Supplier Relations & Operations Manager Job Type: Full Time (37 hours per week) Location : Huddersfield Salary : £38,000 - £42,000 per annum Role overview This is an exciting opportunity to join our growing Brand Transformation team. We provide specialist advisory services to a range of blue-chip clients across many different sectors, helping our clients to navigate the complexities of their global brand rollouts. This role is an essential part of our programme management community, the role is wide ranging, covering a variety of supplier management and commercial activities associated with external client delivery and internal operational management. The successful candidate will ideally have experience in supplier management, be enthusiastic around the use of data, be strong at data analysis, have excellent communication and personal skills with the ability to manage clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders. Experience working within a brand implementation / consultancy or within the fit-out sector is desirable. Supplier Management Day to day management of activities for our Brand Transformation clients including: Proactive management of suppliers, including regular status updates relating to timelines, pricing, risk, and issue rectification. Management and ownership of RFI & RFP processes on behalf of our clients. Regular client communication and reporting of status updates. Management of internal project stakeholders. Alongside active client work there is an expectation of the role to include the following: Ensure all programme and project related activity is conducted with fully audited and approved suppliers. Regularly interact with local, regional, and global colleagues on bid activity, offering insights and best practice ways of working. Present progress updates to senior commercial colleagues. Create and maintain internal datasets that relate to our commercial and supply chain data, propositions, and intellectual property. Undertake market research and support benchmarking activity, identifying data sources and trends from across the sectors that we operate. Have an analytical approach to supplier commercial activity. Understand BI tools and how they are best utilised to support excellent client delivery. Regularly interact and build strong relationships with regional commercial and supply chain colleagues. Assist in the development of our commercial and supply chain Brand Transformation / PMO propositions. Use our cost data to advise our clients about project and programme commercial decisions. Regularly interact with our key suppliers (domestically, regionally, and globally) to find out about latest market insights, demand and technologies. Use this information to provide a unique point of view to our clients. Operational Support Prepare month end billing for all Brand Transformation advisory activity. Manage and co-ordinate project set up for all Brand Transformation programmes. Own the Brand Transformation purchase orders for our advisory services, monitor spend against PO value. Consult with and support the finance team with chasing payments for outstanding invoices. Support with collating operational level information for bids and opportunities. Understanding AI tools for business, engaging in innovation, and supporting team members to deliver best in case use of AI for supplier and commercial management. Knowledge, Skills & Attributes: 3 5 years of experience in a similar role. Client Focussed, with excellent client management skills. Excellent organisational skills, focused and the ability to multi-task, prioritise projects and meet deadlines in an ever changing, fast paced environment. Relevant experience of managing supply chains and commercial management preferable. Knowledge of SAP (not essential as training can be provided) Experience of using B.I. tools to support communications. Flexible approach. Willing to travel, including outside of the UK (as required). Close attention to detail. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Principle Global, please do not hesitate to apply.
May 08, 2026
Full time
Supplier Relations & Operations Manager Job Type: Full Time (37 hours per week) Location : Huddersfield Salary : £38,000 - £42,000 per annum Role overview This is an exciting opportunity to join our growing Brand Transformation team. We provide specialist advisory services to a range of blue-chip clients across many different sectors, helping our clients to navigate the complexities of their global brand rollouts. This role is an essential part of our programme management community, the role is wide ranging, covering a variety of supplier management and commercial activities associated with external client delivery and internal operational management. The successful candidate will ideally have experience in supplier management, be enthusiastic around the use of data, be strong at data analysis, have excellent communication and personal skills with the ability to manage clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders. Experience working within a brand implementation / consultancy or within the fit-out sector is desirable. Supplier Management Day to day management of activities for our Brand Transformation clients including: Proactive management of suppliers, including regular status updates relating to timelines, pricing, risk, and issue rectification. Management and ownership of RFI & RFP processes on behalf of our clients. Regular client communication and reporting of status updates. Management of internal project stakeholders. Alongside active client work there is an expectation of the role to include the following: Ensure all programme and project related activity is conducted with fully audited and approved suppliers. Regularly interact with local, regional, and global colleagues on bid activity, offering insights and best practice ways of working. Present progress updates to senior commercial colleagues. Create and maintain internal datasets that relate to our commercial and supply chain data, propositions, and intellectual property. Undertake market research and support benchmarking activity, identifying data sources and trends from across the sectors that we operate. Have an analytical approach to supplier commercial activity. Understand BI tools and how they are best utilised to support excellent client delivery. Regularly interact and build strong relationships with regional commercial and supply chain colleagues. Assist in the development of our commercial and supply chain Brand Transformation / PMO propositions. Use our cost data to advise our clients about project and programme commercial decisions. Regularly interact with our key suppliers (domestically, regionally, and globally) to find out about latest market insights, demand and technologies. Use this information to provide a unique point of view to our clients. Operational Support Prepare month end billing for all Brand Transformation advisory activity. Manage and co-ordinate project set up for all Brand Transformation programmes. Own the Brand Transformation purchase orders for our advisory services, monitor spend against PO value. Consult with and support the finance team with chasing payments for outstanding invoices. Support with collating operational level information for bids and opportunities. Understanding AI tools for business, engaging in innovation, and supporting team members to deliver best in case use of AI for supplier and commercial management. Knowledge, Skills & Attributes: 3 5 years of experience in a similar role. Client Focussed, with excellent client management skills. Excellent organisational skills, focused and the ability to multi-task, prioritise projects and meet deadlines in an ever changing, fast paced environment. Relevant experience of managing supply chains and commercial management preferable. Knowledge of SAP (not essential as training can be provided) Experience of using B.I. tools to support communications. Flexible approach. Willing to travel, including outside of the UK (as required). Close attention to detail. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Principle Global, please do not hesitate to apply.
Senior Finance Interim, Temp, Contract & Project Opportunities Bristol & Bath April onwards Following an exceptionally busy Q1, the Hays Senior Finance Interim, Temp, Contract & Project Team is heading into Q2 with multiple live and upcoming assignments across the Bristol and Bath market. We are currently keen to connect with available and soon-to-be-available senior finance professionals who are considering their next interim, contract or project-based move from April onwards. Whether you're an experienced portfolio interim or exploring your next short-term opportunity, we'd welcome a confidential conversation. Why register with Hays Senior Finance? We work with a broad range of organisations across the South West and are seeing growing demand for senior finance capability across transformation, change, BAU cover and critical projects. We can offer: Flexible working options - remote, hybrid and on-site roles Competitive day rates, typically ranging from 250 to 1,000 per day IR35 scope variety - inside, outside and assessment-led projects. Opportunities across multiple industries and sectors Temp-to-perm options for those open to longer-term moves Streamlined recruitment processes, including one-stage interviews Immediate and short-notice starts Access to exclusive and retained assignments Roles we regularly recruit for Our qualified team covers interim, contract and project appointments across senior finance, including: CFO / Chief Financial Officer Finance Director / Head of Finance Financial Controller / Group Financial Controller Finance Business Partner / Senior Finance Business Partner Head of FP&A / FP&A Manager / Finance Analyst Finance Manager / Management Accountant Financial Accountant / Group Accountant Project Accountant / Systems Accountant Who should get in touch? Immediately available or available within the next few months Experienced in interim, contract or project finance roles Qualified accountants (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent preferred) Open to work across Bristol, Bath and the wider South West Interested? Click Apply Now to submit your CV to the Hays Senior Finance Team, or contact Charles Maidment directly via LinkedIn or email for a confidential discussion about upcoming opportunities. 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 (url removed)
May 08, 2026
Seasonal
Senior Finance Interim, Temp, Contract & Project Opportunities Bristol & Bath April onwards Following an exceptionally busy Q1, the Hays Senior Finance Interim, Temp, Contract & Project Team is heading into Q2 with multiple live and upcoming assignments across the Bristol and Bath market. We are currently keen to connect with available and soon-to-be-available senior finance professionals who are considering their next interim, contract or project-based move from April onwards. Whether you're an experienced portfolio interim or exploring your next short-term opportunity, we'd welcome a confidential conversation. Why register with Hays Senior Finance? We work with a broad range of organisations across the South West and are seeing growing demand for senior finance capability across transformation, change, BAU cover and critical projects. We can offer: Flexible working options - remote, hybrid and on-site roles Competitive day rates, typically ranging from 250 to 1,000 per day IR35 scope variety - inside, outside and assessment-led projects. Opportunities across multiple industries and sectors Temp-to-perm options for those open to longer-term moves Streamlined recruitment processes, including one-stage interviews Immediate and short-notice starts Access to exclusive and retained assignments Roles we regularly recruit for Our qualified team covers interim, contract and project appointments across senior finance, including: CFO / Chief Financial Officer Finance Director / Head of Finance Financial Controller / Group Financial Controller Finance Business Partner / Senior Finance Business Partner Head of FP&A / FP&A Manager / Finance Analyst Finance Manager / Management Accountant Financial Accountant / Group Accountant Project Accountant / Systems Accountant Who should get in touch? Immediately available or available within the next few months Experienced in interim, contract or project finance roles Qualified accountants (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent preferred) Open to work across Bristol, Bath and the wider South West Interested? Click Apply Now to submit your CV to the Hays Senior Finance Team, or contact Charles Maidment directly via LinkedIn or email for a confidential discussion about upcoming opportunities. 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 (url removed)
About the Role Finance Manager (Revenue & Cost of Sales) Location: Leeds Gelderd Road Working pattern: Hybrid, 3 days in the office and 2 days from home Business area: UK Processing This is a key finance role sitting at the heart of financial performance for UK Processing. As Finance Manager (Revenue & Cost of Sales) at Panda, you will take ownership of accurate accounting, reporting and control across revenue and cost of sales for multiple businesses. You will work closely with Finance, FP&A, IT and Operations to make sure the numbers genuinely reflect what is happening across the business. This means getting into the detail, questioning data where needed, explaining performance clearly and helping senior leaders understand the story behind the results. This Finance Manager (Revenue & Cost of Sales) role combines technical accounting, commercial insight, stakeholder management and people leadership. It also offers the opportunity to support ERP implementation and finance transformation as Panda continues to strengthen its systems, processes and reporting capability. What you ll be doing You will be responsible for ensuring revenue and cost of sales are accurately accounted for each month across all UK Processing businesses, with strong financial control across both the P&L and balance sheet. Key responsibilities will include: Owning month-end accounting and reporting for revenue and cost of sales across UK Processing. Ensuring intercompany transactions are recorded correctly, with a clear understanding of UK operational structures. Reviewing gross margin performance and explaining variances against budget, forecasts and KPIs. Partnering with FP&A to align month-end accounting with weekly performance and insight reporting. Investigating and resolving financial queries, discrepancies and data issues across Finance, IT and Operations. Interrogating and validating data across multiple systems, including Sage, Workday, AMCS and BI dashboards. Maintaining robust balance sheet accounting for revenue and cost of sales accruals. Preparing and presenting monthly results to the Financial Controller, Finance Director and CFO. Supporting annual budgeting and external audit processes relating to revenue and cost of sales. Contributing to the successful embedding of the new ERP system. Managing, coaching and developing one direct report, a Management Accountant. About You You will be a technically strong and commercially aware finance professional who enjoys working close to operations. You will be confident challenging numbers that do not look right, comfortable working with complex data, and able to explain financial performance in a clear, practical way. You will bring: Full accountancy qualification, such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA. Strong financial control experience across both P&L and balance sheet. Experience working with complex data and multiple financial systems. Strong attention to detail and the ability to spot issues, trends and inconsistencies. A proactive, problem-solving approach. Confidence working with stakeholders across Finance, IT, FP&A and Operations. Clear communication skills, including confidence presenting to senior leaders. Experience working in industry or commerce would be preferred. Previous people management experience would be beneficial. Why join Panda? This is a high-impact Finance Manager (Revenue & Cost of Sales) opportunity with ownership of one of the most critical areas of the P&L. You will have regular exposure to senior finance leadership and the CFO, while playing an important role in improving the quality, accuracy and usefulness of financial reporting. You will join a business where finance is closely connected to operations, performance and decision-making. The role offers a strong mix of technical accounting, commercial insight, process improvement and people management. You will also be involved in ERP implementation and finance transformation, helping to shape stronger processes and better reporting for the future. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a commercially focused Finance Manager (Revenue & Cost of Sales) role in a business focused on sustainability, safety, service excellence and long-term growth. About Us We are Panda. We value waste. We re in the business of waste management but that doesn t just mean collecting bins. Behind every collection is a passionate team of people finding smarter, safer, and more sustainable ways to recycle and repurpose materials that would otherwise go to waste. Over the past 30 years, Panda has grown into a leading resource recovery business, bringing together almost 3,000 people across multiple brands, united by a shared vision and strong values. While our operations are diverse, our purpose is clear: to protect our people, support our customers, and create positive impact for the communities and environments we serve. At Panda, people are at the heart of everything we do. We work as one team, combining different skills, experiences, and perspectives to achieve shared goals. We care for each other s wellbeing, encourage development, and support growth because we know we re stronger together. We expect excellence in how we operate. High standards, bold thinking, and continuous improvement drive our passion for innovation. We challenge the ordinary, put safety first, and embrace new ideas while delivering practical, cost-effective solutions that move our business forward. We own what we do. From day-to-day tasks to major projects, we take pride in our work and responsibility for the outcome. We don t walk past problems we address them together. Our expertise, reliability, and care reflect who we are and the difference we make. And above all, we act with trust and integrity. Trust is built through open communication, honesty, and accountability. It allows us to move quickly, make confident decisions, and deliver results knowing our people are empowered to do the right thing. Our journey depends on talented, committed people who want to make an impact. Take the first step and join us on the journey. Panda is committed to attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate and the people we serve. (DE&I Policy Statement)
May 08, 2026
Full time
