Commercial Finance Large, Complex Org Up to £375 DailyRate 6-9Month Contract 2x Opportunities Hybrid Your new company You will be joining a large, complex, contract-led infrastructure business, operating across major long-term frameworks. The organisation is PE-backed, commercially driven, and continues to invest heavily in its finance and commercial capability as its portfolio grows. Due to internal change and an expanding senior leadership remit, the business is now seeking 2x additional interim commercial finance support to ensure continuity and robustness across key contracts. Your new role As an Interim Commercial Finance Analyst, you will play a pivotal role supporting one of the organisation's largest and most commercially complex contracts. Reporting into the Head of Commercial Finance, you will act as a key link between finance, operations, and commercial teams. This is a highly hands-on role, requiring someone who can hit the ground running, quickly understand contract mechanics, and work comfortably with detailed operational and financial data. Key responsibilities will include: Producing weekly and monthly P&L reporting, using operational and commercial data to drive insight Ownership of forecasting, variance analysis, and rolling reforecasts, ensuring forecast accuracy and transparency Detailed margin analysis, revenue recognition, and contract performance tracking Managing accrued income and WIP, ensuring accurate balance sheet treatment and cashflow forecasting Supporting month-end close with robust commentary and variance explanations Working closely with non-finance stakeholders, including Quantity Surveyors and operational leads, to translate financial performance into operational actions Operating within a manual-process, Excel-heavy environment, identifying risks, trends, and data inconsistencies The role is offered on an interim basis for 6-9 months, with two days per week onsite. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will be a commercially minded finance professional with strong contract exposure and the confidence to operate independently. You will ideally bring: Experience in Commercial Finance, Finance Business Partnering, or Contract Finance roles Strong understanding of contract mechanics, revenue recognition, and margin drivers Proven capability across forecasting, P&L ownership, and cashflow Advanced Excel skills, with the ability to manipulate and analyse large, complex datasets Experience working in PE-backed, fast-paced, or operationally complex environments Strong stakeholder engagement skills, particularly with operational and commercial teams Systems exposure to NetSuite or similar ERP systems (highly desirable) What you'll get in return In return, you will receive: A day rate of £300-£375, depending on experience A 6-9 month interim assignment with potential for extension Hybrid working, with two days onsite per week Exposure to high-profile contracts within a commercially sophisticated business The opportunity to work closely with senior finance leadership during a period of transformation What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, please click "apply" and we will revert to the most relevant applications as soon as possible. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're an accountant looking for a new job in finance, please contact Benjamin Stanton at the Hays Senior Finance team in Manchester. #
May 16, 2026
Seasonal
Commercial Finance Large, Complex Org Up to £375 DailyRate 6-9Month Contract 2x Opportunities Hybrid Your new company You will be joining a large, complex, contract-led infrastructure business, operating across major long-term frameworks. The organisation is PE-backed, commercially driven, and continues to invest heavily in its finance and commercial capability as its portfolio grows. Due to internal change and an expanding senior leadership remit, the business is now seeking 2x additional interim commercial finance support to ensure continuity and robustness across key contracts. Your new role As an Interim Commercial Finance Analyst, you will play a pivotal role supporting one of the organisation's largest and most commercially complex contracts. Reporting into the Head of Commercial Finance, you will act as a key link between finance, operations, and commercial teams. This is a highly hands-on role, requiring someone who can hit the ground running, quickly understand contract mechanics, and work comfortably with detailed operational and financial data. Key responsibilities will include: Producing weekly and monthly P&L reporting, using operational and commercial data to drive insight Ownership of forecasting, variance analysis, and rolling reforecasts, ensuring forecast accuracy and transparency Detailed margin analysis, revenue recognition, and contract performance tracking Managing accrued income and WIP, ensuring accurate balance sheet treatment and cashflow forecasting Supporting month-end close with robust commentary and variance explanations Working closely with non-finance stakeholders, including Quantity Surveyors and operational leads, to translate financial performance into operational actions Operating within a manual-process, Excel-heavy environment, identifying risks, trends, and data inconsistencies The role is offered on an interim basis for 6-9 months, with two days per week onsite. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will be a commercially minded finance professional with strong contract exposure and the confidence to operate independently. You will ideally bring: Experience in Commercial Finance, Finance Business Partnering, or Contract Finance roles Strong understanding of contract mechanics, revenue recognition, and margin drivers Proven capability across forecasting, P&L ownership, and cashflow Advanced Excel skills, with the ability to manipulate and analyse large, complex datasets Experience working in PE-backed, fast-paced, or operationally complex environments Strong stakeholder engagement skills, particularly with operational and commercial teams Systems exposure to NetSuite or similar ERP systems (highly desirable) What you'll get in return In return, you will receive: A day rate of £300-£375, depending on experience A 6-9 month interim assignment with potential for extension Hybrid working, with two days onsite per week Exposure to high-profile contracts within a commercially sophisticated business The opportunity to work closely with senior finance leadership during a period of transformation What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, please click "apply" and we will revert to the most relevant applications as soon as possible. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're an accountant looking for a new job in finance, please contact Benjamin Stanton at the Hays Senior Finance team in Manchester. #
Commercial FP&A Analyst role in Wimbledon providing financial modelling, forecasting, and KPI analysis. Your new company You'll be joining a large, private equity-backed, complex and values - led organisation with a strong operational footprint and a clear focus on performance, accountability and continuous improvement. With a collaborative culture and a strong finance function at its core, the business plays a vital role in supporting essential services and is committed to using insight and data to drive better decision-making across the organisation.Based local to Wimbledon, this dynamic organisation is experiencing transformation and growth, which has led to a new opportunity within the FP&A team. Your new role As an FP&A Analyst, you'll take on a key role within the financial planning and analysis team, supporting budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting across the business. Working closely with the FP&A Manager and senior stakeholders in Operations and Engineering functions, you'll provide robust analysis and insight that directly influences strategic and operational decisions.This is a highly visible role, offering exposure to senior leaders and the opportunity to shape how financial insight is delivered.Key responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining financial models to support budgets, forecasts and long-term planning Producing monthly management accounts with clear variance analysis against budget and prior periods Partnering with operational teams to understand performance drivers and translate them into financial insight Supporting the annual budget and periodic forecast processes Analysing revenue, cost and KPI data to identify trends, risks and opportunities Preparing reports and presentations for senior leadership Improving finance processes, models and reporting through smarter use of systems and automation Supporting ad hoc analysis and strategic projects as required What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you'll be a qualified accountant from a Big 4 or Top 10 firm with strong commercial instincts and a passion for using data to drive better outcomes.You'll bring: Full qualification (ACA /ACCA) and looking for your first step into Industry. 2-5 years' experience in FP&A, audit, transaction services or a similarly analytical finance role Strong modelling, forecasting and variance analysis capability Experience of handling large data sets The confidence to partner with non-financial stakeholders and influence decision-making A methodical, detailed approach, balanced with the ability to see the bigger picture High personal integrity, accountability and a collaborative working style Advanced Excel skills (Power Query and Power Pivot highly desirable) Experience maintaining complex financial models and running scenario analysis What you'll get in return A competitive salary and benefits package A high impact role with genuine exposure to senior leadership Strong professional development opportunities within a dynamic finance function - You will have the opportunity to take ownership and add value immediately. A collaborative and supportive working culture The chance to play a meaningful role in improving financial performance across a large, operational business 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
Commercial FP&A Analyst role in Wimbledon providing financial modelling, forecasting, and KPI analysis. Your new company You'll be joining a large, private equity-backed, complex and values - led organisation with a strong operational footprint and a clear focus on performance, accountability and continuous improvement. With a collaborative culture and a strong finance function at its core, the business plays a vital role in supporting essential services and is committed to using insight and data to drive better decision-making across the organisation.Based local to Wimbledon, this dynamic organisation is experiencing transformation and growth, which has led to a new opportunity within the FP&A team. Your new role As an FP&A Analyst, you'll take on a key role within the financial planning and analysis team, supporting budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting across the business. Working closely with the FP&A Manager and senior stakeholders in Operations and Engineering functions, you'll provide robust analysis and insight that directly influences strategic and operational decisions.This is a highly visible role, offering exposure to senior leaders and the opportunity to shape how financial insight is delivered.Key responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining financial models to support budgets, forecasts and long-term planning Producing monthly management accounts with clear variance analysis against budget and prior periods Partnering with operational teams to understand performance drivers and translate them into financial insight Supporting the annual budget and periodic forecast processes Analysing revenue, cost and KPI data to identify trends, risks and opportunities Preparing reports and presentations for senior leadership Improving finance processes, models and reporting through smarter use of systems and automation Supporting ad hoc analysis and strategic projects as required What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you'll be a qualified accountant from a Big 4 or Top 10 firm with strong commercial instincts and a passion for using data to drive better outcomes.You'll bring: Full qualification (ACA /ACCA) and looking for your first step into Industry. 2-5 years' experience in FP&A, audit, transaction services or a similarly analytical finance role Strong modelling, forecasting and variance analysis capability Experience of handling large data sets The confidence to partner with non-financial stakeholders and influence decision-making A methodical, detailed approach, balanced with the ability to see the bigger picture High personal integrity, accountability and a collaborative working style Advanced Excel skills (Power Query and Power Pivot highly desirable) Experience maintaining complex financial models and running scenario analysis What you'll get in return A competitive salary and benefits package A high impact role with genuine exposure to senior leadership Strong professional development opportunities within a dynamic finance function - You will have the opportunity to take ownership and add value immediately. A collaborative and supportive working culture The chance to play a meaningful role in improving financial performance across a large, operational business 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. #
