Are you a qualified Finance Business Partner with experience supporting large-scale infrastructure or complex project environments? Do you enjoy influencing senior stakeholders, driving financial performance, and providing commercial insight on major programmes? Salary: £65,853.60 to £77,474.40 depending on experience Location: Birmingham, office 3 days per week, 2 from home My client is looking to appoint a Finance Business Partner to support a high-profile infrastructure programme based in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity to join a complex and fast-paced environment where you will play a key role in financial planning, reporting, governance, and business decision-making. The successful candidate will work closely with programme and commercial teams, providing challenge and assurance around budgets, forecasts, cashflow, and financial performance whilst ensuring strong financial controls are maintained throughout the project lifecycle. Essential Requirements: Fully qualified accountant Experience operating within a complex project or infrastructure environment Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting Ability to challenge and review financial data effectively Strong Excel and ERP systems experience Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information to non-finance stakeholders Desirable: Experience within infrastructure, engineering, transport, or public sector environments Understanding of government funding or regulated financial environments This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nationally significant programme offering long-term career development, hybrid working, and an excellent overall package.Top of Form To apply for this position, please submit your CV for consideration url removed
May 19, 2026
Full time
Are you a qualified Finance Business Partner with experience supporting large-scale infrastructure or complex project environments? Do you enjoy influencing senior stakeholders, driving financial performance, and providing commercial insight on major programmes? Salary: £65,853.60 to £77,474.40 depending on experience Location: Birmingham, office 3 days per week, 2 from home My client is looking to appoint a Finance Business Partner to support a high-profile infrastructure programme based in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity to join a complex and fast-paced environment where you will play a key role in financial planning, reporting, governance, and business decision-making. The successful candidate will work closely with programme and commercial teams, providing challenge and assurance around budgets, forecasts, cashflow, and financial performance whilst ensuring strong financial controls are maintained throughout the project lifecycle. Essential Requirements: Fully qualified accountant Experience operating within a complex project or infrastructure environment Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting Ability to challenge and review financial data effectively Strong Excel and ERP systems experience Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information to non-finance stakeholders Desirable: Experience within infrastructure, engineering, transport, or public sector environments Understanding of government funding or regulated financial environments This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nationally significant programme offering long-term career development, hybrid working, and an excellent overall package.Top of Form To apply for this position, please submit your CV for consideration url removed
Surveillance Officer (Associate) - Investment Banking London Are you a detail-driven compliance professional with a passion for market integrity and surveillance? We're partnering with a leading global investment banking group to hire a Surveillance Officer to join their London-based Compliance team. This is a high-impact opportunity to play a key role in safeguarding market conduct, working across multiple business lines and engaging with senior stakeholders. The Opportunity You'll sit within a dynamic Surveillance function responsible for designing, implementing, and enhancing monitoring frameworks across trading and banking activities. This role offers exposure to a broad range of asset classes and regulatory topics, with a strong focus on market abuse detection, data analysis, and alert investigation . Key Responsibilities Monitor and investigate trade surveillance alerts across multiple business lines (Global Markets, Investment Banking, Treasury) Analyse trading activity, orders, RFQs and market data to identify potential market abuse or conduct risks Escalate suspicious activity and support end-to-end investigations , ensuring robust audit trails Contribute to the design and calibration of surveillance models , including thresholds and logic enhancements Produce high-quality management information (MI) and compliance reports for senior stakeholders Identify gaps in surveillance frameworks and proactively recommend improvements Support model validation, testing, and calibration governance Maintain up-to-date policies, procedures, and documentation Liaise with Front Office, Compliance Advisory, and Technology teams to improve data quality and monitoring capability Keep abreast of regulatory developments and assess their impact on surveillance frameworks About You You'll bring a strong analytical mindset, coupled with a proactive and investigative approach: Strong data analysis skills with the ability to produce meaningful insights and MI Confident communicator with the ability to challenge and influence effectively Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to manage high volumes of data Proficient in Excel and Python is a must
May 19, 2026
Full time
Surveillance Officer (Associate) - Investment Banking London Are you a detail-driven compliance professional with a passion for market integrity and surveillance? We're partnering with a leading global investment banking group to hire a Surveillance Officer to join their London-based Compliance team. This is a high-impact opportunity to play a key role in safeguarding market conduct, working across multiple business lines and engaging with senior stakeholders. The Opportunity You'll sit within a dynamic Surveillance function responsible for designing, implementing, and enhancing monitoring frameworks across trading and banking activities. This role offers exposure to a broad range of asset classes and regulatory topics, with a strong focus on market abuse detection, data analysis, and alert investigation . Key Responsibilities Monitor and investigate trade surveillance alerts across multiple business lines (Global Markets, Investment Banking, Treasury) Analyse trading activity, orders, RFQs and market data to identify potential market abuse or conduct risks Escalate suspicious activity and support end-to-end investigations , ensuring robust audit trails Contribute to the design and calibration of surveillance models , including thresholds and logic enhancements Produce high-quality management information (MI) and compliance reports for senior stakeholders Identify gaps in surveillance frameworks and proactively recommend improvements Support model validation, testing, and calibration governance Maintain up-to-date policies, procedures, and documentation Liaise with Front Office, Compliance Advisory, and Technology teams to improve data quality and monitoring capability Keep abreast of regulatory developments and assess their impact on surveillance frameworks About You You'll bring a strong analytical mindset, coupled with a proactive and investigative approach: Strong data analysis skills with the ability to produce meaningful insights and MI Confident communicator with the ability to challenge and influence effectively Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to manage high volumes of data Proficient in Excel and Python is a must
Project Manager - Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Delivery Location: Chelmsford Up to £57,059 per annum Fixed Term/Secondment (2 years), Full Time Hybrid-working role contractually based in Chelmsford. You will work from the Chelmsford office at least one day per week, and across our operational areas on other days, depending on business need. The postholder will manage the delivery of multiple, high value EV infrastructure contracts. While appointed Charging Point Operators (CPOs) and contractors will undertake physical delivery, the role holder is accountable for ensuring that all delivery proposals, programme activity and outputs are appropriate, compliant, safe, timely, valueformoney and aligned with ECC's strategic, legal and reputational requirements. The role requires confident decision making, proactive risk management and constructive challenge of suppliers and partners. Working across transport, highways, legal, finance, procurement, communications and sustainability teams, the postholder will translate complex policy, technical and commercial constraints into effective delivery control, enabling the rollout of EV infrastructure at scale and pace across Essex. Accountabilities Lead and manage the end to end client side delivery of EV charging infrastructure contracts, ensuring outputs are delivered on time, within budget and to agreed quality and safety standards. Maintain a clear grip on programme scope, milestones, dependencies and critical paths across parallel workstreams, proactively addressing emerging delivery risks or delays. Exercise professional judgement to balance cost, programme, safety, quality, community impact and policy objectives when making delivery decisions. Be a point of control and assurance for appointed Charging Point Operators, contractors and delivery partners. Challenge supplier proposals, methodologies and programmes where they do not meet ECC's technical, legal, commercial or strategic requirements, securing revisions where necessary. Hold suppliers to account for contractual performance, ensuring delivery aligns with agreed KPIs, funding obligations and governance standards. Lead the resolution of delivery issues and disputes, escalating where appropriate while maintaining momentum and constructive working relationships. Ensure delivery activity complies with relevant highways, planning, electrical, health and safety, environmental and statutory requirements. Identify, manage and mitigate programme and contract risks, ensuring appropriate governance, audit trails and assurance are in place. Maintain oversight of funding conditions and reporting requirements (including national or external funding bodies), ensuring full compliance and accurate evidence capture. Provide clear, concise reporting on progress, risks, decisions and performance to senior leaders, enabling informed governance and