About the Role Finance Manager (Revenue & Cost of Sales) Location: Leeds Gelderd Road Working pattern: Hybrid, 3 days in the office and 2 days from home Business area: UK Processing This is a key finance role sitting at the heart of financial performance for UK Processing. As Finance Manager (Revenue & Cost of Sales) at Panda, you will take ownership of accurate accounting, reporting and control across revenue and cost of sales for multiple businesses. You will work closely with Finance, FP&A, IT and Operations to make sure the numbers genuinely reflect what is happening across the business. This means getting into the detail, questioning data where needed, explaining performance clearly and helping senior leaders understand the story behind the results. This Finance Manager (Revenue & Cost of Sales) role combines technical accounting, commercial insight, stakeholder management and people leadership. It also offers the opportunity to support ERP implementation and finance transformation as Panda continues to strengthen its systems, processes and reporting capability. What you ll be doing You will be responsible for ensuring revenue and cost of sales are accurately accounted for each month across all UK Processing businesses, with strong financial control across both the P&L and balance sheet. Key responsibilities will include: Owning month-end accounting and reporting for revenue and cost of sales across UK Processing. Ensuring intercompany transactions are recorded correctly, with a clear understanding of UK operational structures. Reviewing gross margin performance and explaining variances against budget, forecasts and KPIs. Partnering with FP&A to align month-end accounting with weekly performance and insight reporting. Investigating and resolving financial queries, discrepancies and data issues across Finance, IT and Operations. Interrogating and validating data across multiple systems, including Sage, Workday, AMCS and BI dashboards. Maintaining robust balance sheet accounting for revenue and cost of sales accruals. Preparing and presenting monthly results to the Financial Controller, Finance Director and CFO. Supporting annual budgeting and external audit processes relating to revenue and cost of sales. Contributing to the successful embedding of the new ERP system. Managing, coaching and developing one direct report, a Management Accountant. About You You will be a technically strong and commercially aware finance professional who enjoys working close to operations. You will be confident challenging numbers that do not look right, comfortable working with complex data, and able to explain financial performance in a clear, practical way. You will bring: Full accountancy qualification, such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA. Strong financial control experience across both P&L and balance sheet. Experience working with complex data and multiple financial systems. Strong attention to detail and the ability to spot issues, trends and inconsistencies. A proactive, problem-solving approach. Confidence working with stakeholders across Finance, IT, FP&A and Operations. Clear communication skills, including confidence presenting to senior leaders. Experience working in industry or commerce would be preferred. Previous people management experience would be beneficial. Why join Panda? This is a high-impact Finance Manager (Revenue & Cost of Sales) opportunity with ownership of one of the most critical areas of the P&L. You will have regular exposure to senior finance leadership and the CFO, while playing an important role in improving the quality, accuracy and usefulness of financial reporting. You will join a business where finance is closely connected to operations, performance and decision-making. The role offers a strong mix of technical accounting, commercial insight, process improvement and people management. You will also be involved in ERP implementation and finance transformation, helping to shape stronger processes and better reporting for the future. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a commercially focused Finance Manager (Revenue & Cost of Sales) role in a business focused on sustainability, safety, service excellence and long-term growth. About Us We are Panda. We value waste. We re in the business of waste management but that doesn t just mean collecting bins. Behind every collection is a passionate team of people finding smarter, safer, and more sustainable ways to recycle and repurpose materials that would otherwise go to waste. Over the past 30 years, Panda has grown into a leading resource recovery business, bringing together almost 3,000 people across multiple brands, united by a shared vision and strong values. While our operations are diverse, our purpose is clear: to protect our people, support our customers, and create positive impact for the communities and environments we serve. At Panda, people are at the heart of everything we do. We work as one team, combining different skills, experiences, and perspectives to achieve shared goals. We care for each other s wellbeing, encourage development, and support growth because we know we re stronger together. We expect excellence in how we operate. High standards, bold thinking, and continuous improvement drive our passion for innovation. We challenge the ordinary, put safety first, and embrace new ideas while delivering practical, cost-effective solutions that move our business forward. We own what we do. From day-to-day tasks to major projects, we take pride in our work and responsibility for the outcome. We don t walk past problems we address them together. Our expertise, reliability, and care reflect who we are and the difference we make. And above all, we act with trust and integrity. Trust is built through open communication, honesty, and accountability. It allows us to move quickly, make confident decisions, and deliver results knowing our people are empowered to do the right thing. Our journey depends on talented, committed people who want to make an impact. Take the first step and join us on the journey. Panda is committed to attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate and the people we serve. (DE&I Policy Statement)
AI Manager - 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract Thorpe Park, Leeds, Hybrid working We're looking for an AI Manager to lead high impact AI initiatives and drive the daily value realisation of Microsoft Copilot and other AI platforms across Lowell UK. This role converts strategy into measurable outcomes by prioritising use cases, managing AI products, and championing colleague adoption. You'll develop playbooks and dashboards, lead enterprise wide Copilot rollout, and act as Product Lead for key AI tools. Working within our AI frameworks, you'll ensure strong governance while building relationships across LFL, Overdales, UK Shared Services and the Centre of Excellence. With proven experience delivering AI or data enabled transformation in a regulated environment, you'll bring strong product leadership, excellent communication skills, and the ability to simplify complexity and uplift AI literacy across the organisation. What we need from you: Undergraduate degree in business or a quantitative discipline (e.g., economics, mathematics, finance). Strong outcome focus with the ability to deliver measurable results at pace. Excellent critical thinking skills, comfortable with ambiguity and evidence based decision making. Proven ability to develop talent, build capability, and work effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Exceptional communication skills, able to simplify complexity and create compelling, engaging use cases. Highly curious and creative, with the ability to quickly learn, teach others, and apply new technical skills. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every requirement - don't worry, still apply. Your unique perspective could be just what we're looking for. What you'll get: A discretionary annual bonus to reward your impact 3% flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle, whether that's extra cash, more holiday, or added health cover. Hybrid working for the best of both worlds-collaboration and focus. Free onsite parking , saving you time and money. Recharge and refresh opportunities with 28 days of holiday plus public holidays, and the option to buy up to five more-giving you more time for what matters most. Peace of mind with life assurance that supports your loved ones, no matter what. A culture that celebrates you and supports your wellbeing - with recognition awards, access to on-site gym facilities, and a variety of wellbeing initiatives offered throughout the year to help you stay balanced, resilient and feeling your best. Encouragement to be your authentic self at work by joining one of our vibrant employee networks-like Rise (Gender), Proud (LGBTQIA+), Culture, or Spark (Neurodiversity & Disability) - and connect with a community that celebrates and supports you. So, who are we? We're on a mission to make credit work better for all. We buy debt from lots of different companies in all kinds of sectors. We treat people with dignity, helping customers pay off their Lowell debt in practical and affordable ways. According to The Sunday Times, we're one of the best places to work in the UK, (we're proud to be on their 'Best Places to Work' list for the second-year running). Why? Because of the people who work here. Warm, welcoming, and super-talented. It's our people that make us great. We celebrate and share success, learn from failure, embrace change, and savour challenge. Join us and from day one you'll have a voice in one of the most dynamic companies in the UK finance sector. Our new colleagues tell us they love the support we give them and the recognition they receive for a job well done. And wherever you are in Lowell, you'll be making a difference to the lives of millions of people going through tough times. Ready to join us? At Lowell, we're committed to helping you grow-both personally and professionally. We provide the tools, support, and opportunities you need to shape your career and thrive. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. Whatever your identity - culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, or disability - if you're passionate about making credit work better for everyone, we'd love to hear from you. Our strength lies in our people, and we're proud to build inclusive teams supported by benefits that help everyone succeed. Apply today and turn AI ambition into real, measurable impact. If you need help with your application or have any questions about the adjustments we can make to support you during the recruitment process, please contact a member of the Lowell Talent Team, who'll be more than happy to support you.
May 07, 2026
Contractor
AI Manager - 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract Thorpe Park, Leeds, Hybrid working We're looking for an AI Manager to lead high impact AI initiatives and drive the daily value realisation of Microsoft Copilot and other AI platforms across Lowell UK. This role converts strategy into measurable outcomes by prioritising use cases, managing AI products, and championing colleague adoption. You'll develop playbooks and dashboards, lead enterprise wide Copilot rollout, and act as Product Lead for key AI tools. Working within our AI frameworks, you'll ensure strong governance while building relationships across LFL, Overdales, UK Shared Services and the Centre of Excellence. With proven experience delivering AI or data enabled transformation in a regulated environment, you'll bring strong product leadership, excellent communication skills, and the ability to simplify complexity and uplift AI literacy across the organisation. What we need from you: Undergraduate degree in business or a quantitative discipline (e.g., economics, mathematics, finance). Strong outcome focus with the ability to deliver measurable results at pace. Excellent critical thinking skills, comfortable with ambiguity and evidence based decision making. Proven ability to develop talent, build capability, and work effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Exceptional communication skills, able to simplify complexity and create compelling, engaging use cases. Highly curious and creative, with the ability to quickly learn, teach others, and apply new technical skills. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every requirement - don't worry, still apply. Your unique perspective could be just what we're looking for. What you'll get: A discretionary annual bonus to reward your impact 3% flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle, whether that's extra cash, more holiday, or added health cover. Hybrid working for the best of both worlds-collaboration and focus. Free onsite parking , saving you time and money. Recharge and refresh opportunities with 28 days of holiday plus public holidays, and the option to buy up to five more-giving you more time for what matters most. Peace of mind with life assurance that supports your loved ones, no matter what. A culture that celebrates you and supports your wellbeing - with recognition awards, access to on-site gym facilities, and a variety of wellbeing initiatives offered throughout the year to help you stay balanced, resilient and feeling your best. Encouragement to be your authentic self at work by joining one of our vibrant employee networks-like Rise (Gender), Proud (LGBTQIA+), Culture, or Spark (Neurodiversity & Disability) - and connect with a community that celebrates and supports you. So, who are we? We're on a mission to make credit work better for all. We buy debt from lots of different companies in all kinds of sectors. We treat people with dignity, helping customers pay off their Lowell debt in practical and affordable ways. According to The Sunday Times, we're one of the best places to work in the UK, (we're proud to be on their 'Best Places to Work' list for the second-year running). Why? Because of the people who work here. Warm, welcoming, and super-talented. It's our people that make us great. We celebrate and share success, learn from failure, embrace change, and savour challenge. Join us and from day one you'll have a voice in one of the most dynamic companies in the UK finance sector. Our new colleagues tell us they love the support we give them and the recognition they receive for a job well done. And wherever you are in Lowell, you'll be making a difference to the lives of millions of people going through tough times. Ready to join us? At Lowell, we're committed to helping you grow-both personally and professionally. We provide the tools, support, and opportunities you need to shape your career and thrive. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. Whatever your identity - culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, or disability - if you're passionate about making credit work better for everyone, we'd love to hear from you. Our strength lies in our people, and we're proud to build inclusive teams supported by benefits that help everyone succeed. Apply today and turn AI ambition into real, measurable impact. If you need help with your application or have any questions about the adjustments we can make to support you during the recruitment process, please contact a member of the Lowell Talent Team, who'll be more than happy to support you.
Job role: Analyst (Associate Consultant) Location: Manchester, England, U.K. - hybrid working model Reporting to: Consulting Team - Performance Manager The world of payments is going through the most thrilling transformation imaginable. Volumes are growing, payment options are expanding, and complexity is intensifying. Retailers are at the epicentre of these changes, and it is CMSPI's mission to revolutionise payments for merchants and retailers worldwide. We are a hyper-growth company and the go-to payments advisor for Global 500 merchants, driving big cost savings, huge sales growth, and enhanced strategies. CMSPI is at the forefront of transforming the payments industry, and as a Analyst (Associate Consultant), you'll be at the heart of this exciting journey. We are seeking a data driven Analyst (Associate Consultant) to play a pivotal role in our journey to become the world's no 1 payments supply chain consultancy. Role Overview CMSPI's Analysts (Associate Consultants) play an integral role within our payments consulting team, where they combine payments knowledge with in depth and meaningful analytics, to discover exciting opportunities that drive optimisation across our clients' payment arrangements. You'll work alongside senior associates, engagement managers, consulting leadership, and the wider CMSPI team to understand the business goals of our clients, with a focus on helping them to better navigate the complexities of their evolving payment ecosystems. The team's goal is to provide powerful data insights to drive tangible improvements to client's payment strategy and third party supplier arrangements. While following CMSPI's refined internal processes and standards, this role provides our Associate Consultants with the opportunity to closely support CMSPI's delivery teams to identify, investigate, and present optimisation initiatives directly to some of the most exciting brands in the world. The day to day deliverables also offer the ability to quickly grow your career and develop your own commercial, technical and leadership skills in the process - all as part of an intelligent and vibrant global team. The key focus areas include: Perform in depth analysis on complex client payment data, internal and external payment processes, using benchmarking data, industry research and payments knowledge. Analysis should be completed efficiently and accurately, with minimal corrections. Produce accurate reports to communicate back to clients through various methods including Excel, Power BI, written reports and presentations. Use CMSPI methodologies and entrepreneurial initiative to suggest opportunities and improvements to client arrangements and support these with detailed analysis. Accompany the project team to client meetings to provide technical and analytical support. Collaborate with Engagement Managers on the production of negotiation and tender documentation to be sent to suppliers of clients, with responsibility for written documentation, appendices and pricing tables. Review commercial contracts and SLAs for CMSPI and clients. Complete all required training on projects and internal processes. With support of the Performance Manager and Director, People Performance, proactively work on an individual development plan. Gain a thorough understanding of each market CMSPI operates in and our core product offerings. Continue to share knowledge from projects with the wider business. Work closely with Senior Associates and Engagement Managers in the management and coordination of projects to ensure deadlines are met, looking at driving process improvements internally to promote efficient data analysis and ultimately drive further value in client projects. You are a great match if Ambitious individual excited by a challenge and curious to learn a new industry and new skills. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Sciences, Mathematics, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. 1+ years of professional experience in consulting or analysis, including experience in presenting complex analytical findings. Strong ability to apply logic, creativity and solid problem solving techniques across a variety of topics. Interest in innovation and developments around CMSPI's key differentiators - consulting, market intelligence and sophisticated data analytics. Excellent written and verbal skills, demonstrating an authentic and professional communication approach. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritize a high volume of tasks to meet deadlines. Demonstrates proactive behaviour in clarifying expectations, asking questions and understanding deliverables for the best outcomes. Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, resilience and flexibility to work in a fast growing business and industry. Comfortable presenting opportunities to internal and external stakeholders, with keen relationship management skills. Willingness to travel to client and company meetings as required. Competence in and experience utilising MS Office. Experience in SQL and Power BI is highly desirable but not required. What we offer Comprehensive payments industry training by in house and industry experts. Excellent performance based earning opportunity, including OKR driven bonuses. Future opportunity for equity, rewarded to high performers. Personal and professional learning opportunities and growth experiences aligned with your career aspirations. Quarterly values award for all employees - with a financial prize. Regular company wide socials and team building events. Monthly reimbursement of commuting costs. 22 vacation days + UK public holidays and discretionary office closure during Christmas. Competitive pension plan, Vitality healthcare cover (after 6 months) and cycle to work scheme.