Location: Central LondonContract: Full-time, Fixed Term (12-14 months)We are partnered with a fast-growing workforce solutions organisation who are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join its Finance team on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave. This role is ideal for someone with a strong analytical or FP&A background who enjoys owning CAPEX processes and partnering closely with internal corporate functions.About the Role:You'll be a key contributor to financial planning, analysis, and reporting, with a particular focus on CAPEX governance, forecasting, and investment appraisal. Working cross-functionally with Technology, Operations, HR, and other corporate teams, you'll provide the insight and challenge needed to support strategic decision-making and ensure financial discipline across the organisation.Key Responsibilities:- Lead CAPEX planning, tracking, and reporting across the business- Build and maintain financial models to support investment decisions and business cases- Partner with corporate functions to understand cost drivers and identify efficiencies- Deliver accurate monthly reporting, including variance analysis and performance insights- Support the annual budgeting and regular forecasting cycles- Provide commercial analysis to senior stakeholders to guide strategic initiatives- Contribute to process improvements across FP&A and financial reportingAbout You- Strong analytical or FP&A background with hands-on CAPEX experience- Proven ability to partner with corporate functions and influence non-finance stakeholders- financial modelling and data analysis skills- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment- Highly organised, detail-focused, and proactive in identifying improvements- Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) is essential- Experience in tech, marketplace, or workforce solutions environments would be advantageous
May 15, 2026
Contractor
Location: Central LondonContract: Full-time, Fixed Term (12-14 months)We are partnered with a fast-growing workforce solutions organisation who are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join its Finance team on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave. This role is ideal for someone with a strong analytical or FP&A background who enjoys owning CAPEX processes and partnering closely with internal corporate functions.About the Role:You'll be a key contributor to financial planning, analysis, and reporting, with a particular focus on CAPEX governance, forecasting, and investment appraisal. Working cross-functionally with Technology, Operations, HR, and other corporate teams, you'll provide the insight and challenge needed to support strategic decision-making and ensure financial discipline across the organisation.Key Responsibilities:- Lead CAPEX planning, tracking, and reporting across the business- Build and maintain financial models to support investment decisions and business cases- Partner with corporate functions to understand cost drivers and identify efficiencies- Deliver accurate monthly reporting, including variance analysis and performance insights- Support the annual budgeting and regular forecasting cycles- Provide commercial analysis to senior stakeholders to guide strategic initiatives- Contribute to process improvements across FP&A and financial reportingAbout You- Strong analytical or FP&A background with hands-on CAPEX experience- Proven ability to partner with corporate functions and influence non-finance stakeholders- financial modelling and data analysis skills- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment- Highly organised, detail-focused, and proactive in identifying improvements- Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) is essential- Experience in tech, marketplace, or workforce solutions environments would be advantageous
SENIOR FINANCE ANALYST - BEAUTY RETAIL - £65-70K Your New Company I'm supporting a luxury beauty business who are looking to appoint a Senior Finance Analyst to play a key role in driving commercial insight and supporting strategic decision-making across the business. This is a high-impact role, working closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Commercial, and Operations within a dynamic, brand-led environment. They are looking for a qualified finance professional (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with proven experience within the Retail/Wholesale/Luxury sectors within financial analyst positions, ideally on short notice (however they will wait 3 months for the right candidate!). Your New Role Key Responsibilities: Supporting month-end and budgeting Business partnering with commercial teams, supporting with reporting needs Providing weekly sales reporting, alongside comprehensive variance analysis Financial modelling and maintaining/developing dashboards Support decision-making with financial modelling and scenario analysis Business partner with internal key stakeholders and department heads Identify margin improvement opportunities and cost efficiencies Present insights to senior leadership and influence strategic decisions Ad hoc projects and analysis as required What You'll Need to Succeed ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified M ust have product environment experience within the Retail / Wholesale / FMCG / Manufacturing sectors Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder engagement skills Strong Excel skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, data-rich environment What You'll Get in Return Competitive salary of £65,000 - £70,000 + benefits Exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects Career development in a high-growth, purpose-driven business Interested? Apply now or contact Tahlia Duff at Hays UK to discuss this opportunity further. #
May 14, 2026
Full time
SENIOR FINANCE ANALYST - BEAUTY RETAIL - £65-70K Your New Company I'm supporting a luxury beauty business who are looking to appoint a Senior Finance Analyst to play a key role in driving commercial insight and supporting strategic decision-making across the business. This is a high-impact role, working closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Commercial, and Operations within a dynamic, brand-led environment. They are looking for a qualified finance professional (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with proven experience within the Retail/Wholesale/Luxury sectors within financial analyst positions, ideally on short notice (however they will wait 3 months for the right candidate!). Your New Role Key Responsibilities: Supporting month-end and budgeting Business partnering with commercial teams, supporting with reporting needs Providing weekly sales reporting, alongside comprehensive variance analysis Financial modelling and maintaining/developing dashboards Support decision-making with financial modelling and scenario analysis Business partner with internal key stakeholders and department heads Identify margin improvement opportunities and cost efficiencies Present insights to senior leadership and influence strategic decisions Ad hoc projects and analysis as required What You'll Need to Succeed ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified M ust have product environment experience within the Retail / Wholesale / FMCG / Manufacturing sectors Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder engagement skills Strong Excel skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, data-rich environment What You'll Get in Return Competitive salary of £65,000 - £70,000 + benefits Exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects Career development in a high-growth, purpose-driven business Interested? Apply now or contact Tahlia Duff at Hays UK to discuss this opportunity further. #
12 month FTC Finance Analyst Your new company You'll be joining a large, well-established international organisation operating across Europe, recognised for its structured finance function and strong focus on continuous improvement. The business offers a collaborative working culture with exposure to complex supply chain operations and the opportunity to work alongside experienced finance professionals.This role sits within a high-performing European supply chain finance team supporting operational decision-making across multiple functions including transport, operations and inventory management. Your new role As a Supply Chain Finance Analyst, you will be working on a 12-month FTC with the potential for a permanent role at the end of the contract. You will play a key role in supporting financial reporting, forecasting and analysis for the European supply chain function. You'll work closely with finance and operational stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting, strong cost control and meaningful insight into performance. Key responsibilities will include: Producing weekly and monthly management reports and key performance indicators Supporting the monthly close process, including accruals and variance analysis Performing working capital and inventory analysis Partnering with accounting teams to ensure consistent processes and accurate treatment of financial data across Europe Supporting annual planning activities through departmental analysis and reporting Contributing to productivity and process improvement initiatives, including benefits tracking Identifying opportunities to streamline reporting and improve efficiency What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you'll need: At least 2 years' experience in a financial analysis or management accounting role Experience preparing and analysing management information Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data A solid understanding of accruals, forecasting and cost analysis The ability to work independently while also collaborating across teams High attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the confidence to challenge anomalies A degree in finance, accounting or a related discipline (or equivalent experience) Part-qualified accountant status (or studying towards a recognised qualification) would be advantageous You'll also bring a proactive mindset, strong communication skills and a genuine interest in process improvement. What you'll get in return A competitive hourly rate of £19.63 plus additional holiday pay Full-time hours with flexible start times Hybrid working following the training period (2 days WFH) Exposure to a large, complex European finance operation The opportunity to develop your supply chain finance experience A supportive team environment with clear expectations and structured processes This role offers an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to deepen their analytical experience within a fast-paced, operationally focused 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 12, 2026
Seasonal
12 month FTC Finance Analyst Your new company You'll be joining a large, well-established international organisation operating across Europe, recognised for its structured finance function and strong focus on continuous improvement. The business offers a collaborative working culture with exposure to complex supply chain operations and the opportunity to work alongside experienced finance professionals.This role sits within a high-performing European supply chain finance team supporting operational decision-making across multiple functions including transport, operations and inventory management. Your new role As a Supply Chain Finance Analyst, you will be working on a 12-month FTC with the potential for a permanent role at the end of the contract. You will play a key role in supporting financial reporting, forecasting and analysis for the European supply chain function. You'll work closely with finance and operational stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting, strong cost control and meaningful insight into performance. Key responsibilities will include: Producing weekly and monthly management reports and key performance indicators Supporting the monthly close process, including accruals and variance analysis Performing working capital and inventory analysis Partnering with accounting teams to ensure consistent processes and accurate treatment of financial data across Europe Supporting annual planning activities through departmental analysis and reporting Contributing to productivity and process improvement initiatives, including benefits tracking Identifying opportunities to streamline reporting and improve efficiency What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you'll need: At least 2 years' experience in a financial analysis or management accounting role Experience preparing and analysing management information Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data A solid understanding of accruals, forecasting and cost analysis The ability to work independently while also collaborating across teams High attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the confidence to challenge anomalies A degree in finance, accounting or a related discipline (or equivalent experience) Part-qualified accountant status (or studying towards a recognised qualification) would be advantageous You'll also bring a proactive mindset, strong communication skills and a genuine interest in process improvement. What you'll get in return A competitive hourly rate of £19.63 plus additional holiday pay Full-time hours with flexible start times Hybrid working following the training period (2 days WFH) Exposure to a large, complex European finance operation The opportunity to develop your supply chain finance experience A supportive team environment with clear expectations and structured processes This role offers an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to deepen their analytical experience within a fast-paced, operationally focused 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. #
12 month fixed term contract to £50k plus great bonus and benefits 12 month contract position with high profile multinational manufacturing business in the Swansea area. Mainly office working with one or two days working from home. Your new role:Reporting to the Finance Director providing financial and analytical support to the UK Operations, and to wider finance communities. Responsible for managing your own workload and priorities to ensure the finance department meets its demanding schedule and delivers a strong business support service. Producing timely management and financial information to aid management decisions.Establishing and developing business partnerships, and supporting functional leads in the areas of planning, control and decision making.Preparing annual budgets and business forecasts, evaluating business performance versus plans and targets and investigating variances.Calculating and maintaining standard product costs, Bill of Materials analysis.Calculating and maintaining monthly inventory figures and provisions.Reporting on manufacturing variances. Active participation in projects as well as continuous improvement activities.Liaising with finance colleagues in the US and EMEA regions. Extensive use of SAP. What you'll need to succeed:Professionally Qualified Accountant ACCA, ACA or CIMA.Minimum 1-2 years' related experience required.Previous manufacturing environment experience preferred.The candidate must possess the ability to partner with associates at all levels of the organisation. Strong communication, presentation, interpersonal, and influencing skills are required.The ability to work well in a dynamic environment, think creatively and be able to recommend and implement process improvements, work independently, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously is required.The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of MS Excel, PowerPoint and SAP. 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. #