intervention where required. Drive continuous improvement in delivery processes, performance management and supplier engagement. Protect and enhance ECC's reputation by ensuring EV infrastructure is delivered safely, transparently and to a high standard. The Experience You Will Bring Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline such as project management, infrastructure delivery, engineering, transport, energy or the built environment. Formal project management qualification (e.g. APM PMQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent), or demonstrable experience applying structured project management methodologies in a complex delivery environment. Demonstrable experience managing multiple live contracts or workstreams simultaneously, maintaining control of scope, cost, programme and risk. Experience acting in a client side or commissioning role, managing delivery by external contractors or suppliers rather than undertaking physical delivery directly. Proven ability to make delivery decisions and trade offs relating to cost, programme, quality, safety, risk and stakeholder impact. Experience recovering or stabilising delivery where projects or suppliers are at risk of underperformance. Experience holding suppliers and contractors to account for performance, outputs and compliance within a contractual framework. Confidence to challenge supplier proposals, delivery plans and methodologies, securing changes where required to protect organisational interests. Understanding of public sector procurement, contract management and governance processes, including value for money obligations and audit requirements. Experience monitoring KPIs, milestones, risks and financial performance, and using this information to drive delivery improvement. Proven ability to manage delivery in regulated or safety critical environments, with an appreciation of legal, health and safety, highways, planning or statutory requirements. Experience identifying, managing and mitigating programme and contract risk, maintaining appropriate documentation, controls and assurance. Ability to work within funding conditions and reporting frameworks, ensuring compliance and robust evidence capture. Sufficient technical understanding of EV charging infrastructure, highways or energy systems to act as an informed client, challenge supplier assumptions and assess delivery risk. Awareness of national and local EV policy, funding programmes and delivery models applicable to local authorities. Ability to interpret technical, financial and programme information to inform delivery decisions (deep technical specialism not required). Confidence and credibility to operate with senior internal stakeholders, suppliers and partners, balancing constructive relationships with firm delivery control. Ability to operate effectively in complex, ambiguous environments and make proportionate, evidence based decisions under pressure. Clear, concise communication skills, capable of translating complex delivery issues into actionable recommendations and transparent reporting.
May 19, 2026
Contractor
Project Manager - Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Delivery Location: Chelmsford Up to £57,059 per annum Fixed Term/Secondment (2 years), Full Time Hybrid-working role contractually based in Chelmsford. You will work from the Chelmsford office at least one day per week, and across our operational areas on other days, depending on business need. The postholder will manage the delivery of multiple, high value EV infrastructure contracts. While appointed Charging Point Operators (CPOs) and contractors will undertake physical delivery, the role holder is accountable for ensuring that all delivery proposals, programme activity and outputs are appropriate, compliant, safe, timely, valueformoney and aligned with ECC's strategic, legal and reputational requirements. The role requires confident decision making, proactive risk management and constructive challenge of suppliers and partners. Working across transport, highways, legal, finance, procurement, communications and sustainability teams, the postholder will translate complex policy, technical and commercial constraints into effective delivery control, enabling the rollout of EV infrastructure at scale and pace across Essex. Accountabilities Lead and manage the end to end client side delivery of EV charging infrastructure contracts, ensuring outputs are delivered on time, within budget and to agreed quality and safety standards. Maintain a clear grip on programme scope, milestones, dependencies and critical paths across parallel workstreams, proactively addressing emerging delivery risks or delays. Exercise professional judgement to balance cost, programme, safety, quality, community impact and policy objectives when making delivery decisions. Be a point of control and assurance for appointed Charging Point Operators, contractors and delivery partners. Challenge supplier proposals, methodologies and programmes where they do not meet ECC's technical, legal, commercial or strategic requirements, securing revisions where necessary. Hold suppliers to account for contractual performance, ensuring delivery aligns with agreed KPIs, funding obligations and governance standards. Lead the resolution of delivery issues and disputes, escalating where appropriate while maintaining momentum and constructive working relationships. Ensure delivery activity complies with relevant highways, planning, electrical, health and safety, environmental and statutory requirements. Identify, manage and mitigate programme and contract risks, ensuring appropriate governance, audit trails and assurance are in place. Maintain oversight of funding conditions and reporting requirements (including national or external funding bodies), ensuring full compliance and accurate evidence capture. Provide clear, concise reporting on progress, risks, decisions and performance to senior leaders, enabling informed governance and intervention where required. Drive continuous improvement in delivery processes, performance management and supplier engagement. Protect and enhance ECC's reputation by ensuring EV infrastructure is delivered safely, transparently and to a high standard. The Experience You Will Bring Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline such as project management, infrastructure delivery, engineering, transport, energy or the built environment. Formal project management qualification (e.g. APM PMQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent), or demonstrable experience applying structured project management methodologies in a complex delivery environment. Demonstrable experience managing multiple live contracts or workstreams simultaneously, maintaining control of scope, cost, programme and risk. Experience acting in a client side or commissioning role, managing delivery by external contractors or suppliers rather than undertaking physical delivery directly. Proven ability to make delivery decisions and trade offs relating to cost, programme, quality, safety, risk and stakeholder impact. Experience recovering or stabilising delivery where projects or suppliers are at risk of underperformance. Experience holding suppliers and contractors to account for performance, outputs and compliance within a contractual framework. Confidence to challenge supplier proposals, delivery plans and methodologies, securing changes where required to protect organisational interests. Understanding of public sector procurement, contract management and governance processes, including value for money obligations and audit requirements. Experience monitoring KPIs, milestones, risks and financial performance, and using this information to drive delivery improvement. Proven ability to manage delivery in regulated or safety critical environments, with an appreciation of legal, health and safety, highways, planning or statutory requirements. Experience identifying, managing and mitigating programme and contract risk, maintaining appropriate documentation, controls and assurance. Ability to work within funding conditions and reporting frameworks, ensuring compliance and robust evidence capture. Sufficient technical understanding of EV charging infrastructure, highways or energy systems to act as an informed client, challenge supplier assumptions and assess delivery risk. Awareness of national and local EV policy, funding programmes and delivery models applicable to local authorities. Ability to interpret technical, financial and programme information to inform delivery decisions (deep technical specialism not required). Confidence and credibility to operate with senior internal stakeholders, suppliers and partners, balancing constructive relationships with firm delivery control. Ability to operate effectively in complex, ambiguous environments and make proportionate, evidence based decisions under pressure. Clear, concise communication skills, capable of translating complex delivery issues into actionable recommendations and transparent reporting.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Staff Software Engineer - Machine Learning About this role We're on a mission to transform the way we use data and AI to service our customers and drive efficiency across the business. Do you love shaping the technical landscape and driving innovation across the organisation? Are you passionate about solving complex ML and AI challenges and supporting multiple teams toward a shared technical vision? At Capital One, you'll be part of a community of technical leaders who drive engineering excellence, foster innovation, and deliver impactful ML/AI and Gen AI solutions that meet real customer needs. What You'll Do Own and drive the ML/AI technical strategy for UK use cases, spanning multiple teams and influencing the overall technical direction for AI adoption Lead and coordinate ML engineering efforts across multiple teams, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives, enterprise platform capabilities, and technology strategy Provide technical consultancy to teams delivering AI use cases, guiding architectural decisions, solution design, and effective use of enterprise ML/AI platforms and capabilities Proactively identify emerging ML/AI patterns, define and evangelise best practices, and establish reusable approaches that enhance delivery of AI use cases across the business Drive MLOps standards and practices across teams, including CI/CD for models, automated testing, monitoring, and deployment pipelines Collaborate with enterprise platform and data science teams, contributing to platform capabilities where appropriate and partnering on use case delivery Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, product owners, data science teams, and enterprise platform partners Represent Capital One in external ML/AI technical forums, contributing to industry discussions Develop and advocate for strategies to proactively manage technical debt across ML/AI systems Actively mentor and develop engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning What we're looking for Deep expertise in Python and ML engineering Deep expertise in ML/AI systems design, MLOps, and cloud-native architectures Track record of leading ML/AI technical initiatives across multiple teams Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Experience with ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn) and Gen AI/Agentic frameworks (LangGraph, LangChain, VectorDBs, RAG) Understanding of responsible AI practices, including guardrails, hallucination mitigation, and output quality management for AI systems Experience designing and scaling low-latency, customer-facing ML/AI architectures Proven experience setting a multi-team ML/AI technical vision and strategy Strong track record of technical leadership and influence without authority Experience driving ML engineering standards and best practices across organisations Deep understanding of the full ML/AI development lifecycle, including model serving, data pipelines, and Gen AI systems Experience leveraging enterprise platforms to deliver business use cases at scale Experience of steering Communities of Practice or technical forums Strong business acumen and ability to translate ML/AI concepts for various audiences Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our office and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name
