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Finance Manager Location: Crewe (Hybrid - 3 days in the office / 2 from home) Salary: Up to £45,000 Contract: 12month Fixed-Term Contract (Immediate Start) An established and rapidly growing e-commerce and manufacturing business is looking to appoint a commercially minded Finance Manager to join the finance team 12month Mat Cover click apply for full job details

Interim Finance Manager (5-6 Week Assignment) Location: East Kilbride Reporting to: Finance Director Contract Type: Interim The Opportunity A confidential organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to support its finance function during a period of change and increased workload. Working alongside the existing Finance Director, you will play a key role in delivering core financial outputs, strengthening controls, and supporting the transition to a new team structure. This is a collaborative, non-hierarchical role designed to add capacity and expertise rather than replace existing leadership. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Controls Support delivery of monthly management reporting and key financial outputs Maintain and strengthen financial controls across the function Assist with audit preparation and external auditor liaison Contribute to the month-end reporting cycle Treasury & Working Capital Support cashflow forecasting and working capital management Assist with banking relationships and invoice finance arrangements Monitor cash position and highlight risks/opportunities Systems & Process Improvement Review and enhance finance processes and systems Identify efficiencies and support implementation of improvements Document processes and embed new ways of working Team & Business Support Work closely with the Finance Manager to ensure continuity of outputs Provide cover and support as required Assist the wider finance team through organisational change Support budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis Key Deliverables (Examples) Weekly 13-week cashflow forecast Aged debt and reporting analysis Stock and working capital insights Monthly cost and headcount reporting About You Essential: Proven experience in a finance manager or senior finance role Strong technical accounting and reporting knowledge Experience in cashflow forecasting and financial controls Hands-on, collaborative approach within a small team Advanced Excel and accounting systems skills Able to quickly adapt in an interim capacity with minimal onboarding Desirable: Professional qualification or part qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) Previous interim/contract experience Exposure to invoice finance and stock environments Experience supporting organisational or finance function change IND-NORTH

Robert Half is partnering with a well-established, business based in Bath to recruit an experienced Management Accountant. This is a great opportunity to join a fast-growing group with a genuine global footprint, working closely with the Group Finance Manager to strengthen financial reporting and drive performance across the business. Management Accountant Bath £250-£300pd Interim - 3-4 months Hybrid (3 days office-based) The Role Prepare and review monthly management accounts across multiple group entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance ahead of consolidation Business partner with stakeholders across the wider organisation, building strong relationships and a clear understanding of the story behind the numbers Work closely with the Transactional team to improve invoice coding and balance sheet reconciliations Oversee cash flow forecasting and VAT returns, supporting the financial health of the group About You Proven track record in a similar Management Accountant role Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) - QBE also considered Sharp analytical skills with a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to resolving discrepancies Strong communicator, comfortable engaging stakeholders at all levels of the business What's on Offer Competitive day rate Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 from home A genuinely supportive, friendly team culture This is a strong opportunity for a Management Accountant looking to join an ambitious, international business with real scope to make an impact. For more details or to apply, please contact Dan Williams at Robert Half - Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Reward Manager Duration - 3 months (initially) Location - London (Hybrid) Daily Rate - 400 Ir35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company) Overview We are seeking an experienced Reward Manager to support and deliver key reward activities, including the annual salary review and bonus processes . This is a hands-on interim role focused on ensuring accurate, timely, and commercially aligned reward delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the annual salary review cycle , including planning, modelling, and implementation Deliver and administer the bonus process (STI), ensuring accuracy and governance Partner with HR and Finance to align reward strategies with business objectives Conduct salary benchmarking and provide market insights Support budgeting, pay modelling, and cost analysis Ensure data integrity across HR systems and reward tools Provide guidance to stakeholders on reward policies and decisions Requirements Proven experience in a Reward Manager or Senior Reward Analyst role Strong knowledge of compensation processes (salary reviews, bonus schemes) Advanced Excel and data analysis skills Experience working in fast-paced, complex organisations Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Desirable Experience with HRIS systems (e.g. Workday, SAP) Experience within large corporate or matrix environments