May 07, 2026
Full time
Job role: Analyst (Associate Consultant) Location: Manchester, England, U.K. - hybrid working model Reporting to: Consulting Team - Performance Manager The world of payments is going through the most thrilling transformation imaginable. Volumes are growing, payment options are expanding, and complexity is intensifying. Retailers are at the epicentre of these changes, and it is CMSPI's mission to revolutionise payments for merchants and retailers worldwide. We are a hyper-growth company and the go-to payments advisor for Global 500 merchants, driving big cost savings, huge sales growth, and enhanced strategies. CMSPI is at the forefront of transforming the payments industry, and as a Analyst (Associate Consultant), you'll be at the heart of this exciting journey. We are seeking a data driven Analyst (Associate Consultant) to play a pivotal role in our journey to become the world's no 1 payments supply chain consultancy. Role Overview CMSPI's Analysts (Associate Consultants) play an integral role within our payments consulting team, where they combine payments knowledge with in depth and meaningful analytics, to discover exciting opportunities that drive optimisation across our clients' payment arrangements. You'll work alongside senior associates, engagement managers, consulting leadership, and the wider CMSPI team to understand the business goals of our clients, with a focus on helping them to better navigate the complexities of their evolving payment ecosystems. The team's goal is to provide powerful data insights to drive tangible improvements to client's payment strategy and third party supplier arrangements. While following CMSPI's refined internal processes and standards, this role provides our Associate Consultants with the opportunity to closely support CMSPI's delivery teams to identify, investigate, and present optimisation initiatives directly to some of the most exciting brands in the world. The day to day deliverables also offer the ability to quickly grow your career and develop your own commercial, technical and leadership skills in the process - all as part of an intelligent and vibrant global team. The key focus areas include: Perform in depth analysis on complex client payment data, internal and external payment processes, using benchmarking data, industry research and payments knowledge. Analysis should be completed efficiently and accurately, with minimal corrections. Produce accurate reports to communicate back to clients through various methods including Excel, Power BI, written reports and presentations. Use CMSPI methodologies and entrepreneurial initiative to suggest opportunities and improvements to client arrangements and support these with detailed analysis. Accompany the project team to client meetings to provide technical and analytical support. Collaborate with Engagement Managers on the production of negotiation and tender documentation to be sent to suppliers of clients, with responsibility for written documentation, appendices and pricing tables. Review commercial contracts and SLAs for CMSPI and clients. Complete all required training on projects and internal processes. With support of the Performance Manager and Director, People Performance, proactively work on an individual development plan. Gain a thorough understanding of each market CMSPI operates in and our core product offerings. Continue to share knowledge from projects with the wider business. Work closely with Senior Associates and Engagement Managers in the management and coordination of projects to ensure deadlines are met, looking at driving process improvements internally to promote efficient data analysis and ultimately drive further value in client projects. You are a great match if Ambitious individual excited by a challenge and curious to learn a new industry and new skills. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Sciences, Mathematics, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. 1+ years of professional experience in consulting or analysis, including experience in presenting complex analytical findings. Strong ability to apply logic, creativity and solid problem solving techniques across a variety of topics. Interest in innovation and developments around CMSPI's key differentiators - consulting, market intelligence and sophisticated data analytics. Excellent written and verbal skills, demonstrating an authentic and professional communication approach. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritize a high volume of tasks to meet deadlines. Demonstrates proactive behaviour in clarifying expectations, asking questions and understanding deliverables for the best outcomes. Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, resilience and flexibility to work in a fast growing business and industry. Comfortable presenting opportunities to internal and external stakeholders, with keen relationship management skills. Willingness to travel to client and company meetings as required. Competence in and experience utilising MS Office. Experience in SQL and Power BI is highly desirable but not required. What we offer Comprehensive payments industry training by in house and industry experts. Excellent performance based earning opportunity, including OKR driven bonuses. Future opportunity for equity, rewarded to high performers. Personal and professional learning opportunities and growth experiences aligned with your career aspirations. Quarterly values award for all employees - with a financial prize. Regular company wide socials and team building events. Monthly reimbursement of commuting costs. 22 vacation days + UK public holidays and discretionary office closure during Christmas. Competitive pension plan, Vitality healthcare cover (after 6 months) and cycle to work scheme.
This is a hybrid role with a minimum of three days in the office per week. At Cotswold Outdoor Group, the outdoors isn't just where we work, it's who we are. Every day, our head office teams play a vital role in helping people get outside, explore more, and experience the world around them. We're looking for a Finance Operations Manager to join us on that journey. This role is about more than just day-to-day responsibilities, it's about shaping how we inspire our customers, support our stores, and grow our community of adventurers. We're currently based in Kemble but will be moving to central Swindon in Spring 2026 - just a short walk from the train station and the new bus boulevard. It's an exciting next step in our adventure, and a chance for you to be part of it from the very start. You can take a look at our new location here: 1 Newbridge Square, Swindon. About Us We believe life's better when it's lived outdoors. From hiking and wild swimming to simply stepping away from the screen, nature helps us feel alive. At our head office, every role helps make those adventures possible. Whether it's shaping our systems, supporting our teams or driving key initiatives, you'll play a vital part in helping people get outside and explore more. We're part of the Cotswold Outdoor Group, including Runners Need and Snow + Rock, offering trusted brands, expert advice, and a commitment to protecting the planet. Whether it's your first step or your next move, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and be part of something bigger. What you'll be doing Leading the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Treasury operations to ensure smooth day-to-day performance Overseeing the supplier payment and customer debt collection processes with accuracy and timeliness Delivering rolling cashflow and cash outflow forecasts, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams Ensuring VAT compliance, supporting tax submissions, and coordinating statutory accounts in line with IFRS Streamlining finance processes through automation, AI, and continuous improvement initiatives Monitoring key financial KPIs and maintaining robust financial controls over cash, payments, and reconciliations Supporting audits with accurate documentation and a "no surprises" approach Leading, coaching, and developing a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth We're looking for someone who Has strong experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and/or Treasury within a multi-channel retail environment Understands VAT, UK financial compliance, and statutory accounts requirements Has a proven track record of leading and developing high-performing finance teams Demonstrates strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills Is highly organised, able to manage competing priorities, and embraces continuous improvement Operates with integrity, ownership, and a collaborative, solutions-focused approach Is experienced in finance system transformations or automation (desirable) What you'll get from us Joining our team means more than just getting paid a salary, it's about being part of a workplace that values you, your growth and your wellbeing. You'll enjoy: Starting salary of £52,000 - £55,000 with a yearly bonus of up to £3,825 Hybrid working options to support your work-life balance 33 days holiday allowing you to recharge and explore the outdoors Private medical insurance, life assurance and critical illness cover Staff discounts of 40-60% across our full range of outdoor brands Savings on everyday essentials including groceries, travel, fitness, and entertainment through our perks hub
May 07, 2026
Full time
This is a hybrid role with a minimum of three days in the office per week. At Cotswold Outdoor Group, the outdoors isn't just where we work, it's who we are. Every day, our head office teams play a vital role in helping people get outside, explore more, and experience the world around them. We're looking for a Finance Operations Manager to join us on that journey. This role is about more than just day-to-day responsibilities, it's about shaping how we inspire our customers, support our stores, and grow our community of adventurers. We're currently based in Kemble but will be moving to central Swindon in Spring 2026 - just a short walk from the train station and the new bus boulevard. It's an exciting next step in our adventure, and a chance for you to be part of it from the very start. You can take a look at our new location here: 1 Newbridge Square, Swindon. About Us We believe life's better when it's lived outdoors. From hiking and wild swimming to simply stepping away from the screen, nature helps us feel alive. At our head office, every role helps make those adventures possible. Whether it's shaping our systems, supporting our teams or driving key initiatives, you'll play a vital part in helping people get outside and explore more. We're part of the Cotswold Outdoor Group, including Runners Need and Snow + Rock, offering trusted brands, expert advice, and a commitment to protecting the planet. Whether it's your first step or your next move, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and be part of something bigger. What you'll be doing Leading the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Treasury operations to ensure smooth day-to-day performance Overseeing the supplier payment and customer debt collection processes with accuracy and timeliness Delivering rolling cashflow and cash outflow forecasts, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams Ensuring VAT compliance, supporting tax submissions, and coordinating statutory accounts in line with IFRS Streamlining finance processes through automation, AI, and continuous improvement initiatives Monitoring key financial KPIs and maintaining robust financial controls over cash, payments, and reconciliations Supporting audits with accurate documentation and a "no surprises" approach Leading, coaching, and developing a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth We're looking for someone who Has strong experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and/or Treasury within a multi-channel retail environment Understands VAT, UK financial compliance, and statutory accounts requirements Has a proven track record of leading and developing high-performing finance teams Demonstrates strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills Is highly organised, able to manage competing priorities, and embraces continuous improvement Operates with integrity, ownership, and a collaborative, solutions-focused approach Is experienced in finance system transformations or automation (desirable) What you'll get from us Joining our team means more than just getting paid a salary, it's about being part of a workplace that values you, your growth and your wellbeing. You'll enjoy: Starting salary of £52,000 - £55,000 with a yearly bonus of up to £3,825 Hybrid working options to support your work-life balance 33 days holiday allowing you to recharge and explore the outdoors Private medical insurance, life assurance and critical illness cover Staff discounts of 40-60% across our full range of outdoor brands Savings on everyday essentials including groceries, travel, fitness, and entertainment through our perks hub
Senior Manager - Finance Data Analytics London (hybrid) 400 - 650 p/d - Inside IR35 Contract - 1 year We're looking for an experienced Finance Data Analytics Senior Manager to support a leading FMCG business. You'll play a key role in turning complex financial and operational data into clear insights that drive business performance-particularly across manufacturing, logistics, and cost of goods sold (COGS). This is a hands-on role combining finance knowledge, business partnering SAP data expertise, and analytics delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead delivery of finance analytics projects (e.g. COGS, manufacturing and logistics costs) Extract and analyse data from SAP and enterprise data platforms Build and automate reports and dashboards (Power BI or similar) Translate data into clear insights and recommendations for senior stakeholders Work closely with finance, supply chain, and operations teams Improve data quality, reporting processes, and automation Required Skills and Experience Strong experience in finance analytics / FP&A / cost analytics Hands-on experience with SAP data (FICO, BW, or similar) Advanced skills in SQL and Power BI (or similar tools) Good understanding of COGS, cost drivers, or supply chain finance Proven ability to work with stakeholders and deliver insights Experience in FMCG, manufacturing, or supply chain environments is preferred Experience with S/4HANA or modern data platforms (e.g. Fabric) Background in finance transformation or analytics projects If you're a finance analytics leader with strong SAP and data experience, we'd love to hear from you.
May 07, 2026
Contractor
Senior Manager - Finance Data Analytics London (hybrid) 400 - 650 p/d - Inside IR35 Contract - 1 year We're looking for an experienced Finance Data Analytics Senior Manager to support a leading FMCG business. You'll play a key role in turning complex financial and operational data into clear insights that drive business performance-particularly across manufacturing, logistics, and cost of goods sold (COGS). This is a hands-on role combining finance knowledge, business partnering SAP data expertise, and analytics delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead delivery of finance analytics projects (e.g. COGS, manufacturing and logistics costs) Extract and analyse data from SAP and enterprise data platforms Build and automate reports and dashboards (Power BI or similar) Translate data into clear insights and recommendations for senior stakeholders Work closely with finance, supply chain, and operations teams Improve data quality, reporting processes, and automation Required Skills and Experience Strong experience in finance analytics / FP&A / cost analytics Hands-on experience with SAP data (FICO, BW, or similar) Advanced skills in SQL and Power BI (or similar tools) Good understanding of COGS, cost drivers, or supply chain finance Proven ability to work with stakeholders and deliver insights Experience in FMCG, manufacturing, or supply chain environments is preferred Experience with S/4HANA or modern data platforms (e.g. Fabric) Background in finance transformation or analytics projects If you're a finance analytics leader with strong SAP and data experience, we'd love to hear from you.
Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd
City, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Manager - Global Compliance and Reporting Location: Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Other locations: Primary Location Only Date: 28 Mar 2026 Requisition ID: At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Global Compliance & Reporting (GCR) is one of our five tax service lines. Our GCR professionals help businesses meet demands for tax reporting, tax compliance and tax risk management. Many of our engagements are with clients going through wider tax transformation and operating model change programmes. Our GCR team work with a wide range of businesses to help them develop and implement effective, practical and sustainable approaches to managing tax compliance and reporting. The opportunity Our Global Tax Managed Services team works with leading organisations across a range of services from full tax and finance operate outsourcing, supporting with the design and implementation of their tax operating model, compliance process design and the project management of outsourced compliance and reporting services. We are a team which embraces diversity and inclusion with a mix of cultures, nationalities and backgrounds. We believe this makes us perfectly suited to the global environment in which we work. We are looking for an experienced Newcastle based Manager to join our thriving team. You will work closely primarily with our London and India teams, also with opportunities to support our wider teams in Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland, Hungary and France. As part of this energetic and diverse team, you will have opportunity to gain experience across these services, further develop your skills and have day to day contact with senior team members at our clients. This is an exciting time to join our specialised team when we are seeing unprecedented demand for our services and strong growth opportunities. Your key responsibilities Contract management Managing a number of global compliance contracts, some with client interface and some in a supervisory service delivery role. Proactively managing service delivery risk across those contracts through the use of issue and risk logs and the implementation of escalation processes. Developing and maintaining relationships with key contract stakeholders (internal and external) across multiple jurisdictions, and ensuring effective and timely communication. Manage contract governance including adherence to agreed process and procedures Manage contract reporting against service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) ensuring timely resolution of issues Provide guidance and support to peers, colleagues and clients on contractual issues, and oversee local fee and scope negotiations Setting clear objectives and expectations for junior team members including day to day responsibility for the management of offshore team members. Finance Reviewing budgets and resourcing requirements on a regular basis and supporting the Global Engagement Leader in meeting the margin goals for the accounts. Billing fees according to agreed contract billing schedule. Quality and Risk Management Supporting the Global Engagement leader on Quality & Risk Management (QRM) matters, overseeing implementation and adherence to agreed processes, procedures and timetables. Liaising with Global and Tax QRM and legal teams in the resolution of client service management issues. Maintaining the specified contractual framework and supporting agreements for all engagements. Detailed scoping and process assessments Supporting a client understand full suite of compliance filings currently undertaken in countries Review and suggesting improvements to compliance and reporting processes considering data sources, hand off points and controls Business development and proposal assistance Working with the Global Engagement Leader to support pursuit and proposal activities, in response to client RFPs. This includes running global pricing exercises and being a part of EY's presentation team at client pitches. Support development of client business case for change Identify opportunities for additional EY services and or extensions to EY outsourcing services for existing EY clients. Compliance methodology Sharing successful tools, techniques and approaches with other team members; Project managing small business development projects. Skills and attributes for success Strong client relationship management skills with ability to develop quality outputs to clients Negotiation skills, able to sustain opinion and handle challenges Business development skills, able to identify and convert opportunities to sell work Effective time management, ability to remain calm when under pressure to meet deadlines Experience of coaching and developing more junior staff Ensure delivery of quality work and take day to day leadership of delivery team Change orientated with flexible approach Innovative mindset with a focus on problem solving To qualify for the role, you must have: Experience in Corporate Tax, Indirect Tax or accountancy from a professional services firm or in house team ACA / CA / ATTI/CTA/Tax Inspectors or a breadth of knowledge equivalent to a tax specialist qualification is not essential but welcome Proven project management skills, and an ability to plan and prioritise work, meet deadlines, monitor own budget. A PRINCE2 qualification or similar would be beneficial. Experience in process and technology design is beneficial but not mandatory Proficient multi tasking ability Ability to coach more junior team members and add value to the team Experience with managing teams across multiple jurisdictions What we look for Excellent communicator in a range of situations both written and oral Enthusiastic and flexible attitude to work Individual with an understanding of tax regimes Ability to work across a range of projects and clients often with tight deadlines Strong commercial and negotiation skills What we offer you At EY, we'll develop you with future focused skills and equip you with world class experiences. We'll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability related adjustments or accommodations you may need. EY Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
May 07, 2026
Full time
Manager - Global Compliance and Reporting Location: Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Other locations: Primary Location Only Date: 28 Mar 2026 Requisition ID: At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Global Compliance & Reporting (GCR) is one of our five tax service lines. Our GCR professionals help businesses meet demands for tax reporting, tax compliance and tax risk management. Many of our engagements are with clients going through wider tax transformation and operating model change programmes. Our GCR team work with a wide range of businesses to help them develop and implement effective, practical and sustainable approaches to managing tax compliance and reporting. The opportunity Our Global Tax Managed Services team works with leading organisations across a range of services from full tax and finance operate outsourcing, supporting with the design and implementation of their tax operating model, compliance process design and the project management of outsourced compliance and reporting services. We are a team which embraces diversity and inclusion with a mix of cultures, nationalities and backgrounds. We believe this makes us perfectly suited to the global environment in which we work. We are looking for an experienced Newcastle based Manager to join our thriving team. You will work closely primarily with our London and India teams, also with opportunities to support our wider teams in Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland, Hungary and France. As part of this energetic and diverse team, you will have opportunity to gain experience across these services, further develop your skills and have day to day contact with senior team members at our clients. This is an exciting time to join our specialised team when we are seeing unprecedented demand for our services and strong growth opportunities. Your key responsibilities Contract management Managing a number of global compliance contracts, some with client interface and some in a supervisory service delivery role. Proactively managing service delivery risk across those contracts through the use of issue and risk logs and the implementation of escalation processes. Developing and maintaining relationships with key contract stakeholders (internal and external) across multiple jurisdictions, and ensuring effective and timely communication. Manage contract governance including adherence to agreed process and procedures Manage contract reporting against service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) ensuring timely resolution of issues Provide guidance and support to peers, colleagues and clients on contractual issues, and oversee local fee and scope negotiations Setting clear objectives and expectations for junior team members including day to day responsibility for the management of offshore team members. Finance Reviewing budgets and resourcing requirements on a regular basis and supporting the Global Engagement Leader in meeting the margin goals for the accounts. Billing fees according to agreed contract billing schedule. Quality and Risk Management Supporting the Global Engagement leader on Quality & Risk Management (QRM) matters, overseeing implementation and adherence to agreed processes, procedures and timetables. Liaising with Global and Tax QRM and legal teams in the resolution of client service management issues. Maintaining the specified contractual framework and supporting agreements for all engagements. Detailed scoping and process assessments Supporting a client understand full suite of compliance filings currently undertaken in countries Review and suggesting improvements to compliance and reporting processes considering data sources, hand off points and controls Business development and proposal assistance Working with the Global Engagement Leader to support pursuit and proposal activities, in response to client RFPs. This includes running global pricing exercises and being a part of EY's presentation team at client pitches. Support development of client business case for change Identify opportunities for additional EY services and or extensions to EY outsourcing services for existing EY clients. Compliance methodology Sharing successful tools, techniques and approaches with other team members; Project managing small business development projects. Skills and attributes for success Strong client relationship management skills with ability to develop quality outputs to clients Negotiation skills, able to sustain opinion and handle challenges Business development skills, able to identify and convert opportunities to sell work Effective time management, ability to remain calm when under pressure to meet deadlines Experience of coaching and developing more junior staff Ensure delivery of quality work and take day to day leadership of delivery team Change orientated with flexible approach Innovative mindset with a focus on problem solving To qualify for the role, you must have: Experience in Corporate Tax, Indirect Tax or accountancy from a professional services firm or in house team ACA / CA / ATTI/CTA/Tax Inspectors or a breadth of knowledge equivalent to a tax specialist qualification is not essential but welcome Proven project management skills, and an ability to plan and prioritise work, meet deadlines, monitor own budget. A PRINCE2 qualification or similar would be beneficial. Experience in process and technology design is beneficial but not mandatory Proficient multi tasking ability Ability to coach more junior team members and add value to the team Experience with managing teams across multiple jurisdictions What we look for Excellent communicator in a range of situations both written and oral Enthusiastic and flexible attitude to work Individual with an understanding of tax regimes Ability to work across a range of projects and clients often with tight deadlines Strong commercial and negotiation skills What we offer you At EY, we'll develop you with future focused skills and equip you with world class experiences. We'll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability related adjustments or accommodations you may need. EY Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
Senior Audit Manager - Value For Money Contract type: Permanent Location: London or Newcastle offices based with a min 2 days a week attendance in either office. Salary: Newcastle salary; circa£67,000 & London salary, circa£74,500 plus Civil Service Employer Pension Contribution of 28.9% The NAO welcomes applications from candidates who work part-time and are keen to support colleagues to work flexibly including on a job share basis. Senior Audit Manager: Value for money (performance audit) Introduction Thank you for your interest in joining the National Audit Office (NAO) as a Senior Audit Manager. This job description will give you a better idea of who we are, what you will do when you join us, and what we offer. It also gives more detail/s about the application process. We are independent of government and the civil service, and we play a critical role supporting Parliament scrutinise how effectively the government spends public money. Our strategy () sets out our ambition to contribute to two distinct outcomes - helping to improve the productivity and resilience of public services and supporting better financial management and reporting in government. Our strategy is also clear that government will need to innovate if it is to deliver effective and affordable public services. We will use our public audit perspective to highlight positive examples of innovation within the public sector and take account of government's risk appetite in our audit approach. The recommendations from our work can result in financial savings and positive changes in government to improve services and ensure value for money for taxpayers. You will tackle complex projects that inform debates and influence some of the biggest decisions that government makes. You will work with dedicated and talented people toward shared and important goals. And, by taking on new opportunities and challenges, you'll build a rewarding and fascinating career. We are looking to recruit Senior Audit Managers. We are looking for people with strong analytical and communication skills as well as experience of project and people management, which can be drawn from a range of backgrounds including experienced analysts, value for money (performance audit) auditors, the civil service and internal auditors.If you like what you see and can meet our requirements, then we want to hear from you. The role Each year we publish around 60 major value for money (VFM) reports looking at various government programmes and projects. VFM reports are multi-method reports often delivered at pace to achieve real impact. We write long form reports and other types of written communication on complex subjects in ways that nonspecialist or technical audiences can understand. Our work can cover any area where government spends public money, ranging from government's plans to build new hospitals to the use of data analytics to tackle fraud and error. Our lessons learned reports bring together what we know on important recurring issues to make it easier for others to understand and apply the lessons from our work, such as government's use of external consultants and key findings from the NAO's financial audits. More about the NAO, including some of our recent value for money reports, is available on our website Responsibilities Our Senior Audit Managers play a key role in making sure we achieve our objectives and secure impact from our work: You will lead our teams to deliver high-quality work that supports improvements in the delivery of public services. This involves planning, researching and drafting our value for money reports, working alongside sector or topic specialists, analysts and qualified accountants as well as applying strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills. You will role model behaviours and ways of working to support us as an exemplar organisation. You will engage with external clients and stakeholders to deliver greater engagement with our work. You will get involved in other work too, including investigations, correspondence (from the public and MPs) and other work that supports Parliamentary select committees. All Senior Audit Managers are expected to spend part of their time developing their expertise in one or more specialist areas through our networks (Hubs) across the office. This includes providing analytical insight and support to others outside of your team on your areas of expertise such as analytical techniques and methods, commercial and regulatory issues, digital transformation and data use in the public sector, financial risk and management, major project delivery, and people and operational management. Relationships and Accountability You will manage a team to deliver value for money work to time and budget. You will work with other people of all grades. You will work with Senior Auditors and / or Senior Analysts who lead a team of Analysts and accounting trainees to deliver high-quality reports. The Director is accountable for the overall quality and impact of the audit. You will commonly meet and interact with senior people in the NAO and in government bodies. The impact you will make Our work responds to government's plans and particularly those with long-term implications for public spending. You'll contribute to work that examines the cost, effectiveness and efficiency of government programmes and projects. Whatever you work on, it all serves to help hold government to account for the way it uses public money and helps to promote improvements in public service delivery. Our recommendations and reports on good practice help government improve public services, and our work in the last year led to: Positive financial impacts of £5.3 billion in 2024. For every £1 spent we delivered an impact of £53 through either reduced costs, improved service delivery or other benefits to people. 93% of our recommendations to government were accepted or partially accepted. You can find out more about us and our work by visiting The people we are looking for Education /work experience This role operates within the NAO's hybrid working model, with a minimum expectation of two days per week working from the office (or at an audited body), in line with our organisation wide approach. We are committed to supporting flexible ways of working and actively encourage applications from candidates seeking part time hours. Working patterns, including office days, are agreed with the line manager. Based in either our London or Newcastle office, you'll join a collaborative and supportive environment that values work life balance, flexibility and professional development. A strong academic background and experience in managing audit projects and producing high quality, accessible written outputs. For individuals with an audit background this means: An ACA or other professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIPFA, CIA, MIIA, CIMA) with relevant experience. For individuals with other backgrounds this means either: A minimum of a 2:1 degree or a relevant post-graduate qualification and relevant experience. We are keen to hear from people who have experience shaping and evaluating public policy, leading change in organisations, or making a difference through impactful projects, no matter what sector those skills were gained in. Abilities: It will be essential that you can demonstrate the ability to: Lead, develop and motivate diverse teams and support all colleagues to deliver great work and achieve their potential. Support and manage teams ensure the delivery of high-quality assurance work which supports our strategic aims and enables longer term value for money. Oversee the production of a range of well-produced written outputs which support our findings and recommendations and are designed to engage a wide audience. Work collaboratively and flexibly to ensure the office achieves its objectives and to support the wellbeing and development of colleagues. Show creativity and innovation in how we do our work and build insights and support teams to do so. Work closely with colleagues in our Hubs (specialist knowledge teams) and other client teams to ensure we get the most value from our work and expand our knowledge and expertise. Create recognition and impact (improvements in public service delivery) from our work by developing strong and influential relationships with external clients and stakeholders. Attributes In addition, we are looking for the candidates with the following attributes: Show a strong commitment to your own self development, to delivering the NAO's strategic objectives, and keeping yourself up to date on office initiatives and information relevant to your work and specialism. Compliance with corporate responsibilities and interest in supporting others to do so. Working in accordance with the NAO's values and champion our diversity and inclusion strategy. Intellectual curiosity, especially about using data and evidence to answer questions. Flexibility to make a significant contribution across a range of topics and outputs. Drive and determination to overcome obstacles, resistance or challenges to achieve goals. Passion for improving government and the ability to defend and promote your point of view in the face of challenge click apply for full job details
May 07, 2026
Full time