May 12, 2026
Full time
12 month fixed term contract to £50k plus great bonus and benefits 12 month contract position with high profile multinational manufacturing business in the Swansea area. Mainly office working with one or two days working from home. Your new role:Reporting to the Finance Director providing financial and analytical support to the UK Operations, and to wider finance communities. Responsible for managing your own workload and priorities to ensure the finance department meets its demanding schedule and delivers a strong business support service. Producing timely management and financial information to aid management decisions.Establishing and developing business partnerships, and supporting functional leads in the areas of planning, control and decision making.Preparing annual budgets and business forecasts, evaluating business performance versus plans and targets and investigating variances.Calculating and maintaining standard product costs, Bill of Materials analysis.Calculating and maintaining monthly inventory figures and provisions.Reporting on manufacturing variances. Active participation in projects as well as continuous improvement activities.Liaising with finance colleagues in the US and EMEA regions. Extensive use of SAP. What you'll need to succeed:Professionally Qualified Accountant ACCA, ACA or CIMA.Minimum 1-2 years' related experience required.Previous manufacturing environment experience preferred.The candidate must possess the ability to partner with associates at all levels of the organisation. Strong communication, presentation, interpersonal, and influencing skills are required.The ability to work well in a dynamic environment, think creatively and be able to recommend and implement process improvements, work independently, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously is required.The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of MS Excel, PowerPoint and SAP. 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. #
Financial Analyst Manchester City Centre - Hybrid following initial training Up to £60,000 DOE I am delighted to be partnered with a professional services firm based in Manchester City Centre in their search for a Financial Analyst to join their award winning FP&A Team. This role will play a crucial part in their financial planning and analysis, helping to drive strategic decisions by providing key insights into our performance, with a specific focus on schemes. Key Duties: Build intermediate to advanced financial models from the ground up to support scenario and sensitivity analysis for various financial outcomes. Collaborate with key stakeholders to prepare accurate financial forecasts and annual budgets, ensuring alignment with regional analysts. Analyse monthly actuals against budgets and forecasts. Develop a deep understanding of key drivers, such as volume, rate & mix and customer economics, to provide clear explanations for variances. Gain an understanding of contractual obligations with schemes to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance. Proactively identify opportunities to improve and automate current reporting processes. Demonstrate an openness to new ideas and a willingness to implement process changes that increase efficiency and accuracy. Accurately reconcile scheme volumes to ensure precise invoicing of schemes and proper accrual of associated fees and incentives. About You: Qualified Accountant A fundamental understanding of core financial concepts, including P&L and balance sheets and accrual accounting. Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a meticulous attention to detail. Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to create complex financial models and manipulate large datasets. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in financial analysis, modeling, and process improvement from day one. You will be part of a supportive team that values innovation and professional development. If you are passionate about finance and ready to start a rewarding career, apply now! Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
May 11, 2026
Full time
Financial Analyst Manchester City Centre - Hybrid following initial training Up to £60,000 DOE I am delighted to be partnered with a professional services firm based in Manchester City Centre in their search for a Financial Analyst to join their award winning FP&A Team. This role will play a crucial part in their financial planning and analysis, helping to drive strategic decisions by providing key insights into our performance, with a specific focus on schemes. Key Duties: Build intermediate to advanced financial models from the ground up to support scenario and sensitivity analysis for various financial outcomes. Collaborate with key stakeholders to prepare accurate financial forecasts and annual budgets, ensuring alignment with regional analysts. Analyse monthly actuals against budgets and forecasts. Develop a deep understanding of key drivers, such as volume, rate & mix and customer economics, to provide clear explanations for variances. Gain an understanding of contractual obligations with schemes to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance. Proactively identify opportunities to improve and automate current reporting processes. Demonstrate an openness to new ideas and a willingness to implement process changes that increase efficiency and accuracy. Accurately reconcile scheme volumes to ensure precise invoicing of schemes and proper accrual of associated fees and incentives. About You: Qualified Accountant A fundamental understanding of core financial concepts, including P&L and balance sheets and accrual accounting. Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a meticulous attention to detail. Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to create complex financial models and manipulate large datasets. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in financial analysis, modeling, and process improvement from day one. You will be part of a supportive team that values innovation and professional development. If you are passionate about finance and ready to start a rewarding career, apply now! Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Finance Manager Edinburgh / Hybrid 6 months contract Day Rate £430 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 powers businesses of all sizes to make, take and manage payments. They are a global leader in financial technology with unique capabilities to power omni-commerce. Whether online, in store or mobile, they are at the heart of great commerce experiences in 146 countries and across 135 currencies. They help our customers become more efficient, more secure and more successful. They are looking for a Finance Manager to join the team on a 6 month contract. You will be working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, hybrid working being office based a minimum of 2 days a week. In this role you will be: Delivering month end to timetable including Flash, actuals and Balance Sheet attestation along with all external deliverables eg FLA returns and VAT returns. Overseeing Finance Analysts who perform daily control and review activity Supporting the Finance Manager with meeting key deliverables and ensuring the ledger is complete and accurate, reducing key person dependencies as well as driving forward resolution of issues. Contribute to Governance, Legal Entity & Risk packs, with a focus on strengthening controls to mitigate risks and reviewing these regularly. Collaborating closely with a large number of internal teams including; other Finance teams and the CB Finance business partner teams (based primarily in London and Bristol). In addition there may be a requirement to liaise with Accounting Policy, Divisional Business and Operations teams, Finance Platform colleagues, internal and external auditors when required. Daily duties include: Performs complex data processing using established procedures and testing new procedures to see if they might represent improvements over existing methods. Tracks budgets and brings variances to the attention of senior colleagues while working within established budgeting systems. Works independently to collate and analyse data using pre-determined tools, methods and formats. Organises and prepares complex documents by using multiple computer applications (such as Microsoft Office), while also gathering and summarising data for special reports. Tracks progress and reports variances to more senior colleagues while working within established finance systems. Develops personal capabilities using existing formal and informal training opportunities, while also coaching others as required. Delivers prescribed outcomes by working within established procedures. Helps senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships by using client systems and protocols. Supports internal customers to ensure their needs are met and/or helps senior colleagues manage client relationships. Identifies shortcomings in existing processes, systems and procedures, then uses established change management programmes to deliver prescribed outcomes and/or provide support services. Skills and Background Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) would be preferred. Proven experience in financial control, month-end close, balance sheet substantiation and external reporting (e.g. VAT and regulatory returns). Experience overseeing or reviewing work performed by finance analysts, ensuring strong controls and accurate ledgers. Strong analytical skills with the ability to track budgets, investigate variances and interpret complex financial data. Experience operating within a large, regulated or financial services environment, with a strong governance and risk mindset. Confident stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across Finance, Business, Operations and Audit teams. Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills, with experience using core finance systems. 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 11, 2026
Contractor
Finance Manager Edinburgh / Hybrid 6 months contract Day Rate £430 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 powers businesses of all sizes to make, take and manage payments. They are a global leader in financial technology with unique capabilities to power omni-commerce. Whether online, in store or mobile, they are at the heart of great commerce experiences in 146 countries and across 135 currencies. They help our customers become more efficient, more secure and more successful. They are looking for a Finance Manager to join the team on a 6 month contract. You will be working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, hybrid working being office based a minimum of 2 days a week. In this role you will be: Delivering month end to timetable including Flash, actuals and Balance Sheet attestation along with all external deliverables eg FLA returns and VAT returns. Overseeing Finance Analysts who perform daily control and review activity Supporting the Finance Manager with meeting key deliverables and ensuring the ledger is complete and accurate, reducing key person dependencies as well as driving forward resolution of issues. Contribute to Governance, Legal Entity & Risk packs, with a focus on strengthening controls to mitigate risks and reviewing these regularly. Collaborating closely with a large number of internal teams including; other Finance teams and the CB Finance business partner teams (based primarily in London and Bristol). In addition there may be a requirement to liaise with Accounting Policy, Divisional Business and Operations teams, Finance Platform colleagues, internal and external auditors when required. Daily duties include: Performs complex data processing using established procedures and testing new procedures to see if they might represent improvements over existing methods. Tracks budgets and brings variances to the attention of senior colleagues while working within established budgeting systems. Works independently to collate and analyse data using pre-determined tools, methods and formats. Organises and prepares complex documents by using multiple computer applications (such as Microsoft Office), while also gathering and summarising data for special reports. Tracks progress and reports variances to more senior colleagues while working within established finance systems. Develops personal capabilities using existing formal and informal training opportunities, while also coaching others as required. Delivers prescribed outcomes by working within established procedures. Helps senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships by using client systems and protocols. Supports internal customers to ensure their needs are met and/or helps senior colleagues manage client relationships. Identifies shortcomings in existing processes, systems and procedures, then uses established change management programmes to deliver prescribed outcomes and/or provide support services. Skills and Background Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) would be preferred. Proven experience in financial control, month-end close, balance sheet substantiation and external reporting (e.g. VAT and regulatory returns). Experience overseeing or reviewing work performed by finance analysts, ensuring strong controls and accurate ledgers. Strong analytical skills with the ability to track budgets, investigate variances and interpret complex financial data. Experience operating within a large, regulated or financial services environment, with a strong governance and risk mindset. Confident stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across Finance, Business, Operations and Audit teams. Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills, with experience using core finance systems. 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.
