contract administration, project management and site supervision/inspections and assist with the financial control of project(s) liaising with Project Director. Mentoring and assisting the graduate engineers. Skills and Experience Prefarbly have some Revit MEP experience. Some experience of IES modelling software would be advantageous (but not essential). Ideally some understanding of BIM Level 2 and BIM project deliverables structure. Training will be provided if required Undertaking mechanical designs from inception to completion, sometimes within tight deadlines whilst maintaining accuracy and quality. CEng qualified or working towards CEng. Appropriate membership of professional body, i.e. CIBSE, IMECHE, IET Full UK driving license

Client Local Authority in Barking Job Title Executive Assistant to Director of Education Pay Rate PAYE - 22.02 / UMB 28.71 an hour Hours 36 Hours a week (Mon-Fri)9AM-5PM Duration Initial 3 month contract Location Office based Barking Town Hall 3 days a week Description Job Purpose To provide efficient and effective Executive Assistant support to the Director of Education and act as first point of contact for Headteachers to signpost them to appropriate help and Council services. Specific Accountabilities of the Role Reading, monitoring and responding to emails and other correspondence. Provide responses to routine queries, and draft replies to more complex issues for approval by Director. Managing and maintaining complex diaries, scheduling, prioritising and managing appointments. Prioritise schedules to ensure an effective Executive Assistant service is provided to the Director within remit. Create documents and put in place arrangements to support monitoring, tracking and systematic recording across Education Services. Coordinating meetings, papers for agreed standard meetings and as required, minute meetings, noting actions and progress. Arranging travel and accommodation and preparing travel itineraries. Ensure correspondence and documents are filed/scanned on a regular basis and to dispose of documents in accordance with retention policies. Experience: Ability to manage a Director's inbox and prepare reports, documents and presentations using all Microsoft packages Ability to work on own initiative to plan, organise and prioritise a significant and varied workload with competing demands, working calmly under pressure Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

High Growth Organisation IT Tech Sector - AI Otto James Consulting has been retained in a search and selection process by a Manchester City Center based technology organisation. We search for a talented and ambitions qualified accountant, to step up to a newly created Group Financial Controllers position. The role of Group Financial Controller has come through a restructure and upskilling of talent within the organisations finance function. The need restructure has been implemented following a successful capital raise in 2024. With the next tranche of investment scheduled H2 2026, we look to onboard the right talent as soon as possible, to ensure growth and acquisition opportunities are realised. Reporting to and supporting the Group Finance Director and working closely with the CFO, the role requires a keen ability to work at both Group and detail level. As a newly created role, it provides the new hire with the real chance to make their mark, push their boundaries and play a key role in the value creation journey in a company that is truly innovative within their industry. The Role: With the growth in the organisation, the current framework and infrastructure, albeit effective at the moment, will need modernisation moving forward. This modernisation will be through hiring in new talent, while also looking at technological investments in your team Drive efficiencies and methodology changes across your team. Driving best practice and industry excellence. Prepare weekly / monthly and annual reports for senior leadership team Drive effective group consolidated reporting (monthly management accounts, bank reporting and KPIs) Seek out methods and practices to increase flexibility and speed in AP, AR, payroll, cash flow management and other financial processes whilst maintaining appropriate controls Weekly and monthly cash forecasting and treasury management Statutory reporting, treasury and tax management, ensuring compliant and timely filings Improve and streamline existing financial controls and processes, using technology to automate, ensuring IT systems are relevant and fit for purpose/scale. Responsibility for AP and AR Cost control across the organisation - site CapEx reduction, working with regional operations managers on P&L optimisation and marketing colleagues on paid media spend optimisation. Clearly communicate finance policies and procedures across the organisation, and why they exist Some travel to sites to support growth and business development Ad hoc duties as required and as the business develops further Requirement: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), ideally with experience in a high growth company Strong technical knowledge of statutory accounting (IFRS) and compliance, with experience of taxation (UK and ideally US tax compliance). Experience of managing teams, as working with non-finance and operational managers Experience of group consolidations, including overseas trading entities with foreign currency exposure Although not essential, experience in a PE/VC backed environment helpful Experience in a Multi-site organisation Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, organized and attentive to detail Extremely organised and deadline driven, embrace control and detail focussed Enthusiastic with a proactive personality and 'can do' approach Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines Salary & Benefits Salary at c£86,000 to £95,000 basic plus bonus 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays Pension (up to 9% matched) Personal and company performance bonus Training & development budget 5 Day annual release for Charity in the Community Monthly wellness budget