Senior Audit Manager - Value For Money Contract type: Permanent Location: London or Newcastle offices based with a min 2 days a week attendance in either office. Salary: Newcastle salary; circa£67,000 & London salary, circa£74,500 plus Civil Service Employer Pension Contribution of 28.9% The NAO welcomes applications from candidates who work part-time and are keen to support colleagues to work flexibly including on a job share basis. Senior Audit Manager: Value for money (performance audit) Introduction Thank you for your interest in joining the National Audit Office (NAO) as a Senior Audit Manager. This job description will give you a better idea of who we are, what you will do when you join us, and what we offer. It also gives more detail/s about the application process. We are independent of government and the civil service, and we play a critical role supporting Parliament scrutinise how effectively the government spends public money. Our strategy () sets out our ambition to contribute to two distinct outcomes - helping to improve the productivity and resilience of public services and supporting better financial management and reporting in government. Our strategy is also clear that government will need to innovate if it is to deliver effective and affordable public services. We will use our public audit perspective to highlight positive examples of innovation within the public sector and take account of government's risk appetite in our audit approach. The recommendations from our work can result in financial savings and positive changes in government to improve services and ensure value for money for taxpayers. You will tackle complex projects that inform debates and influence some of the biggest decisions that government makes. You will work with dedicated and talented people toward shared and important goals. And, by taking on new opportunities and challenges, you'll build a rewarding and fascinating career. We are looking to recruit Senior Audit Managers. We are looking for people with strong analytical and communication skills as well as experience of project and people management, which can be drawn from a range of backgrounds including experienced analysts, value for money (performance audit) auditors, the civil service and internal auditors.If you like what you see and can meet our requirements, then we want to hear from you. The role Each year we publish around 60 major value for money (VFM) reports looking at various government programmes and projects. VFM reports are multi-method reports often delivered at pace to achieve real impact. We write long form reports and other types of written communication on complex subjects in ways that nonspecialist or technical audiences can understand. Our work can cover any area where government spends public money, ranging from government's plans to build new hospitals to the use of data analytics to tackle fraud and error. Our lessons learned reports bring together what we know on important recurring issues to make it easier for others to understand and apply the lessons from our work, such as government's use of external consultants and key findings from the NAO's financial audits. More about the NAO, including some of our recent value for money reports, is available on our website Responsibilities Our Senior Audit Managers play a key role in making sure we achieve our objectives and secure impact from our work: You will lead our teams to deliver high-quality work that supports improvements in the delivery of public services. This involves planning, researching and drafting our value for money reports, working alongside sector or topic specialists, analysts and qualified accountants as well as applying strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills. You will role model behaviours and ways of working to support us as an exemplar organisation. You will engage with external clients and stakeholders to deliver greater engagement with our work. You will get involved in other work too, including investigations, correspondence (from the public and MPs) and other work that supports Parliamentary select committees. All Senior Audit Managers are expected to spend part of their time developing their expertise in one or more specialist areas through our networks (Hubs) across the office. This includes providing analytical insight and support to others outside of your team on your areas of expertise such as analytical techniques and methods, commercial and regulatory issues, digital transformation and data use in the public sector, financial risk and management, major project delivery, and people and operational management. Relationships and Accountability You will manage a team to deliver value for money work to time and budget. You will work with other people of all grades. You will work with Senior Auditors and / or Senior Analysts who lead a team of Analysts and accounting trainees to deliver high-quality reports. The Director is accountable for the overall quality and impact of the audit. You will commonly meet and interact with senior people in the NAO and in government bodies. The impact you will make Our work responds to government's plans and particularly those with long-term implications for public spending. You'll contribute to work that examines the cost, effectiveness and efficiency of government programmes and projects. Whatever you work on, it all serves to help hold government to account for the way it uses public money and helps to promote improvements in public service delivery. Our recommendations and reports on good practice help government improve public services, and our work in the last year led to: Positive financial impacts of £5.3 billion in 2024. For every £1 spent we delivered an impact of £53 through either reduced costs, improved service delivery or other benefits to people. 93% of our recommendations to government were accepted or partially accepted. You can find out more about us and our work by visiting The people we are looking for Education /work experience This role operates within the NAO's hybrid working model, with a minimum expectation of two days per week working from the office (or at an audited body), in line with our organisation wide approach. We are committed to supporting flexible ways of working and actively encourage applications from candidates seeking part time hours. Working patterns, including office days, are agreed with the line manager. Based in either our London or Newcastle office, you'll join a collaborative and supportive environment that values work life balance, flexibility and professional development. A strong academic background and experience in managing audit projects and producing high quality, accessible written outputs. For individuals with an audit background this means: An ACA or other professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIPFA, CIA, MIIA, CIMA) with relevant experience. For individuals with other backgrounds this means either: A minimum of a 2:1 degree or a relevant post-graduate qualification and relevant experience. We are keen to hear from people who have experience shaping and evaluating public policy, leading change in organisations, or making a difference through impactful projects, no matter what sector those skills were gained in. Abilities: It will be essential that you can demonstrate the ability to: Lead, develop and motivate diverse teams and support all colleagues to deliver great work and achieve their potential. Support and manage teams ensure the delivery of high-quality assurance work which supports our strategic aims and enables longer term value for money. Oversee the production of a range of well-produced written outputs which support our findings and recommendations and are designed to engage a wide audience. Work collaboratively and flexibly to ensure the office achieves its objectives and to support the wellbeing and development of colleagues. Show creativity and innovation in how we do our work and build insights and support teams to do so. Work closely with colleagues in our Hubs (specialist knowledge teams) and other client teams to ensure we get the most value from our work and expand our knowledge and expertise. Create recognition and impact (improvements in public service delivery) from our work by developing strong and influential relationships with external clients and stakeholders. Attributes In addition, we are looking for the candidates with the following attributes: Show a strong commitment to your own self development, to delivering the NAO's strategic objectives, and keeping yourself up to date on office initiatives and information relevant to your work and specialism. Compliance with corporate responsibilities and interest in supporting others to do so. Working in accordance with the NAO's values and champion our diversity and inclusion strategy. Intellectual curiosity, especially about using data and evidence to answer questions. Flexibility to make a significant contribution across a range of topics and outputs. Drive and determination to overcome obstacles, resistance or challenges to achieve goals. Passion for improving government and the ability to defend and promote your point of view in the face of challenge click apply for full job details
Adapro Talent Partners are delighted to be supporting a large multi-site, retail organisation with their recruitment of a Group Finance Manager, on a permanent basis. Based at their Milton Keynes Headquarters, the Group Finance Manager will report to the Group Financial Controller and be responsible for financial reporting and forecasting for cash flow, balance sheet, and bank covenants. This is a key role in the team responsible for managing operational cash balances and ensuring compliance with loan agreements. The role provides vital support to the business with debt refinancing projects. Responsibilities Month end cashflow reporting for the group to the parent company Production of board pack slides for the above for Business Review Meetings and Board Meetings Monthly preparation of cashflow and covenants forecasts Monthly preparation of interest accruals and other journals connected with net debt (finance lease interest, effective interest, intercompany interest etc) Preparation of daily cashflow models and monitoring of operational cash balances and covenant headroom Half yearly bank reporting to lenders (actuals versus budget and prior year) and preparation of covenant certificates Input and reconciliation of cashflow forecasts in parent company forecasting software Support to the business with ad hoc transformation projects that drive improvements in working capital Ownership of external and internal audit requests related to the above areas Maintain good working knowledge of FRS102 and IFRS with respect to financial instruments Preparation of accounting memos for auditors and group finance for new material transactions associated with financial liabilities, cash, working capital etc Assist in the production of statutory accounts with disclosure for financial instruments, net debt etc Responsible for responding to regular Know Your Customer (KYC), Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), and other requests from lenders Liaison with the Jersey lawyers in respect of changes to Eurobond listed debt and preparation of board minutes for the same. Support with refinance projects including utilisation requests for existing funding arrangements. The successful Candidate is likely to be an Practice Trained ACA Qualified individual who possesses a strong technical and audit background and is used to preparing technical papers for senior managers and/or auditors, setting out accounting standard implications for new transactions. They will have strong knowledge of IFRS/FRS 102 accounting standards, and may have previously worked in a group finance function preparing management reporting and forecasting, ideally for cashflow, net debt and banking covenants. Our Client is offering a Salary of 65,000 - 70,000 + Benefits and they will be looking conduct interviews WC 13th April 2026.
May 07, 2026
Full time
Adapro Talent Partners are delighted to be supporting a large multi-site, retail organisation with their recruitment of a Group Finance Manager, on a permanent basis. Based at their Milton Keynes Headquarters, the Group Finance Manager will report to the Group Financial Controller and be responsible for financial reporting and forecasting for cash flow, balance sheet, and bank covenants. This is a key role in the team responsible for managing operational cash balances and ensuring compliance with loan agreements. The role provides vital support to the business with debt refinancing projects. Responsibilities Month end cashflow reporting for the group to the parent company Production of board pack slides for the above for Business Review Meetings and Board Meetings Monthly preparation of cashflow and covenants forecasts Monthly preparation of interest accruals and other journals connected with net debt (finance lease interest, effective interest, intercompany interest etc) Preparation of daily cashflow models and monitoring of operational cash balances and covenant headroom Half yearly bank reporting to lenders (actuals versus budget and prior year) and preparation of covenant certificates Input and reconciliation of cashflow forecasts in parent company forecasting software Support to the business with ad hoc transformation projects that drive improvements in working capital Ownership of external and internal audit requests related to the above areas Maintain good working knowledge of FRS102 and IFRS with respect to financial instruments Preparation of accounting memos for auditors and group finance for new material transactions associated with financial liabilities, cash, working capital etc Assist in the production of statutory accounts with disclosure for financial instruments, net debt etc Responsible for responding to regular Know Your Customer (KYC), Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), and other requests from lenders Liaison with the Jersey lawyers in respect of changes to Eurobond listed debt and preparation of board minutes for the same. Support with refinance projects including utilisation requests for existing funding arrangements. The successful Candidate is likely to be an Practice Trained ACA Qualified individual who possesses a strong technical and audit background and is used to preparing technical papers for senior managers and/or auditors, setting out accounting standard implications for new transactions. They will have strong knowledge of IFRS/FRS 102 accounting standards, and may have previously worked in a group finance function preparing management reporting and forecasting, ideally for cashflow, net debt and banking covenants. Our Client is offering a Salary of 65,000 - 70,000 + Benefits and they will be looking conduct interviews WC 13th April 2026.
As Finance Director, you will be a key member of the Executive Management Team. You will lead the finance function for the division across global subsidiaries, drive financial and operational performance, ensure robust financial controls, and oversee core business systems including ERP and financial software. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Act as a core member of the Executive Management Team, influencing divisional strategy, investment decisions, and business planning. Lead financial planning, analysis, and reporting for UK and US operations to support growth, profitability, and compliance. Financial Management Own all aspects of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting for the division. Deliver timely and accurate monthly management accounts, board reports, and analysis for performance review and decision-making. Business Systems & Process Ownership Lead the implementation, maintenance, and optimisation of business systems including; ERP, finance software, and integrated tools. Collaborate with IT and operations to ensure systems support scalable, efficient business operations. Governance & Compliance Ensure adherence to financial controls, statutory requirements, tax compliance, and audit readiness across both the UK and US entities, with the support of Group where needed. Subsidiary Oversight Manage finance operations for the division s subsidiaries ensuring cohesion, consistency, and visibility across the entities. Coordinate with local teams and external advisors to ensure compliance with regional financial, tax, and regulatory frameworks. Leadership & Team Development Build and lead a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional growth. Provide coaching and leadership to finance managers and cross-functional project teams. Required Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a strong technical and commercial background. Proven experience as a senior finance leader within a technology, software, or advanced engineering environment. Experience managing multi-entity operations within a public company context. Strong technical skills in IFRS and UK GAAP and UK tax legislation Strong knowledge of ERP systems and financial software platforms (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Dynamics). Demonstrated success in partnering with operational teams, improving business systems, and supporting scale-up or transformation. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across levels and geographies.
May 07, 2026
Full time
As Finance Director, you will be a key member of the Executive Management Team. You will lead the finance function for the division across global subsidiaries, drive financial and operational performance, ensure robust financial controls, and oversee core business systems including ERP and financial software. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Act as a core member of the Executive Management Team, influencing divisional strategy, investment decisions, and business planning. Lead financial planning, analysis, and reporting for UK and US operations to support growth, profitability, and compliance. Financial Management Own all aspects of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting for the division. Deliver timely and accurate monthly management accounts, board reports, and analysis for performance review and decision-making. Business Systems & Process Ownership Lead the implementation, maintenance, and optimisation of business systems including; ERP, finance software, and integrated tools. Collaborate with IT and operations to ensure systems support scalable, efficient business operations. Governance & Compliance Ensure adherence to financial controls, statutory requirements, tax compliance, and audit readiness across both the UK and US entities, with the support of Group where needed. Subsidiary Oversight Manage finance operations for the division s subsidiaries ensuring cohesion, consistency, and visibility across the entities. Coordinate with local teams and external advisors to ensure compliance with regional financial, tax, and regulatory frameworks. Leadership & Team Development Build and lead a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional growth. Provide coaching and leadership to finance managers and cross-functional project teams. Required Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a strong technical and commercial background. Proven experience as a senior finance leader within a technology, software, or advanced engineering environment. Experience managing multi-entity operations within a public company context. Strong technical skills in IFRS and UK GAAP and UK tax legislation Strong knowledge of ERP systems and financial software platforms (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Dynamics). Demonstrated success in partnering with operational teams, improving business systems, and supporting scale-up or transformation. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across levels and geographies.
Join us as Revenue Manager / Revenue & Billing Manager based in West Bromwich and play a key leadership role within our Finance & Operations function during an exciting period of transformation and growth. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded leader with experience across billing, contracts, revenue operations, forecasting, and team management to make a real impact within a globally recognised organisation. You will take ownership of contract lifecycle management, service revenue processes, billing accuracy, forecasting, customer escalations, and operational performance while driving continuous improvement, automation, and data-led decision making across the function. Leading the Revenue Team, you will work closely with finance, sales, service, and senior stakeholders to ensure efficient processes, exceptional customer service, and strong commercial outcomes. You will also play a key role in improving workflows, enhancing reporting through Power BI and ServiceNow, supporting change initiatives, and developing a high-performing, collaborative team culture. Revenue Manager aka Revenue Operations Manager, Billing & Revenue Manager, Commercial Operations Manager, Contract Revenue Manager Location: West Bromwich, West Midlands (Hybrid working with flexibility around WFH, however we do prefer that the successful individual will be in the office more so than not) Salary: £43k + £5k car allowance and great benefits. We re looking for an analytical and forward-thinking people leader with strong stakeholder management skills, preferably with experience managing operational or revenue-focused teams, and the ability to influence at management level. If you come from a Senior or Team Lead role and are looking for a step up, we would also love to hear from you. You should be highly organised, commercially aware, customer-focused, and confident working with forecasting, reporting, billing operations, and process improvement initiatives. Sound like you? Keen to apply? CLICK APPLY and send through a copy of a CV.