There's plenty about Topps Tiles that might surprise you. Like the scale of our Support Office in Leicester. We have Finance, Marketing, Buying, Central Operations, HR, Property, Customer Service and IT all under one roof. Tight-knit teams of talented people working together and working hard to get things done and drive results. But then, would you expect anything less from an ambitious, dynamic, market-leading, multi-million-pound retail business? After delivering our 20% market share goal of "one in five" in 2023, we have launched our new goal - Mission 365 - targeting £365 million of sales PURPOSE This role will support the Senior Finance Business Partner in running the month-end accounts and all financial planning and analysis activities for the Parkside, CTD, and Fired Earth brand. The role will cover both financial accounting and management accounting activities, as well as reporting, analysis and business commercial support. To support the Senior Finance Business Partner with various financial planning activities for the business, e.g. company budgeting cycle, forecasting, strategic 5-year planning, etc. To ensure that appropriate analysis of business performance is available in an accurate and timely fashion and that sufficient information exists to allow key business users to take appropriate action to ensure performance is maintained in line with plans agreed. To support the financial accounting / year end process, including some involvement with external audit. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Customer/Strategy/Plan: To ensure there is timely and accurate reporting and analysis to business managers, ensuring accuracy and relevancy of insight. To ensure that key aspects of the monthly management accounting and financial accounting processes are appropriately administered and information is available in a timely fashion. Communication with other departments who either feed information to the accounts or utilise information generated. Close off the ledgers within agreed timescales and ensure that all key balance sheet control accounts have been reconciled and approved on a monthly basis. To support the Senior Finance Business Partner to deliver a five-year financial plan, one year budget, and annual reforecast for the commercial businesses, which will help the business deliver its strategy and goal. Supporting with various other financial activities as required, e.g. financial analysis, commercial opportunities that may drive performance, reviewing performance against plan, etc. People/Leadership: Develop close and effective working relationships within Finance. Ability to communicate confidently and concisely, and act as a key business partner to a range of stakeholders across the business. Financial/Commercials: Support in the preparation of month end management accounts. Ensure that financial performance is well understood across the business, and commercial insight is generated in a way that colleagues generate learnings and instigate change. Ensure that the Senior Finance Business Partner and Director of Commercial Finance are well appraised of the financial performance (e.g. variances vs budget) and emerging long-term trends. Supporting in the preparation of information for presentations across the business, for example weekly reporting (including KPIs, etc.), Board reporting, etc. Support financial control and ensure that key balance sheet control accounts have been reconciled on a monthly basis. Risk and process: To ensure appropriate processes exist to identify key areas of risk and agree with the Senior Finance Business Partner and Director of Commercial Finance appropriate plans to manage those risks. To ensure that appropriate controls exist across the businesses (e.g. Balance Sheet reconciliation, analysis of key control accounts), including compliance with key regulatory areas. Look to drive improvements where possible to increase the reliability and robustness of information and controls.This will include process simplification and automation initiatives across the finance function. Decision Making/Freedom to Act: Freedom to liaise with other departments outside of finance to obtain all necessary information as required. Day to day responsibility covering the activities listed above and controlling / administering the company's financial processes, with flexibility to drive improvement. Communication with key business teams to support the creation of monthly accounts and provide reporting and analysis to support the business. Liaising with key business leaders and working together to drive business and commercial insight. Stakeholders: Senior Finance Business Partner Director of Commercial Finance Finance Business Partners across the group Financial Controller Rest of finance team Parkside operational teams CTD operational teams Fired Earth operational teams Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required: Essential Newly qualified or Part qualified accountant - we offer a comprehensive study package to support your accountancy development.Good working knowledge of core finance processes - monthly manage
May 11, 2026
Full time
There's plenty about Topps Tiles that might surprise you. Like the scale of our Support Office in Leicester. We have Finance, Marketing, Buying, Central Operations, HR, Property, Customer Service and IT all under one roof. Tight-knit teams of talented people working together and working hard to get things done and drive results. But then, would you expect anything less from an ambitious, dynamic, market-leading, multi-million-pound retail business? After delivering our 20% market share goal of "one in five" in 2023, we have launched our new goal - Mission 365 - targeting £365 million of sales PURPOSE This role will support the Senior Finance Business Partner in running the month-end accounts and all financial planning and analysis activities for the Parkside, CTD, and Fired Earth brand. The role will cover both financial accounting and management accounting activities, as well as reporting, analysis and business commercial support. To support the Senior Finance Business Partner with various financial planning activities for the business, e.g. company budgeting cycle, forecasting, strategic 5-year planning, etc. To ensure that appropriate analysis of business performance is available in an accurate and timely fashion and that sufficient information exists to allow key business users to take appropriate action to ensure performance is maintained in line with plans agreed. To support the financial accounting / year end process, including some involvement with external audit. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Customer/Strategy/Plan: To ensure there is timely and accurate reporting and analysis to business managers, ensuring accuracy and relevancy of insight. To ensure that key aspects of the monthly management accounting and financial accounting processes are appropriately administered and information is available in a timely fashion. Communication with other departments who either feed information to the accounts or utilise information generated. Close off the ledgers within agreed timescales and ensure that all key balance sheet control accounts have been reconciled and approved on a monthly basis. To support the Senior Finance Business Partner to deliver a five-year financial plan, one year budget, and annual reforecast for the commercial businesses, which will help the business deliver its strategy and goal. Supporting with various other financial activities as required, e.g. financial analysis, commercial opportunities that may drive performance, reviewing performance against plan, etc. People/Leadership: Develop close and effective working relationships within Finance. Ability to communicate confidently and concisely, and act as a key business partner to a range of stakeholders across the business. Financial/Commercials: Support in the preparation of month end management accounts. Ensure that financial performance is well understood across the business, and commercial insight is generated in a way that colleagues generate learnings and instigate change. Ensure that the Senior Finance Business Partner and Director of Commercial Finance are well appraised of the financial performance (e.g. variances vs budget) and emerging long-term trends. Supporting in the preparation of information for presentations across the business, for example weekly reporting (including KPIs, etc.), Board reporting, etc. Support financial control and ensure that key balance sheet control accounts have been reconciled on a monthly basis. Risk and process: To ensure appropriate processes exist to identify key areas of risk and agree with the Senior Finance Business Partner and Director of Commercial Finance appropriate plans to manage those risks. To ensure that appropriate controls exist across the businesses (e.g. Balance Sheet reconciliation, analysis of key control accounts), including compliance with key regulatory areas. Look to drive improvements where possible to increase the reliability and robustness of information and controls.This will include process simplification and automation initiatives across the finance function. Decision Making/Freedom to Act: Freedom to liaise with other departments outside of finance to obtain all necessary information as required. Day to day responsibility covering the activities listed above and controlling / administering the company's financial processes, with flexibility to drive improvement. Communication with key business teams to support the creation of monthly accounts and provide reporting and analysis to support the business. Liaising with key business leaders and working together to drive business and commercial insight. Stakeholders: Senior Finance Business Partner Director of Commercial Finance Finance Business Partners across the group Financial Controller Rest of finance team Parkside operational teams CTD operational teams Fired Earth operational teams Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required: Essential Newly qualified or Part qualified accountant - we offer a comprehensive study package to support your accountancy development.Good working knowledge of core finance processes - monthly manage
About Octopus Electroverse We're making electric vehicle ownership as smart and as simple as possible, by building the giant, virtual charging platform of the future. In four years, Octopus Electroverse has grown to become the largest consumer eMobility player in Europe, with over 1.3 million connected electric vehicle chargers and a customer ecosystem spanning web, iOS, Android, CarPlay, Android Auto and more. But it's just the start: we're busy expanding internationally, working with more automotive and tech partners, building exciting new features at scale, and creating the integrated charging experiences of the future - all in the name of making public EV charging super simple for customers. Electroverse is a multifunctional team made up of product, development, commercial, operations, marketing, partnerships and more - all focused together on making Octopus the go-to name in EV charging. And we're looking for smart individuals with an interest in the space who can help us make it happen. This Commercial Pricing Analyst role is focused on the precision and scaling of our pricing engine. Reporting to the Commercial Strategy Manager, you will be the guardian of our commercial backbone - simplifying complex tariff logic and building the proactive systems needed to ensure a simple, reliable experience for our customers as we scale. This is a growth-focused role where you will be supported by the wider commercial team to sharpen your business acumen and drive the best outcomes for Electroverse and our customers. What you'll do Take ownership of our commercial tariff logic, managing the mapping for thousands of partner tariffs while designing leaner, more automated ways to handle complex pricing data. Develop proactive tracking and monitoring tools to ensure our pricing engine is performing correctly, identifying data discrepancies early to maintain full visibility over our commercial processing. Collaborate closely with the Ops team to define clear commercial outcomes, guiding the implementation of pricing logic to ensure our technical systems match our commercial goals. Support the Finance team with deep-dive analysis into invoicing variances, investigating root causes and turning complex data into clear, actionable commercial insights. Partner with our Partnerships and Ops teams to monitor market feedback and partner data, helping to optimise our pricing and ensure we are always delivering the best value for our customers. Translate commercial challenges into technical requirements for our product and engineering teams, helping to shape the roadmap for features that support our next generation of pricing models Any other interesting challenges and opportunities which are guaranteed to pop up along the way! What you'll need Strong attention to detail balanced with the commercial judgment to make sensible decisions when data is missing or complex. Analytically and numerically confident, with 2+ years in a data-heavy or commercial role (e.g. Pricing, Commercial Finance, or Data Analysis). Solid SQL skills are essential for navigating our data; experience with Databricks or similar big-data environments is a major plus. A natural "simplification instinct" - you enjoy unpicking complex problems and moving away from manual workarounds toward scalable, automated solutions. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex pricing logic clearly to different teams, whether you're working with Finance on reconciliation or Ops on a process change. High degree of curiosity and an interest in using modern tools or AI to speed up your workflow, provided you have the rigour to validate every result for 100% accuracy. Happy to operate autonomously in a fast-paced environment, acting as a self-starter who isn't afraid to ask for help or brainstorm with commercial leaders to drive the best outcomes. Truly values-led, passionate about decarbonisation and the transition to electric vehicles. Why else you'll love it here • Wondering what the salary for this role is? Just ask us! On a call with one of our recruiters it's something we always cover as we genuinely want to match your experience with the correct salary. The reason why we don't advertise is because we honestly have a degree of flexibility and would never want salary to be a reason why someone doesn't apply to Octopus - what's more important to us is finding the right octofit! • Octopus Energy Group is a unique culture . An organisation where people learn, decide, and build quicker. Where people work with autonomy, alongside a wide range of amazing co-owners, on projects that break new ground. We want your hard work to be rewarded with perks you actually care about! We were recently named the , and we ranked in the . Our Group CEO, Greg has recorded and how we empower our people. We've also been placed in the • Visit our UK perks hub -
May 11, 2026
Full time
About Octopus Electroverse We're making electric vehicle ownership as smart and as simple as possible, by building the giant, virtual charging platform of the future. In four years, Octopus Electroverse has grown to become the largest consumer eMobility player in Europe, with over 1.3 million connected electric vehicle chargers and a customer ecosystem spanning web, iOS, Android, CarPlay, Android Auto and more. But it's just the start: we're busy expanding internationally, working with more automotive and tech partners, building exciting new features at scale, and creating the integrated charging experiences of the future - all in the name of making public EV charging super simple for customers. Electroverse is a multifunctional team made up of product, development, commercial, operations, marketing, partnerships and more - all focused together on making Octopus the go-to name in EV charging. And we're looking for smart individuals with an interest in the space who can help us make it happen. This Commercial Pricing Analyst role is focused on the precision and scaling of our pricing engine. Reporting to the Commercial Strategy Manager, you will be the guardian of our commercial backbone - simplifying complex tariff logic and building the proactive systems needed to ensure a simple, reliable experience for our customers as we scale. This is a growth-focused role where you will be supported by the wider commercial team to sharpen your business acumen and drive the best outcomes for Electroverse and our customers. What you'll do Take ownership of our commercial tariff logic, managing the mapping for thousands of partner tariffs while designing leaner, more automated ways to handle complex pricing data. Develop proactive tracking and monitoring tools to ensure our pricing engine is performing correctly, identifying data discrepancies early to maintain full visibility over our commercial processing. Collaborate closely with the Ops team to define clear commercial outcomes, guiding the implementation of pricing logic to ensure our technical systems match our commercial goals. Support the Finance team with deep-dive analysis into invoicing variances, investigating root causes and turning complex data into clear, actionable commercial insights. Partner with our Partnerships and Ops teams to monitor market feedback and partner data, helping to optimise our pricing and ensure we are always delivering the best value for our customers. Translate commercial challenges into technical requirements for our product and engineering teams, helping to shape the roadmap for features that support our next generation of pricing models Any other interesting challenges and opportunities which are guaranteed to pop up along the way! What you'll need Strong attention to detail balanced with the commercial judgment to make sensible decisions when data is missing or complex. Analytically and numerically confident, with 2+ years in a data-heavy or commercial role (e.g. Pricing, Commercial Finance, or Data Analysis). Solid SQL skills are essential for navigating our data; experience with Databricks or similar big-data environments is a major plus. A natural "simplification instinct" - you enjoy unpicking complex problems and moving away from manual workarounds toward scalable, automated solutions. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex pricing logic clearly to different teams, whether you're working with Finance on reconciliation or Ops on a process change. High degree of curiosity and an interest in using modern tools or AI to speed up your workflow, provided you have the rigour to validate every result for 100% accuracy. Happy to operate autonomously in a fast-paced environment, acting as a self-starter who isn't afraid to ask for help or brainstorm with commercial leaders to drive the best outcomes. Truly values-led, passionate about decarbonisation and the transition to electric vehicles. Why else you'll love it here • Wondering what the salary for this role is? Just ask us! On a call with one of our recruiters it's something we always cover as we genuinely want to match your experience with the correct salary. The reason why we don't advertise is because we honestly have a degree of flexibility and would never want salary to be a reason why someone doesn't apply to Octopus - what's more important to us is finding the right octofit! • Octopus Energy Group is a unique culture . An organisation where people learn, decide, and build quicker. Where people work with autonomy, alongside a wide range of amazing co-owners, on projects that break new ground. We want your hard work to be rewarded with perks you actually care about! We were recently named the , and we ranked in the . Our Group CEO, Greg has recorded and how we empower our people. We've also been placed in the • Visit our UK perks hub -
The Opportunity Are you a finance leader with a passion for payments and people development? We are looking for a Team Lead for Payments Operations to join our Manchester-based team. In this pivotal role, you will align our finance strategy with broader business objectives, driving key initiatives within one of the world's most dynamic e-commerce environments. You won't just manage a team; you will inspire a group of Analysts and Accountants to embrace change, scale efficiency through better tooling, and deliver the insights needed to steer global business decisions. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Coaching: Manage and inspire a team of Payments Process Analysts and Accountants, translating departmental goals into actionable personal objectives and OKRs. Operational Excellence: Ensure all KPIs and SLAs are met accurately and timely. Serve as the final word on prioritising workloads and balancing team capacity. Reporting & Compliance: Establish a robust reporting framework to support decision-making and process improvements. You will be responsible for reviewing business and SOx controls on a monthly basis. Strategic Partnership: Act as a business advisor to stakeholders across Treasury, Credit Control, and Corporate Accounting. Work closely with Product communities to understand how new features impact payment operations. Continuous Improvement: Identify process bottlenecks and work with Financial Systems and IT to implement data-driven enhancements and new data models. Performance Management: Track performance levels, conduct formal reviews, and proactively manage the growth and development of your team members. Who You Are We are looking for a "player-coach"-someone who is a motivational people manager but is equally comfortable rolling up their sleeves to solve complex operational challenges. Requirements: Experience: 3-5 years of broad job knowledge in Finance or Payments Operations , with progressively increasing levels of responsibility. Leadership: Proven experience managing people and building high-performing, people-centered teams. Education: Bachelor's degree required; a Master's degree is preferred. Analytical Mindset: You possess a curious, tenacious approach to data, with the ability to analyse trends and variances to produce meaningful management dashboards. Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills. You must be able to gain consensus among large groups and adapt your style to work with stakeholders from diverse cultures. Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a complex, fast-paced environment that operates with the agility of a start-up. Randstad Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003
May 11, 2026
Contractor
The Opportunity Are you a finance leader with a passion for payments and people development? We are looking for a Team Lead for Payments Operations to join our Manchester-based team. In this pivotal role, you will align our finance strategy with broader business objectives, driving key initiatives within one of the world's most dynamic e-commerce environments. You won't just manage a team; you will inspire a group of Analysts and Accountants to embrace change, scale efficiency through better tooling, and deliver the insights needed to steer global business decisions. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Coaching: Manage and inspire a team of Payments Process Analysts and Accountants, translating departmental goals into actionable personal objectives and OKRs. Operational Excellence: Ensure all KPIs and SLAs are met accurately and timely. Serve as the final word on prioritising workloads and balancing team capacity. Reporting & Compliance: Establish a robust reporting framework to support decision-making and process improvements. You will be responsible for reviewing business and SOx controls on a monthly basis. Strategic Partnership: Act as a business advisor to stakeholders across Treasury, Credit Control, and Corporate Accounting. Work closely with Product communities to understand how new features impact payment operations. Continuous Improvement: Identify process bottlenecks and work with Financial Systems and IT to implement data-driven enhancements and new data models. Performance Management: Track performance levels, conduct formal reviews, and proactively manage the growth and development of your team members. Who You Are We are looking for a "player-coach"-someone who is a motivational people manager but is equally comfortable rolling up their sleeves to solve complex operational challenges. Requirements: Experience: 3-5 years of broad job knowledge in Finance or Payments Operations , with progressively increasing levels of responsibility. Leadership: Proven experience managing people and building high-performing, people-centered teams. Education: Bachelor's degree required; a Master's degree is preferred. Analytical Mindset: You possess a curious, tenacious approach to data, with the ability to analyse trends and variances to produce meaningful management dashboards. Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills. You must be able to gain consensus among large groups and adapt your style to work with stakeholders from diverse cultures. Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a complex, fast-paced environment that operates with the agility of a start-up. Randstad Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003