May 18, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Staff Software Engineer - Machine Learning About this role We're on a mission to transform the way we use data and AI to service our customers and drive efficiency across the business. Do you love shaping the technical landscape and driving innovation across the organisation? Are you passionate about solving complex ML and AI challenges and supporting multiple teams toward a shared technical vision? At Capital One, you'll be part of a community of technical leaders who drive engineering excellence, foster innovation, and deliver impactful ML/AI and Gen AI solutions that meet real customer needs. What You'll Do Own and drive the ML/AI technical strategy for UK use cases, spanning multiple teams and influencing the overall technical direction for AI adoption Lead and coordinate ML engineering efforts across multiple teams, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives, enterprise platform capabilities, and technology strategy Provide technical consultancy to teams delivering AI use cases, guiding architectural decisions, solution design, and effective use of enterprise ML/AI platforms and capabilities Proactively identify emerging ML/AI patterns, define and evangelise best practices, and establish reusable approaches that enhance delivery of AI use cases across the business Drive MLOps standards and practices across teams, including CI/CD for models, automated testing, monitoring, and deployment pipelines Collaborate with enterprise platform and data science teams, contributing to platform capabilities where appropriate and partnering on use case delivery Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, product owners, data science teams, and enterprise platform partners Represent Capital One in external ML/AI technical forums, contributing to industry discussions Develop and advocate for strategies to proactively manage technical debt across ML/AI systems Actively mentor and develop engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning What we're looking for Deep expertise in Python and ML engineering Deep expertise in ML/AI systems design, MLOps, and cloud-native architectures Track record of leading ML/AI technical initiatives across multiple teams Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Experience with ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn) and Gen AI/Agentic frameworks (LangGraph, LangChain, VectorDBs, RAG) Understanding of responsible AI practices, including guardrails, hallucination mitigation, and output quality management for AI systems Experience designing and scaling low-latency, customer-facing ML/AI architectures Proven experience setting a multi-team ML/AI technical vision and strategy Strong track record of technical leadership and influence without authority Experience driving ML engineering standards and best practices across organisations Deep understanding of the full ML/AI development lifecycle, including model serving, data pipelines, and Gen AI systems Experience leveraging enterprise platforms to deliver business use cases at scale Experience of steering Communities of Practice or technical forums Strong business acumen and ability to translate ML/AI concepts for various audiences Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our office and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name
Financial Reporting Manager Location: Lincoln Salary: up to £60,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Full Time, Permanent Benjamin Edwards are recruiting for a a well-established and expanding organisation in Lincoln to appoint a technically capable Financial Reporting Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for an analytically minded finance professional who thrives on untangling complex financial issues, enhancing processes, and contributing to the evolution of a growing business. Working alongside the Financial Controller, wider finance leadership team, and group stakeholders, you will be instrumental in elevating reporting standards, strengthening financial controls, and leading a structured initiative to transform the fixed asset and capital expenditure framework. The role of the Financial Reporting Manager Fixed Asset Improvement Programme Lead the delivery of a clear plan to review, cleanse, and enhance the fixed asset register Investigate and correct historical inaccuracies, misclassifications, and gaps Establish consistent asset classifications aligned with IFRS and group standards Develop and roll out a practical and user-friendly capitalisation policy Capital Expenditure Oversight Collaborate with operational teams to refine CAPEX approval and monitoring processes Ensure accurate capitalisation and timely closure of projects Improve tracking and reporting of work-in-progress (WIP) Strengthen audit trails and supporting documentation Financial Reporting & Compliance Take ownership of month-end and year-end close activities Maintain integrity of the general ledger and financial outputs Lead the statutory accounts preparation process Produce key reconciliations, including balance sheet, cash, and tax submissions Ensure adherence to accounting standards, tax requirements, and audit expectations Systems & Continuous Improvement Partner with systems teams to optimise fixed asset functionality Drive automation initiatives to reduce manual intervention Enhance data quality and reporting across finance and the wider business Stakeholder Engagement Act as the primary contact for all fixed asset-related queries Work cross-functionally with operational and senior stakeholders Provide clear updates on progress, risks, and key deliverables Promote understanding of capitalisation policies across non-finance teams The Ideal candidate for the Financial Reporting Manager Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Demonstrated experience in financial reporting and accounting environments Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and compliance requirements Proactive and hands-on, with a problem-solving mindset Able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines effectively Detail-focused, organised, and self-driven To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Benjamin Edwards Ltd, please do not hesitate to apply.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Financial Reporting Manager Location: Lincoln Salary: up to £60,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Full Time, Permanent Benjamin Edwards are recruiting for a a well-established and expanding organisation in Lincoln to appoint a technically capable Financial Reporting Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for an analytically minded finance professional who thrives on untangling complex financial issues, enhancing processes, and contributing to the evolution of a growing business. Working alongside the Financial Controller, wider finance leadership team, and group stakeholders, you will be instrumental in elevating reporting standards, strengthening financial controls, and leading a structured initiative to transform the fixed asset and capital expenditure framework. The role of the Financial Reporting Manager Fixed Asset Improvement Programme Lead the delivery of a clear plan to review, cleanse, and enhance the fixed asset register Investigate and correct historical inaccuracies, misclassifications, and gaps Establish consistent asset classifications aligned with IFRS and group standards Develop and roll out a practical and user-friendly capitalisation policy Capital Expenditure Oversight Collaborate with operational teams to refine CAPEX approval and monitoring processes Ensure accurate capitalisation and timely closure of projects Improve tracking and reporting of work-in-progress (WIP) Strengthen audit trails and supporting documentation Financial Reporting & Compliance Take ownership of month-end and year-end close activities Maintain integrity of the general ledger and financial outputs Lead the statutory accounts preparation process Produce key reconciliations, including balance sheet, cash, and tax submissions Ensure adherence to accounting standards, tax requirements, and audit expectations Systems & Continuous Improvement Partner with systems teams to optimise fixed asset functionality Drive automation initiatives to reduce manual intervention Enhance data quality and reporting across finance and the wider business Stakeholder Engagement Act as the primary contact for all fixed asset-related queries Work cross-functionally with operational and senior stakeholders Provide clear updates on progress, risks, and key deliverables Promote understanding of capitalisation policies across non-finance teams The Ideal candidate for the Financial Reporting Manager Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Demonstrated experience in financial reporting and accounting environments Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and compliance requirements Proactive and hands-on, with a problem-solving mindset Able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines effectively Detail-focused, organised, and self-driven To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Benjamin Edwards Ltd, please do not hesitate to apply.