May 07, 2026
Full time
Join us as Revenue Manager / Revenue & Billing Manager based in West Bromwich and play a key leadership role within our Finance & Operations function during an exciting period of transformation and growth. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded leader with experience across billing, contracts, revenue operations, forecasting, and team management to make a real impact within a globally recognised organisation. You will take ownership of contract lifecycle management, service revenue processes, billing accuracy, forecasting, customer escalations, and operational performance while driving continuous improvement, automation, and data-led decision making across the function. Leading the Revenue Team, you will work closely with finance, sales, service, and senior stakeholders to ensure efficient processes, exceptional customer service, and strong commercial outcomes. You will also play a key role in improving workflows, enhancing reporting through Power BI and ServiceNow, supporting change initiatives, and developing a high-performing, collaborative team culture. Revenue Manager aka Revenue Operations Manager, Billing & Revenue Manager, Commercial Operations Manager, Contract Revenue Manager Location: West Bromwich, West Midlands (Hybrid working with flexibility around WFH, however we do prefer that the successful individual will be in the office more so than not) Salary: £43k + £5k car allowance and great benefits. We re looking for an analytical and forward-thinking people leader with strong stakeholder management skills, preferably with experience managing operational or revenue-focused teams, and the ability to influence at management level. If you come from a Senior or Team Lead role and are looking for a step up, we would also love to hear from you. You should be highly organised, commercially aware, customer-focused, and confident working with forecasting, reporting, billing operations, and process improvement initiatives. Sound like you? Keen to apply? CLICK APPLY and send through a copy of a CV.
Do you thrive on turning complex data into the strategic insights that drive the insurance industry forward? We are seeking a Workday Prism Lead to join our global analytics team on a Contract-to-Hire basis. As part of a leading Specialty Insurance and Reinsurance organization, you will play a pivotal role in transforming our HR and people data into a competitive advantage. We are looking for a trendsetter who can bridge the gap between high-level insurance operations and next-generation Workday technology. THE ROLE: DATA ARCHITECTURE & STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP As our Workday Prism Lead, you will move beyond standard reporting to build a sophisticated analytics ecosystem. You will lead the delivery of integrated, cloud-based solutions that allow our global business to make faster, data-driven decisions. Strategic Advisory: Partner with Insurance and Finance stakeholders to rationalize reporting needs and build a high-value reporting inventory. Pipeline Architecture: Lead the design and support of Workday Prism Analytics data pipelines, integrating external insurance-specific data with Workday HCM. Insight Visualization: Develop complex reports (Advanced, Matrix, Composite) and dashboards that track KPIs across the talent and operational life cycle. Requirement Translation: Act as the lead consultant between our business units and technical teams, translating complex insurance requirements into scalable data models. Problem Solving: Navigate sophisticated analytics use cases, identifying workarounds for complex data sets while ensuring long-term architectural integrity. REQUIRED SKILLS (THE TOOLKIT) 2+ Years of Prism Expertise: Hands-on experience in Workday Prism Analytics (data sourcing, transformation, and curated datasets). Reporting Mastery: Expert-level knowledge of Workday reporting frameworks (Advanced, Matrix, Composite). Leadership Capability: Experience at an Associate Manager or Manager level, with the ability to manage projects and influence senior stakeholders. Analytical Rigor: A background in handling large, complex datasets-ideally within a regulated financial or insurance environment. Communication: Excellent English skills with the ability to explain complex data models to non-technical business leaders. SET YOURSELF APART Industry Context: Previous experience within Insurance, Reinsurance, or Financial Services or Professional Services . Technical Breadth: Familiarity with BIRT, Workday Studio, or external BI tools like Power BI or Tableau. Certification: Active Workday certifications in Prism or Reporting. WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY? This "Contract-to-Hire" path offers a unique way to embed yourself in a global specialty insurer before transitioning into a permanent leadership career. Complex Challenges: Tackle data projects that involve global workforces and intricate regulatory landscapes. Professional Growth: Access to elite training and a clear path to permanent management. Modern Workspace: Join a diverse, socially active workforce that values flexibility, remote work, and work-life balance.
May 07, 2026
Do you thrive on turning complex data into the strategic insights that drive the insurance industry forward? We are seeking a Workday Prism Lead to join our global analytics team on a Contract-to-Hire basis. As part of a leading Specialty Insurance and Reinsurance organization, you will play a pivotal role in transforming our HR and people data into a competitive advantage. We are looking for a trendsetter who can bridge the gap between high-level insurance operations and next-generation Workday technology. THE ROLE: DATA ARCHITECTURE & STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP As our Workday Prism Lead, you will move beyond standard reporting to build a sophisticated analytics ecosystem. You will lead the delivery of integrated, cloud-based solutions that allow our global business to make faster, data-driven decisions. Strategic Advisory: Partner with Insurance and Finance stakeholders to rationalize reporting needs and build a high-value reporting inventory. Pipeline Architecture: Lead the design and support of Workday Prism Analytics data pipelines, integrating external insurance-specific data with Workday HCM. Insight Visualization: Develop complex reports (Advanced, Matrix, Composite) and dashboards that track KPIs across the talent and operational life cycle. Requirement Translation: Act as the lead consultant between our business units and technical teams, translating complex insurance requirements into scalable data models. Problem Solving: Navigate sophisticated analytics use cases, identifying workarounds for complex data sets while ensuring long-term architectural integrity. REQUIRED SKILLS (THE TOOLKIT) 2+ Years of Prism Expertise: Hands-on experience in Workday Prism Analytics (data sourcing, transformation, and curated datasets). Reporting Mastery: Expert-level knowledge of Workday reporting frameworks (Advanced, Matrix, Composite). Leadership Capability: Experience at an Associate Manager or Manager level, with the ability to manage projects and influence senior stakeholders. Analytical Rigor: A background in handling large, complex datasets-ideally within a regulated financial or insurance environment. Communication: Excellent English skills with the ability to explain complex data models to non-technical business leaders. SET YOURSELF APART Industry Context: Previous experience within Insurance, Reinsurance, or Financial Services or Professional Services . Technical Breadth: Familiarity with BIRT, Workday Studio, or external BI tools like Power BI or Tableau. Certification: Active Workday certifications in Prism or Reporting. WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY? This "Contract-to-Hire" path offers a unique way to embed yourself in a global specialty insurer before transitioning into a permanent leadership career. Complex Challenges: Tackle data projects that involve global workforces and intricate regulatory landscapes. Professional Growth: Access to elite training and a clear path to permanent management. Modern Workspace: Join a diverse, socially active workforce that values flexibility, remote work, and work-life balance.
Have you led complex finance transformation projects from design through to delivery? Do you thrive in high-profile, global projects where senior stakeholder engagement is critical? Are you ready to take ownership of a major Oracle Fusion ERP implementation and make a lasting impact on the business? Here at GXO, we are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Project Manager, on an 18-month FTC basis, to lead the UK&I wave of our Oracle Fusion ERP Global Project . This is a pivotal role, responsible for driving end-to-end delivery of a complex finance transformation programme, ensuring all business requirements are met and change is successfully embedded. Acting as the primary interface between finance leadership, IT, HR, and external partners, you will own delivery from a business perspective, working closely with the Technical Project Manager and Systems Integrator to balance priorities and achieve successful outcomes. This is an 18-month FTC. You'll be working on a hybrid basis between our Northampton, London & Chippenham office. However, some flexibility is required, this is logistics after all! Pay, benefits and more: We're looking to offer a salary of up to £100,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus a car allowance of £595 per calendar month and a discretionary annual bonus . 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme and private medical cover. What you'll do on a typical day: Drive the end-to-end delivery of the Oracle Fusion ERP UK&I and European rollout, ensuring delivery to scope, time, cost, and quality Coordinate and motivate cross-functional workstreams across Finance, IT, and HR, managing dependencies and interdependencies Own project planning, governance, risks, issues, milestones, and change control, proactively addressing deviations and recovery actions Build strong, trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and prepare high-quality Steering Committee papers, updates, and presentations Partner closely with third-party suppliers and systems integrators to ensure aligned, effective delivery across global teams What you need to succeed at GXO: Proven experience delivering & leading complex finance transformation programmes , including Oracle Fusion implementations . Strong senior stakeholder management skills, with confidence engaging Executive teams, MDs, FDs, and senior directors A solid understanding of core finance processes and the ability to translate business requirements into successful implementation outcomes Demonstrated ability to manage third-party suppliers and work collaboratively across Finance, IT, and HR PRINCE2 or equivalent project management certification, with excellent communication, judgement, attention to detail, and delivery focus We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains. GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement
May 07, 2026
Full time
Have you led complex finance transformation projects from design through to delivery? Do you thrive in high-profile, global projects where senior stakeholder engagement is critical? Are you ready to take ownership of a major Oracle Fusion ERP implementation and make a lasting impact on the business? Here at GXO, we are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Project Manager, on an 18-month FTC basis, to lead the UK&I wave of our Oracle Fusion ERP Global Project . This is a pivotal role, responsible for driving end-to-end delivery of a complex finance transformation programme, ensuring all business requirements are met and change is successfully embedded. Acting as the primary interface between finance leadership, IT, HR, and external partners, you will own delivery from a business perspective, working closely with the Technical Project Manager and Systems Integrator to balance priorities and achieve successful outcomes. This is an 18-month FTC. You'll be working on a hybrid basis between our Northampton, London & Chippenham office. However, some flexibility is required, this is logistics after all! Pay, benefits and more: We're looking to offer a salary of up to £100,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus a car allowance of £595 per calendar month and a discretionary annual bonus . 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme and private medical cover. What you'll do on a typical day: Drive the end-to-end delivery of the Oracle Fusion ERP UK&I and European rollout, ensuring delivery to scope, time, cost, and quality Coordinate and motivate cross-functional workstreams across Finance, IT, and HR, managing dependencies and interdependencies Own project planning, governance, risks, issues, milestones, and change control, proactively addressing deviations and recovery actions Build strong, trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and prepare high-quality Steering Committee papers, updates, and presentations Partner closely with third-party suppliers and systems integrators to ensure aligned, effective delivery across global teams What you need to succeed at GXO: Proven experience delivering & leading complex finance transformation programmes , including Oracle Fusion implementations . Strong senior stakeholder management skills, with confidence engaging Executive teams, MDs, FDs, and senior directors A solid understanding of core finance processes and the ability to translate business requirements into successful implementation outcomes Demonstrated ability to manage third-party suppliers and work collaboratively across Finance, IT, and HR PRINCE2 or equivalent project management certification, with excellent communication, judgement, attention to detail, and delivery focus We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains. GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement
We are seeking a senior finance leader to lead and transform the Record-to-Report (R2R) function within our European Shared Service Centre. This is a pivotal role in moving from a fragmented, transaction-led model to a standardised, high-quality and value-adding controlling and reporting service supporting European entities and manufacturing operations. Client Details Our client is a global manufacturing company committed to delivering high-quality products. They operate in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a strong focus on continuous improvement, sustainability and developing our people. This company is based in Wantage in South Oxfordshire and operates with flexible working hours with an on site working model. Description As the EMEA Finance Manager, you will be accountable for the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting across Europe, including management reporting, statutory accounts, balance sheet governance and SOX-controlled processes. You will lead and develop a multi-layered team, embed best-practice R2R standards, and act as the primary interface with Group Finance, Tax, Treasury and external auditors. This role offers a significant opportunity to drive finance transformation, elevate controlling capability, and embed continuous improvement through process standardisation, automation and system optimisation (SAP S/4HANA, OneStream). Key responsibilities Lead end-to-end month-end, quarter-end and year-end close across EMEA Own management reporting, forecasting support and performance analysis Ensure robust balance sheet control, governance and SOX compliance Lead statutory reporting and external audit coordination Build a high-performing, service-oriented R2R and controlling team Drive standardisation, automation and process excellence across Europe Partner credibly with senior stakeholders up to VP Finance level . Profile A successful EMEA Finance Manager should have: Fully qualified accountant (ACA,ACCA,CIMA or equivalent) Significant senior experience in Financial Reporting within a complex, multi-entity environment Strong finance background ideally with transformation experience Deep understanding of controlling, IFRS/US GAAP and balance sheet governance Comfortable operating in a US-listed, SOX-controlled environment Collaborative, resilient leader with a strong delivery and coaching mindset Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £80,000 to £85,000 per annum. Opportunity to work in an office-based role in South Oxfordshire near to the Didcot area. Permanent position with stability and growth potential. Collaborative and professional company culture. Exposure to the industrial/manufacturing sector with opportunities to contribute to key business decisions. If you are ready to take the next step in your career as an EMEA Finance Manager, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity today!