Temporary Part-Time Management Accountant Supporting Month End About the Company A well-established and growing environmental and remediation services organisation is looking to appoint an experienced Management Accountant to support its finance function on a part-time, fixed-term basis.The business operates across a diverse portfolio of projects, ranging from small-scale interventions through to complex, multi-phase remediation programmes. Its client base includes developers, environmental consultants, local authorities and industrial organisations, and it has built a strong reputation for delivering technically sound, risk-managed solutions.Due to continued growth and an ongoing programme of internal systems improvement and transformation, the business now requires additional finance support to maintain the quality, accuracy and timeliness of its financial reporting. Role Overview This position will play a key role in ensuring the integrity of the month-end process and the delivery of high-quality management information to support decision-making.The successful candidate will take ownership of core reporting processes, ensuring that monthly management accounts are prepared accurately and on schedule. During a period of system and process change, there is a strong emphasis on maintaining consistency, reliability, and control across financial reporting.This role would suit an experienced Management Accountant who is comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a small, fast-paced finance team. Key Role Details Location: Bristol (office-based, with parking available) Contract Type: 6-month fixed-term contract Working Pattern: Part-time (approximately 15-20 hours per week, with flexibility) Salary: Circa £40,000 FTE (pro rata, dependent on experience) Reporting Line: Finance Manager Core Responsibilities The role will involve a broad range of financial and transactional duties, including but not limited to: Financial Reporting & Month-End Full preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines Ownership of the month-end close process, including posting journals and reviewing outputs Completion of balance sheet reconciliations, maintaining clear audit trails and supporting documentation Ensuring consistency and reliability of financial data during ongoing systems changes Financial Control & Compliance Preparation and submission of VAT returns, ensuring compliance with current regulations Supporting the maintenance of strong financial controls and processes Identifying and resolving discrepancies or anomalies within the accounts Transactional Finance Support Overseeing or assisting with invoice processing Supporting supplier payment runs and cash flow processes Providing general support to the wider finance team as required Business Support & Ad Hoc Work Assisting with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting requests Providing support during peak periods or project-based finance work Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function Candidate Profile Qualifications & Experience Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience (minimum 2 years) in month-end accounting and management accounts preparation Experience delivering management accounts through to review stage Prior experience within a project-based or operational environment (e.g. construction, engineering, or services) would be advantageous Technical Skills & Knowledge Essential Strong working knowledge of Sage accounting software (ideally Sage 50) Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including ability to manipulate and analyse data Solid understanding of VAT processes and compliance Ability to maintain structure and accuracy in a changing systems environment Desirable Knowledge of Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) Exposure to ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics or similar platforms Personal Attributes Highly organised with strong attention to detail Able to prioritise workload effectively and meet tight deadlines Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise across teams A proactive and flexible approach, with a "can-do" attitude Comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving business environment Collaborative team player with the ability to build rapport quickly Naturally inquisitive, with the ability to challenge and improve processes Additional Information The organisation is committed to equal opportunities, high standards of customer service, and continuous improvement in health and safety The role offers flexibility in working hours, making it suitable for candidates seeking part-time or portfolio work 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.