Operational Risk Analyst - Global Market Operations Chester/Hybrid 6 months contract Day Rate £475 via Umbrella Company Pontoon is an employment consultancy, we put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identifies, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. My client is on the world's leading financial institutions united in their purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. They are dedicated to helping teammates be their best at work and at home. It starts with having a diverse, inclusive workplace where employees are valued for their individual strengths and perspectives. They firmly believe all employees should be treated with respect, live free of discrimination and be able to bring their whole selves to work. This is core to who they are as a company and how they drive responsible growth. Role Overview My client is seeking an Operational Risk Analyst to join the Global Markets Operations function, supporting day-to-day BAU operational risk management across front-to-back markets processes. This role sits close to the business and is highly hands-on, focusing on risk identification, control oversight, audit engagement, and governance discipline within a fast-paced investment banking environment. The successful candidate will bring strong operational risk knowledge, a solid understanding of Global Markets operations, and confidence operating in a control-driven, audit-focused environment. Experience with formal issue management frameworks is desirable but not essential. You will be office based in Chester 3 days a week, 2 days working from home, standard office hours Monday to Friday with the occasional out of hours requirement in line with business needs. Key Responsibilities Support BAU operational risk activities within Global Markets Operations, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, documented, and appropriately escalated Act as a first point of contact for audit and regulatory requests, coordinating responses and ensuring timely, high-quality submissions Ensure teams save down evidence correctly, maintain audit trails, and adhere to governance standards Maintain and oversee process and control documentation, including process inventories and risk assessments Monitor and support remediation of control gaps, issues, and risk events, working closely with operations and control partners Partner with Audit, Compliance, and Operational Risk stakeholders to address findings, themes, and emerging risks Produce and maintain risk reporting, trackers, and logs, providing clear visibility of status and actions Embed a strong risk and control mindset across Global Markets operational processes Required Experience & Skills Strong Operational Risk experience within a regulated financial services environment Demonstrable experience within Investment Banking or Global Markets Operations (e.g. collateral, settlements, reconciliations, onboarding, trade support, derivatives operations) Working knowledge of controls, risk identification, audit support, and governance requirements Experience responding to audit / regulatory requests and coordinating evidence collection High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple BAU priorities in parallel Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, comfortable working with senior operations teams Desirable Exposure to issue management, remediation tracking, or use of formal issue / action management frameworks Familiarity with process inventories (e.g. SPI), control maps, or risk & control self-assessments Experience working closely with 2LoD Operational Risk or Compliance teams Please apply with an up-to-date CV which must show evidence of the above to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
May 18, 2026
Contractor
Operational Risk Analyst - Global Market Operations Chester/Hybrid 6 months contract Day Rate £475 via Umbrella Company Pontoon is an employment consultancy, we put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identifies, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. My client is on the world's leading financial institutions united in their purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. They are dedicated to helping teammates be their best at work and at home. It starts with having a diverse, inclusive workplace where employees are valued for their individual strengths and perspectives. They firmly believe all employees should be treated with respect, live free of discrimination and be able to bring their whole selves to work. This is core to who they are as a company and how they drive responsible growth. Role Overview My client is seeking an Operational Risk Analyst to join the Global Markets Operations function, supporting day-to-day BAU operational risk management across front-to-back markets processes. This role sits close to the business and is highly hands-on, focusing on risk identification, control oversight, audit engagement, and governance discipline within a fast-paced investment banking environment. The successful candidate will bring strong operational risk knowledge, a solid understanding of Global Markets operations, and confidence operating in a control-driven, audit-focused environment. Experience with formal issue management frameworks is desirable but not essential. You will be office based in Chester 3 days a week, 2 days working from home, standard office hours Monday to Friday with the occasional out of hours requirement in line with business needs. Key Responsibilities Support BAU operational risk activities within Global Markets Operations, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, documented, and appropriately escalated Act as a first point of contact for audit and regulatory requests, coordinating responses and ensuring timely, high-quality submissions Ensure teams save down evidence correctly, maintain audit trails, and adhere to governance standards Maintain and oversee process and control documentation, including process inventories and risk assessments Monitor and support remediation of control gaps, issues, and risk events, working closely with operations and control partners Partner with Audit, Compliance, and Operational Risk stakeholders to address findings, themes, and emerging risks Produce and maintain risk reporting, trackers, and logs, providing clear visibility of status and actions Embed a strong risk and control mindset across Global Markets operational processes Required Experience & Skills Strong Operational Risk experience within a regulated financial services environment Demonstrable experience within Investment Banking or Global Markets Operations (e.g. collateral, settlements, reconciliations, onboarding, trade support, derivatives operations) Working knowledge of controls, risk identification, audit support, and governance requirements Experience responding to audit / regulatory requests and coordinating evidence collection High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple BAU priorities in parallel Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, comfortable working with senior operations teams Desirable Exposure to issue management, remediation tracking, or use of formal issue / action management frameworks Familiarity with process inventories (e.g. SPI), control maps, or risk & control self-assessments Experience working closely with 2LoD Operational Risk or Compliance teams Please apply with an up-to-date CV which must show evidence of the above to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Chase and Holland Recruitment Ltd
Malton, Yorkshire
Finance Lead - Malton - Up to £90,000 Chase & Holland are excited to be working exclusively with a successful FMCG organisation that boasts impressive market share, who are looking for a dynamic, continuous improvement focused Site Finance Lead, to join their passionate leadership team.You will report directly to the Group Finance Director, the Finance Site Lead will play a central role in driving performance at site, partnering closely with operations to turn financial insight into meaningful action. This is a highly visible role where finance isn't just reporting the numbers; it's shaping decisions, influencing outcomes, and improving how the site performs day to day. Working at the heart of the operation, you'll lead the site finance team while collaborating with the Head of Operations and wider leadership to challenge thinking, unlock efficiencies, and deliver sustainable improvements. Package & Benefits: Car Allowance and 10% Bonus Private Medical Insurance Enhanced Sick Pay and Life Assurance Our client will offer a great chance to work in a fast-growing sector of their business and a real opportunity to make a difference Exceptional career development opportunities Defined contribution pension scheme (8% employer) and life assurance Finance Lead responsibilities will include: Lead the site finance function Partner with the Head of Operations and Operations team To identify and deliver key continuous improvement initiatives To work with the senior management team to develop strategies for profit and any ad hoc project work Preparation and delivery of monthly business reviews Maintaining true and accurate financial records and audit trails for all statutory, internal and external auditing purposes. Required Skills & Experience: A hands-on, proactive approach with a passion for improvement and detail Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with qualified experience in Manufacturing or FMCG Demonstrable skills of managing and developing a team Strong IT and systems knowledge Strong influencing and communication skills Focus and push both self and others to achieve targets and results If you are interested in this great Finance Lead role, please apply now. Chase & Holland acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We specialise in Finance, Supply Chain, HR and IT recruitment and comfortably service Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Staffordshire and Lincolnshire marketplaces.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Finance Lead - Malton - Up to £90,000 Chase & Holland are excited to be working exclusively with a successful FMCG organisation that boasts impressive market share, who are looking for a dynamic, continuous improvement focused Site Finance Lead, to join their passionate leadership team.You will report directly to the Group Finance Director, the Finance Site Lead will play a central role in driving performance at site, partnering closely with operations to turn financial insight into meaningful action. This is a highly visible role where finance isn't just reporting the numbers; it's shaping decisions, influencing outcomes, and improving how the site performs day to day. Working at the heart of the operation, you'll lead the site finance team while collaborating with the Head of Operations and wider leadership to challenge thinking, unlock efficiencies, and deliver sustainable improvements. Package & Benefits: Car Allowance and 10% Bonus Private Medical Insurance Enhanced Sick Pay and Life Assurance Our client will offer a great chance to work in a fast-growing sector of their business and a real opportunity to make a difference Exceptional career development opportunities Defined contribution pension scheme (8% employer) and life assurance Finance Lead responsibilities will include: Lead the site finance function Partner with the Head of Operations and Operations team To identify and deliver key continuous improvement initiatives To work with the senior management team to develop strategies for profit and any ad hoc project work Preparation and delivery of monthly business reviews Maintaining true and accurate financial records and audit trails for all statutory, internal and external auditing purposes. Required Skills & Experience: A hands-on, proactive approach with a passion for improvement and detail Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with qualified experience in Manufacturing or FMCG Demonstrable skills of managing and developing a team Strong IT and systems knowledge Strong influencing and communication skills Focus and push both self and others to achieve targets and results If you are interested in this great Finance Lead role, please apply now. Chase & Holland acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We specialise in Finance, Supply Chain, HR and IT recruitment and comfortably service Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Staffordshire and Lincolnshire marketplaces.