May 07, 2026
Full time
We are seeking a senior finance leader to lead and transform the Record-to-Report (R2R) function within our European Shared Service Centre. This is a pivotal role in moving from a fragmented, transaction-led model to a standardised, high-quality and value-adding controlling and reporting service supporting European entities and manufacturing operations. Client Details Our client is a global manufacturing company committed to delivering high-quality products. They operate in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a strong focus on continuous improvement, sustainability and developing our people. This company is based in Wantage in South Oxfordshire and operates with flexible working hours with an on site working model. Description As the EMEA Finance Manager, you will be accountable for the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting across Europe, including management reporting, statutory accounts, balance sheet governance and SOX-controlled processes. You will lead and develop a multi-layered team, embed best-practice R2R standards, and act as the primary interface with Group Finance, Tax, Treasury and external auditors. This role offers a significant opportunity to drive finance transformation, elevate controlling capability, and embed continuous improvement through process standardisation, automation and system optimisation (SAP S/4HANA, OneStream). Key responsibilities Lead end-to-end month-end, quarter-end and year-end close across EMEA Own management reporting, forecasting support and performance analysis Ensure robust balance sheet control, governance and SOX compliance Lead statutory reporting and external audit coordination Build a high-performing, service-oriented R2R and controlling team Drive standardisation, automation and process excellence across Europe Partner credibly with senior stakeholders up to VP Finance level . Profile A successful EMEA Finance Manager should have: Fully qualified accountant (ACA,ACCA,CIMA or equivalent) Significant senior experience in Financial Reporting within a complex, multi-entity environment Strong finance background ideally with transformation experience Deep understanding of controlling, IFRS/US GAAP and balance sheet governance Comfortable operating in a US-listed, SOX-controlled environment Collaborative, resilient leader with a strong delivery and coaching mindset Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £80,000 to £85,000 per annum. Opportunity to work in an office-based role in South Oxfordshire near to the Didcot area. Permanent position with stability and growth potential. Collaborative and professional company culture. Exposure to the industrial/manufacturing sector with opportunities to contribute to key business decisions. If you are ready to take the next step in your career as an EMEA Finance Manager, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity today!
We are partnering with a high-growth, private equity backed group of independent schools in London to recruit a commercially driven Financial Planning & Analysis Manager. This role is paying £60,000 - £70,000 per annum. Note, it is critical you have previously worked within a private equity backed environment. This organisation is a fast-growing group of independent schools in the UK backed by private equity investors, focused on building a premium, multi-site education platform. It operates a portfolio of schools that typically combine strong academic performance with modern facilities and a broad co-curricular offering. The model is centred on acquiring, integrating, and improving schools while preserving their individual identities and educational standards. From a strategic perspective, the business is driven by value creation typical of private equity ownership, growing pupil numbers, optimising fee structures, improving operational efficiency, and expanding through acquisitions. There is usually a strong emphasis on data, performance tracking, and central support functions to enhance outcomes across the group. Culturally, they are fast-paced and evolving, sitting somewhere between traditional education and corporate performance-driven businesses. If you're considering joining a business like this, the appeal is typically exposure to strategy, M&A activity, and board-level decision-making, but it also comes with the intensity and accountability that private equity ownership brings. The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager is central to driving financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making, and delivering high-quality insights to senior leadership and investors. This position offers direct exposure to operational leaders, making it ideal for a high calibre finance leader seeking impact, visibility, and progression in a fast-paced PE environment. Lead the financial planning and analysis cycle, including annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning. Partner with senior stakeholders to provide financial insights that support strategic decision-making. Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate business performance, risks, and opportunities. Deliver timely and accurate management reporting, including variance analysis and key performance indicators. Analyse financial results, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations to improve performance. Support month-end and year-end processes, working closely with accounting teams. Drive improvements in reporting processes, tools, and data quality to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Prepare presentations and reports for executive leadership and board-level discussions. Monitor costs, revenues, and profitability across departments or business units. Ensure financial plans align with organisational goals and market conditions. Financial Planning & Analysis Manager: Qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CGMA/CIMA) or equivalent. It is essential you have worked in a private equity backed organisation. Proven experience in FP&A, financial modelling, or commercial finance roles. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data. Advanced Excel skills, experience with financial systems and reporting tools is advantageous. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-finance stakeholders. Strong business partnering experience and stakeholder management skills. High attention to detail with a proactive and problem-solving mindset. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. Commercially aware with a strategic mindset. Experience in process improvement or transformation initiatives is a plus. £60,000 - £70,000 per annum. Hybrid working. Annual leave package. Pension. Central London offices close to transport links. Why Join? Key role in a high-growth PE-backed business. Exposure to senior leadership and investors. Opportunity to influence strategic decisions. Dynamic and entrepreneurial culture. EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.
May 07, 2026
Full time
We are partnering with a high-growth, private equity backed group of independent schools in London to recruit a commercially driven Financial Planning & Analysis Manager. This role is paying £60,000 - £70,000 per annum. Note, it is critical you have previously worked within a private equity backed environment. This organisation is a fast-growing group of independent schools in the UK backed by private equity investors, focused on building a premium, multi-site education platform. It operates a portfolio of schools that typically combine strong academic performance with modern facilities and a broad co-curricular offering. The model is centred on acquiring, integrating, and improving schools while preserving their individual identities and educational standards. From a strategic perspective, the business is driven by value creation typical of private equity ownership, growing pupil numbers, optimising fee structures, improving operational efficiency, and expanding through acquisitions. There is usually a strong emphasis on data, performance tracking, and central support functions to enhance outcomes across the group. Culturally, they are fast-paced and evolving, sitting somewhere between traditional education and corporate performance-driven businesses. If you're considering joining a business like this, the appeal is typically exposure to strategy, M&A activity, and board-level decision-making, but it also comes with the intensity and accountability that private equity ownership brings. The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager is central to driving financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making, and delivering high-quality insights to senior leadership and investors. This position offers direct exposure to operational leaders, making it ideal for a high calibre finance leader seeking impact, visibility, and progression in a fast-paced PE environment. Lead the financial planning and analysis cycle, including annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning. Partner with senior stakeholders to provide financial insights that support strategic decision-making. Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate business performance, risks, and opportunities. Deliver timely and accurate management reporting, including variance analysis and key performance indicators. Analyse financial results, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations to improve performance. Support month-end and year-end processes, working closely with accounting teams. Drive improvements in reporting processes, tools, and data quality to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Prepare presentations and reports for executive leadership and board-level discussions. Monitor costs, revenues, and profitability across departments or business units. Ensure financial plans align with organisational goals and market conditions. Financial Planning & Analysis Manager: Qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CGMA/CIMA) or equivalent. It is essential you have worked in a private equity backed organisation. Proven experience in FP&A, financial modelling, or commercial finance roles. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data. Advanced Excel skills, experience with financial systems and reporting tools is advantageous. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-finance stakeholders. Strong business partnering experience and stakeholder management skills. High attention to detail with a proactive and problem-solving mindset. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. Commercially aware with a strategic mindset. Experience in process improvement or transformation initiatives is a plus. £60,000 - £70,000 per annum. Hybrid working. Annual leave package. Pension. Central London offices close to transport links. Why Join? Key role in a high-growth PE-backed business. Exposure to senior leadership and investors. Opportunity to influence strategic decisions. Dynamic and entrepreneurial culture. EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.
NLB Solutions are working with a large business in Luton that are moving to a new system for both payroll and accounting and so would like someone that is an experienced Payroller that has worked on Workday and has potentially done testing. This role will report into the Payroll Manager who will offer support in the day to day activities of the payroll processing and the testing for the upcoming implementation of Workday. The business offer a great open plan office with parking and you will be part of a team of 10+ payrollers on a day to day basis. The payrolls will be mainly weekly processing and then with one head office monthly payroll. Duties: Support the delivery of fortnightly, 4-weekly and monthly payrolls for approximately 16,000 employees Process internal Management & Admin (M&A) 4-weekly payrolls Assist with TUPE transfers and payroll elements of mobilisation activity Ensure payroll accuracy, integrity and compliance with HMRC legislation Manage submissions to HMRC including RTI, P35/P60 and statutory reporting Reconcile payroll data and oversee associated payments including HMRC, pensions and benefits Manage pension administration including Auto Enrolment, LGPS and other workplace schemes Review off-cycle payments and implement controls to minimise exceptions Collaborate closely with HR, Finance and operational teams Support continuous improvement of payroll processes and system functionality Deliver training to operational managers on payroll systems and processes Contribute to payroll system transition and transformation initiatives Person Spec: Strong experience operating within a high-volume, fast-paced payroll environment Excellent knowledge of PAYE and HMRC regulations Sound understanding of TUPE and contractual pay obligations Experience managing multiple payroll cycles Strong knowledge of employee benefits and associated tax implications Confident supporting change within a growing organisation
May 07, 2026
Full time
NLB Solutions are working with a large business in Luton that are moving to a new system for both payroll and accounting and so would like someone that is an experienced Payroller that has worked on Workday and has potentially done testing. This role will report into the Payroll Manager who will offer support in the day to day activities of the payroll processing and the testing for the upcoming implementation of Workday. The business offer a great open plan office with parking and you will be part of a team of 10+ payrollers on a day to day basis. The payrolls will be mainly weekly processing and then with one head office monthly payroll. Duties: Support the delivery of fortnightly, 4-weekly and monthly payrolls for approximately 16,000 employees Process internal Management & Admin (M&A) 4-weekly payrolls Assist with TUPE transfers and payroll elements of mobilisation activity Ensure payroll accuracy, integrity and compliance with HMRC legislation Manage submissions to HMRC including RTI, P35/P60 and statutory reporting Reconcile payroll data and oversee associated payments including HMRC, pensions and benefits Manage pension administration including Auto Enrolment, LGPS and other workplace schemes Review off-cycle payments and implement controls to minimise exceptions Collaborate closely with HR, Finance and operational teams Support continuous improvement of payroll processes and system functionality Deliver training to operational managers on payroll systems and processes Contribute to payroll system transition and transformation initiatives Person Spec: Strong experience operating within a high-volume, fast-paced payroll environment Excellent knowledge of PAYE and HMRC regulations Sound understanding of TUPE and contractual pay obligations Experience managing multiple payroll cycles Strong knowledge of employee benefits and associated tax implications Confident supporting change within a growing organisation
Your new company This role is working for Hays, a FTSE 250 recruitment leader with a global footprint, combining decades of expertise with a bold technology strategy focused on modernisation, digitalisation and innovation to power progress through people and market-leading tech. With deep specialism across STEM and digital domains, Hays leverages data-driven insight and a worldwide tech talent network to help organisations secure the skills they need today and for the future. Backed by significant investment in its technology transformation and strategic partnerships, Hays is shaping the future of tech recruitment and supporting businesses as they build tomorrow's workforce. Your new role The Demand & Capacity Manager ensures that Technology Operations has the resources, capacity, and performance headroom needed to deliver stable, predictable, and scalable services globally. The role is responsible for forecasting demand, analysing consumption trends, modelling capacity needs, and identifying risks related to saturation, seasonal patterns, and strategic growth. This includes coordinating with Finance, PMO, Service Performance Management, Engineering teams, and vendors to ensure that demand is understood, capacity is planned, and costs are optimised across infrastructure, platforms, cloud, and global operations. Core Responsibilities: Own the global demand and capacity management framework across infrastructure, cloud, platforms, and operational delivery services. Develop and maintain capacity models incorporating historic trends, business forecasts, and technology growth patterns. Forecast demand for infrastructure resources, cloud consumption, platform usage, licensing, storage, workloads, and workforce/operational capacity. Identify saturation risks, constraints, seasonal spikes, and capacity-related service vulnerabilities. Provide capacity insights to PMO reprioritisation, investment planning, and readiness assessments. Work with Service Performance Manager to correlate capacity with stability, recurrence patterns, and performance bottlenecks. Partner with Vendor/Contract Manager to assess vendor capacity commitments, delivery models, and scalability. Collaborate with EA to ensure capacity plans align with technology roadmaps and transformation initiatives. Ensure appropriate capacity for major business events, releases, migrations, and peak periods. Maintain regular reporting covering consumption, forecasts, risks, and recommended actions. Accountable for the accuracy and quality of global demand and capacity forecasts. Ensure capacity risks are identified early, documented, communicated, and mitigated with clear action plans. Maintain a single source of truth for demand, consumption, and capacity insights. Provide leadership with proactive recommendations for investment, optimisation, and scaling actions. Drive alignment between capacity planning, financial forecasting, and platform/infrastructure strategies. Prepare and run capacity governance routines including monthly capacity reviews. Ensure readiness and capacity availability for major business or technology events. Support cloud optimisation and FinOps activities with accurate consumption modelling. Collaborate with operational teams to ensure capacity actions support service stability and avoid degradations. Global Delivery & Collaboration: Work with Regional Service Managers to capture local demand patterns, constraints, and capacity needs. Collaborate with EA to ensure strategic alignment with long-term architectural evolution. Partner with Infrastructure and Platform teams to understand scaling limits, performance boundaries, and capacity signals. Engage with PMO to validate capacity readiness for projects, migrations, and releases. Coordinate globally with MSPs (incl. Cognizant) to validate vendor capacity and delivery throughput. Work with Finance and Cost Management teams to validate budget impact, cost-to-serve models, and cloud consumption forecasts. Support Security and Compliance capacity requirements for logging, monitoring, DR, and backup workloads. Key Deliverable: Global Demand & Capacity Forecast (rolling 12-36 months). Capacity Models & Dashboards (infrastructure, cloud, platform, operational workload). Monthly Consumption & Capacity Report including risks, hotspots, and future projections. Quarterly Capacity Review Pack including investment proposals and optimisation insights. Capacity inputs for PMO readiness assessments, budgeting, and prioritisation. Documentation of mitigation actions for capacity-related risks. Cloud consumption models and cost-optimisation recommendations. KPIs & Success Measures: Accuracy of demand and capacity forecasts. Reduction of unplanned capacity-related incidents or outages. Timeliness of capacity reporting and insights. Optimisation impact (cloud savings, resource efficiency gains). Stakeholder satisfaction across Technology, Finance, Regions, and Vendors. Alignment of capacity with business demand and technology roadmaps. What you'll need to succeed Hands-on experience with automation platforms (ServiceNow Flow Designer, Power Automate, Rundeck, Ansible, Terraform, or similar). Scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash, or equivalent). Understanding of monitoring and alerting systems (eg, Dynatrace, Datadog, Splunk, Azure Monitor). Knowledge of ITSM processes (Incident, Problem, Change, Request) and workflow automation. Experience integrating automation with CI/CD, APIs, and cloud-native services. Strong understanding of identity models, RBAC, and secure automation practices. Ability nonrepresentational issues and translate them into automation solutions. Experience working with MSPs and global delivery models What you'll get in return Competitive base salary + bonus + benefits aligned to the seniority of the role. 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. 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 on our website.