SF Partners are delighted to be working with a well-established and growing manufacturing business who are looking to recruit a Management Accountant to join its finance team based in Sutton Coldfield. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build on existing accounting experience in a supportive environment, working closely with senior finance leadership. The role will suit a hands-on candidate who enjoys assisting with month-end processes, reporting, stock analysis and day-to-day finance operations within a fast-paced manufacturing setting. Key Responsibilities Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and supporting commentary Support production of KPI packs and financial reporting for senior management Prepare month-end journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations Assist with analysing production costs, margins and operational performance data Support stock valuation processes, inventory reconciliations and related reporting Reconcile bank accounts and investigate variances Assist with preparation and submission of VAT returns Monitor stock movements across sites and warehouses Review company credit card reconciliations Provide support during month-end and year-end close processes Liaise with operations, purchasing and supply chain teams where required Candidate Profile Previous experience in a finance role such as Assistant Accountant, Finance Analyst or similar Experience within manufacturing, engineering, distribution or stock-led environments preferred Strong Microsoft Excel skills including pivots, lookups and data analysis Part Qualified ACCA/CIMA or AAT Qualified Confident communicator with the ability to work across departments Keen to learn and develop within a progressive finance function If this role is of interest, please click apply!
May 09, 2026
Full time
SF Partners are delighted to be working with a well-established and growing manufacturing business who are looking to recruit a Management Accountant to join its finance team based in Sutton Coldfield. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build on existing accounting experience in a supportive environment, working closely with senior finance leadership. The role will suit a hands-on candidate who enjoys assisting with month-end processes, reporting, stock analysis and day-to-day finance operations within a fast-paced manufacturing setting. Key Responsibilities Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and supporting commentary Support production of KPI packs and financial reporting for senior management Prepare month-end journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations Assist with analysing production costs, margins and operational performance data Support stock valuation processes, inventory reconciliations and related reporting Reconcile bank accounts and investigate variances Assist with preparation and submission of VAT returns Monitor stock movements across sites and warehouses Review company credit card reconciliations Provide support during month-end and year-end close processes Liaise with operations, purchasing and supply chain teams where required Candidate Profile Previous experience in a finance role such as Assistant Accountant, Finance Analyst or similar Experience within manufacturing, engineering, distribution or stock-led environments preferred Strong Microsoft Excel skills including pivots, lookups and data analysis Part Qualified ACCA/CIMA or AAT Qualified Confident communicator with the ability to work across departments Keen to learn and develop within a progressive finance function If this role is of interest, please click apply!
Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make everyday taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Role Purpose: The purpose of the Procure-To-Pay (PTP) Manager role is to oversee the day-to day operations of the PTP team within Finance Shared Services (FSS). The PTP Manager will be part of the FSS leadership team, requiring building strong working relationship with the process Global Process Owner (GPO) to contribute to the future PTP strategy based on operational and delivery knowledge. The role is responsible for managing relationships with internal Bakkavor stakeholders and external vendors, ensuring an efficient and effective delivery of the PTP process within the FSS, supports the team, and ensures that the suppliers are paid on time (amongst other outcomes) whilst adhering to Bakkavor controls and governance requirements. The person is also responsible for managing the escalations, audits, and process continuous improvement. Key Accountabilities: Invoice Processing Review Accounts Payable reports produced by the PTP Team Leader to monitor the performance of the team Oversee the work of PTP analysts and Team Leader, providing guidance and support as needed Oversee PTP operations, ensures best in class service delivery and continuous improvement Guide team on issues related to outstanding invoices, ageing, queries, and discrepancies Payments Review supplier statements and payments reconciliation during month-end close to ensure reconciliations have been performed accurately Ensure all controls and governance requirements are fulfilled and appropriate evidence is retained Ensure payment runs are completed in a timely manner Ensure key suppliers & employee reimbursements are paid on time and in line with Bakkavor policies and objectives Support cost performance and cost controls - assisting in planning, budgeting, forecasting and variance reporting Works closely with the Group Treasury function to develop cash flow forecasts based on accounts payable information and support ongoing activities with respect to cash flow Query Resolution Ensure disputes and queries are resolved on time Manage stakeholder issue escalation and resolution Lead on negotiation of internal service level agreements and KPIs along with process GPO Maintain strong stakeholder relationships to ensure the timely resolution of problems as well as being responsive to future needs Audit and Internal Controls Continuously assessing internal controls environment within the PTP team, ensuring all internal controls, policy and governance requirements are always adhered by all team members and creating a vigilant and risk mitigation culture within the team Participate, assist, and coordinate in all internal & external audit related activities People Management Foster a culture of leadership within the team, mentoring team members, and identifying potential leaders for future growth opportunities Establish clear performance metrics such as SMART goals and KPIs to gauge the team's performance effectively Communication and Change Management Cultivate effective relationship management with key stakeholders and suppliers Engage with the FSS Head to communicate PTP-related updates, progress, and challenges Coordinate with other FSS managers to deliver quality, cost and productivity that meets or exceeds service level agreement specifications Working with the GPO - manage changes related to PTP processes, system implementations, or organisational restructuring Consult with PTP Team Leader on identified process improvement opportunities and feedback accordingly Performance Management Working closely with the Head of FSS, process GPOs and business stakeholders to set PTP key performance measures, monitors performance against set measures on a regular basis and supports course correction activities where needed Respond to customer feedback survey results on a timely basis Working closely with the GPO/process excellence teams and PTP team to identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey information clearly and concisely,whether through email, phone calls, or face-to-face interactions Working knowledge of using Microsoft Office products particularly MS PowerPoint, MS Word,and MS Excel Demonstrate excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrate excellent employee management skills; ability to plan, assign and direct work;ability to recruit, mentor and appraise employees Demonstratable experience of managing PTP teams in a shared services environment anddelivering high quality services Ability to utilize metrics to identify opportunities for service improvement Ability to identify and apply internal best practices to PTP operations Previous experience at a management level Internal controls experience Strong knowledge of financial systems and deep understanding and expertise in Financeprocesses Understanding of best practices and metrics for PTP Previous experience in working with ERP systems, specifically with SAP S/4 HANA preferred Professional Qualified Accountant (for example ACA/ACCA/CIMA) preferred What you'll get in return: Competitive salary and job-related benefits 25 days Holiday Competitive matched pension contributions Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform We reserve the right to close this advertisement before the stated closing date
May 09, 2026
Full time
Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make everyday taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. Role Purpose: The purpose of the Procure-To-Pay (PTP) Manager role is to oversee the day-to day operations of the PTP team within Finance Shared Services (FSS). The PTP Manager will be part of the FSS leadership team, requiring building strong working relationship with the process Global Process Owner (GPO) to contribute to the future PTP strategy based on operational and delivery knowledge. The role is responsible for managing relationships with internal Bakkavor stakeholders and external vendors, ensuring an efficient and effective delivery of the PTP process within the FSS, supports the team, and ensures that the suppliers are paid on time (amongst other outcomes) whilst adhering to Bakkavor controls and governance requirements. The person is also responsible for managing the escalations, audits, and process continuous improvement. Key Accountabilities: Invoice Processing Review Accounts Payable reports produced by the PTP Team Leader to monitor the performance of the team Oversee the work of PTP analysts and Team Leader, providing guidance and support as needed Oversee PTP operations, ensures best in class service delivery and continuous improvement Guide team on issues related to outstanding invoices, ageing, queries, and discrepancies Payments Review supplier statements and payments reconciliation during month-end close to ensure reconciliations have been performed accurately Ensure all controls and governance requirements are fulfilled and appropriate evidence is retained Ensure payment runs are completed in a timely manner Ensure key suppliers & employee reimbursements are paid on time and in line with Bakkavor policies and objectives Support cost performance and cost controls - assisting in planning, budgeting, forecasting and variance reporting Works closely with the Group Treasury function to develop cash flow forecasts based on accounts payable information and support ongoing activities with respect to cash flow Query Resolution Ensure disputes and queries are resolved on time Manage stakeholder issue escalation and resolution Lead on negotiation of internal service level agreements and KPIs along with process GPO Maintain strong stakeholder relationships to ensure the timely resolution of problems as well as being