Interim finance job in Devon Interim Finance Business Partner - Local Government (Devon) Devon (Predominantly Remote) 6-9 Month Contract Immediate Start Day Rate: Up to £300 per day Hays are working in partnership with a reputable Local Government organisation in the Devon area to recruit an experienced Interim Finance Business Partner to support key service areas during a busy period of change and transformation. This is a critical role, and previous Local Government experience is essential to ensure you can quickly embed within the team and provide effective financial support in a regulated public sector environment. Key Responsibilities:Acting as a Finance Business Partner to service managers, providing financial insight, challenge, and supportLeading on budget setting, forecasting, and financial planning processesDelivering accurate and timely financial reporting, including variance analysis and commentarySupporting senior stakeholders with decision-making through robust financial analysisIdentifying financial risks and opportunities and developing mitigation strategiesSupporting transformation initiatives and driving value for money across servicesEnsuring compliance with Local Government financial regulations and reporting requirements About You:Fully or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)Essential: Proven experience within Local Government financeStrong background in business partnering and stakeholder engagementExcellent analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into meaningful insightConfident communicator, capable of influencing senior non-finance stakeholdersExperience working in complex, fast-paced public sector environmentsStrong Excel skills; experience with Local Authority finance systems is advantageous The Offer:Immediate start with a contract likely to run for 6-9 monthsPredominantly remote working, with occasional on-site presence in DevonOpportunity to play a key role within a public sector organisation delivering essential servicesCompetitive day rate, dependent on experience If you have the required Local Government experience and are available at short notice, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Sewell Wallis is working with a renowned South Yorkshire-based organisation, who are looking to add a Qualified Finance Business Partner to their growing team in Sheffield. This will initially be a temporary role, with scope to develop into a permanent position. The successful candidate will need to be fully CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualified with previous experience working in a Finance Business Partner role. This is a brilliant opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who is confident in building strong stakeholder relationships, supporting cost control initiatives and preparing business cases for key capital projects. What will you be doing? Provide impactful and effective finance business partnering to Budget Holders, the Senior Management and Executive Teams Deliver high quality business and financial analysis, with detailed outcomes and benefits, to identify and present coherent rationales for change, to support continued coordinated, consistent and effective delivery of services Work with the relevant stakeholders to timetable the production of the monthly management accounts, the annual budgeting and in-year forecasting process that is aligned to business plans. Drive continuous improvement in financial management reporting, forecasting and analysis. Drive continuous customer experience improvement by simplifying and improving financial processes to provide your collective internal and external customers with an efficient and effective finance experience. Provide financial acumen, support and challenge to income generation teams, including pricing and financial analysis of new and existing products, contracts and development of process efficiencies and definition of solutions for operational effectiveness Drive analysis and review of information and processes (including cost base and pricing) to ensure operations achieve value for money, sustainability, and maximise their commercial output and resource efficiencies Provide insight through KPIs and reports that offer relevant insight and information on Enterprise business units Provide a clear and understandable narrative to stakeholders and the rest of the team, advocating good accounting principles and helping to educate, inform and develop others within the wider finance team Identify financial risks and ensure that adequate measures and controls are in place for them to be controlled and managed or escalated where necessary. Work with operational business partners to provide the financial analysis and appraisal for bids, tenders and business cases, including cost/benefit of capex investment projects, and support the preparation and submission of business cases to Executive Teams for approval. Work together with the commercial analytics team to provide insightful metrics, analysis and reporting to help explain and predict likely performance, highlighting risks & opportunities, including comparison of competitors and external market markers Utilise technology and tools to continuously improve the presentation and content of the financial management reports to best support and meet the needs of Budget Holders, the Senior Management and Executive Teams. The FBP also supports the Senior Finance Planning & Strategy Manager - Enterprise and operates within a team to deliver against the broader responsibilities and strategic direction for the Enterprise network and broader FP&A remit What skills are we looking for? Professional Accounting Qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) You'll be a commercial finance manager or FBP and will have a strong background in analysis and presenting. Demonstrable, previous, extensive experience in a finance business partner role What's on offer? Flexible, hybrid working 25 days holiday (increasing by 1 day per year up to 30 days) + bank holidays Pension contributions matched up to 8% Life assurance 2 x basic salary Holiday purchase/sell scheme Cycle to work scheme/ Electric Vehicle Scheme Health and Wellbeing portal - access to financial, health and wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme Discounts - you will have access to Blue Light and NHS Discounts as well as discounts on mobile phones, gym membership, cinema tickets, restaurants, holidays and shopping Send us your CV below or contact Lawrie Bacon 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.