GRC Analyst Information Security London Hybrid £50,000 - £55,000 + Bonus VIQU has partnered with a leading transport organisation to recruit a GRC Analyst to join their Finance and Information Security team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a GRC Analyst to take ownership of established governance frameworks, policies, and risk processes within a highly regulated environment. The GRC Analyst will play a key role in maintaining compliance, supporting audits, and embedding a strong risk-aware culture across the business. Key Responsibilities of the GRC Analyst: Support and maintain the organisation s risk management framework, including risk identification, assessment, and monitoring Facilitate risk assessments across business units and support mitigation planning Monitor risk trends, control effectiveness, and emerging threats, providing insights to senior stakeholders Support compliance programmes, ensuring adherence to regulatory and industry standards (e.g. ISO27001, NIST CSF) Coordinate internal and external audits, including evidence gathering and action tracking Contribute to governance policies, standards, and procedures development and review Produce clear governance and risk reports for leadership teams Support governance and assurance of technology change management processes Assist with risk, compliance, and security awareness initiatives across the organisation Key Requirements of the GRC Analyst: 4 5 years experience in governance, risk, or compliance roles within regulated or critical environments Strong understanding of frameworks such as ISO27001 and NIST CSF Experience supporting audits, compliance reporting, and evidence management Ability to interpret regulatory requirements into practical controls and processes Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Experience within regulated sectors such as transport, utilities, financial services, or government Exposure to Operational Technology (OT) or Industrial Control Systems (ICS) (desirable) Relevant certifications (ISO27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, CISMP, CRISC, CISM) (desirable) Degree in Information Security, Risk, Business, Law, or equivalent experience Additional Information: Hybrid working: Initially 5 days onsite, reducing to 3 days onsite after probation 5% bonus 10% pension contribution Free Zone 1 6 travel for you and a nominated household member 75% discount on National Rail season tickets Interview process: 2 stages (Face-to-face and virtual) Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Noah Yeoman at (url removed). Know someone exceptional for this GRC Analyst position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). Follow us on IT Recruitment for more exciting opportunities.
May 15, 2026
Full time
GRC Analyst Information Security London Hybrid £50,000 - £55,000 + Bonus VIQU has partnered with a leading transport organisation to recruit a GRC Analyst to join their Finance and Information Security team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a GRC Analyst to take ownership of established governance frameworks, policies, and risk processes within a highly regulated environment. The GRC Analyst will play a key role in maintaining compliance, supporting audits, and embedding a strong risk-aware culture across the business. Key Responsibilities of the GRC Analyst: Support and maintain the organisation s risk management framework, including risk identification, assessment, and monitoring Facilitate risk assessments across business units and support mitigation planning Monitor risk trends, control effectiveness, and emerging threats, providing insights to senior stakeholders Support compliance programmes, ensuring adherence to regulatory and industry standards (e.g. ISO27001, NIST CSF) Coordinate internal and external audits, including evidence gathering and action tracking Contribute to governance policies, standards, and procedures development and review Produce clear governance and risk reports for leadership teams Support governance and assurance of technology change management processes Assist with risk, compliance, and security awareness initiatives across the organisation Key Requirements of the GRC Analyst: 4 5 years experience in governance, risk, or compliance roles within regulated or critical environments Strong understanding of frameworks such as ISO27001 and NIST CSF Experience supporting audits, compliance reporting, and evidence management Ability to interpret regulatory requirements into practical controls and processes Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Experience within regulated sectors such as transport, utilities, financial services, or government Exposure to Operational Technology (OT) or Industrial Control Systems (ICS) (desirable) Relevant certifications (ISO27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, CISMP, CRISC, CISM) (desirable) Degree in Information Security, Risk, Business, Law, or equivalent experience Additional Information: Hybrid working: Initially 5 days onsite, reducing to 3 days onsite after probation 5% bonus 10% pension contribution Free Zone 1 6 travel for you and a nominated household member 75% discount on National Rail season tickets Interview process: 2 stages (Face-to-face and virtual) Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Noah Yeoman at (url removed). Know someone exceptional for this GRC Analyst position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). Follow us on IT Recruitment for more exciting opportunities.