Associate Director within the Business Services division of a highly reputable Accountancy firm Your new company I am currently working with a highly renowned and long-standing Accountancy Firm in Liverpool City Centre who are keen to appoint an Associate Director within the Business Services division. This firm services multi-generation family businesses, as well as clients across a variety of industries and varied in company size. This is an opportunity to join a highly successful and long-standing department, who have a portfolio ready to hand over, as well as being part of the firm's future succession plans. Your new role You will join an experienced Director team who have all amassed an excellent tenure with the firm. You will support the Director team in the managing and delivery of their portfolio, as well as supporting the Business Services team on a daily basis and the development of advisory skills. You will be part of the future succession planning of an independent firm who are looking to find their next generation of Partners. What you'll need to succeed You will need to display the attributes of a future leader, and lead from the front both internally and externally. You will have excellent management skills, and the ability to support and mentor the wider Business Services team. You will be able to recognise opportunities to up-sell to clients, whilst ensuring client service is at the forefront of your delivery. In future, you will have the ability to develop business, network and win new business for the firm, and have a direct impact on your own / the wider team's portfolio. What you'll get in return You will have the opportunity to work for a market-leading advisory firm, who prioritise their staff work-life balance. There will be both hybrid working available, and flexible working hours. 35 hour working week. Ongoing technical and personal development programmes throughout your career. Connection to a wider international network of accountancy firms. Free parking is available on site. Generous holiday allowance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this Associate Director Role in Liverpool, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Natasha at Hays Public Practice on . 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. #

Overall Purpose of the role You will contribute to the Arts Council's role as the national development agency for creativity and culture. You will do this by building relationships across the cultural sector, attending events and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders to improve access to cultural opportunities. You will support the delivery of our investment programmes by assessing applications, making decisions on funding and monitoring awards. Your sector expertise in one or more of the following specialisms will ensure our work benefits more people and enriches lives across the country as part of the delivery of our strategy for , Let's Create. Main day to day responsibilities As part of your role, you may be asked to contribute to the following: Deliver local, national, and cross team activity that champions, invests in, and increases access to creativity and culture. Take a place-based, creativity-led approach to cultural development by working with local stakeholders in targeted places. Support the development of a relevant specialism and share learning from the sector to inform future strategic, investment or inclusion priorities. Monitor a portfolio of funded organisations, programmes, and strategic funds in line with the Arts Council's policies and processes. Participate in decision making panels on a range of funding programmes and chair panels that consider applications up to £30,000. Assess applications across investment and development programmes for individuals, arts organisations, libraries, and museums. Deliver targeted advice to individuals and organisations. This includes support with funding applications, developing partnerships and measuring the impact of cultural activity. To deliver your role you will: Use data tools effectively to track impact and identify trends. You will manage data in line with data protection regulations and internal policies. Contribute to a positive working culture in the organisation by taking a proactive approach to learning, responding to change, inclusive practice, and environmental responsibility. Reflect the Nolan Principles of Public Life and the Arts Council's values with a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Key relationships Directors, Senior Relationship Managers, other Relationship Managers, Communications and Operations colleagues to provide sector and specialist knowledge to Area management team and National colleagues. National teams, actively collaborating with the relevant National Director(s) and Senior Manager(s) to support the delivery of national priorities. This may also include being a point of contact for the National Director of a particular specialism. External stakeholders including local authorities, other funders and cultural partners. Essential (Skills, Knowledge, and Behaviours) You will have knowledge, work, or voluntary experience relating to specialised sector knowledge of Children & Young People and Learning, Literature and/or Communities and Engagement (multiple specialisms not required) . This may be from the creative and cultural sector or in related sectors such as local government, education, health or similar. You will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the needs, challenges, and opportunities of place-based cultural development work. You will have experience in developing credible relationships with a range of stakeholders in one or more of the cultural, voluntary, public, or commercial sectors. You will have experience using a variety of analytical, communication, and numeracy skills. You will demonstrate a commitment to working in line with the Arts Council's duty as an arm's length public body. This includes an understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion with a commitment to challenging discrimination of all kinds. Desirable (Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours) A good understanding of organisational dynamics and freelance practice including business models, strategic planning, financial management, agile working, and governance. Knowledge or experience of grant giving and monitoring This role will include travel across the whole of Arts Council England's South East region. The successful post holder will become a member of the Norfolk & Suffolk sub-regional place group. This aspect of the role will require regular travel across these two counties to meet organisations and attend events. We are looking for candidates with previous experience of place-based working. We are a Disability Confident Employer and we participate in the 'Offer an Interview' scheme, which means that we offer an interview to any disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role they're applying to, subject to the volume of applications received. Disabled candidates, those living with a long-term condition and/ or neurodivergent candidates may be eligible for this scheme. Our Code of Ethics requires that employees of the Arts Council are not able to receive an Arts Council grant, investment or loan funding - either in person, as a member of a partnership, or for any organisation they own. There are also limitations on board or CEO positions employees can hold in organisations we fund. For more information on this, please talk to the recruiting manager or contact 1st Interviews: (Virtual) 23 and 24 April 2nd Interviews: (Virtual) 30 April