responsive to future needs Audit and Internal Controls Continuously assessing internal controls environment within the PTP team, ensuring all internal controls, policy and governance requirements are always adhered by all team members and creating a vigilant and risk mitigation culture within the team Participate, assist, and coordinate in all internal & external audit related activities People Management Foster a culture of leadership within the team, mentoring team members, and identifying potential leaders for future growth opportunities Establish clear performance metrics such as SMART goals and KPIs to gauge the team's performance effectively Communication and Change Management Cultivate effective relationship management with key stakeholders and suppliers Engage with the FSS Head to communicate PTP-related updates, progress, and challenges Coordinate with other FSS managers to deliver quality, cost and productivity that meets or exceeds service level agreement specifications Working with the GPO - manage changes related to PTP processes, system implementations, or organisational restructuring Consult with PTP Team Leader on identified process improvement opportunities and feedback accordingly Performance Management Working closely with the Head of FSS, process GPOs and business stakeholders to set PTP key performance measures, monitors performance against set measures on a regular basis and supports course correction activities where needed Respond to customer feedback survey results on a timely basis Working closely with the GPO/process excellence teams and PTP team to identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey information clearly and concisely,whether through email, phone calls, or face-to-face interactions Working knowledge of using Microsoft Office products particularly MS PowerPoint, MS Word,and MS Excel Demonstrate excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrate excellent employee management skills; ability to plan, assign and direct work;ability to recruit, mentor and appraise employees Demonstratable experience of managing PTP teams in a shared services environment anddelivering high quality services Ability to utilize metrics to identify opportunities for service improvement Ability to identify and apply internal best practices to PTP operations Previous experience at a management level Internal controls experience Strong knowledge of financial systems and deep understanding and expertise in Financeprocesses Understanding of best practices and metrics for PTP Previous experience in working with ERP systems, specifically with SAP S/4 HANA preferred Professional Qualified Accountant (for example ACA/ACCA/CIMA) preferred What you'll get in return: Competitive salary and job-related benefits 25 days Holiday Competitive matched pension contributions Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform We reserve the right to close this advertisement before the stated closing date
Benefits Include: Competitive basic salary (DOE) 25 days annual leave Performance-based bonus (post-probation) Pension: up to 4% employee / 8.5% employer Permanent Health Insurance Group Life Assurance Flexible benefits - Dental, travel, gym, holiday buy/sell Role Overview: We are seeking a Finance Analyst to join the Management Support Team, providing accurate, data-driven insights on company profitability. The successful candidate will analyse financial information to support strategic decision-making, prepare detailed reports, and monitor financial performance to ensure business goals are achieved. Key Responsibilities: Support the development and implementation of action plans to achieve business objectives Lead the annual business planning process and prepare monthly forecasts Create and manage monthly budgets Oversee month-end and year-end closing activities and report on overall business performance Monitor financial performance by analysing variances against forecasts and plans Manage and support various business projects Deliver professional financial support to key decision-makers Prepare ad-hoc financial reports as required Assist with cost centre creation and ERP mapping during organisational restructuring Conduct weekly AR monitoring, reporting, and unbilled list management Perform total cost analysis to identify efficiency opportunities Experience Required for This Role: Strong analytical and numerical skills Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Advanced MS Excel skills Strong communication skills and ability to build cross-functional relationships Collaborative approach with a positive attitude and strong teamwork ethic Awareness and adaptability to multicultural work environments Experience using ERP systems Background in Management or Business-related disciplines Why Join Our Client's Team? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly collaborative, forward-thinking environment where your analytical insights will directly influence strategic business decisions. You'll work with a diverse international team, gain exposure to complex financial operations, and contribute to the company's continued success and growth.
Oct 08, 2025
Contractor
Benefits Include: Competitive basic salary (DOE) 25 days annual leave Performance-based bonus (post-probation) Pension: up to 4% employee / 8.5% employer Permanent Health Insurance Group Life Assurance Flexible benefits - Dental, travel, gym, holiday buy/sell Role Overview: We are seeking a Finance Analyst to join the Management Support Team, providing accurate, data-driven insights on company profitability. The successful candidate will analyse financial information to support strategic decision-making, prepare detailed reports, and monitor financial performance to ensure business goals are achieved. Key Responsibilities: Support the development and implementation of action plans to achieve business objectives Lead the annual business planning process and prepare monthly forecasts Create and manage monthly budgets Oversee month-end and year-end closing activities and report on overall business performance Monitor financial performance by analysing variances against forecasts and plans Manage and support various business projects Deliver professional financial support to key decision-makers Prepare ad-hoc financial reports as required Assist with cost centre creation and ERP mapping during organisational restructuring Conduct weekly AR monitoring, reporting, and unbilled list management Perform total cost analysis to identify efficiency opportunities Experience Required for This Role: Strong analytical and numerical skills Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Advanced MS Excel skills Strong communication skills and ability to build cross-functional relationships Collaborative approach with a positive attitude and strong teamwork ethic Awareness and adaptability to multicultural work environments Experience using ERP systems Background in Management or Business-related disciplines Why Join Our Client's Team? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly collaborative, forward-thinking environment where your analytical insights will directly influence strategic business decisions. You'll work with a diverse international team, gain exposure to complex financial operations, and contribute to the company's continued success and growth.
An opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a well-established sports media and events company, specialising in promoting and producing live sporting events across a wide range of disciplines. As a Management Accountant, you will be supporting multi-entity reporting and driving insightful financial analysis for operational and strategic decisions. This full-time permanent role offers a salary range of £50,000 - £60,000 with discretionary bonus and benefits. You will be responsible for: Producing quarterly management accounts and related schedules for individual entities Preparing post-event budget vs actual reports with clear, actionable commentary Collaborating with operations to identify variances, risks, and opportunities Assisting with external audit preparation and follow-up Carrying out project-based financial analysis and reporting as required Enhancing financial systems and reporting processes Presenting financial insights clearly to non-financial colleagues Ensuring alignment with group financial controls and governance policies What we are looking for: Previously worked as a Management Accountant, Financial Accountant, Company Accountant, Group Accountant, Finance Manager, Finance Business Partner, Commercial Accountant, Financial Analyst, Reporting Accountant or in a similar role. Fully or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or similar) Recent experience in management accounting, preferably across group or multi-entity structures Possess experience financial reporting Confident using Excel Experience with accounting systems and BI tools is a plus Self-starter with a proactive, hands-on attitude Strong communicator, able to engage effectively across teams What s on offer: Competitive salary Performance-related discretionary bonus Private medical cover Auto-enrolment pension Access to on-site gym, swimming pool, and fitness classes Complimentary meals This is a fantastic opportunity for a Management Accountant to join a progressive organisation in a role offering real impact and development. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone, or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
An opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a well-established sports media and events company, specialising in promoting and producing live sporting events across a wide range of disciplines. As a Management Accountant, you will be supporting multi-entity reporting and driving insightful financial analysis for operational and strategic decisions. This full-time permanent role offers a salary range of £50,000 - £60,000 with discretionary bonus and benefits. You will be responsible for: Producing quarterly management accounts and related schedules for individual entities Preparing post-event budget vs actual reports with clear, actionable commentary Collaborating with operations to identify variances, risks, and opportunities Assisting with external audit preparation and follow-up Carrying out project-based financial analysis and reporting as required Enhancing financial systems and reporting processes Presenting financial insights clearly to non-financial colleagues Ensuring alignment with group financial controls and governance policies What we are looking for: Previously worked as a Management Accountant, Financial Accountant, Company Accountant, Group Accountant, Finance Manager, Finance Business Partner, Commercial Accountant, Financial Analyst, Reporting Accountant or in a similar role. Fully or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or similar) Recent experience in management accounting, preferably across group or multi-entity structures Possess experience financial reporting Confident using Excel Experience with accounting systems and BI tools is a plus Self-starter with a proactive, hands-on attitude Strong communicator, able to engage effectively across teams What s on offer: Competitive salary Performance-related discretionary bonus Private medical cover Auto-enrolment pension Access to on-site gym, swimming pool, and fitness classes Complimentary meals This is a fantastic opportunity for a Management Accountant to join a progressive organisation in a role offering real impact and development. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone, or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