We are currently supporting an organisation based in Dorset that are looking to bring in an experienced interim Finance Manager to support them through a period of transition. Duration: 5 Weeks (with potential for extension) Location: Dorset - Office based preference but can be flexible dependent on distance and experience Day Rate: Up to £340 per day via Umbrella dependent on experience Start Date: ASAP Responsibilities: Preparing Monthly Management Accounts - clearing a 3-month backlog. Balance sheet reconciliations including intercompany, fixed assets and depreciation schedules. Calculate and post manual provisions such as accruals and prepayments. Manage VAT return preparation and related reconciliations. Cashflow forecasting through accurate tracking of payments, income, costs, and project-level cash metrics. Any other ad-hoc duties. About You: Open to QBE or Qualified. Strong Excel skills required as data set heavy. For more information on this role, please apply online or email a copy of your CV Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Pensions Fund Accountant (Interim) Location: London (Hybrid) Rate: £400 per day (Umbrella) Contract: Interim - 3-6months + We are supporting a London Borough in the appointment of an experienced Pensions Fund Accountant to join their finance team on an interim basis. This role sits within a high-value Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) environment, supporting a fund of circa £2.2bn. This is a key role focused on ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of pension fund financial reporting, working closely with senior stakeholders including investment managers, auditors, and internal finance teams. Key Responsibilities: Support the production of the Pension Fund Annual Report & Accounts in line with CIPFA requirements Prepare and review monthly investment and transaction reporting across a large pension fund portfolio Lead on complex reconciliations, ensuring accuracy within financial systems Manage and clear pension fund suspense accounts on a regular basis Maintain robust working papers and audit trails, acting as a key contact for internal and external auditors Liaise with fund managers, custodians, and pension administrators to validate financial data Support ESG reporting and governance-related activities Undertake transactional finance duties including invoice processing and query resolution Requirements: Proven experience in pension fund accounting (essential) Previous experience working within Local Government / LGPS (essential) Strong technical accounting background including reconciliations and general ledger work Working knowledge of CIPFA reporting standards Experience working with large datasets and complex financial structures Strong stakeholder engagement skills

Sewell Wallis are currently working with a growing and well-established business based in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, who a recruiting an Accounts Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join an organisation that genuinely invests in its people and offers a collaborative, supportive working environment. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of work, they are looking to strengthen their finance team with an ambitious and proactive individual who is keen to develop their skills and build a long-term career within finance. Reporting into the Group Finance Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance function whilst gaining exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities. What will you be doing? Managing aspects of the sales ledger, purchase ledger and credit control functions. Reconciling company bank accounts and ensuring financial records remain accurate and up to date. Supporting purchase ledger activities, including invoice processing and supplier account management. Preparing subcontractor payment runs and maintaining accurate records. Producing CIS returns and supporting compliance requirements. Processing company credit card transactions and reconciliations. Maintaining company vehicle and associated finance records. Assisting with month-end processes and supporting the timely production of management information. Producing accurate financial reports and supporting analysis for management. Assisting with monthly cash flow forecasting and monitoring business performance. Supporting weekly payroll processes and subcontractor payments. Working closely with the wider finance team to continuously improve processes and controls. What skills are we looking for? A minimum of 5 years' experience within an accounts or finance role. Ideally AAT qualified, studying towards AAT or holding an equivalent qualification. Strong understanding of transactional finance processes, including sales ledger, purchase ledger and reconciliations. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Strong communication skills and a professional approach. Experience within the construction sector would be advantageous but is not essential. Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop. What's on offer? 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Annual discretionary bonus scheme. Income protection and Employee Assistance Programme. Ongoing training and development opportunities. Company events and employee referral scheme. Long service awards. Free onsite parking. Opportunity to join a people-focused organisation with a strong culture and long-term career prospects. Stable, growing business with a supportive and collaborative team environment. If you're an experienced Accounts Assistant looking to join a business where your contribution is genuinely valued and where you can develop your career in a supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply now or get in touch with Eleanor Kirk 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.