Recently Qualified Accountant - Property Your new company I am currently working with a Rail company, and they are looking to hire a Senior Finance Business Partner. This is a great opportunity to join a fast paced and commercial team, working closely with senior stakeholders. Your new role Reporting to the Finance Director, your responsibilities will be: Preparing quarterly management accounts informationMonitoring external reporting requirements Utilising systems to enhance models and forecasting processesAssisting with the design and implementation of improved financial processes and controls Providing accurate, timely and reliable financial information to assist management and decision-making.Undertaking research on VAT / tax related issues as needed. What you'll need to succeed You are currently a Finance Business Partner or Finance Manager in a heavy sector industry. Ideally you have a background in the rail or wider Transportation sector. What you'll get in return A competitive salary of £70,000 - £75,000 + bonus + benefits. You'll have the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and collaborative financial environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
May 15, 2026
Full time
Recently Qualified Accountant - Property Your new company I am currently working with a Rail company, and they are looking to hire a Senior Finance Business Partner. This is a great opportunity to join a fast paced and commercial team, working closely with senior stakeholders. Your new role Reporting to the Finance Director, your responsibilities will be: Preparing quarterly management accounts informationMonitoring external reporting requirements Utilising systems to enhance models and forecasting processesAssisting with the design and implementation of improved financial processes and controls Providing accurate, timely and reliable financial information to assist management and decision-making.Undertaking research on VAT / tax related issues as needed. What you'll need to succeed You are currently a Finance Business Partner or Finance Manager in a heavy sector industry. Ideally you have a background in the rail or wider Transportation sector. What you'll get in return A competitive salary of £70,000 - £75,000 + bonus + benefits. You'll have the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and collaborative financial environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Finance Manager required for a retail business in Bristol Your new company Retail business based in Bristol Your new role A hands-on Finance Manager role in a growing, product-led SME where you'll lead a small team, stay close to the numbers, and keep the operational finance engine running smoothly.This is a practical, detail-focused position: you'll own the day-to-day finance function, oversee core processes, and ensure the business has accurate, timely and reliable financial information to support decision-making.You'll work closely with the Operations team and Finance leadership, providing strong financial oversight across a stock-led production environment.What you'll do Month-end delivery - run a clean, consistent close and produce accurate management accounts AP/AR oversight - ensure banking, reconciliations and transactional processes are completed on time Team leadership - manage and support a small finance team (approx. 3 people) Financial controls - maintain strong processes, audit trails and compliance Debtor management - oversee payment runs and credit control VAT & compliance - ensure returns are accurate and submitted on schedule Reporting & insight - produce structured reporting, highlighting risks, variances and trends Payroll coordination - oversee payroll processes with external partners Data accuracy - keep financial information consistent across systems Stock & cost accounting - oversee costing, stock reconciliations and COGS accuracy Stock alignment - support stocktakes and ensure physical vs financial stock matches What you'll need to succeed Experience as a Finance Manager, Senior Management Accountant or similar Strong hands-on experience across month-end, reporting, AP/AR and reconciliations Experience managing or overseeing a transactional finance team Confident working with ERP systems Background in a stock-led, manufacturing or product-based SME Highly organised, detail-focused and reliable Clear communicator who works well across teams AAT qualified, or CIMA/ACCA qualified/part-qualified What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. 25 days holiday Additional parental and sick pay Free on-site parking Cycle to Work scheme Paid volunteer days Employee wellbeing support What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. INDHAF #
May 14, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager required for a retail business in Bristol Your new company Retail business based in Bristol Your new role A hands-on Finance Manager role in a growing, product-led SME where you'll lead a small team, stay close to the numbers, and keep the operational finance engine running smoothly.This is a practical, detail-focused position: you'll own the day-to-day finance function, oversee core processes, and ensure the business has accurate, timely and reliable financial information to support decision-making.You'll work closely with the Operations team and Finance leadership, providing strong financial oversight across a stock-led production environment.What you'll do Month-end delivery - run a clean, consistent close and produce accurate management accounts AP/AR oversight - ensure banking, reconciliations and transactional processes are completed on time Team leadership - manage and support a small finance team (approx. 3 people) Financial controls - maintain strong processes, audit trails and compliance Debtor management - oversee payment runs and credit control VAT & compliance - ensure returns are accurate and submitted on schedule Reporting & insight - produce structured reporting, highlighting risks, variances and trends Payroll coordination - oversee payroll processes with external partners Data accuracy - keep financial information consistent across systems Stock & cost accounting - oversee costing, stock reconciliations and COGS accuracy Stock alignment - support stocktakes and ensure physical vs financial stock matches What you'll need to succeed Experience as a Finance Manager, Senior Management Accountant or similar Strong hands-on experience across month-end, reporting, AP/AR and reconciliations Experience managing or overseeing a transactional finance team Confident working with ERP systems Background in a stock-led, manufacturing or product-based SME Highly organised, detail-focused and reliable Clear communicator who works well across teams AAT qualified, or CIMA/ACCA qualified/part-qualified What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. 25 days holiday Additional parental and sick pay Free on-site parking Cycle to Work scheme Paid volunteer days Employee wellbeing support What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. INDHAF #
Head of Procurement (Global) Location : Fareham, Hamshire, UK, with travel to North America, Europe and Southeast Asia Salary: Up to 100k (negotiable) with Profit related bonus Description Our client is an innovative, industry-leading manufacturer serving the construction, industrial, and rail sectors is seeking a Head of Procurement to join their growing team and align with their 5 year growth strategy. This is a newly created role offering the chance to work with cutting-edge products in a purpose-led business that values integrity, passion, excellence and respect. You will be primarily based in their offices in Fareham , however, the role does require global travel. Reporting to theCOO, The Head of Procurement will build and lead a strategic, globally aligned procurement function to support their growth ambitions. This role will transform procurement into a core strategic capability, enabling the business to scale to 70m+ supply chain capacity with strong cost control, supplier resilience and operational reliability. The successful candidate will develop a data-led, commercially driven procurement model, aligned to product strategy and global expansion across the UK, Europe and North America. As the business enters a significant growth phase, there is a need to build on the current procurement foundations to support future scale and complexity Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Partnerships Develop and deliver a global sourcing strategy aligned to growth Build long-term, strategic supplier relationships Implement dual sourcing across key product categories Partner with R&D to optimise product cost, design and scalability Commercial, Contracts and Cost Optimisation Lead commercial negotiations to deliver cost and margin improvements Own supplier contracts, terms and conditions and commercial frameworks Protect IP, tooling and manufacturing rights Drive a commercial procurement culture focused on value Supply Chain Capacity and Planning Develop a supply chain model capable of supporting 70m+ output Ensure supplier capacity aligns with business growth Balance cost, capacity and risk across regions Inventory and Logistics Strategy Own global inventory strategy (stock days, availability vs working capital) Oversee inbound logistics and freight Improve visibility of stock, supply flow and lead times Data, Systems and AI Build a data-led procurement function Own the procurement side of ERP/MRP (e.g. NetSuite) Develop reporting across cost, supplier performance and stock Embed data and AI tools to improve decision-making Risk, ESG and Compliance Manage supply chain risk and resilience Reduce dependency on single suppliers or regions Ensure procurement aligns with ESG and compliance standards Team Leadership and Cross-Functional Alignment Lead and develop the procurement team Build a high-performance, commercially focused culture Work closely with R&D, Finance, Sales and Operations to ensure alignment Indirect Procurement (Phased) Introduce structure and control across non-product spend (e.g. energy, fleet, insurance) Identify opportunities to improve commercial outcomes Implement a phased approach alongside core priorities Requirements Senior procurement or strategic sourcing leadership experience Track record of delivering cost savings and supplier performance improvement Experience operating across international supply chains Background in manufacturing or product based environments Strong commercial negotiator Strategic thinker with the ability to build scalable supply models Data-driven, with interest or experience in AI-enabled decision making Able to operate at both strategic and hands on levels Proactive, solution-oriented and commercially driven Challenges constructively and raises standards Collaborative, with strong stakeholder management skills Comfortable operating in a growing, evolving business Benefits Salary- Up to 100,00 (Negotiable) Profit related bonus Other benefits are negotiable