Office Manager Near to Castle Donington / East Midlands Airport (free parking on-site) £40,000 - £50,000 Our client is an established family business with some impressive plans for expansion. They have 3 sites throughout the UK and these sites are coordinated and looked after from the Head Office at Shardlow. We are looking for a friendly and enthusiastic Office Manager to lead the small busy team and take ownership of the day to day running of the office. This is a busy, demanding and varied role and would suit someone with a proven track record in a similar role. The office is a very busy, customer facing environment so great communication skills and a professional attitude are a must. Key responsibilities: Administrative tasks: Overseeing the administration team of four to ensure all customer & supplier records are kept up to date and all processes followed to ensure maximum turnover & profit for business Making supplier & customer payments Liaising with Health & Safety advisors & fire safety advisors to ensure annual checks are carried out. Liaising with company directors to implement any legal requirements and recommendations Liaising with insurers for annual policy renewals & mid-term adjustments. Ensuring company vehicles are all taxed & MOTs completed on time. Maintaining company vehicle database & files. Liaising with suppliers for contract renewals to achieve best rates Ensuring websites are kept updated with new pricing information and items for sale Liaising with suppliers to maintain good working partnerships & obtain quotations Preparation of customer quotations Issuing of Purchase Agreements & Licence Agreements Liaising with the 2 other sites to ensure all customer agreements completed & relevant documents received Resolving customer complaints Providing daily updates of all relevant information to company directors Overseeing ordering of stock for the on-site retail outlet - including the annual stocktake Collation of reports for quarterly management accounts & Year End Finance tasks: Processing invoices ensuring all invoicing is completed on time and accurately Managing expenses and petty cash Bank reconciliations of all accounts Payroll preparation, including collating staff hours Preparing information for VAT returns and submitting VAT returns Preparing and submitting information to HMRC Producing year-end figures Logging customer bank receipts Reconciliation of company credit card statements Credit Control and debt recovery Purchase ledger reconciliation HR tasks: HR preparing and coordinating the staff rota, logging of hours and absences for payroll, payment of wages & PAYE, recruitment (from writing ads to conducting interviews), issuing of contracts and contract amendments Working with an external HR agency regarding any disciplinary matters and ensuring all HR documentation kept up to date Completing annual compliance checks Staff training - both new starters & ongoing for existing staff members A really busy and interesting role in a fast paced environment. Someone with experience of using Sage would be an advantage. Hours of work Monday Friday 9am 5pm and one weekend pcm (with time off in lieu in the week). Please do get in touch if you would like to know more!