Strategic Financial Planning & Analysis Manager - Interim 6 Month Contract - Hybrid Working - Edinburgh Your new companyHays Senior Finance are partnering with a large, complex organisation within a highly regulated and evolving sector to recruit an experienced Strategic Financial Planning & Analysis Manager on an interim 6-month contract.This is a key leadership role within the finance function, supporting senior stakeholders and driving high-quality financial insight to inform operational and strategic decision-making during a period of change. The organisation operates across multiple business areas with significant budgets, offering the opportunity to make an immediate and meaningful impact. Hybrid working arrangements are on offer.Your new roleReporting directly to the Finance Director, you will take ownership of the financial planning and analysis function. You will lead the production of monthly management accounts, delivering detailed variance analysis and actionable insight to senior leadership.You will oversee the financial planning cycle, including budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling, ensuring robust and accurate projections across all business areas. Working closely with senior stakeholders and budget holders, you will provide expert advice on financial performance, risks, and opportunities.The role will also involve oversight of capital accounting and fixed asset processes, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and internal controls. You will collaborate across the wider finance team to deliver high-quality reporting to executive leadership and external stakeholders, while identifying opportunities to enhance processes and improve financial reporting. What you'll need to succeedTo be considered for this interim Strategic FP&A Manager role, you will be a fully qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent) with proven experience in financial planning, management accounting, and reporting within a complex organisation.You will possess strong technical accounting knowledge, alongside the ability to develop accurate forecasts and provide clear financial insight. Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the confidence to influence and challenge senior stakeholders are essential.You will be a proactive and adaptable professional, capable of quickly adding value in an interim capacity. Experience within a regulated or public sector environment would be advantageous, though not essential. What you'll get in returnThis interim opportunity offers a competitive day rate or salary, dependent on experience, alongside the opportunity to operate in a highly visible role with exposure to senior decision-makers.You will gain valuable experience leading financial planning activities within a complex organisation, contributing to key strategic initiatives while working in a flexible hybrid environment.What you need to do nowIf 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.

Debbie Burbage Recruitment is delighted to be working exclusively with our client to recruit an experienced Finance Manager\Management Accountant for an interesting interim opportunity. Initially offered on a fixed term contract basis until 31st December 2026, with the potential to extend beyond this date, this is a fantastic role for a commercially minded management accountant who enjoys partnering with senior leaders, improving financial processes and providing meaningful financial insight that supports strategic decision making. Managing one direct report, you will lead by example, supporting their development whilst remaining actively involved in the day-to-day financial operations. This role would suit a finance professional who enjoys balancing operational responsibilities with the opportunity to influence and support wider business strategy. The Role Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this is a varied and hands-on role that combines day-to-day financial management with strategic business partnering. You will play a key role in ensuring the organisation maintains strong financial controls, delivers accurate reporting and provides meaningful financial insight. Key responsibilities will include: Preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reporting Revenue analysis and performance reporting Weekly cashflow forecasting and monitoring Payroll review, journals and reporting Balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls Oversight of Gift Aid processes VAT returns and statutory reporting Fixed asset management and reporting Oversight of multiple income streams and financial performance analysis Supporting budget preparation, forecasting and financial planning Producing meaningful reports and analysis for senior leadership Financial modelling to support business growth initiatives Day to day management, mentoring and development of one direct report Remaining actively involved in the day to day finance function whilst driving improvements in processes and controls Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and external audit requirements Ensuring compliance with financial, taxation and regulatory obligations Advising on opportunities to improve profitability, efficiencies and cost control Managing cashflow and monitoring debtor and creditor positions Building strong relationships across the organisation and acting as a trusted finance business partner The Candidate: You will be a part qualified, qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA) or QBE with strong management accounting experience and a hands on approach. Comfortable working both strategically and operationally, you will enjoy partnering with senior leaders whilst remaining actively involved in the day-to-day finance function. With strong analytical skills, excellent Excel knowledge and experience of Xero or a similar accounting system, you will be confident in producing meaningful financial insight to support business decision-making. You will also have experience developing processes, improving controls and building positive relationships across an organisation. As this role includes responsibility for one direct report, you will be a supportive and approachable people manager who enjoys developing others and contributing to a collaborative team environment. Experience within a charity, not-for-profit or similar organisation would be advantageous but is not essential. Remuneration £45,000 - circa£50,000 per annum, (pro-rata for the contract duration) depending on experience 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 33 days holiday, including statutory days On-site parking Based in South West Northamptonshire, it is within a commutable distance of Daventry, Towcester, Brackley, Bicester, Milton Keynes, Northampton and Banbury. Debbie Burbage Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. Candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. We are a member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. By applying to this vacancy, you are consenting to Debbie Burbage Recruitment making contact with you and processing your data in line with our Privacy Policy under GDPR (General Data Protection Regulations). For further information relating to our Privacy Policy please see the link in the footer of our website.