May 13, 2026
Full time
Head of Procurement (Global) Location : Fareham, Hamshire, UK, with travel to North America, Europe and Southeast Asia Salary: Up to 100k (negotiable) with Profit related bonus Description Our client is an innovative, industry-leading manufacturer serving the construction, industrial, and rail sectors is seeking a Head of Procurement to join their growing team and align with their 5 year growth strategy. This is a newly created role offering the chance to work with cutting-edge products in a purpose-led business that values integrity, passion, excellence and respect. You will be primarily based in their offices in Fareham , however, the role does require global travel. Reporting to theCOO, The Head of Procurement will build and lead a strategic, globally aligned procurement function to support their growth ambitions. This role will transform procurement into a core strategic capability, enabling the business to scale to 70m+ supply chain capacity with strong cost control, supplier resilience and operational reliability. The successful candidate will develop a data-led, commercially driven procurement model, aligned to product strategy and global expansion across the UK, Europe and North America. As the business enters a significant growth phase, there is a need to build on the current procurement foundations to support future scale and complexity Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Partnerships Develop and deliver a global sourcing strategy aligned to growth Build long-term, strategic supplier relationships Implement dual sourcing across key product categories Partner with R&D to optimise product cost, design and scalability Commercial, Contracts and Cost Optimisation Lead commercial negotiations to deliver cost and margin improvements Own supplier contracts, terms and conditions and commercial frameworks Protect IP, tooling and manufacturing rights Drive a commercial procurement culture focused on value Supply Chain Capacity and Planning Develop a supply chain model capable of supporting 70m+ output Ensure supplier capacity aligns with business growth Balance cost, capacity and risk across regions Inventory and Logistics Strategy Own global inventory strategy (stock days, availability vs working capital) Oversee inbound logistics and freight Improve visibility of stock, supply flow and lead times Data, Systems and AI Build a data-led procurement function Own the procurement side of ERP/MRP (e.g. NetSuite) Develop reporting across cost, supplier performance and stock Embed data and AI tools to improve decision-making Risk, ESG and Compliance Manage supply chain risk and resilience Reduce dependency on single suppliers or regions Ensure procurement aligns with ESG and compliance standards Team Leadership and Cross-Functional Alignment Lead and develop the procurement team Build a high-performance, commercially focused culture Work closely with R&D, Finance, Sales and Operations to ensure alignment Indirect Procurement (Phased) Introduce structure and control across non-product spend (e.g. energy, fleet, insurance) Identify opportunities to improve commercial outcomes Implement a phased approach alongside core priorities Requirements Senior procurement or strategic sourcing leadership experience Track record of delivering cost savings and supplier performance improvement Experience operating across international supply chains Background in manufacturing or product based environments Strong commercial negotiator Strategic thinker with the ability to build scalable supply models Data-driven, with interest or experience in AI-enabled decision making Able to operate at both strategic and hands on levels Proactive, solution-oriented and commercially driven Challenges constructively and raises standards Collaborative, with strong stakeholder management skills Comfortable operating in a growing, evolving business Benefits Salary- Up to 100,00 (Negotiable) Profit related bonus Other benefits are negotiable
Senior Project Accountant - Major Rail Infrastructure - ONTARIO, TORONTO Reporting to the Finance Director, the Senior Project Accountant will be part of a high-performing project team dedicated to delivering a billion-dollar major rail infrastructure project through collaboration and a best-for-project vision. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring financial accuracy and compliance, supporting strategic financial decisions that drive project success. With a focus on proactive problem-solving, you will also contribute to optimizing financial processes and enhancing reporting efficiency across the project. This position is in Downtown Toronto. What You Will Be Doing: Provide project accounting leadership and support for major infrastructure projects. Support district finance team with regular processes and procedures, including Procore timesheet management. Prepare and submit billings to Rail Connect Partners (the Joint Venture) on a time-and-material (T&M) basis, including detailed backup. Maintain and update billing rate tables, incorporating annual tax changes (CPP & EI), WSIB and merit increases. Oversee time reconciliation and transfers, working with operations each quarter to support quarterly reporting. Assist with quarter-end tasks (goal of monthly reporting). Record accounts receivable (AR) and manage cash receipts. Prepare and record Rail Connect Partners -related journal entries, along with direct cost analysis. Obtain accruals and a summary of supporting documents for accurate record-keeping. Prepare journal entries and approve cost accrual entries in JDE (finance system) Manage and submit invoices, including preparation of invoices for Rail Connect Partners and gathering direct cost invoices, labor costs, timesheets, and expenses. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of profit & loss reporting Support project closeout processes, ensuring all financial documentation is complete and accurate. Assist monthly financial statement preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance Respond to inquiries from internal and external auditors. What We Are Looking For: Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance or relevant work experience CPA and construction experience is considered an asset 5+ of relevant project accounting experience Previous supervisory experience is an asset In depth understanding of project accounting, project management, and project delivery formats Advanced Excel proficiency, ability to work with complex formulae, XLOOKUP/INDEXMATCH functions, and arrays is an asset Experience in Viewpoint Vista and/or JD Edwards is an asset Demonstrates a willingness to learn new ways to accomplish work activities and objectives Ability to forge, grow, and maintain positive relationships with multiple groups Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, meet the time demands of unpredictable activities, handle pressure, and meet challenges in a dynamic business environment Ability to work within tight deadlines through prioritization of work to achieve them Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills High degree of accuracy and attention to detail Highly developed interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills Demonstrated sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals; ability to work in a challenging, fast paced and steadily changing environment Ability to work collaboratively with a positive attitude Highly developed written and verbal communication skills Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Senior Project Accountant - Major Rail Infrastructure - ONTARIO, TORONTO Reporting to the Finance Director, the Senior Project Accountant will be part of a high-performing project team dedicated to delivering a billion-dollar major rail infrastructure project through collaboration and a best-for-project vision. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring financial accuracy and compliance, supporting strategic financial decisions that drive project success. With a focus on proactive problem-solving, you will also contribute to optimizing financial processes and enhancing reporting efficiency across the project. This position is in Downtown Toronto. What You Will Be Doing: Provide project accounting leadership and support for major infrastructure projects. Support district finance team with regular processes and procedures, including Procore timesheet management. Prepare and submit billings to Rail Connect Partners (the Joint Venture) on a time-and-material (T&M) basis, including detailed backup. Maintain and update billing rate tables, incorporating annual tax changes (CPP & EI), WSIB and merit increases. Oversee time reconciliation and transfers, working with operations each quarter to support quarterly reporting. Assist with quarter-end tasks (goal of monthly reporting). Record accounts receivable (AR) and manage cash receipts. Prepare and record Rail Connect Partners -related journal entries, along with direct cost analysis. Obtain accruals and a summary of supporting documents for accurate record-keeping. Prepare journal entries and approve cost accrual entries in JDE (finance system) Manage and submit invoices, including preparation of invoices for Rail Connect Partners and gathering direct cost invoices, labor costs, timesheets, and expenses. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of profit & loss reporting Support project closeout processes, ensuring all financial documentation is complete and accurate. Assist monthly financial statement preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance Respond to inquiries from internal and external auditors. What We Are Looking For: Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance or relevant work experience CPA and construction experience is considered an asset 5+ of relevant project accounting experience Previous supervisory experience is an asset In depth understanding of project accounting, project management, and project delivery formats Advanced Excel proficiency, ability to work with complex formulae, XLOOKUP/INDEXMATCH functions, and arrays is an asset Experience in Viewpoint Vista and/or JD Edwards is an asset Demonstrates a willingness to learn new ways to accomplish work activities and objectives Ability to forge, grow, and maintain positive relationships with multiple groups Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, meet the time demands of unpredictable activities, handle pressure, and meet challenges in a dynamic business environment Ability to work within tight deadlines through prioritization of work to achieve them Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills High degree of accuracy and attention to detail Highly developed interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills Demonstrated sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals; ability to work in a challenging, fast paced and steadily changing environment Ability to work collaboratively with a positive attitude Highly developed written and verbal communication skills Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