Are you a finance professional looking to take the next step in your career? Want a role where you can truly influence business performance? Well, we're hiring. We are looking for an experienced Finance Business Partner to join our team in Bedford. Working 37.5 hours per week, you'll be paid £70,000. Benefits Discounted gym memberships / on-site gym 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Holiday Purchase scheme Flexible pay through Wagestream Life Assurance Up to 5% Employer Pension Contribution Access to Simply Health 24/7 GP, physiotherapy and counselling through our EAP service Cycle to Work scheme Access to MyRewards, a benefits platform Who we are Movianto is a leading pharmaceutical supply chain solutions partner offering best-in-class logistics quality for the pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device and diagnostic industries. Purpose of the role As Finance Business Partner, you will take full ownership of the financial management of our open book contracts. This is a customer-facing role where you'll be responsible for ensuring smooth operations across the finance function. You'll work closely with core finance and operations teams to deliver accurate reporting, forecasting and budgeting, while also building strong relationships with clients through regular updates on contract performance. Managing and developing a team of three finance analysts will also be a key part of your role. How you will make an impact as a Finance Business Partner at Movianto Partnering with Operations and Key Account Managers to produce weekly and monthly finance packs, including variance analysis Presenting performance reports to clients with confidence and insight Leading on budgeting and forecasting to ensure compliance with open-book requirements Acting as the primary point of contact for financial enquiries from stakeholders Reviewing costs and identifying opportunities for optimisation and risk mitigation Supporting KPI reporting and driving improvements in reporting efficiency Overseeing the contract's month-end process and balance sheet reconciliations Providing support for audits and ad-hoc financial requests Managing, developing and supporting three finance analysts Driving process improvements and collaborating with the wider finance team What it will take to thrive as a Finance Business Partner at Movianto Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent by experience Significant experience working with MS Excel for reporting and analysis Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to manage client relationships Experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities Open-book or cost-plus accounting experience advantageous Understanding of the logistics sector desirable A proactive and flexible approach, with strong analytical ability and problem-solving skills Ready to make a difference with us? Apply now and become a part of our dedicated team.For more information or if you have any questions you can email - Movianto / Walden Group is an equal opportunity employer. All tasks must be carried out in compliance with the company and country legislation and practices, health and safety at work and environment guidelines relevant to the market in which the role is operational in. Please note the list above is not exhaustive and we expect the post holder to be flexible within the framework of the job definition. Movianto / Walden Group seeks to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital / civil partnership status, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, colour, sexual orientation or disability. Movianto / Walden Group is an equal opportunity employer and a proud supporter of the UK Government's Disability Confident scheme and the Armed Forces Covenant. Movianto / Walden Group apply all relevant Data Protection laws when processing your Personal Data. If you choose to apply to this opportunity and share your CV or other personal information with Movianto/ Walden Group, these details will be held by us in accordance with our privacy policy used by our team to contact you regarding this or other relevant opportunities at Movianto/ Walden Group.
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Are you a finance professional looking to take the next step in your career? Want a role where you can truly influence business performance? Well, we're hiring. We are looking for an experienced Finance Business Partner to join our team in Bedford. Working 37.5 hours per week, you'll be paid £70,000. Benefits Discounted gym memberships / on-site gym 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Holiday Purchase scheme Flexible pay through Wagestream Life Assurance Up to 5% Employer Pension Contribution Access to Simply Health 24/7 GP, physiotherapy and counselling through our EAP service Cycle to Work scheme Access to MyRewards, a benefits platform Who we are Movianto is a leading pharmaceutical supply chain solutions partner offering best-in-class logistics quality for the pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device and diagnostic industries. Purpose of the role As Finance Business Partner, you will take full ownership of the financial management of our open book contracts. This is a customer-facing role where you'll be responsible for ensuring smooth operations across the finance function. You'll work closely with core finance and operations teams to deliver accurate reporting, forecasting and budgeting, while also building strong relationships with clients through regular updates on contract performance. Managing and developing a team of three finance analysts will also be a key part of your role. How you will make an impact as a Finance Business Partner at Movianto Partnering with Operations and Key Account Managers to produce weekly and monthly finance packs, including variance analysis Presenting performance reports to clients with confidence and insight Leading on budgeting and forecasting to ensure compliance with open-book requirements Acting as the primary point of contact for financial enquiries from stakeholders Reviewing costs and identifying opportunities for optimisation and risk mitigation Supporting KPI reporting and driving improvements in reporting efficiency Overseeing the contract's month-end process and balance sheet reconciliations Providing support for audits and ad-hoc financial requests Managing, developing and supporting three finance analysts Driving process improvements and collaborating with the wider finance team What it will take to thrive as a Finance Business Partner at Movianto Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent by experience Significant experience working with MS Excel for reporting and analysis Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to manage client relationships Experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities Open-book or cost-plus accounting experience advantageous Understanding of the logistics sector desirable A proactive and flexible approach, with strong analytical ability and problem-solving skills Ready to make a difference with us? Apply now and become a part of our dedicated team.For more information or if you have any questions you can email - Movianto / Walden Group is an equal opportunity employer. All tasks must be carried out in compliance with the company and country legislation and practices, health and safety at work and environment guidelines relevant to the market in which the role is operational in. Please note the list above is not exhaustive and we expect the post holder to be flexible within the framework of the job definition. Movianto / Walden Group seeks to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital / civil partnership status, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, colour, sexual orientation or disability. Movianto / Walden Group is an equal opportunity employer and a proud supporter of the UK Government's Disability Confident scheme and the Armed Forces Covenant. Movianto / Walden Group apply all relevant Data Protection laws when processing your Personal Data. If you choose to apply to this opportunity and share your CV or other personal information with Movianto/ Walden Group, these details will be held by us in accordance with our privacy policy used by our team to contact you regarding this or other relevant opportunities at Movianto/ Walden Group.
Reporting & Reinsurance Analyst Location: London (Hybrid) Salary: 45,000 - 50,000 + benefits Industry: Global Insurance / Employee Benefits Type: Permanent We're supporting a global insurance network with the appointment of a Reporting & Reinsurance Analyst to join their London-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong financial reporting skills and an interest in employee benefits, multinational insurance, or reinsurance. You'll be part of a high-performing team responsible for delivering financial insights to global clients, managing reporting cycles, and supporting reinsurance and pooling operations. What You'll Be Doing Producing detailed client reports covering premiums, claims, loss ratios, and programme performance (pooling or captive structures) Collecting, validating, and analysing financial data from a global network of insurance providers Explaining trends and variances to internal stakeholders and multinational clients Supporting cession and claim recovery processes for reinsurance clients Managing dividend settlements and deficit offsets for pooling clients Attending client meetings to provide data-driven insights and answer reporting queries Collaborating with underwriting, sales, and client management teams to ensure consistency and quality Helping improve internal systems and reporting processes What We're Looking For 3-5 years' experience in insurance reporting, financial services, reinsurance, or employee benefits analytics Solid understanding of claims, premiums, loss ratios, and financial reporting processes Advanced Excel skills and high attention to detail Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain data to non-technical stakeholders Experience working across international teams or with multinational clients Knowledge of pooling or captive insurance models (preferred but not essential) Why Apply? Join a global, growing organisation with clear development opportunities Work on international client portfolios and gain exposure to complex insurance structures Hybrid working (central London office with flexibility) Collaborative culture and strong support for professional growth To apply or find out more, please get in touch.
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Reporting & Reinsurance Analyst Location: London (Hybrid) Salary: 45,000 - 50,000 + benefits Industry: Global Insurance / Employee Benefits Type: Permanent We're supporting a global insurance network with the appointment of a Reporting & Reinsurance Analyst to join their London-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong financial reporting skills and an interest in employee benefits, multinational insurance, or reinsurance. You'll be part of a high-performing team responsible for delivering financial insights to global clients, managing reporting cycles, and supporting reinsurance and pooling operations. What You'll Be Doing Producing detailed client reports covering premiums, claims, loss ratios, and programme performance (pooling or captive structures) Collecting, validating, and analysing financial data from a global network of insurance providers Explaining trends and variances to internal stakeholders and multinational clients Supporting cession and claim recovery processes for reinsurance clients Managing dividend settlements and deficit offsets for pooling clients Attending client meetings to provide data-driven insights and answer reporting queries Collaborating with underwriting, sales, and client management teams to ensure consistency and quality Helping improve internal systems and reporting processes What We're Looking For 3-5 years' experience in insurance reporting, financial services, reinsurance, or employee benefits analytics Solid understanding of claims, premiums, loss ratios, and financial reporting processes Advanced Excel skills and high attention to detail Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain data to non-technical stakeholders Experience working across international teams or with multinational clients Knowledge of pooling or captive insurance models (preferred but not essential) Why Apply? Join a global, growing organisation with clear development opportunities Work on international client portfolios and gain exposure to complex insurance structures Hybrid working (central London office with flexibility) Collaborative culture and strong support for professional growth To apply or find out more, please get in touch.