Are you an experienced Commercial Contract Accountant looking for your next interim opportunity within the Facilities Management sector? We are recruiting for a commercially focused finance professional to support two established PFI Facilities Management contracts in oxfordshire. This is a key role within the leadership team, providing financial insight, driving performance, and supporting strategic decision-making across complex operational environments. The Role As Commercial Contract Accountant, you will be responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, managing month-end processes, and providing commercial support to contract and operational teams. Key responsibilities include: Producing accurate monthly management accounts in line with IFRS and company policies. Managing month-end activities, including journals, reconciliations, and balance sheet reviews. Maintaining full P&L and balance sheet responsibility for two contracts. Leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities. Identifying cost-saving opportunities through financial and operational analysis. Developing financial models and preparing quarterly accounting papers. Presenting financial performance, risks, and opportunities to senior stakeholders. Driving continuous improvement across finance processes and controls. Acting as the key finance contact for contract management teams and auditors. Ensuring accurate billing and supporting effective cash collection. Managing financial data and reporting through SAP. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Essential Qualified Accountant or equivalent experience. 5+ years' accounting experience. Strong contract accounting and commercial finance background. Excellent technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS. Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills. Ability to influence and challenge senior operational teams. Strong attention to detail with a commercial mindset. Desirable Facilities Management experience. PFI contract experience. SAP knowledge. Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading Facilities Management organisation and play a pivotal role in supporting high-profile contracts. You'll work closely with senior leaders, influence key business decisions, and make an immediate impact within a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Apply Now If you're an experienced Commercial Contract Accountant, Finance Business Partner, Contract Finance Manager, or Management Accountant looking for your next interim challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV for a confidential discussion. Interviews are taking place shortly, so early applications are encouraged.

£500 per day (Inside IR35) Birmingham (Hybrid - 3-4 days on-site) 6-Month Contract Hays are working in partnership with a local council to recruit an experienced Service Improvement Manager on an interim basis. This role sits within the Council's Finance Directorate, supporting the delivery of key service improvement plans across a range of commercial areas. This is a dynamic, city-wide role requiring travel across Birmingham to support various commercial services. You will play a pivotal role in identifying opportunities for improvement, enhancing performance, and driving commercial outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Work closely with services to identify and capitalise on improvement opportunities, delivering robust improvement plans. Support service redesign, performance optimisation, and commercial growth across multiple service areas. Identify barriers to delivery and provide practical solutions to ensure progress is achieved. Constructively challenge existing practices and support the adoption of new ways of working. Engage with stakeholders across the organisation to influence and drive change. About You: Proven experience in finance and service improvement programmes. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Experience delivering transformation and change, both system and cultural, across varied business areas. Commercially minded, with the ability to assess and improve business performance. Methodical, resilient, and comfortable working in complex and challenging environments. Ability to operate strategically while also delivering hands-on results. Full UK driving licence required, with flexibility to travel across multiple sites. This is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible impact within a public sector environment, driving meaningful change and improvement across city services. If you wish to be considered for the role, please send your updated CV!

We are seeking an experienced Interim AP/AR Manager to join our finance team on a 4-month contract . The successful candidate will take ownership of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations, ensuring accurate processing, strong financial controls, and effective management of cash flow during a busy period. Key Responsibilities: Oversee day-to-day AP and AR activities. Manage invoice processing, payment runs, credit control, and reconciliations. Monitor aged debt and support cash collection activities. Ensure accuracy of financial records and compliance with internal controls. Lead, support, and coordinate AP/AR team activities. Assist with month-end processes and reporting. Identify and implement process improvements where appropriate. Requirements: Proven experience managing AP and AR functions within a finance environment. Strong understanding of financial controls and reconciliation processes. Experience supervising or leading finance teams. Proficient in accounting systems and Excel. Available to start at short notice.