£40,500 - £47,700 per year Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) Hybrid working with regular travel to our London Bridge Office What the job involves Prostate Cancer UK are launching the most ambitious fundraising appeal in our history, and we re looking for a brilliant Appeal Manager to help make it happen. In this role, you ll be right at the heart of the campaign, working closely with the Head of Appeal to keep everything on track and running smoothly. You ll coordinate plans, manage timelines and milestones, and help make sure everyone involved knows what s happening and when. You ll drive forward the creation of campaign materials too, from website content and videos to newsletters and donor content. Your role will be to make sure everything s consistent, high-quality and feels part of one powerful, inspiring appeal. You ll also keep campaign plans, documents and resources organised and easy for everyone to access. Working closely with teams across the charity including fundraising, communications, finance and our programme teams acting as the central point of coordination. You ll help prepare briefings and updates for senior leaders and external partners, support events and meetings, and make sure every interaction feels thoughtful and well-planned. If you thrive on collaboration, love making things happen, and want your work to have real impact, this is your moment. What we want from you We re looking for an Appeal Manager who makes things happen and keeps things moving. You ll be highly organised, thrive on hitting targets and love the satisfaction of seeing a plan come together. You re good at managing shifting priorities, recognising what s most important, and making sure it gets done. You ll have experience of working on a major fundraising appeal, capital campaign or within a high-performing fundraising team and know what it takes to deliver brilliant donor experiences. You ll be comfortable coordinating complex projects with lots of moving parts and stakeholders, keeping everything on track and everyone in the loop. A sharp eye for detail and a proactive, collaborative approach are essential. You ll enjoy working across teams, building strong relationships and making sure nothing slips through the net. You ll also be an effective and engaging communicator, with excellent written and verbal skills and the ability to pull together clear, thoughtful briefings and reports. If you're a natural doer with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for purpose, we would love to hear from you. Why work with us? Every man needs to know about the most common cancer in men prostate cancer. It s a real and present danger that takes over 12,000 of our dads, grandads, brothers and friends each year. Prostate Cancer UK is the largest men s health charity in the UK. We have a simple ambition to stop prostate cancer damaging lives. We invest millions in research to revolutionise testing, treatment and care. We re blazing a trail to a screening programme that could save thousands of lives with regular, accurate tests for all men at risk. And we work tirelessly to spread the word about risk and offer specialist support to people living with the disease. Work with us and you ll see your efforts pay off as we give men and their families the power to navigate prostate cancer. Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion At Prostate Cancer UK we re committed to righting health inequalities across the UK, starting with those faced by Black men. This includes ground-breaking research into Black men's risk and working with communities directly to overcome barriers to the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer. To make this happen, we're dedicated to being an inclusive, proactive organisation, as we strive to be Allies to Black communities. We ll achieve this by advocating and working alongside those communities to promote change. We're also working to be Allies to each other, not only protected groups. In 2024, we launched our New Allyship Training Programme. All colleagues at Prostate Cancer UK will be trained to act and identify as an Ally. We've also signed Business in the Communities Race at Work Charter, as a dedication to our Black health equity work and wider EDI priorities. As a signatory, we're responsible and accountable for driving positive change. How and where we work We are all expected to be in the office (SE1 2QN) 4 days a month (pro-rata for part time colleagues) to work with and alongside colleagues in our immediate team and beyond to build connections and strong working relationships. We value that face-to-face time for relationships, projects and decisions. Next steps More information on what we offer, as well as the role, can be found on our vacancies page. Please download our job profile document (job description) with our How to apply section sharing the key points to refer to in your application and to apply, please visit the website via the apply button. The closing date is Sunday 19th October 2025. Applications must be submitted by 23:45 UK time. Interviews: By arrangement. Interviews are currently scheduled for the week of Friday 24th October 2025. Prostate Cancer UK is a registered charity in England and Wales () and in Scotland (SC039332). Registered company number .
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
£40,500 - £47,700 per year Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) Hybrid working with regular travel to our London Bridge Office What the job involves Prostate Cancer UK are launching the most ambitious fundraising appeal in our history, and we re looking for a brilliant Appeal Manager to help make it happen. In this role, you ll be right at the heart of the campaign, working closely with the Head of Appeal to keep everything on track and running smoothly. You ll coordinate plans, manage timelines and milestones, and help make sure everyone involved knows what s happening and when. You ll drive forward the creation of campaign materials too, from website content and videos to newsletters and donor content. Your role will be to make sure everything s consistent, high-quality and feels part of one powerful, inspiring appeal. You ll also keep campaign plans, documents and resources organised and easy for everyone to access. Working closely with teams across the charity including fundraising, communications, finance and our programme teams acting as the central point of coordination. You ll help prepare briefings and updates for senior leaders and external partners, support events and meetings, and make sure every interaction feels thoughtful and well-planned. If you thrive on collaboration, love making things happen, and want your work to have real impact, this is your moment. What we want from you We re looking for an Appeal Manager who makes things happen and keeps things moving. You ll be highly organised, thrive on hitting targets and love the satisfaction of seeing a plan come together. You re good at managing shifting priorities, recognising what s most important, and making sure it gets done. You ll have experience of working on a major fundraising appeal, capital campaign or within a high-performing fundraising team and know what it takes to deliver brilliant donor experiences. You ll be comfortable coordinating complex projects with lots of moving parts and stakeholders, keeping everything on track and everyone in the loop. A sharp eye for detail and a proactive, collaborative approach are essential. You ll enjoy working across teams, building strong relationships and making sure nothing slips through the net. You ll also be an effective and engaging communicator, with excellent written and verbal skills and the ability to pull together clear, thoughtful briefings and reports. If you're a natural doer with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for purpose, we would love to hear from you. Why work with us? Every man needs to know about the most common cancer in men prostate cancer. It s a real and present danger that takes over 12,000 of our dads, grandads, brothers and friends each year. Prostate Cancer UK is the largest men s health charity in the UK. We have a simple ambition to stop prostate cancer damaging lives. We invest millions in research to revolutionise testing, treatment and care. We re blazing a trail to a screening programme that could save thousands of lives with regular, accurate tests for all men at risk. And we work tirelessly to spread the word about risk and offer specialist support to people living with the disease. Work with us and you ll see your efforts pay off as we give men and their families the power to navigate prostate cancer. Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion At Prostate Cancer UK we re committed to righting health inequalities across the UK, starting with those faced by Black men. This includes ground-breaking research into Black men's risk and working with communities directly to overcome barriers to the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer. To make this happen, we're dedicated to being an inclusive, proactive organisation, as we strive to be Allies to Black communities. We ll achieve this by advocating and working alongside those communities to promote change. We're also working to be Allies to each other, not only protected groups. In 2024, we launched our New Allyship Training Programme. All colleagues at Prostate Cancer UK will be trained to act and identify as an Ally. We've also signed Business in the Communities Race at Work Charter, as a dedication to our Black health equity work and wider EDI priorities. As a signatory, we're responsible and accountable for driving positive change. How and where we work We are all expected to be in the office (SE1 2QN) 4 days a month (pro-rata for part time colleagues) to work with and alongside colleagues in our immediate team and beyond to build connections and strong working relationships. We value that face-to-face time for relationships, projects and decisions. Next steps More information on what we offer, as well as the role, can be found on our vacancies page. Please download our job profile document (job description) with our How to apply section sharing the key points to refer to in your application and to apply, please visit the website via the apply button. The closing date is Sunday 19th October 2025. Applications must be submitted by 23:45 UK time. Interviews: By arrangement. Interviews are currently scheduled for the week of Friday 24th October 2025. Prostate Cancer UK is a registered charity in England and Wales () and in Scotland (SC039332). Registered company number .