May 07, 2026
Full time
Your new company This role is working for Hays, a FTSE 250 recruitment leader with a global footprint, combining decades of expertise with a bold technology strategy focused on modernisation, digitalisation and innovation to power progress through people and market-leading tech. With deep specialism across STEM and digital domains, Hays leverages data-driven insight and a worldwide tech talent network to help organisations secure the skills they need today and for the future. Backed by significant investment in its technology transformation and strategic partnerships, Hays is shaping the future of tech recruitment and supporting businesses as they build tomorrow's workforce. Your new role The Demand & Capacity Manager ensures that Technology Operations has the resources, capacity, and performance headroom needed to deliver stable, predictable, and scalable services globally. The role is responsible for forecasting demand, analysing consumption trends, modelling capacity needs, and identifying risks related to saturation, seasonal patterns, and strategic growth. This includes coordinating with Finance, PMO, Service Performance Management, Engineering teams, and vendors to ensure that demand is understood, capacity is planned, and costs are optimised across infrastructure, platforms, cloud, and global operations. Core Responsibilities: Own the global demand and capacity management framework across infrastructure, cloud, platforms, and operational delivery services. Develop and maintain capacity models incorporating historic trends, business forecasts, and technology growth patterns. Forecast demand for infrastructure resources, cloud consumption, platform usage, licensing, storage, workloads, and workforce/operational capacity. Identify saturation risks, constraints, seasonal spikes, and capacity-related service vulnerabilities. Provide capacity insights to PMO reprioritisation, investment planning, and readiness assessments. Work with Service Performance Manager to correlate capacity with stability, recurrence patterns, and performance bottlenecks. Partner with Vendor/Contract Manager to assess vendor capacity commitments, delivery models, and scalability. Collaborate with EA to ensure capacity plans align with technology roadmaps and transformation initiatives. Ensure appropriate capacity for major business events, releases, migrations, and peak periods. Maintain regular reporting covering consumption, forecasts, risks, and recommended actions. Accountable for the accuracy and quality of global demand and capacity forecasts. Ensure capacity risks are identified early, documented, communicated, and mitigated with clear action plans. Maintain a single source of truth for demand, consumption, and capacity insights. Provide leadership with proactive recommendations for investment, optimisation, and scaling actions. Drive alignment between capacity planning, financial forecasting, and platform/infrastructure strategies. Prepare and run capacity governance routines including monthly capacity reviews. Ensure readiness and capacity availability for major business or technology events. Support cloud optimisation and FinOps activities with accurate consumption modelling. Collaborate with operational teams to ensure capacity actions support service stability and avoid degradations. Global Delivery & Collaboration: Work with Regional Service Managers to capture local demand patterns, constraints, and capacity needs. Collaborate with EA to ensure strategic alignment with long-term architectural evolution. Partner with Infrastructure and Platform teams to understand scaling limits, performance boundaries, and capacity signals. Engage with PMO to validate capacity readiness for projects, migrations, and releases. Coordinate globally with MSPs (incl. Cognizant) to validate vendor capacity and delivery throughput. Work with Finance and Cost Management teams to validate budget impact, cost-to-serve models, and cloud consumption forecasts. Support Security and Compliance capacity requirements for logging, monitoring, DR, and backup workloads. Key Deliverable: Global Demand & Capacity Forecast (rolling 12-36 months). Capacity Models & Dashboards (infrastructure, cloud, platform, operational workload). Monthly Consumption & Capacity Report including risks, hotspots, and future projections. Quarterly Capacity Review Pack including investment proposals and optimisation insights. Capacity inputs for PMO readiness assessments, budgeting, and prioritisation. Documentation of mitigation actions for capacity-related risks. Cloud consumption models and cost-optimisation recommendations. KPIs & Success Measures: Accuracy of demand and capacity forecasts. Reduction of unplanned capacity-related incidents or outages. Timeliness of capacity reporting and insights. Optimisation impact (cloud savings, resource efficiency gains). Stakeholder satisfaction across Technology, Finance, Regions, and Vendors. Alignment of capacity with business demand and technology roadmaps. What you'll need to succeed Hands-on experience with automation platforms (ServiceNow Flow Designer, Power Automate, Rundeck, Ansible, Terraform, or similar). Scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash, or equivalent). Understanding of monitoring and alerting systems (eg, Dynatrace, Datadog, Splunk, Azure Monitor). Knowledge of ITSM processes (Incident, Problem, Change, Request) and workflow automation. Experience integrating automation with CI/CD, APIs, and cloud-native services. Strong understanding of identity models, RBAC, and secure automation practices. Ability nonrepresentational issues and translate them into automation solutions. Experience working with MSPs and global delivery models What you'll get in return Competitive base salary + bonus + benefits aligned to the seniority of the role. 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. 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 on our website.
K.A.G. Recruitment are excited to bring to you a new, exciting, and exclusive opportunity for a Supply Chain Continuous Improvement Manager to join our client, a trusted supplier of Aluminium flat rolled products based in Bridgnorth. The position will initially begin as a 12 Month FTC with a view to going permanent for the right candidate. Purpose of the role: To drive continuous improvement across the Supply Chain function by identifying, leading, and delivering initiatives that enhance operational performance, efficiency, and ways of working. This role will utilise data, structured methodologies, and stakeholder engagement to deliver sustainable improvements aligned with business objectives. Role: Supply Chain Continuous Improvement Manager Salary: £60 - £63,000 DOE + Private medical - 25 Days holiday + stats Location: Bridgnorth Hours of Work: Monday - Friday - 36.25 Hours Key Responsibilities: Own and manage a structured portfolio of Supply Chain improvement and transformation initiatives, prioritising based on business impact and return. Lead end-to-end project delivery, from opportunity identification and business case development through to implementation and benefit realisation. Drive measurable financial and operational improvements, including cost reduction, cost avoidance, and performance enhancement. Embed structured change management practices to ensure successful adoption of new processes and systems. Champion digitalisation and Industry 4.0 initiatives, working closely with IT and cross-functional teams. Design and maintain KPI dashboards, ensuring visibility, governance, and alignment with Supply Chain objectives. Promote a culture of continuous improvement through Lean methodologies, Safety Walks, and Waste Walk activities. Collaborate with Finance and senior stakeholders to validate business cases and track sustained benefits. About You: You will have proven experience within Supply Chain and Continuous Improvement ideally from a Logistics, Automotive or Manufacturing environment, along with strong end-to-end knowledge across Logistics, Planning, and Material handling. The ability to have had physical contact with the moving of products is essential in order to proactively identify solutions and lead change across multiple departments within the business. Knowledge of working with stakeholders and delivering sustainable improvements using structured methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen OR Prince is desirable along with a highly analytical and commercially aware mindset, with the confidence to build business cases and use data to support effective decision-making. Benefits: Annual Management Bonus, Annual Service/Attendance Bonus, Pension matched up to 7%, 4x Annual Salary Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan, Cycle to Work Scheme, Tech & Car Scheme, Wellbeing Support
May 07, 2026
Full time
K.A.G. Recruitment are excited to bring to you a new, exciting, and exclusive opportunity for a Supply Chain Continuous Improvement Manager to join our client, a trusted supplier of Aluminium flat rolled products based in Bridgnorth. The position will initially begin as a 12 Month FTC with a view to going permanent for the right candidate. Purpose of the role: To drive continuous improvement across the Supply Chain function by identifying, leading, and delivering initiatives that enhance operational performance, efficiency, and ways of working. This role will utilise data, structured methodologies, and stakeholder engagement to deliver sustainable improvements aligned with business objectives. Role: Supply Chain Continuous Improvement Manager Salary: £60 - £63,000 DOE + Private medical - 25 Days holiday + stats Location: Bridgnorth Hours of Work: Monday - Friday - 36.25 Hours Key Responsibilities: Own and manage a structured portfolio of Supply Chain improvement and transformation initiatives, prioritising based on business impact and return. Lead end-to-end project delivery, from opportunity identification and business case development through to implementation and benefit realisation. Drive measurable financial and operational improvements, including cost reduction, cost avoidance, and performance enhancement. Embed structured change management practices to ensure successful adoption of new processes and systems. Champion digitalisation and Industry 4.0 initiatives, working closely with IT and cross-functional teams. Design and maintain KPI dashboards, ensuring visibility, governance, and alignment with Supply Chain objectives. Promote a culture of continuous improvement through Lean methodologies, Safety Walks, and Waste Walk activities. Collaborate with Finance and senior stakeholders to validate business cases and track sustained benefits. About You: You will have proven experience within Supply Chain and Continuous Improvement ideally from a Logistics, Automotive or Manufacturing environment, along with strong end-to-end knowledge across Logistics, Planning, and Material handling. The ability to have had physical contact with the moving of products is essential in order to proactively identify solutions and lead change across multiple departments within the business. Knowledge of working with stakeholders and delivering sustainable improvements using structured methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen OR Prince is desirable along with a highly analytical and commercially aware mindset, with the confidence to build business cases and use data to support effective decision-making. Benefits: Annual Management Bonus, Annual Service/Attendance Bonus, Pension matched up to 7%, 4x Annual Salary Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan, Cycle to Work Scheme, Tech & Car Scheme, Wellbeing Support
Role Purpose The Head of HR Technology, Systems, Processes & Data Analytics will lead the digital transformation of the HR function, ensuring scalable, efficient, and insight driven people operations. This role oversees the strategic direction, governance, optimisation, and integration of all HR systems and data, enabling evidence based decision making across a complex engineering environment. The role ensures HR processes are standardised, automated where possible, and support operational excellence, workforce planning, safety critical compliance, and productivity. Key Responsibilities HR Technology Strategy & Governance Develop and own the HR technology roadmap aligned to business strategy, engineering operational requirements, and digital transformation goals. Lead the selection, implementation, and optimisation of HRIS, ATS, LMS, payroll, workforce management, and other people related systems. Establish data governance, security protocols, role based access and compliance with regulatory standards (GDPR, ISO, industry standards). Systems Ownership & Process Excellence Standardise, simplify, and automate HR processes across the employee lifecycle (recruitment, onboarding, performance, learning, reward, exit). Implement workflow efficiencies that reduce admin burden and improve user experience for employees, managers, and HR colleagues. Manage integrations between HR systems and engineering/operational systems (ERP, scheduling, HSE systems). People Data, Analytics & Insights Lead the development of dashboards, predictive analytics, reporting suites, and workforce insights to support decision making. Build capability to track workforce productivity, skills availability, diversity, attrition, safety metrics and operational workforce planning. Ensure data accuracy, quality, and integrity across all HR datasets and reporting sources. Stakeholder Engagement & Change Leadership Partner with engineering, operations, IT, finance, and leadership teams to understand needs and deliver effective solutions. Drive adoption of HR technologies through communication, training, and change management. Serve as a subject matter expert on HR digitalisation, emerging technologies and analytics best practice. Team Leadership & Vendor Management Lead and develop a multi disciplinary team (HRIS specialists, analysts, process owners). Manage relationships with technology partners, system vendors, and external consultants. Track performance, SLAs, and ROI for HR technology investments. Key Skills & Experience Proven experience leading HR technology and analytics functions, ideally in engineering, manufacturing, utilities, or other complex operational sectors. Deep knowledge of HRIS platforms (SuccessFactors, SAP HR, etc.). Strong understanding of process optimisation (Lean, Six Sigma desirable). Experience with workforce analytics, data modelling, dashboard design (Power BI/Tableau). Strong project and change management experience. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to operate strategically while delivering hands on improvements.
May 07, 2026
Full time
Role Purpose The Head of HR Technology, Systems, Processes & Data Analytics will lead the digital transformation of the HR function, ensuring scalable, efficient, and insight driven people operations. This role oversees the strategic direction, governance, optimisation, and integration of all HR systems and data, enabling evidence based decision making across a complex engineering environment. The role ensures HR processes are standardised, automated where possible, and support operational excellence, workforce planning, safety critical compliance, and productivity. Key Responsibilities HR Technology Strategy & Governance Develop and own the HR technology roadmap aligned to business strategy, engineering operational requirements, and digital transformation goals. Lead the selection, implementation, and optimisation of HRIS, ATS, LMS, payroll, workforce management, and other people related systems. Establish data governance, security protocols, role based access and compliance with regulatory standards (GDPR, ISO, industry standards). Systems Ownership & Process Excellence Standardise, simplify, and automate HR processes across the employee lifecycle (recruitment, onboarding, performance, learning, reward, exit). Implement workflow efficiencies that reduce admin burden and improve user experience for employees, managers, and HR colleagues. Manage integrations between HR systems and engineering/operational systems (ERP, scheduling, HSE systems). People Data, Analytics & Insights Lead the development of dashboards, predictive analytics, reporting suites, and workforce insights to support decision making. Build capability to track workforce productivity, skills availability, diversity, attrition, safety metrics and operational workforce planning. Ensure data accuracy, quality, and integrity across all HR datasets and reporting sources. Stakeholder Engagement & Change Leadership Partner with engineering, operations, IT, finance, and leadership teams to understand needs and deliver effective solutions. Drive adoption of HR technologies through communication, training, and change management. Serve as a subject matter expert on HR digitalisation, emerging technologies and analytics best practice. Team Leadership & Vendor Management Lead and develop a multi disciplinary team (HRIS specialists, analysts, process owners). Manage relationships with technology partners, system vendors, and external consultants. Track performance, SLAs, and ROI for HR technology investments. Key Skills & Experience Proven experience leading HR technology and analytics functions, ideally in engineering, manufacturing, utilities, or other complex operational sectors. Deep knowledge of HRIS platforms (SuccessFactors, SAP HR, etc.). Strong understanding of process optimisation (Lean, Six Sigma desirable). Experience with workforce analytics, data modelling, dashboard design (Power BI/Tableau). Strong project and change management experience. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to operate strategically while delivering hands on improvements.