Sewell Wallis is working exclusively with a fast growing, market leading business based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, as they look to recruit a Management Accountant to join their team. This Management Accountant role reports to the Finance Manager and will be responsible for preparing and maintaining accurate costs or Gross Margin for up multiple sites. In addition, the successful candidate will provide up to date financial data, including forecasting and budget, that is needed for the smooth running of the operation and to ensure regulatory and audit compliance requirements are met. The role will be based at one of two sites in West Yorkshire and will involve business partnering with key senior stakeholders across the business in a highly visible role. What will you be doing? Manage the financial PO reporting, accruals, and reconciliations for the purchasing / sales process. Prepare and process month end journals. Balance sheet reconciliations. Month end variance analysis and other month end reports. Foreign currency transactions. All month end duties up to and including the first draft of the variance analysis and cashflow for costs or Gross Margin for up to 3 sites Month end review with Financial Controller, Senior Accountant, Operations Manager and FP&A manager for the area of the P&L you are responsible for Providing support to the team as required, including cover for other roles as needed. Business partnering the managers and departments on site to support adherence to full financial controls. What skills will you need? Qualified in CIMA/ACCA. Strong IT knowledge, especially in Advanced Excel and accounting systems. Strong technical management reporting skills, along with unwavering attention to detail and an ability to build relationships through effective communication. Experience of Business partnering What's on offer? 10% Bonus Hybrid working 25 days holiday + bank holidays Private Medical & Dental Insurance Enhanced pension Flexible working hours 4X annual salary life assurance Retail discounts Please apply below, or for more information, contact Lawrie Bacon. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

We are seeking an experienced Interim FP&A Manager to join our finance team on a 4-month contract . This role will focus on delivering high-quality financial planning, analysis, and business partnering support to key stakeholders, helping drive informed decision-making and business performance. Key Responsibilities: Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities. Provide insightful financial analysis and performance reporting. Partner with operational and commercial teams to support decision-making. Develop and maintain financial models and KPI reporting. Challenge assumptions and identify risks and opportunities across the business. Support month-end review processes and variance analysis. Deliver ad hoc analysis and strategic financial support as required. Requirements: Proven FP&A experience within a commercial business environment. Strong business partnering and stakeholder management skills. Advanced Excel and financial modelling capabilities. Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting. Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders. Available to start at short notice.

3-6 month contract role starting ASAP Interim Global Lease Controller- c.£100-125k - PE backed Bristol business Immediate Start Highly Flexible A large, complex international group is seeking an experienced senior finance leader to take ownership of its global lease portfolio in a business-critical role with significant executive exposure. This role sits at the centre of the organisation's financial governance, providing oversight of lease accounting, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring robust control across multiple jurisdictions. The role: Lead and oversee all lease-related activity globally, ensuring consistent governance and control across the full lease lifecycle Provide strategic insight on lease vs. buy decisions, partnering with CFO, CEO and senior leadership Full accountability for IFRS 16 reporting, balance sheet integrity, and high-quality disclosures Oversee right-of-use assets and lease liabilities, including valuation, remeasurement and life cycle management Own audit relationships for lease accounting, ensuring audit readiness and timely resolution of issues Provide senior oversight of lease contract governance, working closely with Property, Legal and Procurement Drive performance, controls and continuous improvement across global lease processes Lead and develop a team of c.8 (manager to analyst level) Key requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) Deep, hands-on IFRS 16 lease accounting experience in a large, complex organisation (non-negotiable) Proven senior leadership experience with ownership of complex balance sheet areas Strong background in audit, controls, and global finance environments Practice candidates are considered at Director level or above. Package & details: c.£100-125k (FTC) or day rate equivalent Highly flexible working - 2-4 days per month in the office Immediate start required This is a high-impact, visible role that will move quickly. Please get in touch for a confidential discussion if you have the required IFRS 16 & lease reporting experience and are available at short notice.

We are currently recruiting for an IT Support Manager to join a well-established and highly successful business based in Luton on an interim/temp basis for an immediate start. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced IT professional to join the business at an exciting time, supporting a busy internal IT function and taking ownership of day-to-day operations whilst also leading a small team of 2. The business is looking for someone who can come in quickly and make an immediate impact, helping to support a number of ongoing projects whilst ensuring the smooth running of the IT support function. Longer term this is a permanent position and something that will be recruited for, meaning the person in this role could put themselves in the drivers' seat to be considered for that and first choice! But equally, if you're just free and looking to support the team for a few months, that'd be extremely helpful and of suit too. This role would suit someone who enjoys remaining hands-on technically whilst also leading and developing others. You'll act as the senior technical point of escalation within the team whilst managing two IT Support Analysts and helping to ensure the department continues to deliver an excellent service across the business. This is a hybrid role, with employees required to work from the Luton office three days per week. Hours are Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm, with an hours break, a 35 hour working week in total. The salary on offer for this position is 43,000 - 48,000 depending on experience, so on a temp basis this would be weekly pay and a day rate of 165 to 185 + holiday pay. Duties: Line managing, mentoring and developing two IT Support Analysts. Managing day-to-day team administration including holiday planning, absence management and ensuring adequate site cover. Overseeing helpdesk activity and ensuring tickets and tasks are managed effectively. Acting as the senior technical escalation point for complex IT issues. Supporting and maintaining network infrastructure, servers and cloud-based systems. Liaising with stakeholders across the business, translating technical information into clear and understandable language. Ensuring high levels of system availability and coordinating preventative maintenance activities. Taking ownership of smaller technical projects including hardware upgrades, software updates and security improvements. Supporting the delivery of larger IT projects alongside the IT Manager. Creating and maintaining technical documentation, processes and standard operating procedures. Driving continuous improvement across IT support processes and service delivery. Candidate requirements: Previous experience in a busy, hands-on IT support environment. Previous experience managing, mentoring or leading junior team members. Strong technical knowledge across network infrastructure, server administration and Microsoft Office 365/Azure environments. Experience supporting business-critical systems and applications. Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the business. Highly organised with strong project coordination and workload management skills. A proactive and solutions-focused approach. Ability to prioritise effectively and work well under pressure. Experience supporting ERP systems would be advantageous, particularly Business Central. Looking for the next step in your career? Think Specialist Recruitment. Think Specialist Recruitment is an independent support staff recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead and working across the Herts, Beds and Bucks area. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment with areas of expertise including: administration, customer service/call centre, PA/secretarial, human resources, accountancy and finance, sales admin/sales support, marketing and IT Helpdesk/IT support.

Leading travel industry Corporation tax manager Hybrid contract role. Your new company This client is a leading player in the travel industry with the corporate headquarters in London. This role sits within the tax team providing services to the whole organisation. Your new role This is a tax role within a global organisation providing tax services across the group, supporting key business units and leveraging expertise to ensure compliance, effective risk management, and identification of tax opportunities. You will be working in collaboration with group tax, finance teams, auditors, and external advisors. Key Responsibilities: Prepare corporation tax computations and support the end-to-end compliance cycleDeliver IFRS tax reporting, including statutory accounts, interim reporting, and tax notesSupport audit processes and provide analysis to internal and external auditorsProduce cash tax and forecasting modelsAssist with tax advice on commercial transactions and restructuring activitiesPromote tax policy adherence and respond to ad hoc queriesCollaborate with group tax teams, UK finance functions, and external advisors to ensure accurate and consistent tax outcomes. What you'll need to succeed ACA / CTA with a minimum of 5 years' experience with in-house tax or large corporate tax Experience with Alpha tax preferredStrong analytical and reasoning skillsAbility to manage tax projects autonomously with stress reliance and accuracyHelp to build or enhance tax and business networks to make work more effectiveProactive approach in order to acquire knowledge and awareness of the business to provide commercially focused tax support What you'll get in return Competitive day rate with hybrid working. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.